During the spring break, we visited our family in Auburn, AL, and there was an inaugural 5K taking place (3/30/2013). The college kids organized the race as a fundraiser for Make-a-Wish Foundation at the campus of Auburn University. Although I already met my quota for one race a month by running the Suffolk half marathon … Continue reading →
This was my fourth participation in the race and we had the best weather ever I can remember. Other years, it was either drizzling, or freezing, or both. Everybody was commenting on how the weather was great. The size of the field also reflected that fact. The starting line for both, the 5K run and … Continue reading →
Winter Race Long Beach was severely hit by hurricane Sandy and I wanted to contribute by participating in a race there. I got the opportunity in February. Although, I ran this race just to test my ability, as I was struggling with some cold that later, in December, transformed in a sinus infection. I was … Continue reading →
I have always been lucky to have a companion who would travel with me for the marathon trips. Having a designated driver, not participating in the marathon allowed me to book a hotel further away from the frenzy of the event and have an easy access to the start line. For the Philadelphia marathon, the … Continue reading →
