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TT: Global Running Day


Hey, runners! Tomorrow is a holiday just for us!

I found an old post for this topic that I wrote 7 years ago so I’m bringing it back.

Below are the same questions but I’m updating my answers (when necessary):

Why do I run ?

I started running because 2 tennis friends talked me into it.  But I continue to run because I enjoy it.  It makes me feel younger, stronger and empowered. And I’ve made some great friends (both in-person and virtual) because of it.

How do I plan to celebrate National Global Running Day?

Running, of course.

I have a busy work day so it may not be until after work.

How many miles have you run so far this year? Do you have a mileage goal for the year?

About 325 miles which is way off my original goal of 1000 miles for the year.

But after being sidelined with a broken foot for 5 weeks, I revised my goal to 800 miles and I’m on target for that.

What big events do you have on the race calendar so far this year?

I had four half marathons scheduled of which I only ran one.

Brooklyn Half on 5-20-23

I will probably run a few more half marathons.

I’m most excited about this race-cation with my running friends.

And of course, Marathon #2 in November.

TCS New York City Marathon Route Map

Before I leave for a run, I must have…

My iphone.  I like to take photos with it on ALL my runs. Sometimes I even listen to music or a podcast on it. Of course, I also have it in case of an emergency.

Do you track your runs? If so what do you use?

I record all my runs on this blog and track only my races in Garmin Connect and Strava.

Who is your favorite running partner?

I often have to run alone during the work week but for longer runs, I am lucky to have the company of running friends such as Stan, Sherry and Barbara.

I am part a group of runners called “Sole Sisters” so there is always someone I can count on for company on the run (no matter the distance or pace.)

What races have you run so far this year?  

A few fun informal winter races in January.

And only three serious races since then: Brooklyn Half Marathon, Miles on the Mohawk (10M) and Freihofer Run for Women (5k)

If you have to give someone one piece of advice about running, what would it be?

Do it! You don’t have to be young or thin or fast.  Join a group and start to run and then sign up for a race.  You won’t regret it!!!

Describe your relationship with running in one word:

Empowerment.

From running 3.1 miles (at age 56) to 26.2 miles (at age 66)!!  (More things changed besides the clothes. LOL)

at age 70

Happy Running! How will you celebrate Global Running Day this year?  Please answer any of  the questions above in a comment.

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Since today is Tuesday, I’m linking up with Zenaida and Kim (Kooky Runner).

I’m also linking up here:

with co-hosts Coach Debbie Runs, Confessions of a Mother Runner, Mile by Mile, Runs with Pugs, and Laura Norris Running.

24 thoughts on “TT: Global Running Day”

  1. I have a 85-minute run scheduled for tomorrow so I’ll be thinking of Global Running Day while I’m running it.
    My favourite running partner: my husband Kai. He doesn’t always join me but I hope he does tomorrow!

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  3. Happy Global Running Day Eve! I’m kind of bummed because I wish I could go for a long trail run tomorrow- but somehow, before I realized it was Global Running Day I made the appointment to get my daughter’s braces off, and we have to be at the orthodontist at 9 am (what was I thinking???). I’ll still run, but it won’t be a long trail run. But any running is good running!
    I always bring my phone and headphones on my runs, and usually listen to podcasts.
    I love your running word- “Empowerment.” That sums it up nicely!

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  4. Empowerment. That says it all! I totally felt all those empowering vibes at D2D on Saturday. Even in the midst of some on-course struggles, I still felt strong in knowing I could keep on running despite the circumstances 😉

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    • Sorry about the knee… hope it heals quickly.

      Reading blogs is a good way to celebrate and listen to podcast or read a running-related book.

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