I'm running the Indianapolis Marathon on November 7th. It'll be my sixth marathon overall, but my first in nine years. The training has been going well, knock wood -- I'm just reminding myself that I don't need to have a time goal and I just need to do what I'm capable of right now.
Scott, you are the man! Six marathons overall -- training for 26.2 is like, serious business! Seriously impressed, especially given that you're doing it with a full-time job and family. That's awesome.
I'm training for the Rio del Lago 100 (Nov 7). It's a Western States 100 qualifier ... and it also shares 16 of the final 17 miles of the WS course. So, in case I never get into States, I'll at least get to run part of the course.
Pretty good, though these things are a grind. The miles (and vert) are stacking up, and I've averaged 57 miles and roughly 6100 ft of gain per week over the past 8 weeks. This week, I'm taking a step back and will be doing about 50 mi/5000 ft. Trying to play it smart by listening to my aging bones!
I’ll be running the Chicago Marathon on October 11. My first marathon of 38 was Chicago 2008. This’ll be a homecoming of sorts.
In about a week I’ll get official confirmation about the 131st Boston Marathon. My granddaughter and I both qualified by ten minutes in the 130th Boston Marathon. That should be enough buffer to get accepted. We’ll know for sure soon.
In January, my family and I will run the Austin International Half (formerly 3M Half.) That’ll be fun too.
Good luck with the Boston application, Carlos!! I'm sure you'll get in -- can't wait to see the photos of you and Mia crossing the finish line at Boston!
I've been gearing up for the combo PNC Ten-Miler + Thanksgiving Half here in Atlanta and hoping to PR both! Feeling good about how training has gone despite brutal weather this summer and fall so far, but cooler temps have finally arrived thank goodness.
It has been SOOOOO hot here in Atlanta this summer; thankfully it seems like (maybe?) it's over. I actually ran that race last year with another THM member -- it's such a great run!
Our fall race will be the Steeplechase Stampede at the horse park outside Atlanta. We’ll run the 10k on our way working up to a half marathon hopefully.
I’m still looking for a fall or winter half marathon!
Training is going hot, but I’m really hopeful we’ve turned the corner into fall!
Feeling incredibly slow training for fall races in other states that actually have fall! Living in central Texas our morning temps are still in 70’s with humidity hovering at 85-90% makes me like a turtle! Heading to Idaho next Friday for Jackass Half then 2 weeks later Greensboro,NC-then 2 weeks later Geneva,IL. That’s all for now! Just looking forward to not being a puddle of sweat!
I feel you, Deborah! It's been INCREDIBLY hot here this summer in Atlanta (though not quite Texas levels, I'm sure). Hopefully some cooler temperatures are on the way for you -- good luck in Idaho and Greensboro!!
Not running this Fall, but I did sign for the 5k in the
Spring with the Eugene Marathon on April 24, 2027. If a 95 year old woman could finish it in an hour last year to win first. I thought why not me! Certainly worth a try!
I'm running the Run the Reef 10K in Navarre, FL, to celebrate my 77th birthday on October 10, and for Christmas, I am running the 5K, 10K, and half marathon at Callaway Gardens, GA, on December 4-6. The 5k is at night and runs through their Christmas display.
If you are active on FB there are several Trail Running groups in the area that might have insight. I am planning to do the UltraVortex 50 mile in April.
Half marathon in Santa Cruz, CA at the end of October and a 10k with my best friends from college in Berkeley in November (we’re all Cal grads so this will be a special one)
Both of those sound fantastic, Cassandra! I've never run either, but I've visited both places and they're just the best. I love California 🙌 Have you run a lot out there?
Three of my favorite runs are coming up: the James River 5k - beautiful foliage along the river and through the Jamestown settlement (October); Williamsburg Turkey Trot through Colonial Williamsburg; and the Busch Gardens Christmas Town 8k through the park while decorated for Christmas. My running challenge is getting back in shape after a summer of travel including Iceland for the total eclipse and 2.5 weeks in Alaska. I can feel the pain of starting up again even before actually starting.
i do an octoberfest 5 miler every year. its a pretty course with a path through the woods that typically has great fall foliage. then it ends at a brewery:) next weekend we have the hart miler which is a race on an island...we take a ferry over! i'm also contemplating a half somewhere but thats up in the air. have a great weekend everyone!
You know, it just occurred to me that you don't see a lot of 5-mile races out there, but it's a fantastic distance. There are TONS of 5Ks and 10Ks, and quite a few 10-milers, but the 5-mile distance sounds perfect (especially the older I get!)
I'm running the Indianapolis Marathon on November 7th. It'll be my sixth marathon overall, but my first in nine years. The training has been going well, knock wood -- I'm just reminding myself that I don't need to have a time goal and I just need to do what I'm capable of right now.
Scott, you are the man! Six marathons overall -- training for 26.2 is like, serious business! Seriously impressed, especially given that you're doing it with a full-time job and family. That's awesome.
With two little ones, I can barely run to the bathroom. :)
LOL!!! I remember those days... we lived for little T's naptimes. I totally get where you're coming from 🤣
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I'm training for the Rio del Lago 100 (Nov 7). It's a Western States 100 qualifier ... and it also shares 16 of the final 17 miles of the WS course. So, in case I never get into States, I'll at least get to run part of the course.
