SEPTEMBER 2013

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Running for a Reason

The great thing about finding a 5K or a 10K or even a marathon to register and train for is the added benefit of helping a charity. There are some big events, like the Komen Race for the Cure, that are nationally known and raise a lot of money. There are also those small local runs that help raise money for a school or program. So the next time you cross the finish line of the race and feel good about your run, giver yourself an extra pat on the back for the cause you supported that day.

To find a race in your area please visit www.RunGeorgia.com.

News and Happenings

Ironman coming to Chattanooga

While the focus of RunGeorgia is mostly Georgia and mostly running, we sometimes step outside of the border when something will make an impact in the state.

Last week Ironman Triathlon announced that their next new venue in series will be Chattanooga, TN. This is great news for Georgians as it gives locals another venue within close driving distance. Ironman Florida in Panama City has been the closest venue (about a 5 hour drive), the Chattanooga venue is a quick 2 hour drive up I75.

Many triathletes have traveled to Chattanooga for the sprint and international distance triathlons that are held each summer. This should be a great venue for the Ironman and many Georgians have already expressed excitement with the announcement.

Ironman Chattanooga inaugural race will be held September 28, 2014 - the 11th race in the Ironman U.S. Series.

From the Ironman press release, CEO Andrew Messick comments on the new venue: "We selected Chattanooga as it is a beautiful city and a premier outdoor sports destination. We are thrilled to bring Ironman here and to partner with the city to deliver a top level event.

The race will begin with a single loop, 2.4 mile swim in the Tennessee River, followed by a two loop bike ride for the 112 mile trek and then a two-and-a-half loop course for the marathon. The official charity of the event will be the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America.

General entry registrations will begin Wednesday, September 4 at 12:00 p.m. General entry cost will be $650.

For more information go to Ironman Chattanooga.

COACH MIKE MEAD MONTHLY ARTICLE

Training and Racing for Purpose...

"So, how is your training going?" That is the typical question I pose to my distance athletes throughout the year and particularly during the summer. And most summers I am always disappointed in many of their replies.

They are training, but not to the level they need to make long steady improvement within the season arrives...

Read more here....

Reminder: Coach Mead has written more than 100 articles for RunGeorgia. Please check out the archive page for all past articles.

SPOTLIGHT RACE OF THE MONTH

September 21 - Walk of HEROes 5K - Atlanta
Held at Kirkwood Center in Atlanta, the 7th Annual running of the Walk of HEROes 5K and Tot Trot is being held September 21. The run raises support for DeKalb Community Service Board's mental health, substance addition and developmental disabilities services. The 5K is a Peachtree qualifier.
Find out more about the race...click here.

September 28 - R4G 5K & 10K - Tucker
The R4G (Race 4 Grace) is held at St. Andrews Presbyterian in Tucker. The 5K/10K is a Peachtree qualifier. A tot trot is also available. The race will include chip timing and short sleeve tech shirts. The funds go to support the senior high youth group missions at St. Andrews. The missions have taken the group to help those in New Orleans, Florida, Honduras and more.
Find out more about the race...click here.

SPOTLIGHT OF THE MONTH
Running Clubs

Looking for a group to run with? Need some people to help you train for your next race? RunGeorgia has a great list of running clubs throughout Georgia.

Clubs from Atlanta to Savannah and everywhere in between are listed. So there is probably a club near you listed! Groups for singles, for women, for marathoners, for kids and much more are also listed.

A few of the great clubs listed include: the Golden Isles Track Club in St. Simons Island, the Douglas County Rogue Runners, the Macon Tracks Running Club, the Peachtree City Running Club, the Augusta Striders, and much more!

For those that head a running club, please check the club page to make sure your club is listed and/or the info on the page is correct. Thanks!

Click here to read find a club close to you!

SPECIAL OFFERS

- OCTOBER 26 - Run or Dye - Macon
- NOVEMBER 19 - Run or Dye - Augusta
- DECEMBER 7 - Run or Dye - Atlanta
Use code RUNGEORGIA for $10 off any of the above.

- SEPTEMBER 28 - UQuest
$10 off. Just use the code RUNGEORGIA when registering.

- OCTOBER 5 - Firefly Run 5K - Atlanta
20% off. Use code FSS13

- OCTOBER 26 - Special Ops Series in Serenbe
10% off registration when you use the code SOSGEORGIA

- NOV 16: Great City Race
$10 off your registration, use the code RUNGEORGIA.

Premier Listings

Monday, September 2
- Big Peach Sizzler 10K - Chamblee
- Action Dash 5K - Multiple Cities
- Kicking Childhood Cancer 5K/1K - Cumming
- Labor Day 5K/10K Run for Autism - Cumming
Sunday, September 8
- RPM 9/11 Victory Run - Atlanta
Saturday , September 14
- Fit4Lit 5K - Atlanta
- 9/11 Memorial XC 5K - Winder

Sunday, September 15
- Iron Horse 15K/5K - Kennesaw
Saturday , September 21
- Walk of HEROes 5K - Atlanta
- Run for Recovery - Kennesaw
- Autumn Rush 5K - East Point
Saturday , September 28
- UQuest - Atlanta
- Candler Park Fall 5K - Atlanta
- FireED Up! 5K - Atlanta
- R4G 5K & 10K - Tucker
Sunday, September 29
- Lakeview Back to Health 5K - Powder Springs

Friday, October 4
- Six Flags Fright Fest Run - Austell

Saturday, October 5
- Firefly Run 5K - Atlanta

- Georgia Race for Autism 5K/10K - Lawrenceville

- Legal Run Around 5K - Atlanta

- ALS Run for Jeremy 5K - Hamilton

Sunday, October 6
- PartnershipInAction 5K - Atlanta

Thursday, October 10
- 5K PAL Patrol - Alpharetta

Saturday, October 12
- Under the Oaks Half Marathon & 5K - Jekyll Island
- Oakhurst Arts Run 5K - Decatur

- Woodyfest 5K - Dunwoody
- Paws for Aimee 5K - Carrollton
Saturday, October 12
- Merrell Down & Dirty Mud Run - Conyers

Saturday, October 19

- Superheroes vs. Villains 5K - Marietta

- Spooktacular Chase 5K/1K - Smyrna