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!

2016 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Ten Miler

The flatter 1/2 of @TwinsRun in ready to cheer!

The 2016 Blue Cross Broad Street Run is Sunday, May 1. @MalindaAnnHill is ready to run her 5th @IBXRun10 and @LeahCville is ready to cheer from Charlottesville.

Are you going to run, cheer or volunteer? Recommend another article or post? Let us know in the comments!

Thanks to Modell's for the awesome shirt!

2016 Rainy Broad Street Run Tips

Preparing for a rainy run on Broad Street
philly.com/philly/blogs/on-the-run/Preparing-for-a-rainy-run-on-Broad-Street.html

How to dress for a wet Blue Cross Broad Street Run by Cecily Tynan
facebook.com/6abcCecilyTynan/posts/10156953770605094

Cecily Tynan's Official Broad Street Run Forecast
phillymag.com/be-well-philly/2016/04/29/cecily-tynan-broad-street-forecast/

2016 Broad Street Run Guides & Tips:

Broad Street Run - Transit and Security Info - What you need to know
philly.com/philly/health/sportsmedicine/broad-street-run/20160429_Broad_Street_Run_transit_and_security_info__What_you_need_to_know.html

10 Things Every Broad Street Runner Needs to Know Before Sunday
phillymag.com/be-well-philly/2016/04/27/broad-street-run-tips-2/

Field Guide: The Complete Broad Street Run Guide for Runners and Spectators
phillymag.com/be-well-philly/2016/04/24/broad-street-run-guide/

Guide to the 2016 Blue Cross Broad Street Run
philadelphia.cbslocal.com/top-lists/guide-to-the-2016-blue-cross-broad-street-run

Broad Street Run Preview
nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Broad-Street-Run-Preview_Philadelphia-377186171.html

Mental Strength Coach Cara Bradley's Advice for Broad Street Runners
phillyvoice.com/mental-strength-coach-cara-bradleys-advice-broad-street-runners-be-open-possibility/

Your comprehensive Broad Street Run nutrition plan
philly.com/philly/health/sportsmedicine/broad-street-run/Broad_Street_Run_Nutrition_Plan.html

How to prep for the Broad Street Run - if you can't be witty, then at least be bombastic
kylecassidy.livejournal.com/829182.html

The Broad Street Run
avenueofthearts.org/the-broad-street-run/

5 tips for Broad Street Run first timers
runphila.com/2016/04/26/5-tips-for-broad-street-run-first-timers/

How to mentally prepare for the Broad Street Run
philly.com/philly/blogs/on-the-run/How-to-mentally-prepare-for-the-Broad-Street-Run.html

Are you ready for Broad Street? A checklist for newbies
philly.com/philly/blogs/on-the-run/Are-you-ready-for-Broad-Street-A-checklist-for-newbies.html

Broad Street Run - A runner's guide to avoiding road rage
philly.com/philly/blogs/on-the-run/Broad-Street-Run-A-runners-guide-to-avoiding-road-rage.html

2016 Broad Street Run - Inspirational Stories:

For race day, a survivor tells his story
philly.com/philly/health/sportsmedicine/broad-street-run/20160427_For_race_day__a_survivor_tells_his_story.html

Local eight grader inspires family to run Broad Street with him
philly.com/philly/blogs/on-the-run/Local-eighth-grader-inspires-family-to-run-Broad-Street-with-him.html

Doctor Sparks A Mission To Help People With Cancer Through Running
philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2016/04/27/doctor-sparks-a-mission-to-help-people-with-cancer-through-running/

When to say no to a race
andherlittledogtoo.com/2016/04/when-to-say-no-to-a-race.html

Open Letter to the Broad Street Run Forecast
http://blog.christinemeyermd.com/open-letter-to-the-broad-street-run-forecast/

Sunday's Broad Street Run attacts all kinds of runners
philly.com/philly/health/sportsmedicine/broad-street-run/20160430_Sunday_s_Broad_Street_run_attracts_all_kinds.html


Broad Street Run Posts on RUN215 Facebook Group:

It's more than a street.
facebook.com/groups/run215/permalink/1759599694259301/

Broad Street Run Race Day Tips
facebook.com/groups/run215/permalink/1758939870991950/

Who is running, cheering, volunteering or sleeping in?
facebook.com/groups/run215/permalink/1759029730982964/


Preparing for a Rainy Broad Street Run:

Rain Racing (@RunnersWorld)
http://www.runnersworld.com/races/rain-racing

Top 10 Tips for Running in the Rain (@50by25)
http://www.50by25.com/2013/07/tips-for-running-in-the-rain.html

