2014-04-23 - Running into the ages
It was great to see an American win at Boston for the first time in 30 years but what I really thought was cool was that Meb did this at age 38! If America's best distance runner is 38, it proves what a wonderful, life-long sport we have to age into. I was again reminded of this when my good friend Tony, who has been running for 30 years, ran a personal best half marathon at the Martian Invasion of Races last week, at age 69.
As for Meb, we are excited to announce that at 6:30 PM Tuesday May 20th, Running Fit Northville will be hosting a video conference with Meb using live broadcast technology. Runners in Southeast Michigan will hear Meb speak from his home in San Diego! This is an interactive event, so attendees will be able to see, hear and even talk directly to Meb. There is no fee but seats are limited, register here
Run smart, run long,
Randy Step, an admitted obsessed runner, who looks for anything positive about moving up in the age groups!
PS: The May 2nd, Friday night Hightail to Ale 5K at Atwater Brewery in Detroit will hit its runner limit ... within hours of this email link going out! http://hightailtoale.com
PS: And speaking of reaching capacity, so will Tuesday May 20th live video conference with 2014 Boston Marathon Winner Meb K. at Running Fit Northville, 17783 Haggerty Rd. Sign up now!
2014-04-16 - Gold Medal Memories
For those of us who have been at the running game for many years our best times may be behind us, but perhaps not our best runs. In 2010 I ran Boston with my wife and son, a weekend that lives on in memory as a highlight of my running life ... And was my slowest Boston finishing time. All runs are not created equal, our fitness level, our mental and physical health, the weather, family, financial and career problems all come into play and the reality is that some of our most difficult runs, runs where we have our slowest times ever, runs when we have overcame so much just to finish, can live on as some of our greatest accomplishments. No matter what, get out the door, the run may change everything.
Sometimes it's not only the run itself, it's the daydreams that come along with an event you have committed to. My daughter invited my wife and I to run with her in a mountain trail run this summer. Just the thought of this run brings a bit of sunshine to each day and makes getting out the door less of a challenge. Make a plan, invite a friend, get out the door and create those gold medal memories!
Every step matters,
Randy Step, an admitted obsessed runner, who is blessed, even when beaten.
PS: New spring 2014 Beginner Running classes at Running Fit!
If you or any of your friends have been considering giving running a try or if you have put in a few miles already but feel the need for a bit more information, this group is for you. If you are concerned about being intimidated by joining a running club or entering a race, this class is for you. Meet runners like yourself in a fun, informative atmosphere. Our hope is to motivate, inform and get you addicted to running! More Info here!
PS: Looking for the perfect FUN summer race, look no further than the Canton Liberty Festival 5K, 10K and 1 Mile! A new theme for 2014, STARS, STRIPES AND JORTS! Visit cantonlibertyrun.com for all the info!