This race was not on my radar. I was planning a long run and taking a break from racing.
Then my friend (as she did last year) begged me to do it with her. How could I say No?
This was the 4th time that I had run this race. I ran it in 2010!!
they gave out free ice cream that year,
Yes, 13 years ago! I ran with Amanda, a running friend at that time:
This is the race where I met new running BFF Mary. We ran many races together after that. When she eventually moved to Palm Springs, I visited her twice.
Kelly and Mary (on the right)
Then I ran it again in 2016. I knew a lot of runners by then. And it was even more fun.
here with my friend Tom
and my age group competition, Carolyn
My time back in 2010 was 29:40 but improved to 28:47 in 2016. Both years, I was 2nd in my age group (won a cap, then gloves).
2022? Anything could happen… no expectations.
A course PR! 28:43
2nd in my AG again to Carolyn and won a bat….
The good news this year was that Carolyn doesn’t turn 70 until later in the year.
And my friend Heidi would be running it with me again.
2022
Pre-Race Preparations and Activities:
Last weekend, I kept up my base and ran 7 miles and then during the week, I ran a few short runs.
Marathon training does not start until July 3!! Besides, Monday was a holiday so if necessary, I could run 6 miles then.
As it seems with most of my races lately, the forecast called for rain (but I’d only be wet for 3 miles, right?)
So I put together my running outfit with the addition of a rain jacket and rain poncho.
Race Day:
I woke up to RAIN!!!
At least it was not really cold… The race was scheduled to start at 9 am and I got there around 8:15.
I immediately found Heidi and then got my shirt and bib. In addition to the shirt, each runner got 4 tickets to a baseball game.
I had brought a plastic bag and I planned to eventually stash my jacket and umbrella in it until after the race.
We milled around chatting with runners that we knew.
Heidi asked me if I wanted to bail and just go to brunch. It was tempting but I said NO!!
The rain seemed to let up a little and we got ready to head to the start.
Even the mascot came out for photos.
Below is the course map and elevation:
“their” elevation chart
and “mine”
It had been two weeks since my last 5k… I had not been thrilled with my lack of speed and thought I would do some speed drills on a nearby track before this race. But nope… that never happened.
So again, my race goal was to finish happy and uninjured… zero expectations of a fast finish time…
As you can see from the pics above, this race began and ended at the home of the Valley Cats, a local baseball team that plays at Joe Bruno Stadium in Troy, NY, on the campus of Hudson Valley Community College.
There was no chip timing at the start line so I probably should have moved closer to the front (but I didn’t really think about it…)
Mile 1:
The race began in the parking lot and then we ran around the outside of the stadium before heading into the neighborhoods.
It had rained up to the start of the race… (phew.. we got very lucky!!).
But there were puddles everywhere and my feet immediately got soaked.
this was in 2016
As soon as I started running, I was dragging…
I had started with several friends but they quickly got ahead and kept gaining on me as the race went on. My goal became to just keep them in sight and cut as many tangents as possible.
Mile 2:
Finally there was a water stop around mile 1.5 so I walked a bit. The neighborhoods were rolling hills but nothing too bad until one steep one during the second mile. I tried to run up it but the legs just weren’t having it. So I ran/walked it.
We repeated most of the course afterwards in 2022 so here are some pics from the neighborhoods
It was so muggy that I was sorry that it ws raining … just a kittle light rain would have felt good.
My legs weren’t tired but I found myself out of breath… pollen, lack of sleep (it had been a late mah jongg night), out of shape???
Mile 3-3.1:
A few more walks, I think. And then there was a welcome downhill during mile 3.
We finished the race inside the stadium and I gave it everything (which wasn’t much at this point). Especially since, it was so muddy and wet!!
I didn’t expect a course PR however I really wanted to finish under 30 minutes.
As I approached the finish line, 28 turned to 29 minutes. Maybe a course PW but UNDER 30 minutes. Mission accomplished.
Post Race Activities:
It started to rain as soon as I finished so I headed for the food tent while waiting for Heidi to finish. There was a decent spread: popcorn, bagels, cookies, bananas, coffee, water. I had a hot dog, and several cookies.
