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Events Honor Our Fallen 5K Chilly Willy Duathlon Thunderbolt / Escape From Ft Desoto Escape From Fort Desoto Triathlon Gates River Run Spring Lake Memorial run Strawberry Distance Classic St. Pete Distance Classic Florida Road Races Shamrock Run Lake Como Run 5K Giro d’ Italia Bike Ride Kiwanis Adventure Run Dunedin Rotary Triathlon Stomp Out The Demand 5K Gran Fondo Bike Tour Tampa Fire Dept Run 5K Gasparilla Distance Classic Hog Hustle 5K Game On ! Fort Desoto St. Anthony Triathlon Rotary Runs The Beach Bare Dare 5K Run Chilly Willy Duathlon 2024

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EVENT/DISTANCE

SUNDAY JANUARY 14 TBA

KIWANIS ADVENTURE RUN 8K AND 5K

CONTACT

LOCATION

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

DUNEDIN FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 27 TBA

CLEARWATER MARATHON & RUNNING FESTIVAL - 2 DAY EVENT 26.2,13.1, 5K

603-488-1186

CLEARWATER FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 27 TBA

JETTE 5K

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USF CAMPUS TAMPA FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 27 8:00 AM

TAMPA ELECTRIC RUN FOR THEMANATEES 5K

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APOLLO BEACH FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3 TBA

MILES FOR MIGRAINE 5K

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USF CAMPUS TAMPA FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3 TBA

RUN LIKE A BARON 5K

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BROOKSVILLEE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3 TBA

SACRED SELECTIONS 5K

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TAMPAA FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10 TBA

RUN NEW TAMPA 5K

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NEW TAMPA FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10 TBA

STRAWBERY DISTANCE CLASSIC 5K/10K

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PLANT CITY FL.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 11 TBA

ST PETESBURG CLASSIC MARATHON, HALF, 10K/5K

FLORIDAROADRACES.COM

DOWNTOWN ST. PETE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17 TBA

SCRUB RUN 5K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

USF CAMPUS TAMPA FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17 TBA

TUTUS & TENNIS SHOES 5K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

TAMPA FL.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 18 TBA

SPRING TO SPRING 5K

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STEINBRENNER FIELD TAMPAA FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 TBA

GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 15K / 5K

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DOWNTOWN TAMPA FL.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 25 TBA

GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 13.1 AND 8K

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DOWNTOWN TAMPA FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 2 TBA

SHAMROCK DISTANCE CLASSIC

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FORT DESOTO PARK ST. PETE FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 2 5:00 PM

BELLEAIR SUNSET RUN 5K

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BELLEAIR FL.

SUNDAY MARCH 3 TBA

SKYWAY 10K

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ST. PETE FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 9 TBA

ROTARY RUN 5K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

INDIAN ROCKS BEACH FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 9 TBA

WHPD 5K

WINTER HAVEN POLICE DEPT

WINTER HAVEN FL.

SUNDAY MARCH 10 TBA

TAMPA WARRIORS ST. PATS RUN 5K

ROB FRIEDMAN run@tampawarriors.com

DOWNMTOWN TAMPA FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 16 TBA

ST. PATRICK'S DAY 5K

TEXT 727-226-7223

DOWNTOWN DUNEDIN FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 23 TBA

DRISCOLL'S STRAWBERRY CLASSIC 5K/10K/15K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

TEMPLE TERRACE ELEM SCHOOL TEMPLE TERRACE FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 23 TBA

MAC DILL PAW'S 4 HEROES 5K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

GADSDEN PARK TAMPA FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 23 TBA

PPF RACE AGAINST MELANNOMA

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

WALSINGHAM PARK SEMINOLE FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 23 TBA

WALK RUN ROLL

813-269-0955

RAYMOND JAMES STADIUM TAMPA FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 23 8:30 AM

STOMP OUT THE DEMAND FOR HUMAN TRAFFICKING 5K 5K AND 1 MILE

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EVENT/DISTANCE

SUNDAY MARCH 24 TBA

HEROES 5K / 10K

CONTACT

LOCATION

ST. PETE POLICE DEPT.

ST. PETE FL.

SUNDAY MARCH 24 TBA

LOOKING FOR A CURE 5K

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AL LOPEZ PARK TAMPA FL.

SATURDAY APRIL 6 TBA

HIGHLAND GAMES 5K

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JOHN CHESTNUT PARK DUNEDIN FL.

SATURDAY APRIL 6 TBA

RACE FOR EDUCATION 5K

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TAMPA FL.

MONDAY APRIL 8 TBA

TPA'S 5K ON THE RUNWAY

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SATURDAY APRIL 13 TBA

2024 TAMPA FIREFIGHTERS 5K

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TAMPA FL.

SATURDAY APRIL 13 TBA

5K BY THE BAY

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SAFETY HARBOR FL.

SATURDAY APRIL 13 TBA

SALTY SANDS 5K/10K

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SUNDAY APRIL 14 TBA

DARE TO GO BARE 5K AND 2K

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LAKE COMO RESORT LUTZ FL.

SATURDAY MAY 4 TBA

HOG HUSTLE 5K

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HALE ACTIVITY CENTER DUNEDIN FL.

SUNDAY MAY 5 8:30 AM

CALIENTE BARE TO GO BARE 5K RUN

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LAND O' LAKES FL.

SATURDAY MAY 25 TBA

SPRING LAKE MEMORIAL RUN 5K / 10K

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BROOKSVILLE FL.

