Before the school year starts up again, run one of these great races in and around the Twin Cities.
From 5k’s, 10k’s and half marathons, to mud runs, pet runs and several charity events. The list below surely has something you’ll want to check out. If you’re running a fall marathon, try running a 10k as a tune up. It’s a great way to test the ol’ legs out before the big day.
Note: races updated to current year.
Perhaps it’s a scratchy throat that signals you’ve caught a bug. Or maybe a pounding headache is your first clue that something’s not quite right. Whatever it is that indicates you’re starting to get sick, it’s never a welcome sign. As people who tend to be goal-oriented, we runners are understandably frustrated when we come down with something. Taking a sick day can throw off your racing plans. On the other hand, trying to train when facing a serious illness can leave you even worse off. Deciding between running and resting is tricky. How do you know if you’re really too sick to run? While every scenario is slightly different, there are some clear signs that indicate it’s time to take a break. Here are 5 signs you’re too sick to run.
In 2017 Minneapolis Running chronicled the Breaking B.Q. attempt for four runners attempting to qualify for Boston. For myself, it did not go well missing my 3:10 goal at both Grandma’s and Twin Cities marathons. After my 2017 B.Q. attempt, I knew I wasn’t done. Here’s how I BQed on my third attempt at the Chicago Marathon.
Whether you’ve accomplished your big audacious goals, are learning to embrace failures, or are mapping out big plans for 2019, a fun December race is a great way to reset after a long season of training and racing.