I know.. a hot dog at 9:30 am?
Everyone whom I talked to before the race seemed to have a good race. Some finished ahead of me and some after.
Heidi was happy with her race, too.
She left to meet our other friends for brunch.
As I was waiting around for the age group awards, a lady came up to me and asked me if I remembered meeting her 3 years ago at a rainy Saratoga 5k… ?? Anyway, she said they I told about Topos shoes and she’s been wearing them ever since. Foot pain gone!!
And so I did win an award – 1st in my NEW age group as did several of my friends.
Then off I went to brunch… No, I only had coffee. lol.
Additional Race Reflections:
When I dragged myself out of bed that morning, I was not feeling good about running this race. I had gone to bed too late.
As usually happens, I connected with some awesome people, ran a decent race and don’t regret it one bit.
Positives:
Ample parking.
Well marked course.
Lots of familiar faces.
4 free tickets to a game as swag
Interesting course (through the neighborhoods and finish in a baseball stadium)
Friendly and abundant number of volunteers.
Free photos
Decent post-race food
Negatives:
White Cotton shirt
Gun time (not chip timed)
Hills (but don’t most races)
Wet and muggy
AG award – medal, no date, all the same.
Would I recommend this race?
Yes. Yes. It’s a nice local race. And very well organized. Maybe someone will twist my arm to run it again next year.
Final Stats:
Garmin time = 29:08
Next Up:
Adirondack Race to the Lakes15k 7 Miler
June 24, 2023
Happy Running! How was your weekend? Did you race? If so, how did it go? How did you celebrate Father’s Day? Please share.
It’s Tuesday so don’t forget to link up with these wonderful ladies: Zenaida and Kim (Kooky Runner).
My excuse was a visit to the Van Gogh exhibit at the Met and so I arranged a reunion with some college friends (those I spent a year in France with).
And of course, I also wanted to run in Central Park so I stayed overnight so I could accomplish that.
And another race yesterday … (you knew that was coming).
Last Week —
Sunday – I went to the gym (after a few days off) first thing…
Last Sunday was a bust but we lucked out on the weather today… and so a relaxing day on the lake.
read Kara’s book… read it if you haven’t!!
Monday – I took an early morning train to NYC and met my college roommate, Barbara, and then we checked into my hotel. We had tix to a Broadway show that night so I offered to share my hotel room with her.
Next we headed to meet the other 5 for a lunch at a French restaurant.
Afterward we spent the afternoon visiting the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
It was so fun catching up and in addition to the Van Gogh paintings, we visited the amazing Karl Langerfeld exhibit.
When the others left, my roommate, Roger and I had dinner and then Barbara and I went off to our show.
and yes, there were Brittany Spears songs in this show about fairy tales
Tuesday – While Barbara was sleeping, I put on my running clothes in order to meet up with Cari at Starbucks before she went to work.
I ran from my hotel to Central Park (35th-59th) and ran around a little before meeting Cari and then we walked through the park back toward her apt.
always enjoy our meetups
I took the subway part of the way to my hotel and then ran the rest (57th-35th) and was back by 10 am.
My roommate and I then made plans for the afternoon… After checking out of our hotel, we took the subway to the lower East Side, walked around until our 1 pm Tenement Museum walking tour and after the tour, we went out for a late lunch at the famous Katz Deli.
gardens, old buildings, newer buildings and pastrami (plus new French friends)
Eventually it was time for me to get my train home…. after a fun-filled two days in NYC.
Wednesday – Back home and a busy work day…
I started the day with a quick visit to the gym. I also squeezed in a run at lunch because the forecast was for thunderstorms after work.
my goal was red, white, blue on this muggy “Flag Day” and beat the rain
After work, I planned to meetup with a friend to walk but instead we had to settle for chatting over coffee at Starbucks.
Thursday – Another busy work day. My only time to run was before our weekly trail run at Peebles Island State Park..
quite warm but nice to run in different scenery
Instead dinner after, we went out for ice cream.
Jan & I happily brought up the rear
Friday – Finally had time to get to the gym before work and I declared it a rest day after 3 days in a row running.