Racing in the Rain: 7 Tips from Runners (@rUnladylike)
http://www.runladylike.com/2012/10/26/racing-in-the-rain-7-tips-from-runners-2/

How to Run Your Best Race in the Rain (@SaltyRuns)
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jason-saltmarsh/running-rain_b_5297060.html

Running in the Rain (@MarathonsAndMacarons)
http://marathonsandmacarons.com/2013/05/10/fitness-friday-running-in-the-rain/

Running in the Rain (@WomensHealthMag)
http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/running-in-the-rain

8 Tips for Running in the Rain (@lafenske)
http://minneapolisrunning.com/8-tips-for-running-in-the-rain/

Prepping for Rainy Weather Conditions (@IRun4Wine)
http://www.irunforwine.net/2015/03/prepping-for-rainy-weather-conditions.html

What to Wear - Running in the Rain (@FleetFeetChgo)
http://www.fleetfeetchicago.com/blog/wear-running-rain

Rain Tips (@NYRR)
http://www.nyrrc.org/nyrrc/mar01/training/raintip.html

Running in the Rain
http://www.runningcoach.com/tips/raintrain.html

Running a Marathon in Rain (@TwinsRun)
twinsruninourfamily.com/2015/03/running-marathon-in-rain.html


2012 - 2015 Broad Street Run Posts by @TwinsRun:


Why Did You Run the 2015 Blue Cross Broad Street 10 Miler?
May 4, 2015
On the first Sunday in May, about 40,000 runners run down one street in Philadelphia. Why do they run?

2014 Blue Cross Broad Street Run
May 5, 2014
2014 Blue Cross Broad Street Run 10 Miler - Malinda's 5th Personal Record in 30 days!


Why I Run Broad Street: Solace, Community & Sisterly Competition
May 5, 2014
I ran the Broad Street Run for the first time in 1999 when there were just over 7,000 runners. I ran for the second time in 2012 with over 35,000.


2014 Blue Cross Broad Street Run
May 3, 2014
I'm ready to take on Broad Street with @AlexsLemonade's Running Lemon! Leah and I LOVE this image of the Running Lemon,


Spectating the 2013 Blue Cross Broad Street Run 10 Miler
May 6, 2013
I PR'd at 2012 Broad Street Run,. so I didn't register to run this year. After my 10 mile run on Saturday,. I was ready to cheer runners on Sunday!

2012 Blue Cross Broad Street Run
May 8, 2012
My babysitter finally called me at 7am while I was on the BSL (Broad Street Line). It wasn't a knob, but her iPhone alarm didn't go off!


2012 Blue Cross Broad Street Run
May 3, 2012
2012 Blue Cross Broad Street Run 10 Miler - Countdown to Finisher.


2012 Blue Cross Broad Street Run 10 Miler
Mar 2, 2012
2012 Blue Cross Broad Street Run 10 Miler, Leah's 1st & Malinda's 2nd Broad Street Run.

Back on My Feet 5 Miler - Running for a Good Cause and a Good Time

Grateful for the opportunity to run for a good cause and a good time! Finished the Stroehmann Bakeries Back on My Feet 5-Miler on Saturday, March 26 with a PR! Many thanks to all the staff, sponsors, volunteers, spectators, runners, joggers and walkers! It was a fun race to support an important charity.

Back on My Feet is committed to building a stronger and healthier community. The Stroehmann Bakeries Back on My Feet 5-Miler helps to provide support to our services to improve the self-sufficiency of those experiencing homelessness. All proceeds from the race benefit the local BoMF Philadelphia Chapter.


Twitter: @BoMF5Miler
Facebook: facebook.com/Philly5miler
Instagram: @BoMFPhilly

Masters Women's Half Marathon World Record Holder - Deena Kastor

What an amazing experience to run with the sweet and powerful Deena Kastor the day before she smashed the Masters Women's Half Marathon World Record! We chatted during the entire 5K but I just had to finish a second ahead of her. ;-)

Why I Run Broad Street: Solace, Community and Sisterly Competition

Why I Run Broad Street: Solace, Community and Sisterly Competition
Originally Posted on WHYY Newsworks

Over the past two years, my identical twin, Leah, and I have shared our experiences on our blog, "Twins Run in Our Family," Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Much to our surprise, we've gained quite a following of runners, twins and/or parents of twins. We're often recognized at races when we wear our shirt that has our logo on the front and our tagline on the back: "If you're passing me, I'm Malinda. If I'm passing you, I'm Leah."

