2016 Blue Cross Broad Street Run - List of 20+ Stories, Reviews & Race Recaps

@MalindaAnnHill's 5th Broad Street Run
1:18:40
70 out of 2,014 (40-44)
927 out of 18,928 women
3,992 out of 34,427 finishers


That was one wet, cold race.
Did you beat Broad Street?
Did you cheer or volunteer?
Share your story or recap in the comments and we'll add to our post!


2016 Broad Street Run Photos & Articles:

Blue Cross Broad Street Run Photos on Flickr
flickr.com/photos/ibx/sets/72157667085944700

Broad Street Run Photos on Flickr
flickr.com/photos/43299575@N03/sets/72157665768628003

The 2016 Blue Cross Broad Street Run in Pictures
perspectives.einstein.edu/bsr-photo-essay

Broad Street Run Reflections 2016 by Alan Barr
500px.com/photo/151917853/broad-street-run-reflections-2016-by-alan-barr

Soaked and chilled, Broad Street runners persevere
philly.com/philly/health/sportsmedicine/broad-street-run/20160502_Soaked_and_chilled__Broad_Street_runners_persevere.html

Skippak's Crystaly Burnick wins Broad Street Run
philly.com/philly/sports/other_sports/20160502_Skippack_s_Crystal_Burnick_wins_Broad_Street_Run.html

Rain can't stop runners at Broad Street Run
6abc.com/news/rain-cant-stop-runners-at-broad-street-run/1316760/

Rainy Blue Cross Broad Street Run Kicks Off in Philadelphia
nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Rainy-Blue-Cross-Broad-Street-Run-Kicks-Off-in-Philadelphia-377725241.html

Blue Cross Broad Street Run on NBC Philadelphia
nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/PHI-Blue-Cross-Broad-Street-Run-294412361.html

Slippery Sights and Results - 2016 Broad Street Run
phillyvoice.com/slippery-sights-and-results-2016-broad-street-run/

Broad Street Run Photo Recap by Dunkin Donuts
ddcommunitycruiser.com/philly/gallery-recap/

2016 Broad Street Run Posts & Recaps:
(listed alphabetically by blog / website)

Broad Street Run 10 Mile Race Reviews on BibRave.com
bibrave.com/races/broad-street-run-10-mile#.Vyi2ttJJm70

2016 Broad Street Run Recap by BK
bktandem.wordpress.com/2016/05/04/2016-broad-street-run-recap/

Brooklyn Runs Broad Street by Brooklyn Badass
brooklynbadass.com/ibx10/

Broad Street 10 Miler Race Recap by Burpees and Bordeaux
burpeesandbordeaux.com/2016/05/02/race-recap-broad-street-10-miler/

Broad Street Run Tips by Daily Vacationer
dailyvacationblog.blogspot.com/2016/05/looking-back-at-broad-street-run-tips.html

Broad Street Miler (1:01:59) by Fueled by LOLZ
fueledbylolz.com/2016/05/06/broad-street-10-miler-101-59/

Race Recap 5/5 by Heatsheets
heatsheets.com/race-recap-55

Broad Street Run 2016 Race Recap by Journey to Complete Health
journeytocompletehealth.com/2016/05/03/broad-street-run-2016-race-recap/

I Beat the Broad Street Run by Sarah Katz
law.temple.edu/voices/beat-broad-st/

Broad Street Run Recap by Lisa Catton
lisacatton.com/?p=35

Broad Street is Upon Us by Mainly Running
mainlyrunning.com/2016/04/30/broad-street-is-upon-us/

Gasp! Could I like running?
medium.com/@hoyboy/gasp-could-i-like-running-e5fc557d6283#.cxogshc9d

Broad Street Ten Miler Recap by Mommy Run Fast
mommyrunfast.com/broad-street-ten-miler-recap/

Broad Street Run 10 Mile Race Recap by Novel Runner
novelrunner.wordpress.com/2016/05/02/2016-broad-street-run-10-mile-race-recap-10813/

2016 Broad Street Run Review by RunPhila.com
runphila.com/2016/05/02/2016-broad-street-run-review/

Broad Street Run Race Recap by Run with No Regrets
runwithnoregrets.com/2016/05/broad-street-run-race-recap/

Poppy's 2016 Broad Street 10 Miler Race Report by Salty Running
saltyrunning.com/2016/05/05/poppys-2016-broad-street-10-miler-race-report/

Philadelphia's Broad Street 10 Miler - It's Raining, It's Pouring by Scoot A Doot
scootadoot.org/2016/05/06/philadelphias-broad-street-10-miler-its-raining-its-pouring/