I was hoping to at least get in a walk at lunch… RAIN!! So I went back to gym and walked on their indoor track (Boring!!!)
Back after a few weeks off to evening mah jongg.
Saturday – Valley Cats Father’s Day Home Run 5k.
Just a fun 5k with friends. And we got so lucky that the rain stopped before the race started.
won my new age group even though I was not speedy
I briefly considered running more miles since it was not raining but it was muggy and my feet were very wet so Heidi and I joined our other friends at brunch.
In the evening, the hubby and I celebrated Father’s Day early with dinner out with my stepson and his wife.
Sunday – Father’s Day on the lake? Unless it rains or is too chilly…
This Coming Week on the Run–
Monday – DAY OFF (Juneteenth holiday) – Long run, walk w/BFF
Tuesday – rest day, dinner out with tennis friends
Wednesday – run, Tivoli Nature Preserve tour/walk
Thursday –run, trail run/walk
Friday – rest day, mah jongg
Saturday – Adirondack 7M Race to the Lake, dinner out with friends
Sunday – rest day, boating?
This Coming Week on the Blog –
Tuesday – Valley Cats Father’s Day Home Run 5K Race Recap
Friday – Half Year Check In
Happy Running! How is your year of running so far? Training for any big or small races? Any NYC or big city addicts? Please share.
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This is the only race that I’ve run every year! This was my 16th time!!!!! (In 2020, it went virtual so actually my 15th in-person FRW race.)
It has always been held the Saturday after Memorial Day except in 2021, when due to COVID, the race was moved to September. Last year, it again retuned to its regular date.
on their webpage…can you spot me in the pink cap?
My first FRW was in 2008 (my first year of running). At the time, it was the farthest I’d ever run:
I mentored a beginning running group of moms in 2010 which was very rewarding:
Unfortunately, I’m the only one from this group who still runs.
In 2012, it was my first run after serious ankle surgery:
and this photo made the cover of our local paper.
I even ran it in 2013 after breaking my foot at mile 1:
And in 2019, it was the last race for my VT friend Andrea (who died of cancer).
As you can tell, there is a lot of history attached to this race for me.
In 2020, I was named an Ambassador. That honor continued through last year.
Believe it not, I even chose to skip my high school reunion in 2022 in order to run this race!!
This year, however, I wasn’t as excited about the race as in previous years… broken foot, missed half marathons and lots of doubts about fitness/racing. Especially shorter races since my last 5k was many moons ago…
Nevertheless, I knew that I would do this race. I’m pretty sure I will always do this race!!
Pre-Race Preparations and Activities:
As with this race every year, I never know what will happen… I could break my foot again (as I did in 2013) or could have a course PR as I did in 2018. Most likely, it will just be a fun run with lots of women.
And this was also my eighth year participating in the Freihofer Training Challenge (FTC).
photo from 2022
This year, however, I decided to become a Mentor. I wanted to support all the runners who would be finishing their FIRST 5k. And connect with my “past FTC” buddies, as well.
I helped with the Beginner group on Monday evenings
Many years ago, the day before I would walk to the Empire State Plaza concourse at lunch to go to the expo and pick up my race packet. They used to have a really big expo with vendors and health-related exhibits. But the past few years, they have held it at a local college.
As I did last year, I signed up to volunteer on Friday evening at packet pick-up
race swag
and then skipped playing mah jongg in order to prepare my #flatme.
the usual tank, skirt, cap & compression calf sleeves
Race Day:
I hate parking garages and traffic so I usually parked on the street and walked to the start. However, with the new(er) course, it was an even longer hike. Like almost 2 miles!
But I used to love to run down Madison Avenue and see the race banners and see the giant poster on the bridge.
pics from 6 years ago…
They changed the course eight years ago. This course is supposedly faster…less congested and has a less steep hill at the start and finish.
course map
elevation according to my Garmin
I did run the newer course the past eight years and I also liked it better than the original..
heading downhill to the finish line
This year, my running friend, Denise, offered her hubby as our chauffeur if we met at her house. I gladly accepted.