SATURDAY MAY 25 8:00 AM

HONOR OUR FALLEN 5K

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DATE

EVENT/DISTANCE

SATURDAY JANUARY 20 TBA

BIG BILL FOUNDATION 5K

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3 TBA

I HEART MY COMMUNITY 5K

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3 TBA

PIRATE 5K/10K AND 1/2 MARATHON

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10 TBA

BRIDGE OF LIFE SUPERHERO 5K

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 11 TBA

MARDI GRAS 5 MILER

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17 TBA

5K FOR THE DONUT

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17 TBA

LECOM 5K

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17 8:00 AM

5K RUN FOR THE DONUT 5K

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 18 TBA

VICENTE'S 5K

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 TBA

GET YOUR MUTT MOVIN 5K RACE

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 TBA

SHOOT THE STARS 5K

SATURDAY MARCH 2 TBA

SHARK TOOTH 10K

SUNDAY MARCH 3 TBA

SHARK FIN 5K

SATURDAY APRIL 6 TBA

RUN FOR THE TURTLES 5K

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Register At www.thunderboltmultisport.com Chilly Willy Duathlon 2024 Sunday 02/04/24

Join us at Fort De Soto Tampa Bay"s oldest & largest duathlon - Long Sleeve Shirt to all who register early Distances: Run 3 Miles, Bike 10 Miles, Run 3 Miles Website Site:r u n s i g n u p . c o m

Escape From Fort De Soto 2024 Saturday 04/06/24 At 7:30am Escape From Fort De Soto Central Fl. oldest sprint triathlon In Bay area.

The Only triathlon to run the Fort Distances: Swim 1/2 Mi., Bike 10 Mi., Run 3 Miles - Plus Duathlon & Aqua Website Site:r u n s i g n u p . c o m

Top Gun Du-Triathlon 2024 Saturday 08/05/24 At 7:00am The one and only Fort De Soto Du- Triathlon at Fort Desoto Park.

A Great First Triathlon !

Distances: Swim 1/4 Mi., Bike 10 Mi., Run 3 Miles - Plus Duathlon & Aqua Website Site:runsignup.com

Last Chance Triathlon 2024 Saturday 11/17/23 At 7:00am End the year with a Special Event Enjoy the season s e n d with us at Fort De Soto Park. St. Pete.

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RUNNING ORLANDO DATE

EVENT/DISTANCE

SATURDAY JANUARY 20 TBA

LOOKING FOR A CURE 5K

CONTACT

LOCATION

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

ORLANDO FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 20 7:30 AM

PARK AVE 5K

EMMI 407-896-1160

WINTER PARK FL.

FRIDAY JANUARY 26 6:00 PM

LIGHT THE NIGHT 5K

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NEW SMYRNA BEACH FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 27 TBA

IVY HAWN 5K RUN

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LAKE HELEN FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 27 TBA

LIGHT THE DARKNESS 5K

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COCOA BEACH FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 27 TBA

MONROE CROSS TRAIL 50 MILE ULTRA RUN 50M,50K,17M

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DEBARRY FL.

SUNDAY JANUARY 28 TBA

PET RESCUE BY JUDY 5K

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LAKE MARY FL.

SUNDAY JANUARY 28 TBA

TOWN OF CELEBRATION MARATHON 26.2 AND 13.1 MILES

EMMI 407-896-1160

CELEBRATION FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3 TBA

FORGOTTEN FLORIDA 100M,50M,15M,8M

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CHRISTMAS FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3 TBA

ME STRONG 5K

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DELAND FL.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 4 7:30 AM

ORLANDO MAJIC 5K

EMMI 407-896-1160

ORLANDO FL.

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 9 7:00 PM

LAKE WALES MARDI GRAS 5K

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LAKE WALES FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10 TBA

CHERRYLAKE FARMS RACES 10K AND 5K

CFT SOMMER SPORTS 305-394-1320

GROVELAND FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10 TBA

FATHER LOPEZ CATCH THE WAVE 5K

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DAYTONA BEACH FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10 TBA

GINGERBREAD RUN 5K

407-396-1114

KISSIMMEE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10 7:30 AM

ADVENTHEALTH RUN FOR HEALTH 4 MILER

EMMI 407-896-1160

WINTER PARK FL.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 11 TBA

DAYTONA 2 BEACH 1/2 MAR & 5K

CLASH ENDURANCE

DAYTONA BEACH FL.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 11 TBA

LOVE OF CHOCOLATE 5K

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WINTER GARDENS FL.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 11 8:00 AM

LOVE OF CHOCOLATE 5K

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CLERMONT FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17 TBA

RACING THE BEACH 5K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

DAYTONA BEACH FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17 8:00 AM

HOWEY IN THE HILLS 1/2 MAR,10K,5K

CFT SOMMER SPORTS 305-394-1320

HOWEY IN THE HILLS FL.

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 23 TBA

DISNEY PRINCESS HALF MARATHON 30K,8K,5K TRAIL RUN

407-939-4786

LAKE BUENA PARK FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 TBA

A. MAX BREWER BRIDGE BACK TO THE 80'S 5K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

YITUSVILLE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 TBA

HONORING THE FALLEN 5K

CFT SOMMER SPORTS 305-394-1320

CLERMONT FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 TBA

RUN FOR AUTISM AWARENESS 5K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

SATELLITE BEACH FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 23 7:30 AM

WINTER PARK ROAD RACE 10K AND 2 MILER

EMMI 407-896-1160

WINTER PARK FL.

SATURDAY APRIL 27 7:30 AM

RUN FOR THE TREES JEANNET GENIUS MC KEON MEMORIAL RUN 5K

EMMI 407-896-1160

WINTER PARK FL.

