In the winter of 2011, I came up with the bright idea of running the ING NY Marathon
again in 2014, but without the burden of fundraising. Plus it would be a reason for multiple trips to NYC throughout the year. I signed up for the NYRR 9+1 program where you run 9 races and volunteer at 1.
My first race of the 9+1 series got completely snowed out in January, switching it to a non-timed run. Being from Georgia, the idea of running a half-marathon in January in pouring snow was a no-go, and I stayed in bed but took credit for the race! I have only run one race in the snow and I have no desire for a repeat.
My favorite race so far has been the Brooklyn half-marathon this May:
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| At the start |
The race started by going through some Brooklyn parks and then headed up Ocean Avenue towards a fantastic Coney Island finish:
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| Famous Nathan's |
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| Coney Island! |
A big thank you to Brandon who hosts all my visits and keeps me entertained!! This is us enjoying a post-run Coney Island brew!!
As of September 15th (tomorrow) I will only have 2 races to go!! 7+1 check!
