Race-cations have been an annual tradition with my running friends since 2017. We started in Corning, NY and then traveled to Montreal, and Brooklyn, NY. We’ve also rented houses in New Hampshire (2x), Maine, Finger Lakes, Cape Cod and this October, it will be in Lake Placid.
However, this race-cation came about by accident. I was having a beer with a former co-worker and a runner that I recognized was seated at the next table. She asked me what race I was training for and I replied: “NYC Marathon.” She said that she wanted to get into the lottery for the NYC Half in March but if she didn’t she was considering the Rock ‘n’ Roll DC Half. I replied: “Let me know because I’d never run in DC.”
To make a long story short, she didn’t get in and texted me that she (Gail) and two other runners (Val & Ginny) were going to run the DC race and asked if I would want to join them. I, of course, said: “Sure” without even thinking.
A few weeks later, I mentioned this race to a friend (while volunteering for STEM) and she (Sue) said that her brother and sister lived there and she liked to go. The more, the merrier I thought. And a local running buddy, Jenn, who had moved to the DC area, said that she planned to run it, as well.
Jenn is in the front center…
Val, Ginny & Gail planned to take the train to DC & back. That didn’t appeal to me at all since most of the weekend would be riding in the train. I mentioned this to Sue and she agreed with me and we booked airline tickets to DC.
So I signed up for the Rock ‘n’ Roll DC Half Marathon for several reasons:
A race-cation.
“New” friends would be racing with me.
A New Race.
A New City
After the Feb. 15 HM in Florida, I’d be mostly trained already.
Carpe Diem
Half Marathon Training:
If you follow my posts, you also know that I am not strict about following a training plan. But I do run shorter distances several times during the work week. My weekday runs are often solo but lately I’ve convinced Deb to join me.
And on the weekends, I try to do my Long Run. Usually most of my miles are with one or more of my running friends.
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For this race, however, I felt like I was just on recovery mode from my last half marathon due to the cold temps and winds.
Feb. 15
Pre-Race Activities and Preparations:
I may have spent more time thinking and planning meet-ups than training. LOL.
Yes, I wanted to meet Coco for the first time and also see Deborah again as well. as, catch up with local friend Jenn.
Sue and I took an early fight on Friday and arrived without any snafus at DCA around 7:30 am.
We ubered to Georgetown and had breakfast with Coco. It was still early so we walked around the area.
Yes, finally meeting Coco!!
Then we took the metro to the expo, got our bib/shirt and walked to our nearby hotel to check in. Of course, we had to start carb loading so we had pizza for lunch.
What does a runner do the day before a half marathon… walk 12 miles!!
Yup, since the weather forecast was iffy, we decided to see as much as the city as we could fit in.
We ended the day at a Mexican restaurant with my Sue’s nephews. I would have preferred Italian but I didn’t choose the restaurant.
Race Day:
As usual, I didn’t sleep well but had my standard race breakfast of oatmeal and coffee in my hotel room.
It was chilly but looked like it would warm up so I wore my usual race outfit and added a throw away.
We met the other three local runners in the lobby and we all walked to the race start (just following all the other runners…).
not a bad walk…
With about 15,000 runners, it was crowded but very organized. We found bag check and I checked a jacket for Sue & I.
Sorry to be a broken record about not having a time goal. But my goal for races these days is to FINISH happy (that is not injured and ready to do another.)
So if I had to guestimate my time, it would have been between 2:30 and 2:45 but hey, it could be in 3 hours if my foot hurt or the hill killed me or I decided to walk it.
check out that hill…
Miles 1-3:
Though I was scheduled to start in corral 12 and Sue in 18, we all squeezed into Corral 15 and started running together.
It took us about 30 minutes to get to the start line.
pic from FB
It was crowded but Sue & I tried to stay with the others and run slow and enjoy the sights. We started on Constitution Ave passing the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial.
Then we ran over the Arlington Memorial Bridge and back along the Potomac.
pic from FB
Miles 3-6:
By mile 3, Sue and I were tiring and decided to let the others go ahead. Water stops were frequent enough and even if I wasn’t thirsty, I always stopped for water. I had my first Gu around mile 4.
I took off my throw away and was going to toss it but I like it so I just tied it around my waist. My arm sleeves didn’t last long either. And I think I held my gloves in my hands the whole race. The temps was actually perfect. I never felt hot or cold throughout the race.
Sue & I continued together chatting and taking in the scenery.
