There are lots of reasons for running races and I’ll admit a big one in favor of this one was the cupcake at the finish line. Even bigger though was the cause. The 5K put on by Live Run Give LLC benefitted Metavivor. I didn’t know about Metavivor until a good friend of mine was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer and then I learned that Metavivor was the only organization with the mission of researching for those living with stage 2+ metastatic breast cancer. If you’re not familiar with them, I definitely recommend you check them out and consider supporting them.
The race took place in Cranford in Nomahegan Park. If never been to the park, but there’s a nice lake in the middle and pathway running alongside it. The course went through the park, around it and into the neighborhood before coming back in.
The course itself ended up being pretty flat, which I appreciated after the 10K I did prior had a surprise hill at the start. Love me a good flat course.
Since restarting running after my broken foot, I’ve taken it easier on my running – which has meant a slower pace with more frequent breaks. I know I could push myself but I also am afraid of finding that breaking point again. I did push myself the hardest at the first part of this race than I have in a while. Overall wasn’t my fastest 5K, but I enjoyed the scenery. The participants were extra friendly and that definitely is a helpful add to the experience (along with the likelihood of a nice finishline photo!)
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