Mary Maddox
I've been a running mom for almost two years now. After having my second baby, running gave me a way to focus on myself and lose that baby weight. It has not only made me physically stronger, it has made me emotionally and mentally stronger too. All of these improvements make me a better wife and a better mom!
"Empower yourself and others. Live your life with motivation. Live your life in motion!" ~ Mary Maddox
Malone May 5k - May 12, 2012
Please join us for the 1st Annual Malone May 5K on Saturday, May 12, 2012. It is sponsored by the Northeast Jackson County Optimist Club. This race is being held to raise funds for the children of Jackson County:
CHRISTMAS FOR NEEDY CHILDREN
ORATORICAL and ESSAY COMPETITIONS
STUDENT OF THE MONTH / YEAR PROGRAMS
HONOR ROLL ACTIVITIES
SPORTS BANQUETS
and SCHOLARSHIPS
The race will start at the beautiful Johnny Williams Park, at 5474 11th St., Malone, FL. Trophies will be given to the top overall female and male runners and prizes will go to the top 3 in each age group for female and male runners. Registration before April 24th is just $15. T-shirts are guaranteed for those registered before April 24th. Registration after the 24th and up to race day is $20. On the day of the race, registration will be from 7:00 -7:45 and the race begins at 8:00 am. For more information, please contact Marcy Murdock @ 209-1813 or Liz Jackson @ 557-8637.
We hope to see you at this fun filled family event! Click here for race registration form. Also be on the look out for registration forms at local area businesses. Thank you in advance for supporting the Northeast Jackson County Optimist Club and the children of Jackson County.
Building Strong Families Triathlon and Duathlon 2011
Please come join us on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 7:00 AM, at the Blue Springs Recreation Park, 5461 Blue Springs Road, in Marianna, Florida for this great event to support Building Strong Families!
Click here to register online at Active.com!
Click here to download the registration form!
Sprint Triathlon: $45.00, 1/4 mile swim, 10 mile bike, 5k run
Relay Team Sprint Triathlon: $95.00
Sprint Duathlon: $45.00, 1 1/2 mile run, 10 mile bike, 5k run
5k Run: $25.00
The transition area opens at 5:00 am CST. Race packet pick up and body marking start at 5:00 am CST as well. Only body marked athletes will be allowed to enter the transition area. Awards start as soon as the last athlete crosses the finish line. Enjoy barbecue while you wait!
Awards Categories *Male and Female Overall (1st) *Male and Female Age Groups (1st, 2nd, 3rd) 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & up) *Male, Female, and Coed Teams (1st Place)
Registrations are non-transferable and non-refundable. Transfers or refunds only available in case of military orders. If the event is canceled due to severe weather, fees will not be refunded. Registration Closing Date: Saturday, August 20, 2011 @ 11:59 PM - NO race day registration!
It's Time for Springtime 10k/5k/1 mile!
The Springtime 10k/5k are USATF certified courses that begin with a 3/4 mile downhill stretch, cover rolling hills through the beautiful Meyers Park neighborhood and finish flat and fast one half mile from the start area. The 1 miler is mostly downhill beginning and ending in the same place as the Springtime 10k/5k courses.
Time and Place: Saturday April 2, 2010. Tallahassee, FL
Springtime 10k - 8:10 a.m.
Target Copy 1-miler - 7:45 a.m.
Publix 5k fun run/walk - 8:10 a.m.
Race day registration will begin at 6:45 a.m. Race registration and starting line are located downtown in front of the County Courthouse on Monroe Street. Please visit GWTC's website at www.gulfwinds.org to download a registration form for the race or go to active.com for online registration. More information about awards and post-race events are also available at the GWTC website;or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Judy Alexander at (850)383-1361.
2010 Winners
Springtime10k
5k
1 Mile
3rd Annual Smiling Pig 5k Run/Walk, April 16th, 2011
Come join us for the 3rd Annual Smiling Pig 5k Run/Walk (3.1 miles) in Marianna, Florida. The event will be Saturday April 16, 2011 during our 8th Annual Marianna Arts Festival.
All ages allowed. Leashed Pets allowed. Wheelchair Division!
Register by April 8 and save $7.00. Or register on race day starting at 6:40 a.m.- 7:40 a.m. at Citizens Lodge. You may download the application here.
Trophies given to top 3 females and males. Awards given to top 3 females and males in each age group. No duplicates. Bring the family and come join the fun.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: THERE WILL BE A BOOTH SET UP AT THE MARIANNA ARTS FESTIVAL FRIDAY EVENING (April 15) FROM 5:30PM-7:30PM FOR PRE-REGISTERED RUNNERS TO PICK UP THEIR RACE PACKETS AND ALSO TO PRE-REGISTER IF NEEDED. SIGN UP NOW TO RESERVE YOUR TSHIRT AND GIVEAWAY RACE PACKET!!
