Week 5 of Training for the Bay to Breakers!
Runners and walkers have a 16 week training schedule that is posted in it’s entirety on http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/ Whether you run this event officially, or just train for it and join in for the fun, it is a great distance for everyone – not too far, not too fast, but hecka fun!!
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Monday, February 25, 2008
The Weekly Pep Talk - Monday, February 25 – Sunday, March 2, 2008
The Weekly Pep Talk - A Running Commentary About Women
Sponsored by Ask About Running
Volume 2, Issue #14, Week 9 in 2008
This week is dedicated to Christy of City Girls (Wishing you great success!)
Monday, February 25 – Sunday, March 2, 2008
Send comments to: Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com
View www.AskAboutRunning.com
Hello!
Oh what a glorious Monday! I think I needed this! How about you? I hear this good weather will continue throughout the week. So…dry out your running and walking shoes and get ready for the weekend! We are going to Point Isabel in the East Bay and Mc Laren Lodge in Golden Gate Park for you San Francisco Gals.
Weekend Running and Walking Information
I will start posting the weekend information for our running and walking club near the top of the newsletter since several of you have mentioned that you don’t find it. Does this mean that you are not receiving the Weekly Pep Talk at all? Or, does it mean that you can’t find the weekend details because they’re hidden somewhere in all the “stuff”? I hope this remedies the problem.
Please check you SPAM/Bulk Mail folder if you’re not receiving the Weekly Pep Talk because I have heard that bulk mail ends up there some of the time. Also know that I will always get this out to you by Monday evening so, if you have not received it by that time, please contact me at Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com and let me know!
Weekend meeting locations and times for March 2, 2008 for runners and walkers – Bring a Friend!
East Bay – Point Isabel, Richmond
Meet at 9:00 at the far end of the parking lot, away from the entrance
From I80 (in either direction) take Central Avenue exit and head toward the bay. Go right on Rydin and follow it to the parking lot at the end. We will meet at the far end of the parking lot, away from the entrance.
Toilets
Free Parking
Water from faucets for dogs, no drinking fountains
San Francisco - McLaren Lodge, Golden Gate Park
Meet at 1:00 in front of the lodge near the junction of Fell and Stanyan Streets in Golden Gate Park
FYI - This elegant building was built in 1896 to house John McLaren. It is also one of the oldest Mission-style structures in the City. Today, it houses a park information center and an ornate, classic meeting room. Open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (415) 831-2700.
Toilets nearby
Park closed to cars on Sunday. Must park on side streets. No charge for parking meters on Sundays.
Water (in bathrooms and some drinking fountains)
Near the SF Conservatory of Flowers, The De Young Museum, and more
Directions to both places can be printed from my running blog http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
in addition to the details here.
Long Distance Runs For Those of You Training For Half or Full Marathons
Sarah will mark a course for 17 miles next weekend. If you would like to run with her I think she runs the long run at 9 minutes/mile +/-. Use the blog or the yahoo group site to express your interest. AskStephanieAboutSports@yahoogroups.com is a great way to send out a group e-mail but you have to join first.
I’m still working on the East Bay long runs. Jane M. has offered to help with this but she has asked for a companion to run with. We’re talking about 10 minute miles +/- and I’d love to get started with the SJR Half Training Schedule over in the East Bay. Any volunteers to mark a half or full marathon course?
Fun Runs and Walks Last Weekend were definitely dampened by the storm
I have to commend Sharmaine M and Sarah T for braving the elements. They got a ribbon for their efforts! We’ll do our fun runs another time. I hope the weather is more cooperative…
Club News and Views
The See Jane Run Half Marathon Training Schedule is ready! I’ll try to remember to attach it to the newsletter. It is also copied into the blog at http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
SIGN UP NOW!!
The time is now! Time to start training for the Bay to Breakers or the See Jane Run 5K and Half Marathon. Or…just come out to move!! We’re out there every weekend, walking or running 3, 6 miles, and longer runs for those hard core ladies. Join us!!
1 Person/1 Month Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$20 ____$30
Begins first Sunday of each month. Automatic recurring billing only. Must pay by credit card.
1 Person/6 Months Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$110 ____$165 6 months from date of sign-up
1 Person/12 Months Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$200 ____$300 12 months Best price!
Your name
Your buddy’s name
Email Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com and you will be billed through PayPal or send a check to ALTB International, Inc., 58 W. Portal #227, San Fran CA 94127 (800) 457-4574
P.S. Drop ins are always welcome any Sunday. The fee is $6.
Sign up for the Bay to Breakers
Please remember that our group will qualify for a discount if we have more than 25 names to submit. Full details are at the bottom of this newsletter. I need your names by March 25 for submission to the powers that be. We are not obligated to run together nor do you have to be an official member of the Ask About Running Club. As far as I can tell, all you need to do is put your name on the list and commit by March 25 for a discount to the big party run! This is no serious person’s race (unless you are a world –class, seeded runner). So, sign up and join the fun!
Here is our current list:
Dena G
Jeanetta M
Stephanie A
Michele A
Noel Y
Sarah K
Gini H.
Danielle A.
Your name belongs here!
The list is growing…Full Bay to Breaker details at bottom of this newsletter.
Week 5 of Training for the Bay to Breakers!
Runners and walkers have a 16 week training schedule that is posted in it’s entirety on http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/ Whether you run this event officially, or just train for it and join in for the fun, it is a great distance for everyone – not too far, not too fast, but hecka fun!!
