Harry's Blog
Harry
Hello, I have been running for About 5 years now! I live up on the Iron Range and do the majority of my runs up here, though I do run in races all over. I have run 8 marathons, and a few Half Marathons! Lately my focus has been on getting in more Half Marathons, because after running my first one in June 2012, I decided I loved the distance! Running is a huge part of my life, and I plan on doing it for many years to come. I love participating in races, they are always such a fun time and you can meet many interesting people at each event. I have met several runners over the years and have heard many interesting stories about their runs, and places they have traveled! Running is a great hobby that I feel most people can do, for me it is about competing with myself, and staying healthy at the same time!
Hello, I have been running for About 5 years now! I live up on the Iron Range and do the majority of my runs up here, though I do run in races all over. I have run 8 marathons, and a few Half Marathons! Lately my focus has been on getting in more Half Marathons, because after running my first one in June 2012, I decided I loved the distance! Running is a huge part of my life, and I plan on doing it for many years to come. I love participating in races, they are always such a fun time and you can meet many interesting people at each event. I have met several runners over the years and have heard many interesting stories about their runs, and places they have traveled! Running is a great hobby that I feel most people can do, for me it is about competing with myself, and staying healthy at the same time!
May 31, 2009: Sam I am first 10k done
Well this morning I ran my first 10k race, and it just had to rain. It was awesome though, a bit chilly at first but warmed up after a couple miles. It was mostly on a dirt road, so there was a little sinking and sliding in the mud, but most of the race it was pretty firm. I really enjoyed the 10k, and look forward to others. In training I don't push my self, so being out with other runners I was able to push my self to a 43:45 finish, which is about 4 minutes faster than when I do it on my own. The coordinators for this race also were very friendly, and easy to get along with. I got a chance to talk with some familiar faces, like David Hyopponen, who is always a great guy to talk to, and an awesome runner. I also met many other runners, who I will look forward to seeing at other races. That is a great part about small town races, meeting other runners in the less chaotic atmosphere. Can't wait for the next race!
Comments
Great job on your run - especially considering the conditions!
Yeah it was good meeting you Harry. Nice time too for your first 10K. Maybe I will see you at the Midnight Run.
great job
I loved this new little race...it was my friend Renee's 2nd race and she got a silver medal (so did I)
Our friend's baby has cancer so it felt really great to support this effort.
Good job Kandi!!!
Good for you Kandi! A silver medal is awesome ;-)
I had a great time talking with you also Harry.
I agree with you Kandi it was a great cause for a race!! Congrats on the silver medal!!
This definetly was a great race and for a great cause. I plan on attending again next year, there will probably even be a larger turn out. It was good meeting you also Nate, as of now I am planning on being there for the midnight run, it sounds really fun! You also won a silver medal Nate for the 25-29 age group, and David won a silver also for 2nd over-all. You guys had already left by the time they were handed out, they were cool medals I think the kids made, they are made out of play-doh I think, and then painted gold, silver or bronze! This was a great race and a fun time all around, even with the cold rain!