Cherry Tree 10 Miler Relay Race Report (2013)
First race of the year!
The Cherry Tree 10 Miler in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, was my first race of the year last year too! Only last year, I ran the relay with Gina and her brother-in-law, Greg. Immediately when we finished the race last year, we said we should get together two teams for this year – the wives, their husbands, and their brothers. So, we had The Relayteds – Team A: Gina, her husband, Steve, and his brother, Greg, and The Relayteds – Team S: me, Steven and his brother, Andrew!
What a treat that all of us were able to run the race, and that Andrew was able to come out from Kansas City!
This was my first goal race of the year. I started speedwork in January and tried to eat a bit healthier to see what I could do at this race… as a gauge for my goal* 5K next Sunday! The course is interesting – a downhill, an uphill at mile 1.75, then a downhill finish.
So, flying, pushing, flying. Luckily, it was sunny out and there was no snow on the ground. Only 25+ mph winds! Ha ha ha! And I only noticed them on the hill (<– of course)!
Steven ran the first leg and Andrew ran the second. Steven ended up running most of the race with Gina, and Andrew and Greg were really close too, so Steve and I took off together! Ahh! Close race!
Our team finished in 1:34:26 and the other team finished just a bit behind us! Great timing! Everyone was really pleased with their results – Steven got a great second wind (and after a week of being sick!) and Andrew’s last third of a mile was in the 8:00s!
My goal was an 8:00 average pace and I ran just a bit faster and felt great. I think I’m ready to push it at next week’s 5K!*
Have you run your first race of the year yet?
I love running in the winter and it feels a bit late to wait until February for my first race! But, the snowshoe race I wanted to run in January didn’t quite work… since there was no snow! Ha!
After the race we hit up Dun-Well Doughnuts. Sigh. Best doughnuts ever… and they’re vegan! Should I post some more food pics from NYC? I sure do have a lot! And they’re all fancy pants, since Steven’s been doing all the photo taking this trip. And how nice that is – it’s usually me taking all the shots! Who’s the photographer on your trips?
*It looks like the field will be more competitive this year so I won’t meet my 1st in AG goal. Maybe I’ll go for a course record? Not sure what my new goal should be!
Themocracy
No races yet, but Laima and I are looking around. Since I’ve been CrossFitting more than running, I’m in no hurry to find anything. 🙂
Great job on the race! I hope you kill the 5k next weekend! And Vegan donuts! Wow didn’t even know they made those!
I wish they made them everywhere!!! 🙂
Ahhh, I love those pants! And I’m pretty sure the matching orange ensembles is what gave your team the edge 🙂 Way to beat your goal pace though, that’s awesome! My first race of the year isn’t until the Shamrock Shuffle – I’m looking for a PR over my December 8k time (which seems pretty likely), but I’m more excited for my first 5k of the year at the end of April, because it’s a super fun neighborhood race, and I’m looking to beat last year’s time by a few minutes.
Bob and I both take pictures when we travel, but I definitely do the bulk of it. I think I just like taking pictures more, so that’s why I end up doing it.
Thank you! It must have been the orange.
You are going to KILL your 8K and your 5K!!!!
Awesome job with your race! Those doughnuts look like a great celebratory meal. 🙂 I’ve never been to NYC, but I’m sure there’s some amazing food there. I’d love to see more of your photos! I haven’t run my first race yet and I’m itching to get one in. I have a half at the end of March, but I keep looking for something to sign up for before that.
Cool! Which half is it? You probably already posted and I am blanking out. 🙂
I will post some more pics! 🙂
I’m running the Egg Shell Half in Elk Grove on March 30th. 🙂
Cool! I know a few other bloggers doing that one! I thought about running it too, but have a guest that weekend 🙂
Sounds like a great first race of the year and that you are definitely ready for your next 5K!
I remember when you did this race last year. Love the matching outfits, and those spandex are pretty awesome. You’re goin to do amazing at your 5k! Can’t wait to hear about it.
Aww! Thanks for remembering me Coach!!! Think it will be less windy at my 5K this year? Ha ha ha ha 🙂
Looks like a fun race, and mmm…donuts!
