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Best Damn Race Safety Harbor Discount Code Expires at Midnight Tonight!

1/17/2020

Today is your last chance to SAVE 10% on the Best Damn Race in Safety Harbor on February 1-2! The discount code for Safety Harbor races expires at midnight tonight (January 17, 2020).

If you want to run for less, go register with my discount code: THISOLDRUNNER

5K, 10K or Half Marathon in Safety Harbor

Here's the info on how many spots are left in each race as of Friday morning at 7:30 am:

Only 42 spots left in the 5K, and 72 spots in the 10K. Register before midnight 1/17 with code THISOLDRUNNER to SAVE 10% on either race.

Only 221 more runners can race the half. This year there's a new course that takes you on the Ream Wilson Trail as well as along the waterfront and fan favorite, Philippe Park. Register before midnight 1/17 with code THISOLDRUNNER to SAVE 10% on either race.

Half marathoners enjoy the shade and scenery in Philippe Park. (Photo credit: Best Damn Race)

Double & Triple Challenges are Almost Sold Out

Just 10 spots left if you want to run a 5K + 10K Challenge on Saturday, Feb. 1 in Safety Harbor! Use code: THISOLDRUNNER to SAVE 10%

Are you up for the Triple Challenge? Run the 5K and 10K on Saturday, then come back to run the Half on Sunday. Just 32 spots left ! Use code: THISOLDRUNNER to SAVE 10%

If You Want to Run the Best Damn Race in Safety Harbor, Register Right Now to SAVE 10%

You can register as long as there are spots left, but today is your last chance to SAVE 10%:
5K - SAVE $4.50
10K - SAVE $5.50
Half - SAVE $9.50
Double Challenge - SAVE $8.50
Triple Challenge - SAVE $14.00

Discount Deadlines for Other Best Damn Races

My 10% Discount Code works on ANY Best Damn Race in ANY city. Here are the deadlines to use BDR Discount Codes:

Safety Harbor - Code expires at midnight, January 17
Savannah - Code expires at midnight, January 31
Orlando - Code expires at midnight, February 14
New Orleans - Code expires at midnight, March 13

Last Chance to Race the Key West Half Marathon on January 19, 2020

1/14/2020

Racers cross the finish line at the Key West Half Marathon.

Who's crossing that finish line?

Disclaimer: I'm promoting Key West Half and 5K as a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews

The post race party includes live music and unlimited free, cold beer.

SAVE 20% on the Half with Code: BIBRAVE20

Just a few spots remaining!
Get registered now to run 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️the #KeyWestHalf & 5K this weekend!☀️
💵 SAVE 20% on the Half w/ BIBRAVE20
👕 Awesome Race Shirts
🏝Florida in January
🎸Live Music on Course
🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️the Ocean, Historic Old Town & Seaport
🌅 Sunrise at mile 2
🥁🎷🎺🎸Post Race Concert
🏅🏅 Finisher Medals for Half & 5K
🍻 Unlimited Free Beer
😎👙👣 Sun, Sand and a Race

Register! 🐓 KeyWestHalfMarathon.com 🐓

Howard Livingston band plays a concert at the Key West Half Marathon finish line.

Celebrate your race at the post race concert and party!

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465 Challenge: Loop One Complete

1/13/2020

Gettin’ it done, every day in 2020. 🏃‍♀️ As I mentioned in an earlier blog, I kicked off 2020 with two running challenges:

The 465 Virtual Race Challenge: Jan 1 - Feb 29
BibRave Pro Steps Challenge: Jan 1 - Jan 31

I entered the challenges to get motivated to run and walk more every day. I needed a kick-start for the new year. The good news is the challenges are working! I'm definitely paying attention and moving more.

Virtual races and challenges seemed odd to me at first, but thanks to social media, apps, and hashtags they're interactive and fun. I love seeing where other people run, and watching them reach their goals.

I’m headed into Loop 2 of the 465 Challenge. (Of course, I made a video. I wanted to see if I could make an emoji car 🏎️ travel I-465.)

It's interesting how much a virtual race (or two) can help me find my way back to fitness after slacking over the holidays.

I'm determined to get in at least 4 loops by Feb. 29. I have two Best Damn Race Half marathons in February to help me reach that goal. Woo. Hoo!

I registered for the 465 premium challenge. That means I'm earning a medal and shirt for my efforts.

Registration is open until Feb. 29. There's a discount and picture of the medal on my Race Discounts page.

My first in-person 2020 race is next weekend. It's one of my faves, the St Pete Beach Classic. I don't expect to run fast since I'm not fully trained, but I feel better overall thanks to the challenges.
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#RunnerMotivation #Motivation #WeRunSocial #FloridaRunner #PretendToRunIndy #RunIndy #ThisOldRunner #465VirtualRunChallenge #465BR #OptOutside #Bibchat

Need Help Eating Right Before, During, and After a Race? Try Raley's Nutrition Guide

1/11/2020

Raley's Nob Hill Foods nutrition guide for runners.

Disclaimer: I received a $25 gift card to review Raley’s 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!"

Run Smart: A Nutrition Guide for Runners

It doesn't matter if you're running a 5K, 10K, Half or Full Marathon — you'll always do better when you eat right. Good food is the best fuel for a runner.

