As you may know, I’ve run a lot of half marathons. Many have been run alone, one on vacation with my hubby, a few with one friend, several with friends locally.
But my fondest memories and the ones that were the most fun were the races that I travelled to with a group of friends.
I’ve been fortunate to have run half marathons in Philly, Panama City FL, Corning NY, Las Vegas, Montreal, Hampton Beach NH (x2) and most recently Portland ME. – all with wonderful groups of women!!
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- +Heidi
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- PCB Half
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- All 10 of us at the expo
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- + Chris
Here are a few reasons why Girls Weekend Race-cations are the best:
1. Training Support
When you are training for the same race, you get support for your runs and race goals either in person or virtually.
2. Cost Savings
It is definitely cheaper to share a room or house with friends than staying in a hotel solo or with your hubby.
3. Visiting New Places
I love to travel and explore new cities. In addition to the race itself, there’s always time to see the sites.
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- Philadephia
4. Sharing Your Racing Experience With Others
You go to the expo together, carb load the night before, line up at the start and meet after the race to debrief.
5. Forging New Friendships
You may run together but spending 24/7 together for several days creates a strong bond.
And you learn many things about each other…
(Remember- What happens in ____________ stays in _____________, right?)
Happy Running! Have you ever taken a Girls Weekend Race-cation? Please share.
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You know I agree! There is nothing better than a fun weekend away with friends that includes a race!
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I know you do!!
See you in March.
I registered yesterday for the race.
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You’ve had some fun race-cations! Running is always more fun with friends 🙂
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It sure is. I’m very lucky!!
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No, I’ve never done this! Maybe someday… you definitely make it sound really fun. Where are you going in March?
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NYC half marathon. Come! Deborah Erica and Cari are running it. Lottery opened yesterday.
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YES! Love my racecations! In 2010 when I went with a group to Napa to Sonoma we were all wondering if it would be fun/good to try. We had the best time and cemented the friendships we already had.
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Agree totally. Once you do it once, you get hooked.
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Sounds like a fun weekend with a bunch of ladies. I have only ever done a racecation with my sister and my best running guy friend but never with a group of people.
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Maybe you will someday.
But your sister trips sound like fun too.
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I’ve never had a racecation with friends but it sounds like fun!
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It is. You are lucky to have your daughter as a travel companion.
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ALL OF THIS!
Racecations, especially among the girls, are the best! So many benefits and so much fun!
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I know. I feel very lucky to have met some great women. Esp since I do not have a sister or a daughter.
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