Favorite part of race weekend: “During the Half I LOVE the gorgeous water views and beautiful homes while running along Chesapeake Ave. turning the bend to run along the water is the best feeling! (Also love the petting zoo during the 5K.”
Favorite Crawlin’ Crab memory: “So many good ones!! Specifically 2019 stands out to me because I PRβed the 5k and the half!! It was my first year of being an Ambassador for J&A, I was about to turn 40 and I was training for my very first marathon! And it was a total redemption for me because I had one my hardest races ever at Crawlinβ Crab a few years before and I kind of avoided the race for a bit! Now itβs one of my faves! “
Favorite local Hampton food spot: “Buckroe Coffee Co”
My running playlist isn’t complete without: “Blinding Lights by The Weeknd”
Favorite part of race weekend: “Last year it was the animals on the 5k! I definitely stopped and learned more about the animals and got to pet them before I got back on the course to finish. My favorite part of the course on the half marathon is when you end up on the stretch (about halfway through) where the water is on your left for a good stretch. Great course support there!”
Favorite Crawlin’ Crab memory: “My current half marathon PR was set on the course in 2023. The crowd support was amazing throughout the course. The best part was crossing the finish line and having friends and J.A. Ambassadors (at that time) celebrate with me after.”
Favorite local Hampton food spot: “Oozlefinch Beers and Blending is my favorite drink spot! Stuft is my favorite food choice!”
My running playlist isn’t complete without: “CAAMP, Mumford & Sons, The Avett Brothers, Goo Goo Dolls, and Mt. Joy”
Favorite part of race weekend: “Running with friends and petting the animals near the finish!”
Favorite Crawlin’ Crab memory: “My PR back in 2013! I’ve since accomplished by goal of getting under 2 hours in a half marathon, but Crawlin’ Crab was definitely an important part of that journey.”
Favorite local Hampton food spot: “The Deadrise or Pour Girls!”
My running playlist isn’t complete without: “Kelis – Bossy. The best mid-race hype song EVER!”
Favorite part of race weekend: “The expo is really fun because you get a chance to meet new people and share stories.
Favorite Crawlin’ Crab memory: “My first half marathon was the Crawlin’ Crab”
Favorite local Hampton food spot: “Stuft”
My running playlist isn’t complete without: “BigX”
Favorite part of race weekend: “Favorite part of the course is definitely running by the water & getting sprayed with water hoses :)”
Favorite Crawlin’ Crab memory: “Meeting a new friend on the course!!”
Favorite local Hampton food spot: “Park Lane Tavern”
My running playlist isn’t complete without: “2000s hits!!!”
