I have developed a minor fear of commitment over the past few months. Last year I had to cancel 2 events that I had registered for due to a Mononucleosis relapse in May, 2010. The first was the CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge. The second was Ironman Mooseman 70.3. On a positive note, my relapse was largely attributable to a terrific long weekend cycling around the San Francisco bay area and Sonoma County wine country capped off with the 99th Bay to Breakers 12K run.
Despite the effect the illness had on my training, I did complete a few events in the second half of 2010 including: Lexington Family Services 5K, Pine Bush Triathlon, Crystal Lake Triathlon, Warrior Dash, and the Christopher Daly Turkey Trot.
It is time for me to start committing again. My run mileage is consistant and the early sunrise is conducive to training before work. The simple fact is: I truly love participating in events - if I have a trip planned, chances are I'll look for a local race to get me out and about while traveling. As a matter of fact, I just found a race in Potivin, Iowa to participate in when we head out that way for a family event.
The other reason that I pre-register for races and events: MOTIVATION!!!
This year, I will finally get to run the CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge!
Here is my current list of planned races for May and June:
May 1: Literacy 5K Run/Walk
May 19: CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge
June 11: Lexington 5K Run/Walk
June 26: Adirondack Distance Run
I'll also be at a few events cheering on my husband:
May 29: Cooperstown Triathlon
June 12: Hudson Crossing Triathlon
I am always looking for new events so if you would like JFA HeLP to come to your event as a participant , volunteer, or cheerleader, please let us know!
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