We met at 7:30, got dropped off about 1 1/2 away and walked to the start area. We quickly found the FTC tent
but missed the group FTC photo and took our own instead…
I doubt I was missed…
Though, I didn’t enjoy mentoring as much as I thought I would, I was happy to be part of this amazing group of women.
I still had time to chat with many runners whom I knew hoping that the rain would hold off until after the race.
I was scheduled to start in corral 3 so at about 8:45, I headed that way and bumped into a few friends there too. While I was waiting, of course, it started to rain. 😦
Mile 1:
It is usually very crowded during the first mile but this year were fewer runners than in previous years. I never really had to weave and had plenty of space to run comfortably.
The race began with a long steep uphill. It’s a good thing since it kept you at a slower pace. And with the rain, it was rather slippery in spots.
But I did run the whole hill… it was slow but I did not have to walk. (Boy, do I have to work on my endurance…)
Mile 1 continued as we turned left and entered the park (and the hill ended).
There were rolling hills throughout the park. They were not bad and even I could run them without walking (but barely).
what the course looked like TODAY
The worst part were all the potholes and cracks in the roads…There were cones over the potholes but you had to weaving back n forth to avoid them and you had to keep your eyes pealed to ground to make sure you didn’t trip especially in the slippery spots.
I took this pic after the race a few years ago
Mile 2:
There was a water stop around mile 1.25. It wasn’t warm out at all but I still was getting thirsty so I did stop and walk (and maybe a little too long).
photo by C. Bishop
More rolling hills during this mile as you ran around the park circling the lake. Only one of the hills was steep but it was very short.
obviously I took these pics during a year when it wasn’t raining
I tried to pick up the pace for the second mile. I told myself that I would not walk until the next water stop.
Mile 3-3.1:
That was around mile 2.5. At this point, I was starting to get very TIRED so I stopped again for a drink and walked longer than before.
Finally we left the park and headed toward the street we started on.
It was a long downhill and I had to remember not to start sprinting too soon. I’ve made that mistake in past years.
I bumped into a friend at this point and we chatted about our lack of speed (I had broken my foot and she had had a baby.) But she soon left me in the dust.
bye Renee
Eventually I see the 3 mile sign and I started to run as fast as I could while posing for the photographers and running though the finish line while trying not to slip on the wet ground…
I did see that the timing clock read 29:XX….
Phew… under 30 minutes!!!
Post Race Activities:
I knew with many walks and zero speed work training, I couldn’t come close to a course PR. I wasn’t sure if I could even break 30 minutes.
But I did and I was super happy!!
I grabbed some snacks. I was hoping as in past years to snag some chocolate milk and maybe a bagel. Nope!!
Then I went back to the finish line to cheer in some friends.
my friend’s MIL (on the left) is almost 83!!
I ran into even more runners again that I knew. Every where I turned, there was someone familiar – from a job, tennis, races, etc. That’s what’s great about running a popular local race.
The first time runners were so excited. That put a smile on my face. I remembered why I love this race and it was never because of my awesome finish times.
Before we left, we checked out our finish times. I won 3rd in my age group… my first for this race.
We were hungry and so we didn’t stay around for the awards. There were, however, some well-known runners in the field. In past years, Sara Hall and Joan Samuelson ran this race. The only name I recognized was Allie Keiffer but she finished a disappointing 8th.
wet but smiling… and ready to brunch!
Additional Race Reflections:
Many runners were excited about their PR or their first 5k.. I may not have run my fastest time but I still really enjoyed myself.
You get what you put in. I did not do any speed workouts so I can’t be disappointed. I had to stop running for 5 weeks due to a broken foot. I also recently ran a half marathon and a 10 mile race. Plus I am no spring chicken.
I can never remember my finish times so I looked up my recent ones after the race.
2014 – 28:51
2015 – 29:22
2016 -28:50
2017 – 27:48
2018 – 27:37
2019 – 27:47
2021- 28:16
2022 – 28:24
2023 – 29:41
Oops – PW!? Still no regrets… Let’s see if next year, I can better my time… (or not!)
Positives:
Ample parking.
Well marked course.
Lots of familiar faces.
Interesting course (through a beautiful park).
Downhill finish.
Friendly and abundant number of volunteers.
