Photo: Women’s Running Series
The countdown is on for the Women’s Running Series Nashville 5K/Half Marathon! I’m so excited because this will be my first Women’s Running Series race and my fifth half marathon. I’ve heard great things about this series and I look forward to sharing the pavement with all of the awesome ladies (and gents) and other Half Fanatics! Yes, the series is open to both men and women participants—but sorry men, age group, and overall awards will be given to female participants only and you can’t start in the first corral. But, that’s okay! You still get a sweet finisher’s medal.
— Women’sRunningSeries (@RunWRS) July 27, 2014
The Women’s Running Series is walker friendly and for athletes of all speeds and sizes! All you have to do is maintain a 18 minute per mile or less and you’re good to go! I love races like these because there’s not so much pressure. There are certain races that I like to be more focused about pace/time, but this race I want to have fun and enjoy the course! I love to take photos too! Yes, I’m the young lady in the sparkle skirt on the course taking selfies. Running should be fun, right!? Anything to take my mind off of the miles ahead is fun to me. I’ll leave the stuffiness to the “elites”. Just sayin’…
RunWRS Perks:
- Shop your heart out at the Health & Fitness Expotique
- Take home your well deserved Finisher’s Medal and exclusive charm!
- Run our scenic half marathon & 5k courses with stunning city views.
- Celebrate at the finish line festival featuring a Sweet Retreat, Freshen Up Lounge & Champagne toast!
Here’s a sneak peek of the finisher’s medal!
Oh this sound like a fun race, for sure. I never knew that marathons & half marathons where you can maintain a slower pace existed. That would be a great starting race for beginners! Have fun =)
Yes! Most races have increased their pace requirement because they attract a lot of runners, wunners (walk run/Galloway/interval runners), walkers, charity groups, etc. 4 who are not participating competitively so it gives them time to enjoy and finish the race! I think those make up for the large majority of registrants.
how awesome! i’m training for my first 5K, this one sounds awesome!!