In October We Race in PinkSome of my favorite races raise money in support of a cause. It's pretty obvious if you look at my schedule. My next 5 races are for rescue pups, K9 officers, a nature preserve, a charter school, Make a Wish, and mental health and the homeless. Each year when October rolls around there are plenty of walks and runs in support of breast cancer research. This year I picked a race I'd never run before. I'm so glad I did. Sunday morning I ran in pink with a bunch of other people in the Pretty in Pink 5K put on by Premier Racing Institute. It was my first race with this organization. Even better, it was my first time on the Ream Wilson Trail in Clearwater. This trail is awesome. Lots of BIG shade trees. I'll be back to workout on the overpass bridges. Del Oro Park (start/finish line) has basketball and tennis courts and a shady playground.
Pretty in Pink Shirts and BibsThe race shirt made me unexpectedly happy. There are caricatures of Duckie and Andie from the 1986 movie Pretty in Pink on it. Past images from the race included a Pink Panther figure. Maybe they do a movie theme each year, I'm not sure. I'm just glad I scored this shirt. It's a clean, fun graphic. Kudos to the designer. The matching bibs were well done, too.  I love the graphics on the shirt and bib. (Photo credit: This Old Runner) Why I Enjoyed This Race
I found more hills, gorgeous old oak trees, bikers, and dog walkers. The trail winds through parks with tennis courts and disc golf. There are bridges and ponds. There are trails in the shade. It has some elevation. You can run 5-10-15 mile routes on the trail from here. I walked another 50 minutes on the trails after my race. I saw runners finishing the 10K, bikers zipping down hills, and softball players competing. By the time I returned to the finish line everyone was leaving. Pretty in Pink Race Details
Scene on a Run: I saw a couple of very cool bike repair kits along the Ream Wilson Trail. The permanent stations have tire pumps and tools for bike repairs. Sign Up Before Midnight on October 14th
(Video credit: This Old Runner)
Register now if you plan to run for chocolate in #Tampa during the Hot Chocolate 15k or 5K on Dec. 16, 2018. The price goes up at midnight tonight!
Use my BONUS Code: BRHCTAMPA18 to score a #HC15K armband holder at packet pickup. All finishers get a great zip front hoodie and chocolate finisher's cup. 15K finishers get the medal shown above. Register early to save some cash: http://www.hotchocolate15k.com/tampa. Don't forget to download your FREE McMillan 15k training plan. See you at the starting line! #HCTampaBR #BibChat #BibRavePro #WillRunForChocolate #RunStPete #runchat #RunSarasota #RunTampa #RunBrandon #RunBradenton #RunTampaBay #15K #5K #DiscountCode #RaceCode #BonusCode #RaceSWAG Don't miss your chance to support dog heroes! Run the K9sUnited 5K or 9K in Apopka, FL on December 1, 2018. You can choose a 9K, 5K, or 1 Mile Fun Run. If you can't make it to Apopka, sign up for a virtual race. All runners earn a t-shirt and medal. After the races there will be a K9 photo booth, arts and crafts, and a K9 demonstration. You'll see first-hand how important our canine heros are to the community.
Disclaimer: I received a free entry to K9sUnited 9K virtual race as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews!
