Hi Folks,
Note to self…Wednesday is leap day. I wonder if I get paid more for it because I have to work an extra day this year than last year? Probably not.
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RAVE RUN…
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Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.
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A few weeks ago, I received an email from Tonya, race director of the Arny Johnson races. She’s asking for volunteers. I’ve been volunteering for the Arny for about 5 years now and if you run the 10 mile race, you’ll see my ugly mug at mile 7, just before the dam.
But, the Arny Johnson races, like all other races in the area can’t be run without the many volunteers that are needed for the race in order to help keep the race costs down and lend great support to the participants. So as you plan your racing calendar for the year, consider volunteering for a race or two. Give back to a sport that you love and participate in. If you want to volunteer for the Arny Johnson race, drop Tonya an email at: tonyathayer@rockfordhabitat.org. And if you volunteer for the Arny, you get a great shirt and yes, they’re going back to the old style shirt.
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We still have a few more weeks of winter. So the da Mudda will continue to toy with us by sending snow, ice, and cold temps. So, grin and bear with it. Before too long, we’ll be complaining that it’s hot and want to stay in doors.
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Rockford Half-Marathon next May…
The date is May 20th, 2012.
This is the first week of training. Going forward, I’ll note the training distances for our Thursday and Saturday runs. But, don’t stop there. According to the Higdon program, you should be running 4 days a week with two cross training days. I’ll also include some hints and ideas to get you through the training and onto finishing the half-marathon. As I plan our Saturday runs, I’m also planning alternating hilly route with level (or near) routes. So, I’ll try my best to get in some serious hill training.
As always, I’m not a coach or trainer. So, use your best judgement when reviewing my training notes. And as they say on TV, don’t start a training regiment without consulting your doctor first.
Thursday’s distance: 3 miles.
Saturday’s Distance: 4 miles.
As of now, there will be a few walkers among the group who will be venturing to the half. So, everyone should come out.
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Crazy Legs…
Crazy Legs Classic 8K race in Madison on April 28th, 2012.
Registration is now open. When you register, select the Kohl’s Center for your packet pickup location.
Walkers are welcomed to the race and the BG will be represented by several walkers. So, there’s no excuse for not showing up.
As the day gets closer, I’ll finalize the logistics for the race. We’ll carpool to the race and enjoy recovery after the race.
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Remember, the BG is on Facebook. The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536.
The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there. So, look for some information there. And go ahead and write on the wall. Let others know about your running adventures.
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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.
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If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.
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Thursday, 03.01.12, Meet at Gerry’s Restaurant on East State Street. We’ll head towards Midway Village for a couple of laps. Recovery is at Gerry’s. Meeting time is 6:00 pm.
Saturday, 03.03.12, Meet at Harlem High School on Alpine Road. Meeting in the front parking lot, near the administration building. Yes, the signage notes do not enter, but go ahead, no one will be watching you. We’ll follow the beginning (and ending) of the Arny Johnson race. Most of the course is flat. Meeting time is 7:00 am.
Thursday, 03.08.12, Meet at Maciano’s on Perryville Road. Depending on the group, we’ll either run south towards Rock Valley College or north on the Perryville bike path. Recovery is at Maciano’s. Meeting time is 6:00 pm.
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“This 26.2 is for all the girls picked last in gym class." ~Marathon Shirt (hey girls, it’s for the guys picked last as well.)
“It’s a hill, get over it.” Seen on the back of a running shirt
“Even on bad run days be proud that you got there.” ~via Twitter
“Passion is pushing myself when there is no one else around, just me & the road.” ~Ryan Shay
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Waddle On!
Dave
The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information.
Legal disclaimer....I'm not a coach or trainer. By receiving this email, you will not hold the author or any recipients of this email liable for any injuries or activities you and your possession may encounter while running among this group. You run at your own risk knowing all the potential hazards that can arise.
