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Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Running in Fall and Fall Fun Runs



{Running in Fall}
It isn't news that I enjoy running and if I'm going to run, I definitely need to be doing it outside. Enter the start of fall and what I would call the best time to be an outside runner. Whether you are a die-hard marathoner, couple times a weeker (like me) or just starting out. Now is the time. The weather is beautiful and the views are gorgeous. And if you can talk someone into running with you, bonus points.

Check out my fave place in the world to run and unwind - Lake Zorinsky in Omaha. Not only are the views gorgeous but the trail is a perfect length, approximately 4.5 miles with an additional 3.5 miles on the other side of 168th street if you want to tack it on for an extra long run. And when the trees start to turn, be prepared for your mind to be blown from all the beauty.




{Fall Fun Runs}
And with the great weather, brings the best time (in my mind) to sign up for some fun runs around your area. Bringing this closer to home, here are a couple of great fun runs that I'm either planning to check out or would if I didn't have plans.

  • This weekend, yes THIS weekend, is the Tap n' Run Omaha on Saturday, Sept 28th. A 4k run with three beer chugging stations. Um, tell me this doesn't sound awesome? Running and drinking? Sign me up (except I can't, some of us get to work Saturdays). Someone go for me. Please? {Details here}
  • There is also the Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo Run on Sunday, Sept 29th. Not only will you get to enjoy the beautiful outdoor weather but you also get to run through the zoo, which provides such an amazing backdrop. {More details here}
  • And if beer or zoo runs aren't your thing, this one has to be: Jones Brothers Cupcakes 5Cake Run on October 19th. At every mile of the 5k, you have to eat a cupcake. This one is right up mine and Cruz's alley! {Check it out here}
  • Omaha's Great Pumpkin Run on Oct 27th {which, by the way, if you are thinking about this one, do me a favor, click here and  use code GOBLINS at checkout for 40% off entry fees! All thanks to Liv, Laugh, Love

Which one would you do? Or better yet, which have you done that you recommend in your area?

Maybe I will get crazy and sign up for the Commitment Day race again this year - nothing better to wake you up then running in the freezing cold on January 1st!


Discover many more ways to enjoy Fall in Omaha by visiting these other great local blogs!




Liv, Laugh, Love - Apple Jack Festival



Bolton Carley's Blog - What's your favorite season? quiz


15 comments:

  1. I couldn't agree with you more! Fall screams get out and run to me!

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  2. Hi Katie! Found your blog through Girl in the Red Shoes! I love that you're so committed to running! I used to run, but haven't been doing it consistently for years. Your little guys is so adorable!!

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  3. I'm thinking of doing the Beer & Bagel run the first weekend of November, a time of year I guess sometimes feels less like fall and more like winter. I may still change my mind and do the Great Pumpkin Run, it sounds fun (and I love a good discount).

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  4. I just started working on losing the baby weight and the weather has been perfect for running amd walks outside! Love you blog!

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  5. The Fall fun runs sound so much fun! Now, if only I ran... maybe I could still participate and walk really fast!

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  6. Ah - thanks for this list! I'm doing the Pumpkin Run, but I might need to add some more!

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  7. ok you are just the cutest with your pup and babe in tow! i would totally sign up for the Zoo Run. I love animals!! I would probably upchuck (gross right?) if i did a cupcake every mile.. thats just me!

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  8. Hey lady! Over here from Girl in the Red Shoes. Looking forward to following along!

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  9. This post makes me want to start running ... but I stink at it. I wish I enjoyed it more because it looks so rewarding, but it never seems to feel like that for me when I'm nearly passing out on the ground. Also, at 33 weeks preggo, this fall's probably not the time to start the habit. :)

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  10. You already know I love a good beer run but a CUPCAKE RUN?!?! Oh my gosh you are speaking my language! Googling to see if there is one near me right this second!

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  11. You are so inspiring!!! I need to get my booty in gear!

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  12. I think that my motivation to start running may be to sign up for a Fun Run and commit to training for it. Thanks for the inspiration!!

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  13. Thanks so much for the inspiring post. I'm not a runner, but I've got a lot of people working on me to start. I may have to start training this fall.

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  14. I'm a boring jogger. I just want it over with so I use a track, but you can thank my husband for patching the path at Lake Zorinsky. He and his brother got it back up and running so to speak. lol.

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  15. i am NOT a runner, but have done The Color Run 5K and at the end of Oct I will be doing the Monster Dash 5K.

    That CAKE run sounds awesome!!

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