Broad Street Run 10 Miler Recap by Shipp Happens
shipphappens215.com/running/broad-street-run-10-miler-recap/

Comments from run215 Facebook Group:

Kim:
This was my first race since my 5ks in high school cross country (10 years ago). After high school I gained a bit of weight and worked a desk job. I took advantage of the free donuts and celebratory pizzas one too many times. Anyway, March 2015 I finally decided to change myself. I started tracking my food and joined the gym. The first day I got on the treadmill I couldn't even run a minute! I was so out of shape and winded. Once I could finally run a mile, it was a slow one (for me). A year later here I am 53 lbs down and crushing 10 miles in the rain. I am very proud of my pace/time! Next year I plan on moving up a corral. The beginning was rough trying to get around people. I felt amazing Sunday. I stressed out thinking I couldn't do it or I would be really slow but I amazed myself and currently looking for a half to sign up for!

Sara:
Alex and I ran our second tethered Broad St and beat our previous time by 2 minutes and change. Our time was 1:32:14. We've never had a rain race together and it caused a lot of anxiety for Alex the first mile. Overall though, great race with so many great spectators and volunteers in spite of the weather!

Meghan:
I had to transfer my bib this year :-( but I had a great time cheering on my husband, and everyone else I knew or just randomly yelled at! This was my first time actually seeing the elites during a race, which was cool. I started watching at Temple (I saw you! Can't miss the skirt!) and then hopped on the subway to get to mile 9 once I saw my honey. I made it with minutes to spare. All in all, spectating is fun but I can't wait to run it again!

#Train2BQ with Team Lemon - 2015 Gore-Tex Philadelphia Marathon

Leah and Malinda are identical twins and masters marathon moms.

We deemed ourselves "Twins Run In Our Family" so we could share our experiences running together while supporting causes we care about like Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer.

Since 2012, we have helped raise $2,757 to support Alex's Lemonde Stand Foundation in memory of our grandmother, GG, and Leah's brother-in-law, Michael.

Leah, the faster 1/2 of @TwinsRun, has qualified for the Boston Marathon (BQ) 4 times and finished 3 Boston Marathons (2013, 2014 and 2015).

Malinda, the slower 1/2 of @TwinsRun, is still trying to BQ after several unsuccessful attempts.

Malinda made her 6th attempt at the rainy Rock 'N' Roll DC Marthon on 3/14 (3:54:58) and her 7th attempt at the windy Charlottesville Marathon on 4/4 (4:19:12) and her 8th attempt at the muggy Rivanna Greenbelt Marathon on 9/12 (4:23:02).

Malinda didn't reach her 2016 BQ goal (3:45) but you can still help her reach her fundraising goal ($345) to support Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation!

Malinda hopes to reach her 2017 BQ goal (3:55) at the Philadelphia Marathon on 11/22 and her fundraising goal, too.

No donation is too small to fight childhood cancer - donate $2 (or more) online!
http://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/1121983

Or, text LEMONADE E1121983 to 85944 to donate $10 by phone.

Have you tried multiple times to BQ? Have you run to support a charity?

Share you experiences in the comments and thanks for your support!

2015 Blue Cross Broad Street 10 Miler: Why Did You Run?

Sadly, the flatter 1/2 didn't beat Broad Street

If found, please return to the faster 1/2 ;-)

On the first Sunday in May, about 40,000 runners run down one street in Philadelphia. Why do they run? The reasons are as varied as the runners. Jon Lyons (founder of RUN215) created this video to share the beautiful note written by Paul Viggiano.

Why did you run Broad Street? Share your answer and/or race recap link in the comments so we can add to this post! P.S. Comments will be posted after moderation.

Fighting childhood cancer, one mile at a time!

2015 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Race Recaps

As always, @TwinsRun to support and raise awareness for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer.

The slower 1/2 of @TwinsRun is gathering her thoughts for a recap. In the meantime, @MalindaAnnHill wanted to thank to Dunkin' Philly for the opportunity to run with Team Dunkin'!

Team Dunkin' colors in sparkle skirt

Twins Run On Dunkin'

Fighting childhood cancer, one mile at a time!

