I've been messing with some different product (2XU calf sleeves, Sugoi compression socks)the last few weeks in my marathon buildup training phase. You've seen these most notably on Paula Radcliffe - those knee high socks that look like what I wore back in the late 70's / early 80's. So the deal is, better circulation / oxygen transport, less muscle vibration and support. Better post run recovery too if you wear them after your workouts.
Although looking like a jack ass - I'm sold. If you thought you were getting looks wearing those split running shorts, or heart rate monitor chest-strap without a top, you will get some glares with calf compression products on for sure -but who cares, these things are good. Better workouts and better recover.
Run fast!
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Back again
Back again. Post City of Oaks Marathon & Half (yeah, pretty successful) post my marathon attempt on 0 training (3:17) and post Nike Cross Regional.
So now I'm getting "back in shape" for the Long Island Marathon. Why Long Island you ask. Well it is where I grew up, and did my first marathon at 14 years old in 3:49:56. So, my track coach was not to happy that I had to race the mile 2 days later. Bottom line - it will be the 25th anniversary of my first marathon. Leading up to it I will also do a few other races and train to do under 2:50.
Ben H is getting married today - GOOD LUCK dude. It's awesome.
Run fast!
So now I'm getting "back in shape" for the Long Island Marathon. Why Long Island you ask. Well it is where I grew up, and did my first marathon at 14 years old in 3:49:56. So, my track coach was not to happy that I had to race the mile 2 days later. Bottom line - it will be the 25th anniversary of my first marathon. Leading up to it I will also do a few other races and train to do under 2:50.
Ben H is getting married today - GOOD LUCK dude. It's awesome.
Run fast!
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Marathon Preperations
So far things are really coming together for the marathon. A week out and we are on-top of everything. The weather seems to be to be working out in our favor too. Just a bunch more volunteers and we will be all set.
Friday, October 3, 2008
St. David's Middle School XC Invitational 2008
The inaugural St. David's Middle School XC Invitational was held on Saturday September 27th at St. David's School. St. David's Coach Brian Dodson produced a great event which drew top athletes from Magellan Charter School, St. Timothy's School and St. David's School. A special thanks to the participating schools in supporting the meet.
A great course that included lots of flat firm turf, a mud bog, and a steep short quad burning hills set up may runners to clock some fast times. The layout was perfect for the large group of spectators to cheer and encourage all the runners from a single point of view.
Raleigh Running Outfitters and PUMA RUNNING were the title sponsors of the event (Thanks PUMA & thanks for the opportunity Brian).
We are looking forward to this great meet growing next year and for years to come.
http://picasaweb.google.com/RaleighRunningOutfitters/20080930?authkey=1o_g_8FEV74#
Run Fast!
A great course that included lots of flat firm turf, a mud bog, and a steep short quad burning hills set up may runners to clock some fast times. The layout was perfect for the large group of spectators to cheer and encourage all the runners from a single point of view.
Raleigh Running Outfitters and PUMA RUNNING were the title sponsors of the event (Thanks PUMA & thanks for the opportunity Brian).
We are looking forward to this great meet growing next year and for years to come.
http://picasaweb.google.com/RaleighRunningOutfitters/20080930?authkey=1o_g_8FEV74#
Run Fast!
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
2:03:59
"THE GREAT ONE" does it again. Geb breaks his marathon World Record dipping under 2:04. It averaged out to be like 4:41.7 per mile. Here is a good race analysis.
and highlights video
Run Fast!
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
US 5K Champs. - Mixing it up
Devin (he is one of the managers at the shop - our resident "fast guy") took on the challenge of mixing it up with the pros and went up to RI to race the CVS Downtown 5k - US 5K Championships. He finished an impressive 13th overall with a road 5K PR if 14:34! Yeah, that is 4:41 ave. per mile. He was in good company with many of the best US road racers in attendance including some Olympians.
Way to go Devin. http://scottmasonphotography.smugmug.com/gallery/6018894_4UMh2/1/377280716_pBGvk#377280716_pBGvk-XL-LB
Results:
1 1 M0139 13:41.0# 4:25 Anthony Famiglietti 29 M 2 Knoxville TN
2 2 M0139 13:49.7# 4:28 Matt Tegenkamp 26 M 4 Madison WI
3 3 M0139 13:57.6# 4:30 Luke Kipkosgei 32 M 41 Concord MA
4 4 M0139 14:00.1# 4:31 Dan Browne 33 M 3 Beaverton OR
5 5 M0139 14:08.3# 4:34 David Jankowski 23 M 38 Rochester Hills MI
6 6 M0139 14:10.1# 4:34 Ian Burrell 23 M 13 Flagstaff AZ
7 7 M0139 14:10.4# 4:34 Thomas Morgan 27 M 49 Blowing Rock NC
8 8 M0139 14:11.7# 4:35 Stephen Haas 25 M 31 Bloomington IN
9 9 M0139 14:21.5# 4:38 Chris Barnicle 21 M 7 Newtonville MA
10 10 M0139 14:22.6# 4:38 Phillip Reid 22 M 56 San Luis Obispo CA
11 11 M0139 14:25.3# 4:39 Ben Bruce 26 M 12 Eugene OR
12 12 M0139 14:32.9 4:41 Paul Jellema 24 M 39 Rochester Hills MI
13 13 M0139 14:34.9 4:42 Devin Swann 28 M 58 Raleigh NC
14 14 M0139 14:40.7 4:44 Steve Magness 23 M 44 Chino Hills CA
15 15 M0139 14:42.6 4:45 Ryan Woods 29 M 62 Boone NC
16 16 M0139 14:44.8 4:45 Rod Koborsi 24 M 42 Washington DC
17 17 M0139 14:45.0 4:45 Emory Mort 25 M 63 Ghent NY
18 18 M0139 14:47.9 4:46 Ari Zamir 22 M 305 Cambridge MA
19 19 M0139 14:53.1 4:48 Matthew Daniels 20 M 19 Albuquerque NM
20 20 M0139 14:53.1 4:48 Owen Washburn 24 M 303 Amherst MA
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