UPCOMING RACES – Let me know if you are training for any of these
The London Marathon April 13, 2008
http://www.london-marathon.co.uk/
See Training Schedule in http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
The Boston Marathon April 21, 2008 http://www.bostonmarathon.org/
See Training Schedule in http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
The Bay to Breakers/San Francisco May 18, 2008
http://www.ingbaytobreakers.com/main.html
See Training Schedule in http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
See Jane Run Women’s Half Marathon & 5K May 31, 2008
http://www.seejanerun.com/t-See-Jane-Run-Half-Marathon-and-5K.aspx
See Training Schedule in http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
Training schedule almost complete. See this week’s Weekly Pep Talk for Week 2
The San Francisco Half & Full Marathon & 5K August 3, 2008 http://www.runsfm.com/home.html
The Disneyland Half Marathon and 5K August 30/31, 2008 www.disneylandhalfmarathon.com
The Chicago Marathon October 12, 2008 http://www.chicagomarathon.com/
The Nike Women’s Half and Full Marathon October 19, 2008
www.nike.com
The New York City Marathon November 2, 2008
http://us.f520.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=marathonmailer@nyrr.org
Registration opens January 28, 2008
Bay to Breakers Details:
The deadline for registering as a group is the same as for individuals however, early registration ends March 31st, so we would miss out on the cheaper registration fee, which along with the group discount, makes it a pretty good deal. If I’m going to organize the group, I need your commitment by 3/25/08. All I need is your names. Anyone can enter with us. We pay individually. I’ll submit the names that have been given to me; we get a code to use on Active.com. You handle your own registration directly online. That’s that.
I’ll be willing to do the online version for those of you who send me your name. Please read the details and confirm if you want to join. I’ll get the deadline information for submitting our name list.
This does not require that we run together nor are we required to be Ask About Running Club Members. I think anyone can enter through our group as long as they meet the deadline.
Early Registration ends 3/31 and is $44.00 without discounts.
DISCOUNTS
Group Size
Discount
25 or more
10%
50 ore more
15%
Online Group Registration
· Group organizer collects the names of everyone in the group and submits the list to ING Bay to Breakers.
· ING Bay to Breakers establishes a special Coupon Code on Active.com
· ING Bay to Breakers provides coupon code to the group organizer so group members can register online using the code. (This coupon code is limited to the exact number of people submitted by the group organizer.)
· If someone has already registered for the race, they are not eligible for the group discount. More info?
ING Bay to Breakers 12K Team www.ingbaytobreakers.com
97th Race: May 18, 2008 Always the Third Sunday in May
Carpooling & Willing drivers
Stephanie Atwood, Coach (San Francisco) Stephanie@askaboutrunning.com
Add your name here!
Online Fitness Products that might be of interest:
Go tohttp://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/ for a list of products. Always 10% off!
See you Sunday! See you then!
Stephanie
All Rights Reserved
Copyright ALTB International, Inc, 2007
Sponsored by Ask About Running
Volume 2, Issue #14, Week 9 in 2008
This week is dedicated to Christy of City Girls (Wishing you great success!)
Monday, February 25 – Sunday, March 2, 2008
Send comments to: Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com
View www.AskAboutRunning.com
Hello!
Oh what a glorious Monday! I think I needed this! How about you? I hear this good weather will continue throughout the week. So…dry out your running and walking shoes and get ready for the weekend! We are going to Point Isabel in the East Bay and Mc Laren Lodge in Golden Gate Park for you San Francisco Gals.
Weekend Running and Walking Information
I will start posting the weekend information for our running and walking club near the top of the newsletter since several of you have mentioned that you don’t find it. Does this mean that you are not receiving the Weekly Pep Talk at all? Or, does it mean that you can’t find the weekend details because they’re hidden somewhere in all the “stuff”? I hope this remedies the problem.
Please check you SPAM/Bulk Mail folder if you’re not receiving the Weekly Pep Talk because I have heard that bulk mail ends up there some of the time. Also know that I will always get this out to you by Monday evening so, if you have not received it by that time, please contact me at Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com and let me know!
Weekend meeting locations and times for March 2, 2008 for runners and walkers – Bring a Friend!
East Bay – Point Isabel, Richmond
Meet at 9:00 at the far end of the parking lot, away from the entrance
From I80 (in either direction) take Central Avenue exit and head toward the bay. Go right on Rydin and follow it to the parking lot at the end. We will meet at the far end of the parking lot, away from the entrance.
Toilets
Free Parking
Water from faucets for dogs, no drinking fountains
San Francisco - McLaren Lodge, Golden Gate Park
Meet at 1:00 in front of the lodge near the junction of Fell and Stanyan Streets in Golden Gate Park
FYI - This elegant building was built in 1896 to house John McLaren. It is also one of the oldest Mission-style structures in the City. Today, it houses a park information center and an ornate, classic meeting room. Open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (415) 831-2700.
Toilets nearby
Park closed to cars on Sunday. Must park on side streets. No charge for parking meters on Sundays.
Water (in bathrooms and some drinking fountains)
Near the SF Conservatory of Flowers, The De Young Museum, and more
Directions to both places can be printed from my running blog http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
in addition to the details here.
Long Distance Runs For Those of You Training For Half or Full Marathons
Sarah will mark a course for 17 miles next weekend. If you would like to run with her I think she runs the long run at 9 minutes/mile +/-. Use the blog or the yahoo group site to express your interest. AskStephanieAboutSports@yahoogroups.com is a great way to send out a group e-mail but you have to join first.
I’m still working on the East Bay long runs. Jane M. has offered to help with this but she has asked for a companion to run with. We’re talking about 10 minute miles +/- and I’d love to get started with the SJR Half Training Schedule over in the East Bay. Any volunteers to mark a half or full marathon course?
Fun Runs and Walks Last Weekend were definitely dampened by the storm
I have to commend Sharmaine M and Sarah T for braving the elements. They got a ribbon for their efforts! We’ll do our fun runs another time. I hope the weather is more cooperative…
Club News and Views
The See Jane Run Half Marathon Training Schedule is ready! I’ll try to remember to attach it to the newsletter. It is also copied into the blog at http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
SIGN UP NOW!!
The time is now! Time to start training for the Bay to Breakers or the See Jane Run 5K and Half Marathon. Or…just come out to move!! We’re out there every weekend, walking or running 3, 6 miles, and longer runs for those hard core ladies. Join us!!
