Since I'm tapering for the Austin Marathon, which is in 6 short days, I skipped the Bronx Half Marathon yesterday. Of course, the one I skip would be the nicest weather New York has seen for a February race in years! I've had a lot of fun reading all the race reports, but I'm a little [...]
February 2009
East River Park – A Star!
February 6, 2009 – Posted in: East River ParkLast night was the big Red Bull Snowscrapers snowboard competition at my main running spot, East River Park. I've seen estimates of 10,000 and 20,000 people in attendance. Amazing, considering it was something like 15 F last night. Check out this amazing picture of the snowboard ramp and the packed-in crowd.
What happened to Brooklyn?
February 6, 2009 – Posted in: NYRR runningThanks to Run Dangerously, I see that the Brooklyn Half Marathon date is again up in the air for 2009. I, for one, would love to see it moved back to March, or even April, where it belongs. I've already bemoaned the original May 30 date. Who knows what's going on. On a related note, [...]
Taper mode!
February 6, 2009 – Posted in: Austin Marathon 2009 running Speed WorkoutIn taper mode for the Austin Marathon, which is in 9 days. Last run was Tuesday nights speed workout in Central Park in the snow! Central park was absolutely stunning after the storm we had Tuesday. At least 5 inches of snow everywhere! The road was sort of plowed, but still snow covered and pretty [...]
Final long run before Austin Marathon
February 2, 2009 – Posted in: Austin Marathon 2009 runningWith proper planning, was able to do the long run on a beautiful day yesterday. Started out at 11am with temps in the upper 30's. By the end, it was 51 degrees. Therefore, weather was not a factor, as it has been so much in the last month. My route took me down 1st Ave [...]
