Insert applause, ooohs and ahhhs here!I'm in love with the newest #HotChocolate15K finishers medals. They are bigger and brighter than ever. Plus — each Hot Chocolate 15K medal has it's own special, city-specific charm keychain. Tampa's is a sailboat. 
More good news for #HC15K/5K #Tampa
If you run in the Tampa Bay area, you know that the warm weather we all know and love can be challenging — even if it's a December race.
During the inaugural race in 2016, temps and humidity were really high. Well, the #HC15K/5K organizers are on it. They've implemented some REALLY COOL measures to make sure everyone is safe during this years run.
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Don't forget!
To get even more swag in your goodie bag, use my code: TAMPAKAREN17 and you'll receive an exclusive #HC15K hat at packet pickup. |
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Can I get a woo hoo?! This is going to be great!
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It's true. I'm living, running proof.
Read the article, "5 Essential Tips for Older Rookie Runners" that I wrote for the BestDamnRace.com. It's the first in a series of posts that explain why you can begin to run at any age.
While you're there, sign up for a race. (Tip #5: Pick a Goal. Make a Plan.) You can use my discount code: THISOLDRUNNER to SAVE $5 off any race in any city. Score!
In the meantime, below are highlights with easy to remember graphics:
Read the article, "5 Essential Tips for Older Rookie Runners" that I wrote for the BestDamnRace.com. It's the first in a series of posts that explain why you can begin to run at any age.
While you're there, sign up for a race. (Tip #5: Pick a Goal. Make a Plan.) You can use my discount code: THISOLDRUNNER to SAVE $5 off any race in any city. Score!
In the meantime, below are highlights with easy to remember graphics:
If you haven't heard of the BestDamnRace series, go check it out!
The 2018 schedule includes races in Jacksonville, FL, Safety Harbor (Tampa), FL, Orlando, FL and New Orleans, LA.
Choose from 5k, 10K, 5k + 10K Challenges and Half Marathon distances.
The 2018 schedule includes races in Jacksonville, FL, Safety Harbor (Tampa), FL, Orlando, FL and New Orleans, LA.
Choose from 5k, 10K, 5k + 10K Challenges and Half Marathon distances.
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The second race of the Madeira Beach 5K Sunset Series was Friday, July 7th at 7:15 pm. It was even better than the first race. Weather in the city was 92°, but out on the beach the temp dropped to 80°. However, the humidity was a muggy 82%. It was a sweaty, sweaty run, as expected.
The change I appreciated the most was that the tide was out farther than the first race. There was a wide berth of packed, wet sand to run on. This made it easier to move down the beach, and put us closer to occasional bursts of cool air off the water. It also meant less weaving between and around other beach goers.
I ran/walked the race with a friend. The slower pace gave us time to visit as we made our way up the beach and back.
I did have a burst of competitiveness at the end of the race. Another runner tried to pass us, and I realized I wanted to beat her.
As she tried to pass us, I said, "Oh no, I can't have this."
She smiled and said, "But I'm late, and my husband is waiting for me."
We laughed, and I kicked it in for the remaining 50 yards to beat her. It was a fun end to a relaxed run.
The change I appreciated the most was that the tide was out farther than the first race. There was a wide berth of packed, wet sand to run on. This made it easier to move down the beach, and put us closer to occasional bursts of cool air off the water. It also meant less weaving between and around other beach goers.
I ran/walked the race with a friend. The slower pace gave us time to visit as we made our way up the beach and back.
I did have a burst of competitiveness at the end of the race. Another runner tried to pass us, and I realized I wanted to beat her.
As she tried to pass us, I said, "Oh no, I can't have this."
She smiled and said, "But I'm late, and my husband is waiting for me."
We laughed, and I kicked it in for the remaining 50 yards to beat her. It was a fun end to a relaxed run.
Race #2 runners received a big, bright orange beach towel at packet pick up. Hooters, Jenkins Law, City of Madeira Beach and VIP Warrior logos are on the towel.
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The sunset on Madeira Beach never disappoints. This one was different from the first race, but just as beautiful. The beach was full of holiday week tourists who cheered the runners.
