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Mackenzie Deal

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Namib Race (2017) blog posts from Mackenzie Deal

05 May 2017 01:41 am (GMT+01:00) Amsterdam, Berlin, Bern, Rome, Stockholm, Vienna

Hey yall! Well, Stage 5 is now over and my feet are completely smashed with blisters. Thanks to the fantastic medical staff here, they taped me up well and gave me some ibuprofen to help get me ready over the night yesterday, along with sleeping with my feet elevated all night. I woke up to me feet a lil less swollen and could just shove them into my shoes.

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Monte Duncan

Posted On: 07 May 2017 01:47 pm

Kenzie, Congratulations on finishing your first Ultra Race! All of your hard work and preparation has paid off! Could not be more proud of you! We loved reading your blogs! They gave a wonderful description of the highs and lows that you experienced while enduring and winning this challenge. Take care of your body and catch up on your sleep and rest! JOB WELL DONE!!! We love you, Dad and Mom

Diane Miller

Posted On: 06 May 2017 02:01 pm

Congratulations MacKenzie! We are SO proud of you! Can't wait to have you back home!!!

Karen Messina

Posted On: 06 May 2017 01:16 pm

I have totally enjoyed following your blog throughout this journey! Just WOWWWWW! God Bless You~What an inspiration

Melissa Stelljes (Marks)

Posted On: 06 May 2017 08:01 am

Mackenzie- I've been checking on your progress all week and you're doing great and what you are doing is amazing! You are truly and inspiration! You got this girl!

04 May 2017 01:31 am (GMT+01:00) Amsterdam, Berlin, Bern, Rome, Stockholm, Vienna

Hey everyone!

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Carol Topest

Posted On: 05 May 2017 07:33 pm

Kenziee: i love reading your posts!! Is so insipiring and we can travel with you!!!!!! Thanks so much for sharing ! And KEEP GOING!!!!!! You are doing so GREAT!!!! We are so proud of you!!!! Is almost ending!! You can do this!!! We are waiting for you! Tons of love from us and cuddles from Joker

Britt Duncan

Posted On: 05 May 2017 07:32 pm

You make us all incredibly proud! Can't wait to hear all the stories! Keep moving and know we are all all cheering you on!!! Love you! - Britt and Steph

Trina Ceglia

Posted On: 05 May 2017 06:46 pm

Mackenzie, I've been thinking of you all week! You are doing absolutely amazing and your positive thoughts despite the challenges are inspiring. I can't wait to hear more details and see the photos. I'll spout the normal cliche because I think it fits,. It's not about the destination, it's about the journey. :) Keep it up, girl! You've got this!

Diane Miller

Posted On: 05 May 2017 01:01 pm

#TeamKenzie We love you and are cheering you on from update to update! YOU.GOT.THIS. One step at a time, baby!

Brenda Duncan

Posted On: 05 May 2017 04:08 am

You're a beast! You're doing so great, and everyone is rooting for you! One foot in front of the other! Love you so much! Philippians 4:13 Love, Mom and Dad

01 May 2017 01:39 am (GMT+01:00) Amsterdam, Berlin, Bern, Rome, Stockholm, Vienna

Stage 2 is finally complete and I am completely exhausted. I was forced to sport some leggings today rather than shorts due to obtaining a pretty serious sun burn on my legs even though I put on gobs of sunscreen, yay funny tan lines. And now I got a rockin case of heat rash loo. My Achilles felt a bit better today but started to get sore again towards the end of the stage. I started off walking but eventually loosened my muscles up enough to start a solid

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Jessica McCarthy

Posted On: 03 May 2017 12:52 am

Mackenzie, toenails are overrated. . . especially those little ones. You are doing great and there are so many people tracking your progress. I know it's going to be hard to think positive thoughts all the time with everything hurting but things will loosen up a bit when you get moving tomorrow. We are all thinking and praying for you. Just keep it moving!

Becky Deal

Posted On: 02 May 2017 06:30 pm

You're doing great babe...halfway there! I believe in you as you are an inspiration to a lot of people whether you believe it or not. Do great things, Greg says keep it up and Sandra says she's praying for you! Love you to the moon and back 831-basia Mille

Karen Webb

Posted On: 02 May 2017 12:31 pm

Love you so very much! You go girl! Super proud of you...