1 Person/1 Month Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$20 ____$30
Begins first Sunday of each month. Automatic recurring billing only. Must pay by credit card.
1 Person/6 Months Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$110 ____$165 6 months from date of sign-up
1 Person/12 Months Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$200 ____$300 12 months Best price!
Your name
Your buddy’s name
Email Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com and you will be billed through PayPal or send a check to ALTB International, Inc., 58 W. Portal #227, San Fran CA 94127 (800) 457-4574
P.S. Drop ins are always welcome any Sunday. The fee is $6.
Sign up for the Bay to Breakers
Please remember that our group will qualify for a discount if we have more than 25 names to submit. Full details are at the bottom of this newsletter. I need your names by March 25 for submission to the powers that be. We are not obligated to run together nor do you have to be an official member of the Ask About Running Club. As far as I can tell, all you need to do is put your name on the list and commit by March 25 for a discount to the big party run! This is no serious person’s race (unless you are a world –class, seeded runner). So, sign up and join the fun!
Here is our current list:
Dena G
Jeanetta M
Stephanie A
Michele A
Noel Y
Sarah K
Gini H.
Danielle A.
Your name belongs here!
The list is growing…Full Bay to Breaker details at bottom of this newsletter.
Week 5 of Training for the Bay to Breakers!
Runners and walkers have a 16 week training schedule that is posted in it’s entirety on http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/ Whether you run this event officially, or just train for it and join in for the fun, it is a great distance for everyone – not too far, not too fast, but hecka fun!!
UPCOMING RACES – Let me know if you are training for any of these
The London Marathon April 13, 2008
http://www.london-marathon.co.uk/
See Training Schedule in http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
The Boston Marathon April 21, 2008 http://www.bostonmarathon.org/
See Training Schedule in http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
The Bay to Breakers/San Francisco May 18, 2008
http://www.ingbaytobreakers.com/main.html
See Training Schedule in http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
See Jane Run Women’s Half Marathon & 5K May 31, 2008
http://www.seejanerun.com/t-See-Jane-Run-Half-Marathon-and-5K.aspx
See Training Schedule in http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/
Training schedule almost complete. See this week’s Weekly Pep Talk for Week 2
The San Francisco Half & Full Marathon & 5K August 3, 2008 http://www.runsfm.com/home.html
The Disneyland Half Marathon and 5K August 30/31, 2008 www.disneylandhalfmarathon.com
The Chicago Marathon October 12, 2008 http://www.chicagomarathon.com/
The Nike Women’s Half and Full Marathon October 19, 2008
www.nike.com
The New York City Marathon November 2, 2008
http://us.f520.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=marathonmailer@nyrr.org
Registration opens January 28, 2008
Bay to Breakers Details:
The deadline for registering as a group is the same as for individuals however, early registration ends March 31st, so we would miss out on the cheaper registration fee, which along with the group discount, makes it a pretty good deal. If I’m going to organize the group, I need your commitment by 3/25/08. All I need is your names. Anyone can enter with us. We pay individually. I’ll submit the names that have been given to me; we get a code to use on Active.com. You handle your own registration directly online. That’s that.
I’ll be willing to do the online version for those of you who send me your name. Please read the details and confirm if you want to join. I’ll get the deadline information for submitting our name list.
This does not require that we run together nor are we required to be Ask About Running Club Members. I think anyone can enter through our group as long as they meet the deadline.
Early Registration ends 3/31 and is $44.00 without discounts.
DISCOUNTS
Group Size
Discount
25 or more
10%
50 ore more
15%
Online Group Registration
· Group organizer collects the names of everyone in the group and submits the list to ING Bay to Breakers.
· ING Bay to Breakers establishes a special Coupon Code on Active.com
· ING Bay to Breakers provides coupon code to the group organizer so group members can register online using the code. (This coupon code is limited to the exact number of people submitted by the group organizer.)
· If someone has already registered for the race, they are not eligible for the group discount. More info?
ING Bay to Breakers 12K Team www.ingbaytobreakers.com
97th Race: May 18, 2008 Always the Third Sunday in May
Carpooling & Willing drivers
Stephanie Atwood, Coach (San Francisco) Stephanie@askaboutrunning.com
Add your name here!
Online Fitness Products that might be of interest:
Go tohttp://www.altbgo.blogspot.com/ for a list of products. Always 10% off!
See you Sunday! See you then!
Stephanie
All Rights Reserved
Copyright ALTB International, Inc, 2007
Weekend meeting locations and times for March 2, 2008 for Runners and Walkers:
- East Bay – Point Isabel, Richmond
Meet at 9:00 at the far end of the parking lot, away from the entrance
From I80 (in either direction) take Central Avenue exit and head toward the bay. Go right on Rydin and follow it to the parking lot at the end. We will meet at the far end of the parking lot, away from the entrance.
Toilets
Free Parking
Water from faucets for dogs, no drinking fountains
San Francisco - McLaren Lodge, Golden Gate Park
Meet at 1:00 in front of the lodge near the junction of Fell and Stanyan Streets in Golden Gate Park
FYI - This elegant building was built in 1896 to house John McLaren. It is also one of the oldest Mission-style structures in the City. Today, it houses a park information center and an ornate, classic meeting room. Open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (415) 831-2700.
Toilets nearby
Park closed to cars on Sunday. Must park on side streets. No charge for parking meters on Sundays.
Water (in bathrooms and some drinking fountains)
Near the SF Conservatory of Flowers, The De Young Museum, and more
Monday, February 18, 2008
Ask About Running Club News and Views
I-Pod Head Phones That Stay In Your Ears?
Sarah K asks “Btw, can you recommend any good headphones to use with the Ipod? I have earbuds and they always fall out because I get sweaty – it gets annoying. If you don’t have any recommendations can you include that in your email out to the whole group? Maybe that’s something that the group could do to support each other – offer advice on gear. What do you think?” We’ll see if we can get you an answer, Sarah
E-mail me at:
Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com or post your answer here.
