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Well that was a wonderful Easter weekend. Finally some nice, warm, sunny weather. I was among many who enjoyed a nice Saturday morning run in the Police Service Half Marathon. I did the 10K and enjoyed the route through downtown Saskatoon, that was a nice change from other routes we usually run. Lots of potholes to dodge though. Winter sure has been rough on our roadways. Congratulations to Run Club member Chris Schwartz for his win, here is a picture Brian caught of Chris crossing the finish line. Race Director Wade Bourassa let Brian play with the radar gun, now he’s going to want one of his own.
Results are at http://www.resultscanada.com/results2011/2011_Saskatoon_Police_Half_Marathon/2011_Saskatoon_Police_Half_Marathon.htm
PEDESTRIAN WALKING CLUB Last Wednesday we started a Walking Clinic coached by Mavis Derksen to help you prepare for the Bridge City Boogie. Not too late to join. The walks will be about an hour and open to any level of walker. Like any fitness program, if you haven’t been active recently you should discuss participation with your physician.
EVENTS Thursday, April 28, Meewasin Trail Clean Up. Meet at BRAINSPORT at 6PM wearing clothes you can get dirty in. Bring gloves too, see what treasures you can find. We all use the trail system so let’s give back and help clean it up.
On a similar note have you heard of Trash Dashers? I first heard of them last year and they are up and running again this year with scheduled runs to clean up parks around our city. Here is a link to information about them http://trashdashers.jimdo.com/schedule/ .
Saturday, April 30, Bridge City Duathlon put on by the Saskatoon Triathlon Club. Follow this link for information and registration http://www.triathlonsaskatoon.org/BCD2011/ .
Sunday, May 1 - Hope Cancer Centre Race for Recovery. We have a Learn to Run clinic in session for this event. More information about this organization and event here http://www.saskatoonroadrunners.ca/pdf/2011/March%202011%20Newsletter%20Final.pdf .
Saturday, May 7 the Broadway Mile returns for a 3rd straight year. The women’s start time is 9:00 AM and mens at 9:20 AM. The race begins and finishes in front of BRAINSPORT. It will feature 2 loops so the crowd will have many opportunities to cheer our brave milers on. Entry forms are available at BRAINSPORT and online at Brainsport.ca in the Events section. The entry fee is $20 before May 1st. Late entries accepted until the morning of the event at $30 per entry. Entries can be dropped off at BRAINSPORT. The entry fee includes race admission, post race snacks/refreshments and a t-shirt. Full information is available on the Brochure.
Saturday, May 7 - Royal Road Race in Regina. I had this in earlier TIMES but this is a reminder of a fund raiser organized by the Jaleta Pacers and the RCMP. For more information check here http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/depot/rrr/ .
Sunday, May 15 is a new event. Makin it Happen Triathlon to be held at the Shaw Centre. All proceeds from this race will be donated in memory of Marlene Antoniuk to the Royal University Hospital Foundation. For more information go to http://triformarlene.com/ . I believe this event is part of the Women’s Just Tri It program wind up event. The Makin’ it Happen Triathlon is coed.
Sunday, May 29 is the big one, the Saskatchewan Marathon put on by the Saskatoon Road Runners. Learn all about it and register on line at http://www.saskmarathon.ca/ . I understand the course will be similar to last years. If you aren’t running in any of the events please consider volunteering, your help would be greatly appreciated. Groups to host water stations are needed, if you have a group that would like to help out by running a water station please contact Lynn Cushway at l.cushway@sasktel.net .
Sunday, June 5 our friends at Bike Doctor and the Saskatoon Triathlon Club bring you Moe’s Triathlon. http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1936728
Saturday, June 11at 8AM is the 6th annual Saltcoats Salamander Walk/ Run. registration can be found at
Saturday, June 18 BRAINSPORT Kids of Steel Triathlon - register your kids at http://www.triathlonsaskatoon.org/kids_of_steel.html . Sunday, June 19 Craven-Genki Pike Lake Triathlon, both of these events are put on by the Saskatoon Triathlon Club www.triathlonsaskatoon.org
Friday, July 1 · 9:00am - 12:00pm is The Red White & Run at Water Ridge Park in Humboldt. Mark Your Calendars for Canada Day and the Red White & Run!
GOODBYE & GOOD LUCK Last summer we had C-95’s Rambling Dave coaching a couple of Learn To Run clinics. Dave and family are leaving for Ottawa after this week, our loss. Best wishes Dave and family, it was fun having you on our coaching team. If anyone is interested in joining our coaching team, let me know. HILL TRAINING Is another tool in your tool box for improving your running. Brad Spokes has put together this article for your information which I have put on our Ask An Expert page http://brainsport.ca/contact/ask .
CANADIAN RUNNING MAGAZINE We’ve often mentioned how great this magazine is at highlighting Canadian events and runners. The latest issue which I just received a few days ago has an article on the Vancouver Marathon and how it was one of the earliest of the large international marathons. What was really interesting though was the two pictures of Run Club member Ric Hanna racing the 1973 marathon. Take a look and see a real veteran of road racing in his prime.
SALOMON TRAIL EVENT On Sunday we hosted the Salomon Trail Event introducing the Salomon Crossmax. After a short presentation on preparing for trail running we tried on the new Crossmax shoes and went for a trail run along the lower trails lining the river. It was a blast and the shoes performed really well. These shoes are designed for trail running but with sufficient cushioning to get you to the trails on pavement. If you couldn’t make it on Sunday, there is one more opportunity tonight at 5:30PM at Outer Limits just down the street from us.
Check out Canadian Running’s Trail Edition to get lots more information and ideas, we have it in store.
TRI GEAR Triathletes, check out the new triathlon clothing we have brought in from TYR. They have really got into triathlon big time and have some really nice gear.
QCM UPDATE The Half Marathon is sold out and now the Team Relay is sold out. Marathon is 52% sold out, Half Walk 59% sold out.
ARTHRITIS SOCIETY Saturday, May 7 the Arthritis Society Joints in Motion members in conjunction with BRAINSPORT and Uber Performance who bring us Gu, will be hosting a free aid station on the Meewasin Trail near the Rotary Park washrooms. If you are out walking or running stop by for water, energy drink or gel.
Then on Thursday, May 12 there will be an Open House at their new office at 1815D Lorne Ave and the second annual Walk To Fight Arthritis. Here is a link to their event website: www.walktofightarthritis.ca
Well that is the TIMES for this week - Gotta Run
Ian
As always you can check out our website www.brainsport.ca or catch up on events at our Facebook page. The TIMES is also published and archived weekly on www.saskatoon.com and www.yourregina.com .
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