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To run or not to run?

Published August 12, 2013 at 2:09PM | Updated June 25, 2018 at 4:52PM

While she was worried about increased weekly mileage, fitting into a new team, and balancing running with schoolwork her first time away from home, Maddie Wittich‘s decision to run in college was ultimately easy.

“I can tell from the way I feel during my runs that I have so much left in me and I feel like I need to keep going,” said Wittich, who is entering her freshman year at the University of Richmond. “I still want to improve so much and get new PRs and I know that college will offer that to me.”

Changes abound come championship season

By Dustin Renwick

Published August 12, 2013 at 11:07AM | Updated June 25, 2018 at 4:52PM

D.C. public schools cross country runners can look forward to a bigger state meet. These runners are members of the Tenleytown Running Club summer program. Photo: Jimmy Daly

By Dustin Renwick

Around the region, high school athletes log sweaty summer miles in preparation for the 2013 cross country season.

Where the harriers are furrier

By Charlie Ban

Published August 12, 2013 at 12:00AM | Updated June 25, 2015 at 5:19PM

Water stops are largely a luxury at most 5k races. For the canine competitors at the Lost Dog 5k Friday night, they were a necessity.

When the evening weather Friday was markedly warmer than a week before, runners — with two legs or four legs — knew they’d have to adjust their expectations and race strategies. The second of the four-race series in August benefiting the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation saw 115 repeat runners from the first week. The out-and-back course on the Four Mile Run and W&OD trails included strips of natural surface along the paved trail, perfect for paws. This week, 60 dogs raced.

Tips for running with dogs in summer weather

By Charlie Ban

Published August 10, 2013 at 5:56PM | Updated August 19, 2013 at 4:59PM

Photo: Brian W. Knight/Swim Bike Run Photography

Barb Hutcherson from the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation offers some advice for keeping your four-legged training partner healthy.

Hot and muggy summer weather can be uncomfortable for humans and canines alike. While running with your pets can be a great form of exercise, there are a few things to take into account before heading out the door.

Great weather greets Crime Solvers 5k racers

By Charlie Ban

Published August 6, 2013 at 12:00PM | Updated June 25, 2015 at 5:19PM

Grace Cleland chases down Chris Rini at the end of the Crime Solvers 5k. Photo: Cheryl Young

Sunday morning, the only crime was that more people weren’t out racing on one of the most pleasant days of the summer. With temperatures in the 60s on an August weekend that is accustomed to heat and humidity, the nearly 200 runners who showed up to the inaugural Fairfax County Crime Solvers 5k at Fairfax Corner.

The race supported Fairfax County Crime Solvers, an independent nonprofit that pays for rewards leading to the arrest of criminals in Fairfax County. Board member Jody Donaldson knew Cheryl Young of the Capital Area Runners team, which was interested in conducting a race. The team had 38 runners race and more than 15 volunteer.

Rain waits for the gun at Crystal City Twilighter 5k

By Charlie Ban

Published July 29, 2013 at 11:48PM | Updated June 25, 2015 at 5:20PM

Runners traverse the rain soaked streets during the Crystal City Twilighter 5k. Photo: Lee Diehr.

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The clouds were apparently waiting for the gun to go off at the Crystal City Twilighter 5k Saturday night, because as soon as the runners started, so did the rain.

Thrilling women’s race highlights DCRR mile championship

By Charlie Ban

Published July 29, 2013 at 11:40PM | Updated June 25, 2015 at 5:20PM

Track isn’t over once you leave school.

There might not be as many opportunities to race on the track as there are on the roads, but the DC Road Runners Track Championship remains a mid-summer option with some panache. And some shock for the legions of marathon runners who switch it up for an evening. The race tactics on display for everyone to see throughout the entire meet, the consistent lap splits and the energizing sound of the bell on the final lap, all of the elements of great track races were on display at Washington-Lee High School.