Enter to Win a Bib to the Newport 10K!

Newport 10K

I have a special giveaway for NYC-area runners! The rest of you…I’m sorry 🙁 I’ll understand if you X out right now and come back tomorrow. 

I love NYC races, but I also love getting off my island and seeing things from a different perspective. I’ve run the Newport Half twice (2010 and 2012) and even recommended it as a great, flat course to a friend for her first half while gearing up for the Marine Corps Marathon.

A few weeks ago, the PR people for the Newport 10K reached out to see if I wanted to run the 10K on May 2 there. YES! But wait, no. I’m taking a class that weekend. (Which means all the fun things happen then, obviously.) So I asked if I could do a giveaway for my entry instead, and they were kind enough to agree to that. 

The organizers say it’s known as the fastest course in the tri-state area, and there are four water stops. (That’s pretty awesome for a 10K; mine this weekend only had 2, and I wouldn’t have minded the option for more, especially on such a warm day.) The course runs along the Hudson and through downtown Jersey City and should have AWESOME views. If you live in NYC, it’s a short PATH ride away, especially if you live downtown and can get on at World Trade Center.

On their Facebook and Twitter, they’re asking people to share #whyirun. Tell me below in the comments why you run for a chance to win a bib to this race. 

Since this is next weekend, I’m going to keep this short and sweet — entry is open until Thursday, April 23 at noon EST.

12 comments on “Enter to Win a Bib to the Newport 10K!

  1. Dori

    YES! I LOVE this race – partially because it runs right past my apartment, and I love running on the streets of my own city. For the #whyirun question – originally I started to have a way to exercise outside when it’s nice out, but after running for six years I can say that I run because I love learning that I am capable of things I never thought possible, and I love having a way to measure my growth and celebrate achievements.

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  2. Carolyn

    I’ve always played sports growing up and enjoyed activities that keep me in shape. After graduating college I found running to be a great exercise and an escape from a stressful day. I live in Hoboken and I love to run outside along the water. Being able to do something that is good for me, makes me feel better and is fun are all the reasons why I run and why I don’t ever want to stop 🙂

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  3. Gina B

    I run to show my baby girl that “me” time and being healthy are important and necessary.

    In other news, I have done the Newport Half and OMG GORGEOUS! Whoever wins will have a great time!

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  4. Holly C

    Running is a mental and physical reset for me. It’s not always fun while it’s happening, but I’ve never wished I hadn’t run after the fact.

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  5. Val B

    Hi Theodora!

    #whyirun is #becauseican. I have a very similar story to yours in that I was heavy growing up, although active in sports like Basketball and Softball. When I graduated from college and moved back to my hometown of NYC, I was sick of being overweight and wanted to start my new life as a grown up with a different attitude. As you know, NYC gym memberships are expensive, so I got out and did the cheapest form of exercise I could think of, I ran. 5 years later, I have completed 18 half marathons and 2 full marathons, mostly in the NYC area, and down 55lbs. I stay motivated reading blogs like yourself, but also those of people that want to be running but have struggles out of their control. So, I run because I can. And would like to run this Newport race, as I think each race has a unique vibe, and would love to see what Jersey has to offer me!

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  6. Caroline S

    Thank you very much for this opportunity! #whyirun is because I love the feeling of being fit and healthy. Running makes me a happy, healthier, and positive person. I love using runs to think, de-stress, and enjoy myself. I enjoy running with friends and family, and it has brought me closer to many people. I love to run about 4-5 times a week (my favorite weekday runs are on the east river path!) and I am always looking for new and fun races to run with friends! I am going to be training for my first ever NYC marathon in November. Theodora, thank you very much for your blog, you continue to be an inspiration to me everyday!

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  7. Emma

    #whyirun…I run because I can. I run because I LOVE the runner’s high I feel after every single run. I run because running is when I get my best ideas. I run to stay fit. But most of all, I run for me!

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  8. Taylor

    #whyirun….because I never thought I could and if your dreams don’t terrify you, they’re not big enough. I just completed my first full marathon in March and can’t wait to keep going.

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