Findlay Striders

8th Annual Up, Up, and Away 5K at Emory Adams Park in Findlay

2010-06-08T13:15:00.003-04:00

It's almost that time of year! Time for one of Findlay's most popular 5K race events. See below for the registration form. If you would like to volunteer to help with this race, please contact Findlay Striders.

Up, Up, and Away Race Registration Form

Details:

Packet Pickup:
Friday August 13: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Northwest Ohio Orthopedics Sports Medicine
7595 CR 236 Findlay, OH

Race day Packet Pickup
Registration available until 8:45 a.m. at Emory Adams Park.

Race Date:
Saturday, August 14th, 2010

Race Location:
Emory Adams Park
1861 S. Blanchard St. Findlay, OH

Register by Mail or Online
Event # 1847290
http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1847290

Podcasts for Runners

2010-05-31T08:44:00.003-04:00

If you're like me, you sometimes get tired of listening to music on those lonesome long runs. A great alternative is to download your favorite podcast. Here are some running podcasts you might enjoy.

Phedippidations
Runners Round Table
The Extra Mile Podcast
4 Feet Running

For a complete listing, go to:
runningpodcasts.org

Great Tool for Creating a Training Plan

2010-05-26T13:24:00.000-04:00

I love this tool. Check it out and create a custom training plan on the fly!!

Runner's World Smart Coach

My one and only complaint is that the Start Week doesn't have options further into the future. Some of us like to plan ahead. ;-)

Endurance athlete asks area runners to join her

2010-05-24T13:35:00.000-04:00

From the Toledo Blade, Monday May 24th:
   Internationally known endurance athlete Lisa Smith Batchen, who is attempting to run 50 miles in each of America's 50 states over a two-month period, has invited area runners to join her during a 12-hour jaunt she has planned at Wildwood Preserve Metropark Tuesday.
   She plans to run from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the park's trails. Runners can come and go as they wish.
   Ms. Batchen's 'Running Hope Through America' campaign began in New Jersey on April 19. She is trying to raise money and awareness for orphans.
   The park district said it will open Wildwood an hour early to accommodate her.

Hocking Hills!

2010-05-20T15:20:00.000-04:00

Update from Gary Bogner:

It's time to make reservations for the Hocking Hills Indian run. The run is on Saturday, September 18 and you can run a 5k, 10k, 20k, 40k or 60k. Here is the link for the run…..
http://www.1800hocking.com/indianrun

Now for the important stuff….camping, eating and drinking. There are a group of us that camp Friday night and Saturday night at Hocking Hills state park. I have already reserved 5 sites (sites 98, 100, 101, 102 and 103) that have 2 tents on each site. There are some open slots as of the sending of this email so let me know if you want in and I'll get on the list. Here is the camp site layout in case you are thinking about getting your own site. If you get a site, let me know the number and if you have room for another Strider and I will keep the list current. It cost $62.25 per site for the 2 nights. Kim usually coordinates the food stuff for the Friday night spaghetti dinner and Saturday cookout and huge Sunday breakfast. More on that to come as the list of attendees is finalized. Here is a link to Hocking Hills state park…. Let me know if you have questions or I missed something. It is a great family time which includes horse back riding or canoeing on Saturday afternoon and some hiking at Old Man's cave.
http://www.ohiodnr.com/parks/tabid/743/Default.aspx

32nd Annual Camelback Run, etc.

2010-05-19T16:24:00.000-04:00

Here are some upcoming events from the Fremont, OH area club--

- Couch Potato 5K Van Trip- Saturday, May 22nd. Van departs from the Fremont Community Recreation Complex at 7:00 am for the 9:00 am race in Bowling Green! Limited space is still available! Email Marc at mdglotz@fremontohio.org to reserve your spot!

