RUN RSVP: 10/28 @ Harris Teeter

You trained all summer, so you know what it is like to run in the heat.  Tomorrow you get a chance to run in near perfect temps.  It will 48F when you start, and it will be 48F when you finish.  This is what we dream for on race day.  The precipitation on the other hand. . .  well that is not what we are looking for.  It is calling for rain the entire run.

Now, before you decide, "I'm not running if it's raining", think about race day.  Will you skip the marathon if it is raining?  There is a pretty good chance you could hit a day just like today when you run OBX. In fact the have had more than one year when it poured rain.  So set the alarm, get out of bed, and enjoy your taper.

• Where: Saturday, 7:00 am @ Harris Teeter
• Supported: Yes
• Weather: Forecast
• Routes:  13.4 Miles (Easy to Modify) 

Again we have a 7:00 am start time because heat is not a worry, and this will allow for more daylight.  Starting early is fine, but please try to be back at the Teeter by 7:00 am.  This continues to work well.  I have to start early again because of soccer games.  If someone can handle fluids, it would be a big help.
I used the "dead-end" route, which I really like.  Not because I like running to a dead-end, but because it keeps the group together.  As always, if you need fewer miles, just eliminate some of the dead-ends.

Once again, consider tomorrow a "dress rehearsal" day for your marathon or half-marathon. lay out your gear tonight.  Plan your pre-run meal.  Assume that it is raining on race day.  How would you prepare?

If you are starting your taper. . . enjoy it.  If you are doing your last long run. . . make it a great one! PLEASE COMMENT IF YOU ARE RUNNING.