Run Through The Leaves At The Hartford Marathon
We love taking in the sights of the season from the comfort of the car. It’s nice to get out and breath in the cool crisp air, but usually it’s best to do that when stopping for lunch or refilling our cup holder with a pumpkin spice latte. However, we do recognize that there are a large number of citizens that enjoy the fresh air that the fall season brings. That’s why we’re suggesting the ING Hartford Marathon for a solid active travel option for the autumn season.
Connecticut’s capital city is pretty sleepy after the workday ends, so it’s population will swell when thousands of runners hit the streets on October 10. There’s even still time to register, just head out to packet pick-up on October 9, and they’ll be happy to sign you up. You’ll enjoy cool weather, peak foliage, and some nice scenery as you do your best to keep your pace along the banks of the Connecticut River. Overall the course is pretty flat as well, so you might just be able to reach that personal best. After all, this marathon can get you into the Boston one if you go fast enough.
Before the race there will be a two-day health and fitness expo at the XL Center in downtown. You’ll learn how to be healthier, but most importantly, there’ll be plenty of free samples—even organic ones. After the race is over head back to the XL Center for some live music, ice sculptures, and a minor league hockey game. You can even bring your old sneakers to the game for recycling.
If you want something more related to running to end your day, swing by the Wadsworth Atheneum for a screening of Running the Sahara. It’s a documentary produced by Matt Damon where you watch three totally crazy men attempt to run across the Sahara Desert—makes the marathon look like a stroll.
Related Stories:
· Hartford Marathon [Official Site]
· Shake Off Your Hangover With an Ultramarathon
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· Active Travel [Jaunted]
[Photo of Hartford in the fall: pixonomy]
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