Two water stops (for a 5k)
The electric atmosphere.
Virtual option.
Free finish and start photos
Immediate results
Nice Swag for a 5k (tech shirt, medal, cookies, bread)
All women – all ages, all paces…
Many free photo stations
Cool temps
Negatives:
Uphill first mile.
Uneven pavement in the park
Rain so slippery in sections
No chocolate milk or bagels post-race
Would I recommend this race?
Yes. Yes. It’s a great local race. And having it be ALL WOMEN makes it even more special.
Final Stats:
negative splits!!
So FRW #16 is in the books!
The tradition is still alive! It was again a great local race with many women running it. Can’t wait to run it again next year.
Next Up:
Adirondack Race to the Lakes 7 Mile Race (in past years, it was a 15k)
June 24, 2023
Happy Running! How was your weekend? Did you race? If so, how did it go? Do you have a favorite race that you run every year? Do you prefer 5ks or longer races? Please share.
It’s Tuesday so don’t forget to link up with these wonderful ladies: Zenaida and Kim (Kooky Runner).
My free 12 week membership to the YMCA has come to an end (or so it was supposed to..)
I definitely took advantage of this opportunity and used the machines there most mornings.
FYI: Correction. I am still going to the gym. If you read my Runfessions at the end of the month, you’ll find out why.
Last Week —
Sunday – Rest Day but unfortunately too chilly to go boating.
My hubby played tennis and I did LOTS of weeding and planting…
Then I decided that I needed to see a real garden so I went on a road trip to the Berkshire Botanical Gardens.
many more pics on FB and IG
Many of the plants were not in bloom yet.. still a relaxing way to spend the afternoon… followed by a visit to my favorite ice cream place.
Monday – A chilly morning (40s) so I knew that it wouldn’t be too warm to postpone my run until after work.
I was able to still use my gym membership… a positive start to the day.
Since I had not done my long run on Saturday (because of the 5k race), I forced myself to get 6 miles done…
a slog on this one… pollen… smoke…
Tuesday – Until I need to run before work, I’ll go to the gym then..
fires up North made the sky still smoky and the sun eerie…
Today was a scheduled rest day so I met a friend to walk after work.
A funny story attached to this walk. My friend and her hubby recently visited Cape Elizabeth in Maine… she was telling me about a lady they talked to on the beach for a while… her name was Joan and she said that she was injured but used to run… When my friend got home, she googled her and found out that she ran in the Olympics… Who can guess whom they chatted with for 1/2 hour and then hugged when they left. Their new BFF they said. LOL.
We finished our walk just as the skies opened up and I had to drive home through a HAIL storm.
Wednesday – Another early morning gym day. Still as smoky as the day before.
No time to run until after work. I had several different groups to choose from. No surprise I chose the “ice cream” run but unfortunately they canceled due to the poor air quality.
I decided to see if it was ok to run and drove to the Crossings anyway. It was drizzling and I think that helped a lot and I felt fine… I even got ice cream after before it started to rain harder.
Global Running Day was a success …
Thursday – I skipped going to the gym because I had to go into the office but did get in a run at lunch. I was lucky to have a friend join me on the rail trail….
It rained at work but dry here and the air quality didn’t bother us at all… (definitely over dressed… very humid!)
and then our weekly scheduled evening group trail run. Happily, the air cleared and we had a fun time.
this was a tough one so we walked up and ran down and then recovered at dinner…
Friday – Rest Day. No gym workout. No run. Just work and a hair appt. after work.
Saturday – Long Run Saturday. No race this weekend so I was back at it with my friends. 7 miles for me in preparation for a 7 mile race in two weeks. Brunch after with the whole gang, of course.
Sunday – If it is warm enough, we’ll go boating… if not, I ‘ll do some gardening and hiking.
This Coming Week on the Run–
Monday – NYC (for a college reunion)
Tuesday – run (in NYC)
Wednesday – run
Thursday –run, trail walk
Friday – rest day, mah jongg
Saturday – Long RunValley Cats Father’s Day Homerun 5k.
Sunday – rest day, boating?
