I hope everyone (in the States) had a great 4th! I was so happy to get to this extended long weekend to just kick back and unwind a little. So as I laze away on my deck, it seems like the perfect time to join Coco and Deborah for the Ultimate Coffee Date!
Recapping the BAA 10K over Coffee
Over coffee, I would tell you that I cannot believe that it’s been almost two weeks since I ran the BAA 10K! I know, I know, how many times can I mention how fast time is flying by? But it really is!
Over coffee, I would tell you that my goals were simple – beat last year’s time, conquer the long hill through Boston University’s campus, and have fun! Check, check, and check! Given how cool, rainy, and mild the temps had been, the heat on race day was super tough – especially with so little shade on the course. So my brother and decided to walk each water stop (thankfully there was one every mile!) and just try to keep a nice steady pace. We did see a couple of people go down around mile 4 – the heat was no joke!
Over coffee, I would tell you to run this race if you get the chance! It is super well-organized, and even with 10,000 runners, it never felt too crowded. The volunteers, especially at the water stops, were awesome and super encouraging! And the course itself is a great little out and back tour of Boston’s Back Bay, Kenmore Square, and part of the BU campus. The Boston Athletic Association always puts on a great race and this one did not disappoint.
Great to see Jose from @Andsoitburns working one of the water stops!
Over coffee, I would tell you that I had so much fun running this race with my brother! When we did this race last year, I was seriously hobbled and had urged him to run ahead and not let me hold him back – so it was especially enjoyable to run together this year. This was my third time running this race and I’ve already got it penciled in for next year!
Do you have races you love to run again and again? What would you tell me over coffee?
Yes. Quite a few I run every year. The freihofer s 5k fir one.
I would love to run this race. So expensive to stay in Boston though.
Glad the race went well for you.
Thanks Darlene! This race is becoming a favorite.
I love that you ran with your brother again! I would love to run that race one time. I usually don’t sign up for races in the summer time. I am not doing well in the heat this year at all. Thanks for joining us for coffee!
Deborah Brooks recently posted…July Ultimate Coffee Date
I’m not much summer racing either – this heat is really slowing me down! But I couldn’t pass up a chance to run with my brother 🙂
I have a lot of races that I run every year because they are (1) well-organized, (2) always fit my schedule, (3) affordable/great swag/close proximity, and (4) event loyalty. Glad to hear the race went so well for you and your brother 😉
All good reasons to make them repeats!
I am seriously considering do this next year – it really looks like a great race! You’ve said so many great things about it over the years.
Thanks for joining us for coffee!
Coco recently posted…Celebrating The Fourth At The July Coffee Date
Oh I hope you do then we can finally meet in person!
So fun! I’m working on my recap right now!
I have so many races I love to run over and over and I really have to start breaking away so I can run new ones. It’s so tough to do it, though!
Jenn recently posted…girls’ weekend at wyndham orlando resort international drive
It is tough to do! There are so many races I want to check out, but then I also have my favorites.
Congrats Michelle! This looks like a great race and since the Boston Marathon is off the table…now to get myself to Boston! It’s a goal…
Wendy recently posted…Coffee Talk
Oh I hope you make it out here to run it!!
So glad that you both had a great race experience! It’s great that they had water stops every mile – especially on such a warm day.
Kim G recently posted…July 2019 Goals
Thanks! The extra water stops were definitely a bonus!
This looks like such a fun race! I’d love to come back to Boston and see some of the sights without the pressure of the marathon. Glad you felt so good despite the heat!
Marcia recently posted…It’s Summer and the Coffee is Iced
Thanks Marcia – and yes, come to Boston 😉
I need to check into this race, as I have heard so many great things about it! Maybe I will see you there next year!! 🙂
Awesome!
Wow that race sounds really amazing. I have yet to race in Boston though I’ve had many athletes and friends who’ve done so over the years.
The BAA races are always good ones!
How lovely – what a great run and good that you got to do it with your brother. Well done!
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Thank you Liz!