 I received this cool hat, bib and sticker for running the 3rd annual World Refugee Day 5K virtually. (Photo credit: ThisOldRunner)  Side view of the #WRD5K trucker hat. (Photo credit: ThisOldRunner) Disclaimer: I received a #WRD5K registration as a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews! Today, I received my commemorative BocoGear trucker 🧢, race bib, and a fun ALIGHT sticker from the World Refugee Day 5K virtual run. On June 20, 2019 I ran VIRTUALLY with lots of people in the Nakivale Refugee Settlement in Uganda 🌍 and around the world! 🌏🌎 It felt good to run for a reason. All the funds raised from the run support refugees through the American Refugee Committe (which is becoming ALIGHT) Alight provides health care, clean water and other life saving services.  Thanks to Bib Rave, Represent Running, and Soul Focus Sports for letting me participate in this meaningful race. See you next year! #BibChat #BibRavePro #WorldRefugeeBR #wrd5k #BibRavePro #BibChat #Nakivale #Uganda #Africa #Refugees #RefugeeSettlement #Virtual5K #WorldRefugeeDay #RunForAReason #AmericanRefugeeCommittee #DoGoodThings #ThisOldRunner #InstaRunners #Fitness #5k #runwalkrun #trailrunning #werunsocial #instagood #fitfam #inspiration #strava #sweatpink #optoutside Here's a video of JT Service of Soul Focus Sports explaining a bit about today's World Refugee Day 5K taking place in the Nakivale Refugee Settlement in Uganda. Disclaimer: I received a #WRD5K registration as a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), & check out BibRave.com to review, find, & write race reviews!" Register by 6/20 to SAVE $5 & Get a Hat!
Share Your Run on Social with #WRD5KDon't forget to share your run on social media with the hashtag #WRD5K. And when you get your new Boco Gear cap we want to see you in that, too! I hope you'll join me, Bib Rave, Represent Running, and Soul Focus Sports today by getting in a 5K run for #WorldRefugeeDay I ran a hot, humid, sweaty 3.1 miles in sunny Florida today as my virtual run. I was thinking about the guys in the video above the whole time!  #WorldRefugeeBR #WRD5k #BibRavePro #BibChat #WorldRefugeeDay5K
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
(Video credit: ThisOldRunner)
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.
#Apopka #BibRavePro #K9 #K9sUnitedBR #BibChat #RunFlorida #K9Partners #K9Demonstration #K9Training
 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! Look at these photos of the K9s United race held Saturday, December 1st in Apopka, Florida. The event included beautiful K9s and wonderful people running to support them. The race was staged at the Northwest Recreational Complex. It was a great venue for the 9K, 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Photos from the K9s United December 1st RacePhoto credit: K9s United Photo Booth and K9 DemonstrationThere was a K9 demonstration after the race to showcase the talents of the canines. Runners could get pictures with the K9s in the special photo booth!
Photo credit: K9s United Since I was struggling with a fever, I moved my Virtual 9k to Wednesday, Dec. 6th. (Results can be subbed anytime between 11/30-12/8). Check back for my race report. If you want to get in on a race in person or virtually go to www.K9sUnited.org for all the details. All race proceeds support K9 officers during and after they serve. Upcoming Dates for K9sUnited Races in Florida
If you enjoy running for a good reason like I do, try a 9K for K9s! #Apopka #BibRavePro #K9 #K9sUnitedBR #BibChat #RunFlorida #K9Partners #K9Demonstration #K9Training
If you've been following along, you know that Copper the Rescue Pup and I are running the Scooby Doo Run Series Challenge. The two-race challenge includes the September Doo Good 5K and the October Scoobtober 10K. Disclaimer: I received a Scooby Doo Run Series entry 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. I'm happy to report we completed both races and the challenge! Copper was a great sport. Especially during last month's 5k medal ceremony! Such a sweet pup. It was fun to run these virtual races to bring awareness to other rescue pups and the Best Friends Animal Society. A portion of every race entry was donated to Best Friends no kill animal rescue. Check Our Scoobtober 10K StatsYou won't find any cadence, heart rate, pace or finish time stats here. This race was a bit different! But it was just as fun as any other race I've run. (Photos credit: ThisOldRunner.com) Top 5 Benefits of Running a Virtual RaceWould I do another virtual race? You betcha. It's such a great way to support a good cause when you can't be there in person. But that's not all. Consider these 5 benefits if you're on the fence about a virtual race like the Scooby Doo Run Series. 1. Run a Virtual Race On Your ScheduleRun your virtual race at the crack of dawn, in the middle of the day, or at night. It doesn't matter when you run, as long as you run. Virtual races fit into any work or life schedule. Use a virtual race as a way to train for your next in-person race. 2. Run Your Virtual Race Anywhere You LikeYou don't have to drive to a specific location to run a virtual race. You can run it on a treadmill or in your neighborhood. The location is up to you. Run while you're traveling or on vacation. 3. Run Alone or with Human and Canine FriendsYou can run a virtual race alone, with friends, or with your pet. Copper and I ran this race virtually with a bunch of #BibRave Pros and #BibRavePups. That's right. There were 18 Bib Rave humans and dogs running together virtually! Everyone shared photos and updates on social media. And, we met new friends on social media during the race. We posted updates with the hashtags #ScoobyDooRun, #DooGood and #Scoobtober to share with other runners around the globe!  DooGood 5K #BibRavePups! (Photo credit: RunKatyRun.com) 4. Run All the Miles At Once, Or Break It UpMost dogs shouldn't run miles at a time. There are real dangers like heat exhaustion for pups who run too hard. It's better to walk or run short distances at your own pace. A virtual run is perfect because you can break it into smaller sections. You aren't in a crowd, so you can move at a slower pace. String together a series of workouts to complete the mileage on a schedule that works for you and your dog. 5. You Get the Health Benefits and BlingEach virtual race is different, so read the specifics before you register. Most races, like the Scooby Doo Run Series, have rules about the distance and deadline. Once complete, the race gives participants a finisher medal and SWAG. The September DooGood 5K earned a medal and shirt for me, and a bandana and medal for Copper. Here are a few photos:
(Photos credit: ThisOldRunner.com) Check Back to See Our October MedalsCopper and I are watching the mailbox. Our Scoobtober 10K and Challenger SWAG should be here soon! I'll post our photos of the goodies once we have them. Until then, here are sample photos from the race director. I can't wait to see that medal in person. It's a big spinner!
(Photos credit: Scooby Doo Run Series) 2018 was the Inaugural Scooby Doo Run Series. I hope you'll consider running it next year. If so, I'll see you at the starting line! UPDATE! UPDATE! UPDATE!Our medals arrived. Check out the fun Scoobtober medals for humans and pups. Plus, the Scooby Doo backpack, bandana and Challenge medal. I have to say, Scooby Doo nailed the medal and SWAG game on their first virtual run series.
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