I started running in 1993 for fun, and I finished my first marathon in 1995. Since then, I have completed 12 more marathons and a few dozen races, including three Broad Street Runs. Over the past couple of years, I've become known for tweeting during races while wearing a sparkle skirt or costume. Sometimes I get called out by spectators for tweeting while running, but most of the time people are amazed that I can do both at the same time.

Leah started running in 2007 to lose weight. Since then, she has become a self-professed race addict, finishing more than 100 races, including 24 marathons. She races nearly every weekend and often wins her age group in local races in Charlottesville, Virginia. She has qualified for the Boston Marathon three times by completing a marathon in less than 3 hours and 45 minutes. She finished her first Boston Marathon last year and returned for her second time this year.

In 2010, I was diagnosed with gastroparesis, a condition that causes severe stomach pain, nausea and vomiting. There is no cure for gastroparesis and only a few treatments available with varying success rates. In 2011, I had a gastric neurostimulator (stomach pacemaker) implanted, which has provided some relief. My symptoms can be debilitating at times, but I continue to run whenever possible.

In 2012, our grandmother, affectionately known as "GG," died suddenly of lung cancer. Her unexpected death affected me profoundly. While the grief was intense, I found moments of solace while running.

Because of my experience with chronic illness and grief, I'm truly grateful for every step, and I'm determined to make my miles matter. I'd rather run in a charity race to raise awareness for a worthy cause than run a fast time. Sometimes, much to my surprise, I'm able to do both.

On March 17, 2012, 9 years to the day after Leah's brother-in-law, Michael, died from childhood leukemia, we decided to run together to make a difference. We joined Team Lemon to support Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer in memory of GG and Michael. Over the past two years we have raised awareness and over $2,000 for childhood cancer research.

I ran the Broad Street Run for the first time in 1999 when there were just over 7,000 runners. I ran for the second time in 2012 with over 35,000 runners, and I was happy to finish in 1:29:02.

It's been amazing to see running increase in popularity while people in the running community continue to be supportive of each other. Whether you run fast or slow, we all run together.

Last year, after being present during the tragedy at the Boston Marathon, I decided it was important for me to cheer on my fellow runners on Broad Street. My eyes were full of tears as I saw so many runners wearing red socks in support of Boston.

Yesterday, I was grateful for the opportunity to run Broad Street once again. It's an honor to participate in a race that means so much to so many people while benefiting so many worthy causes. Not only was I able to run to support Alex's Lemonade, I also ran my fastest 10 miler and finished in 1:16:23. Sometimes, it is possible to run for a good cause and a good time.

http://www.newsworks.org/index.php/essay-works/item/67635-why-i-run-broad-street-solace-community-and-sisterly-competition

Why did you run Broad Street? Did you write a race recap? Share your link in the comments section and I'll add your link to the list below.

Adam Furlong's Photos - BSR Cheering

BK's Blog - Broad Street Run Recap

Cocktails and Quinoa - IBXrun10 and My Running Journey

Do It for Youself - 2014 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Race

Jessica Lawor - A Philadelphia Love Story: Broad Street Run Race Recap

Knead to Cook - Philadelphia - The Broad Street Ten Miler

The Midpack Podcast.com - Bandits, Broad Street and The Batman

Miss Adventures Running - Broad Street Run

Monster and Me - Broad Street Run Recap

Navel Gazing - Let the Slower Runners Run Repost

On the In Side - 2014 Broad Street Run Race Recap Part 1

Philadelphia Inquirer - Let the slower runners run by Jen A. Miller

Philly Mag - 10 Lessons from First Broad Street Run Newbie

Philly Mag - 10 Hilarious Signs from Broad Street Run

Philly Mag - Broad Street Run Guide

Philly Nerd Girl - Broad Street Run 2014

The R5 - Running Workout Recap April 28th - May 4th

Rob C Nagel - Success at the Broad Street Run

Runderella - Broad Street Run 2014 - My Favorite Race

RUNFM - Race Recap Broad Street 10 Miler

Running Around My Kitchen - Broad Street Run Recap

Running for the Average Joe - Broad Street Run Recap

Runaway Wonk - Race Review: Broad Street 10-Miler

Sisters Running The Kitchen - 2014 Race Recap

Tania Gail - Broad Street 10 Miler

Tomato Face Runs Again - Broad Street Run 2014 Recap Part 1

Tomato Face Runs Again - Broad Street Run 2014 Recap Part 2

The Triangle Independent Student Newspaper at Drexel University - In Reverence to the Runners

Ups and Downes.com - Ugly Races - Broad Street Run

Women's Running - Girl Talk: Facing Disappointment


ICYMI - 2013 Recaps

And Her Little Dog Too - Broad Street Run 10-miler Race Recap - 2013

The bFIT Studio - Broad Street Run 10 Miler Recap

Victoria Friele - Broad Street Run in Philly

2014 Blue Cross Broad Street Run 10 Miler - Malinda's 5th Personal Record in 30 Days

Wow! I seriously surprised myself on Sunday. Thanks to The Afghan Whigs for their new record, Do to the Beast, which powered me to 5 personal records in 30 days!