- 2010 FERC Race Series- Just a reminder: if you plan to be a part of the Series, all entries MUST be in by the Camelback Run on June 19th. Entry forms available at all club events, the Fremont Community Recreation Complex and www.fremontrunningandfitness.com

- Camelback 101- Continues on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Rec Complex. All club members are welcome to come work out with the group. Who is in the group? You'll know by their wicked cool shirts they'll be wearing on race day!

- 32nd Annual Camelback Run- Saturday, June 19th. 8:30 am. Start and finish at the Fremont Community Recreation Complex. Featuring:
1. 1991 World Championships Marathon Bronze Medallist, 1992 Olympic Marathoner, American Road Racing Legend: Steve Spence!
2. INCREDIBLE food and refreshments, including FREE STEAK DINNERS AFTER THE RACE, compliments of APPLEBEE'S!
3. Camelback Run Expo- Fremont Community Recreation Complex Gymnasium: Friday, June 18th 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Race Day from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Featuring: Steve Spence (Friday at 7:00 pm), Information, Displays and Merchandise from vendors and organizations such as: Second Sole of Toledo, Fremont Athletic Supply. Sandusky County Park District and more!
Entry forms available at all club events, Fremont Athletic Supply, the Fremont Community Recreation Complex and http://www.fremontrunningandfitness.com/.

1000 Marathons

2010-05-18T10:50:00.000-04:00

Frank named recipient of USATF Masters Long Distance Running Award

USA Track & Field
INDIANAPOLIS - Norm Frank, who has completed more marathons than any American in history, will be presented with a Special Recognition Award by USA Track & Field's Masters Long Distance Running Committee on April 19, 2010.
The award will be presented in recognition of Frank's unique contributions to the sport of Masters Long Distance Running. The presentation will begin at 10 a.m., at an informal brunch to be held at the Clover Blossom Legacy Retirement Community, 100 McAuley Dr., in Rochester, N.Y. The date and time of the presentation were chosen to coincide with the start time of the 114th running of the Boston Marathon, a race that Frank has competed in 30 times.

Frank ran his first marathon at the 1967 Boston Marathon when he was 35 years old. Since then he has completed an incredible 965 marathons. For three years, 1994-1997, Frank held the World Record for most marathons completed according to the Guinness Book of Records.

A resident of Rochester, N.Y., the 78-year old Frank has run, trotted and walked in marathons in every state in the Union and many nations abroad. His total of 965 Marathons completed equates to an average of over 20 marathons a year since his first in 1967. All totaled he's logged some 25,000 miles in his marathon races alone, and estimates place his total number of miles run at 86,000.

His first marathon was the venerable race in Boston, where he would answer the starter's gun 29 more times in that city alone. He also ran marathons in Ottawa, Athens, and several European nations. Meanwhile, all this was done while managing his own landscaping business (Marathon Lawn Service) and raising two children, now grown. His personal best of 3 hours 22 minutes set at the 1976 Rochester Marathon will not challenge any records, but his longevity and enthusiasm for running is legend.

Frank is currently battling back from three strokes and a bacterial infection around his heart. He is making progress and is already back on a treadmill. His goal is to complete 1,000 marathons.

Norm Frank's Century Milestone Marathons:
900th - Memphis Marathon - Memphis, TN
800th - Rocket City Marathon - Huntsville, AL
700th - Rocket City Marathon - Huntsville, AL
600th - Vermont City Marathon - Burlington, VT
500th - Eriesistable Marathon - Erie, PA
400th - Boston Marathon - Boston, MA
300th - Almost Heaven Marathon - Wheeling, WV
200th - Midnight Sun Marathon - North Pole
100th - Eriesistable Marathon - Erie, PA1st - Boston 1967

Race for Your Health 5K: August 28th in Ottawa, Ohio

2010-05-12T21:55:00.000-04:00

5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Fun Walk
Saturday, August 28, 2010
9:00 a.m. – P. T. Services
Ottawa, Oh

Registration Form

Mark Gillfillan 5K Memorial Run/Walk

2010-05-02T14:03:00.002-04:00

Click here for info on the Mark Gillfillan 5K Memorial Run/Walk in Mount Blanchard, June 25th.

