by Michele | Jun 4, 2013 | Adventures, Running
It’s not a bad idea to train for a triathlon before participating in one. Even if it’s a sprint triathlon and even if you’re in decent shape. Just a little training – nothing crazy. Maybe hop on a bike and go swimming a few times before the...
by Michele | Apr 21, 2013 | Running, Volunteer
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) and Tampa Bay is turning teal to raise awareness about sexual violence and to raise funds to support Take Back the Night (TBTN). #TurnTampaBayTeal #TBTN2013 Read #TurnTampaBayTeal for SAAM for more details on Sexual...
by Michele | Mar 5, 2013 | Adventures, Running
<<< Read Gasparilla Distance Classic 2013 – Michelob Ultra Challenge Day 1 Gasparilla Race Day 2 The Half Marathon (13.1 miles) 3:30 AM wake-up call to begin the half marathon at 6:00 AM. Although we were sore and tired, we still tried to stay upbeat!...
by Michele | Feb 26, 2013 | Adventures, Running
When Eric and I learned about the Gasparilla Michelob Ultra Challenge two years ago, we agreed that the people who run those races are crazy. After all, who wants to run a 15K, 5K, Half Marathon, and 8K in two days? Not only did they have to run that far, but they had...
by Michele | Feb 25, 2013 | Running
For the first time ever, we registered for the Michelob Ultra Challenge of the Gasparilla Distance Classic. That’s four events over two days, for a total of 30.1 miles. Saturday: 15K (9.3 miles) 5K (3.1 miles) Sunday: Half Marathon (13.1 miles) 5K + 3K (4.97...
by Michele | Feb 10, 2013 | Running
What a fun experience! This year’s Rock n Roll St. Pete Half Marathon was our second half marathon to date. It was also our second Rock n Roll event and it did not disappoint. We began the race at Tropicana Field in Corral 5. Each wave of the start line was sent...