Save 10% Off Registration with "BibRave18"Use the code "BIBRAVE18" when you register to receive 10% OFF your race. Get all the details at www.k9sunited.org All proceeds from the races benefit K9s United, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the best equipment, amenities, and quality of life to dog heroes during and after their service. K9s United memorializes K9s who give their lives in service. Other K9s United Races in FloridaLooking for a race closer to you? K9s United is hosting races in support of K9s in the following cities: Jan. 12, 2019 in St. Augustine, FL Feb. 23 2019 in Cape Coral, FL May 11, 2019 in Jacksonville, FL IMPORTANT REMINDER: Since the race is to benefit Law Enforcement K9s, only service dogs are allowed to attend. There will be several from surrounding agencies. We want our K9s to have the freedom to participate in the run as well as the K9 demonstration afterwards. #K9sUnitedBR #K9s #PoliceDogs #Canines #BibChat #BibRavePro #Apopka #Florida
 We're Counting Down to Race Day!It's just 53 days until it's time to run the Inaugural RaceTheBay Half and 5K on December 2, 2018. The race begins and ends at SunWestPark in Hudson, FL. Admission and parking for SunWest is included in your registration fee. December is a beautiful time of year in Florida. If you're looking for a getaway race weekend, consider running Race the Bay. All half and 5K runners receive finisher medals and race shirts. Half marathoners also get a choice of a Bourbon and Boweties bracelet or keychain in addition to their finisher medal! After the race stay and play SunWest Park. Please note there are rental fees for SUP, kayaks, wake boards, and the obstacle course ($15/45 minutes). Don't forget to bring your beach chairs and umbrellas to relax on the beach after the race. Use Code "ThisOldRunner" to SAVE $10 on the Half Marathon or 5K RaceSAVE $10 on the Half — and the 5K — with code THISOLDRUNNER. There's no expiration date on this generous discount code. But, you should register before the price increases on October 31.  The race is a fundraiser for Classical Preparatory School, a Florida Charter (public) school. Student discounts are available for racers 18 years and younger. Sign up on the RaceTheBay registration page. #RunTampa #RunStPete #RunFlorida #Aripkeka #BourbonandBoweties #BibChat #RaceTheBay #Florida #RunStPete #RunTampa #WaterSlide #SunWestPark #RunBradenton #RunSarasota #RunTrinity #RunPasco #RunPinellas #RunHillsborough #Hudson #BibChat #RunChat #ClassicalPrep #floridarunner #optoutside #halftraining #DecemberRaces #RaceCode #DiscountCode #RunChat #MRTT
#FeelTheOO is Real! (Photo credit: Oofos.com) I am so happy to get my feet in a pair of Oofos recovery sandals! Their arrival was perfect timing. I ran a hilly 5 miler the day before and could feel it in my tired legs. So, I wore these sandals all day the next day. They felt great. I didn't have to break them in. The strap was pliable and soft. No rubbing at all. I received these Oofos Cloud White Ooriginal Sport Sandals to test and review. I'll use them a lot during my current half marathon training cycle. Many runners I know love Oofos. So, I'm expecting good things. After I log some miles I'll write a full review. For now, here are a few photos for you.
Disclaimer: I received Oofos to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews.
Oofos has sport sandals in lots of fun colors. They even have special editions for the New York and Chicago Marathons! They make slip ons sandals, clogs, and shoes for men and women. According to Oofos, the OOfoam technology absorbs 37% more impact than other foams. That means less stress for your feet, knees, and joints. Being kind to your feet and legs after a workout is the right thing to do for proper recovery. Here in Florida we wear flip flops and sandals all year long. I know my sandals will get a lot of use! #OofosBR #FeeltheOO #BibChat #BibRavePro #RecoverySandals #Sandals
After completing our Scooby #DooGood 5K in September, Copper has advice for other dogs running a virtual race with their humans. Copper's top 5 tips are in the slideshow below. (Photo credit: This Old Runner) Disclaimer: I received a Scooby Doo Run Series entry as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews. SAVE 10% with Discount CodeRegister before October 20th, and SAVE 10% with code: BIBRAVE. The discount is good on the #Scoobtober 5K or 10K. If you ran in September, you can add the October race and score the Challenge Medal too!
Run your race all at once, or break it up into smaller distances. All you have to do is run by October 31st to score your Scooby SWAG. Get all the race details at www.scoobydoorun.com. Friendly Reminder!Are you planning to run the Pumpkins in the Park 5K on October 20th in Lincoln Park, Chicago? Better hurry and sign up before the price increase tonight at midnight! (Photo credit: RamRacing.org)  (Photo credit: This Old Runner) Don't forget to use code “BRPumpkins” when you register to get the bonus sunglasses! Get all the details: http://www.pumpkins5k.com #PumpkinsBR #BibChat #BibRavePro #ad #RunChicago #RunChi #HalloweenRace #RaceCostumes #RuninCostum
The Best Damn Race series has awesome medals for the 2019 season. Here's your sneak peek for the Safety Harbor races on February 2nd!