She often told me to run ahead but I said that I wanted to run the whole race with her.
Miles 6-9:
Around this point, we running along Rock Creek and Potomac Pkwy. I found it hard to run at Sue’s pace so when I got ahead, I just stopped and waited for her at the next water stop.
there was a line here so I took a pic of Lincoln with someone else. LOL
I realized that since I was walking with Sue, I could for the first time ever take photos during a race.
Around mile 8 came to BIG hill. I ate another Gu and we walked up it.
We were run/walking with a lot of the same runners. Many were walking as we were.
Although there was one lady walking that kept walking faster than us. We read the back of her shirt: 3x & a map of all 50 states. It turns out that she was on her 3rd round of a half marathon in every state. We chatted with her asking her about her favorite races.
She walked the whole race (at a pretty fast pace). I told Sue that I wanted to beat her. LOL. (We did!!)
banners of the St Jude survivors
Miles 9-13.1:
We left Georgetown and passed by Howard University and headed back toward the National Mall….
Around mile 11, I lost Sue. So I just ran the rest of the race by myself. I felt GREAT!!
It was amazing how much energy you could have at the end of a race if you run slowly (or walk a lot.)
I ate my last Gu (I never ate any salt chews.)
You knew that you were getting close to the finish line when you saw the Capitol building in the distance.
Eventually we turned and ran toward it.
pic also from FB
I tried to run as fast as I could!
Post Race Activities:
As soon as I crossed the finish line, I grabbed my medal and waited for Sue.
I grabbed some snacks but didn’t eat anything since we would be going out to lunch and then headed to bag check to get our jackets.
Our local friends had left since they were cold and my friend Jenn (and her fiancé) were waiting for us on our hotel.
After a quick shower, we enjoyed a delicious lunch with them.
One good thing about taking it slow in a race is that nothing is sore and you still have plenty of energy for the rest of the day’s activities. I think we walked about 10 more miles.
We finally caught up with our local friends for dinner and gelato.
Additional Race Reflections:
It was so fun to be out there and soaking up the racing atmosphere. It was even more fun to run a race with friends.
Of course, initially I may have wanted a faster finish time…
I am competitive but I realized quickly that it was much more important enjoy this time with my friends and also not to be in pain.
I felt great during and after the race.
Positives:
Part of a 3 day race-cation with friends.
Well-marked course.
Easy packet pick-up.
Tech shirts (gender specific)
Lots of volunteers and crowd support
Instant race results
Nice medal provided to all runners.
Adequate number of water stops.
Lots of good music (heard American Pie twice)
Age group awards
Free beer and music after.
Perfect weather
Friends to share the race experience.
A varied course…
Negatives:
That hill in Rock Creek Park
No pacers (at least I didn’t see any.)
Disappointing expo.
Expensive photos.
Garbage truck blocked the view of the Capitol at the finish.
Would I recommend this race?
Yes. yes. For all the reasons mentioned above.
But truthfully, I probably will not run any more Rock ‘n’ Roll races as they are overpriced IMO and there are many other races in the same city to choose from.
Final Stats:
2:52 according to my Garmin because it’s set on auto-pause so I must have waited for Sue about 9 minutes total…
All in all, I was happy with my results. Yes, it was the slowest half marathon I’ve ever done (by a lot). I think it was slower than my marathon pace.
My expectations have dropped significantly and I ain’t getting any younger.
It was my decision to stay with Sue and I don’t regret it.
And when I checked the age group results:
3rd place!? They mail you your award. Cool.
Next Up:
Half Marathon #3 of 2025 and #73 lifetime. #6 for this one (but #4 on this course).
Happy Running! Have you run a 2025 big race yet? If so, how did go? Are you planning to run one? Any race-cations planned? Been to DC? Do you like Rock ‘n’ Roll races? Please share.
I started the week in Washington, DC and then toward the end of the week, I had to go to NYC for work.
Last Weekend & Week –
Friday – Sue & I had an uneventful plane ride to DC. Once we arrived, since it was very early, we took an uber to meet up with Coco at her office, had a delicious brunch with her and then walked around the Georgetown area.
yes, some the cherry blossom trees had bloomed already
Next, we took the metro to the expo, got our bib/shirt and walked to our hotel (which was nearby), checked in and then had some lunch.
The weather forecast was iffy for the rest of our stay so we decided to see as much of DC as we could even if that meant 12 miles on our legs the day before a big race. LOL.
