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Three marathon attempts in 28 days: Georgina, Bouge Bouge Verdun, and The Prince Edward County Marathon

Randy’s Race Report Summary After a disappointing and cramp-filled effort at the St. Lawrence Marathon in April, I quietly decided to try another one in September in Georgina, Ontario. I didn’t tell anyone about it, not even Ifi – and only told her a couple of weeks before the marathon. I devised my own trainingContinue reading “Three marathon attempts in 28 days: Georgina, Bouge Bouge Verdun, and The Prince Edward County Marathon”

Chase the Pace Miler

[Generated by AI}: After four decades away from competitive mile racing, I faced my fears at Ottawa’s Chase the Pace event, where adults could finally run the mile. Despite being the oldest participant, I finished respectably at 6:10.0. The event was well-organized and supported a good cause. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience worth recommending: other events and distances too!

2024 Courons Gatineau Race Report

A short report from our CER( Chief Executive Runner) Judy. This was the first year for this event which included a 5 km, a 2 km and a 10 km run all were chip timed by Sportstats. The courses were certified and flat! The results were determined by GUN TIME not by CHIP TIME. ThereContinue reading “2024 Courons Gatineau Race Report”