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~ JANUARY ~

SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 2012
Dolphin Dash 5K & 1 Mile: 8:00 a.m., Anna Maria Elementary, Holmes Beach, FL


SUNDAY, JANUARY 15, 2012 TampaRaces.com
Croom Zoom 100K, 50K, 25K Trail Runs: 100K at 6:00 a.m., 50K/25K at 7:00 a.m., Croom Park, Withlacoochee State Forest, Brooksville, FL
TampaRaces.com


SUNDAY, JANUARY 29, 2012 TampaRaces.com
Florida Challenge Half Marathon & 5K Trail Runs: Half Marathon at 8:00 a.m., 5K at 8:30 a.m., Alafia River State Park, Lithia, FL
TampaRaces.com



~ FEBRUARY ~

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2012
Rock 'n' Roll St. Pete
St. Pete Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon: Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg, FL
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Tour heads south this winter for the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll St. Pete Half Marathon on February 12. Offering sunshine, stunning waterfront vistas and a flat course, this event will rock runners from start to finish. So while most of the country is shoveling snow you can be rocking 13.1 miles in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Use our code to save $10 off your registration: RGIRL


SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2012 TampaRaces.com
Flatwoods 10 Mile & 5K Ramble: 10 Mile at 8:00 a.m., 5K at 8:15 a.m., Flatwoods Wilderness Park, Tampa, FL
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2012 RunBocaGrande.com
Boca Grande 5K: 7:30 a.m., Gasparilla Island, Boca Grande, FL
Run in Paradise - Start at the Boca Grande Community Center, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. You'll see beautiful views of Charlotte Harbor, run past the famous Gasparilla Inn, along scenic Gilchrist Avenue which is lined with palm trees and run on beautiful Banyan Street, named for the very large trees that line both sides of the street.
RunBocaGrande.com


SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2012 Take Stock 10K, 5K, Fun Run
3rd Annual Take Stock in Children of Manatee County 10K, 5K, Fun Run: 7:30 a.m., Lakewood Ranch Main Street, Bradenton, FL
All proceeds from Take Stock in Children’s 10K/5K/Fun Run benefit Take Stock in Children Scholarship and Mentor Program.
Click here for registration details.
Contact: lynches4@gmail.com or 941.713.8935


SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2012
Disney's Princess Half Marathon: 5:45 a.m., Orlando, FL



~ MARCH ~

SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 2012
Gasparilla Distance Classic 15K & 5K: 15K at 7:05 a.m., 5K at 9:30 a.m., Tampa, FL


SUNDAY, MARCH 4, 2012
Gasparilla Distance Classic Half Marathon & 8K: Half Marathon at 6:00 a.m., 8K at 9:00 a.m., Tampa, FL


SUNDAY, MARCH 11, 2012 Sarasota Half and Relay
First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon & Relay: 7:00 a.m., Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, Sarasota, FL
Come enjoy tropical beauty, a moderate climate, great dining and shopping, and one of Florida's favorite races this winter. Starting from the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, you will enjoy vistas of beautiful Sarasota Bay, white sand beaches, ten parks, and some of Sarasota's most gorgeous neighborhoods.
Contact: info@sarasotahalfmarathon.com
SarasotaHalfMarathon.com
Use our code to save $5 off your registration: SHMRG


SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2012
Fountain of Youth 5K Run and Kids' Races: 5K run at 8:00 a.m., Kids' races start at 8:45 a.m., North Port, FL
To benefit the North Port YMCA and the Arthritis Foundation of North Port.
Click here for the entry form or register online


SUNDAY, MARCH 25, 2012 TampaRaces.com
XTERRA Trout Creek Trail Run 15K & 5K: 8:30 a.m., Trout Creek Wilderness Park, Thonotosassa, FL
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~ APRIL ~


SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2012
TampaRaces.com
Croom Trail 50 Mile, 50K, & 16 Mile Fool Run: 50 Mile at 6:00 a.m., 50K/16 Mile at 7:00 a.m., Croom Park, Withlacoochee State Forest, Brooksville, FL
TampaRaces.com


SUNDAY, APRIL 29, 2012 TampaRaces.com
XTERRA The CLAW 10 Mile & 5 Mile Adventure Run: 7:30 a.m., Alafia River State Park, Lithia, FL
TampaRaces.com



