9 months of 5K movement with Dr Alexia McClerkin
05/18/22 • 23 min
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Wanting to do a 5K every month while pregnant
While in nursing school
Not just about running
It’s not just a hobby it’s a movement
Hosts 5K Mamas Fun Run to raise funds every Mother’s Day
Turned into over 20 races, 10Ks, triathlons, half marathons
Benefits of working out during pregnancy
Quarterly workshops for overall health
Run Live a Dive Half Marathon
Aramco Half Marathon
Princess Half Marathon
Niagara Falls Half Marathon
Shout out to Snowdrop Ultra 55 race
Wanting to do a 5K every month while pregnant
While in nursing school
Not just about running
It’s not just a hobby it’s a movement
Hosts 5K Mamas Fun Run to raise funds every Mother’s Day
Turned into over 20 races, 10Ks, triathlons, half marathons
Benefits of working out during pregnancy
Quarterly workshops for overall health
Run Live a Dive Half Marathon
Aramco Half Marathon
Princess Half Marathon
Niagara Falls Half Marathon
Shout out to Snowdrop Ultra 55 race
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Houston Marathon pacing
Never say anything negative
Found a need for races in the golden triangle area
If not who and when
First race Orange, Texas May 14th
Shannon’s Run 5K/10K
Rock concert t-shirt
What make a great race
Supporting local business
Using ORARC Signs, Trophies and Engraving “Helping Our Special Needs Clients Help Themselves” for overall awards
What to have and not have at a race
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Started running in 2000
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100 miles a month
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Band above the start line
Beer Garden
Party stage
Featuring different cars each year
Launching Art Car week
Food included
Beer included
Pint Glass
Medals in a series
5 years and rebrand
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Fundraised over $125,000 for the Greater Northside Management District
Support the small community races in between the big races
Volunteer when possible
Support your local running clubs
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