Philly 1/2 race packet pick-up

Headed down to Philly this afternoon to pick up my race packet for Sunday's Philly 1/2 Marathon. I also picked up Ken White's packet. I really enjoy this race, but they only allow you to pick up one other packet. If you want to pick up a third packet, it would cost you $20. I think that is ridiculous, but this is what happens when races get too big. They are expecting 20,000 runners for this race. Weather is supposed to be great for Sunday. My brother in law Dale will be running with us.

The expo is always well attended and had lots of exhibitors and many freebies. The Running Penguin, John Bingham was there talking about his running experiences. John preaches that you don't have to be fast to enjoy running. He is a great read and a wonderful motivator.

My goal today was to get the packets then head over to the Reading Terminal Market to get my hands on a pork Sandwich from Dinic's. I heard about Dinic's on Man vs Food, which, in a way, is the inspiration for my blog. I want to show folks that you can enjoy food and still be healthy. The pork, provolone and broccoli rabe on Italian bread was excellent. It is a top ten sandwich. There was a long line, but a seat opened up on the counter so I jumped in. I sat next to Steve (new friend) and we talked about food. Steve is not running on Sunday, but there were plenty of others there that will be racing.

On my way out, I stopped at Bassets for an ice cream. This was also very good. I need to run on Sunday just to work off all the food I consumed today.

Sunday's plan is to run 13.1, hang a bit to enjoy the atmosphere then head over to Gino's or Pat's to get a Philly cheesesteak.