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Want to try a Beach 5K? Sign up for the Last Race in the Series on Friday, August 4th.
Mark your calendar for the last race in this beach series. You can register online at https://madeirabeach5k.racehawk.com/ or in person before the race from 5:15-7:00 at John's Pass Beach Park Shelter (12901 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach).
It's a fun race for a great cause — VIPWarriors.org. Besides the chip-timed race, runners receive a trucker hat and post-race party at Hooters in John's Pass. Series awards will be presented after the race.
It's a fun race for a great cause — VIPWarriors.org. Besides the chip-timed race, runners receive a trucker hat and post-race party at Hooters in John's Pass. Series awards will be presented after the race.
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Register online, or on site at the John's Pass Beach Park Shelter, starting at 5:15 pm. The race begins on the beach at 7:15 pm. Come see the sunset and support the VIPWarriors.org! If you can't run this Friday, mark your calendar and run race #3 on August 4th. Sign up to run on the RaceHawk website.
Read —> Review of Madeira Beach Sunset 5K Series Race #1
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Hot Chocolate 15K / 5K in Tampa Announces Exciting Changes to December 2017 Races
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December weather in Florida can be fickle.
Sometimes it's cool, but last year, it was definitely hot. It was 16º degrees hotter than normal on race day! The temperature at 2016's 15K start was 75º and rose into the mid 80s before the race was done. |
#HC15K organizers plan to use misting arches, misting fans and ice towels to keep Tampa runners cool and comfortable in 2017.
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Here's the Plan to Keep Runners Comfortable
Most Hot Chocolate races take place in northern climates, so having an event in semi-tropical Tampa means adjustments. I'm happy to announce the 2017 race updates will include:
- Earlier Starting Times
Proposed 5K start is 7:00 am; 15K is 7:30 - Misting arches
- Misting fans
- Ice towels
Sweet Stylish Swag
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It will get cool eventually in Florida, and when it does you’re going to be happy with the new Hot Chocolate Race long sleeve jacket.
All participants, 5K and 15K, receive a jewel-tone pullover. The long sleeve quarter zip is made of soft, tech material. It’s going to be a favorite winter wearable when you run. There are thumbholes and a zippered chest pocket. The Hot Chocolate race logo shows the world you're willing to run for chocolate in style. |
2017-2018 Hot Chocolate Runners (5K and 15K) will receive this beautiful jewel-toned pullover. (Teal=Men; Purple=Women.)
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Get Extra Swag in Your Bag!
#HC15K is known for some of the best race swag — a top notch jacket, fancy chocolate bar medal, collectible finishers cup filled with chocolate fondue and dippable goodies, plus hot chocolate and free race photos.
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 Use TAMPAKAREN17 at registration for this exclusive cap.
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BONUS! You can add an exclusive #HC15K baseball cap to your collection when you register with code: TAMPAKAREN17. This code is the only way to get this 2017 cap!
Bigger, Better Medal has a Charm/Keychain
The new medal is half an inch wider and half an inch taller! It's a chocolate bar wrapped in gold foil hanging from a shiny ribbon.
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The 2017-18 medal for the 15K is half an inch wider and half an inch taller.
It has a city specific charm/keychain that hangs from the medal. The bling looks like a beautiful bar of chocolate wrapped in gold foil. It’s going to look great on you! |
New! The Hot Chocolate Legacy Experience
This is the biggest, most exciting, addition to the 2017 race! If you’ve run consecutive years in a Hot Chocolate race in any combination of 15K and 5K, in any combo of cities, you’ll be eligible for extra perks as a Legacy Runner!
Legacy Runners receive additional bonus perks:
Legacy Runners receive additional bonus perks:
- A special Legacy bib for race day.
- 5k/15k Legacy Runners who run 3, 5 or 10 consecutive years will receive a special legacy pin. The pins will be presented in the Legacy tent at the post-race party.
- Legacy runners receive 10% off Hot Chocolate merchandise, available on-site at Expo/ Race or online.
