Are you a Warrior?

Consider yourself a true Warrior? There's only one way to find out and the Warrior Dash is the absolute only way. It takes place all over the country but is happening here in New England on the 25th and 26th of June. The race consists of a 3 mile run from hell where you encounter a magnitude of extreme obstacles. Leap over fire, scramble under barbed wire and tread through muddy mayhem all while sporting your most ridiculous costume, or not....

And this is not all that occurs at this crazy event. Make sure you hang around for some food, beer and music after your chaotic run....After all a true warrior must be rewarded in some way for his race through hell.


Hey, can you think of a better way of finishing up the weekend?!?! Due to the popularity of this event you need get on the bandwagon and sign up now. There are only about 300 spots left for 3pm on Sunday the 26th.


The race takes place in Amesbury, Ma. Just 35 miles north of the Bean.
Click below to become the warrior you always knew you could be...
http://www.warriordash.com/

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Santa Speedo Run Boston 2010 update

Just found this video on YouTube of the Santa Speedo Run 2010 in Boston! Did you run this year? Any races coming up that you want us to share with our loyal readers?

Thanks to the YouTube user, mellowsky47, for the video!

The 14th Annual Joshua's Run

Looking for something to do this weekend that is good for you and benefits a GREAT cause? Why not check out Joshua's Run in Scituate on Saturday, benefiting pediatric oncology research.

What: There is definitely something for everyone. There are three runs: the 5 Mile Cliff Challenge, claimed to be one of the most scenic road races in MA, the 2 Mile, or the Kids Fun Run. Every tough hill in the 5 Mile Cliff Challenge is named after one of the "Hill Heroes," who are patients of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Runners can channel the strength of these heroes as they tackle the tough hills.

When: It's this Saturday, October 23 on the South Shore in Scituate, MA. Race registration is available on-line or on race day beginning at 7:30AM. 5 Mile starts at 10:00 AM, 2 Mile starts at 9:00 AM, Kids Fun Run at 8:30 AM.

Cost: Pre-registration fee: $20.00, race day registration: $25.00. Kids Fun Run: $5.00. Don't forget, all benefits go towards pediatric oncology research!

Getting There: It's an easy drive from the Boston area; just plug the address for St. Mary's Parish Center (2 Edward Foster Rd, Scituate, MA 02066) into your GPS or Google Maps. Directions are also available here. Traffic won't be too bad on a Saturday morning, but if you'd rather take public transport, take the commuter rail from South Station to Greenbush. Registration, start, and finish is all at St. Mary's Parish Center.

Forecast: Saturday in Scituate, Sunny and 60.

Basically Boston hopes that you'll come out to help this great cause, and wishes good luck to all the runners! Please visit the website for information on how you can help out.

Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women

This Monday, October 11th, is the 34th Annual Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women. If you have the day off (or even if you don't), head down to the Boston Common Parade Grounds to cheer on the 7,500 runners! This race is a great inspiration for women around New England; the motto is "start strong - finish stronger."

On Monday, Tufts Health Plan will present a $10,000 grant to the American Heart Association. This grant is a part of Tufts' five-year plan to donate $50,000 to the American Heart Association and find ways to combat cardiovascular disease and stroke, which are the number 1 and number 3 killers in America. Go Red for Women is the American Heart Association's iniative to raise "awareness of heart disease and [...empower] women to reduce their risk by learning the steps to prevent it." To help, you can spread the motto: "Our Hearts - Our Choice."

Monday will be an inspirational day, as Tufts Health Plan and all the runners will raise awareness about preventing heart disease and empowering the acheivement of fitness goals. Good news if you're a runner, you have until 11AM on race day to sign up for this empowering race. Click here to sign up today.

Good luck to all the wonderful women who are running the Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women on Monday!

Apple Harvest Day

One of the greatest things about fall in New England is the foliage. If you're looking to take your annual foliage tour, consider taking a drive up to Dover, NH this Saturday, October 2nd, where the town is hosting its 25th annual Apple Harvest Day and 5K Road Race.

35,000 people will visit Downtown Dover where there will be "Main Street" craft vendors, amusements, music, performances, pony rides, apple pie baking contests and more. You can enjoy the day outside, indulge in some great apple treats, and cheer on the runners in the 5K (something every Bostonian loves to do in preparation for Marathon Monday). I'll be there as a vendor, selling paper beads from Project Have Hope!

Whether you're a native Bostonian or a visitor in town for the weekend, taking a scenic drive up Interstate 95 to Apple Harvest Day is a great way to spend your Saturday afternoon.

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