Let The Adventures Begin!

Thanks to a great response, we now have several people who have agreed to blog about their training and goals for the RAP River Run. We hope you follow along and give them lots of support as they work hard to achieve their goals. Hopefully, they will also inspire others to do the same.

Here's a little information about a few of our guest bloggers.

Ginny Pierce: Ginny blogged last year about doing the RAP River Run after two knee replacements and barely being able to stand the year before. She's back again and after again dealing with health issues, she is ready to tackle the 2010 RAP River Run with her amazing will and great spirit.

Tory DeWaters: In the past year, Tory was diagnosed with breast cancer. She has undergone surgery, aggressive chemotherapy and now is enduring radiation. But, she is determined to complete the 5K at the RAP River Run. Her story is one of great determination and inspiration.

Mary Rozycki: In March of 2009, Mary made a life changing decision to get healthy and fit. Today, 60lbs lighter, Mary is following the couch to 5K training plan and will run her first 5K at RAP River Run. Mary's story will show us that anything is possible when we put our minds to it.

Our bloggers will be updating us very frequently so check back often. Be sure to give them encouragement and join in on the conversations.

The 3rd Annual RAP River Run Is Getting Closer!

It's hard to believe, but the 3rd Annual RAP River Run is less than 90 days away. With the weather finally turning warmer, it's time to get out and start training whether you are going to run or walk.

Planning for the race is in high gear, and this year's race promises to be bigger and better than ever. Some of the things planned for this year include:

- Race fees that have not gone up! RAP River Run is still the best bargain in town at $15 for the 5K and $10 for the One Mile Fun Run. We haven't raised prices since our inaugural race.

- A One Mile Fun Run that will be chip timed and will start at 7:30. Now you can do both the One Mile and the 5K!

- Vendors/Expo. Be sure to bring some money along with your running shoes. We will be having vendors at Sims Park offering a wide variety of items

- Post Race Party by Carrabba's in Lutz. Carrabba's has handled the post race party since the inaugural run. Sugar n'Spice will be back this year too with lots of post race goodies.

- Collection boxes for shoes. These shoes will be distributed to those in need in the Tampa Bay area. We'll also be posting collection locations shortly.

- We're on Facebook! Become a fan and get updated with all the latest news, training tips and more. And, we're giving away free race entries to our Facebook fans. Become a fan at www.facebook.com/rapriverrun

We're also looking for guest bloggers. If RAP River Run is your first 5K run or walk or if you are trying to achieve a fitness goal by race time or have any other story you'd like to share, please comment to this blog or send an email to pat@pattersonmarketing.com