St. Patrick's Day run

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The weather for St. Patrick’s Day can be quite unpredictable. It might be sunny and warm, or –7 °C with snow on the ground as it turned out to be this year. That did not stop the many participants from dressing up for the occasion in suitable green attire. Which only makes sense, since the run is in aid of the Ottawa Irish Rugby Club.

When we arrived at Immaculata High School, there was quite a crowd already assembling in the gym. José was there, camera in hand, to get us together for a group photo before the run.

Peter and Roger were running in the 5 km race, which started at 9:00 am and ran down Colonel By Drive to Seneca and back. There was snow on the course from the previous night; however, by the time they and the other 250 people who ran it were done, they had kindly cleared a bit of a path for the 10 km group that followed.

Daniel, Natalie, Andy, Catherine, and I were part of the 385 who lined up for the start of the 10 km race. It felt good to be part of a group whose members were all running at their own speed, but with the common purpose of having a good run and enjoying the day.

After the run, we headed back into the gym for some much appreciated refreshments and a chance to meet up with everyone else.

These smaller races are a great way to get some experience running in a timed race. They also can give our training a boost by adding some excitement to a running schedule that can sometimes be routine. Think of it as a social event where you get some exercise and the money goes to support a good cause. There is the added benefit that they usually feed you afterwards as well!

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