My Virtual 9K for K9s United

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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

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(Photo 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.

• Jan. 12, 2019 in St. Augustine, FL
• Feb. 23 2019 in Cape Coral, FL
• May 11, 2019 in Jacksonville, FL  

You can race in person or run virtually from anywhere like I did. Visit www.K9sUnited.org for all the details. All race proceeds  support K9 officers during and after they serve, including memorials for those who die in the line of duty.

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.

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