A#1 - A wonderful way to avoid iPod earpieces from falling out when running is simply not to use them. Now, I certainly don’t mean running without your iPod (I could NEVER do that!) but Nike now has a knit cap with build in speakers($50) that you can adjust to fit over your ears and your iPod gets stored in the hat itself. Works very well although it’s really unhandy if you want to change songs—and undoubtedly not very practical or comfortable in the warmer months. When not wearing my hat on cold days, I use a Phillips earpiece—the only time they ever fall out is when the cord gets yanked… I have a real hard time getting earpieces to fit—even the super Bose earpieces didn’t work for me, despite having three different sizes included. The Phillips has worked the best for me. Dena
A#2 - I use these earphones when I run on the treadmill in the gym: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR-J11G-h-ear-Sports-Headphones/dp/B0001M2FZK/ref=pd_bbs_sr_3?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1203386656&sr=8-3 They are really cheap and they stay in my ears. I have weird ears and nothing stays in them, but these do.
Having said that, I never run with earphones outdoors. You would be shocked at how close I get to people wearing earphones on a trail or on the Ohlone Greenway -- without them having any idea that I'm there. When I pass them, they jump like they had no idea I was there . . . this is how people get assaulted. Additionally, even in very safe Albany, I read in the blotter that people are regularly (at least 1/week) mugged in broad daylight for their MP3 players. Scary. I am not saying you should say this on the newsletter, it's just my own personal rant about how unsafe earphones are. I know that people who run with earphones are very committed to them, so I will shut up now. :) Noel
Sarah K asks “Btw, can you recommend any good headphones to use with the Ipod? I have earbuds and they always fall out because I get sweaty – it gets annoying. If you don’t have any recommendations can you include that in your email out to the whole group? Maybe that’s something that the group could do to support each other – offer advice on gear. What do you think?” We’ll see if we can get you an answer, Sarah
E-mail me at:
Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com or post your answer here.
A#1 - A wonderful way to avoid iPod earpieces from falling out when running is simply not to use them. Now, I certainly don’t mean running without your iPod (I could NEVER do that!) but Nike now has a knit cap with build in speakers($50) that you can adjust to fit over your ears and your iPod gets stored in the hat itself. Works very well although it’s really unhandy if you want to change songs—and undoubtedly not very practical or comfortable in the warmer months. When not wearing my hat on cold days, I use a Phillips earpiece—the only time they ever fall out is when the cord gets yanked… I have a real hard time getting earpieces to fit—even the super Bose earpieces didn’t work for me, despite having three different sizes included. The Phillips has worked the best for me. Dena
A#2 - I use these earphones when I run on the treadmill in the gym: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR-J11G-h-ear-Sports-Headphones/dp/B0001M2FZK/ref=pd_bbs_sr_3?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1203386656&sr=8-3 They are really cheap and they stay in my ears. I have weird ears and nothing stays in them, but these do.
Having said that, I never run with earphones outdoors. You would be shocked at how close I get to people wearing earphones on a trail or on the Ohlone Greenway -- without them having any idea that I'm there. When I pass them, they jump like they had no idea I was there . . . this is how people get assaulted. Additionally, even in very safe Albany, I read in the blotter that people are regularly (at least 1/week) mugged in broad daylight for their MP3 players. Scary. I am not saying you should say this on the newsletter, it's just my own personal rant about how unsafe earphones are. I know that people who run with earphones are very committed to them, so I will shut up now. :) Noel
Fun Runs and Walks This Weekend – Boys and Girls, Men and Women are All Invited! Bring the Family!
Calling all fun spirited, willing participants to join in the first Fun Run and Walk with Ask About Running. This coming weekend we are promoting this low key opportunity to run or walk a 3 mile course in Berkeley or a 5 mile course in San Francisco. Every finisher gets a ribbon!! There will also be a timer and cheering squad at the finish line. Good exercise and a lot of fun. Come on out!! Same times as usual.
- Members run at no extra fee
- Drop-ins run for the daily rate of $6.00
- Kids 10 and under are FREE
- P.S. As always, if you are a breast cancer survivor please join us for free
Directions for Fun Runs/Walks on Sunday, February 24 - Bring the Family!
Berkeley
Berkeley Marina, Sea Breeze Market, 595 University Avenue at Frontage Road
Meet 9:00 in the public parking lot
Map Quest Link Available
Heading East on I-80 (from South Bay or San Francisco)
Take Berkeley, University Avenue Exit onto University Avenue.
Make first U-turn possible and head back, over the freeway, to the Frontage Road on the bay side of the freeway. The Sea Breeze Market is to the left.
Heading West on I80 (toward San Francisco)
Exit at University Avenue and head toward the Frontage Road on the Bay side of the freeway. The Sea Breeze Market is at the junction of University and Frontage Road. The parking lot is small and dirt. We’ll be able to see each other easily.
Lake Merced – Hiway 32/Skyline Drive, San Francisco
Meet at 1:00 in the first parking area after you enter Harding Drive
Turn onto Sloat Blvd, from 19th Avenue (Hiway 1) in San Francisco and go west, toward the ocean 1.2 miles. Turn slight left onto Skyline Blvd/CA-35 S. After approximately ½ mile turn left into Harding Park (Harding Road) at Lake Merced. Park at the old boathouse.
Toilets
No Parking Fee
Water (in bathrooms and some drinking fountains)
Picnic tables and golf course
Berkeley Marina, Sea Breeze Market, 595 University Avenue at Frontage Road
Meet 9:00 in the public parking lot
Map Quest Link Available
Heading East on I-80 (from South Bay or San Francisco)
Take Berkeley, University Avenue Exit onto University Avenue.
Make first U-turn possible and head back, over the freeway, to the Frontage Road on the bay side of the freeway. The Sea Breeze Market is to the left.