The Slushy Workout

2010-04-27T19:55:00.000-04:00

Check this link for a study concluding that a "sugar slurry" before a workout on a hot day helps. And here's a link if you care to comment to the source.

Hands4Haiti Race

2010-04-20T13:34:00.000-04:00

This looks like a half marathon & 5k, SW of Lima, on May 22nd--
http://www.hands4haiti-race.com/http___www.hands4haiti-race.com/Welcome!_files/10.sign_up_form_2pp-FF.pdf

5k in Arcadia, May 1st

2010-04-16T21:01:00.000-04:00

The Washington Township Fire Department will be holding a 5K Walk/Run at Arcadia High School on Saturday, May 1. Registration begins at 8 a.m., with the walk/run beginning at 9 a.m. The 5-K benefits the Jason Breyman Scholarship fund which is awarded to a graduating Arcadia student. The registration fee is $20. E-mail questions to WTFD5K@Hotmail.com.

Lake Health Distance Classic Half Marathon

2010-04-12T16:05:00.002-04:00

June 6th, in Concord Twp, Ohio: http://www.northeastrunningclub.org/lhdc/

First Ever!!!! Flirt with Dirt 5K Trail Run/Walk

2010-04-09T14:23:00.000-04:00

WHERE: Riverbend Recreational Area, Findlay OH
WHEN: Saturday, July 17th 2010
HOW MUCH?
Register before June 25th and it's $18.
After June 25th and race day is $25

Registration Form: Flirt with Dirt 5K

*** Proceeds Benefit Hancock Cristian Clearinghouse

Why Marathon?

2010-04-06T09:41:00.004-04:00

Thought this was a good article to share:
Why Marathon?

Rocket 5K Run/Walk - April 10th in Pandora

2010-03-26T16:40:00.000-04:00

Rocket 5K Run/Walk

April 10, 2010 at 9:00am
Registration begins at 8:00am at
Pandora-Gilboa School

Click Here to Register

...or, if you feel like staying in town on May 8th:

2010-03-18T15:24:00.002-04:00

Here's the info for the Docs N Socks 5k.

6th Annual Marblehead Bank 5k Daisy Run/Walk, MAY 8th

2010-03-17T08:03:00.000-04:00

Below is the registration form for this event. It can also be found on the left sidebar under "Upcoming Races".

Marblehead Bank 5K Registration Form

Packet Pick-Up and Race Day Registration:
Takes place under the tent at the Marblehead Fire Station. Race starts and ends on Alexander Pike in Downtown Marblehead between Mutachs Market and the Marblehead V.F.W. Post 7572.

Course:
This is an out and back course, very scenic with several small hills that wind past the natural habitat of the Lakeside Daisy. Water stops included.

Time:
Registration & Packet Pickup: 8:00 a.m.
5K Run / Walk: 9:00 a.m.

Entry Fee:
$15.00 pre-registration (received no later than April 26th 2010)
$18.00 after and day of race registration.

We also ask that each participant bring one nonperishable food item or paper product to be donated to the DANBURY FOOD SHARING PROGRAM

T-shirts available to all pre-registered entries and while supplies last on race day.

Flag City Multisport

2010-03-12T14:14:00.000-05:00

And as you look at that summer race calendar, don't forget the Flag City Multisport, June 12th, 2010--5k, triathlon, and more!

Red White and Blue 26.2

2010-03-04T11:14:00.000-05:00

Curious about the Findlay Marathon this fall? Keep an eye on this link--more content coming soon!

NPR on Barefoot Running

2010-02-17T20:28:00.000-05:00

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=123031997

I thought the video, with accompanying impact data, of barefoot vs. shod running was especially interesting. Also, this article could offer some further critique on a forefoot strike as opposed to the classic heel-first pattern.

You go George!!

