I just uploaded pictures from my position as a volunteer at this morning's 46th annual Balboa 4 Mile cross-country race. I love this opening shot not only because it looks like one guy is running on air, but because it also shows the age range in the open category. There were so many kids under 18, even 12, giving it their all today.
I've long believed that volunteering as a course marsal or aid station worker is a great way to recharge and to revise your own race strategies. Plus, you do not have to worry about heat, hydration or the lines at the portable toilets. This is a tough course, which includes running up both of the biggest hills in Balboa Park (Powder and ZigZag) in addition to smaller hills. This year there was a new celebrity race competing for participants. But between the great turnouts at both events, I think it was a good day for one and all.
I worked a well marked part of the course, which allowed me to take pictures while yelling, "Move on to the grass!" Really, there was no need to yell. In addition to being fast runners, they're also smart.
Have a great Labor Day weekend, everyone.
7 comments:
We volunteered at this race last year, and it was fun to see the different levels of runners go through. Yes, this is one tough course, yet I am in awe of those who complete it. Great pictures!
I love to volunteer, it's a way to give back to the sport I've taken so much from. And it's FUN! Good for you!! Looks like a really cool race :).
I love shots with both feet in the air!
Way to go with the volunteering; races wouldn't happen without them :) I love to volunteer almost as much as I love to race!
Great pics, Anne! The runner in th first pic looks like he's flying!
Looks like volunteering at a race gives a unique perspective! Good for you!
He really does look like he's running on air! I need to add "volunteer at a race" to my list of things to do.
I definitely plan on volunteering for a race some time soon! So many things to try in this world of running :)
Speaking of Balboa Park races, Ang got an award in the mail today because she got 3rd female in her age group at the 8 miler. We had no idea!
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