RUN RSVP: Saturday 10/20

Time for the "BIG ONE" everybody. That's right 20 miles! Based on email responses, it appears everyone will be running in Rocky Mount this weekend, so I look forward to seeing a big crowd at the Harris Teeter Saturday Morning.

The 20 mile run is the biggest single challenge of your marathon training. For this reason, I want you to be able to count on your team to get you through it. Unlike Richmond, we do not have 1000+ runners on you training team, so if we just do a big loop, many of us would do the run entirely alone. To avoid that, we are going to do a triple loop route. I encourage you to reverse your route on one of the three loops.

Those following the half marathon training plan should do six miles today. You can use the route below and walk in the last bit if needed.

Run Details:

• Day: Saturday @ 7:00 a.m.
• Where: Harris Teeter
  
• Route: 6.67 miles x 3
  
• Supported: Yes - Powerarde, Water, Gels, Pretzels, and Gummy Bears
  
• Weather: Forecast

I picked this route for three reasons:

1. It has a few hills which are hard to find in Rocky Mount. This route will somewhat simulate the race in Richmond.
2. It allows for runners to hit the fluid stop six times, ensuring you are well supported the entire 20 miles.
3. It allows you to see your teammates. Take advantage of this and be sure to cheer.

I know a few people need to leave immediately after the run for other obligations. I had planned to pick up coffee and bagels for a post run celebration. Please let me know in the RSVP if you will not be there after the run.