We made it through the August heat! It really didn't seem as bad in years past, but we had a new twist of constant humidity to factor in throughout the month. One constant mantra from those who powered through their tougher runs during the summer was "improved paces in the fall" - always finding the bright side to a crappy run! We love seeing our ladies smile and manage to see the positive in every run, because after all, we know being able to run is an amazing gift and if we have goals we have to keep working for them.
Race to New York
Our group challenge is over and all of the teams made it to New York! This was a great challenge that proved to keep our group moving and having fun at each checkpoint (well, except the hug checkpoint). We had 8 teams competing and collectively they covered over 116,604 miles through this challenge! That's right - over 116,604 miles - wowza!!!! Pictured below are a few teams contributing to a few checkpoints along the way - completing dreaded push-ups and giving back through Good Samaritan acts of kindness!
Kids Run Club
We had a great turn-out all summer long at our MRTT Kids Summer Run meet-ups. A huge thank you to everyone who participated and hosted these weekly events. The kids worked hard and had a great time. Here are a few images from our final meet-up of the summer.
Melon Dash 5k and Fun Run
Congratulations to all the kiddos and family members who ran at the Melon Dash to put all of that summer training to work - it was a hilly and hot race! But Watermelon, Popsicles and a medal at the finish made the hilly and hot course long forgotten - sound familiar?!
Miles with Miles
If you are following Miles, you know that he wasn't that active in July. We have had mixed reports as to what happened, but assume it was heat related. Miles started the month with a bang running the hot and hilly Badass Texas Half Marathon race in Waco, TX. After Miles got that medal, we haven't seen much activity. We are hoping the cooler temps will bring more Miles sightings in September, stay tuned...
Enjoy the View
We have taken in some amazing views this month, thanks for sharing!
Out for a Run
Look at all these awesome ladies making no excuses to get out and get it done! Always an inspiration and love seeing everyone active and having fun at the same time. (Or at least smiling long enough to make us think it was fun!)
Race Day
Congratulations to everyone who raced this month! Looks like we had ladies at Badass Texas in Waco, Pikes Peak and Plano Pacers relay teams.
Happy running in September! We also want to thank our local MRTT sponsors for supporting our group!