Resources for Runners: GUWellness: Mind, Body, Soul

The following resources have been submitted by Georgetown University faculty and staff.  Have something you'd like to share?  Send it to wellness@georgetown.edu.

Looking for a running group to join?

• www.dcroadrunners.com
• www.vhtrc.com

Looking for a race to run?

• Tidal Basin 3K, February 20 @ 12 p.m., Jeffereson Memorial
  This is a monthly race, go to www.dcroadrunners.com for more info.
• Scope it Out 5K for Colon Cancer Research, March 30 @ 8:00 a.m., West Potomac Park, Ohio Dr.
  Event offers a scenic, fast, flat course along the Potomac River. Race proceeds benefit Colon Cancer Research.  To register go to www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1489810.  Want more info?  Visit http://www.runwashington.com
• Bright Beginnings 5K
  The Bright Beginnings Center invites you to participate in the annual run/walk to raise funds on Saturday, May 3, 8:00 am in East Potomac Park. Register online by April 25; entry fee is $25 online, $30 on race day (space permitting). Visit http://www.brightbeginningsinc.org , “Event” section.
• Marine Corp Marathon/10K, October 26
  Start training today. Visit www.marinemarathon.com
• Check out the Washington Running Report for a listing of races taking place in DC, MD, VA, PA and WV.

Here are a few online tools to help you pace yourself.

• Use this online tool to map the distance of your run/walk/bike:  www.mapmyrun.com

• Want to know how fast you should run for just about any distance?  Check out the McMillan Running Calculator.