- An exclusive discount code will be emailed to each qualifying participant, redeemable at the Expo or post-race Merchandise tent.
- Legacy runners will also be able to buy exclusive Legacy merchandise.
Important Note: If you do not participate in any Hot Chocolate races for one year after running at least 3 consecutive years you lose your legacy status and must begin again. If this year is your 4th consecutive year you will receive a retroactive 3-year legacy pin.
Preferred Starting Corrals
The Hot Chocolate Race tries to make sure runners are in the correct starting corral. If you’ve ever been stuck behind a row of slow walkers when you want to run, you appreciate the reason for pace specific corrals.
Racers with a documented 11:30 minute pace (or faster) are eligible for a preferred starting corral. You have to submit race results with your registration for placement. If you’re waiting to improve your time in an upcoming race, you can submit your pace proof closer to the race via your registration profile.
If you’re running buddies aren’t as fast as you, you can move to a slower corral to run together, but they can’t move to a faster corral.
Racers with a documented 11:30 minute pace (or faster) are eligible for a preferred starting corral. You have to submit race results with your registration for placement. If you’re waiting to improve your time in an upcoming race, you can submit your pace proof closer to the race via your registration profile.
If you’re running buddies aren’t as fast as you, you can move to a slower corral to run together, but they can’t move to a faster corral.
Stay Tuned for Final Details
The Tampa course and packet pick up details will be announced closer to the race. Check back here or hotchocolate15K.com/tampa for final details.
Finish Line Party
All finishers receive the signature Hot Chocolate mug filled with dippable goodies, fondue and hot chocolate.
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The fun continues after the race with the unique and delicious #HC15K finishers mug filled with hot chocolate and lots of goodies to dip in the chocolate fondue. Yum!
After your race, you can pose with the giant Hot Chocolate inflatables and the little ones can play in a Kid Zone stocked with an obstacle course, bounce house, and games. I'll see you at the starting line! |
Don’t forget to register early for the best price,
and use the promo code:
TAMPAKAREN17 for your exclusive HC15K cap!
and use the promo code:
TAMPAKAREN17 for your exclusive HC15K cap!
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How would you like to design the 2018 finisher medal for a Best Damn Race?
Yesterday, the Best Damn Race announced it is accepting submissions for the Jacksonville, Safety Harbor and Orlando races until July 1, 2017. Get out your sketch pad or mouse and start designing. If your idea is chosen for the medal, you'll receive bragging rights plus TWO FREE race entries. |
Get Inspired by Previous Medals
Below are some of the finisher medals from 2016 and 2017. As you'll see, the Best Damn Race bling is unique, fun and colorful — just like the races. The 2018 design contest includes Jacksonville, Safety Harbor and Orlando. The New Orleans race design has already been decided.
Jacksonville • January 13, 2018
Send your idea to:
info@bestdamnrace.com on or before 7/1/17.
Please use "Jacksonville Medal Design" in your email subject line.
info@bestdamnrace.com on or before 7/1/17.
Please use "Jacksonville Medal Design" in your email subject line.
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Safety Harbor • February 3, 2018
Send your idea to:
info@bestdamnrace.com on or before 7/1/17.
Please use "Safety Harbor Medal Design" in your email subject line.
info@bestdamnrace.com on or before 7/1/17.
Please use "Safety Harbor Medal Design" in your email subject line.
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Orlando • March 3, 2018
Send your idea to:
info@bestdamnrace.com on or before 7/1/17.
Please use "Orlando Medal Design" in your email subject line.
info@bestdamnrace.com on or before 7/1/17.
Please use "Orlando Medal Design" in your email subject line.
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If you need more inspiration, visit the Best Damn Race website, or the individual race pages on Facebook. You'll find lots of photos and even more medals.
Best Damn Race Jacksonville Facebook Page
Best Damn Race Safety Harbor Facebook Page
Best Damn Race Orlando Facebook Page
Good luck with your design. See you at the finish line!
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I ran in my first Best Damn Race 5K in Safety Harbor on Saturday, and it was fun! Read my complete review of the Best Damn Race Leftover 5K for all the details.
