The BlogHer 5K Project

by Shannon on 2.23.09

runnerI had this crazy idea.

I’ve been reading a few bloggers who are into running marathons. And in my experience at the past two BlogHer conferences, I know I like to get out of the hotel and see the sights around town.

So how about a BlogHer 5K? I’ve searched online and found running paths with fabulous views of the sights around the Chicago lakeshore. We could do this Friday morning. If we start around 7 AM (which isn’t insanely early), we’d be done by 8 AM or so, which still leaves time to shower and get to the opening keynote. If we get enough interest I might even get some T-shirts made.

Who’s interested? Anyone… anyone… ?

{ 25 comments }

workout mommy February 23, 2009 at 3:21 pm

count me in!!!!

mothergoosemouse February 23, 2009 at 3:33 pm

I’ll do it!

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ClassyMommy February 23, 2009 at 3:35 pm

I’m totally interested. And this would be great incentive for getting in shape too. Let’s totally do it. Let me know what I can do to help.

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Lori at Spinning Yellow February 23, 2009 at 3:39 pm

Great idea! I’m in! Now, I guess I better register for BlogHer, huh?

Kim/hormone-colored days February 23, 2009 at 3:50 pm

Did you say walk/run? Might be do-able. And fun!

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Stimey February 23, 2009 at 8:48 pm

Blerg. Okay, I’m in!

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melanie February 23, 2009 at 8:55 pm

i probably won’t be able to attend the conference but i live in chicago and would love to join in the run.

De in D.C. February 23, 2009 at 11:38 pm

Could we have a training group for women wanting to run their first 5k at BlogHer? I’d need that one, lol.

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Diana February 24, 2009 at 10:14 pm

You already know I’m in! :)

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Lori Luna March 2, 2009 at 6:31 pm

Hi there – as the events manager here at BlogHer I would love to chat with you about this.

L.

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Heathen Mom May 20, 2009 at 10:45 am

I would love to do a walk. Could we have like a one mile walk route as well?

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Laurie May 20, 2009 at 10:57 am

I’d be up for a walk with a group if there’s interest!! Not much of a runner though!

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Paula G May 20, 2009 at 11:47 am

I’d do it but since I don’t run, I’d have to walk.. if there are other walkies I’d do it. I know I am speaking on Friday morning, so I need to be mindful of time, but a walk outside would be a great way to energize the day.

Holly Hamann May 20, 2009 at 11:47 am

I think this is an excellent idea (I’m a runner)! I am totally in! I would even be willing to help. Maybe TheBlogFrog (my company) can help sponsor the event!

Nap Warden May 20, 2009 at 1:53 pm

I live in Chicago…and am going to BlogHer…Count me in:)

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Julie @ Angry Julie Monday May 20, 2009 at 2:39 pm

I’m totally in. What a great way to get together!

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Vicky May 20, 2009 at 2:57 pm

I’m in! I LOVE this idea!!

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Alison May 20, 2009 at 2:59 pm

I would love to participate! This would be my first one and it sounds like a nice low key place to start. Except if there are hills… Will there be hills?

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hipm0m77 May 21, 2009 at 8:59 am

I’m so in. Great idea, lady!!

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Roni May 21, 2009 at 2:25 pm

I’m IN!! :)

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Andrea @ Mommy Snacks.net May 21, 2009 at 10:02 pm

I’m in! And, a few other girls coming w/ would be too! Can’t wait to see details!!

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Lee of MWOB May 22, 2009 at 12:42 am

7 am Central Time equals 5 am PST so hmmmm…..this requires some thought. But I really would love to do it….so keep me apprised of what’s up…..great great idea.

I think.

:-)

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lyne appel downing June 8, 2009 at 12:10 pm

Yes for sure!! I am a personal trainor, yoga instructor and do not know Chicago too well…I would also like to discuss Ecostore USA help to sponser this event with you.
Please shoot me an email….

Lyne~~

Amy in OHio June 8, 2009 at 8:42 pm

Totally in, think it would be ok if we walked it?

Dawn June 18, 2009 at 9:34 pm

I’m in!!!

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