2010-02-07T15:59:00.000-05:00

Man to Run Surf City Marathon at Age 81

Registration for 2010 Chicago Marathon Opens Feb 1st...

2010-01-29T11:15:00.000-05:00

Chicago Marathon Registration Information

What do you listen to?

2010-01-28T19:35:00.000-05:00

What's your Favorite Running Music? Tell us on the Striders FaceBook page what you love to listen to while out for a run, what you play in the car to power up for a race, or just what echoes through your head when you're out on the roads.

2010-01-25T13:13:00.000-05:00

Here's one to add to your calendars: NWO's Pump n Go 5k, March 20th, 2010-- Race Entry Form

2010-01-24T20:40:00.000-05:00

Just got a list of 2010 races in Fremont, for anyone interested:

Melt the Ice 5K 3/20
BobSemer 10K 5/16
Camelback 4 miler 6/19
NorthCoast Inland Trail Relay 6/20
TEAM Jenny 5K 6/26
Fremont Distance Classic 15K 10/3
Scarecrow Sprint (5K trail) 11/13
Downtown Mile 11/27
Jingle Bell Run 12/11

Check them out at http://fremontrunners.wordpress.com/, and http://www.fremontrunningandfitness.com/

2010-01-16T15:02:00.000-05:00

Here's a link to another blog that many Striders may appreciate: http://lincolnavenuemile.blogspot.com/
Sir-Walks-A-Lot's Slog Blog is full of enlightening and entertaining info on running in general and trail ultramarathons in particular. And, it just has lots of great runner stories.
-Dave E.

Make your own Screw-Shoes.

2010-01-09T15:26:00.000-05:00

Tired of slipping on snow and ice?

Ken Basinger on How to Make Your Own Screw Shoes: "Pretty simple, very effective. I basically took an old pair of shoes and put 3/8" sheet metal screws in the forefoot and 1/2" in the heel. Everywhere I wore them down smooth I put a screw..."

See Ken's photos on his FB page, and check out more instructions at http://www.skyrunner.com/screwshoe.htm.

Today's write-up in the Findlay Courier!

2010-01-07T16:34:00.000-05:00

Resolving to run
By SARA ARTHURS

Staff Writer

New Year's resolutions often involve a commitment to weight loss or physical fitness. For many, running is an attractive way to achieve those goals as it doesn't require membership to a fitness center or expensive equipment. Experienced runners have some tips for novices: take it slow, and don't skimp on good shoes.

"Start simple," said Brian Robertson, past president of the Findlay Striders Running Club.

Current club president Dave Essinger said it's important to follow a training plan and to take it slowly. For many people "it can be tempting," once you're an experienced enough runner that you're a bit faster, to try to run more and longer. But he said a good rule of thumb to follow is not to increase your mileage by more than 10 percent a week.

Introducing running into your routine, like starting anything new, is best done gradually, Robertson said. He suggests running 20 minutes at a time, three times a week. Beginners may wish to start with a combination of walking and jogging, he said.

"Some people get intimidated," he said.

Beginners sometimes get frustrated that they can't progress more quickly to longer distances or faster speeds, but it just takes time.

People's attitudes toward running change the more they do it. He's seen people show up to a Striders run and, at the end of it, say it made them miserable and they'll never do it again.

"Six months later to a year later, they've ran their first marathon or they've qualified for (the) Boston (Marathon)," he said.

Robertson said it's normal to feel discomfort while running or jogging.

"It hurts," he said. "It's a little uncomfortable."

But, he said, this discomfort is easier to handle than the serious health problems that come with not exercising. Runners can get joint problems or injuries, but these are "much simpler to treat" than high blood pressure, diabetes or heart disease, Robertson said.

Robertson said it's also important to pay attention to warming up and cooling down.

"You want to do a little bit of stretching but not heavy stretching before a run because your muscles are not warmed up," he said.

He recommends starting the run with a "warm-up period" of jogging slowly or walking, before going faster. If you're running a long distance, you might want to run the first mile at a slower pace, he said.