Chasing My Sunshine: Broad Street Run Recap
http://www.chasingmysunshine.com/broad-street-run-recap/

Dietitian Jess: Broad Street #4 Race Recap
http://www.dietitianjess.com/blog/broad-street-4-race-recap

Glitter Runner: The Broad Street Run - A Philly First Filled with Ups and Downs
http://willrunforglitter.com/2015/05/03/the-broad-street-run-a-philly-first-filled-with-ups-and-downs/

CaraMcCollum: The Reluctant Runner: How I Came to Run the Broad Street Run
https://caramccollum.wordpress.com/2015/05/06/how-i-came-to-run-the-broad-street-run/

Kevin McGuire: 2015 Broad Street Run Recap
http://krmcguire.me/2015/05/04/2015-broad-street-run-recap/

Larry G. Wapnitsky: Broad Street Run 2015 Recap
http://larry.wapnitsky.com/posts/2015/May/04/broad-street-run-2015-recap.html

The Little GSP: Broad Street Run
http://thelittlegsp.com/2015/05/09/broad-street-run/

Lucious Life and Decor: Weekend Recap - Broad Street Run
http://www.lusciouslifeanddecor.com/2015/05/weekend-recap-broad-street-run.html

Novel Runner: 2015 Broad Street Run 10 Mile Race Recap
http://novelrunner.wordpress.com/2015/05/03/2015-broad-street-run-10-mile-race-recap-11123/

PB and Jillie: Race Recap - Broad Street 2015
http://www.pbandjillie.com/race-recap-broad-street-2015/

The Road Less Run: The Broad Street Run - A Recap from a Spectator's Point of View
http://theroadlessrun.com/2015/05/04/the-broadstreet-run-a-recap-from-a-spectators-point-of-view/

Runderella: 2015 Broad Street Run Race Recap
http://runderella.tumblr.com/post/118313293125/2015-broad-street-run-race-recap

Running for the Average Joe: Race Recap - Broad Street Run
https://cbalbi85.wordpress.com/2015/05/04/race-recap-broad-street-run/

Scoot a Doot: The Good Life - Philadelphia's Broad Street 10 Miler
http://www.scootadoot.org/2015/05/06/the-good-life-philadelphias-broad-street-10-miler/

Spit That Book Out: Broad Street Run - Off the Bucket List and in the Books
http://www.spitthatoutthebook.com/2015/05/broad-street-run-off-the-bucket-list-and-in-the-books/

Tattooed Kicks: Broad Street Run 2015 Race Recap
http://tattooedkicks.com/post/118119168481/broad-street-run-2015-race-recap-distance-10

Vito Runs 365: Jeff's Story and a Recap of the BSR Expo
https://vitoruns365.wordpress.com/2015/05/02/day-122-jeffs-story-and-a-recap-of-the-bsr-expo/

Philly.com - On the Run:  Racing - Who Annoys You Most?
http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/on-the-run/Racing-Who-annoys-you-most.html

Philly.com - On the Run: We Finished - That's What Matters
http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/on-the-run/Broad-Street-Run-We-finished-thats-what-matters.html

NBC Philadelphia: Blue Cross Broad Street Run Recap
http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Blue-Cross-Broad-Street-Run-Recap-302344031.html

NBC Philadelphia: Blue Cross Broad Street Run Fans and Runners Social Posts
http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Blue-Cross-Broad-Street-Run-Fans-and-Runners-Social-Posts-302337261.html

NBC Philadelphia: 1st Time Blue Cross Broad Street Runner Honoring Slain Friend
http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Slain-Chester-County-Woman-Jacinda-Miller-Motivates-Friend-to-Run-Blue-Cross-Broad-Street-Run-302215601.html

Comments from RUN215 Facebook Group:

"I ran Broad Street to spend time with a friend I hadn't seen in a while...we decided to ditch our race plans and just go out to enjoy each other's company, enjoy our city and enjoy the Broad Street electricity. It was the most fun race I've ever run (and I've run many!)...there is something to be said for turning off the Garmin and soaking in the surroundings! I also ran in support of Students Run Philly Style - what an amazing organization!

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Twin Powers Activate - 4 PRs in 23 Days

The slower 1/2 of @TwinsRun is catching up to the faster 1/2! In just 23 days, @MalindaAnnHill ran 4 personal records for the marathon, 5k, 5 mile & 10k! She is still chasing the unicorn, but @LeahCville better watch her back! ;-)

Saturday, April 5
Charlottesville Marathon
3:56:14 (PR)


Saturday, April 19
Boston Athletic Association 5K
23:11 (PR)


Saturday, April 26
Narberth Cystic Fibrosis 5 Mile Run
39:38 (PR)
 

Sunday, April 27
Run For Babies Philadelphia 10k
49:08 (PR)


Next up - the Broad Street Run on Sunday, May 4th!
Can I beat my 10 Mile PR (1:23:13)?
Or, beat my course record (1:29:02)?



Do you run with your twin?
Do you run to catch up to your twin?

The Lemon Run

Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's 5th Annual Lemon Run Philadelphia 5K Run/Walk and Kids’ Dash presented by Volvo will be held on Sunday, November 10 at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park.