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SATURDAY JANUARY 20 TBA

MATANZAS 5000 5K

1ST PLACE SPORTS 904-731-3676

ST. AUGUSTINE FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 27 TBA

BOWLEGS 5K RUN

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

TALLAHASSEE FL

SATURDAY JANUARY 27 TBA

IQ FIBER WINTER BEACH RUN 10 MILER AND 5K

1ST PLACE SPORTS 904-731-3676

JACKSONVILLE BEACH FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 27 TBA

NEWNAN'S LAKE 15K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

GAINESVILLE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3 TBA

DONNA MARATHON 26.2 AND 13.1 MILES

1ST PLACE SPORTS 904-731-3676

SEAWALK PAVILION JACKSONVILLE BEACH FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3 TBA

PENSACOLA DOUBLE BRIDGE RUN 15K AND 5K

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PENSACOILA FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3 TBA

SPRING RUN 7.2K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

GAINESVILLE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3 8:00 AM

GATES RIVER RUN 15K / 5K

1ST PLACE SPORTS 904-731-3676

JACKSONVILLE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10 TBA

ORTEGA EIVER RUN 5K

1ST PLACE SPORTS 904-731-3676

EPISCOPAL SCHOOL JACKSONVILLE FL.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 11 TBA

TALLAHASSEE MARATHON 26.2 AND 13.1 MILES

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

FSU CAMPUS TALLAHASSEE FL

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17 TBA

RACHEL QUINONES MEMORIAL RUN 5K

1ST PLACE SPORTS 904-731-3676

BISHOP JOHNSNYDER HS JACKSONVILLE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 TBA

BAY TO BREAKFAST 8K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

PENSACOILA FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 8:30 AM

SUPERHERO RUN 5K AND 10K

1ST PLACE SPORTS 904-731-3676

JACKSONVILLE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 6:00 PM

JAGGARS / NOVO NORDISK 5K STADIUM CHALLENGE

1ST PLACE SPORTS 904-731-3676

EVERBANK STADIUM JACKSONVILLE FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 9 TBA

MCGUIRE'S ST. PATRICK DAY PREDICTION 5K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

MCGUIRE'S PUB PENSOCOLA FL.

SUNDAY MARCH 17 8:00 AM

ST PADDY'S DAY RUN 5K AND 10K

1ST PLACE SPORTS 904-731-3676

EVERGREEN CEMENTARY JACKSONVILLE FL.

SATURDAY APRIL 6 TBA

SPRINGTIME 10K 1OK AND 5K

SPRINGTIME10K @GMAIL.COM

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SUNDAY JANUARY 28 TBA

MIAMI MARATHON 26.2,13.1 AND 5K

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SUNDAY FEBRUARY 4 TBA

RUN FOR THE RIBBONS 5K

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BOCA RATON FL.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 4 8:00 AM

EAGLE 5K

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MIAMI FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10 TBA

VALENTINE 8K

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FORT WALTON BEACH FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17 TBA

LIVE LIKW BELLA SUPERHERO 5K

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MIAMI FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17 TBA

PUBLIX A1A MARATHON WEEKEND 26.2,13.1 6K 2 DAYS OF RUNNING

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FT. LAUDERDALE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 TBA

CHRIS SMITH ALL STAR CLASSIC 5K

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FT. LAUDERDALE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24 TBA

FESTIVAL 5K

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MIAMI FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 2 TBA

MARCH FOR CANCER 5K

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FT LAUDERDALE FL.

SUNDAY MARCH 3 TBA

GAME ON !

TREASURE COAST MARATHON 26.2 AND 13.1 MILES

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SATURDAY JANUARY 13 TBA

GIRO d'ITALIA RIDE LIKE A PRO 2 DAY EVENT

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 4 TBA

CHILLY WILLY DUATHLON '

SUNDAY MARCH 10 TBA

GREAT CLERMONT TRIATHLON

SUNDAY MARCH 17 TBA

GRAN FONDO FLORIDA BIKE RIDES

SUNDAY MARCH 24 TBA

SPACECOAST TRIATHLON

SATURDAY APRIL 6 TBA

ESCAPE FROM FORT DESOTO TRI

SATURDAY APRIL 20 TBA

TAMPA BAY KIDS TRIATHLON

SATURDAY APRIL 20 8:00 AM

LAKE MINNEOLA SUNSET TRIATHLON

SATURDAY APRIL 27 7:30 AM

ST. ANTHONY'S MEEK AND MIGHTY TRIATHLON 2024 POOL SWIM

SUNDAY APRIL 28 TBA

ST. ANTHONY'S TRIATHLON 2024

SATURDAY MAY 11 TBA

GIRLZ ON FIRE TYRIATHLON

SUNDAY MAY 19 TBA

DUNEDIN ROTARY TRIATHLON

SUNDAY JUNE 30 TBA

TRI IF YOU DARE KIDS TRIATHLON

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TOPGUN TRIATHLON

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 14 TBA

TARPON SPRINGS TRIATHLON

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 17 TBA

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43rd Annual Driscoll's Strawberry Classic (runsignup.com)

TAMPA BAY RUNNERS PRESENTS

43rd Annual Driscoll’s Strawberry Classic March 23rd, 2024. For 43 years, we have been putting on a race that benefits our charities, our members and our community. Race benefits Local Meals on Wheels and Children’s Dream Fund. This Year Join Us for the 5k, 10k or 15k Distance Challenge (5k+10k). Those ambitious runners will be able to run both! Register now! Don’t forget to invite friends and family to join you in the fun!

RACE START TIMES

7:00am – 10k race start 8:30am - 5k race start 9:00am - 1 mile Strawberry Fun Run start All races begin at the Temple Terrace Elementary School

Age group - 3 deep for 5k and 10k races. 1 deep for 15k challenge Overall Winners - Awards for Male and Female in 5k, 10k and 15k challenge races Masters Winners - Awards for Male and Female in 5k and 10k races Finisher Medals - 5k and 10k race and 15k challenge race* Race t-shirts for all races! * If you complete the 15k challenge you will receive three medals.

VIRTUAL OPTION!

For those who are unable to attend the 2024 Driscoll’s Strawberry Classic Race in person, we have the virtual option. This option allows you to run at your own convenience wherever and whenever you choose to do it and still get all the race medals, shirts and bibs. (Virtual Race Packets can be picked up at the same time and locations as the live event.) Any packets remaining ( for Virtual runners only) will be mailed out Monday after the live event. Please note: Shirt sizes are only guaranteed if preregistered before March 1, 2024. After that time, the shirts will be available as noted.