"Stretching is really most important after the run," he said. "A good stretch is part of your cool down."

Robertson said the running club allows people with varying levels of running experience to get to know each other. A beginner, for example, might seek advice on running shoes from someone who has been running for more time, he said.

"Shoes are critical," Robertson said. "There's just no doubt about it."

Essinger said it may be expensive to get good running shoes, but it is necessary.

"You're going to get 300 to 500 miles out of those shoes," he said, so it's worth it to invest in a good pair.

"There are a lot of great places to run in the Findlay area," Essinger said.

He said that in the winter, many people prefer to run on treadmills. But there are other options to snowy, icy roads, Essinger said.

"This is a good time of year to do trail running. ... A lot of us run at Van Buren State Park on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons," he said.

Monica Copeland, who is new to the Striders club, said she is part of a group of women who run on treadmills together in the winter. She said Striders is "so inclusive," with members of all different experience levels.

Striders club members meet regularly to run together. The club lists its running schedule on its Web site, www.findlaystriders.com.

To join the club's e-mail list, send an e-mail to runclub@findlaystriders.com. Annual membership fees are $15 per individual or $20 per family.

Event Reminder: Don't miss the upcoming Strider Holiday Party!

2010-01-06T10:26:00.000-05:00

This is a great event!

Date: Friday, January 22nd, 2010
Time: Cocktails 6PM/Dinner 7PM/Dance 8PM to midnight
Location: Knights of Columbus
Cost: $15 per person

Menu
Sirloin Tip
Italian Chicken Breast
Red Skin Potatoes
Stuffed Pasta Shells w/Marinara
Green Been & Broccoli Blend w/Cheese
Salad, Rolls, and Dessert
Ice Tea, Coffee, Beer, and Wine

Fun, Food, Friends, Beverages, Music...it's a don't miss!

RSVP to Brian Robertson, email: brobertson@mbdsna.com

New Year, New You? Try running...

2010-01-06T09:28:00.000-05:00

Why Running helps you to keep fit

Author: Nick Garcia
You may either love or hate running, but you will not deny the good effect it has on the health and body. Running helps you to keep fit, your skin and muscle tone rises, and your ab gets flatter.
Once you start running you usually can't stop and simply get addicted. Repetitiveness is usually a key element to successful running. Once you stop practicing, you might get lack of motivation and thus stop training. Before you understand that you are not getting any improvement, time will have passed. For those of you who want to see the result of their running workouts, remember that you need to run at least two times a week. You may choose to run from 15 minutes to half an hour which must depend on your level of physical training. However, in any case you are to do that on a regular basis. Your stamina will keep up to two weeks and then will begin declining. Thus, keeping to a steady running schedule is crucial.
We also wanted to warn you that without an increase in running load, you will also not achieve a good result. At some point you will find that your weight got steady, and you feel the same while running along the path you are used to. It is advised to increase the load gradually. In such a way your body will develop an ability to cope with longer distances and greater loads. For instance, you may interchange longer runs with shorter, running along the hilly surface with running along a flat surface, or running at a slower pace with running at a quicker pace. What is no less important in running is the stopping time. This factor plays important role for those who are seeking burning calories and improving fitness. Only sports people will run long distance at a steady pace without stopping to catch their breath. If you make half-an-hour runs, make sure that once in fifteen minutes you change your run for a walk of about 2-5 minutes. During this time you will recover your breath without making your heart rate fall too much. Such runs usually help to burn quite a lot of fat.

And the last advice. Use special running sneakers for your runs. It has been proven that while running the pressure on your joints increase almost twice. Some of the most common runners’ injuries are pain in ankles and knees. Thus, correctly chosen footwear and socks will help you to avoid a lot of problems. When you get to the shop you will see that the running shoes are quite expensive, however, when your health is at stake, no money matter. You will also enjoy the comfortable feel while running. All in all, running is a workout that should become a part of your everyday life.
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