Amanda Vanormer

Posted On: 02 May 2017 06:38 am

You're amazing!! I can't imagine what it's like to be there doing what you have trained so hard for! Keep it up!

Carol Topest

Posted On: 02 May 2017 06:36 am

Kenzieeee!! You are doing AWESOME!!!!!!! Keep it up!!!! We are waiting for you to come back to celebrate with a lot of champagne showers!!!!!! You are doing TOPEST!!!!!

Sarah Lewicki

Posted On: 02 May 2017 03:48 am

You are absolutely amazing!

Brenda Duncan

Posted On: 02 May 2017 03:31 am

We are so proud of you! You are kickin' butt! All of my classes are following your blogposts and wish you wings on your feet! I know you have some great music to listen to tomorrow, so turn it up and do what you do best! You are an overcomer and you will succeed! God Bless and Be With You Every Step! Love, Mom and Dad #runkenzierun #overcomer #Philippians 4:13

Tammy Jones

Posted On: 02 May 2017 02:56 am

You go girl!!!

30 April 2017 01:22 am (GMT+01:00) Amsterdam, Berlin, Bern, Rome, Stockholm, Vienna

Stage 1 is now in the past and I can already tell this will absolutly be the most challenging thing I have ever done. It was stunning and beautiful all the way through. Luckily, I paired up with a few people along the way that ultimately made the trek easier. Sand, sand and way more sand today which hasn

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Samantha McKinney

Posted On: 01 May 2017 11:27 pm

Keep up the good work kenzie!! You are such an inspiration! Sending good vibes your way for the remainder of your journey. Love you!!!

Brenda Duncan

Posted On: 01 May 2017 09:26 pm

Way to rock Stage 1 Kenzie! I'm so proud of you! One step in front of the other...Love You, Mom #Philippians 4:13 #runkenzierun #beast

Nancy Moore

Posted On: 01 May 2017 06:12 pm

Prayers for a safe journey. Take care of that leg and try not to hurt it again.

Jessica Mccarthy

Posted On: 01 May 2017 04:14 pm

Girl you're doing great. The first leg is always the most difficult. It is a learning curve. Adapt and overcome!!!!!

Mandy Allen

Posted On: 01 May 2017 02:55 pm

You are an inspiration!!! You have definitely been in our thoughts and conversations, when you get back I want to hear a briefing on the experience :) You are awesome.

Jack Carria

Posted On: 01 May 2017 02:50 pm

Kenzie keep kicking butt!!! Proud of you!!!

Diane Miller

Posted On: 01 May 2017 12:39 pm

Great job Kenzie! We're so proud of you!

Monte Duncan

Posted On: 01 May 2017 04:20 am

Wonderful job today! Will continue to pray for you 24/7! We love you! Dad and Mom

29 April 2017 01:37 am (GMT+01:00) Amsterdam, Berlin, Bern, Rome, Stockholm, Vienna

Hello Everyone!

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Diane Miller

Posted On: 30 Apr 2017 05:26 pm

Way to go girl! Keep it up. Love you!

Becky Deal

Posted On: 30 Apr 2017 05:15 pm

You are awesome. We are all rooting for you. Great job today! Keep it up 831

Monte Duncan

Posted On: 30 Apr 2017 05:09 am

Thanks for the good report! Sounds like you are meeting some great mentors and friends! Have fun and be safe! We love you! We are so proud of you! Dad and Mom

Monte Duncan

Posted On: 30 Apr 2017 05:07 am

Thanks for the update! Sounds like you are meeting some great mentors and friends! Have fun and be safe! We love you and are so very proud of you! Dad and Mom

25 April 2017 09:55 am (GMT+01:00) Amsterdam, Berlin, Bern, Rome, Stockholm, Vienna

Good Evening

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Diane Miller

Posted On: 28 Apr 2017 04:02 pm

So proud of you! YOU.GOT.THIS.

24 April 2017 04:58 am (GMT+01:00) Amsterdam, Berlin, Bern, Rome, Stockholm, Vienna

Hey Everyone!

6 Days to the start of one of my biggest goals to date and 2 days til I leave on a jet plane to get there!

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