Strider Mile — Another PR!
On a bit of a roll at the moment…..
Race goal was a [rather ambitious] sub-5:00 mile. I missed it by less than a second, but still managed to score a new PR. I’m not the most gifted miler on the track, took off way too fast in the first lap and paid the price in the middle stages of the race. Rallied in the final 400m, but it was too little, too late.
Official time was a pleasing 5:00.88 – 5th overall and 1st old guy to cross the line.
3 lifetime PR’s in 4 weeks can’t be bad, eh?
New PR at the Inverclyde Leisure 5k
Finally managed to break 17 minutes in the 5k, but it took a vacation to Scotland and some cooler weather to do it.
Official time — 16:50
Official place — 3rd overall
Can’t believe I slashed 19 seconds from my previous best time set at the end of 2008. Life is good!
New PR at the Rockville Rotary Twilight 8k
No time for a full race report, but basically I ran one of the best races of my life. Maintained pace throughout, and held strong when the heavy leg syndrome tried to take over in the final mile.
Good times!
2010 Western Branch 24 Hour Fundraiser Run
It’s time for the 3rd Annual Western Branch Track Club 24 hour relay, which takes place at Western Branch HS at 7am on July 14th. This year Coach Ryan Carroll and his team of athletes will be running to raise funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and once again, Ryan’s goal is to hit 100 miles in 24 hours and raise $5000!
Donations can be made online at the official fundraiser web page, or you can make an “on site” donation whilst the event is taking place. Again, the fundraiser starts on July 14th at 7am and finishes 24 hours later at 7am on July 15th.
Just like last year, there is a raffle featuring many great prizes. Tickets may be purchased for $2, 3 for $5, or 8 for $10 with the last raffle being a 50/50 raffle. Last years winner took home nearly $600 in cash!! Checks can be made out to Western Branch Track Club; and if you’re looking to get in your run for the day, Ryan has suggested you come out to join him and the team for a few miles.
If you have any questions about the fundraiser, feel free to contact Ryan via phone at 757-282-1440 or either of the following email addresses: WB24HRRUN@gmail.com or rcarroll82@gmail.com. Also, a big “Thank You” goes out to WBHS for allowing the use of their facilities and KaleRunning for providing event oversight and timing.
Just like I said last year, Ryan is probably the top area runner and regularly wins all the local races he shows up at. Somehow he juggles an impossible schedule yet remains one of the nicest, most genuine guys you could meet. Nothing appears to be too much trouble, and he’s always handing out great advice and cheering folks on at the races. Furthermore, his athletes are a total credit to the local running community and regularly show up bright and early to volunteer at many of the local races. Not only are they good kids, but they’re talented athletes too – you should see what they’ve achieved in recent years!
I’ll soon be heading over to ActiveGiving.com to make my donation. It’s definitely a worthy cause and I’ll be more than happy to support Ryan and his great bunch of kids. Good luck to you all!
Train for the Virginia Beach Rock ‘n’ Roll 1/2 Marathon with Brooks and Running Etc.
Local running store Running Etc. has teamed up with Brooks to help you train for this year’s Virginia Beach Rock ‘n’ Roll 1/2 Marathon on September 5, 2010.
From the Running Etc. newsletter:
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned runner, we look forward to helping you meet your goals!
Training Program Includes:
~ Personalized 8 week training program developed by certified RRCA running coaches
~ Opportunity to train with like-minded individuals who will motivate & inspire
~ Organized weekday and weekend group runs
~ 15% discount at Running Etc. on non-sale items during training period
~ Brooks technical t-shirtCost: $75
If interested contact: Jonathan Harris or John Lomogda at (757) 627-1500
Training programs begin Sunday July 11, 2010
15-40% Off At RockCreek.com
Just in case you fancy treating yourself this weekend, RockCreek.com are offering 15-40% off running and fitness specific gear and apparel.
Click on the banner below and off you go. Happy shopping!
