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[curtdenham71]

Still a little chilly but it was awesome to get to ride outside. #ridepactimo #picklejuice #teamroadid #pactimo #picklepower #itswhoiam #teamgreen #pactimobrandambassador #stopmusclecramps #optoutside #getoutside #pactimo_official https://www.instagram.com/p/CadKKnqu7EF/?utm_medium=tumblr

[forwardtillthefinish]

One City Half Marathon Recap

Last year, I won an entry to the One City Marathon Relay. Already dealing with injuries and an over crowded schedule, my relay partner and I decided to defer to this year. In deferring there was an option to run the half which seemed like more fun than doing the relay.

I didn’t think to stay in Newport News the night before and really figured that I could just drive down the morning of and then back post race. Due to being pretty close to Richmond, this plan worked out just fine.

I arrived to the parking garage around 5:45pm and met up with Anne before hitting the bus. Shoutout to Anne for picking up my packet for me the day before. It was a busy weekend so I went into the weekend not as on it as I normally am. From the garage, we walked over to the line of buses and were directed by volunteers to the right bus.

One City is a point to point (which is impressive for a full marathon when you think about it) so the half, relay and marathon buses were going to different spots. The half went to a local high school which meant the building was open, warm and had real bathrooms.

I guess I didn’t realize how small this race was going to be but it was a nice change of pace to just migrate to the start line right before the race. Maybe less than 5 minutes later we were off. Of course I ended up towards the back but I wasn’t too worried about that because I wanted to look at this race as the first of many long runs working towards Three Days at the Fair.

The course did not have a ton of spectators or even scenery but it was nice and flat, we’ll supported by volunteers and the Newport News Police Department. I’m pretty sure there were two- three officers at each intersection. Near CNU campus, a man tried to pull out near me and an officer literally sprinted towards the driver to get them to redirect. Throughout the race, there were bikers that were checking in with the back of the half and notified us when the marathon front runners were coming behind us. I greatly appreciated that level of support.

Also, SO MANY CONES. I have never seen a full 13.1 mile course with that many cones. Y’all it was wild. I don’t know how or where they would event store that many.

The last mile or so was interesting as the 8k, half and full marathon merged. It really would only be an issue for someone who is a slower half marathoner or a speedy marathoner. And before I knew it, you turned a quick corner and there was the finish.

I had originally planned to grab some food and one beer and head home but the after party really sucked me in. I caught up with a woman that I met in the first couple miles of the race, talked to some friends from VA Beach and decided which food trucks to get my runner food from. There was a pizza truck, taco truck, baked goods and other options.

The recovery tent had samples of deodorant, a make your own trail mix station AND had at least 8 massage therapists with real tables so that people could get a massage without being in line or a waiting list. I got one of the best post race massages I have ever gotten at a finish line. It made my car ride home so much less miserable. There were even a ton of yoga mats and foam rollers if you wanted to use them.

I found some other Richmond runners and had another beer and some more food. We found spots to sit in the tent where there was a DJ. He did a great job of entertaining the runners and small children of the runners with a Frozen mix. Sounds lame but it lead to a dance and sing a long.

I shuffled to my car (which was perfectly positioned like a block away) and rode home. I later looked at my pace, and time and reflected on how I felt. And honestly, I felt good, pushed when I felt like it and ultimately felt in control of my race. Not my fastest or slowest but I am quite satisfied and would recommend this race to anyone looking for a easy going half with solid support and finish line party.

[jeldyap]

Taking advantage of the sun to do some road run with my #cloudflash 😀😀😀 @on_running #BetterYourMile #OnRunCrew #OnRunning @roadid #roadid #teamroadid #run #running #runner #runnersofinstagram #marathontraining #runtraining #ironman #ironmantraining https://www.instagram.com/p/CO08t4ILM_S/?igshid=14w5pokau39w5

[gatorsup]

Four morning miles to start the weekend. Only in the upper 70s, so it felt like a Fall run! My feet are loving the new @altrarunning Torin Plush and my legs are getting used to the idea. I think there may be a half in my 2020 future... #shokzsquad #teamroadid #fleetfeetsodo (at Orlando, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFUdE9YBRCL/?igshid=1iqsduwbr2da7

[teamrundisney]

Meanwhile, as the Princesses race through Disney, Pirates are taking over at the Gasparilla Distance Classic! Good luck to all running this weekend wherever your miles may bring you! #TeamrunDisney #TrDRunningClub #RunGasparilla • #repost @wortholomew ・・・ Shiver me timbers! The time draws nigh. 🏴‍☠️ #Fitness #FitnessMotivation #teamnuun #nuunlife #HSHive #StingOrBeeStung #RunBlueRidge #KeepItTight #Jailbreak #SquirrelsNutButter #AltraRedTeam #EmbraceTheSpace #ZeroLimits #TeamROADiD #BeatYesterday #BuffUSA #myboausa #playgoodr #TheEmpireDidNothingWrong #RunnersOfInstagram #Athlete #RunChat #RunningCommunity #RunGasparilla #PGDC20 https://www.instagram.com/p/B83lzUNnWTg/?igshid=1qjmm7m4ddfkh

