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There's nothing like running for a great cause, and the vast numbers of people who show up for each and every race serve as huge inspiration for each other - and for me. Even when I'm running by myself, like I did this morning, I always choose someone on the course to try to beat. People who push themselves make me push myself harder, and I have managed to run some pretty great races, alongside determined, stylish, and talented athletes.
![New York Road Runners](http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_b5snyLI1uZg/S6-oszWMbaI/AAAAAAAAAc0/qxAGSopIqXU/s320/NYRR+Polaroid.jpg)
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This weekend's post is a call to all of our readers, athletes and non-athletes alike, to check out your local race calendar and find a walk/run for a great cause. Active.com is a terrific place to start. The races are tons of fun, and there's always lots of free stuff - food, drinks, raffles, etc. Plus, you can get a fun race t-shirt!
![Beth @ Senioritis](http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_b5snyLI1uZg/S6-pEDEdkjI/AAAAAAAAAdE/RN7Rj2xOOqc/s320/beth+polaroid.jpg)