Heading West on I80 (toward San Francisco)
Exit at University Avenue and head toward the Frontage Road on the Bay side of the freeway. The Sea Breeze Market is at the junction of University and Frontage Road. The parking lot is small and dirt. We’ll be able to see each other easily.
Note: One of our members had her car window broken and her wallet stolen. Please bring as little as possible, keep it out of sight, and beware.
Toilets
Free Parking
Water fountains along the routes
Market with food and drinks
Lake Merced – Hiway 32/Skyline Drive, San Francisco
Meet at 1:00 in the first parking area after you enter Harding Drive
Turn onto Sloat Blvd, from 19th Avenue (Hiway 1) in San Francisco and go west, toward the ocean 1.2 miles. Turn slight left onto Skyline Blvd/CA-35 S. After approximately ½ mile turn left into Harding Park (Harding Road) at Lake Merced. Park at the old boathouse.
Toilets
No Parking Fee
Water (in bathrooms and some drinking fountains)
Picnic tables and golf course
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Need a Speaker?
Stephanie Atwood, M.A. founder of AskAbout Running for women is an award winning speaker who can bring life and inspiration to a meeting. Stephanie can speak about a wide variety of subjects ranging from athletics at any age to dealing with grief and loss. She can also talk about travel around the globe with her vast personal experience on most of the continents of the world. Contact her for a list of subjects and availability.
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Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com
Directions for Sunday, February 17 Runs
Directions for the Weekend Runs
Oakland - Lake Merritt
Meet at 9:00 in front of Children’s Fairyland at 699 Bellevue Ave. Oakland
From San Francisco
Take I-80 E. across Bay Bridge . Merge onto I-580 E toward CA-24/Downtown Oakland/Hayward-Stockton. Take the exit toward Grand Ave. Turn right onto Grand Ave. to Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Left on Bellevue . Park in front of Fairyland.
From Oakland/Berkeley
Get to Grand Avenue and head toward Fairyland at Grand and Bellevue . Turn into Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Park in front of Fairyland.
Toilets
Parking Entry fee $5.00 (free parking is available on Grand Ave. before entrance to Lake Merrit
No water
San Francisco - Ocean Beach – Fulton and Great Hiway
Meet at 1:00 at the north corner of JFK Drive and Great Hiway at the entrance to Golden Gate Park . Park in ocean side parking, across from the Beach Chalet.
From San Jose or the East Bay , get yourself to Fulton Avenue in San Francisco and head west. Fulton dead ends at the beach. Go left on Great Hiway and take a right into the beach parking area across from the Beach Chalet Restaurant.
From Hiway 1, follow the coast to the Great Hiway in San Francisco , near the San Francisco Zoo. Continue north until you pass the Beach Chalet Restaurant on your right (approx 3 miles). Make the first left turn (U-turn) on the Great Hiway and backtrack into the beach parking area across from the restaurant.
Toilets
No Parking Fee
Water in Beach Chalet (downstairs) and random drinking fountains along the routes
Oakland - Lake Merritt
Meet at 9:00 in front of Children’s Fairyland at 699 Bellevue Ave. Oakland
From San Francisco
Take I-80 E. across Bay Bridge . Merge onto I-580 E toward CA-24/Downtown Oakland/Hayward-Stockton. Take the exit toward Grand Ave. Turn right onto Grand Ave. to Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Left on Bellevue . Park in front of Fairyland.
From Oakland/Berkeley
Get to Grand Avenue and head toward Fairyland at Grand and Bellevue . Turn into Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Park in front of Fairyland.
Toilets
Parking Entry fee $5.00 (free parking is available on Grand Ave. before entrance to Lake Merrit
No water
San Francisco - Ocean Beach – Fulton and Great Hiway
Meet at 1:00 at the north corner of JFK Drive and Great Hiway at the entrance to Golden Gate Park . Park in ocean side parking, across from the Beach Chalet.
From San Jose or the East Bay , get yourself to Fulton Avenue in San Francisco and head west. Fulton dead ends at the beach. Go left on Great Hiway and take a right into the beach parking area across from the Beach Chalet Restaurant.
From Hiway 1, follow the coast to the Great Hiway in San Francisco , near the San Francisco Zoo. Continue north until you pass the Beach Chalet Restaurant on your right (approx 3 miles). Make the first left turn (U-turn) on the Great Hiway and backtrack into the beach parking area across from the restaurant.
Toilets
No Parking Fee
Water in Beach Chalet (downstairs) and random drinking fountains along the routes
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
#12 The Weekly Pep Talk - February 11 - 17, 2008
The Weekly Pep Talk
A Running Commentary About Women
Sponsored by Ask About Running
Volume 2, Issue #12
This week is dedicated to Rachel L. (so glad you are in the group!)
Monday, February 11 – Sunday, February 17, 2008
Week 7 in 2008
Send comments to: Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com
Dear Athletes:
If you were not out last weekend enjoying the beautiful Bay Area weather then I hope it is because you live somewhere else! We had the first great weekend of the year! And we needed it.
I want to congratulate those dedicated runners and walkers who have consistently come out to join me on Sundays, rain or shine. Surprisingly, the weather has been pretty darn cooperative for our 1 – 2 hours of exertion on Sundays. Not surprisingly, the San Francisco side of the bay has been a bit more weather-challenging but you hard core athletes like Sarah, Dena, Leti, Sandra R and O, Debra, Sharmaine, Gini, Jeanetta, (and others) have been out there pounding the pavement. You are exceptional women. It’s a privilege to run and walk with you every weekend.
New Members Are Always Welcome – Welcome Rachel!
I am delighted to welcome Rachel L to our group. The 3 mile walk went by so quickly and we had so much to talk about. Thank you for joining us. Now, the big push is for the Bay to Breakers! 7.6 miles and you can do it. I know you can!
Our Sixth Run of 2008 – The Weather Was Fabulous!