John, WOW! That's seriously amazing... how's the training been going for it?
Pretty good, though these things are a grind. The miles (and vert) are stacking up, and I've averaged 57 miles and roughly 6100 ft of gain per week over the past 8 weeks. This week, I'm taking a step back and will be doing about 50 mi/5000 ft. Trying to play it smart by listening to my aging bones!
I’ll be running the Chicago Marathon on October 11. My first marathon of 38 was Chicago 2008. This’ll be a homecoming of sorts.
In about a week I’ll get official confirmation about the 131st Boston Marathon. My granddaughter and I both qualified by ten minutes in the 130th Boston Marathon. That should be enough buffer to get accepted. We’ll know for sure soon.
In January, my family and I will run the Austin International Half (formerly 3M Half.) That’ll be fun too.
Good luck with the Boston application, Carlos!! I'm sure you'll get in -- can't wait to see the photos of you and Mia crossing the finish line at Boston!
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Running NYC Marathon on November 1. This will be my 12th marathon and I’ll be 74 on race day!
Running the Dreiländer Marathon in 2 weeks. I'm excited to run a part of Lake Konstanze, through 3 countries 🇩🇪🇨🇭🇦🇹
Very nice!!! Which countries does it run through?
I've been gearing up for the combo PNC Ten-Miler + Thanksgiving Half here in Atlanta and hoping to PR both! Feeling good about how training has gone despite brutal weather this summer and fall so far, but cooler temps have finally arrived thank goodness.
It has been SOOOOO hot here in Atlanta this summer; thankfully it seems like (maybe?) it's over. I actually ran that race last year with another THM member -- it's such a great run!
Our fall race will be the Steeplechase Stampede at the horse park outside Atlanta. We’ll run the 10k on our way working up to a half marathon hopefully.
I’m still looking for a fall or winter half marathon!
Training is going hot, but I’m really hopeful we’ve turned the corner into fall!
Are you in Atlanta, btw?
Just north of Atlanta!
If you have any trail half marathons on your radar, please share!
Snow Canyon in Utah. It's a beautiful scenic little jaunt through the red rocks.
I've always wanted to run that race... I've read about it and seen photos over the years, and it looks just spectacular. Do you live close to there?
I live about 4 hours away, so when I go there we make a weekend out of it and also hit Zion and capital reef on the way home.
Pretty area. lived up the mountain in Beryl, UT. Built an adobe house up there. :)
Feeling incredibly slow training for fall races in other states that actually have fall! Living in central Texas our morning temps are still in 70’s with humidity hovering at 85-90% makes me like a turtle! Heading to Idaho next Friday for Jackass Half then 2 weeks later Greensboro,NC-then 2 weeks later Geneva,IL. That’s all for now! Just looking forward to not being a puddle of sweat!
I feel you, Deborah! It's been INCREDIBLY hot here this summer in Atlanta (though not quite Texas levels, I'm sure). Hopefully some cooler temperatures are on the way for you -- good luck in Idaho and Greensboro!!
That’s a busy fall!
Not running this Fall, but I did sign for the 5k in the
Spring with the Eugene Marathon on April 24, 2027. If a 95 year old woman could finish it in an hour last year to win first. I thought why not me! Certainly worth a try!
Wow! I completely agree -- why not you?
I'm gonna give it a go! First 5K I've been excited about in many moons! :)
I'm running the Run the Reef 10K in Navarre, FL, to celebrate my 77th birthday on October 10, and for Christmas, I am running the 5K, 10K, and half marathon at Callaway Gardens, GA, on December 4-6. The 5k is at night and runs through their Christmas display.
Anyone run Sedona 1/2? I’ve heard mixed things about the race organizers. I need to sign up for something in January or February
I haven't, though I've visited Sedona and it's amazing :)
If you are active on FB there are several Trail Running groups in the area that might have insight. I am planning to do the UltraVortex 50 mile in April.
Half marathon in Santa Cruz, CA at the end of October and a 10k with my best friends from college in Berkeley in November (we’re all Cal grads so this will be a special one)
Both of those sound fantastic, Cassandra! I've never run either, but I've visited both places and they're just the best. I love California 🙌 Have you run a lot out there?
Yeah I’m a South Bay native. Great place to run, especially in the fall. No humidity and nice views
Three of my favorite runs are coming up: the James River 5k - beautiful foliage along the river and through the Jamestown settlement (October); Williamsburg Turkey Trot through Colonial Williamsburg; and the Busch Gardens Christmas Town 8k through the park while decorated for Christmas. My running challenge is getting back in shape after a summer of travel including Iceland for the total eclipse and 2.5 weeks in Alaska. I can feel the pain of starting up again even before actually starting.
Wow, Dave! How was Iceland? (And your upcoming races sound like they'll be so much fun, btw)
i do an octoberfest 5 miler every year. its a pretty course with a path through the woods that typically has great fall foliage. then it ends at a brewery:) next weekend we have the hart miler which is a race on an island...we take a ferry over! i'm also contemplating a half somewhere but thats up in the air. have a great weekend everyone!
You know, it just occurred to me that you don't see a lot of 5-mile races out there, but it's a fantastic distance. There are TONS of 5Ks and 10Ks, and quite a few 10-milers, but the 5-mile distance sounds perfect (especially the older I get!)