And thanks to the twin powers from the flat Leah that I was carrying in my pocket! ;-)

May 4, 2014
Blue Cross Broad Street Run (10 Miler)
1:16:23

April 27, 2014
Run For Babies Philadelphia 10k
49:08

April 26, 2014
Narberth Cystic Fibrosis Run (5 Miler)
38:39

April 19, 2014
Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) 5k
23:11

April 5, 2014 

Charlottesville Marathon 

3:56:14

On Sunday, I placed 47th out of 2,067 (40-44), 587 out of 19,381 (female) and 2,838 out of 35,169 (overall)  In comparison, in 1999 I finished in 1:46:23  and placed 1,956 out of 2,248 (female). 

I finished exactly 30 minutes faster than 15 years ago. Wow - I do improve with age! ;-)

You catch a glimpse of me racing towards the finish line thanks to @IBXrun10's video on Instagram! http://i.instagram.com/p/nk8EqnOkpu/

It's not too late to donate to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. No donation is too small to fighting childhood cancer. Text LEMONADE E1113338 to 85944 to donate $10 or visit our fundraising page to donate $2 or more: www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/1113338. Thanks for your support!

Did you know you can run, walk, bike or swim any race with Team Lemon with no fundraising minimum? Visit their website for more information or like their page on Facebook.

www.teamlemon.org

www.facebook.com/teamlemon

2014 Blue Cross Broad Street Run 10 Miler with Alex's Lemonade's Team Lemon

I'm ready to take on Broad Street with @AlexsLemonade's Running Lemon! Leah and I LOVE this image of the Running Lemon taking on Broad Street and we wish the best of luck to all runners from Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's Team Lemon! Leah will be our cheer leader from cyber space and I hope to run into other Team Lemon runners and ALSF staff on Sunday. We're still raising money through our "TWINS RUN BOSTON" fundraising page and no donation is too small to fight childhood cancer! You can donate $2 or more online or text LEMONADE E1113338 to 85944 to donate $10. Thanks so much for your support!

So, I told myself I'd never run Broad Street again - but I've learned to never say never. ;-) I'm ready to run my 3rd (and probably last Broad Street Run) on Sunday, May 4th. I couldn't resist running on "May the Fourth Be With You" - and hopefully the force will power me to a PR! ;-)

A Goal: 1:23:12 (PR)

B Goal: 1:29:01 (Course PR)

C Goal: #TweetAndRun for FUN! :-)

Fighting childhood cancer, one mile at at time!

www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/1113338

For more information about Team Lemon:

www.teamlemon.org

www.facebook.com/teamlemon

Mother Runner & Dashing Daughter Finish 2012 Run For Babies Together

On Sunday, April 29, 2012, my daughter and I ran the Run for Babies 5K! The 5K run was held before the March of Dimes "March for Babies" Walk. I decided to run with a baby doll in a Bjorn along side my daughter. I knew this wasn't going to be a race about speed, but my daughter started off fast that I had to run to catch up to her! Unfortunately, my daughter didn't understand the concept of "don't start off too fast" so she hit the wall at mile 1! ;-)

I told her we should keep going even thought I wasn't sure if she would be able to finish. She started to cry when runners kept passing us. Finally, after all the other runners past us, we were the last two before the police car.. But, we kept moving! When we reached the finish line, I let her cross first, so she wouldn't be last! :-)

Zoe Hill

Place: 187

Pace: 15:10

Time: 46:59

Malinda Ann Hill

Place 188

Pace: 15:10

Time: 47:00

Much to our surprise, we learned she placed 1st in her age group! It's all about who shows up! :-)

FEMALE AGE GROUP:  1 - 14  (3 WINNERS)

Place O'All Bib#  Name     G   Age Tagtime Pace 
===== ===== =====  = === ========== == ======= 
1      187   209   Zoe Hill   F     9    46:59   15:10