Top 10 Running Events of 2011:
10. Roommate Reunion Run
2011 got off to a fun start! My college roommates and I ran the Surf City half marathon in Newport Beach. Not only was it my fastest half in a couple of years, but it was also fun reminiscing with my roomies!
9. Ragnar & RTO Relays
Run, Sleep?, Repeat. Gotta love the 24-hour relays! I was lucky enough to run on 2 teams last spring. In April I ran the So Cal Ragnar. Then I ran the RTO again last June.
8. Tahoe Trail Runs
Summer took a turn for the best! I ran some of the most challenging and scenic trails in Tahoe. I met up with my new Tahoe running friends (see #2) almost every Sunday. Rach and I also logged some amazing trail runs while we were camping at Nevada Beach.
7. Running Reads
When I wasn't running, I was most likely reading about running. Some of my favs were Born to Run and Mile Markers. I have since added Leadville and Austin to my places to run someday!
6. Book Idea
My book idea was set in motion last spring. After being inspired by Kristin Armstrong (see #7), I started to put some ideas down on paper. It's far from complete, but someday you might see my name on the shelves of Barnes & Noble!
5. Winning the Big Blue Trail Series
Consistency is the key! I only won one Big Blue race (the Emerald Bay Trail Race), but consistently placing in the top 5 landed me a new pair of Salomon trail runners! But winning isn't everything. ;) I love the Big Blue races! They are low-key, and the venues can't be beat!
4. 100 Mile Week
Before moving up to my new age group, I completed the challenge of running 100 miles in a week. We (Thanks for joining me, Karla!) watched my Garmin log 100 miles after an easy 10-miler on the morning of my 40th birthday. Then we celebrated with a spa day!
3. Half marathon & 5K PRs
Last fall was very inspiring! Not only did I PR back-to-back in the half (Bizz & WHM), but I also ran under 22 minutes (also a PR) in the 5K a couple of times (September race & Trick or Treat race).
2. New Running Buddies
Running loves company, and the Reno running community rocks! I am so grateful for the new running friends that I made throughout the year.
1. My Blog
I never thought of becoming a blogger. Thanks to the WHM for recruiting me and helping me get started! I have enjoyed it more than I ever imagined and look forward to many more posts.
Well, that's about it for 2011! Here's to a fun (and fast) 2012!
Cheers!