Saturday, March 23, 2024 Temple Terrace Elementary School 124 Flotto Ave Temple Terrace, Florida 33617

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EARLY RACE PACKET PICKUP

There are several opportunities for you to pick up your race packages: • Thursday, March 21st from 5:00pm – 7:00pm

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Tips for Dealing with Low Back Pain in Runners Chris Arrigo, MS, ATC, PT Advanced Rehabilitation As many as 14% of American runners experience low back pain each year. So, on any given Saturday morning run, there are probably 100s of us that might have complaints of low back pain during the training season. I honestly hope that you are never one of those, but just in case, let’s arm you with some information should low back aches or pains arise during your training!

To be clear, treating low back pain is not the same for every person. Low back pain can stem from muscle asymmetries, low back mobility problems, strength deficits, nerve irritation, or structural changes in the spine.

For the sake of brevity, here are some red flags to be aware of. If you ever have any of there, seek a medical consult. , and then highlight some great ways that you can maintain a healthy back while running or walking.

RED FLAGS to be aware of include: Bowel or bladder dysfunction, unrelenting pain in any position, numbness and tingling below the knee, unexpected weight loss, acute pain lasting longer than 6 weeks. These are all reasons to immediately see your physician.

If you don’t have any of these red flags, let’s move on to and talk about great ways to maintain a healthy back as a runner.

There are four normal curves in the spine. They are displayed below. A goal for you is to maintain these normal curves in your daily activities, especially when running or during any other physical activity. Often the strain put on your spine is not from running as much as the strain which accumulates with your daily activities.

For example, sitting at a desk in a slouched posture, 40 hours per week can reduce the lumbar curvature and increase a forward head position and curvature in the upper back (thoracic curvature of your back). Just the strain on the spine from this repetitive poor posture can create pain. If this sounds like you, consider how you can protect your spine simply with improved posture and workplace ergonomics.

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Like almost every joint in the body, the spine benefits from maintaining a balanced combination of mobility and strength.

MOBILITY: A healthy spine should have full mobility in several directions (rotation, side bending, bending forward and backwards). Since running is generally in a forward motion, the primary motions to check are flexion and extension. Do you have enough lumbar motion to attain a full yoga cobra pose, as pictured, and to pull both knees to chest, as demonstrated, without pain? If you don’t, it may be worth working on this if it’s not painful.

STRENGTH: The strength needed to support the spine with running comes from the deep muscles of the abdominals, lumbar spine, and hips. These are the primary muscles we call the “core”. When these muscles are strong, the chances of injury are reduced. There are several ways to strengthen, but some basic examples, included here, are planks, side planks, and bridges. Have someone check your form and be sure your navel is drawing in toward your spine (but keep breathing!). A stable core provides your legs a better base from which to propel your body forward.

As always, if you have questions, call us, or just come see us at any of the Advanced Rehabilitation locations in the Tampa Bay Area. We will keep you moving – no matter what you do.

Contact Advanced Rehabilitation at (813) 250-1208 or www.advancedrehab.us with your injury prevention, maintenance, or rehabilitation needs!

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10 Daily TIPS to Live Healthy Grade yourself

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I have created this list of 10 daily minimums to do in an effort to maintain minimal good health. Please keep in mind these are MINIMUMS. We can always do better to reach optimal health. I want to emphasize if we meet ALL these daily minimum requirements then we will be well on our way to optimal health. As you read the list, give yourself a point for each one that you consistently meet daily. If you earn 10 then that is 100% and you are an A student. If you only reach 7 out of 10 then that is 70%, with a grade of C. So what kind of grade do you want to earn when it comes to your health? Do you want to be an A student, an average student, or a failing student when it comes to your health?

HEALTH DAYS

1. HOUR every hour get up and move for 5 minutes.

2. EAT raw fruits & veggies. 4 fist size fruits & 5 fist size raw veggies every day.

3. ATTITUDE of gratitude. Take a deep breathe in through your nose and out your nose and think of one thing you are grateful for.

4. LAUGH out LOUD. Don’t take things so seriously including yourself. Laugh at yourself 5. THINK Read for 10 minutes every day or solve a puzzle, sudoku, or problem 6. HYDRATE Drink your body weight in ounces of water a day. Drink 50% ~100% of your body weight in ounces daily. Do if you weight 100lbs drink 50-100 ounces of water a day 7. DAYLIGHT - Get outside 10 minutes. Vitamin D (from the sun) is essential for one’s mood and proper nutrient absorption. Oxygen from trees is the cleanest source o2.

8. 8 Sleep 8 hours.

9. YAY I get to exercise for 30 minutes every day.

10. SOCIALIZE -interact with a minimum of three people that you do not live with daily.

1. Move. Every hour stand up & move for 5 minutes. No matter how active you are in the morning if you spend the rest of your day sitting in front of a computer then this can be devasting to healthy circulation that your body needs. Good circulation is key so that oxygen is delivered to all your cells, muscles, tissues, and organs. Standing up and moving is essential to maintain healthy circulation.

2. Eat FOUR fist size servings of RAW fruits AND FIVE fist size servings of RAW veggies a day. Enzymes, nutrients, and vitamins help you rebuild cells you are damaging daily. The only source of vitamins, nutrients, and enzymes is in raw food. If you cook anything over 118 degrees then you are cooking the enzymes, nutrients, and vitamins out of the food. By eating 4 raw fruits AND 5 raw veggies you will also meet your daily minimum requirement of fiber.

Fiber is essential to maintain a healthy body weight by helping you eliminate waste in your body. Keep in mind after the food you eat has gone through your intestines and sits in the colon it is now toxic to your body. So, the

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longer your waste sits in your colon the more toxins are released in your blood stream and organs. Fiber helps you eliminate that waste.

3. An attitude of gratitude is paramount to our happiness, being positive, and having sound mental health. Take time to take a deep breath and be grateful for at least one thing each day.