Each medal has unique characteristics like textured sand and stained glass features. But the really big deal is the 3-dimensional sand globe on the half marathon medal! It's a clear dome attached to the front of the medal — with real sand inside it. That's unique tropical bling!
Take a Closer Look at Each Medal
Of course, these are renderings, but they give you a great idea of what the final medals will look like. Don't miss your chance to earn one, two, or three medals in Safety Harbor this coming February!
The 5K and 10K medals both have stained glass and textured sand.
The Challenge medal goes to runners who complete both the 5K and 10K races. The medal has a blue stained glass sky and textured sand beach.
Run 13.1 miles and you'll earn the half marathon medal with a clear 3D globe that has sand in it. The medal also has stained glass and a sandy beach. This medal is 4 inches high!
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#BDRSafetyHarbor #BDR #TampaBay #BDRSAV #BDRJax #BDROrl #BDRNOLA #RunStPete #RunTampa #RunSarasota #RunTampaBay #MedalSneakPeek #RunFlorida #SafetyHarbor #FloridaRaces #Racecation
Running for a Reason — Canine Officers
Disclaimer: I received a free entry to K9sUnited 9K virtual race as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews! Is there anything better than running for a reason? I find it hard to think so. That's why I just registered for another canine-related race. This race is the K9s United 9K on December 1, 2018 in Apopka, Florida. The 501c3 non-profit K9s United was established after Debbie Johnson heard of the tragic death of a local K9 officer. The races help raise money to provide:
K9s United supplements K9 unit agencies that have more needs than budget. Each agency is different, but budget constraints mean there are always needs.  (Photo credit: K9sUnited.org) Save 10% with "BIBRAVE18"You can SAVE 10% on 9K, 5K with my code "BIBRAVE18" when you register at https://www.k9sunited.org/events/ If you can't be in Apopka on Dec. 1st, do what I'm doing — run the race virtually! That way, you can run your distance wherever you are and still support the K9s. Race Pricing ScheduleRunners and walkers are welcome at all distances. Check out the prices below. Register before the prices go up on November 10th! More details on the race here.  Pricing schedule for K9s United Apopka, FL races. #K9sUnitedBR #BibChat #BibRavePro #K9s #DogOfficers #K9Officers #PoliceDogs #VirtualRace
Run Scooby Doo's October Race Anytime Oct. 1-31
Disclaimer: I received a Scooby Doo Run Series entry as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race revie Check Out the October Scooby SWAG!Human #Scoobtober racers receive a backpack and medal. Puppy runners get a bandana and a medal of their own. Aren't they fun?! The medal for people spins, and the dog medal looks like a bone. I'll post real photos once Copper and I get ours!
Register with My Discount Code and SAVE 10%Sign up anytime before October 20th. You can run your 5K or 10K anytime, and anywhere you like in October. That's the beauty of a virtual race. You don't have to get up at the crack of dawn and travel to a race. Run it all at once, or break it into smaller distances. Run when it works for you and your dog. Don't forget to use code: BIBRAVE for 10% off! Details at www.scoobydoorun.com. Everyone's a Winner When You RunYou get some exercise and SWAG. The Best Friends Animal Society gets help taking care of animals. Win-Win! We hope you’ll grab your puppy pals and join the race. See you at the starting line — wherever it is! #CopperTheRescuePup #ScoobyDoo #VirtualRun #DooGood #BibChat #ScoobyDooBR #ScoobyDooRun #DiscountCode #BibRavePro #Virtual5K #Virtual10K #RescuePup #October10K #October5K #WhatWouldScoobyDoo #Couch25K #DiscountCode #CouponCode #RaceDiscount #FloridaRunners #DogsRunThisTown #Dogs #VirtualRace
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Hey there,This is where you'll find me writing instead of running. (But, you know I'll be writing about running, right?) 
Yep, smiling's my favorite.
Another happy finish line!
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