The Lemon Run raises funds and awareness for childhood cancer. The Lemon Run is a fun way for 2,000 runners and walkers, including several childhood cancer heroes and there families, to get involved in Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation’s quest to find better treatments and cures for all kids with cancer.

The Kids’ Dash (100 meters for children 10 and under) begins at 8am and the 5K Run/Walk (3.1 miles for runners and walkers) begins at 8:30am.

You can participate as a virtual runner if you aren't in Philadelphia on November 10. Supporters from across the country and around the world will run or walk their own 5K on the day of The Lemon Run.

Online Registration until 12pm on November 6:
$35 for 5K Runner (timed)
$25 for 5K Walker (not timed)
$15 for 100 meter Kids’ Dash (age 10 and under, not timed)
$25 for Virtual Participant (receive t-shirt by mail)

On-Site Registration beginning at 7am on November 10:
$45 for 5K Runner
$35 for 5K Walker

The Lemon Run Schedule:
7am           Check-in / On-Site Registration Opens
8am           Kids’ Dash (100 Meters for children 10 and under)
8:29am      Hero Run
8:30am      5K Begins
9:30am      Hero Speaker & Awards Ceremony

Philadelphia Runner Valentine's Day Singles Run

(Image from Philadelphia Runner)

sponsored by Brooks Running

Are you running to find your "sole" mate? 
Will you run on Valentine's Day? 

The slower 1/2  of @TwinsRun has her laces crossed that she will run into Mr. Right this Thursday, February 14 at the 3rd Annual Philadelphia Runner Valentine's Day Singles Fun Run. Last year, Malinda ran in her pink Team Sparkle skirt which matched perfectly with the Brooks Running tech shirt that was included in the registration fee!

After running through the streets of Philadelphia, she enjoyed socializing with single "runnerds" at Ladder 15 Restaurant .Unfortunately, the spots for women are sold out. There are spots open for men, so any single male runner(s) should sign-up before it sells out!

(Photo from Philadelphia Runner Facebook Page) 

Read more about the Philadelphia Runner Valentine Singles Run in Sunday's Philadelphia Inquirer. Malinda was quoted in the story!

Singles fun run in Philly on Valentine's Day

February 10, 2013

Jen A. Miller, For the Inquirer

On New Year's Day last year, Melinda Ann Hill made a resolution: Become more social with her running.

She did that, and with a dash of romance mixed in, by signing up for the Philadelphia Runner's Valentine's Day Singles Fun Run, a three-miler that will take place on - yup - Feb. 14.

"It seemed like the perfect opportunity to meet other single runners," said Hill, 41, of Wynnewood.

This is the third annual Valentine's event for the Philadelphia Runner, a store with locations in Center City, University City, and Glen Mills. Ken Culbertson, marketing director and outreach coordinator, said that when he joined the company one of his jobs was to come up with events that would get people into the stores. Most of the Center City customers are young and single (and so are the store's employees, he adds), so he figured a Valentine's Day event would be a hit.

"The first year, we had 100 people because we kept it in the store," Culberson said. "A hundred people in our store was probably too many."

So they branched out. Now the run is capped at 200, which was made possible by moving locations. The run starts at the Center City store, and the post-event party is at nearby Ladder 15.

For $30, runners get a shirt and entry to the Ladder 15 event that includes light food, two drink tickets, and a DJ. The organizers also operate a bag check, holding a participant's non-running items in the store and carting them over to the bar after the run.

But don't just show up on Valentine's Day at the store. Runners must buy tickets in advance through the store's website at phillyrunner.com.

Tickets are split equally among men and women. As of press time, women's tickets were sold out, but men's spots were available. I signed up because, as my mother reminded me, "It's not like you have anything else to do." Thanks, Mom.

Adam Halperin, 34, heard about the run last year through a friend. "It seemed like a fun thing to do for Valentine's Day, much better than going to a bar," said Halperin, who lives in Philadelphia. He met a woman there last year whom he dated for a few months, so he considered it a success. They're not still together, though, so he'll be at this year's run, too.

Hill didn't meet her "sole" mate last year, but she'll be back as well, most likely donning her pink sparkle skirt for the occasion.

"I always have a good time when I can run a few miles, add a new shirt to my running T-shirt collection, and enjoy a couple of drinks in the company of my fellow 'run nerds,' " she said. "My laces are crossed I'll meet Mr. Right this year!"

1000 miles

Slower 1/2 reached goal of 1,000 miles since June 23!

Philly Marathon Race RT

So much to write about my 3rd Philadelphia Marathon...

In the meantime, a look back at some of my tweets & instagrams!

Can you help me reach my Team Lemon fundraising goal of $262?

If you can, please donate $1 online to Alex's Lemonade.

http://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/91417

Or, text a donation of $10.