4. Laugh out loud at least once daily! Laughing is a great stress relief. Laugh at yourself. Don’t take yourself so seriously. Choose happy positive lighthearted content to read, listen to, or watch on tv. Watch a comedy on TV over the news or a violent drama. I think we can all agree that we have only one opportunity to live our best life and that our happiness is paramount.

5. Think. Your brain is a muscle and like all muscles if you do not use it, you lose it. We need our synapses to fire, in an effort to maintain healthy cognitive functions. Read 10 minutes a day (try to read positive enriching content and stay away from the news) or learn something new every day (yes this counts) or solve a problem, puzzle, crossword, or sudoku.

6. Hydrate. Drinking water is key to maintain a healthy balance of electrolytes for normal organic function and circulation. To avoid dehydration, where your electrolytes are depleted and the consistency of your blood becomes viscous making it harder to pump blood through your body to all your muscles and organs, you must drink enough water. Drink 1/2 your body weight in ounces of water daily. If you weigh 150 lbs then drink 75 ounces of water daily. If you live in a hot humid climate like we do, then drinking 75% of your body weight is better. And if you are highly active and live in a hot humid climate then you should drink equal to your body weight in ounces daily. So, if you weigh 150 lbs you should aim to drink 150 ounces of water daily.

7. Get outside for at least 10 minutes every day. Get out in nature and breathe fresh air. Trees are the source of oxygen and fresh air is the best source of oxygen. Vitamin D (from the sun) is essential for one’s mood and proper nutrient absorption. The sun is the source of all energy so get outside and enjoy it. If you ever find yourself needing clarity or having a hard time in making a decision, go outside take a deep breath, and you will see the best choice will be clearer.

8. Sleep 8 hours a day. Sleep is vital to maintain a healthy endocrine system, so your hormones are in check. If your hormones are not in check and your cortisol levels are high, then you are stressing your body and stress has a detrimental response on the physiology of your body. When your body is stressed your arteries, capillaries, & veins are constricted making it harder to transport oxygen to all your organs including your brain keeping you from thinking clearly. Ideally, it’s best to sleep 8 hours at night so if you have to nap to add up to 8 solid hours per day then that is ok.

9. Yay I get to Exercise for a minimum of 30 minutes daily. Exercise is essential for countless reasons. Being sedentary is dangerous. We live very comfortable lives and none of us are working to live. None of us are growing our own food, hunting, or gathering our own food or running from prey. We must be active every day to promote healthy circulation. Elevating your heart rate to 75% of your maximum effort helps pump blood which carries oxygen to all your vital organs for healthy organic functions. For exercise to count, you should be working at an intensity of 75% of your perceived maximum exertion. You should be working so you are sweating because the main benefit of sweating is that you rid your body of toxins. So, if you can go run errands after you exercise without taking a shower and you are not embarrassed at how sweaty you are then that does not count as exercise.

10. Socialize. As human beings we have a strong need to connect with others and have a sense of belonging. Healthy relationships are a huge mood booster and help keep our hormone levels healthy. Interact in person with at least 3 people that you do not live with every day for at least 1 minute per person. Do your best to reach out and interact with people you find to be positive and are enriching relationships. Social media and texts do not count.

Phone calls, zooms, & face times can count. But in person human contact is best.

Written by USAT Coach Celia Dubey CoachCeliaDubey@gmail.com

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The Ultimate Support Utility Vehicle

Underneith a bold ergonomic design you’ll discover a plush, bump-isolating suspension, equipped with new Centerpath Technology, guiding and cushioning your stride like never before. Now it’s time to take on the open road.

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CHARLIE’S CHAMPS: CREATING ADAPTIVE BIKES FOR SPECIAL NEEDS KIDS

Brian is a practicing attorney, specializing in personal injury cases with a subspecialty representing cyclists in bike/ auto accidents. He is a lifelong resident of St. Petersburg, and has been active, as both a participant and race manager for in excess of thirty years. He has worked on all phases of race production, including being one of the early race directors of St. Anthony’s Triathlon; announces many races on the West Coast of Florida, and served the Florida Region on the National Board of Directors for USATriathlon for six years, and is the Past President of that Organization.

Brian is also on the Board/ Executive committee for the Frogman swim, proceeds of which benefit the Navy Seal Foundation providing multiple forms of assistance to families of Seals who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country.

He is married to Awilda, and remains active in our sports community as both a participant and as an announcer of triathlons, running events, and the Seal Frogman Swim across Tampa Bay. He can be reached at bch@bchfirm. com, or 727-515-9397.

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The St. Pete Bike Club has adopted Charlie’s Champs as a worthwhile non profit charity benefiting our community and Florida by providing creatively designed adaptive bikes so special needs children can enjoy the thrill of cycling. It’s a small (at this point) family started non profit, with a 501C3 (read tax deductible contributions) rating. In its short existence Charlie’s Champs has given away 75 adaptive bikes, with 20 in 2023. While biking costs vary greatly depending on the individual child’s needs, the average cost per bike is approximately $3,000.

Check out Charlie’s Champs on line. There are wonderful pictures of recipients and their bikes, along with a “Donate” button. They need the cycling community’s help to grow this project. What’s not to love: benefits special needs kids; allows them to experience what we cyclists love; any donations are fully tax deductible, and: EVERY PENNY DONATED GOES TO THE KIDS! Please help with a donation, volunteering, or otherwise offering to get involved. Do it today.

I’ll be writing more in the near future about how, with your help, Charlie’s Champs can benefit even more children waiting for their own bike riding experience.

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“ Is that Andrea H. wearing “Is that Celia Dubey and her husband Joel wearing Boston Bill Sunglasses? No wonder why Boston Bill Sunglasses ? No wonder Celia is 2015 USAT she won salesperson of the year award !

Duathlon Masters Na�onal Champion and female overall winner and age group champion!”