Martin Luther King monument, Washington Monument, site of first Cherry tree, Park Police Horse stables, Lincoln Monument and much more…
We ended the day with dinner with Sue’s nephews. (Mexican, not our pre-race choice. LOL.)
Saturday – Rock ‘n’ Roll DC Half Marathon.
The weather was great, I loved the course, and nothing hurt during or afterward. What else could you ask for in a race?
I started the race with my 4 friends and then after about 3 miles, I made the decision not to race it but enjoy the scenery and stick with my (slower) friend Sue.
And that’s exactly what I did though it meant stopping and waiting for her often. Then I lost her at mile 11 and just finished the course by myself.
After the race, we walked back to our hotel and met up with Jenn (one of my local running friends who had moved to the DC area) & her fiancé. We all had lunch together.
Sue & I spent the rest of the afternoon touring more of the sights of DC.
Capitol, Tidal Basin, cherry blossoms, National Sculpture Garden…
And eventually we met for dinner (and gelato) with the rest of our friends.
Sunday – We had breakfast in the hotel with everyone and then they left (since they had taken the train.) Sue & I decided (with umbrella in hand) to continue touring DC.
After checking out of our hotel, we went to have lunch with Coco and Deborah and then visited more of DC until it was time to head to the airport. (It never rained.)
eastern market, botanical gardens, national portrait gallery, national galley of art and more…
We arrived at the airport early so we had dinner and then found out that our flight was cancelled!!
Since we were told that there were no flights to Albany the next day until 10pm, we decided to get train tix for the next day and make reservations to stay in a hotel near the train station.
(Unfortunately, I found out on my own that I could have taken one of several flights back to Albany but it was too late to change our plans.)
Monday – DAY OFF.
Instead of a relaxing day at home, unpacking, doing laundry, running and meeting up with a friend, we got up early, took an uber to the train station and more than 7 hours later we arrived safely home. (The train ride was nice but just not expected and $$$).
Tuesday – WFH today and after work, I got out for a run.
starting to feel like spring…
Wednesday – I started the day at the gym and in the afternoon went to the office.
After work, I met up with Deb and we ran a loop around UAlbany.
so warm out but so windy!
Thursday – Today I took an early train to NYC (for work).
After checking into my hotel, I planned on visiting the Historical Society Museum. I had never been there and it was so interesting that I could have spent hours.
Afterward, I set out for a run in Central Park. I had wanted to do the interactive Gates run but not enough time.
On my way back to my hotel, I was able to grab a hug from Cari who was working and busy that evening.
I headed back to my hotel to change clothes and then to the Shed to see the Gates exhibit,
I had seen the original in Central Park 20 years ago!!
dinner with a friend.
Miriam’s
and finally a quick visit to Hudson Yards.
Yes, I like to pack as much as possible into my work trips to NYC.
Friday – Work today was in the Financial District (instead of Jamaica Queens.)
I took the subway there early, walked around
too much construction to view the Statue of Liberty.
and at lunch checked out the newly opened Printemps (Parisian dept. store).
I only had to wait 15 min nd got a free bunch of tulips but others later had to wait 2 hours.
After work, I rushed back to my hotel, grabbed my bag and took the train home.
sunset from the train
Saturday – Long Run and Brunch.
A combination of recovery and training. 3 weeks until my next half marathon!! So 11 on my training schedule… I ran most with Deb and barely got through 9-10 miles and tried a new place for brunch.
chilly but the lack of wind and bright sunshine made it feel so much warmer
After brunch, I changed my clothes and headed up to Saratoga where I was volunteering at the Adirondack Sports Expo.
Sunday – Gym in the am and then I plan to spend the day in Great Barrington, MA with a friend.
This Coming Week on the Run –
Monday – run
Tuesday – gym, walk
Wednesday – run, TC mentoring (Week 1)
Thursday – dinner with tennis friends, run, ZOOM with STEM board
Friday – mah jongg
Saturday – Long Run and Brunch
Sunday – NYC trip with the hubby
This Coming Week on the Blog –
Tuesday – Rock ‘n’ Roll DC Half Marathon Recap
Friday – Runfessions
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Not a long race-cation but a fun one in Washington, DC.
Of course, there was a race but I was mostly looking forward to warmer temps, seeing the sights, and meet-ups with friends.
Last Week –
Sunday – Not a very exciting day but I did get to the gym.
