Volusia County FL Race Reports

Local Race Recap: DBK 5K 2018

The DBK 5K is sponsored by a local contracting company. The 2018 race was the 4th annual; I ran this one previously in 2016. Training & GoalsI was finally starting to feel like my injury was behind me following my fall and suspected fractured/bruised rib(s) at...

Race Recap: Run 4 Life 4 Miler 2018

The Run 4 Life 4 Miler is a charity run through the tree-covered roads of historic old Enterprise, Florida. Runners also race along the shore of Lake Monroe. The race starts and finishes at the Florida United Methodist Children's Home (FUMCH). The run raises awareness and money...

Race Recap: Running with the Chromies 5K 2018

Two years ago I ran the Dash for Downs at Gemini Springs. This year the race was held as the Running with the Chromies 5K. This is a local race that benefits Welcoming Hearts, a charity that helps those with special needs and their families. Training &...

Race Recap: Daytona Beach Half Marathon 2018

I ran the 9th annual Daytona Beach Half Marathon on February 4th. I ran the same race last year and I guess I had a good time if I came back for more! The good course, great organization, and awesome beneficiary all brought me back. Goals...

Local Race Report: Holiday Stress Buster 5K 2017

I first ran the Lake Helen Holiday Stress Buster in 2016. In 2017 it was my only holiday-themed race. Training & Goals The Dopey Challenge of four back-to-back races would start the following Thursday. For this race I was looking to have fun and remain uninjured...

Race Report: Taylor Wildcat 5K 2017

The Taylor Wildcat 5K in Pierson, Florida, benefits the Taylor High School softball and cross country programs. This is a local race in a quiet part of western Volusia County and this was the first year I ran. The race had a Thanksgiving theme though no one...