@@IRunThings I did the half . I must admit that the rain and fog did mess up the scenery, I live in the area and I hardly run on that side do to the lack of shade, even if it’s 60’ and sunny you’ll feel it , so I run mainly further north towards Union city ( lots of shade😁) …. I was told that Staten Island has a half marathon coming this fall … are heading out there too?
Suzie, I am so impressed. Running the time you did in those conditions and apparently hitting the wall around mile five! I have no doubt you will reach your BQ goal!
@@IRunThings there is no shame in walking. I walk during almost all of my runs at some point these days. Important thing is you got through a very difficult race!
Wow your camera is so stable I love it. I recorded mine for my channel (Emanuel Advice) but it wasn't as stable. Great job on the finish🎉🥳 I love the effort💪🏾💪🏾 Start to finish 🏃🏿♀️
Yes there is a huge difference in between shooting with a phone (any phone) and an action camera. I am currently using the x3. There is a link on the description. I love it, but it's not cheap.
Wow, yesterday I worried about the runners. Thank you so much for posting this. Now I know what to expect. I just started up running again, and plan to do a small race at Lincoln Park next month. You finished strong, by the way! Nice! ☺️
Hey! You did another one! Chock it up to experience. Tough out in the rain. I just say forgetaboutit when it’s raining… just go for it and have fun! You’re going to be soaked so just embrace it. I did a race Sunday and it was raining very lightly. First race in years! I lived… barely… 😂 it was great just to finish!
@@IRunThings Thank You! Good morning! It was a 5k. An old friend is the race director and It was the rebirth of the race after a few years of being on hold. I’ll probably do a few more! No specific plans yet. I have a lot of work to do!
An elite marathon runner, Alberto Mena, when he was 150 meters from the finish line, a marathon official diverted his course, making him lose his prize and, most valuable, his time to qualify for the Olympics. It was horrible.
I ran this race yesterday (my first half) and I'm glad to hear someone's views on this, because I was thinking, do all races suck like this? Too bad you didn't also capture the traffic nightmare coming out of that area.
No. Not all races suck. I am sorry this was your first. Many races in NYC are VERY interesting. And the traffic was horrendous going in and going out. I was stuck 25 mins on the ramp to get into the parking lot in the morning.
I was originally supposed to run this race but deferred to next year due to injury. I have to say I’m not sorry I missed out on this weather!! Hopefully they learn from this and are more organized when I run it next year 🤞🏼
Race registration is not cheap and there are certain expectations that go along with that. It is frustrating when a race is not organized especially in poor conditions. I almost registered for a local race that I have done a number of times but looked at the forecast first. It rained buckets here in CT all day. Congrats for persevering!
This one sold out in a month. They knew it was going to be a large event from the get go. It was also marketed as a marquee event... I just wish it had been run better. There's nothing you can do about the weather but the organization was very disjointed
I have to agree. The course is disappointing. The highlight of a race in Jersey City should be to run along the waterfront and see the NYC skyline and Statue of Liberty. But we ran through the outside loop of the park away from the water. Also Jersey City only has 1 hill in the whole city. The rest is pancake flat. For some reason they decided to work that hill into the race course. Also agree the long walk at the end to get out the shoot and get food was super annoying. Newport Liberty Half Marathon is a better choice in my opinion.
Running through the cemetery wasn't fun either. 😕 I am sure there are other races with disappointing courses like this one, but this has to be top 5 in the top 50 disappointing courses in the country. If it had been better organized it would have been ok in my book though. And I 100% agree, Newport Liberty Half blows your mind compared to this, and you also run through the marina which is kind of cool
I’m sorry this one didn’t go well. You’re my hero for not only pushing through all the rain but filming as well. The course didn’t look great. Did you not see your friends? I know you were looking forward to that.
No. I didn't. We totally missed each other. We think they came out after I had already gone through where the boat is. In all honesty the course was so very narrow in that spot it's possible they missed me amongst so many runners. And I didn't know what they were wearing... or what color umbrella they had. So yeah. It's a shame.
El problema es que para los maratonianos era un medio loop y la Calle estaba dividida en la mitad para que ellos pudieran volver... y luego es que los cajones salieron todos a la vez y eso esta fatal. Ha que esperar entre cada Cajon para que corra el aire
Great job toughing it out to the finish, Suzie! I guess running an inaugural event is something like going to opening night at the theater or to a restaurant that hasn't been reviewed yet. Or being the canary in the coal mine. And you at the end wandering from one parking garage to another looking for your car is eerily like a nightmare that I have all the time.😱It looks like you got in a quality training run at least, and you looked super badass in the black kit and sleeves. I would be very intimidated if you pulled up alongside me!
