BMO Marathon- Race Week Tips

BMO Race week tipsThe Virtual BMO Vancouver Marathon kicks off this Saturday, May 1, 2021 runner may enjoy a virtual race and run from anywhere, anytime from May 1 to 31, 2021.  I am thrilled to have partnered up with two amazing local Mammas & running enthusiasts to share some of our top race week tips.

I know that the week leading up to a race can bring unexpected anxiety, no matter how thoroughly we train.  Despite all the long runs we have completed and how strong we feel, running lower mileage during taper brings its fair share of uncertainties. Read on for some great race tips from my experience as well as from other extraordinary women.

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2019 St. Patricks Day 5km- Race Recap

St. Patty 5kmLast Saturday March 16, 2019  I  participated 3rd BMO St. Patrick’s Day 5km as part of The Great Little Box Companies Corporate team.  This is the perfect event if you like like running/ walking , having fun…..Oh, and Beer!  Read on for my race recap.

High profile sponsors like BMO, Running Room, Saucony, and Granville Island Brewing helped to make this race a top-notch event.  A team from the Stanley Park Ecological Society  held a bag check by donation, which I understand was well managed with reasonable lines.

Race communication and directions were clear and concise.  With limited parking and road closures  participants were encouraged to  take public transportation, or park outside the park. 

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2018 BMO Half Marathon- Race Recap

2018 BMO half Race RecapYesterday  I completed my 3rd BMO  half-marathon.  Voted Vancouver’s best, the BMO Vancouver Half Marathon is an extremely fast course.  From start to finish this race is top rate,  taking you through different neighborhoods on your journey to the Finish Line.  Chinatown to  Yaletown, to the beautiful West End.  You experience historic landmarks, breathtaking views, vibrant communities, and my personal favorite, thousands of spectators cheering you towards the  finish line!

Read on for this years race review and personal highlight.

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2018 BMO St. Patrick’s Day 5km- Race Recap

2018 BMO St. Patrick's Day 5kmLast Saturday March 17, 2018  I  put a little Irish in my step and participated in my second BMO St. Patrick’s Day 5km This is the perfect event if you like like running/ walking , having fun,  and Beer!  Read on for my race recap.

High profile sponsors like BMO, Running Room, Saucony, and Granville Island Brewing helped to make this race a top-notch event.  A team from the Stanley Park Ecological Society  held a bag check by donation, which I understand was well managed with reasonable lines.

Race communication and directions were clear and concise.  With limited parking and road closures  participants were encouraged to  take public transportation,Mobi bike, carpool or park outside the park.  Mobi provided a Free 24 hour race day pass to all participants and Evo provided a free trial with 45 minutes of driving included.

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Gift Ideas for the Runner on your Nice List

Gift ideas for Runners

With just over a week till Christmas you might be scrambling  to finish your holiday shopping.   If you have a runner on your Christmas list and have no idea what to get them, do not fear!   Below is a list of thoughtful and fun gift ideas, whatever your budget. Continue reading