It has only been a month since my last race and although I haven't done any running since the RNR Las Vegas Half, I have thought about 2011 and this year's must-do events. So here it is...Joyce's 2011 Race Calendar!
- Bay to Breakers: (May) The only event I've actually signed up for, and probably the funnest race I'll be doing this year! Costume ideas, anyone?
- Nike Women's Half Marathon: (October) Two words: Tiffany medal. Another two words: hot firemen. Done deal.
The end. One thing I learned from 2010 is that I need more time between races, so ideally, I will only do one event per quarter.
If I find that I need to do more events, I would also consider:
- Surf City: (February) The surfboard medal is fantastic and all participants (even the one-mile charity runners) will receive one!
- Run Chicago Half Marathon: (April) If this race goes down, it'll be a busy day...Red Wings-Blackhawks game is that afternoon.
- Disneyland Half Marathon: (September) I did this race last year and loved it!! But getting the castle medal is still on my list of things to do, so I might have to sign up for this one.
- Big Sur Half Marathon: (November) Competitor Magazine listed this race as the most scenic, and based on pictures I've seen, I'm sure it is absolutely breathtaking.
What races do you have lined up this year? Share please!
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Hood To Coast: The Review
When I was at the Rock 'N' Roll San Jose Expo last year, I briefly stopped at a booth that was promoting a documentary about runners. Well, that movie premiered yesterday - one night, one screening - at theaters across the country. Named after the race in which the film's subjects participated, Hood to Coast captures the spirit of runners as they prepare for the world's largest relay race. I had to watch it!
We all have different stories to tell and Hood to Coast does exactly that. The film follows four teams, each with a unique perspective and personality. From novice runners who prefer to drink beer than train (sounds familiar...) to experienced runners who face life's challenges to participate in a grueling 197-mile relay race, Hood to Coast takes viewers through the emotional highs and lows of endurance events.
If you didn't get a chance to watch the movie, here's a quick peek:
If and when Hood to Coast is released on DVD, I absolutely recommend it for runners and non-runners alike. You'll laugh, you'll cry and you'll definitely be inspired.
We all have different stories to tell and Hood to Coast does exactly that. The film follows four teams, each with a unique perspective and personality. From novice runners who prefer to drink beer than train (sounds familiar...) to experienced runners who face life's challenges to participate in a grueling 197-mile relay race, Hood to Coast takes viewers through the emotional highs and lows of endurance events.
If you didn't get a chance to watch the movie, here's a quick peek:
If and when Hood to Coast is released on DVD, I absolutely recommend it for runners and non-runners alike. You'll laugh, you'll cry and you'll definitely be inspired.
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