Covenant Hospice and Fireman's Ladder Scatter 5k Run/Walk
Please join us Saturday, November 6, 2010 at 9 a.m. for the Convenant Hospice & Fireman's Ladder Scatter 5k Run/Walk at 4215 Kelson Ave Suite C Marianna, FL 32446.
Click here for the Registration form
Click here for the Course MapCovenant Hospice and the Marianna fire department have joined together to promote a healthy awareness of National Hospice Month by sponsoring a 5k Run/Walk and a free children's fun run. Businesses with 5 or more participants registered by October 15th will receive a free logo on the back of the race t-shirt.
Entry fee is $15.00 in advance:late entry after November 1, 2010 will be $20.00. T-shirt, race packet and lunch is guarunteed for runners registered before November 1, 2010! Water bottles will be given for the children participating in the 1 mile fun run. A Bar-b-que lunch will be provided by George Gay and Marianna Fire Department for $5.00 each on race day.
Awards will be given to the overall top 3 male and female in ALL age groups. Also to overall top male and female. Age groups will be 14 & under, 15-20, 21-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60 & up, and a wheeled division.
For additional information please contact Merian Milton at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Terri Glass at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 850-482-8520/ toll free 888-817-2191. You can also visit www.active.com or for course information please contact Margo Lamb at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Thoughts From a Runner
A good friend of mine sent me some thoughts her husband recently wrote down after one of his morning runs. I thought I'd share.
Gentlemen...Friends...Fellow Runners!
May is here. The snow has long since melted. And the weather is pristine.The early morning temperature was a cool, comfortable 63 degrees with a slight early morning breeze. The birds were singing and the traffic noise was at an all time low. The sun was peeking through the early morning clouds soon to dissipate throughout the day. It was 5:30am and I was hitting the pavement. 3 miles of continuous 'thumping' like a rhythmic metronome playing on a piano. There is nothing better than to see your neighbors driving by on their way to work, looking at you as if you are crazy. There is no better way to celebrate the day than an early morning run.
Gentlemen...winter is long gone...spring is here...summer is soon approaching. Just like the old Tiger Woods' commercial..."I am Tiger Woods!" Allow me to introduce myself, "I am Craig Seba!" No excuses!!! Get your butt out there and run!!!
Education for Life 5k in Support of Southern Scholarship Foundation
Please join us in supporting Southern Scholarship Foundation by running the "Education for Life" 5k. Southern Scholarship Foundation (SSF) provides rent-free housing to financially and academically eligible students who attend Florida State University, University of Florida, Florida A&M University or Florida Gulf Coast University. SSF currently operates 25 scholarship houses for 411 students across the four campuses, providing qualified students rent-free housing during their four years of college.
Race Day - Saturday, April 24, 2010
On-Site Registration begins at 7:00 a.m.
Race starts at 8:00 a.m.
Awards for Overall and Age Group
-$15 Registration with T-Shirt
-$12 Registration without T-Shirt
Register online at www.Active.com - ends April 22
More information and mail-in registration:
www.southernscholarship.org.
If you are unable to attend the 5k but feel this is a cause worth supporting. Visit SSF's website and make a donation online!
Falling Behind On My Training - The Usual
As usual I find myself falling behind on my training. Not sure who I am kidding...I might be considered a newbie again at this rate. The 15k is quickly approaching in May. I haven't ran much over the last three months due to the stress fracture and time constraints. Here is the modified plan (I modified it yesterday to match the time I have left) that I am going to use. I think I might be able to speed up weeks 1-3 and add more time at the end...but who am I kidding, t-ball and other activities including spring break will pop up during the middle of this plan. I hope to be able to finish this as is and enjoy the Biltmore run!
Happy Running!
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It's Time for Springtime!
As the Dogwood trees and Azaleas begin to bloom and winter gives way to spring, Tallahassee, FL area runners know this means it is time for Gulf Winds Track Club's (GWTC) 35th annual Springtime 10k/5k/1mi event. This is GWTC’s downtown springtime event, and you shouldn't miss it.
The Springtime 10k/5k are USATF certified courses that begin with a 3/4 mile downhill stretch, cover rolling hills through the beautiful Meyers Park neighborhood and finish flat and fast one half mile from the start area. The 1 miler is mostly downhill beginning and ending in the same place as the Springtime 10k/5k courses.
Time and Place: Saturday March 27, 2010. Tallahassee, FL
Springtime 10k - 8:10 a.m.
Target Copy 1-miler - 7:45 a.m.
Publix 5k fun run/walk - 8:10 a.m.
Race day registration will begin at 6:45 a.m. Race registration and starting line are located downtown in front of the County Courthouse on Monroe Street. Please visit GWTC's website at www.gulfwinds.org to download a registration form for the race. More information about awards and post-race events are also available at the GWTC website.
Running Moms Inc. Board of Directors
Edna Alford
PRESIDENT
Mary Maddox
VICE PRESIDENT
Kristy Edwards
SECRETARY
Paige White
TREASURER
DIRECTORS-AT-LARGE:
Nikki Sims
Margo Lamb