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The Dunedin Triathlon has been one of Florida's most desired and favorite sprint distance triathlons since its launch in 2004. The venue, Honeymoon Island State Park, has repeatedly been named one of the top beaches and travel des�na�ons worldwide.

Sprint Triathlon: Swim 0.25 Mile, Bike 12 Mile, Run 5K Sprint Duathlon: Run 5K, Bike 12 Mile, Run 5K Sprint AquaBike: Swim 0.25 Mile, Bike 12 Mile

Register Today: WWW.DUNEDINTRIATHLON.COM! Sponsorship and �olunteer Opportuni�es are available.

En�oy the park and free beer provided by Dunedin Brewery a�er the race.

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If You Are Running In Pain You Need a Change Gene Ulishney, BS HPE, CPED, BOCPED, ACSM MEMBER

Pain is not an inevitable result of running, but is most likely a result of altered, abnormal biomechanics caused by incorrect or poor performing running shoes for your specific needs.

Running is one of the oldest and most natural movements the human body can perform.

In recent history and with the advent of modern man’s unforgiving and hard surfaces, running shoes have replaced the soft grassy plains of the past. These specially designed shoes soften the blow under foot and can absorb a considerable amount of injury-causing impact. But, if not designed properly or fitted properly, these same shoes can also be the cause of pain and injury.

Today, the primary causes of footwear-related running pain and injuries are: too stiff, too soft, too much control, too little control, wrong shape and too old and worn out.

By too stiff I mean a shoe that is not flexible enough in the forefoot and not flexing in the proper place to accommodate the biomechanics of most feet placed inside it. A proper running shoe must begin flexing easily and specifically behind its widest point, at the balls of the foot, and then continues rolling through toe-off. It is what I like to call “flex and roll”. This action ensures proper shoe mechanics matching the biomechanics of the vast majority of runners. Ignoring this most important footwear quality will inevitably result in pain and overuse injuries. The chances of issues arising are directly related to intensity and the distance run. Neutral gaits may have lateral foot, knee, leg, and/or adductor/internal rotator issues. Overpronators may experience heel pain, shin, knee, medial leg and ankle, and other abductor/external rotator annoyances.

A shoe that is too soft is inherently less stable and wears out sooner. It will also stress the structures of the body by having the effect of “running in sand”. You will work harder and you will be slower. With each step, soft shoes take longer to compress and longer to return, resulting in more time being spent on the ground. Other effects include less efficiency, and excess motion, which may cause a variety of pains and possible injury.

Shoes with too much control for your gait risk injury to the lateral foot, ankle, knee and lateral side of the leg such as IT Band pain as well as pain in the adductor/internal rotator groups of muscles and tendons and long term, medial meniscus wear.

Shoes with too little control risk injury to the plantar fascia, knee, inside leg and the abductor/external rotator groups of muscles and tendons and lateral meniscus wear.

And lastly, the wrong shape shoe is the main cause of rubbing and blistering. These seemingly small issues can result in more serious problems due to usually unnoticed gait changes to avoid such painful areas.

Some points to keep in mind: all running shoes are not created equal; pain is not an unavoidable result of running; and persistent pain means you need a change. Before it gets the best of you, see your local running store for a gait and footwear reevaluation.

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TAMPA FIREFIGHTERS 5K

13TH ANNUAL A race to benefit pediatric burn survivors

Race Date: April 13, 2024 Check in begins at 6:30 am • 5K Race starts at 8am and 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:05 • Starting and Ending in front of the Tampa Firefighters Museum and Tampa Fire Rescue Headquarters 720 E. Zack St. Tampa, FL 33602 • Packet Pick-up available at: Tampa Firefighters Museum 4-7pm April 10th Tampa Firefighters Museum 11am-6pm April 12th Race Day Check-In at Tampa Firefighters Museum

Race Ticket includes: • Dri-Fit Shirt for 5K Runners only • Finisher medal to all participants • Post Race Party at Tampa Firefighters Museum • Free food and drinks, music, raffle, prizes • Fire Department apparatus on site • Chip timed 5K • Awards to overall Top Male and Female • Awards to top 3 in each age group

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TO RUN Registration Form (Please Print Clearly) Name ___________________________________Date of Birth ____________Age ____ M □ F □ Address ______________________________City, State Zip ____________________________ Phone _____________ Email ____________________________________________________ Race: □ 5K: Shirt Size: Youth (S/M / L) Adult (XS / S / M / L / XL / XXL) *Specify Mens or Ladies* (Race Day T-Shirt guaranteed for 5K runners if registered by March 25th

□ 1 Mile Fun Run: 1 Mile Fun Runners will receive a Medal (T-Shirts are for 5K runners only)

Entry Fee: 5K $30 until 2/29/2024 • $35 03/01/2024 to 4/12/2024 • $40 Day of Race Entry Fee: 1 Mile Fun Run $20.00 • $25 Day of Race Make Checks payable to Tampa Firefighters Charity Fund, Inc. and mail to 3116 N. Boulevard Tampa, Florida 33603 Credit card payment may be made at: runsignup.com Search: tampa firefighters Go to Tampafirefighters.com for links and more information. All entry fees are tax deductible.

Contact Lori Kristof with questions: (813) 229-7540 or lori@tampafirefighters.com

Waiver: In consideration of this entry, I, for myself, my heirs, devises, executors, administrators, and assigns hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims against, Tampa Firefighters Charity Fund, Inc., organization, sponsoring or conducting this event, or their employees, representatives, or successors, for any and all damages or injuries I may suffer. I hereby grant permission for the free use of my name and picture in any broadcast, brochure, or account of this event.

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HYPERBARIC OXYGEN CHAMBER THERAPY

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) delivers oxygen at a pressure greater than sea level atmospheric pressure while the patient is enclosed within a certified pressurized chamber.

The patient breathes oxygen while wearing a mask for approximately 60 minutes.