You wouldn't believe how many people look at me and think I run marathons in 3h30. When people talk about runners bodies, I MIGHT look the part, but my body has been such a letdown lately. I haven't had a good race since Brooklyn Half in May last year. Everything I've run for time in the last 12 months has been a huge disappointment.
@@IRunThings It's funny that it's the opposite for me. People see a portly grey-haired old man in flowered swim trunks and Walmart sneakers, and they're surprised--mortified even--that I'm faster than them. But I've been doing this for a long time and work pretty hard at it, and a lot of it is what you're born with. Anyway I'm sure you'll figure out what works best for you when you're running for time. Physically you're doing something pretty different from running at sightseeing pace at Disney and it might require a different pre-race approach. I know that you're determined and you'll get it.
I knew it was you at mile 2. Congrats
Ohhhh. I wish you had said something. Was I filming?? I hope you are on the video. 🙂
And congratulations to you too!!❤❤❤
I was cheering and volunteering at mile 14
Ohhhh that is super cool!!! Thanks for volunteering!!
Thanks for show me part of the course. I’ll be there for full marathon this year.
Mucha suerte!!! La maraton hace este recorrido dos veces
Nice vlog … it was a great run , I was happy it rained , it kept me cool 😂… 🤙🏽
It's possible it wouldn't have been too hot without the rain . Did you do the half or the full marathon?
@@IRunThings I did the half . I must admit that the rain and fog did mess up the scenery, I live in the area and I hardly run on that side do to the lack of shade, even if it’s 60’ and sunny you’ll feel it , so I run mainly further north towards Union city ( lots of shade😁) …. I was told that Staten Island has a half marathon coming this fall … are heading out there too?
Congrats 👏👏👏
Thank you!!
Suzie, I am so impressed. Running the time you did in those conditions and apparently hitting the wall around mile five! I have no doubt you will reach your BQ goal!
In between you and I since no one is watching 😊 I may or may have not done a bit of walking after mile 6.
@@IRunThings there is no shame in walking. I walk during almost all of my runs at some point these days. Important thing is you got through a very difficult race!
Absolutely no shame. 100% agree
Wow your camera is so stable I love it. I recorded mine for my channel (Emanuel Advice) but it wasn't as stable. Great job on the finish🎉🥳 I love the effort💪🏾💪🏾 Start to finish 🏃🏿♀️
Thanks!!! I'll check your channel now!
Which camera did you use?
@@IRunThings just my phone. I didn't want to carry a go pro or a tripod. Next time I will consider doing so thanks to you 🙏🏾
Yes there is a huge difference in between shooting with a phone (any phone) and an action camera. I am currently using the x3. There is a link on the description. I love it, but it's not cheap.
Thank you🙏🏾
Wow, yesterday I worried about the runners. Thank you so much for posting this. Now I know what to expect. I just started up running again, and plan to do a small race at Lincoln Park next month. You finished strong, by the way! Nice! ☺️
Lincoln Park NJ or Lincoln Park Chicago??? And yes, it was not a good day for a race. But also it wasn't a well organized race either
Mama said there'll be days like this.
😊😊😊😊😊
Looks like it had great crowd supper despite the weather conditions.💦
6k runners and it was the Inaugural event
Runners going around puddles 🤣 Great job sticking it out! You’re my hero 🤩
😁😁😁😁 your socks did beautifully in the rain. I didn't even feel my feet were wet at all. They are Fantastic!!! 🥰
Hey! You did another one! Chock it up to experience. Tough out in the rain. I just say forgetaboutit when it’s raining… just go for it and have fun! You’re going to be soaked so just embrace it. I did a race Sunday and it was raining very lightly. First race in years! I lived… barely… 😂 it was great just to finish!
Great job H!!!! Which distance did you run??? I am happy for you!! Will you do more?
@@IRunThings Thank You! Good morning! It was a 5k. An old friend is the race director and It was the rebirth of the race after a few years of being on hold. I’ll probably do a few more! No specific plans yet. I have a lot of work to do!
An elite marathon runner, Alberto Mena, when he was 150 meters from the finish line, a marathon official diverted his course, making him lose his prize and, most valuable, his time to qualify for the Olympics. It was horrible.
🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵 This is not computing in my brain right now. This is horrible!!!
indescribable how horrible it was to see that moment
This is devastating for an athlete. I am so sorry this happened to him
to tell you that Alberto was recognized for his true time and was recognized in 3rd place. I am very😁😁👏👏👏
Congratulations!!!!! That must have made him feel a lot better! 🙂🙂🙂
Congrats!
Thanks!
The fact that you still filmed that rainy race. You should get a medal just for that.
