#653 - Announcing the McKirdy Micro Races: Breaking 3, Road to Tokyo, and Micro 10k

In 2023, McKirdy Trained created an Olympic Trials focused race to serve athletes from all over the world to earn their national standards. The race produced more global standards in our event than any other race in the USA in 2023 - including World Majors! Even 44 USATF Olympic trials times! Now they are expanding their reach and offering that same service to a larger audience. March 29th-30th at Rockland Lake State Park, New York Breaking 3 - the name says it all! But do we expect to see a few under 2:30! Entry standards apply. Road to Tokyo - a professional marathon event to help emerging elite and top professionals. Over $20,000 in prize money! Entry standards apply. McKirdy Micro 10k - The fastest 10k course in the country. Open to all. Three race events meant to serve athletes in finding their absolute best. Held on the fastest 3-mile loop in the country. This is where you run your fastest! What you get: Tangent line Personal bottles every 3 miles TRUSTED pacers Prize money - over $30,000 in total! Cheer zones for friends and family every 3 miles! What you don't get: Lines at the bathrooms Race day chaos Massive crowds to manage and run around Race day anxiety - we keep things simple! Learn more about the McKirdy Micro Races: https://mckirdytrained.com/mckirdy-micro-races . --- Sponsors ASICS - Check out my favorite footwear brand, and the new Superblast 2 (my favorite shoe of 2024) at www.asics.com . --- Rambling Runner Resources Personalized Coaching - Are you looking to work with a running coach? I am here for you! I've been working with runners of all ages and abilities for five years - from newer runners, masters runners looking to PR, and folks hoping to break 3:00 in the marathon. You can learn more by going to www.mckirdytrained.com , where I coach, or by emailing me at ramblingrunnerpodcast@gmail.com . Rambling Runner Run Club - I am excited to announce a new venture that I’ve been thinking about creating for over a year. This is a place to interact with fellow runners, catch-up on the latest in the running world, and learn from your fellow amateur runners. In addition, each month I will host conversations, interview people from across the running world, and share interesting and insightful content. Join us here - https://rambling-runner-run-club.mn.co/landing/plans/1433028 . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices