Minneapolis Running has Retired

After six glorious years, Minneapolis Running has been retired. Between a cross-country move and four young kids, our priorities have shifted to new opportunities and new projects. We want to thank the readers, contributors, and sponsors for all the support along the way. Keep running and remember, you’re probably faster than you think you are!
Learn More...
June super summer runner winners

June Super Summer Runner Challenge Winners

,

Summer is flying by far too quickly. While you may have had to swim through June, at least you were getting in some cross training (terrible weather related running joke). We held a friendly competition last month, and whether or not you participated, it’s important to continue to include these four essential elements as you train for your next race.

  1. Core/Strength
  2. Speed
  3. Rest/Easy Days
  4. Sleep

Some Stats

Almost 100 of you participated, and there are some fun stats to report.

The most miles were run by “Tony” who nailed 181! “Natalie C” slept very well in June, and got at least 7.5 hours of sleep 29 out of 30 days – WOW! When averaged out for the whole group however, collectively we’re only getting 7.5 or more hours of sleep less than one night a week.

“Natalie C” was also the speed work leader (along with “Kathy“) with 16 workouts. “need2tri” and “Chris O” both had 17 rest/easy days. See the complete results.

Thank You

A big thank you to the business and organizations who donated the prizes. Visit them in person or online!

The Winners

If you see your name on the list below, be on the lookout for another email about how to claim your prize.

Name

Runner Number

Marisa365.13
NJen335
christineolson316.9
Michaela315
kko312.76
Kirsten B.287.4
Zach R284.11
Robby Cecil215.58
Tap204
Corrie134
Saul121.8
Corrie120.55

July Challenge

Make sure to join the July Grand Rounds Challenge and submit your running pics for the virtual city tour.

Nathan Freeburg

Nathan started running when he was 14. 20+ years later, he's still going. When he's not running, he enjoys exploring the city with his son, finding new restaurants with his wife, traveling, or backpacking. He loves dark beer, dark chocolate, and dark coffee.Nathan currently lives in Portland, Oregon, but works in Minneapolis and runs wherever he is. Favorite Minnesota running route is anything that takes him along the Mississippi River. Race Results.Nathan's day job is a Consultant with Leadership Vision in Downtown Minneapolis.

→ Nathan Freeburg

Related Posts

sick day

, /

Too Sick to Run? How to Know What’s Best for Your Body

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.

BQ in Chicago

, /

Third Time’s the Charm in Chicago: A Breaking BQ Project Update

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.

postpartrum run w/ shalane

, /

My First Postpartum Run was with Shalane Flanagan

In August, professional runner Shalane Flanagan announced to the world that she was running the NYC Marathon in 2018 and she launched her second cookbook, Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow which she co-wrote with her friend and natural foods chef, Elyse Kopecky the same day. At the time, I was just over six weeks postpartum, and I was very slow. Still, my husband and I jumped at the chance to celebrate the launch of their new cookbook at a local event. When one of us had the option to run in a “Fun Run” with Shalane and Elyse, he and I both knew that this was my “race” to run, and he cheered me on with our infant daughter strapped to him in the Ergo baby. As I watched Shalane fight for 3rd place in last weekend’s New York City Marathon, I found myself reflecting on that August “fun run” and what it meant to me.

About

About Minneapolis Running
Contact
Shop