Category: Race Review

Inaugural Big Pirate Run- Swashbuckling fun!

Big Pirate RunIf we are social media friends, then you know that we had a Swashbuckling good time this past Sunday and the Big Fun Race Series first inaugural Big Pirate run at Gary point park.  Its no secret that I LOVE me a good costume and or fun run so this was a obvious choice, and not my first Big Fun race, you can read about last years Big Elf run here.

If you are looking for a fun affordable and inclusive fitness family event, then the Big Fun Race Series  events are perfect for you.  Open to all fitness levels the offer a wide range of options for all fitness levels.

The event included  1-3km Little Pirates run, and 5km, 10km, 15km, and 21.1km….so really something for everyone.

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The BMO Marathon- It more than just a race

The best thing about a race is the opportunity to really test yourself… ok that’s a lie, the best thing is the energy of the running community and the inspiring display of humanity, followed up with a post-race celebratory beer and your favorite meal with friends or family.

This past Sunday I completed my 6th BMO Marathon Event, and historically I always post a race recap to help you decide if it’s the right race for you.   Things like if there are lot of hills or uneven surfaces,  Or if they skimp on porta potties.  All the things that matter, and of course detail about how the race went for me.

This year instead of the same tired race recap I am going to share a few of my favorite memories from BMO events over the last six year, highlighting what makes it more than just a race.

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2021- BIG ELF Run RACE RECAP

This was my first year participating in the Big Fun Run Series- Big Elf Run 10km.  What better way to kick off the festive season then running with a group of elves?!   In addition to an Elf hat. Entrants receive a custom elf name and unique race medal that can double as Christmas ornament. From here on in you can call me Sweetcheeks Gift-Love Continue reading →

2021 Granville Island Turkey Trot- My Return to Racing

Return to racing

Photos By: RunVan

Monday October 11, 2021 was officially my return to racing.  I participated in the Granville Island Turkey Trot. This run has all my favorite “F” words….it’s a Family Friendly, Fun 10K run/walk hosted by RUNVAN.®

It’s a beautiful 10KM course that starts at Granville Island and loops over the Burrard Bridge to the north side Seawall before turning at Science World and heading back along the south side Seawall, finishing at Performance Works on Granville Island.

The last time I laced up my running shoes and toed the starting line with others for The Santa Run on November 28, 2019… Gosh, could it really have been that long ago?  Read on for my return to racing mindset.

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2019 Santa Run- Race Recap

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2019 Santa run 5kmThis was my first year  participating in the The BC Professional Firefighters’ Burn Fund  5km Santa Run.  Sweets (My toddler)  and I missed our annual Turkey Trot tradition,  so  this seemed like the perfect opportunity to make up our missed 5km.  Fire fighters, Santa, and running….. what could be better for a 3.5 year old boy?!  Read on for my race recap.

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