2013-04-03 - Walk, Run, Race
April 3, 2013
The daily run, our daily bread, can seem like enough, the run's positive influence on our physical and mental state are unquestionable, so why race?
A valid question.
Heck, some people survive this world without running at all but we know, if they had found running, they may have had richer more fulfilling life. I believe it's the same with racing. Many runners put in the miles and never toe the line but those of us who have entered, set goals and raced, realize that this wonderful sport has more to offer. When we race, we become athletes, this happens regardless of our condition or age, when we line up and find out where we stand and attempt to better our performance, we are athletes. Mostly, we compete with ourselves, to see what we have in us, to be honest with ourselves, to run smart, to give our best on the given day. In our day to day family and work life we do so many things where knowing if we gave our best is not so black and white, when we race, it's true, it's clear, it's real. We get down to bedrock, we give witness to the person we are and gather insight into who we might be. And yes, we run against those around us, giving us the momentum and excitement of knowing where we stand in the physical order of things. For us, not being last may be a more valuable and uplifting race experience than it was to the person who won. We get all this, from towing the line!
The sales crew at Running Fit share their experience and passion for running when fitting you in the proper footwear and gear, your success is their success, adding to the richness of their running lives. On the other hand, the passionate runners on the Running Fit event crew use their creativity and knowledge of all that running can be, to put on the kind of races that they themselves know in their hearts, will be amazing. When the reviews come in saying, this is by far my favorite event in the world, they have won! Please consider joining us this year at one of our 23 one of a kind events. From the major road race setting in next week's Martian Invasion to our get back to nature trail runs later this month, there is an entry form that is waiting for you to commit to, and a finish line that will change your life for the better.
Run, train, race,
Randy Step, an admitted obsessed runner who can't decide which Running Fit event is my favorite. OK, if I had to pick, I'll go with Run Woodstock, 3 days to live the running life and set my soul free ... But I sure like the excitement of the transition area at the T-Rex Triathlons and the wild party at the start of the team race at Dances With Dirt Hell, heck, why pick, do them all!
PS: I just love finding out that my body's post race cravings have been right all along! Why Chocolate Milk?
Recent studies have shown that the nine essential nutrients in low-fat chocolate milk make it an ideal drink after intense exercise, including marathon and triathlon training and competition."Drinking chocolate milk has been found to be one of the best post-exercise beverage choices for adults due to the unique combination of natural nutrients," said Amy Viselli, a registered dietitian for UDIM. "Chocolate milk is effective in providing endurance athletes the carbohydrates and protein necessary to refuel and repair muscles, the calcium to help maintain strong bones, and the fluids to rehydrate after a strenuous workout, when consumed within two hours after exercise."
2013-07-03 - We run as one
When feeling happy, heading out for a run increases the joy; on the flip side, a good run can also chase away the blues. The run is one of life's great coping tools, truly a gift to those of us who run. When the bombs went off in Boston, we headed out and ran, when our friend Amy was fighting for her life after being hit by a truck, we ran. Grief shared is grief diminished, we grieved, we shared. As I listened to the tragic news story of the 19 firefighters killed in the line of duty I felt the need to run, to think... I was struck by the thought of why we build memorials and how important it is to have a place to share our sense of loss and to give tribute to those who gave their all. I've mentioned recently that a new memorial for local fallen first responders will be dedicated on October 5th at the corner of Hines Drive and Haggerty Road with the first running of the "Heroes on Hines" half marathon and 5K, where all proceeds from the event will go to cover the cost and ongoing upkeep of the memorial. The memorial will be a place for families to grieve and a place for the community to come together. Please join us as the running community once again comes together for each other. Commit now at heroesonhines.com
Run for them,
Randy Step, an admitted obsessed runner who is proud of our great fitness community
P.S. Heroes on Hines is perfect for a last long run, two weeks out from the Detroit Free Press events. Many of us will run some miles before the start to get in our final long marathon training run, more info to come on this.
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