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Strider Mile — Another PR!
On a bit of a roll at the moment….. Race goal was a [rather ambitious] sub-5:00 mile. I missed it by less than a second, but still managed to score a new PR. I’m not the most gifted miler on the track, took off way too fast in the first lap and paid the price [...]
New PR at the Inverclyde Leisure 5k
Finally managed to break 17 minutes in the 5k, but it took a vacation to Scotland and some cooler weather to do it. Official time — 16:50 Official place — 3rd overall Can’t believe I slashed 19 seconds from my previous best time set at the end of 2008. Life is good!
New PR at the Rockville Rotary Twilight 8k
No time for a full race report, but basically I ran one of the best races of my life. Maintained pace throughout, and held strong when the heavy leg syndrome tried to take over in the final mile. Good times!
2010 Western Branch 24 Hour Fundraiser Run
It’s time for the 3rd Annual Western Branch Track Club 24 hour relay, which takes place at Western Branch HS at 7am on July 14th. This year Coach Ryan Carroll and his team of athletes will be running to raise funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and once again, Ryan’s goal is to hit [...]
Train for the Virginia Beach Rock ‘n’ Roll 1/2 Marathon with Brooks and Running Etc.
Local running store Running Etc. has teamed up with Brooks to help you train for this year’s Virginia Beach Rock ‘n’ Roll 1/2 Marathon on September 5, 2010. From the Running Etc. newsletter: Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned runner, we look forward to helping you meet your goals! Training Program Includes: ~ [...]
15-40% Off At RockCreek.com
Just in case you fancy treating yourself this weekend, RockCreek.com are offering 15-40% off running and fitness specific gear and apparel. Click on the banner below and off you go. Happy shopping!