Need I say more? Days like we had last Sunday make getting outside an absolutely, priceless benefit of living in the Bay Area. Running along the bayshore in Alameda and along the cliffs, above the ocean, in San Francisco is absolutely breathtaking on a sunny day. We had it all! Good weather, good exercise, great companionship. The only part missing was you if you weren’t there!
Next Sunday’s Locations
Next Sunday we will run at Lake Merritt in Oakland and Ocean Beach in San Francisco.. Remember East Bay runs meet at 9:00 and San Francisco runs will start at 1:00. You may do either or both. Directions are at the bottom of the newsletter.
Train With Us For A Half Or Full Marathon
We’re getting this piece of the program together. You ask, the club tries to comply. I have a couple of volunteers to help me. Anyone else who might want to volunteer to run these longer distances and mark the courses, please contact me. We’ll need you approximately every other weekend so, let me know if you’re interested. Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com
SIGN UP NOW!!
The time is now! Time to start training for the Bay to Breakers or the See Jane Run 5K and Half Marathon. Or…just come out to move!! We’re out there every weekend, walking or running 3 or 6 miles. Join us!!
1 Person/1 Month Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$20 ____$30
Begins first Sunday of each month. Automatic recurring billing only. Must pay by credit card.
1 Person/6 Months Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$110 ____$165 6 months from date of sign-up
1 Person/12 Months Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$200 ____$300 12 months Best price!
Your name
Your buddy’s name
Email Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com and you will be billed through PayPal or send a check to ALTB International, Inc., 58 W. Portal #227, San Fran CA 94127 (800) 457-4574
P.S. Drop ins are always welcome any Sunday. The fee is $6.
Talking about the Bay to Breakers
Please remember that our group will qualify for a discount if we have more than 25 names to submit. Full details are at the bottom of this newsletter. I need your names by March 25 for submission to the powers that be. We are not obligated to run together nor do you have to be an official member of the Ask About Running Club. As far as I can tell, all you need to do is put your name on the list and commit by March 25 for a discount to the big party run! This is no serious person’s race (unless you are a world –class, seeded runner). By the way, last year’s winner, with timing adjustment for gender, was a woman!
Here is our current list:
Dena G
Jeanetta M
Stephanie A
Michele A
Noel Y
Your name belongs here!
The list is growing…Full Bay to Breaker details at bottom of this newsletter.
Week 3 of Training for the Bay to Breakers!
Runners and walkers have a 16 week training schedule that is posted in it’s entirety on www.altbgo.blogspot.com Whether you run this event officially, or just train for it and join in for the fun, it is a great distance for everyone – not too far, not too fast, but hecka fun!!
Bay to Breakers for Walkers
WEEK 3 February 11 – 17, 2008
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 30 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)
SUNDAY Walk 3 miles
Bay to Breakers for Runners
WEEK 3 February 11 – 17, 2008
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 30 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)
SUNDAY Walk/Run 3 miles
Try to run at least 1 minute per 5 minute segment
Home Made Energy Bars
My teenage daughter and my 70 year old uncle both love these energy bars. You can vary the ingredients dramatically and they’re still delicious. Try using raisins or apricots or a combination of dried fruit. Keep the size about equal to a cranberry or raisin when chopping.
Ingredients
1 C rolled oats
1 ½ C almonds, chopped semi-fine
1 ½ C dried cranberries
½ C nonfat dried milk
½ C ground flax seeds
¾ C sugar
2 tsp butter
1 C corn syrup/honey (either one or a combo)
1 ¼ C peanut butter (crunchy or smooth)
Chop almonds. Mix dry and wet ingredients until well-combined. Spread on a flat baking sheet lined with foil or wax paper or roll in balls. Roll balls in chocolate chips for a special addition or press chips on top of flat mixture. Cut into separate portions, wrap with foil, and keep in freezer until your ride.The recipe above costs maybe $5 to make and produces about 30 bars! If you buy energy bars in a store, you are paying at least $1 per bar. Big difference in cost – especially if you’ve got a teenager eating them by the handful. I didn’t do a calorie calculation on these but my guess is it would be very high. That’s what you want in an energy bar – lots of instant energy (fruit and sugars), fats, and protein for a full complement of nutrients.
Here’s one I picked up from the internet. Not tested but sounds healthy…”I've been using this recipe for the past 12 years or so. It's a good alternative to buying energy bars- these are cheap, easy to make, don't melt in hot weather, and actually taste pretty good. You can substitute just about any dried fruit for the figs. Using figs, they're about 180 Kcal per ball (or so I've been told, I'm not a dietician).” Ira Birt, Canada
24 dried figs
1/3 cup honey
4 Tbsp orange juice
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 1/2 cups unbleached flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp baking powder
1 Tbsp canola oil
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
2 egg whites
1 cup oat bran (I use rolled oats)
Instructions: mix figs, honey, OJ and lemon juice in a food processor. Mix all other ingredients separately (except oat bran). Combine 2 mixtures, roll into golf ball sized balls (makes 20-24), coat with oat bran, and bake at 350 deg for 10-15 minutes. Store finished product in the refrigerator or freezer.
Start Training for the See Jane Run Half Marathon and 5K
Yes, now’s the time to get started. Oh, but we can go SLOW in the beginning. We have plenty of time! Here’s your first 2 weeks training. I’ll post the entire schedule soon, I promise!
