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Is the course for the Jingle All the Way 10k flat or hilly?

runs4thet-shirt — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:41:52 GMT

I ran my first 10K at the end of September and am considering the Jingle All the Way 10K in December. Can anyone who has run that 10K in the past tell me if the course is flat or hilly? Is it suggested for a beginner 10K runner?

Taper Advice

Katie Grimmer — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 17:18:14 GMT

I would appreciate any and all advice on this. Just some background - I'm a former aerobic instructor of 20 years, have run a full marathon last January 2009 and approx. 7 halfs over the last year and a half. I have a training confliction for the first time!

This year I'm running the Army 10 miler and Marine Corps Full. What is happening is the Army 10 miler is taking the place of my 20 mile training run for the Marine Corps Full on October 25th.

Here is my schedule leading up to the race:

Week OF

13-Sep 5m 5m 5m 19m

20-Sep 5m 8m 5m 12m

27-Sep 5m 5m 5m 20m --THIS IS THE ARMY 10 MILER

4-Oct 5m 4m 5m 12m

11-Oct 4m 3m 4m 8m

18-Oct 3m 2m 2m RACE--MARINE CORPS FULL

Should I switch the 20 miler up to The week of September 20th in replace of the 12? So I have a 19 miler and 20 miler back to back weekends, then taper 4 weeks before, or what? Any suggestions from seasoned runners would be really appreciated.

Brookland resident looking for ride to Park's Half Marathon

Vanessa Taylor — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:39:14 GMT

Hello everyone,

My name is Vanessa and I live in Brookland. I would like to run in the Park's Half Marathon in a few weeks, but am unable to get there myself. If there is someone who is willing to give me a ride there, I would be more than happy to pay for gas.

Please e-mail me at vrosetaylor@gmail.com if you think you can help with this.

Thank you so much!

Vanessa

Looking for a half marathon...

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:45:44 GMT

I'm interested in running a half marathon but have never run one before. Are there any half marathons around that don't require a qualifying time?

Running doctors in Northern Virginia

cozymandias — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 16:12:41 GMT

Hi. Can anyone recommend an orthopedist (or perhaps podiatrist) in the Northern Virginia area that specializes in running injuries, particularly of the foot? I have been to other sports physicians, but I think I'd have better results from a doctor who is more aware of the specific problems distance runners suffer (especially if he/she is a runner). Thanks in advance.

Wanted: Certified Race Timer for 5K race at American Univeristy 10/24 8am

AmericanClassic5K — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:33:34 GMT

Hello Runners,

I am the organizer of a 5K USATF certified race at American Univeristy in DC on October 24th, 8am morning Saturday. I am looking for certified timers to time this event so if any

one is is certified timer or can refer me to one, I would gladly appreciate it.

Please contact me at americanclassic5K@gmail.com if interested and we can talk.

Olympic Gold Medalist making 2nd Appearance at the 2009 5K Race for the Nation

Chris Pereschuk — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:31:20 GMT

For the 2nd year in a row, the 1964 Olympic 10,000 meter Gold Medalist Billy Mills of Sacramento, CA will be on hand as the official Master of Ceremonies for the 2nd Annual 5K Race for the Nation to be held on Saturday, August 15th 2009 in Chambersburg, PA.

This years event will feature a kid's 12 and under one-mile fun run starting at 8:00a.m. and the offical 5K Race to begin promptly at 8:30a.m. This event will also include a DJ, over $3,000 in cash and merchandise awards, a dunk tank, an autograph session with Billy Mills and plenty of after race refreshments.

Cash awards will be given to the top 3 men and women in the open division as well as the top 3 men and women in the masters division. Course record bonuses will be given to the individuals that break the current course records and win in the respective division. Double dipping is allowed. Age group awards will also be given.

Open Men's Division Record - 15:32.6

Open Women's Division Record - 19:40.6

Master's Men Division Record - 16:34.2

Master's Women Division Record - 21:20.7

This event is located at will start and finish at 500 Gateway Avenue, Chambersburg, PA 17201, which is about 30 minutes west of Gettysburg, an hour south of Harrisburg, and about 20 minutes north of the Maryland border on I-81. From I-81 South take exit 16 (Rt. 30). Make a left off the exit on Rt. 30 West, Lincoln Wat Avenue. Make a right at the first light onto Walker Rd. and follow back till you reach Gateway Avenue on the Left. From I-81 North take exit 17 (Walker Rd.), make a right off the exit and follow about 0.5 miles and make a right onto Gateway Avenue.

Registration will take place in the parking lot of Keyston Ford. Pre-registration is $5 for the kid's mile run and $20 for the 5K. Race day registration which will open at 7:00a.m. is $30 for the 5K. First 200 registrants are guaranteed a race t-shirt.

More info on this event can be found at www.raceforthenation.org

Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.

Chris Pereschuk

Race Director - 717-262-9725 - chris.pereschuk@nova-dine.com

Using Knee Straps for Ultramarathons (without an injury)?

GriGriDC — Fri, 01 May 2009 17:37:22 GMT

I've been an on and off runner for the past few years, basically signing up for a marathon every so often to prove to myself that I can keep finishing that distance. In a moment of enthusiasm, I signed up for a 40.1 Ultra in June, and I'm starting to significantly increase my training now. After my last marathon, about a month ago, I noticed the typical end-result of my feet were sore and my knees were excessively tired. Cardio-wise, I could keep going, but I could tell my knees wouldn't be thrilled.

After running this weekend, it dawned on me that I see lots of runners outside with the patella knee straps - I always envisioned they were used to compensate for some injury they were recovering from. However, if the straps tend to provide some stabilization or minimize knee-cap shock, would it also be useful as a "preventative device" to help for long runs?

I'm not thrilled about the idea of dropping $30-40 on knee straps, if they wouldn't be useful... but if they could provide some additional benefit for long runs, and keep my knees fresher, I am sure it would be appreciated for the last few miles as I'm craving the finish line.

(I have also taken into account that shoes and stride technique are probably the most influential factors... and I'm working on those... but if this is a worthy idea, I'd give it a try.)

Or - should you not wear these straps without an injury....? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

4 Mile Training Schedule (6 Weeks)

ChipB34 — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:37:33 GMT

I have ran two 5K races in the past, but I'm doing a 4 Mile run at the end of September.

Does anyone have a training schedule to be able to run the 4 miles at the end of six weeks?

Thanks.

I need 2 bibs for the Army Ten Miler - willing to pay extra for transfer

Sasha Rogers — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:07:09 GMT

Hi - I'm looking for 2 bibs for ATM and am willing to pay extra per bib... please let me know via email if you are selling your bib...

Please contact me at aleksandra.rogers@gmail.com

thanks

Sasha