And I purged a lot of clothes from my closet. (However, it’s still a work in progress…)
I did some cooking for week. laundry and errands.
Still made time for my weekly wine date with a friend.
Monday – WFH all week!!
After work , I got in a run on the rail trail with Deb
what a difference from Saturday… the trail was mostly clear (only icy in spots)
before joining my stepson for dinner. (I also got a tour of his new new house.)
Tuesday – I went to the gym visit first thing and then to the office.
The weather was perfect for a run or outdoor walk (70 degrees!!) but after work, I had a hair appt.
Wednesday – Another run after work. Rather than running solo, I joined the SOAR group at UAlbany. Of course, the temps had dropped and even snow flurries were predicted. But it was nice to have company and meet some new peeps.
Thursday – Last run today before the big race. Deb agreed to join me after work. We ran on the rail trail again but in a different direction. Then I rushed home to pack.
Friday – Sue and I flew to DC together on a very early flight. From the airport, we ubered to have breakfast with Coco at:
and explore the Georgetown area before heading into the city.
Next we checked into our hotel, went to the expo, did some exploring, carb loaded with my roommate’s niece & nephew and got ready for the race the next morning…
(Pics on FB and IG.)
Saturday – Rock ‘n’ Roll DC Half Marathon. (Details will be my recap.)
It wasn’t easy (are they ever?) but we all finished and I spent the rest of day meeting up with a friend, sightseeing and celebrating here:
(Pics from the day on FB and IG.)
This Coming Week on the Run –
Sunday – Still in DC but plan to continue seeing the city, meet Deborah & Coco for lunch and fly home late. (rain rain, stay away!!)
Monday – DAY OFF, run
Tuesday – gym
Wednesday – run
Thursday – train to NYC, run in NYC among other things
Friday – work in NYC, train home
Saturday – Long Run and Brunch, volunteer at Adirondack Sport Expo
Sunday – gym, visit to Great Barrington MA with a friend
This Coming Week on the Blog –
Tuesday – Spring!
Friday – Post Race Recovery Tips
Happy Running! Training for any big or small races this winter? How’s the weather? Any signs of spring where you live? Ever been to DC? Please share.
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In 2021, this inaugural race was my second local Pandemic race. And it was a five miler at the time.
yes in 2021, you had to wear a mask at the start and finish.
I signed up again for this 5 mile race in 2022 because I am a sucker for a race, any race. Many of my friends had lost interest in racing but I knew that I would know many of the runners at the race from past races. It would be fun to re-connect.
worst weather conditions EVER!
Due to construction, ARE had to change the course and now it is a 10k race. I was pretty sure that the weather would have to be better than in 2022.
Pre-Race Activities and Preparations:
My speedwork has been non-existent and my pace has slowed to a crawl. So I entered the race will zero expectations other than being out there running with other runners.
I was going to wait until race morning to pickup my bib but Deb, who works downtown, volunteered to pick it up.
This time of year is tricky to decide what to wear. It could be winter frigid or what they call in “fake spring.” I tried to remember what I used to wear to race at this time of year. (I seems to have dressing amnesia.)
This is what I wore to this race in 2022 (on a cold March day):
In the end, I decided on something very similar:
beanie, 2 shirts, vest, arm warmers, wind breaker, etc.
But of course, the weather is so unpredictable in the spring here…
Race Day:
I got up early, had my habitual race breakfast (oatmeal & coffee) and met Deb and Barb at 8am at a nearby park n ride.
I had been to Mohawk Harbor (where the race started) before but I still wanted to leave early. We arrived around 8:30 and parked in casino hotel parking garage. (The race didn’t start until 9:30.)
And then there was a snow squall.
you couldn’t see a thing and then the roads were covered with a light layer of snow (over some existing ice).
We chatted with some other runners. There were many crazy runners like me. We were allowed to wait in the casino hotel and use their restrooms.
So we were nice and toasty warm…
We hung out until the last possible moment.
Around 9:25, I had to head to the race start area and shiver with all the other runners. The snow had stopped but it was cold and VERY windy. I was wishing that I had something to cover my face.
Course Map:
It was advertised as “mostly flat and relatively fast course uniquely includes 2 crossings of the Mohawk River.” But we all know that means there are hills. I really did not remember the course from 3 years ago.
does this look flat to you?