Intermediate 16-Week Half Marathon Training Plan
Exclusively for the See Jane Run Half Marathon 2008 Race
WEEK 1 February 10 - 17
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Tempo Run – 1 mile easy, 2 miles hard, 1 mile easy
WEDNESDAY Off, XT, or 30-45minutes easy
THURSDAY Tempo Run – 1 mile easy, 2 miles hard, 1 mile easy
FRIDAY 4 miles easy
SATURDAY XT or 45 minutes easy
SUNDAY 45 minutes easy
WEEK 2 February 18 - 24
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Tempo Run – 1 mile easy, 2 miles hard, 1 mile easy
WEDNESDAY Off, XT, or 30-45minutes easy
THURSDAY Tempo Run – 1 mile easy, 2 miles hard, 1 mile easy
FRIDAY 5 miles easy
SATURDAY XT or 45 minutes easy
SUNDAY 50 minutes easy
UPCOMING RACES – Let me know if you are training for any of these
The London Marathon April 13, 2008
www.london-marathon.co.uk
See Training Schedule in ALTBgo.blogspot.com
The Boston Marathon April 21, 2008 http://www.bostonmarathon.org
See Training Schedule in ALTBgo.blogspot.com
The Bay to Breakers/San Francisco May 18, 2008
http://www.ingbaytobreakers.com/main.html
See Training Schedule in ALTBgo.blogspot.com
See Jane Run Women’s Half Marathon & 5K May 31, 2008
http://www.seejanerun.com/t-See-Jane-Run-Half-Marathon-and-5K.aspx
Training schedule almost complete. See first 2 weeks in this week’s Weekly Pep Talk
The San Francisco Half & Full Marathon & 5K August 3, 2008 http://www.runsfm.com/home.html
The Disneyland Half Marathon and 5K August 30/31, 2008 www.disneylandhalfmarathon.com
The Chicago Marathon October 12, 2008 http://www.chicagomarathon.com
The Nike Women’s Half and Full Marathon October 19, 2008
www.nike.com
The New York City Marathon November 2, 2008
www.ingnycmarathon.org
Registration opens January 28, 2008
Bay to Breakers Details: The deadline for registering as a group is the same as for individuals however, early registration ends March 31st, so we would miss out on the cheaper registration fee, which along with the group discount, makes it a pretty good deal. If I’m going to organize the group, I need your commitment by 3/25/08. All I need is your names. Anyone can enter with us. We pay individually. I’ll submit the names that have been given to me; we get a code to use on Active.com. You handle your own registration directly online. That’s that.
I’ll be willing to do the online version for those of you who send me your name. Please read the details and confirm if you want to join. I’ll get the deadline information for submitting our name list.
This does not require that we run together nor are we required to be Ask About Running Club Members. I think anyone can enter through our group as long as they meet the deadline.
DISCOUNTS
Group Size
Discount
25 or more
10%
50 ore more
15%
Online Group Registration
· Group organizer collects the names of everyone in the group and submits the list to ING Bay to Breakers.
· ING Bay to Breakers establishes a special Coupon Code on Active.com
· ING Bay to Breakers provides coupon code to the group organizer so group members can register online using the code. (This coupon code is limited to the exact number of people submitted by the group organizer.)
· If someone has already registered for the race, they are not eligible for the group discount. More info?
ING Bay to Breakers 12K Team www.ingbaytobreakers.com
97th Race: May 18, 2008 Always the Third Sunday in May
Directions for the Weekend Runs
Oakland - Lake Merritt
Meet at 9:00 in front of Children’s Fairyland at 699 Bellevue Ave. Oakland
From San Francisco
Take I-80 E. across Bay Bridge. Merge onto I-580 E toward CA-24/Downtown Oakland/Hayward-Stockton. Take the exit toward Grand Ave. Turn right onto Grand Ave. to Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Left on Bellevue. Park in front of Fairyland.
From Oakland/Berkeley
Get to Grand Avenue and head toward Fairyland at Grand and Bellevue. Turn into Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Park in front of Fairyland.
Toilets
Parking Entry fee $5.00 (free parking is available on Grand Ave. before entrance to Lake Merrit
No water
San Francisco - Ocean Beach – Fulton and Great Hiway
Meet at 1:00 at the north corner of JFK Drive and Great Hiway at the entrance to Golden Gate Park. Park in ocean side parking, across from the Beach Chalet.
From San Jose or the East Bay, get yourself to Fulton Avenue in San Francisco and head west. Fulton dead ends at the beach. Go left on Great Hiway and take a right into the beach parking area across from the Beach Chalet Restaurant.
From Hiway 1, follow the coast to the Great Hiway in San Francisco, near the San Francisco Zoo. Continue north until you pass the Beach Chalet Restaurant on your right (approx 3 miles). Make the first left turn (U-turn) on the Great Hiway and backtrack into the beach parking area across from the restaurant.
Toilets
No Parking Fee
Water in Beach Chalet (downstairs) and random drinking fountains along the routes
Carpooling
Katie lives near the SF CalTrain station in SOMA (4th & King) and doesn’t have a car. Anyone in her area willing to pick her up on Sundays so she can run with our group? Please contact me and I’ll forward her E-mail address. Contact Stephanie@askaboutrunning.com
Willing drivers
Stephanie Atwood, Coach (San Francisco) Stephanie@askaboutrunning.com
Add your name here!
Online Fitness Products that might be of interest:
Go to http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com for a list of products. Always 10% off!
Wow! That’s a lot of stuff to read! As Jeanetta said, “just skim”, it’s OK with me! Have a great week.
I hope to see you Sunday!
Stephanie
If you wish to be removed please E-mail Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com and you will be promptly taken off the mailing list. Thank you!
All Rights Reserved
Copyright ALTB International, Inc
A Running Commentary About Women
Sponsored by Ask About Running
Volume 2, Issue #12
This week is dedicated to Rachel L. (so glad you are in the group!)
Monday, February 11 – Sunday, February 17, 2008
Week 7 in 2008
Send comments to: Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com
Dear Athletes:
If you were not out last weekend enjoying the beautiful Bay Area weather then I hope it is because you live somewhere else! We had the first great weekend of the year! And we needed it.
I want to congratulate those dedicated runners and walkers who have consistently come out to join me on Sundays, rain or shine. Surprisingly, the weather has been pretty darn cooperative for our 1 – 2 hours of exertion on Sundays. Not surprisingly, the San Francisco side of the bay has been a bit more weather-challenging but you hard core athletes like Sarah, Dena, Leti, Sandra R and O, Debra, Sharmaine, Gini, Jeanetta, (and others) have been out there pounding the pavement. You are exceptional women. It’s a privilege to run and walk with you every weekend.
