Today I'm linking up with Erika at MCM Mama Runs, Marcia at Marcia’s Healthy Slice, and Patty at My no-guilt life for Tuesdays on the Run.Today the topic is How Often Do You Race?
My racing pattern lately averages about a race every 2 months.
So far this year I have run in 3 races (all half marathons) - Jail Break Run, Run Like A Diva, and Running with the Cows.
I have another 3 planned (mixed distances) - Baytown Bud Heatwave 5 mile, Southern Star Brewing Co. 5k, Houston Half Marathon.
I have to admit, I am looking for more! I would love to race at least once a month. I've been eyeing the Texas Bridge Series... 3 races, 3 months... with some big hills (over bridges).
Through my ambassadorship with Level Up Runs, I race in Virtual Runs once a month. The virtual runs do help with motivation and speed, but it isn't the same as toeing the line on race day.
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I think virtual runs are a great way to keep active and get a fun medal at the end! I don't really race in the summer due to the heat so I'm enjoying a little time off to work on building my base!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to do one of the Diva Races but could never find a location and date that fit in my schedule!
ReplyDeleteI am loving the Level up virtual runs to! It makes the hot summer running a lot more fun!
ReplyDeleteI don't really do virtual runs anymore - I don't need any more medals LOL. I'd like to race once or twice every month, but somehow I tend to go in streaks.
ReplyDeleteI think virtuals can be great motivation and hey why not?!
ReplyDeleteI definitely stick with lower mileage races in the summer.
ReplyDeleteThey are fun for a girls weekend.
ReplyDeleteYes, and my nieces/nephew love the medals!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to be able to work up to as many races as you do... impressive!
ReplyDeleteCrazy how I can run faster if I know it is for something ... lol
ReplyDeleteI've never done a virtual race -- I need the real thing! I do generally aim for about 1 a month, and actually around Oct-Dec last year I got crazy and raced almost every weekend. But I have nothing scheduled for August & probably won't because I don't like running in the heat!
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