Running Virtual - A List of Races for You!

Running Virtual - A List of Races for You!

We thought we would put together a non-exhaustive list of virtual races for you. Remember, running is NOT canceled so make the most of the time you have out there. 

Alone Together Virtual Race Series (April/May 2020)

Beat Yesterday Virtual Race Series (May/June 2020)

Get Lost Trail Series - (April 2020)

KDF Mini and Marathon Virtual

Mom Needs a Run 5K 

Will Run for Tacos

YPAL's Race for the Roses Virtual 5K (April/May 2020)

**Please note we do not endorse any one race company in town. This is a list we quickly came up with to help our members find virtual race options.  Thanks!

Running Alone? Safety Tips for Runners

Running Alone? Safety Tips for Runners

With all the changes happening related to COVID-19, we realize many of you who typically run in groups are now running solo. With that in mind, our chapter thought it would be nice to put together a few tips for running solo. 

While we are encouraged to social distance and run solo by many in the community right now, we also understand there are inherent risks to this suggestion. Collectively, as women, harassment and threat of violence is something runners report experiencing regularly*.  Telling women “don’t run alone” is seriously not an option right now, thanks to the coronavirus restrictions, and quite frankly, we should be able to run by ourselves anytime we want without fear of harm. 

Here are a few tips we’ve put together to help everyone, including our male counterparts, feel a little better about running solo. While this isn't an exhaustive list, we feel like there are at least one or two things someone could take away that might be helpful!

Safety Suggestions:

• Tell someone when you are going for a run.  Better yet, tell them where you are running and what time you expect to be back. 

• Use technology to help others know where you are; apps on your phone, watch, etc., can help people track your run and alert them if you are in danger.

• Carry your phone on you while you run. If there is an emergency, it will likely come in handy. As more people shelter in place, fewer people will be out and able to help if you are in need. 

• Learn how to use your body to protect yourself. While you cannot take an in-person self-defense course right now, there are lots of great online videos out there to help educate you!

• Learn how to use and then carry pepper spray, taser or another weapon of your choice.

• Run in daylight or on a sidewalk near traffic (running against traffic) so you can be seen by people.

• Have a treadmill? Now is a great time to dust it off and use it to feel more secure while running.

• Don’t use earbuds or listen to loud music that might block sound. You want to be able to hear people, dogs, and/or cars approaching.  

• Switch up your running times/routes. Running the same route on the same days at the same times makes it easier for people to find you. In the same vein, check your running app profile settings and turn them “off” to public view. Otherwise, anyone can track your habits (and know your pace).

Keep in mind that these are all suggestions. We understand what works for one doesn't work for others. And, we understand that some of you are not looking for tips, so we can respect you if you keep scrolling. Most importantly, we just want you to use your head and stay safe out there! We look forward to running with you again in the (hopefully near) future.

Stephanie & Allison

SRTT/MRTT Co-Chapter Leaders, Louisville, KY

*Runners World 2017 Running While Female survey findings:  https://www.runnersworld.com/training/a18848270/running-while-female/

April Challenge - QuaRUNtine BINGO

QuaRUNtine BINGO

Welcome to the MRTT/SRTT April Challenge. It's BINGO time! This challenge will run from April 1-30. You should aim to complete each item listed on the BINGO board in a "cover all" fashion. Post your progress on the BINGO board weekly, or more often if you would like. Make sure when you post, you try to share fun photo(s) of your activities to motivate others.

You can do more than one square per day, but getting them completed faster does not get you a better chance for the monthly prize.

At the end of the month, if you have completed ALL of the squares on your card, you need to yell BINGO and post a comment on the designated post by Admin. Your name will be put in the pot for a prize drawing!

Let's get ready to play BINGO!

As always, we encourage you to share your monthly mileage/activity goals, and post progress frequently. You do not have to play BINGO to participate in the accountability aspect of the event.