Believe it or not, I actually wore my Garmin, I didn’t look at it at all during the race since it was only 6.2 miles and there were mile markers. But I wanted to see my splits afterward. My goal was to run consistently but not hard. Not slip and fall!!! Or blow away. LOL
I don’t remember the course in detail since it was windy the whole race and quite slippery. At times, I just wanted to get done. But it was varied and lots of river views. If it weren’t for the weather, I would have enjoyed the scenery even more.
The last time I ran this race, there were about 450 runners but today about 1200!!
Obviously the start area was very crowded and so Barb & I headed toward the back of the crowd and pushed our way in.
can you spot me?
You’d notice in the FB pics below that the faster the runners were, the less clothing they wore…
oh yes, at least the sky was blue
I must admit that I was cold. My hands and feet were numb and I didn’t warm up until mile 3. I am rarely cold when I run but it was so windy and it was blowing in my face most of the race..
It was hard to run fast in the beginning but that was fine. It was sooo crowded and the wind was howling.
We were also running uphill for the first few miles. I tried to run but there were times when the wind was so strong that I had difficulty even walking
We turned off the main road around mile 1.5 but the wind was still in our faces.
I just trudged along, running when I could and walking when I had to.
Around mile 2.5, we turned and got a little reprieve from the wind. It was blowing in the opposite direction and it was pushing us along. Of course, there were many icy spots so you had to be careful and not slip and fall.
I was running mostly alone but around mile 3-4, I caught up with a friend and we chatted while running. She was telling me about a 10k that she was going to run in the Netherlands,
I do remember a few downhills as we headed toward the river. There was a the bridge going over the Mohawk River. I continued running slowly and there were a few times that I almost slipped but caught myself.
The bridge was uphill but then there was a nice downhill. We were also finally running with the wind at our backs. I almost warmed up. (I may have taken off my gloves at this point.)
Around mile 5, we ran through the old Stockade area before we hit riverside again. The river was completed covered with chucks of ice.
kinda cool to look at (thanks to Dennis for the FB pic)
I continued walking on the uphills or when it was too windy to run but not as much as earlier since I wanted to get to the finish line and get out of the cold.
mile 5.2 and happy to be nearly done…
Finally the finish line was in sight.
this is what happens when you don’t see the photographer..
This might have been the slipperiest part of the course. I ran as fast as I could on that snow-covered icy turf.
But I didn’t fall. Yay!
As I crossed, the RD, Josh (who knows everyone’s name) announced my name.
Post Race Activities:
I immediately found Barbara who had finished ahead of me and we took a quick pic.
It was too cold/windy to hang out and cheer on the other runners so we went inside the hotel to wait for the others and get some refreshments. Previously at this race, you were given a boxed lunch but today instead, there were tables of bagels, muffins, burritos and chocolate milk. I grabbed a few items but didn’t eat anything since we were meeting others for brunch at a nearby diner. (I heard that a lot runners went to Druthers afterward to enjoy the free beer or ber-mosas. Next year, if it is warmer!!)
We all agreed (well, maybe not all) that it was fun in spite of the weather.
Additional Race Reflections:
This was the first real local race of 2025. It was so great to be out there and soak up the racing atmosphere again. Now if only, we could get some mild temps for a race…
Positives:
Discount to ARE members
Optional race shirt.
Participant manual and lots info before the race
Ample parking.
Real restrooms (in Casino Hotel)
Dry, warm place to hang out before and after the race.
Well marked course.
Varied scenery including river views.
Sunshine.
Lots of course marshals.
Well organized.
Familiar faces.
Free photos.
Post-race food.
FREE Beer and ber-mosas at Druthers.
Negatives:
No water stops (in this weather though, it was not necessary)
The Wind!
The Cold!
No age group awards.
Would I recommend this race?
Yes.
It was super well-organized. Special attention was paid to EVERY detail. It will be even more fun when there are nicer weather conditions.
Final Stats:
Obviously this was almost a 10k PW. I could blame the weather. But we all know it’s that I’m slowing down…
a whole lot of walking going on…
75-79ers – I placed 2nd.
In fact, I was pleased with my time. I wasn’t expecting much. I did exactly what I had planned. Just ran… slowly. I wasn’t ever tired. My feet didn’t hurt. Woo Hoo!
So I definitely think I could have run faster. But there didn’t seem to be a reason to. No age group awards. It was slippery. I was just running for me and because it makes me feel good to race. And it’s definitely more fun to share to the experience with your friends.
Next Up:
I plan to run the Rock ‘n’ Roll DC Half Marathon next weekend (where the weather that is predicted to be in the 70s. Gulp!)
Happy Running! Have you run a 2025 race yet? If so, how did go? Are you planning to run one soon? Please share.
I had done it when it was a 5 miler but it was the first time for a 10k.
Last Week –
Sunday – Just a fun run with Deb and other racing friends.
Unfortunately I woke up to temps 30 degrees colder than the day before. I really was tempted to bail.
My legs were tired from the 10 miles on the previous day and I had cut my leg tripping on a car trailer in a diner parking lot (well, I stayed upright at least.)
Anyway, I met Deb to carpool and I connected with 2 runners (among others) that I would be doing the DC half with in 2 weeks.
I thought I would walk it with some friends that were walking but it was freezing (10 degrees)
Then I thought maybe I run it slow with two other friends.
In the end, I did run/walk intervals the WHOLE race with Deb. This was first for me but I thoroughly enjoyed it. My legs felt great and I was happy with my time since the cold wind was insane.
And I won my age group (with a PW for this race.)
All is good but hoping for a warm-up in temps.
Monday – I started the day at the gym. After work, I got my 2nd COVID vaccine and then stopped off to see my granddaughter.
reading at 18 mos?
Tuesday – I felt ok (after the vaccine) so I went to the gym and then for a run at lunch (since rain had been predicted for Wed & Thurs.)
my legs felt really dead so I rewarded myself with ice cream
After work, I met a friend to walk around the mall.
Wednesday – This afternoon I had to set up for my in-person class. That meant I had to squeeze in my run at lunch and I got it done before the rain started. (barely).
very dreary and muggy… I was overdressed. 50 degrees!
After work I was tired but a friend asked me to walk with her at the gym. I couldn’t say “No.”
Thursday –Today I had to teach that in-person class. That meant Starbucks before work
tried something new and it was yummy
and a run after work. Deb agreed to share the fun.
pretty breezy but not as cold as I thought
Friday – Same as yesterday but no run after work.
Saturday – Electric City 10k.
of course I signed up for all 3!
Barb, Deb and I decided to do this race. So we carpooled.
With a half marathon in one week, this would be my taper run which is usually 8-10 miles. I had thought of maybe adding on a few more after the race but… you know how that goes…
It was cold!! And when we arrived, there was a snow squall. The snow stopped but there was 60 mph wind gusts during the whole race in addition to slippery footing (from the snow.)
We joined 1200 other crazy runners and all of us stayed upright. As they say “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.”
After the race, we joined the others, who didn’t run the race, for our traditional Saturday diner brunch.
Sunday – Most likely the gym and maybe start packing for DC.
We lost an hour of sleep but at least it will be lighter after work each day.
This Coming Week on the Run –
Monday – run
Tuesday – gym, hair appt.
Wednesday – run
Thursday – run
Friday – early flight to DC, expo
Saturday – Rock ‘n’ Roll DC Half Marathon
Sunday – visit some DC sights, late flight home
This Coming Week on the Blog –
Tuesday – Electric City 10k Race Recap
Friday – Luck on the Run
Happy Running! Training for any big or small races this winter? How’s the weather? Please share.
I encourage you to do the same. Grab the graphic, drop your link on the host blogs and play along! Please be sure to always comment on the HOST’s blogs, as well as visit and comment on as many other blogs as you can.
time to join up with Coco & Deborah for their ultimate coffee date.
1.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that though I’m NOT running the NYC Half Marathon, I have a teensy bit of FOMO.
For the first time ever, you get to run over the Brooklyn Bridge during this race.
my favorite bridge in NYC
2. Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I DID NOT accept my guaranteed entry for the NYC Marathon.
It was tempting since 3 or 4 close running friends are running it.
But I am confident (after my last tough half marathon) that I made the right decision.
3 NYCM and done!!
3.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that one of my goals is to run new races.
Another new local 5k is happening on June 21.
cider donuts? I’m there!
4.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I’m not excited about completing 13.1 again but I am looking forward to sharing the experience with some local runners. There will be 5 of us making the trek to DC.
Sue (on the left) will be my roommate
Like the mug says!!
5.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I haven’t been to DC since my 6th grade field trip. I arrive early Friday, March 14, the race is Saturday, March 15 and I leave late Sunday, March 16.
maybe they will bloom early?
Besides a blogger meet-up or two, what should I see?
My First 5K and More... 