Brondykes Doing Amazing Things!

Last weekend Brent and Debi ran the Crystal Coast Half Marathon together. Once again, this race had a rainy day, but nothing like the inaugural year when volunteers had to tie themselves down on the bridge!

Debi and Brent ran together the entire race and finished with an impressive time of 2:15:35. This is a PR for Debi, and earned 13th place in her age group. Great job Debi!

Yesterday, Brent celebrated his birthday with a "Birthday Run". Five years ago Brent got the idea to run his age. After finishing the run, he decided that it would better to make this something he does every five years (rather than an annual event). This year Brent turned 45. . . and yes, he ran 45 miles!

Under-trained as he was, he still set out towards Spring Hope on foot at 6:00 am. At 3:40 pm, he arrived back at the school with 45 miles on his feet. That is nine hours and 40 minutes of running! He stopped for drinks at gas stations and restaurants but never walked. For the time he was moving, his pace averaged about 12 minutes per mile. Very impressive Brent! Can't wait to see how things go when you turn 50.