The Spud Run 5K was the race I wanted to run to commemorate my 45th birthday. There were three events that Saturday, but I had to return to Hastings to give this race another go. That's how much I loved the 10K version last year. About The Spud Run The Spud Run is a local event that takes ...
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race report: spud run 5k (5.7.2022)
race report: raptor run 3k (3.20.22)
The Raptor Run 3k, in its third year at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park, was a brand new race for me. For whatever reason, much as I love the Alligator Farm, and supporting conservation efforts, I never could make the scheduling work. (Disclaimer: I received a complimentary race ...
race report: the DONNA half marathon (2.6.2022)
The DONNA Half Marathon had, at long last arrived. It was my first half marathon since I broke my leg and since COVID. Even better, it was a new-to-me event and course, so I was ready for the 13.1 miles and all to come with it. The Donna Half was also J's first ever half marathon. I was glad ...
race report: gingerbread man 5k (12.11.21)
Run, run, as fast as you can: but can you beat the Gingerbread Man 5k? The Gingerbread Man 5k is a fun, festive local race, that's been on the books for ten years! In the past, it took place in World Golf Village, with a 5k, 10k, and mile kids' run option, but things have changed. This year, ...
race report: best damn race safety harbor 10k + 5k
Two weeks ago, I ran the Best Damn Race Safety Harbor 10K + 5K for the very first time. There was supposed to be a half marathon the next day, but, sadly, that wasn't meant to be. The two races I did complete made up the BDR "Double Challenge," and 9.3 miles is nothing to sneeze at. Here's how it ...
race report: pink up the pace 5k (10.2.21)
The Pink Up The Pace 5K is a local race, benefiting breast cancer awareness. Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, we were happy to take part. Pink Up the Pace helps men and women raise money to fund breast cancer imaging, detection, treatment, and support. Needless to say, this ...