When red blood cells deliver only a limited supply of oxygen to tissue cells, negative physiological changes occur. Injuries, infections, and diseases can cause a drop in tissue oxygen level to almost zero. World-wide research confirms that breathing oxygen under pressure forces the oxygen to reach those tissues and body systems affected by injury, infection, or disease and accelerates the body’s healing process.

To schedule a hyperbaric chamber appointment, give us a call at 813-207-5027

5810 W Cypress St., Suite D, Tampa, FL 33607 813-207-5027 pctampabay@gmail.com

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City of Dunedin Parks & Recreation presents

Saturday May 4, 2024 8 am Hale Senior Activity Center

330 Douglas Avenue, Dunedin FL 34698 (across from TD Ballpark)

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Dry-Fit T-Shirt to the first 500 registered Pancake breakfast provided by the Kiwanis Club of Dunedin Chip Timing Awards to Top Male & Top Female Overall Awards to Top Male & Top Female Masters (40+) Awards to Top 3 Male & Female in each 5 year age group (9 & under to 70+)

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$25 through May 1; $30 as of May 2

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Available through May 3, 12 pm. Register at www.DunedinGov.com/payonline or www.active.com.

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• Dunedin Community Center • 727-812-4530 1920 Pinehurst Road, Dunedin FL • Hale Senior Activity Center • 727-298-3299 330 Douglas Avenue, Dunedin FL • MLK, Jr. Recreation Center • 727-738-2920 550 Laura Lane, Dunedin FL

► Race Day Registration:

Open from 7-7:45 am ONLY. We strongly encourage you to register ahead of time, either online or in person to avoid long waits and registration cut-offs.

► Packet Pick Up:

Thursday, May 2, 7 am - 8 pm Dunedin Community Center • 727-812-4530 1920 Pinehurst Road, Dunedin FL City of Dunedin Parks & Recreation 1920 Pinehurst Road, Dunedin FL 34698 www.DunedinGov.com • 727-812-4530

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Swimming alone in open water safety tips

Swimming alone in open water can pose significant risks and challenges that should not be underestimated. Here are ten important reasons why it is crucial to avoid swimming alone in open water: 1. Safety Concerns: In the event of an emergency, having a swimming partner or a support team can provide crucial assistance and support.

2. Risk of Accidents: Unforeseen accidents such as cramps, exhaustion, or sudden changes in weather can occur, and having someone with you can be critical for safety.

3. Navigation Difficulties: Open water can present challenges in terms of navigation, and having a companion can help ensure that swimmers stay on course.

4. Medical Emergencies: In the event of a medical emergency such as a heart attack or a seizure, having a companion can mean the difference between life and death.

5. Moral Support: Swimming long distances in open water can be mentally challenging, and having a companion can provide moral support and reduce feelings of isolation.

6. Wildlife Encounters: Open water is home to various forms of marine life, and swimmers may encounter wildlife that poses potential risks. Having a partner can provide an extra layer of safety in such instances.

7. Cold Water Immersion: In cold water, the risk of hypothermia increases, and having a swimming partner can be critical for recognizing and addressing symptoms of hypothermia.

8. Fatigue and Cramping: Long-distance open water swimming can lead to fatigue and cramping, and having a companion can provide aid if a swimmer becomes incapacitated.

9. Visibility: In open water, swimmers can be difficult to spot from a distance, and having a partner can improve visibility and safety for both swimmers and potential rescue teams.

10. Psychological Comfort: Having a swimming partner provides a sense of comfort and security, reducing anxiety and stress associated with open water swimming.

Ultimately, swimming alone in open water significantly increases the risk of potential hazards and emergencies. It is crucial for swimmers to prioritize safety by swimming with a partner or within the organized framework of a supervised event.

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2024 GAME ON! RACE EVENTS SCHEDULE Jan 6 Survive First Run for Responders 5K-Cocoa Jan 20 MLK5K & 10K - West Palm Beach Mar 3 game on! Marathon of the Treasure Coast Presented by Publix-stuart Mar 17 Game On! Palm Beaches Triathlon #1-singer island Mar 30 Game on! Run Singer Island Half Marathon & 10K Presented by Publix April 20 Wounded Veterans Relief Fund Running for Heroes 5K-jupiter May 19 Game On! Ponte Vedra Beach Triathlon #1-PONTE VEDRA BEACH June 9 Game On! Escape to Hutchinson Island Triathlon #1-Stuart July 4 Bill Bone 5K-West Palm Beach July 14 Game On! Treasure Coast Tri Presented by Publix-fort pierce July 28 Game On! Saint Augustine Triathlon-Vilano Beach Aug 11 Game On! Escape to Hutchinson Island Triathlon #2-Stuart Aug 18 Game On! Key Largo Triathlon Runs in GREEN Sept 8 Game On! Captiva Island Triathlon @ South Seas Resort Sept 15 Game On! Palm Beaches Triathlon #2-singer island Oct 6 Game On! Run Hutchinson Island Half Marathon & 10K Tri/Du/Aquabike in BLUE Oct 13 Game On! Ponte Vedra Beach Triathlon #2 Oct 20 The Bill Bone Tropical Triathlon-Lake Worth Oct 27 Game on! Suncoast International Triathlon-Fort de Soto Nov 3 Game On! Riverfront Tri @ Cocoa Presented by Publix Nov 28 Pelican Yacht Club Turkey Trot 5K-Fort Pierce Dec 1 game on! Treasure Coast Tri #FinishontheJetty-fort pierce

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$5 increase on Jan 31st and again on Feb 27th

Packet Pick up:

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- Food for people in need - Polio eradication - Youth educational programs

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Sunday, May 5, 2024 8:30 AM

15th ANNUAL

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The Joy of Open Water Swimming

By Pete Williams

M

ost people never learn to swim correctly. They take swim lessons at the age of 4 or 5. Once their parents realize the kiddos can tread water or doggie paddle, they figure that’s sufficient since the youngsters are unlikely to drown in a backyard pool or lake.

