The Arthritis Foundation held their Annual Jingle Bell Run in Lake Como, NJ on Saturday, December 10, 2011. The 5K Race and 1 mile walk attracted a large field of runners and walkers who supported the work of the foundation. The race is part of a series of Jingle Bell Runs that the Arthritis Foundation holds across the nation.
The weather was a bit on the chilly side at the start but ideal for the many Santa clad runners who participated. The runners lined up in front of Bar Anticipation where the foundation gave some inspiring words to the runners and then the National Anthem was sung. The command to start was given by Jersey Shore Running Club’s Phil Hinck. The runners then took off down 16th Avenue toward the ocean and made a loop around the Lake Como and then back to a finish on the side of Bar A.
Coming in frost for the men was Jeff Propert of Wall in a time of 16:46 followed by Charlie Rogers in 17:34 and Ricky Miller in 17:47.
For the women it was Lisa Namath in a time of 19:58 followed by Maggie Grousman in20:11 and then Stephanie Lafergola in 20:22.
After the race awards were presented to the top finishers and the participants were treated to a post-race party at Bar A.
Coming up runners will have plenty to choose from in coming weeks to include:
Sunday, December 11, 5K, Jingle Bell Run, Toms River, NJ
Sunday, December 11, 5K, Toys for Tots, Freehold, NJ
Sunday, December 11, 10AM, 10 Miles, , The Grand Finale, Mercer County Park, West Windsor, NJ
Sunday, December 25, 5k, 10k, Marathon, 11 AM, Marathon, Christmas Day Marathon, Van Cortlandt Park, NYC - It's free
Saturday, December 31, 1 PM, 5 Miles, Polar Bear Run, Asbury Park, NJ
Saturday, December 31, New Year's Eve Twilight Run, Asbury Park, NJ
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