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A Very Sparkly #MedalMonday

3/19/2018

 
I've run the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon 3 times, and loved it every time. Even with 100% humidity yesterday, I really enjoyed the race.

Check out my review of the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon & Relay on BibRave.com. I do an in-depth write up here. I have lots of good things to report.

In the meantime, take a look at the super sparkly bling below. Every finisher — half, relay and 10K took one home. If you want in on the fun next year, get ready to register on Tuesday, March 20th at Noon when blitz pricing begins!

Disclaimer: I received a First Watch Sarasota Half entry as part of being a BibRave Pro.
Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and
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2019 Early Bird Pricing for #RunSarasota

Registration for the 2019 First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon Relay & 10K opens Tuesday, March 20, at Noon EDT.  Sign up early for the best price!

Half Marathon
$45 – First 200 registrants

Relay
$75 – First 40 registrants

10K
$40 – First 20 registrants
Picture of Sarasota Half Marathon Medal and This Old Runner.
The 2018 First Watch Sarasota Medal was inspired by the blue waters of Sarasota Bay where you can see lots of dolphins.
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#MedalMonday for the St Pete Beach Classic Waste Connections, Inc. Duo Challenge

1/15/2018

 

Trio of Turtle Medals!

I ran my very first Challenge on Saturday at the St. Pete Beach Classic Waste Connections, Inc. Duo. (That's a mouthful of miles!)

It was better than I expected. The 10K race began at 7:00 am, followed by the 5K race at 9:00 am. Both races were on out and back courses in the town of St. Pete Beach, Florida.

I'll have a full race recap soon. In the meantime, take a peek at this trio of turtles.
3 Finisher Medals from the St Pete Beach Classic Duo Challenge.
This fun race challenge came at the perfect time. I used it as my long run in my #RunSarasota half marathon training plan. I maintained a consistent pace in both races, and am thrilled with the results. I love when I can get full support (and medals) during a training run! Thanks #SPBClassic for another great event!
#SPBClassic #SPBClassicDuo #RunStPeteBeach #RunStPete #RunSarasota #RunTampa #MedalMonday #10K #5K #Challenge

A Question for #MedalMonday

4/24/2017

 

How and Where Do You Display Your Bling?

I hung a new medal on a hook in my closet this weekend. It made me wonder: how do other runners display their bling? Are they public or private displays? Shown at home or work? Hung on a specialty rack or a curtain rod? Tossed in a drawer? Do any runners wear their medal all day? The next day? Do experienced runners even care about medals after years of running?

I suspect if I ran a major marathon, like Boston or London, I would wear my medal for a week — maybe longer. 

Usually though, I take a photo to send to family, then hang my bling on a hook in the bedroom walk in closet. M
y husband and I are the only people who see my race collection.
Medals from half marathons, 15K, 10K, 8K, 4K and 5K races.Where do you display your bling? My race medals are on hooks in my clothes closet.

​I believe that although everyone in a race gets the prize, it means something different for each runner. My medals recall very specific personal efforts and experiences. Most importantly, they remind me that I am healthier and happier when I am running.

​And, of course, I'll admit I love that medals are shiny, pretty and unique pieces of art!

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