Congrats on a great race! And those donuts look AMAZING. I vote yes to more food pics from NYC 🙂
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Y’all looked cute and it looks like you had a great time!!! I am so glad that Steven was feeling better and that’s awesome that he ran with Gina!! YAY for your great pace!! Your team names crack me up and I think both teams did fantastic!! Yes, post more food pics!!!
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Congrats Ms Speedy! Looks like a fun time. I’ve never done a relay and that looks awesome!
Those donuts look delicious- please tell me you brought some back…
I LOvE your crazy tights! 🙂
I so wish I could bring some donuts back! Unfortunately, we tried them the next day and they were stale and no where near as good. However, I will be mailing some bagels back home. LOL!
Great race, you’re going to rock the 5k next weekend! Also, love your tights 🙂
Way to go speedy! Looks like a fun time with family and friends! I did my first race of the year last Saturday – trying to get up a race recap as we speak!
Super good luck at your 5k. I’m sure you’ll just kill it!
Yes! I want to hear all about your TX race!!!
Way to go! Sounds like you had a really strong pace.
I’ve finally found a 10K in March that looks like a good first race of the year. I kept thinking about a half-marathon, but the timing just hasn’t worked out. It feels like it’s been a long time since a ‘real’ race, and I guess it will have been a long break.
Isn’t it interesting how it feels so long to go w/o a race?! Who would’ve thunk?!
I want to hear more about the 10K! 🙂 How is your PF?
Awesome job, everyone! Those are some killer 10 mile times, for sure.
Sigh. If all the speedy people come out I won’t be able to reclaim my AG place next week. Although, I haven’t really been doing any 5K training so it probably was a foregone conclusion anyway.
Let’s just see what we can do at Frosty?! 🙁 I am kind of bummed about it all 😉
Maybe we should run our fast 5Ks then tack on your long run after? 😉
Love those pants 🙂
And way to go on the speedy pace!
Congratulations! Racing 2013 seems to have started well 🙂 I’m not such a big fan of donuts, but people tell me that it’s only because I haven’t tried the donuts towards the east side of the country.
Hmm, I wonder which side of the country has the best! There are definitely different levels of quality! I like to make baked ones at home 🙂
Wow….where are those running tights from?!?! I think just wearing those makes you run faster. Great job!!
They are from Kohl’s 🙂
Awesome job!! Those pants are crazy!!
Congrats! So totally jealous you are in my hometown:-) So proud of you guys for doing this. yes, more food pics please. and pete’s our family photog.
When are you going back to NYC? 🙂
Ok, those pants are hella awesome. Oh, and great job on the race too 😉
Thanks! 🙂 And thanks for the comment! I gotta check out your blog 🙂
Congrats to all of you! What a fun time! Love the orange and look at those awesome tights! If I relied on the Caveman for pics, we would have none. NYC eats are the best!
Dude, I will first say, those are some freaking awesome tights!!! LOVE!!
You totally rocked it, and I’m sure you’re gonna rock it for the 5K!!
My “maybe” race is a local 10 miler next month. I plan to demolish it!! I’ve been feeling strong, but March is tricky here, so it may be too warm for a good fast pace.
My hubby is the picture taker. I suck. I mean for real suck. If I didn’t have him, we would never have any pics of anything!
Thanks! 🙂
Ooo, a 10 miler! I’ve only done one but thought it was a really fun distance! I hope you have good temps! 🙂
Awesome job!! Looks like you guys had tons of fun!!! Those donuts look yummy!!! I ran my first race of the year on new years day…got it over with right away. I am a big picture taker of course when I travel alone I have to be the one to take pictures. 🙂
Great job on your race! How nice that both teams were about the same pace.
Yay! Great job! It was excellent to see you on that cold and blustery day.
It was! So happy we got to meet up! How are you feeling post race? 🙂
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I am glad you had a good time at our race. Hope to see you again next year.
All of those doughnuts are vegan? They look really good…. and I bet they taste great, too.
As for photo taking, it’s almost always me. I have a few cameras (iPhone included) that are with me most of the time.
They are! There is this SUPER GOOD vegan doughnut place in Brooklyn that I beg our friends to take us to when we visit!
I’m not surprised you’re the camera man 🙂