 Disclaimer: I'm promoting Key West Half and 5K 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 20% Off the Half with Code: BIBRAVE20Guys, it’s going to be in the 70s all weekend in Key West, Florida. If you want a warm, sunny racecation, grab one of the remaining spots in the Key West Half Marathon or 5K. Use: BIBRAVE20 to SAVE 20% 💰on the Half! Keep scrolling to check out both of the race courses — you run around historic, charming, funky, beachy (and warm) Key West! 🌞🏝🏖🐈🐬🐠🕶🏃♀️🏃♂️👣🌴 Key West 5K Course Map Key West Half Marathon Course Map Packet Pickup Information Want to Volunteer While You Spectate?We still need volunteers! If you'd can help, please register at https://www.keywesthalfmarathon.com/volunteers/.  Weekend Activities and ScheduleThere's a lot more than a race this weekend! Check out the schedule: Friday, January 18, 2019
Saturday, January 19, 2019
Sunday, January 20, 2019
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If you're on social media, you probably noticed a lot of year in review posts. After seeing a few, I wondered how my year would look. Top Nine Instagram PostsYou can use an online app to create your top nine posts for Instagram in 2018. I used the Top Nine App to generate my graphic. Download yours with the watermark for free, or without the watermark for $1.99. Here's my free version:  One glance and it's obvious races, BibRave, and my AfterShokz headphones are most popular. The Top Nine app revealed I had 7.5k likes on 197 posts in 2018. Next, I thought about a 2018 theme Instagram didn't reveal. Dinosaurs. 2018 was the year of the dinosaur for me. Let me show you what I mean. Dinosaur Theme in 2018Technically, the year of the dino began on Dec. 30, 2017. Maybe that's why Top Nine didn't see it. Also, it could be because this post was on Twitter. Dino #1 Spotted my first dinosaur facing his inevitable fate after the holidays. I left him there. Although, I like the picture in my head of me running a mile back home with this guy under my arm. (Photo credit: ThisOldRunner) Dino #2 This one was posted to Twitter, too. I found this at the park. He must have escaped one of the many strollers. I ran past him a couple of times before slipping him into my pocket. (Photo credit: ThisOldRunner) Dino #3It took a couple more months until I found my next dinosaur. I spotted a Santa Dino (Santa Dino?) in early April. That's right, he had on a hat and had a gift to give. Although the sign encouraged me to take him home, I didn't. Where would I keep a Santa Dino?  "I'm FREE. Take me home!" (Photo credit: ThisOldRunner) Dino #4, 5, 6, 7I found lots of fun stuff over the summer, but no more dinos until I hit the jackpot in September. My neighborhood embraces Halloween. There are decorations on decorations on decorations. And yes, they go up early. Check out the 4 Halloween dinosaurs below. These creatures brought my total dino count to 7 for the year.  Along with a grave yard of skeletons, this house decorated with dino skeletons. Add 4 more dinos to my #SeenOnARun total. (Photo credit: ThisOldRunner) Dino #8? Maybe, Maybe Not.Found this guy at the end of October. Now, I know a dino and dragon are technically different. But they seem similar enough to me. Sure, a dino doesn't breathe fire. And, a dragon is a myth. But other than that: big scary creatures that roar. Right? I guess it depends on how seriously you take the #SeenOnARun game. I'm going to count him.  This fire-breather had glowing eyes and made scary sounds. He's not technically a dino, but I'm counting him. (Photo credit: ThisOldRunner) What's Ahead for 2019?I've had 5 neighborhood runs so far this year. I've seen a drone, a man's suit jacket, and a baby's sock. I don't see a theme yet. And no, I didn't bring anything home.
Here's to a new year filled with fun runs. I hope you find lots of interesting things while you're out and about!
Race January 20, 2019 in Key West, FloridaIf you're thinking about running the Key West Half Marathon or 5K this month, hurry up and register. There're fewer than 70 spots left in the half; 40 left for the 5K. Disclaimer: I'm promoting Key West Half and 5K 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 review Save 20% on the Half with Code: BIBRAVE20The good news is you can still use my code: BIBRAVE20 to SAVE 20% on the half! Go register —> https://www.keywesthalfmarathon.com/ before it sells out!  The Key West Half and 5K take runners all around beautiful Key West. You'll see all the iconic sights, and probably some roosters!
