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March 2010 UpdateBoston Bound We have an impressive contingent of members, friends and family members headed to Boston this year for the 114th Boston Marathon. Boston is the oldest and most storied marathon in the world. It's a race of lengends -- Johnny Miles, Alberto Salazar, Dick Beardsley, Bill Rodgers, Katherine Switzer, Joan Benoit and Robert Cheruiyot. This year's marathon is a bit of a family affair for a few HRC members. Randall Hipson will join his brothers Bryan (travelling from Germany) and Daniel (travelling Ontario) for the 26 mile journey. Mark Pothier will have the thrill of running with his father George. Geri Wallace will meet up with her brother-in-law Robert Little (travelling from Kuwait). Morag McDonah is Boston bound to cheer on daughter Ailsa (travelling from Alberta). We wish all members - past, present and friends and family all the best. Good luck to: Ava Czapalay, Andrew Dacanay, Bruce Gallagher, Darcy Stephens, Denise Mader, Denise Robson, George Pothier, Geri Wallace, Leo Kennedy, Lexi Juurlink, Lisa Cicchelli, Louis Brill, Marie-Claude Gregoire, Mark Pothier, Micheline McWhirter, Mike Juurlink, Minh Tan, Pat Kennedy, Rami Bardeesy, Randall Hipson, Ray Moorehead, Yvette Scattolon, Mike Fitzsimmons, Kari Ellen Graham, J P Brousseau, David Kachan and Annette Scott. Credit Union Atlantic Lung Run 5K-Saturday April 10 The Credit Union Atlantic Lung Run 5K and Active with Asthma 1.5 K for Kids takes place on Saturday April 10. The Halifax Running Club has entered a team and would welcome all members to be part of it and help support this worthy cause. Race website Register, Join the HRC team, or Support a runner. Member Views: Pre-race fuel Now that race season is around the corner, we thought we'd ask members how they prepare for a race. This month we asked members to share their favourite pre-race meal. Here's what we heard: As much as I can. Usually a can of Heinz Spaghetti and couple slices of bread (for marathons). Power Bar for dessert. Talked to a nutritionist at an expo and asked her if you could "eat too much for breakfast?". She said: if you can keep it down, eat as much as you want. Should be two hours before race though. I'd like to think this has helped in not yet hitting "the wall", but if I actually said that, the Running Gods would quickly strike me down. (Frank McGillivray) I start my regime the day before the race and will have lunch at Subway, usually a steak or chicken sub on whole wheat so I get some protein and carbs. The night before I prefer whole wheat pasta with marinara sauce, some salad with bread and a glass of red wine, no later than 6:30 PM. The morning of the race I want oatmeal with a banana, coffee if available and I am good to go. (Member) Before most races which are usually morning races I have a banana, bowl of cereal with a small piece of dark chocolate mixed in and a large glass of juice usually orange. If the run is a bit later in the morning I will also snack on bagel or energy bar. (Leo Kennedy) I really do not have a specific recipe for what I eat before a race, but one thing for sure, I always eat a couple of bananas and I try to have a bowl of Raisin Bran and bagel. (Gerry Lessard) Next month's question: The next HRC question - Of course, after we're done our races, we often reward ourselves with a well-deserved meal. What is your favorite post-race meal? Share your views. Runners on Ice
HRC Annual General Meeting Summary The AGM took place on Sunday Feb. 28. Many thanks to all members who participated. If you happened to miss the meeting below are links to the presentation and our 2009 photo highlights. 2010 AGM Presentation 2009 Photo Highlights Have questions and/or interested in taking on a volunteer role with the club? Email Dianne Chiasson. Running Routes We've created new running routes which map various distances from our club location. To view them, visit the Running Map website and search Halifax Running Club using the left navigation tool bar. New Order of Singlets Just in time for your spring/summer runs, we have a new order of running singlets arriving the first of April. The design or the cost hasn't changed. If you would like to order a singlet or any of our other club items, complete and print the order form and bring it to the club or email Erin McDonah. Blue Nose Marathon - Volunteers Wanted The Blue Nose Marathon is Nova Scotia’s largest running event and is scheduled for May 21-23. Volunteers are still needed for all areas including Runner’s Services. To sign up as a volunteer visit the marathon site and click on “volunteers”. For more information on volunteering for Runner’s Services, contact Ava Czapalay.In addition to the volunteer request for Runner Services, the Halifax Running Club will once again manage the water stops for the Youth Run on Saturday and we'll be looking for volunteers to help with that too! Member & Running News
Club News & Reminders Want to catch up on the news. February 2010 newsletter January 2010 newsletter December 2009 newsletter Got news to share or want to submit a story? We're always looking for submissions - drop us a line. Sunday Runs Reminder: Just a friendly reminder that we welcome all runners to participate in our Java Blend after-run coffee and bagel socials on Sunday and to not forget about the Toonie Bin (which helps buy the bagels) and to help out with some of the clean up. Upcoming Events |
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Our first club curling event was very cool and many walked away with a new appreciation for the skill required to master the sport of curling. Many thanks to Randall Hipson who did a fantastic job organizing the event. Special thanks to the friends and members who shared their range of curling talents both on and off the ice.
Hitting the Wall in China: Welcome back to Roger Barakett who returned from a 3-week trip to China as part of his EMBA program.
Moose Mania: Congratulations to all members who participated in the 2010 Moose 25k. It was a fantastic day to run and enjoy the scenic views and hills of Cow Bay >> 