This Coming Week on the Blog –
Tuesday – FRW Race Recap
Friday – Favorite Running Fuels
Happy Running! How is your year of running so far? Training for any big or small races? Do you belong to a gym? Did the air quality interfere with your runs this week. 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.
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.
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.
Since today is Tuesday, I’m linking up with Zenaida and Kim (Kooky Runner).
Tradition – I’ve run the Freihofer Run for Womenevery year since 2008 (my first year of running).
Last Week —
Sunday – Miles On The Mohawk.
My day started with over sleeping due to a power outage but I did get to the start on time and finish a hot sunny 10 mile race.
I was glad to meet up with many runners that I knew and my running friends met me at the finish and we enjoyed a lovely brunch together.
Monday – Memorial Day holiday and our first day boating in 2023. The weather was gorgeous and the day very relaxing.
Tuesday – The weather was perfect for a early morning run but decided to go to the gym instead (I hadn’t been there in days) and squeeze in a run at lunch.
love irises…
In the evening I was treated to a belated birthday dinner by my BFF.
friends for almost 50 years!!
Wednesday – A busy work day so I again had to run in the heat.
hot hot but not complaining when someone in a wheelchair is out there…
After my run, I attended the FRW volunteer dinner.
It was fun meeting new people esp. those who were not runners but volunteer every year… and again no raffle prize wins!
Thursday – I started the day with my FIRST early morning run (instead of the gym)…
definitely made the right decision as it promised to be another scorcher…
and then after work, the first of the summer ARE trail run series was held. As I did last year, I walked the trails and then joined my friends for food/drink.
definitely a scenic place to run and we all had fun being together…
Friday – A rest day.. starting out at the gym. If I don’t join, this would be my LAST DAY at the YMCA.
After work, I volunteered at packet pickup for Saturday’s race.
I met some old friends and made some new friends and they even had a nice dinner for us afterwards.
Then instead of mah jongg, I went home to prepare my outfit/gear for a predicted rainy race…
Saturday – Freihofer Run for Women. This is my favorite race and my 16th time running it. Besides my finish time and the rainy weather, I loved everything about this event!!
it may have been a PW but I won 3rd in my new age group!!
Sunday – Boating Sunday? Not likely as the weather has cooled down …
Hopefully dry enough to get in a hike and some weeding the garden.
This Coming Week on the Run–
Monday – run
Tuesday – rest day, walk
Wednesday – run
Thursday –run, trail walk
Friday – rest day, hair appt.
Saturday – Long Run (7 miles)
Sunday – rest day, boating?
This Coming Week on the Blog –
Tuesday – Global Running Day
Friday – Summer Running/Racing Plans
Happy Running! How is your year of running so far? Training for any big or small races? Do you run the SAME race each year? 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 my long races are done for a while and I don’t have one scheduled until September.
So it’s time to relax, just maintain endurance on the weekend and run shorter races.
this race has been changed to 7 miles (eliminating some of the early hills)
2.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I do need to come up with a training plan for the marathon in November. I can’t believe it will be 4 years since my first and only marathon.
It may be my second NYC Marathon but I’m older. And since then I’ve had a neuroma and broken bone in my left foot.
So my goal again will be to just FINISH and enjoy the experience!!
3.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I will probably train the same way. I used and modified the Hal Higdon’s Novice one.
Hopefully I will not be travelling as often as I was in the fall of 2019. But I most likely will keep the Wednesday run shorter than listed below.
4.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that tomorrow I will be running the Freihofer Run for Women 5k for the 16th time (15th in person).
Yes, I’ve done it every year since I started running.
FRW – 2008
FRW – 2022
The course has changed. I have many more running friends and now I wear SKIRTS!
5.Over coffee…
I’d tell you that I’m heading back to NYC. Not for work. Not to race. Another college reunion.
we last met in October
We’ll meet at lunch and then head to the Met to see the Van Gogh exhibit.
This time, I’m staying overnight (with my college roommate) and of course, I plan to squeeze in a Central Park run first thing in the morning.
an old pic from 2016… anyone recognize the blogger whom I used to run with?
Happy Running!What’s new with you? Which marathon training plan have you used? Is there a race that you do EVERY year? Please share.
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