Nah. Filming gave me something to do. The course is super boring
Bravo Suzie !🌸
Merci beaucoup 🥰🥰🥰
I ran this race yesterday (my first half) and I'm glad to hear someone's views on this, because I was thinking, do all races suck like this? Too bad you didn't also capture the traffic nightmare coming out of that area.
No. Not all races suck. I am sorry this was your first. Many races in NYC are VERY interesting. And the traffic was horrendous going in and going out. I was stuck 25 mins on the ramp to get into the parking lot in the morning.
My respects to you and all the runners true warriors ❤
Thanks!!! For watching and commenting
Very well done especially in those conditions. Took a lot of determination 👏🏻🥇
Yeah. It was a 'let's get it over with' state of mind lol.
I was originally supposed to run this race but deferred to next year due to injury. I have to say I’m not sorry I missed out on this weather!! Hopefully they learn from this and are more organized when I run it next year 🤞🏼
I am sorry you are injured but I agree, this was not a race that people will be sad to have misses. What kind of injury if you don't mind my asking?
@@IRunThings Hip tendinitis. I have been cutting back on running and trying to focus on strength training
Race registration is not cheap and there are certain expectations that go along with that. It is frustrating when a race is not organized especially in poor conditions. I almost registered for a local race that I have done a number of times but looked at the forecast first. It rained buckets here in CT all day. Congrats for persevering!
This one sold out in a month. They knew it was going to be a large event from the get go. It was also marketed as a marquee event... I just wish it had been run better. There's nothing you can do about the weather but the organization was very disjointed
The good news is that you didn't get a sun burn. I ended up 20 miles west of there and did running 4pm as the weather turned delightful.
Yeap. There wasnt a cloud in the sky as I was driving back home. 😆😆😆
I have to agree. The course is disappointing. The highlight of a race in Jersey City should be to run along the waterfront and see the NYC skyline and Statue of Liberty. But we ran through the outside loop of the park away from the water. Also Jersey City only has 1 hill in the whole city. The rest is pancake flat. For some reason they decided to work that hill into the race course. Also agree the long walk at the end to get out the shoot and get food was super annoying. Newport Liberty Half Marathon is a better choice in my opinion.
Running through the cemetery wasn't fun either. 😕 I am sure there are other races with disappointing courses like this one, but this has to be top 5 in the top 50 disappointing courses in the country. If it had been better organized it would have been ok in my book though. And I 100% agree, Newport Liberty Half blows your mind compared to this, and you also run through the marina which is kind of cool
I’m sorry this one didn’t go well. You’re my hero for not only pushing through all the rain but filming as well. The course didn’t look great. Did you not see your friends? I know you were looking forward to that.
No. I didn't. We totally missed each other. We think they came out after I had already gone through where the boat is. In all honesty the course was so very narrow in that spot it's possible they missed me amongst so many runners. And I didn't know what they were wearing... or what color umbrella they had. So yeah. It's a shame.
No hay lugares más anchos en Jersey City por donde pasar?
El problema es que para los maratonianos era un medio loop y la Calle estaba dividida en la mitad para que ellos pudieran volver... y luego es que los cajones salieron todos a la vez y eso esta fatal. Ha que esperar entre cada Cajon para que corra el aire
Great job toughing it out to the finish, Suzie! I guess running an inaugural event is something like going to opening night at the theater or to a restaurant that hasn't been reviewed yet. Or being the canary in the coal mine. And you at the end wandering from one parking garage to another looking for your car is eerily like a nightmare that I have all the time.😱It looks like you got in a quality training run at least, and you looked super badass in the black kit and sleeves. I would be very intimidated if you pulled up alongside me!
You wouldn't believe how many people look at me and think I run marathons in 3h30. When people talk about runners bodies, I MIGHT look the part, but my body has been such a letdown lately. I haven't had a good race since Brooklyn Half in May last year. Everything I've run for time in the last 12 months has been a huge disappointment.
So I guess what I am saying is CLEARLY no one should feel intimidated by me 😂😂😂
@@IRunThings It's funny that it's the opposite for me. People see a portly grey-haired old man in flowered swim trunks and Walmart sneakers, and they're surprised--mortified even--that I'm faster than them. But I've been doing this for a long time and work pretty hard at it, and a lot of it is what you're born with. Anyway I'm sure you'll figure out what works best for you when you're running for time. Physically you're doing something pretty different from running at sightseeing pace at Disney and it might require a different pre-race approach. I know that you're determined and you'll get it.
@@IRunThings Yeah, we all know that you're a sweetheart. But you can be a FAST sweetheart too. Hang in there!
Eff being a sweetheart. I'd rather be faaaast 😆😆😆
you did it in the rain.Good job
The rain was a minor nuisance 😆😆😆
Pues llovía un poquito si...
Mogollón. A ratos habia que cerrar los ojos porque se me movian las lentillas 😆