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There isn't much that hasn't already been said about the tragedy that unfolded this year at the Boston Marathon.  

My heart goes out to all of those affected by the horrific bombings.  

I know that there is not much we can do to make things better.  In the future we all need to be aware of everything going on around us and report anything suspicious - even if it seems ridiculous.  Lets error on the side of caution.

While on Instagram one of the pages I follow @pavementrunner organized a worldwide run - one week from the Boston Marathon.  Insane Marathon is proud to be the organizer for #BostonStrongTampa.

If you are in the Tampa area - please join us for a run Monday April 22 at 7:00pm.  We will meet at Hyde Park Village in Tampa near the fountain (across from Lululemon).  

Facebook Event Page

You can run or walk any distance.  Just your presence would be appreciated.  I look forward to having you join us.  Lets show Boston that Tampa is thinking about them through this tragedy.  

If you do not live in Tampa - click here - to view all of the other #BostonStrong events going on around the world.  If your city is not listed, create an event like this and share with your community. 

Below is an excerpt from pavementrunner.com:

"I feel like I need to do something. Something more than a donation. Something more than a blog post or a photo or a graphic. I’m inspired by the community and how we have come together and shown our support, shed our tears and expressed our fears. With a simple look at your Facebook page, a refresh of your twitter feed or scroll through Instagram and you can SEE the love.

But I want to FEEL it. I want us to embrace the community in a REAL and HUMAN way. I want us to do what we do best.

I want us to run…together. I’m organizing a global event: #BostonStrong<city>

A run for us to unite and show our strength.
A run for those that were unable to finish.
A run for those that may never run again.
A run for us to try and make sense of the tragedy that has forever changed something we love."

#BostonStrongTampa

 
 
INSANITY marathon training is on track.  This past week I was able to get in 3 INSANITY workouts (Max Cardio Conditioning, Max Interval Circuit, ASYLUM: Strength).  This week I changed things up and added in some Insanity: The Asylum into training.  I felt like I needed some strength training and removed Core Cardio and Balance to allow Asylum: Strength.  It was definitely rough & I felt the muscle burn the next day. Results and Recovery formula always helps after a strength workout or any tough workout for that matter.  You should try it yourself! One of InsaneMarathon.com's facebook fans Nikki T. let me know her feedback using Results and Recovery "The Results & Recovery drink has a great taste. I used it on the 2nd day of double digit training runs & I feel it helped in my quicker recovery."  

Running workouts for the week included a 9 mile run in Miami (5 treadmill 4 with the Brickell Run Club).  A 5k race and a 1 mile race on Saturday at the One Step Closer to the Cure 5k & 1 mile event in St. Petersburg.  Today I finished the Hooters 10k Classic race in Clearwater. 

This coming week the milage ramps up with a 3 mile, 8 mile and 20 mile run.  3 MAX

I posted this on Facebook today and wanted to take a second and post in on here as well: 
"Remember to always listen to your body. Stay within your limits. Slow down if you need to. Take more breaks if needed. Go to the doctor for preventative checkups. Just being active & trying your best is better than doing nothing at all. Stay healthy & stay safe." 
Safety should always be your #1 priority.  If something doesn't feel right go with your instinct and slow down or stop.  Consult with your physician before starting any strenuous workout routine.  

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-James B.