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Summer in Florida means it's time to double the SPF on your sunscreen, and find ways to keep training despite the higher temperatures.
If races help you focus, how about running a few 5Ks on the beach? (It's always cooler on the beach!) There are three nearby beach sunset series this summer: Madeira Beach, Pass-A-Grille and Sand Key.
If races help you focus, how about running a few 5Ks on the beach? (It's always cooler on the beach!) There are three nearby beach sunset series this summer: Madeira Beach, Pass-A-Grille and Sand Key.
Madeira Beach 5K Sunset Series
The Madeira Beach 5K Sunset Series is
presented by RaceHawk.com. Friday nights at 7:15 pm John's Pass Park Shelter 12901 Gulf Blvd Madeira Beach, FL Registration: $65 for 3 race series $25 each, early registration $35 each, on race day All registered runners receive: June 16: Mens/Womens Tank Top July 7: Beach Towel Aug 4: Trucker Hat
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Parking options are marked in blue. John's Pass Park is free, the others cost money.
Free parking at John's Pass Park is first come, first served. There is paid parking at John's Pass Village, and a city lot north of the race start. Don't park illegally, or you'll be towed — and that's expensive, inconvenient and no fun.
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The Madeira Beach race series helps VIPwarriors.org. "VIP Warriors is a Central Florida/Tampa Bay wounded veteran athletic organization that engages wounded veterans and their families of all branches and combat eras, in the participation of endurance sports. All levels of athletes are welcome. Veterans helping veterans through the healing process through the camaraderie is of training and competing in endurance sports, to include triathlons, cycling, marathons, mud run/obstacle courses."
Sunsets at Sand Key Park in Clearwater, FL
If you live north of St. Petersburg, you may want to choose the 5k series hosted by the West Florida Y Runners Club at Sand Key Park in Clearwater.
Location: Sand Key Park
(Behind Sheraton Sand Key) 1060 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33767 |
There are 4 races in the series:
June 9, June 23, July 14 and August 11. Kids Fun Run at 6:45 pm is FREE 5K race at 7:00pm Pricing Options: $20 each race with no shirt $25 each race, with shirt $50 series of 4 races with shirt |
Registration: Online at www.SignMeUp.com/119685.
Registration and Packet Pick Up on site on race day beginning at 5:45 pm.
All races begin and end on the sand behind the Sheraton Sand Key. It’s an out and back course through Sand Key Park. Parking available at the Sheraton.
Registration and Packet Pick Up on site on race day beginning at 5:45 pm.
All races begin and end on the sand behind the Sheraton Sand Key. It’s an out and back course through Sand Key Park. Parking available at the Sheraton.
- Weekly awards for top 3 male and female.
- Overall series awards for those running all 4 races: male and female, and 1st place male and female age group.
- Age group determined by age at last race.
- No refunds. Races happen rain or shine.
St. Pete Road Runners Beach Race Series
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Three Races — Fridays at 7 pm
June 23, July 21 and August 18 Chip-timed 5K beach races. Free Kids Fun Run at 6:30 pm. Location: The Hurricane Restaurant 809 Gulf Way (Pass-A-Grille) St. Pete Beach, FL
Registration:
$40 each: Individual Races $85: 3 Race Series $25 each: Virtual Race Virtual Run: Can’t make it on race day? Sign up for the virtual run and we will mail you a race t-shirt. All pre-registered runners receive a finisher medal and race shirt. Runners who complete the entire 5k race series will get an additional commemorative award. |
FREE Kids 200m Fun Run
6:30 pm before the 5K race. All kids run participants receive a race bib and a finisher medal! 
Historic Pass-A-Grille Beach
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Packet Pick Up:
Wed., 5:00pm – 7:00pm at St. Pete Running Company
Thurs., 11:00am – 7:00pm at St. Pete Running Company
5:00-7:00 pm at race. Registration available on site on race day.
Post Race Party: For all participants includes a free buffet from the Hurricane Restaurant, adult beverages (with proper I.D.), soda, water, live DJ and a spectacular sunset. St. Pete Running Company gift certificate awards at every race for Top 3 overall male/female; top three in age group, 14 and under, 15-19 and five year increments to 70+.