Here are the St. Pete Beach Classic race medals runners can earn in a couple of weeks. This is one of my favorite race series. The races take place over MLKing Jr. weekend (January 19-20). I ran the Waste Connections Duo Challenge last January. And, I'm happy to say I'm giving it another go this year. The challenge starts with the 10K, then the 5K. Run two races and go home with three medals. I recommend the half marathon, too. It's a great street level view of this charming beach town. You see places you'd miss otherwise. The courses are flat and fast. The weather can be chilly, but it's been warm, too. The best part is finishing the race and walking a few steps to the beach. You can still register to run or volunteer. Check stpetebeachclassic.com for all the details. There is more fun than just races. There's a beach bonfire and concert, too.  2019 St. Pete Beach Classic medals: 5K seahorse, 10K flying fish, Challenge dolphins, Half turtle, Marathon Challenge seahorse. (Photo credit: SPB Classic) #RunStPete #RunStPeteBeach #SPBClassic #RunFlorida #StPeteBeachClassic
Don't miss your chance to SAVE $5 on the 5K, 10K or Half Marathon at the Best Damn Race Safety Harbor on February 2, 2019! Check out each city and it's medals in this post. FYI: The JAX code expired on Dec. 31st, but you can still register for limited spots for that race on January 12 in Jacksonville. Disclaimer: I'm promoting the Best Damn Races as an ambassador for the Best Damn Race series. Best Damn Race Safety Harbor is Feb. 2, 2019Use my code "THISOLDRUNNER" for any race in Safety Harbor and you'll SAVE $5 on registration. You can use it for you and any of your running friends. Hurry, it expires on Saturday, January 12 at midnight. #BDRSafetyHarbor
Best Damn Race Savannah is Feb. 16, 20192/16/19 Best Damn Race Savannah in Savannah, GA It's the Inaugural year for #BDRSavannah Half and 5K! Use "ThisOldRunner" to SAVE $5 on any race! Code expires 2/1/19.
Best Damn Race Orlando is March 2, 20193/2/19 Best Damn Race Orlando in Orlando, FL Use “THISOLDRUNNER” to SAVE $5 on the Half, 10K, 5K and Challenge. Code expires 2/9/19. #BDROrlando
Left to right: Orlando 5K swan, 10K flamingo, Challenge ferris wheel (Orlando Eye) medals. (Photo credit: This Old Runner).  The Best Damn Race Orlando Half Marathon medal is a spinner with a flamingo on one side, and a swan on the other. (Photo credit: Best Damn Race)  Discount code (THISOLDRUNNER) for the Best Damn Race Orlando expires on Feb. 9, 2019 at midnight. (Photo credit: This Old Runner) Best Damn Race New Orleans is March 24, 2019 That's right, the faces glow in the dark! The NOLA 5K and Half Marathon medals are so much fun! (Photo credit: This Old Runner) 3/24/19 Best Damn Race New Orleans in New Orleans, LA Use “THISOLDRUNNER” to SAVE $5 on the Half, and 5K. Code expires 3/3/19. #BDRNOLA Save $5 on Every 2019 Best Damn RaceGo ahead and use my code for one or all of these Best Damn Races! Make sure you note when the code expires for each city. Beyond the bling and runner SWAG you'll enjoy a great course through interesting cities. After you race enjoy food and fun at the post race party. All the Best Damn Races are a great value, but who doesn't want to save some cash? I always do. See you at the starting line! #BestDamnRace #SafetyHarbor #Orlando #Jacksonville #NewOrleans #Savannah #BDRNOLA #BDRJax #BDROrl #BDRSH #BDRSAV #DiscountCode #CouponCode #RaceDiscount #RunFlorida #RunTampa #RunStPete #RunBradenton #RunSarasota
Here's a warm, sunny, waterfront suggestion if you're looking for a Winter race-cation in Florida. It's the Key West Half Marathon and 5K on January 20th. SAVE 20% on Key West Half with "BIBRAVE20"Take a peek at the race medals and shirts below. You can use my code: BIBRAVE20 to SAVE 20% off the Half Marathon! Don't wait to register — this one sells out! Disclaimer: I'm promoting Key West Half and 5K 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 Check the Key West Half and 5K Medals 2019 Key West Half Marathon medal features a mermaid on the front, and race details on the back.  The 2019 Key West 5K medal showcases the beauty of Key West with stunning images on the front and back. The Race Shirt Looks Great Coming and Going These beautiful ladies cut, v-neck tech shirts guarantee you'll remember your race in paradise every time you put it on. #KeyWestHalfBR  The men's round neck tech shirts look great coming and going. #KeyWestHalfBR Key West is Historic, Funky and Fun
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 Racers in the corrals before the Tampa Hot Chocolate 5K in December 2017. Disclaimer: I'm promoting the Hot Chocolate 15K 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 Countdown to the Starting LineGet ready to run in Tampa on Sunday, December 16th! The race begins at the Tampa Convention Center. Packet pickup happens at the Expo on Saturday. Race Start Times and CorralsStart Times: 5k - 7:00AM 15k - 7:45AM Corral Assignments: Check your email for a link to your RAM Racing account. View your registration to find your corral. Then, visit the Corral Information page to find out your wave. All the info you need is in the Participant Guide online. Parking DetailsFind details on parking locations for the expo and race at https://www.tampagov.net/tcc/parking. Expo and Packet Pickup: Sat., Dec. 15, 10 to 6Tampa Convention