[curtdenham71]

Always have to have the @roadid for peace of mind. @roadid also has a nifty app that can let your tribe follow your route and will send an alert if you find yourself in need. #teamroadid #itswhoiam #cycling #roadid https://www.instagram.com/p/CS1x-5kMAJb/?utm_medium=tumblr

[curtdenham71]

It’s getting closer to that time of year. #crossiscoming and it is good to keep the skills “sharp”. Riding off camber, practicing dismount/remount and some start sprints. I always wear my @roadid and have @picklejuice in the bottle. #cx #crossisboss #teamroadid #itswhoiam #PicklePower #PickleJuice #TeamGreen #StopMuscleCramps (at Dames Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CScWPkOlJOm/?utm_medium=tumblr

[curtdenham71]

Last call for the #CobaltCollection from @roadid Use code CDCYCLES to sweeten your deal if you decide to pick one up. #TeamROADID #itswhoiam #roadidambassador https://www.instagram.com/p/CO8bBNdBDg1/?igshid=1ehy5xtc9h6x6

[curtdenham71]

Got out for some dirt therapy this morning. Trail was in great shape. #TeamGreen #ridepactimo #teamroadid #PicklePower #pactimo #roadid #PickleJuice #pactimobrandambassador #itswhoiam #StopMuscleCramps #mtb #mtblife #pactimoambassador2021 https://www.instagram.com/p/CSC10e8FmnT/?utm_medium=tumblr

[curtdenham71]

Awesome morning to get out for a ride. Humidity was gone and it was high 60’s when I started. Gotta love love the @pactimo_official jersey as it is soooo comfy and the @picklejuice kept me pedaling strong. Always ride with @roadid and the new @roadid app is great for letting your friends/fam know where you are on your route. #TeamROADiD #TeamGreen #PicklePower #itswhoiam #pactimobrandambassador #pactimo #PickleJuice #StopMuscleCramps #pactimo_official #roadslikethese #pactimoambassador2021 #roadcycling https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ1iPEgMlXp/?utm_medium=tumblr

[curtdenham71]

This is becoming a Wednesday ritual. #cx #cxpractice #TeamROADID #TeamGreen #ridepactimo #PicklePower #itswhoiam #pactimobrandambassador #PickleJuice #roadid #pactimo #StopMuscleCramps (at Dames Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNXgqAblFH1/?igshid=17fpifxmcnj7e

[curtdenham71]

Got to test ride the new @pactimo_official #pactimoambassadorclub kit this morning. It was awesome as expected and the @pactimo_official wind vest is something else. Of course I was wearing my @roadid and you can see my collection of @roadid in the background. @picklejuice kept me hydrated per usual. Definitely a great morning to be out. #TeamGreen #pactimoambassador2021 #TeamROADID #PicklePower #pactimo #itswhoiam #PickleJuice #pactimobrandambassador #StopMuscleCramps https://www.instagram.com/p/CNvEcHkB-Pu/?igshid=8vsanio7e9tv

[curtdenham71]

Most of y’all know I wear @roadid and I have been for years. It gives me peace of mind when I’m out on a ride that if things go badly my loved ones can be contacted. If you don’t have one yet, @roadid is having their #SpringSale April 13-15 and your order will ship free with code SHIPSFREE_IFQIMO12 #TeamROADID #itswhoiam #roadid #roadidambassador https://www.instagram.com/p/CNjHJK4ljkI/?igshid=tanl5atm5ych

[curtdenham71]

Got out for a ride today. @picklejuice kept me hydrated while my @roadid and @roadid app gave me peace of mind. #teamroadid #teamgreen #picklepower #itswhoiam #stopmusclecramps #picklejuice #roadslikethese #optoutside #getoutside #cycling #cyclinglife #cyclinglifestyle #cyclingphotos #cyclingpics https://www.instagram.com/p/CH6XQ1SlLPa/?igshid=2i4ivw2xc48h

[curtdenham71]

It was a bit chilly on the ride this morning although it warmed quickly after. It is always good to get out though. #TeamGreen #ridepactimo #PicklePower #TeamROADID #PickleJuice #roadslikethese #cycling #StopMuscleCramps #cyclinglife #cyclinglifestyle https://www.instagram.com/p/CMVDwXGlTRs/?igshid=1bnxlvyh6xquv

[curtdenham71]

It was a chilly one this morning but it was still awesome to ride outdoors. #ridepactimo #TeamGreen #TeamROADID #pactimobrandambassador #PicklePower #itswhoiam #pactimo #PickleJuice #StopMuscleCramps #roadslikethese #cycling #wintercycling #cyclinglife #cyclinglifestyle https://www.instagram.com/p/CMC2g6EFjB0/?igshid=1janwis42mkhj