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2016 Chick Chaser 5 Miler Race Report

February 15, 2016 By: Runner Leana

Pre-Race Rambles

Sunday February 14th was the third edition of the Cupcake Chick Chaser 5 Miler, hosted by Tri It!  I ran the very first race back in 2013 and what is not to love about racing for cupcakes?

Chick Chaser 5 Miler Race Report

Since I’m only two weeks out from the Phoenix Marathon I was on the fence about racing this year.  My big workout for the weekend was a 15 mile run with 6 miles at goal marathon pace, followed by 4 x 0.5 miles alternating fast and easy.  This was a pretty hard workout and my body was definitely feeling the fatigue.

Coach Angie was supportive of me racing though and gave me instructions to aim for a negative split.  I had no thoughts about speed whatsoever.  I would just try and have fun!

I forgot to set my alarm for Sunday morning and this wound up being one of the very few mornings where Peat didn’t wake me up at his usual 5 am.  I wound up rolling over and glancing at the alarm clock and it was already 7:30!  Time to get up and head off to the race!

Being Valentine’s Day I figured today was the perfect day to wear my Deep Rose Oiselle Lesley knickers.

Chick Chaser 5 Miler

I got there with just enough time to say hello to a few friends and then we were being ushered to the race start.

Chick Chaser 5 Miler Race Report

The thermometer on my car had registered -2.5C on my drive to Tri It.  I was worried I was a little bit underdressed in knickers, a flyte long sleeve and my Gilman vest.  Luckily it didn’t take me long to warm up and this wound up being the perfect outfit choice.

The race kicked off at 9 am with the women taking off first.  We get a four minute head start over the men!  I started off at a pace that felt easy.  I hadn’t done any kind of warm up pre-race but luckily my legs were feeling okay!  I settled into a rhythm behind some girls and clicked off the first mile in 10:19.  Right when I hit the one mile mark I got passed by the lead male.

Chick Chaser 5 Miler

Feeling nice and warmed up now I decided to pick up the pace a tiny bit.  Mile two clicked off in 10:01.  My teammate Sharon was in the lead and already speeding back towards the finish line.  She was looking so strong and would cruise on to the win!

Before I knew it I hit the turn at the Peace Bridge.  I was slowly but surely picking up the pace.  Thanks to my friend Jenny for snapping this awesome photo as I turned off the bridge.

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I was having so much fun and enjoying every moment out there.  Mile three done in 9:38!

It was time to push towards the finish.  I cheered and encouraged runners as I moved past them and clicked off mile 4 in 9:40.

I was still feeling really good and ready to bring it home!  I pushed towards the finish and where friends were cheering and Rose, the co-owner of Tri-It, greeted me with a hug.  All done in 48:38 (8:54 for the final mile)!

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Post-Race Rambles – Cupcake Time!

All of the racers and volunteers were treated to a delicious cupcake from Cookie Mama.  If you are looking for vegan or gluten free treat options in Calgary then definitely check them out.

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There were also a variety of other treats available for purchase as well.

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It was great to catch up with friends post race as well, like Tina!

Chick Chaser 5 Miler

The Chick Chaser was an awesome low key race with registration only being $25.  Come on out and run their next race, the Tri It Rice Run, on March 19th!

A perfect kick off to Valentine’s Day…cupcakes and racing via @runner_leana

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Comments

  1. 1

    Kris says

    February 15, 2016 at 8:58 am

    What a cute race! Congrats!

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    Kaella On The Run says

    February 15, 2016 at 2:25 pm

    I will ALWAYS race for food…especially sweet treats!! Congratulations on a great race!!
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    Crystal says

    February 16, 2016 at 3:51 pm

    Love that hat! Well done lady! Keep working hard.

    • 4

      Runner Leana says

      February 17, 2016 at 7:59 am

      Thank you so much Crystal!
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  4. 5

    Ange says

    February 18, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    I’m penciling this in for next year because CUPCAKES! 🙂
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    Cindy says

    March 5, 2016 at 3:22 am

    Hello Leana, I love your hat it is really very beautiful. Running is the best way to stay fit and healthy. You did great job congratulation 

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