Obsessed Runner Blog
2014-12-04 - 3 Mile runs rock!
Yes, I'm returning to an old theme of mine, but due to the holiday season when time available to us to run is scarce, it's more relevant than ever. To some people a 3 mile run doesn't seem worth the effort. Is it worth the effort to dress, run and shower all for around a half hour of running? My answer is, "You bet!" The three mile run is highly underrated. Three miles offers a microcosm of all that I love about the sport. For me, mentally, it is easy to get out the door knowing I only have 3 miles to run. I take the first mile easy, break a good sweat, then stop to stretch a bit. The next mile I run at a good hard effort, about 5K pace. The final mile is an easy cool down. I run home, shoulders relaxed and at a comfortable pace. I have finished a run and feel fresh, awake, and alive. Like a day off only better, I haven't had to put a zero in my log! Tired of taking days off? Go 3!
Get 'R done,
Randy Step, an admitted obsessed runner, that admits there are a bunch of 3 mile runs in my log!
P.S. Join us for a FUN 3(.1) mile run before the big game on Sunday morning, February 1, 2015! The Super 5K will earn you your spot on the couch as well as a custom medal, technical training beanie and finisher's pint glass! Hut, hut, register!
P.S. Join us at Running Fit Ann Arbor on Jackson Rd. all winter long on Thursday Nights from 6:00 pm to 8pm for Trainer Rides. Bring your bike, trainer, and a towel for beneath your bike and we'll have an Apple TV hooked up with Netflix, snacks and drinks. Cheers! Call Trevor at 734-436-2381 with questions.
2014-11-26 - Running and giving thanks
Thanks to your dedication to fitness and support of what we do. We get to work in an environment that we are passionate about. The fitness community is not only a healthy active one, but it is also a generous and caring one that enriches all of our lives. Be seen and be safe out there during this holiday weekend as you take to the roads and trails while burning off those well-earned calories.
We give you thanks,
The crew here at Running Fit and RF Events
P.S. While you're in the holiday spirit, sign up to join us on December 13, 2014 at the Holiday Hustle 5K and 1 Mile in Dexter, MI. HO, HO, GO!
2014-11-19 - Running and ranting
The purpose of my weekly rant is primarily to motivate us all to get out the door, a reminder of what is so precious about the daily run. Hopefully, something in today's email does that for us.
The weather sucks, perhaps knowing you will be running in the sun for a week February 6 - 13th from a 5 Star all inclusive with a bunch of fun people will help you get out the door this winter so you can be ready. Even your non-running friends and family will love this trip! Deadline for sign up is December 3rd. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions or if you need me to talk you into this. Check it out!
You're a runner? Don't you worry that you are ruining your knees? I hate continuously hearing this same dumb comment from the lazy cynics that don't want to hear that Running is actually is good for our joints. Have them Google "running is good for your knees" and read the plethora of data out there!
I've been asked by several of you why RF Events uses the term half marathon if I consider it such a dumb term. We use it because it is so widely used ... even if it is stupid and wrong, it's like calling a 5K a Half 10K. There is a grass roots movement sweeping the world to change the name to "Pikermi", a town in Greece half way between Sparta and Marathon! We hope to see you this spring at the Martian Pikermi on April 18th or the Running Fit Trail Pikermi on April 25th! For a list of lots of great Pikermi choices go to our event calendar!
Run with attitude,
Randy Step, an admitted obsessed runner whose knees are better now than 30 years ago!
PS - Running Fit has a great Holiday promo starting tomorrow November 20 through December 1. Make any purchase of $100-$199 and receive a $20 gift card or any purchase of $199 or more for a $40 gift card. Gift cards are valid from December 2- February 28, 2015. Gift cards are valid in any Running Fit store and online at boulderrunningcompany.com See store for details!
PS - Take care of your body... a Yoga workout is a great way to keep your body healthy and strong. New session starts December 8. Join us!