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  1. Shacky

    A weekend full of fun

    Vanessa Runs and myself signed up for the Oriflamme 50k here in San Diego for this upcoming Saturday and then I noticed there was another 50k being held on Sunday up in the Bay area. This is a challenge I've wanted to tackle for a few years and so we signed up for the double. Yes folks, that...
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    Disney World Goofy Challenge Race Report

    On the first weekend of the new year, Vanessa Runs and myself travelled to Orlando Florida to take on the Goofy Challenge. Conditions were perfect, albeit a little cold at the race start, and we were able to run day 1 pretty much barefoot. For the marathon, I ran in my trusty and ancient...
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    Santa Monica 50k - A tale of two races

    A couple friends of mine dropped out of the Santa Monica 50k and gave Vanessa and I their entries. And so we called up our friend Pat Sweeney and offered to sponsor him for the race...under one condition. Here is their individual takes on the day Vanessa's Race Report -...
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    I'm a famous author!

    Well sort of. I wrote a bf tips article a long time ago for Vanessa's blog and Active.com decided to print it. http://www.active.com/running/Articles/6-Barefoot-Running-Tips-for-Beginners.htm?cmp=1747
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    Best birthday weekend ever

    So yesterday (7-11) was my birthday. Since I don't like barhopping, parties, etc, I opted to sign up for a 50k instead which took place on the 9th. The Cuyamaca 3 Peaks, one of the more difficult 50ks in the SoCal area as it has you climb up and over 3 different mountains, in some solid heat...
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    Run Beautifully: a review of RUN by Matt Fitzgerald

    [photo by Kelly Schott (via Creative Commons)] Run Beautifully: a review of Run: The Mind-Body Method of Running By Feel by Matt FitzgeraldReview by “Dirtbag Fitness” Doug Robertson “Luke, trust your feelings.” -Obi-Wan Kenobi, Jedi Master “90% of baseball is...
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    Article: Run Beautifully: a review of RUN by Matt Fitzgerald

    Have you read his "Brain Training" book? I'm curious as to how this book differs or if it's just a rehash.
  8. Shacky

    Farmer's markets and CSAs

    I am curious as to how many of you regularly visit and purchase produce from a local farmer's market or possibly subscribe to a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture)? I found out a few months ago that there was a weekly Farmer's Market about 1/2 mile from where I work and was excited to check...
  9. Shacky

    Mind the Ducks FB photo album

    I still haven't gotten around to finishing my RR on this. Feel free to search for race reports from Shelly, Jason, Vanessa, Jesse, or others that attended. The weekend involved me flying East, driving North to pick up Vanessa, driving South, picking up Angie, running MTD, bailing early to...
  10. Shacky

    Naked Tour LA version

    Yesterday, Ngoc drove over to my place and we carpooled up to LA for the Naked Tour being put together by McDougall. Upon arriving we spotted Patrick Sweeney and chatted him up a bit and did the photo op thing. Then Ken Bob and Roy showed up and started talking about the new book. Got in a...
  11. Shacky

    Lesson Learned - Don't ask for what you don't want

    Last week I received an email from the race director of the Maui Paradise Marathon. Due to lack of funds and lack of permits, they will be doing away with road closures, aid stations, and basically all other types of support. You, as the marathon runner, show up on race day, and run the route...
  12. Shacky

    Miles RACED in 2010

    I like running and entering a lot of races as I feel it helps me to stay motivated and focused on running. So far I have done the following: 2 - 50k 2 - marathons 4 - half marathons 1 - 25k 1 - 15k 2 - 10k 3 - 5k This ends up totalling around 213 race miles for the year if my math...
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    $10 off a Competitor event

    filled out a silly questionairre about the San Antonio marathon and received a $10 off code In appreciation of your time and feedback, you're invited to save $10 off one Competitor event- Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series, TriRock Series, or Columbia Muddy Buddy Series in the next 12 months...
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    RnR San Antonio Marathon

    Had a great weekend in Texas and rather then writing a race report, I'd rather submit a link to my facebook photo album http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2068621&id=1124632342 Feel free to add me as a friend if you don't have access. Oh yeah, I finished in a leisurely 3:42
  15. Shacky

    My new 15 minutes of fame

    Nergock from over on RW sent me a head's up on a Fox interview nearby and so I went to check it out. I somehow ended up being interviewed and being thrown on TV. I was uncomfortable with the camera in my face but it was kinda cool Link to article...
  16. Shacky

    I’m taking this barefoot thing seriously.

    My friend Vanessa, whom I just ran the Toronto Marathon with, is starting to incorporate more barefoot running into her schedule. The below is a blog entry about her experience and I thought some of you might enjoy it. I know my first couple of runs were very similar to how she describes it...
  17. Shacky

    I think I am certifiable

    I got a request from my Toronto friend asking me if I could pace her on May 15th, 2011 for her 2nd marathon. She would like to go sub-4:00. Sure I thought. Why the heck not? And then I remembered that here are a couple of BRS adventures around that timeframe. So the plan is to run...
  18. Shacky

    Raptor Ridge trail 1/2 marathon (San Diego)

    Sunday (10-10-10) I ran the Raptor Ridge half and thought it was quite excellent. Got there pretty early to pick up my bib and hand over some smoked pork and chicken I had been working on all weekend and then just mingled and talked to some friends before the race. It was a little cold...
  19. Shacky

    Good Life Fitness Toronto Marathon Oct 17

    I have an internet buddy running this as her first marathon and I told her if the flights are cheap enough and she lets me crash on her couch, I'll run it with her. Looks like everything is a go and I'm friggin excited!!! My first international marathon! Gear of choice will be the same as...
  20. Shacky

    August Mileage Totals

    I can not find a thread on this so thought I'd start the first one, plus it's something I've felt compelled to tell everyone I talk to According to dailymile, I put in 203 miles in August. This is a PR by 70 miles for me and I goal I have secretly coveted for a while now. Too lazy to break...
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