In reality, most only learn “survival swimming,” not actual swimming. If swimmers cannot swim one-quarter mile in open water, exhaling with their face in the water, they don’t know how to swim sufficiently to save their lives if necessary.

Many people take up triathlons as adults and realize what they thought was swimming is not enough to navigate a quarter-mile open-water swim.

Join the club. That was me until my late thirties. Fortunately, I joined a master’s swim program, where I learned to swim under Coach Joe Biondi, like many people in the Tampa Bay area. While the more experienced swimmers in the group went through their daily workout, Joe focused on me for several weeks – I came Monday through Friday for a month – until I was swimming correctly and could follow the same training.

Most athletes who get into triathlon do so from a running or cycling background and come to dread the swim. That’s a shame since swimming has many advantages over the other two disciplines.

For starters, swimming is a lifelong sport. Swimming injuries are rare, unlike running, which produces overuse injuries and chronic ailments. Swimming is not as dangerous as cycling, where cyclists must dodge distracted and drunk drivers. If you’ve lived in Central Florida for any length of time, you know people who have been killed or seriously injured because of the carelessness of drivers.

Swimming is also inexpensive, requiring just goggles, a swim cap, and a swimsuit. Even a swimsuit isn’t always necessary here in Florida, given the number of clothing-optional beaches and resorts we have.

The Tampa Bay area might be the best place for open-water swimming between the year-round warm weather and water temperatures, calm Gulf of Mexico waters, and our beautiful sandy beaches. There’s a reason the area hosts so many triathlons.

Some people find swimming in the ocean intimidating. Unlike swimming pools, there are no lane dividers or black lines at the bottom to keep you swimming straight. Waves add to the degree of difficulty. There’s the remote possibility of encountering a shark – or gators and snakes in some fresh-water lakes and rivers - and the more realistic chance of brushing up against a jellyfish.

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Most swimmers are willing to take their chances, making open water swimming one of the fastest-growing sports in North America. It’s important to pay attention to the weather, not go out under the threat of a storm or high wind conditions, swim with others, and wear a bright-colored swim cap to be visible to boaters and other swimmers. Many swimmers also wear brightly-colored swim buoys, small inflatables attached to the waist that provide added visibility, and also contain a small pouch to store a small bottle of water or energy gel.

In the recent book “The Watermen,” author Michael Loynd chronicles the early days of swimming in the U.S., noting that in the early 1900s, more than 70 percent of Americans could not swim. In 1904, all but 321 of 1,358 passengers aboard the PS Slocum passenger ship perished when the boat caught fire in New York City’s East River. Most of those on board were women and children, and most drowned because they could not swim, even though the boat sank close to shore in mid-June when the water was warm.

Young parents should have their kids participate on a swim team for one summer. The kids might never become competitive swimmers, but at least they learn all four strokes and, like riding a bike, will have those skills for life. If nothing else, they’ll be sufficiently skilled to participate on their high school swim teams.

Plus, they won’t have to learn to swim properly as adults.

Swimming is one of those sports like golf or tennis that adults resist since they figure the learning curve is too steep. Learning as an adult can be more challenging – I was 37 when I finally learned proper technique - but the effort of swimming is worth it since it’s not just a sport. It’s a survival skill, a social activity, and a rigorous workout wrapped in one.

Pete Williams is a NASM-certified personal trainer who writes about fitness and performance living at ToLiveLean.com

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RUNNING WITH SCIATIC PAIN:

By Dr. Tommy Rhee

Navigating the Road to Relief INTRODUCTION:

2. Warm-Up and Stretching: Prioritize a thorough warm-up

Sciatic pain, stemming from the irritation of the sciatic nerve,

routine to prepare your muscles and joints for the

can be a formidable hurdle for runners. While the pounding

demands of running. Focus on stretches that target the

of feet against pavement may seem counterintuitive, the

lower back, hips, and hamstrings to promote flexibility and

relationship between running and sciatic pain is nuanced.

reduce tension on the sciatic nerve.

Understanding this complex dynamic is crucial for runners seeking relief and a way to continue their passion without

3. Modify Your Running Form: Consider adjusting your

exacerbating their discomfort.

running form to minimize impact. Shortening your stride, landing on the midfoot, and maintaining an upright posture

THE SCIENCE BEHIND SCIATIC PAIN:

can help reduce stress on the lower back and alleviate

The sciatic nerve, the longest nerve in the human body,

sciatic pain.

runs from the lower back, through the buttocks, and down each leg. When this nerve is compressed or irritated, it can

4. Cross-Training: Integrate low-impact exercises like

lead to the sharp, shooting pain characteristic of sciatica.

swimming, cycling, or elliptical training into your routine.

Common causes include herniated discs, spinal stenosis,

These activities provide cardiovascular benefits without

or muscle imbalances. Despite the challenges, many

the impact associated with running, allowing for active

runners find ways to manage their symptoms and even

recovery.

use running as a tool in their recovery.

5. Listen to Your Body: Pay close attention to your body's THE ROLE OF RUNNING:

signals. If running exacerbates your sciatic pain, consider

Surprisingly, running can either alleviate or exacerbate

alternative forms of exercise or modify your routine.

sciatic pain, depending on the individual and their

Ignoring warning signs can lead to prolonged recovery and

condition.

worsened symptoms.

For

some,

the

endorphin

release

and

cardiovascular benefits of running can help reduce inflammation and alleviate discomfort. However, for

Conclusion:

others, the repetitive impact and jarring motion of running

Running with sciatic pain requires a delicate balance

can worsen symptoms.

between maintaining an active lifestyle and preventing further discomfort. We at Physical Chiropractic of Tampa

TIPS FOR RUNNING WITH SCIATIC PAIN:

Bay understands Sciatic Pain and can help you with joy of

1. Consult with a Professional: Before lacing up your

running.

running shoes, consult with a healthcare professional to diagnose the cause of your sciatic pain. Understanding the root of the issue is crucial for developing an effective treatment plan.

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