Directions: North or south I-275 go west to exit 54th Ave S Route 682 (Pinellas Bayway) to Gulf Boulevard and south to Pass-A-Grille on 9th Avenue and Gulf Way. Plentiful metered parking available.
Wed., 5:00pm – 7:00pm at St. Pete Running Company
Thurs., 11:00am – 7:00pm at St. Pete Running Company
5:00-7:00 pm at race. Registration available on site on race day.
Post Race Party: For all participants includes a free buffet from the Hurricane Restaurant, adult beverages (with proper I.D.), soda, water, live DJ and a spectacular sunset. St. Pete Running Company gift certificate awards at every race for Top 3 overall male/female; top three in age group, 14 and under, 15-19 and five year increments to 70+.
Directions: North or south I-275 go west to exit 54th Ave S Route 682 (Pinellas Bayway) to Gulf Boulevard and south to Pass-A-Grille on 9th Avenue and Gulf Way. Plentiful metered parking available.
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Ryan Jordan, one of the owners of the new #StPeteRunFest event spoke to One Million Cups #1MCSTP last week, and everything he had to say about the inaugural St. Pete Run Fest made me happy.
Year-Round Community Engagement
Jordan told the audience that his company (EndorFun Sports) wants this event to be engaged in the community 365 days a year.
The two-day festival will partner with the city, 3 Daughters Brewing, Saturday Morning Market, BigSea Design, St Pete Threads, local charities, schools and businesses to engage as much of the community as possible.
Visit StPeteRunFest.org to see how you can participate as an individual runner, team member, or volunteer. The event is November 18-19, 2017 in St. Petersburg, FL.
The two-day festival will partner with the city, 3 Daughters Brewing, Saturday Morning Market, BigSea Design, St Pete Threads, local charities, schools and businesses to engage as much of the community as possible.
Visit StPeteRunFest.org to see how you can participate as an individual runner, team member, or volunteer. The event is November 18-19, 2017 in St. Petersburg, FL.
A Two-Day Run Festival with Something for Everyone
Photo credit: StPeteRunFest.org
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The Inaugural event will include a variety of race events, and a two-day health and fitness market along the downtown waterfront.
Lil' Shrimp and PeliKids Youth Runs are for kids age 1 to 13. The 5K is open to age 8 and older. Relay runners must be at least 10. The half marathon is open to anyone 12 or older. Runners and walkers are welcome for all events. Time limits were extended to appeal to walkers. For example, the Half Marathon time limit is 3.5 hours, which translates to a 16 minute/mile pace. Another option is to run the Half Marathon as a two-person relay; each person runs a 10K. There is a Dolphin Double Challenge for runners who want to run both the 5K and Half on Sunday morning. |
Run or Walk to Support Local Charities
Money raised by the race will stay in the community. 5K runners will support the Miles for Meals Program — a dollar for each mile run/walked (up to $3) will be donated to the St Petersburg Free Clinic Food Bank. Additional donations can be made online when registering for races.
Jordan said the Half Marathon will give local charities the opportunity to be involved in the race and receive a donation with a "13 miles, 13 charities" plan.
Jordan said the Half Marathon will give local charities the opportunity to be involved in the race and receive a donation with a "13 miles, 13 charities" plan.
Photo credit: StPeteRunFest.org
Healthy Kids Challenge
I love the idea of the PeliKids Marathon Challenge. It's a one mile race for school age kids (K-8). The young runners log 25.2 miles at home or at school before the race, then complete their marathon on Saturday of race weekend by running the PeliKids One Miler for a total of 26.2 miles.
Running Tour of Downtown St. Petersburg
The half marathon is a great way to see everything new and exciting that is happening in downtown.
The race course embraces the waterfront, downtown, the arts districts, Tropicana Field and the Pinellas Trail. If you haven't been to St. Pete lately, you haven't been to St. Pete.
