 Team members meet up and run to the finish together! (Photo credit: Sarasota Half Marathon) Disclaimer: I’m promoting First Watch Sarasota Half & Relay as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews. Did you know you can split a half marathon with a friend at the First Watch Sarasota Half on October 20th? That's right, grab a running friend and share the miles. Each person runs half the race, then you run the .1 mile together! Cross that finish line as a team and claim your huge dolphin medals! Psst! There's a discount code for the half and relay at the end of this post. How to Register a Relay TeamEach person on the relay team must sign up. The first one to register creates the team name and becomes the team captain. The captain pays the team's entry fee. The second member of the team must know the team name so they choose it when they register. What Relay Teams Get Before the RaceEach 2-person team receives:
The belt and timing bib MUST be worn by the first runner, then transferred to the second runner in the RELAY EXCHANGE AREA. NOTE: You can return the timing belt at the end of the race to avoid a $5 fee. Relay Starting Locations1. Team Member 1 runs about 6 miles from the start to the exchange area. This person begins at the starting line. 2. Team Member 2 runs about 7 miles. This person reports to the Relay Exchange Area on US 41 and 10th. The exchange area is walking distance from the start of the race.
Relay Exchange Area 100 yards before the relay exchange Team Member 1 will see an arrow exchange sign. Prepare early and stay to your right. Team Member 2 will be waiting in their area. Once the chipped bib is transferred, Team Member 2 is ready continue on the course. Water is available for Team Member 1 at this point. Finish Together Meet-up Area
Discount Code for $10 OFF the RelayThe First Watch Half, Relay or 10K always sells out, so register early to earn the huge dolphin medal! 🐬 The Sarasota Half & Relay and 10K are on October 20, 2019. Use "BRSARASOTA19" for $10 OFF the Half or Relay; $5 OFF the 10K. Register at SarasotaHalfMarathon.com 🐬 See you at the starting line! #SARASOTABR #BibChat #BibRavePro #RunSarasota #RunTampa #RunStPete #RunBradenton #FloridaRunner #WeRunSocial #MRTT #OptOutside #ThisOldRunner #RunTheRingling #DowntownSarasota #VanWezel #RaceDiscounts
I started Week Two of my Fall training schedule today. I'm focused on lots of hill repeats to build endurance. My 5K in Pennsylvania later this month will be a good benchmark. About 1.5 miles into my hill repeats, I spotted a curtain of rain headed my way. I ducked under an oak to wait out the water. Five minutes later, I was back at my hill repeats and the sun was shinning. Oh, Florida! My only regret was that I was so excited about breaking in a new pair of shoes, I didn't check the weather. Oh well, they'll dry. Besides, there's something wonderful about running in the rain, so I was happy. Finished with 3+ miles and a check mark on my training plan.
Fall Racing PlansThis season, I'm going to say my goals out loud so I have witnesses and accountability. I won't go on and on about my miles and times, but I'll discuss motivation, nutrition, fuel, and most of all: GOALS! Goal RacesHalf Marathons are my jam this season! I'm warming up with shorter races that fit into my schedule. But come October, it's full-time pursuit of half mara PRs before 2019 ends.
My next post will describe how I'm going to get to those PRs. Until then, stay hydrated everyone. It's super hot and humid out there! Best wishes to my running friends who are training for the Chicago Marathon. It's brutal to be running double-digits in Florida right now! This week my countdown began for the First Watch Sarasota Half. It's 12 weeks away on Sunday, October 20, 2019. I warmed up last month, but now I'm in a focused training cycle. My half marathon PR has cobwebs all over it. So, I'm determined to improve my training and performance in hopes of a new personal record in Sarasota. Fall racing in Florida is a challenge because Summer heat and humidity are brutal. But I have a plan — proper fuel, hydration, nutrition, rest, recovery, and training. Stay tuned to follow my journey. I'll be back with more details on my training adventures and why this PR (and a few others) mean so much to me. In the meantime, scroll down to get a discount and join me at First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon & Relay. There's a 10K, too.
Disclaimer: I’m promoting First Watch Sarasota Half as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews. SAVE $10 with Discount Code: BRSARASOTA19Register soon. The First Watch Half, Relay or 10K sells out. Plus, it's the only way to earn the huge dolphin medal! 🐬 The Sarasota Half & Relay and 10K are on October 20, 2019. Use "BRSARASOTA19" for $10 OFF the Half or Relay; $5 OFF the 10K. Register at SarasotaHalfMarathon.com 🐬 See you at the starting line! #SarasotaBR #BibRavePro #BibChat #RunChat #RunTheRingling #Sarasota #FloridaRunners #WestCoastFlorida #DolphinMedal #WeRunSocial #MRTT #RunSarasota #RunTampa #RunStPete #RunBradenton
A Few of My Favorite Things About This RaceRecently, someone asked me why I like to run the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon & Relay. I return year after year because it's a beautiful course and well-run race. BTW, there's a 10K distance, too! Since we have plenty of time before race day (October 20, 2019) I thought I'd describe some of my favorite things about the race. I'll start with #1 and add the rest each month until race day. Here's my list:
Disclaimer: I’m promoting First Watch Sarasota Half as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews. 1. The John Ringling Causeway BridgeAround here, bridges are the closest thing to a mountain or hillside. Florida is flat. A lot of our bridges don't have much elevation either, but the Ringling Bridge is a respectable challenge. It's 60 feet tall and .586 miles long. The bridge connects Sarasota to St Armands Key and Lido Key. Here are some images that show why I enjoy running the bridge not once, but twice in the first few miles of the race. Photos: First Watch Sarasota Half & Relay; Graphics: This Old Runner Save $10 Off Half & Relay or $5 Off the 10KThis race is popular because of the location, course, race management, and those super-sized dolphin medals. Another good thing is my discount code. Use BRSARASOTA19 to SAVE $10 Off the Half and Relay or $5 off the 10K. Register before the next price increase. See you on the bridge! #SARASOTABR #BibChat #BibRavePro #RunSarasota #RunTheRingling #RunFlorida #FloridaRunners #WeRunSocial #MRTT
Disclaimer: I’m promoting First Watch Sarasota Half as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews. SAVE $10 with My Discount CodeHurry up and register for the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon and Relay. (There's a 10K race, too!) Current price is $70 until April 4th. Use my code: "BRSARASOTA19" to💰SAVE $10 on the Half or Relay, or $5 OFF the 10K race. 🙌 (Photo credit: First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon. Video credit: This Old Runner) First Watch Sarasota Half is October 20, 2019The First Watch Sarasota Half, Relay and 10K move to Fall this year. This scenic run through Sarasota will be on Oct. 20, 2019. If you haven't run here yet, you should! You can read my 2018 review here. 🏃♀️🏃♂️ FYI: This event always sells out! I know October seems far away, but get registered before the prices increase on April 4! 🐬🐬 See you at the starting line for that beautiful sunrise on Sarasota Bay! #RunSarasota #SarasotaBR #BibRavePro #BibChat #FirstWatch #SarasotaHalf #DiscountCode #CouponCode #RaceDiscount #Runnersofinsta #werunsocial #mrrt #runtampa #runstpete #FloridaRunners #halfmarathon #relay #10K #SarasotaBay #RunTheRingling #firstwatchbreakfastcafe
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