Two Rivers Half Marathon

The weekend is here. And we call it pavement therapy … See you down the road. 👊🏻 Oct 27th! ✌🏻 Oh hi, Alec! Link to register for the race is in our bio. 💙

Wednesday Wisdom with the focus on effort and ease. 🏃‍♀️💙👊🏻

Thank you to our latest sponsors. Your support helps us have a successful October 27th! … Check them out and get that registration secured for the Prettiest Race in Texas!! The link is in our bio. 🏃‍♀️💙

It's time to lace up for those weekend miles and make it count! Let’s go Friday … 🏃‍♀️ ... have you registered yet? We have a half, 5K, and kid's fun run planned for October 27th. The link to the registration options is in our bio.

Wednesday Running Wisdom, just run. We’re all runners. Featuring our returning athlete, Norma! See you October 27th on River Road! 🏃‍♀️💙 Link to register in our bio.

Does anyone else occasionally get stuck in a negative thought loop of the challenges/aches that present themselves in the long run? Here are four tips (+ a bonus!) that will help you to distract your mind and stay positive! If you’ve got anything to add, please share it in the comments. Happy Running! And check out this great shot of 🏃‍♀️ See you October 27th! 🏃‍♀️ The link to register for the Half and 5K is in our bio.

Today, We honor this Mom and this Son. 💙 Thank you, Peggy, for sharing Ryan with us. 💙

If you have wondered about the name behind our 5K race, here is a bit of Ryan’s story. Sign up to run in honor and memory of Ryan. In 2019, Ryan Bielke was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma. At the time of his diagnosis, the cancer had already spread through his body. Ryan was in his last semester of his doctorate program for physical therapy. Cancer took his life three months later, and he never completed his goal of running a marathon. Running was a big part of his life. He was an avid outdoorsman. He focused on exercising daily through running, cycling, swimming, or rock climbing. The focus he mastered from participating in races helped him find mental clarity when he faced his devastating diagnosis. He once said, “Being able to do what you love is an underappreciated thing until that ability is stripped away.” The 5K this year will start and end on River Road. Register using the link in our bio.

Thank you to our latest sponsors. Your support helps us have a successful October 27th! … Check them out and get that registration in before midnight to lock in before the price increase. Link is in our bio.

Reminder: PRICE INCREASE ALERT! Register for the Half this weekend before the price goes up on July 1st! Use the link in our bio or message us with any questions. We're excited to see you by the River on October 27th! Happy Friday! 🏃‍♀️💙🏃‍♀️💙

Trainer Tip Thursday: Stay Hydrated! Drink before you are thirsty. Stay properly hydrated by drinking before, during, and after your run. Electrolytes are important, especially in the heat. Replenish if you plan to move in the heat for 60 minutes or more to avoid cramping and dehydration. ... and if you are still looking to sign up for the half, you have until June 30th before we have a price increase! Message us for details or see the link in our bio.

Happy Global Running Day! To offset those tough, hot, humid conditions of Summer time in Texas we are giving you a little gift TODAY in the form of a discount code! Until 11:59 pm today, June 5th use the discount code GLOBALRUNDAY for 10% off your registration. There is a July 1 price increase, so tell all your running buddies to get on it! 🏃‍♀️ FUN FACT: The training program begins at the end of this month. Check out links in our bio to learn more. We would love to have you! 🏃‍♀️

We are thrilled to start the 18-week Two Rivers Training Program with you on June 26th. Coach Nick will provide a structured plan for you to follow, alongside others who share similar goals. Together, we will work towards finishing strong and injury-free, while also building lifelong friendships. Nick and Michelle are proud of all the athletes who have completed our programs in the past, and looking forward to welcoming more participants this year! So come sweat with us and crush your running goals! To register see the link in our bio or send us a message for details! 💙 Let's Goooooo!! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

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It's not just a race, it's an experience to run down River Road ... with an improved net downhill course for 2024 and options for Half and 5K, you don't want to miss it ... so what are you waiting for? Check out the link in our bio and enjoy the run ... plus stay tuned to learn about our race beneficiaries ... ✌🏻

Got in your early bird registration? If not you have until April 7th to lock in your deal! And if you have committed and are ready to train, congratulations we have a program for you! This program is for beginners and intermediate runners who would like a structured program and train with others. All paces are represented and welcome to join, but you must be able to complete 1 mile running to participate in the program. And you might be thinking, am I a beginner or intermediate? Well, we have answers for that too!

