DECEMBER 2013

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Jingle your way to that Resolution Run

December features some great Santa, Jingle Bell, and Christmas runs in Georgia. This is good since the holiday baking is usually plentiful. After Christmas we head straight into the New Year. Has your running routine been slow or non-existent? Or are you wanting to ramp up your schedule for 2014? January 1st is always a great day for new beginnings and there are plenty of resolution runs to get you going. Check out the Run Georgia calendar to find one

Have a great holiday, be safe, and enjoy your run.

To find a race in your area please visit www.RunGeorgia.com.

News and Happenings

New stadium, new runs, old runs?

When the announcement came a few weeks ago that the Atlanta Braves will build a new stadium in Smyrna at the corner of 75/285 it was big news for Atlanta, Cobb County and Braves fans. So how does this effect the running community?

Every year the Turner Field area is the site of several runs. It is popular due to its ample parking and open areas. There is some type of run or event there almost every month. The Strong Legs Run that supports Children Healthcare of Atlanta is held in early November has been held there for many years. Most recently, the new Run or Dye 5K series was held there in August. The Hot Chocolate 5K/15K will be there in January. The Atlanta Half Marathon makes its finish there.

The City of Atlanta announced that once the Braves move to their new stadium after the 2016 season that Turner Field will be demolished. Mayor Kasim Reed said a new development will be put in its place. What that will be is not really known at this time.

The running community question becomes: once the new stadium is built and Turner Field torn down what happens to these events? Will they move to the new stadium? Will they go to Atlantic Station? Move to the Georgia Dome area? Will new events be held at the new stadium?

There a lot of questions now and not a lot of answers. Race directors for those events held in the Turner Field area will be faced with a lot of challenges. 

COACH MIKE MEAD MONTHLY ARTICLE

Are You Getting Enough Rest?

Whether you run, walk, or even if you never exercise, over the years we have all likely been posed the question, "Are you getting enough rest?" It may have been your mother concerned if you are getting adequate rest because "you look a little tired." It could be your doctor asking you on a visit because you've been battling an illness. It could be your significant other asking about your health and welfare.
But if you are a runner...
Read more here....

Reminder: Coach Mead has written more than 100 articles for RunGeorgia. Please check out the archive page for all past articles.

SPOTLIGHT RACES OF THE MONTH

December 14 - Monday Night Brewing Westside 10 - Atlanta
The MNB10 will take place on Atlanta's Westside and features two options: a 10K or a 10 Miler. The race is limited to 500 runners, so sign up today. Registrants receive a souvenir pint glass and special gift box. The run benefits Ties That Matter.
Find out more about the race...click here.

December 21 - Atlanta Christmas 5K - Virginia Higland
This fast Peachtree Qualifier takes place in the Virginia Higland area of Atlanta. One of the most popular races of the year features Santa hats to all participants, great tshirts, chip timing, and great drawings from local merchants. The race closes out every year, so register today!!
Find out more about the race...click here.

SPOTLIGHT OF THE MONTH
If you know of a club or someone that should be spotlighted let us know. 


SPECIAL OFFERS

- DECEMBER 7 - Run or Dye - Atlanta
Use code RUNGEORGIA for $10 off.

- JANUARY 4 - CBF Winter Harvest 5K - Chamblee
Use code RUN GEORGIA for $5 off.

- JANUARY 18: ZOOMA Florida - Amelia Island
10% off registration, use the code RUNGEORGIA14.

IS YOUR EVENT OFFERING A DISCOUNT. LET US KNOW.

Premier Listings

Saturday, December 7

- One Love, One Heart 5K - Decatur
- Run or Dye 5K - Atlanta
- There Goes My Hero 5K - Kennesaw

Saturday, December 14

- The Fast, Fun Phidippides 5K - Atlanta
- Monday Night Brewing Westide 10 - Atlanta
- Inman Frosty 5K - Atlanta

Saturday, December 21

- End of the World 5K - Marietta
- Atlanta Christmas 5K - Virginia Highland

Saturday, January 4

- CBF Winter Harvest 5K and Mile - Chamblee
- CBF Stamp Out Poverty 5K  - Atlanta
- Fight for Air 5K - Marietta

Saturday, January 11

- Run with the Dogs Frostbite 5K - Decatur

Monday, January 20

- MLK Day 5K - Atlanta

Sunday, January 26

- Krispy Kreme Doughnut Dare 5K Athens

Saturday, February 1

- Tartan Trot 5K/10K - Dunwoody
- Run for Angels 5K/10K - Newnan

Sunday, February 2

- Super Brawl 5K & Tailgate Challenge - Kennesaw

For more on these events visit www.RunGeorgia.com.

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ATLANTA CHRISTMAS 5K
DECEMBER 21
VIRGINIA HIGHLAND 

- NEW COURSE!!
- PEACHTREE QUALIFIER
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