The race course embraces the waterfront, downtown, the arts districts, Tropicana Field and the Pinellas Trail. If you haven't been to St. Pete lately, you haven't been to St. Pete.
Photo credit: StPeteRunFest.org
Creating an Ocean Friendly Event
Okay, I think this may be my favorite part. Jordan told the audience the race organizers were inspired by how the National Parks Race Series uses a cup free system. HydraPour uses a reusable water pouch and speedy filling stations to distribute water to runners — eliminating all the trash and tripping hazards of disposable cups. Bonus: you can sip your water as needed, rather than gulping it in time to toss your cup into the trash can.
Jordan said the inaugural year will be a combo of HydraPour and recyclable cups. He said he is working with the Suncoast Chapter Surf Rider Foundation to make this an Ocean Friendly event.
Additionally, half marathon runners will receive a reusable water bottle at the finish line. Love it!
Jordan said the inaugural year will be a combo of HydraPour and recyclable cups. He said he is working with the Suncoast Chapter Surf Rider Foundation to make this an Ocean Friendly event.
Additionally, half marathon runners will receive a reusable water bottle at the finish line. Love it!
Did You Want Some Bling with That Race?
Photo credit: StPeteRunFest.org FB page.
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Jordan remarked that runner feedback indicates trinkets and amenities are important to participants.
So, in addition to the reusable water bottle at the half marathon finish, runners will earn big, shiny, unique medals. (Think spinners.) The Dolphin Double runners will receive 3 medals for their efforts. |
Will St. Pete Get its Own Version of a Gasparilla Classic?
Jordan said the vision is to create St. Pete's version of the Gasparilla Classic — a world class event that brings people from around the country to run, stay and play in our city. For reference: the Gasparilla Distance Classic attracts 40,000 runners.
It may take a few years, but the energy and vision of the #StPeteRunFest owners, partners and the city of St. Petersburg make me believe it will happen. I'll be running, and rooting for everyone's success.
It may take a few years, but the energy and vision of the #StPeteRunFest owners, partners and the city of St. Petersburg make me believe it will happen. I'll be running, and rooting for everyone's success.
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It's getting hot around here. That means it's time to review how to stay cool while running in hot weather.
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Code: THISOLDRUNNER gets you $5 OFF on any race! Jacksonville: 1/13/18, Safety Harbor: 2/3/18, Orlando: 3/3/18 or Nola: 3/25/18
Coming Up
Here comes half marathon season! My training plan includes these races:
Sept. 30, 2017
The One Step Closer to the Cure in downtown St. Pete has a new twist for 2017. There will be a 5K/10K Challenge for runners who want to run both races. The morning includes a 5K, 10K and One Mile Fun Run. Ovarian Cancer Survivors are honored and celebrated at this special event. #OneStepRace
Ft. DeSoto Triple Crown 5K Series
I'm running the Fort DeSoto Triple Crown 5K series: 2 races in October 2017, and 1 in March 2018. I've never run the 5Ks here, but I've run lots of halfs, 15Ks and 10 milers managed by #FloridaRoadRaces in beautiful Fort DeSoto Park.
October 14, 2017
There will be a 10 miler and a 5K at the annual Ronnie's Run in Fort DeSoto Park. The event raises awareness of alcohol and drug addiction. #Run4Ronnie
November 19, 2017
It's great to have a St. Pete Half again! The Inaugural St. Pete Run Fest will be Nov. 18-19 in downtown St. Pete, FL. Races: 5K, Half, Challenge, and Kids Fun Run. This will be a 2-day celebration of #dtsp and running. #StPeteRunFest #DolphinDouble #PeliKids
December 10, 2017
I'm excited to try this race with it's unique "Floating Final Mile." Runners literally run across the lake for over a mile until finishing in front of the large grandstand inside Nathan Benderson park. Half and 5K races.
December 17, 2017
Tampa will host it's 2nd Annual Hot Chocolate 15K/5K in December — a great time to run in Tampa Bay. There will be misters, ice towels and an indoor post race party to keep runners cool. Use Promo Code: TAMPAKAREN17 and receive the exclusive Hot Chocolate 15K hat shown below!
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