Beginner: "I haven't run a Half and I don't have much running experience."
Intermediate: "I have run a Half before and I want a more structured plan."

If you have a goal time, we refer you to our monthly coaching program. This is a running program; if you are interested in run/walk plans please contact us at 830-660-6820.

Program starts: Wednesday, June 26, 2024

FOR MORE INFO, SEE THE LINK IN OUR BIO!

October 27, 2024! Mark your calendar and register soon! Early bird registration is now live through April 7th, and it's a steal! For more details and to register, see the link in our bio and continue to follow us for updates and details on our training program! 💙

Everything you need to know about post-race details here:

Post Race Info & Questionnaire Check out YOUR results here. If you placed in the top 3 in your age group and weren’t able to get your medal on race day, you can pick it up at Two Rivers Running any time during business hours. (11 am to 6 pm Monday-Saturday and noon to 5 pm Sunday)

Thank you to J&B Photography for capturing our race moments from this past Sunday.

START/FINISH LINE Race photo link:
https://belenolguin.pixieset.com/tworiversstartandfinish.../
Race Course and Award photos:
https://belenolguin.pixieset.com/tworivershalfmarathonan.../

The official results are in! Check it!!

Two Rivers Half Marathon and Ryan Bielke 5K Results | Athlete Guild Two Rivers Half Marathon and Ryan Bielke 5K is on Sunday November 19, 2023 in New Braunfels, TX at Rockin R River Rides - Gruene. Events include: Half Marathon, 5K Run/Walk, Kids Fun Run, DQ

Have you heard? Today is International Hug a Runner Day!

And we want to give each you a big hug! We have loved seeing your shared posts and stories. Yesterday was an incredible day. Thank you for showing up and so happy that You Got To Run!! We are all athletes and looking forward to sharing the details for 2024. 💙👊🏻🏃‍♀️

Today's the day! Embrace it, enjoy it, come and get 'em ... 💙👊🏻🏃‍♀️

Have you heard?

Race day is tomorrow! We want to see your race day highlights! Use hashtags and
when posting and sharing your photos.

Reminder to pick up your packet today 11 am-7 pm! There will be no packet pick up race day for the Half Marathon. If you are in the 5K or Kid's Fun Run, you can grab yours today or tomorrow morning starting at 630 am. Pick up at 1265 North Academy Ave, 78130.

Thank you to our sponsors for helping us make it to the big day ... two more sleeps then it's on!! 💙

Race day is the time to enjoy the payoff of all the hard work and training. Don’t forget to take it all in, and have gratitude for the air in your lungs and your beating heart. Remember to admire the beautiful sights with your fellow runners. Maintain your sense of humor, and don’t forget to smile every once in a while. When the going gets tough, remember that the reason you should keep going is the same reason you started. Sunday will be here soon! Let’s go do this! 👊🏻💙🏃‍♀️

Thank you to our amazing athletes for helping us keep pace on Nov 19th!! There is still time to sign up! Link in our bio. See you November 19th! 👊🏻💙

Attention, packet pick-up info! Pick up at the store (1265 N Academy) Fri Nov 17, 11am-6pm and Sat Nov 18, 11 am - 7 pm. Race Day pickup is only available for 5K and Kid's Fun Run. Half Marathoners must pick up their packet the day before race day.

Less than a week away ... and what you need to know! 👊🏻

One week until race day: Time to Prepare! Most of this information was in last week’s email, but we’ve had lots of new folks register since then! Yay! If you have registered since the 12th, check out last week’s email and scroll down to the “nice to know” section to learn more.

We are less than a week away from race day so stay tuned for updates throughout the week to get you to the start line!

First up, we will have free parking available across the street and within walking distance to the finish line and half marathon bus loading area. You are encouraged to approach the parking area on Gruene Road from Loop 337. The address is 1405 Gruene Road. From I-35, take Exit 189. Follow Loop 337 for about 2.8 miles and exit Gruene Road. Turn right at the stop sign and reach the parking areas in less than a mile.

Paid parking ($10) is available closer to Rockin’ R, 1405 Gruene Rd.
Payment can be made in cash at the parking entrance, or via Venmo () at the entrance or in advance and show your payment when you park.

We are two weeks away from the Prettiest Race in Texas and still seeking volunteers.
See comments for a link to help. Or message us! See you Nov 19th.

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