From a distance, the McCarren Park track may look harmless, but during the morning hours of 7 to 11, the track transforms into an obstacle course of an unusual sort. In the center of the track, players preparing for games later in the day practice by kicking roughly a gazillion soccer balls every which way. So your jog requires vigilance--and even then, you'll probably end up getting hit. The track also has an assortment of other distractions, from wandering toddlers and kids riding bikes ... More »