Center East Hall 333 S Franklin Street, Tampa, FL 33602 Enjoy chocolate samples, peruse the vendor booths, and pickup your swag at the expo. Get in some holiday shopping while you're there. Plenty of Hot Chocolate branded gear and clothing and vendor goods will be on display. Special race deals, too! Vendors: AARP Community Programs, Ameriprise Financial, Bondi Band, Clearwater Running Festival, Gulf Coast Gourmet Foods, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, LASIK Vision Institute, Medsense Massagers, OIC Advance, Power Home Remodeling, Topgolf Sponsors: Allstate, nuun Charity: Make-A-Wish® IMPORTANT: No Race Day Packet PickupThere is no race-day packet pickup. You can have a friend pick up your packet if you can't make it on Saturday. #HCBRTAMPA18 #HCTAMPA #HotChocolate15K #HotChocolate5K #RunTampa #RunStPete #BibChat
 Okay guys, here's number 3 of 3 of the St. Pete Beach Classic giveaways! Head on over to This Old Runner on Instagram and enter to win your choice of the Beach Run, 5K or 10K race on January 19, 2019. You have 24 hours to enter. 6 pm Wed. 12/12 through 6 pm. Thurs. 12/13/18. Doesn't running a race in St. Pete Beach in January sound wonderful?! I think so. I'm running the 5K + 10K Duo Challenge again this year. I can't wait! This is one of my favorite local races.  Free Training RunsJoin like-minded runners for training runs on the Wednesday, Dec. 12, and 19 and Jan 2 and 9. Meet at the St. Pete Beach Community Center.  There's a gift certificate available if you win and want to give the entry as a gift to someone else. If you want to upgrade another race, use the free entry and pay the difference in registration fees. For example: you can upgrade to a Half Marathon, the 5K + 10K Challenge, or the Full Marathon Challenge. If you upgrade to the Half you can enter the #Burg2Beach2Bayshore Challenge. You can upgrade at packet pickup. Present your certificate and pay the difference in cost between the races. The #SPBeachClassic Half Marathon is the second leg of the Burg to Beach to Bay Challenge. Visit https://stpetebeachclassic.com/ for more information on the 3-half marathon challenge. #RunSPBClassic #SPBClassic #RunSPB #RunStPete #RunTampa #RunSarasota #RunTampaBay #B2B2B #StPeteRunFest #GasparillaDistanceClassic #GasparillaRun #PGDC19 #RunLikeAPirate #HealthySP #SPRF #ThisOldRunner #BibChat #StPeteBeach #TampaBay #DTSP #StPete #FloridaHalf #FloridaRunner #MRTT #RaceDiscount #RaceGiveaway #GulfOfMexico #StPeteBeach #FloridaRaces
Choose from a 5K, 10K or Half Marathon on January 12, 2019 in Jacksonville, FL. Don't forget to use my code (THISOLDRUNNER) to save $5 on any distance. BDR JAX Medals Revealed!Here they are! The 2019 Best Damn Race Jacksonville medals IRL.  Best Damn Race Jacksonville Medals! Left to right: 5K, Half, 10K (Photo credit: ThisOldRunner)  Best Damn Race Jacksonville 10K, Half and 5K medals on the beach. (Photo credit: Best Damn Race) Register Early for the Best Damn Price on the Best Damn Race in Jacksonville on Jan. 12, 2019One of the coolest things about the Best Damn Races is the sliding scale for pricing. If you sign up early, you pay the least amount. Registration increases as more and more people sign up. Today (12/8) you can get the half marathon for $65, the 10K for $30, and the 5K for $25. Those are excellent prices! I think even the top price for each race is a great value, but who doesn't like to save a bit of cash and get the deal! Register here for Jacksonville races. SAVE $5 on Any Race: Code is "ThisOldRunner"If you're not running in Jax use “ThisOldRunner" to SAVE $5 on any race distance at any 2019 Best Damn Race. Feel free to use it for you and your running buddies! #BestDamnRace #BDR #BDRJax #RaceCode #DiscountCode #Jacksonville #Florida #RaceMedals #SaveMoneyOnRaces
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
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A Virtual Race for Canine Heroes
Since I couldn't be in Apopka on December 1st to race in person, I opted to run my 9K (5.59 miles) virtually. A virtual race means you race when you can, where you are. You can run on the actual race day, or as close to it as possible. I was recovering from a sinus infection, so I ran a few days after the race date.
Lucky for me, my race day was gorgeous. As you can see in the photos below, it was a blue sky day. I ran my miles around and around a local lake. The lake loop is just over a mile, so I ran it 5 times. I'd tell you my race time if I could. My watch was on low battery about 40 minutes in. And it wasn't tracking anything when I finished. But this race wasn't about time. It was about the K9s. So it's all good. Plus, it felt wonderful to get outside and run again after being sick.
(Photos credit: ThisOldRunner)
Canine Demonstration
The only downside to running the virtual option is I missed seeing the K9 dogs and their partners in action on race day. There was an impressive K9 demonstration after the race in Apopka.
Three More K9s United Races in Florida
If you enjoy running for a reason like I do, try a 9K for K9s! There are three more races in Florida scheduled for next year. Try the 9K, 5K, or one-mile fun run.
Special Note: The race in Jacksonville, Florida on May 11, 2019 will be to honor Fang. Fang was killed in the line of duty this year.
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