Looks like winter has finally arrived! With a light sprinkling of snow and temperatures starting to drop, it is time to get your winter running gear out.
At this time of the year, many people either take a break from running or spend more time on the treadmill. I find it easier to get outside for a quick run. There is nothing more beautiful then running through various neighbourhoods after a light dusting of snow in the evening when everyone has their Christmas lights on. I find myself so distracted by the decorations that I don’t even notice how many kilometers I’ve run.
If you have time this month, I’d recommend running around two of the major parks we have in Kitchener-Waterloo and checking out the light shows that they currently have going on.
Waterloo
Waterloo Park – Wonders of Winter.
The lights will be on now until December 31 from 5:30pm – 10:30pm.
Kitchener
Victoria Park – Christmas Fantasy.
The lights will be on now until December 31 from 5:30pm – 10:30pm.
Santa Pur-suit contest winners
Congratulations to the Santa Pursuit contest winners – Daniel and Jennifer!
For Daniel the Santa Pur-suit will be his first Run Waterloo race! What motivates him to continue training on a regular basis? “The feeling you get from running a personal best”. Let’s hope his first Run Waterloo race can give him a new pb!
Win a FREE Run Waterloo membership for 2017!
Run Waterloo made a big announcement yesterday: 2017 memberships! Interested in winning a free Run Waterloo membership? All you need to do is answer the question below. The contest is open now until 9pm on December 16, 2016.
What do you love most about living in Waterloo Region? #kwawesome
Two participants will be randomly selected to win a free 2017 Run Waterloo membership. Anyone is eligible!
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What I love about living in Waterloo Region… all of the festivals. I also love living so close to both downtown and uptown, that I can leave the car at home and walk to the events.
Yes! Always something to do!
I love the easy access to green spaces and trails. Country within the city!
I love that they look different every season as well!
I love having close access to RIM, parks for trail running and celebrations through the year like THanksgiving Day parade.
Thanks Sam! The Thanksgiving Day parade is one of my favourite parades in the area!
The people. I would have quit running long ago if there weren’t so many awesome runners to hang out with. We run different routes, some quite long, and i know they watch out for me. One day i underdressed and a friend gave me one of her shirts that she was wearing!
Thanks Maria! I agree 🙂
I love the sports community in KW! We have such a rich, active community and support for athletics and recreation for all levels of “athlete”. I’m lucky enough to treat a few of them!
Thanks Katie! Great answer
Thank you to everyone that participated on Facebook, Twitter and the blog. The winner announcement is now available! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1yKEWREqhM
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