Still, knowing food is fuel doesn't mean I always make the best choices. It's easier to eat smart when you have a plan. A plan makes shopping and food prep part of training.

Nutrition strategist, Yvette Waters MS, RDN, CISSN of Raley's Nob Hill Foods created a helpful guide for runners. She explains how to prep for your race with good nutrition during training, the week before you race, and after your event.

I'm running next weekend, so I'm following the Raley's nutrition guide for my day-by-day nutrition throughout race week. It's an easy-to-follow plan that helps set me up for success. I want to kick off things off right for my first race of the new year.

Raley's Nob Hill Foods is a sponsor for the Napa Valley Marathon on Sunday, March 1, 2020. I hope to run the Napa Valley Marathon sometime soon, and be properly fueled!

#NVMSponsorBR #NVMRaleysBR #BibRavePro #BibChat #NapaValleyMarathon #NapaValley #NVM

Check Out the New Race Course Maps for Best Damn Race in Safety Harbor

1/8/2020

SAVE 10% with Code: THISOLDRUNNER When You Register for ANY Safety Harbor Race Before Midnight January 17, 2020

Want to see the new 2020 race courses for the Best Damn Race in Safety Harbor on February 1-2? All three distances have new routes this year.

Saturday's 10K and 5K races begin on the brick in front of the Safety Harbor Resort & Spa under the old oak trees. Sunday's Half marathon starts and finishes at the Safety Harbor Marina. Take a look below at the new courses.

BDR Safety Harbor 5K
Saturday, February 1 at 9 am

Racers start in front of the Safety Harbor Resort & Spa and move north on Bayshore Boulevard. Be sure to enjoy the water views! Runners turn west onto Philippe Parkway, then head south onto Bayshore Boulevard to run along the water again. The second half of the race is an out and back along Bayshore. The finish line is at the marina, just steps away from the post race celebration in the park. Certification number coming soon.

Race course map for the 5K at the Best Damn Race in Safety Harbor, Florida.

BDR Safety Harbor 10K
Saturday, February 1 at 7 am

Racers start in front of the Safety Harbor Resort & Spa and move north on Bayshore Boulevard. Lots of water views on this course. Runners turn west onto Philippe Parkway, then head south onto Bayshore Boulevard before turning west for a mile on Harbor Hill Parkway.

Runners return to beautiful Bayshore Boulevard for three more miles before finishing at the marina. After crossing the finish line, take a few steps and you're in the middle of the post race celebration in the park. Certification number coming soon.

Course map for the Best Damn Race Safety Harbor 10K.

BDR Safety Harbor Half
Sunday, February 2 at 7 am

NOTE: The Half Marathon is on Sunday. The 10K and 5K races are on Saturday, Feb. 1.

The Half Marathon starts and finishes at the Safety Harbor Marina. (The other races start in front of the Safety Harbor Spa.)

This year runners head north Philippe Parkway until they reach Philippe Park. In the park there are big, beautiful shade trees and views of Old Tampa Bay. There are gently rolling hills inside the park, too.

Next, half marathoners hit the Ream Wilson Trail for some inclines and declines on paved trails. (Love this trail!) At mile 10, runners turn around in Alligator Kapok Park to return to the finish. The last couple of miles are on Bayshore Blvd. The finish line is at the marina.

The half marathon has 10 aid stations; each station has 2 port-a-potties. Gatorade, GU energy gels, Cliff shots and water are available at aid stations. Certification number coming soon.

2020 half marathon map for the Best Damn Race in Safety Harbor, Florida.

SAVE 10% on ANY Race Distance

Use THISOLDRUNNER when you register to SAVE 10% off the current price on any race distance! Hurry up, discount codes expire at midnight, January 17, 2020.

10% Discount Deadlines for Safety Harbor, Savannah, Orlando, and NOLA

Here's the really good news about my discount code: it's good for any distance, in any city. Use it to run a race in all four destinations, or share it with friends near and far. You'll SAVE 10% with code THISOLDRUNNER no matter where and when you run a 2020 BDR!

Here are the deadlines to use BDR Discount Codes:

Safety Harbor - Code expires at midnight, January 17
Savannah - Code expires at midnight, January 31
Orlando - Code expires at midnight, February 14
New Orleans - Code expires at midnight, March 13

Best Damn Race Savannah
Saturday, February 15, 2020

Starting line for Best Damn Race in Savannah, Georgia.

Run a 5K or Half in beautiful Savannah, Georgia on February 15, 2020. (Photo: BDR)

Best Damn Race Orlando
Saturday, February 29, 2020

Finish line for the Best Damn Race in Orlando, Florida

The Best Damn Race in Orlando offers a 5K, 10K, Challenge, and Half Marathon on Feb. 29, 2020. (Photo: BDR)

Best Damn Race New Orleans
Sunday, March 22, 2020

Runners at the starting line for the Best Damn Race in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The Best Damn Race series finale takes place in New Orleans on March 22, 2020! Run a 5K or Half Marathon to earn a sugar skull medal! (Photo: BDR)

SAVE 10% with Code: THISOLDRUNNER When You Register for ANY Safety Harbor Race Before Midnight January 17, 2020

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