It's getting closer. Just two weeks until my first half of the season! Last weekend, I used a 15K race as my long run. This weekend, I was on my own. First, I made a plan:
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I feel good about my fueling and time on my feet. I'll be ready to run the First Watch Sarasota Half on the 20th. I'm excited to run the Ringling Bridge and earn my giant dolphin medal. #HoorayRunning! #GatoradeEnduranceBR #Ad #MyFuelMyJourney #BibChat #BibRavePro #SeenOnARun #SceneOnARun #Murals
September heat and humidity are always a challenge here. Sunday was a cloudless, sunny day with 85% humidity. We had a slight breeze at the start, and a better breeze during the last mile. The Fort DeSoto Park paved trail is nice, but has very little shade. That was okay, since my goal was to test my hydration and fueling plan in tough conditions. I'm a real fan of the Gatorade Endurance products I'm using this year. I've had no stomach troubles, and they're easy to take while running. I used energy gels and thirst quencher during this race. I started too fast, but calmed down and ran slow and steady after mile 2. I ran one mile with a pacing group which was fun. Most of the time I ran my own race with one eye on my BPM. It was super hot and I wanted to stay safe. 'Cause I'm not This Young Runner.
How Many Miles in Your 15K?Somehow, I always run too far at Ft. DeSoto. I'm not sure if it's my GPS or if I swerve a lot. I tried to run tangents, but whatever. My race totaled 9.41 miles instead of 9.3.
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Guys! There are 111 days until January 19, 2020 and the Key West Half Marathon & 5K! That means you have plenty of time to train (15 weeks) and plan your racecation in beautiful Key West, Florida in the middle of January. But you don't have time to wait to register if you want to grab the best price. Registration fees go up at midnight on September 30. So head on over to Key West Half Marathon and 5K and register now. Use the discount code below to get the very best deal! 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 Key West prices jump at midnight on Sept. 30th! Photo credit: Key West Half Marathon. Video credit: This Old Runner Music credit: Tequila by Ehrling | https://soundcloud.com/ehrling Sightsee While You Run Around Key WestIt's a unique race that takes you around the island where you'll see the Southernmost Point, Hemingway House and Museum, Mallory Square, and Duval Street. There are gorgeous water views and plenty of good eats in Key West. One of the best parts of this race is the weather. The average Key West temperature in January is high of 74 degrees and a low of 64 degrees. That's perfect for racing! Use "BIBRAVE20" to Save 20% on the HalfRegister for the Key West Half and 5K before midnight on September 30! Use my discount code: BIBRAVE20 to get 20% OFF the half marathon before the price goes up! BTW, my code is good after September 30. Feel free to share with your running buddies! If you want to run, but can't make it to Key West in person, consider the virtual races. #KeyWestBR #BibRave #BibRavePro #ConchRepublic #FloridaRunner #WeRunSocial #MRTT #TheFloridaKeys #KeyWest #HemingwayHouse #Margaritaville #ThisOldRunner #KeyWestHalf #KeyWest5K #JanuaryRaces #BeastPacing #DiscountCode #RaceDiscount #CouponCode
Last Saturday, I ran the One Step Closer to the Cure 10K race as a training run. It's was my unofficial kick off of racing season. As I've mentioned, I like how races keep me motivated during a training cycle. A race helps me check my pace and endurance progress. Plus, it's always easier to get a run done if you have company. Saturday's race around downtown St. Pete was a good challenge for me. I'm happy with my effort. I used Gatorade Endurance gel for race fuel. I took one before the race and ran steady for all 6 miles. I carried a second gel as backup, but didn't use it. I had Gatorade Endurance lemon/lime thirst quencher in my water bottle. There was water only at the aid stations, so I was happy to have the electrolytes. (It's still very hot.) I needed more than 6 miles for my weekend long run so I laced up my running shoes on Sunday to add 4 more. I think bright colors and fun flavors improve my runs. So, I wore my bright orange Bib Rave tank and fueled with mango Gatorade Endurance gels for my additional miles. I felt good and both runs went well. Hooray running! Disclaimer: I’m promoting Gatorade Endurance and First Watch Sarasota Half as a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews.
Another Weekend, Another Training RaceThis Sunday, I'm running a 15K as a training race. It's a flat, fast course at the Fort DeSoto Distance Classic. After I run 9.3 miles I'll know if I'm ready for my upcoming half marathon. My fueling plan for the longer distance is to take a gel 15-20 minutes before the race, one at mile 4, and another at mile 8. It's going to be warm from the start, so fueling and hydration matter a lot. I'll carry a water bottle with Gatorade Endurance thirst quencher, and take advantage of the six aid stations on the 15K course. This race offers water and Gatorade on course. Counting Down to My Goal Half MarathonsOct 20: First Watch Sarasota Half MarathonWelp! It's just three weeks until the First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon. It happens October 20th on the waterfront, bridges, roads, and neighborhoods of Sarasota. I'm nervous because this is an early season half marathon. It will be warm, humid, and sweaty. (Okay, I'm also nervous because I told everyone I want to PR!) But, it's one of my favorite courses, so I'm looking forward to running it. If you want to join me in Sarasota, hurry up and register! The price jumps on October 12. Feel free to use my code: "BRSARASOTA19" to get $10 OFF the half or relay; $5 Off the 10K. They've added a 5K race this year, but I don't have a discount code for the 5K. Nov. 17: St. Pete Run Fest Half MarathonJust one month after the First Watch Sarasota Half, I'll run the St. Pete Run Fest Half Marathon in downtown St. Petersburg. It's my final half marathon in my 50s, and I'd like to PR this race, too.
I'm really excited about my big races. See you at the starting lines! The Best Damn Race Orlando and NOLA medal sneak peeks are here! You can see the Safety Harbor medals and perks in my earlier post. Keep reading to see the bling you earn by running in Orlando on February 29, and New Orleans on March 22, 2020. And there's a discount code for you at the end of the post! Disclaimer: I’m an ambassador for the Best Damn Race. I'm promoting the races 'cause they're awesome. Run a Best Damn Race 5K, 10K, Challenge or Half in Orlando on February 29, 2020
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