Hi Folks,
Note to self…Don’t forget that tomorrow we as Americans can practice one of our rights, our right to vote. If you live with a mile or two of the polling place, what a better way to get in a run by running to the polling place. I’m planning on it right after work. If more than anything, you’ll irritate your neighbors who are there to vote as well. BTW…the line moves quicker when you’re there during a run. I wonder why?
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RAVE RUN…
I was webbing and came across this Youtube video about running. So, why do you run?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eXqAWjJ_dE
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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Anyone up for running intervals on Tuesday? 6:15…Midway Village. Let me know.
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Now that da Mudda has dropped warm weather on us, use a little caution for the first few weeks. It will take a few weeks for your body to become acclimated to the warm weather.
Even though you should have been drinking liquids all along, with warm weather, you’re need for liquids will increase. So, start carrying liquids with you on your runs.
And finally, keep in mind that even though it’s been in the 80’s, something we’d find in June, da Mudda can still throw snow and cold weather our way. So, I’ll try to plan our runs according.
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Rockford Half-Marathon next May…
The date is May 20th, 2012.
This is the fourth week of training.
Yes, the distances are the same as last week.
Thursday’s distance: 3.5 miles.
Saturday’s Distance: 5 miles.
Have you been experimenting with stuff? Anything work for you that you’ll want to share with the group? Anything didn’t work that you care to share with the group? The great thing about running and training with a group is that we share ideas about our running. One thing you should try is some type of energy gel or bar while you’re on a long run. You’ll probably need a boost of energy sometime during the race. When depends on you. I know some folks don’t like the caffeinated gels because it makes them go to the bathroom. And there are others who want the caffeine. So, experiment.
Also, though we have enough time before the race, keep an eye on the weather. The way the weather has been going this year, we’re likely to see upwards of 100 the day of the race.
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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.
I believe we have a recovery place scoped out. As of this time, it’s a beer and pizza place. Yes, our standard recovery fare. 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, 03.22.12, (World Water Day) Meet at Martin Park in Loves Park. We’ll head north on the bike towards Sports Score Park. The distance should be between 4 and 6 miles. Recovery is at Nunzio’s on North Second Street. Meeting time is 6:00 pm.
Saturday, 03.24.12, Meet at Blackhawk Springs on South Mulford Road. It’s time to awaken Edweena from her long winter’s slumber. She’s probably been up since Valentine’s Day. Meeting time is 7:00 am.
Thursday, 03.29.12, Meet at Maciano’s on Harrison Avenue. We’ll follow the bike path over to Charles Street and head west to Alpine on the bike path. The distance should be between 4 and 6 miles. Recovery is at Maciano’s. Meeting time is 6:00 pm.
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“Peter Thigpen, formerly Vice-President at Levi Strauss & Company,
always kept a victory log. In it, he listed his accomplishments like…Opened up China as a market, Got my teenage son to clean up his room, Got the Board of Directors to approve the new expansion plan. Whenever he faced something really daunting, like negotiating a major bank loan, he would review his Victory Log. You can do the same. In fact, when you focus on tasks completed successfully, it gives you the expectancy of success, which can change your entire posture or approach going forward.” ~Jack Canfield
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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.
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