~ MAY ~


SATURDAY, MAY 5, 2012
IslandRun.com
Island Run 5K & 1 Mile: 8:00 a.m., Bayfront Park, Anna Maria Island, FL
Build Better Kids - The Island Run benefits The Children's Academy of Southwest Florida, Inc., a not-for-profit United Way agency. Enjoy a sunrise overlooking Tampa Bay and a picture-perfect Florida sunset to long remember on the Gulf of Mexico without ever having to leave the island. Your Piece of Paradise, "An Island In The Sun" ...Anna Maria Island, Florida.
IslandRun.com


FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2012 TampaRaces.com
Picnic Island Adventure Run: 6:45 p.m., Picnic Island, Tampa, FL
This off-road course is roughly 3.6 miles and has added challenges that may include getting your feet wet, crawling under a cargo net and jumping or climbing over obstacles. We just about guarantee this to be the most fun you have had at any race!
TampaRaces.com



~ JUNE ~

SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 2011
Spring into Summer 5K: 8:00 a.m., Al Lopez Park, Tampa, FL
Click here to register online. Click here to download a registration application.


FRIDAY, JUNE 15, 2012 TampaRaces.com
Picnic Island Adventure Run: 6:45 p.m., Picnic Island, Tampa, FL
This off-road course is roughly 3.6 miles and has added challenges that may include getting your feet wet, crawling under a cargo net and jumping or climbing over obstacles. We just about guarantee this to be the most fun you have had at any race!
TampaRaces.com



~ JULY ~

FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2012
TampaRaces.com
Picnic Island Adventure Run: 6:45 p.m., Picnic Island, Tampa, FL
This off-road course is roughly 3.6 miles and has added challenges that may include getting your feet wet, crawling under a cargo net and jumping or climbing over obstacles. We just about guarantee this to be the most fun you have had at any race!
TampaRaces.com



~ AUGUST ~




~ SEPTEMBER ~

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2012

20th Annual Canes Cross Country Classic 5K & 1 Mile: 8:00 a.m., G.T. Bray Park, Bradenton, FL
The Manatee Hurricanes Cross Country Team presents Southwest Florida's preeminent 5K Cross Country race. Great refreshments, awards, door prizes, and unique shirt designs. Part of the On A Shoestring / BRC racing series. Chip timed. Open to all ages and abilities. Run a fast time on a great cross country course. A great LABOR DAY tradition.
CanesClassic.com


SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2011 5K Run to Rebuild Monson
The Run to Rebuild Monson 5K Run/Walk: 5K run at 9:30 a.m., 5K walk at 9:40 a.m., Monson High School, Monson MA
5k run and walk to benefit the town of Monson, Massachusetts that was devastated by the June 1, 2011 tornado. All proceeds will go to the Monson Savings Bank Tornado Relief Fund. All runners and walkers are welcome. Kids under 8 are free! Registration: 7:30-9:00 a.m.
5K Run: $20 pre-registered / $25 same day registration. 5K Walk: $15 pre-registered / $20 same day registration. Family: $50 for a family of 4 or more.
Awards for the top male & female and age groups. Join The Run to Rebuild Monson group on facebook.
Register online or click here for the entry form.
Contact: Shannon Byrnes - theruntorebuildmonson@gmail.com or Shannonjb21@yahoo.com
Results:   2011


SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2011
University Park Country Club 4 Mile Cross Country Run to benefit the 9/11 Emergency Services Memorial Fund: 7:30 a.m., University Park Country Club, Sarasota, FL
A mild 4-mile cross country run plus kids' races
Click here for the entry form
Contact: Fit2Run - info@fit2run.com, 941.358.5100
Results:   2010   2009


SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2011 RunBocaGrande.com
Gasparilla Island 4 Mile Run & Fun Walk: 7:30 a.m., Gasparilla Island, Boca Grande, FL
Run in Paradise - Start at the Boca Grande Community Center, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. You'll see beautiful views of Charlotte Harbor, run past the famous Gasparilla Inn, along scenic Gilchrist Avenue which is lined with palm trees and run on beautiful Banyan Street, named for the very large trees that line both sides of the street.
RunBocaGrande.com


~ OCTOBER ~



SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2011
Creaky Bones 5K Sarasota
Sarasota Creaky Bones V - 5K, 1 Mile, & Kid's Monster Dashes: 5:00 p.m., Nathan Benderson Park, Sarasota, FL
Kids Monster Dashes (100 meters to 800 meters depending on age), 1 Mile Pet Friendly Fitness Walk, & a 5K - something for everyone! Click here for entry form or register online.
Contact: Doug Schiller - dschiller@arthritis.org, Arthritis Foundation, 410 12th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205; 941.708.3901
Results:   2011   2010   2009   2008   2007


THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2011 Creaky Bones 5K St. Pete
St. Pete Creaky Bones VII - 5K, 1 Mile, & Kid's Monster Dashes: 7:00 p.m., The Pier, St. Petersburg, FL
Kids Monster Dashes, 1 Mile Fitness Walk, & a 5K - something for everyone! Click here for the race flyer or register online.
Contact: Doug Schiller - dschiller@arthritis.org, Arthritis Foundation, 410 12th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205; 941.708.3901
Results:   2011   2010   2009


SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2011
Boo Run 5K: 8:00 a.m., Lakewood Ranch Main Street, Bradenton, FL
5K Run & Walk at 8:00 a.m., Boo Dash Fun Run at 8:45 a.m.



~ NOVEMBER ~


SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2011
TampaRaces.com
XTERRA Wildhorse Half Marathon, 10 Mile, 10K, 4 Mile: Half Marathon & 10K at 8:00 a.m., 10 Mile & 4 Mile at 8:10 a.m., Keith Waller Park, Dover, FL
TampaRaces.com


SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2011 Run MTI 5K
3rd Annual MTI Law Enforcement Academy Veteran's Day Challenge 5K or 1 Mile Walk: 7:30 a.m., MTI East Campus, 5540 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL
Click here for the race flyer or register online
Contact: Pat Proudler - proudlerp@fc.manatee.k12.fl.us, 941.751.8479, ext. 2015


SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2011
Monson Memorial Classic Half Marathon, 5K, & 2 Mile: Half Marathon at 12:00 noon, 5K at 12:15 p.m., & 2 Mile at 12:30 p.m. Monson, MA
Certified Half Marathon & 5K courses plus prize money! The toughest and most scenic half marathon you'll find!
MonsonMemorialClassic.com


SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2011 TampaRaces.com
X-Country Marathon, 30K, Half Marathon, & 5K: Marathon & 30K at 7:30 a.m., Half Marathon at 8:00 a.m., 5K at 8:30 a.m., Alafia River State Park, Lithia, FL
TampaRaces.com



~ DECEMBER ~

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2011
Jingle Bell Run Bradenton
16th Annual Jingle Bell Run/Walk 5K & 1 Mile: 5K at 7:00 p.m., 1 Mile at 7:10 p.m., 8131 Lakewood Ranch Main Street, Bradenton, FL
Registration begins at 5:00 p.m.
Be a part of the largest run/walk in Manatee and Sarasota Counties. Commemorative long sleeve shirt and jingle bells w/laces. Music, food, vendors, Santa, kids zone, VIP tent, plus a 5K and 1 Mile to run or walk. Register online or print the entry form today! Guarantee your shirt size by pre-registering.
Contact: Lee Lewis, Arthritis Foundation, 410 12th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205; 941.708.3901; llewis@arthritis.org
Click this link to join Team RunnerGirl at the 2011 Jingle Bell Run!
* December 13, 2011 - Due to overwhelming response we must close registration. We have reached maximum capacity for the 2011 Jingle Bell Run. Thank you all for your support! *


SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2011
Manatee River Run RRCA-FL 5 Mile State Championship: 9:00 a.m., Emerson Point Park, Snead Island, Palmetto, FL
Click here for the entry form   |   Click here to register online





Balancing Training & Racing: You like to race, but you know it can take its toll on your body. How much racing can you safely throw into your training program? It depends on what your training goals are and how you plan to use racing. If you’re training for one big, season-ending event (like a half marathon or a marathon), you generally shouldn't race more than once every two weeks. If you like to substitute a race for your regular speedwork, alternating weeks is probably still a good idea since racing too often is one of the most common causes of overtraining and staleness. No matter how you use racing in your training schedule, remember that race recovery is extremely important. Tip: Follow your races with a recovery period that totals one day for each mile you race. For example if you race a 5-K (3.1 miles), don’t do any hard training until 3 days have passed.

Know the Course, Calm Your Nerves: Before a race, get to know the course if you don't already. Run part of it as a warm-up, drive it in your car, or ask a few race veterans to describe it for you in detail. Knowing what's in store can help calm your nerves.


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