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Already Training for the Big Race

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The Pocono Mountains Run for the Red Marathon will no doubt be one of the biggest events this spring. I've already begun my training. No really, I have.  A couple extra nights on the treadmill is considered training, right? I finished with a respectable time last year, but I'll be looking to improve come May 16.

Runners can choose to run a marathon, a relay marathon or a 5K road race through town. The 5K, which is the event I'll be choosing, starts and ends at Stroudsburg High School. All participants receive a shirt and a goodie bag. Registration is $20 until April 23 when it becomes $25. Most importantly, all proceeds go to the American Red Cross of Monroe County.

I finished 160th place last year with just over a 9-minute mile pace.  I vow to crack the top 75 this year.  In truth, it doesn't matter where any of us finish. This 5K is all about friends and family, exercise and a good cause. I hope to see you there.

posted on: March 11, 2010 7:33 AM
by: Brent Postal


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