New Members Are Always Welcome – Welcome Rachel!
I am delighted to welcome Rachel L to our group. The 3 mile walk went by so quickly and we had so much to talk about. Thank you for joining us. Now, the big push is for the Bay to Breakers! 7.6 miles and you can do it. I know you can!
Our Sixth Run of 2008 – The Weather Was Fabulous!
Need I say more? Days like we had last Sunday make getting outside an absolutely, priceless benefit of living in the Bay Area. Running along the bayshore in Alameda and along the cliffs, above the ocean, in San Francisco is absolutely breathtaking on a sunny day. We had it all! Good weather, good exercise, great companionship. The only part missing was you if you weren’t there!
Next Sunday’s Locations
Next Sunday we will run at Lake Merritt in Oakland and Ocean Beach in San Francisco.. Remember East Bay runs meet at 9:00 and San Francisco runs will start at 1:00. You may do either or both. Directions are at the bottom of the newsletter.
Train With Us For A Half Or Full Marathon
We’re getting this piece of the program together. You ask, the club tries to comply. I have a couple of volunteers to help me. Anyone else who might want to volunteer to run these longer distances and mark the courses, please contact me. We’ll need you approximately every other weekend so, let me know if you’re interested. Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com
SIGN UP NOW!!
The time is now! Time to start training for the Bay to Breakers or the See Jane Run 5K and Half Marathon. Or…just come out to move!! We’re out there every weekend, walking or running 3 or 6 miles. Join us!!
1 Person/1 Month Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$20 ____$30
Begins first Sunday of each month. Automatic recurring billing only. Must pay by credit card.
1 Person/6 Months Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$110 ____$165 6 months from date of sign-up
1 Person/12 Months Buddy System – 2 women sign up together
____$200 ____$300 12 months Best price!
Your name
Your buddy’s name
Email Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com and you will be billed through PayPal or send a check to ALTB International, Inc., 58 W. Portal #227, San Fran CA 94127 (800) 457-4574
P.S. Drop ins are always welcome any Sunday. The fee is $6.
Talking about the Bay to Breakers
Please remember that our group will qualify for a discount if we have more than 25 names to submit. Full details are at the bottom of this newsletter. I need your names by March 25 for submission to the powers that be. We are not obligated to run together nor do you have to be an official member of the Ask About Running Club. As far as I can tell, all you need to do is put your name on the list and commit by March 25 for a discount to the big party run! This is no serious person’s race (unless you are a world –class, seeded runner). By the way, last year’s winner, with timing adjustment for gender, was a woman!
Here is our current list:
Dena G
Jeanetta M
Stephanie A
Michele A
Noel Y
Your name belongs here!
The list is growing…Full Bay to Breaker details at bottom of this newsletter.
Week 3 of Training for the Bay to Breakers!
Runners and walkers have a 16 week training schedule that is posted in it’s entirety on www.altbgo.blogspot.com Whether you run this event officially, or just train for it and join in for the fun, it is a great distance for everyone – not too far, not too fast, but hecka fun!!
Bay to Breakers for Walkers
WEEK 3 February 11 – 17, 2008
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 30 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)
SUNDAY Walk 3 miles
Bay to Breakers for Runners
WEEK 3 February 11 – 17, 2008
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 30 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)
SUNDAY Walk/Run 3 miles
Try to run at least 1 minute per 5 minute segment
Home Made Energy Bars
My teenage daughter and my 70 year old uncle both love these energy bars. You can vary the ingredients dramatically and they’re still delicious. Try using raisins or apricots or a combination of dried fruit. Keep the size about equal to a cranberry or raisin when chopping.
Ingredients
1 C rolled oats
1 ½ C almonds, chopped semi-fine
1 ½ C dried cranberries
½ C nonfat dried milk
½ C ground flax seeds
¾ C sugar
2 tsp butter
1 C corn syrup/honey (either one or a combo)
1 ¼ C peanut butter (crunchy or smooth)
Chop almonds. Mix dry and wet ingredients until well-combined. Spread on a flat baking sheet lined with foil or wax paper or roll in balls. Roll balls in chocolate chips for a special addition or press chips on top of flat mixture. Cut into separate portions, wrap with foil, and keep in freezer until your ride.The recipe above costs maybe $5 to make and produces about 30 bars! If you buy energy bars in a store, you are paying at least $1 per bar. Big difference in cost – especially if you’ve got a teenager eating them by the handful. I didn’t do a calorie calculation on these but my guess is it would be very high. That’s what you want in an energy bar – lots of instant energy (fruit and sugars), fats, and protein for a full complement of nutrients.
Here’s one I picked up from the internet. Not tested but sounds healthy…”I've been using this recipe for the past 12 years or so. It's a good alternative to buying energy bars- these are cheap, easy to make, don't melt in hot weather, and actually taste pretty good. You can substitute just about any dried fruit for the figs. Using figs, they're about 180 Kcal per ball (or so I've been told, I'm not a dietician).” Ira Birt, Canada
24 dried figs
1/3 cup honey
4 Tbsp orange juice
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 1/2 cups unbleached flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp baking powder
1 Tbsp canola oil
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
2 egg whites
1 cup oat bran (I use rolled oats)
Instructions: mix figs, honey, OJ and lemon juice in a food processor. Mix all other ingredients separately (except oat bran). Combine 2 mixtures, roll into golf ball sized balls (makes 20-24), coat with oat bran, and bake at 350 deg for 10-15 minutes. Store finished product in the refrigerator or freezer.
Start Training for the See Jane Run Half Marathon and 5K
Yes, now’s the time to get started. Oh, but we can go SLOW in the beginning. We have plenty of time! Here’s your first 2 weeks training. I’ll post the entire schedule soon, I promise!
Intermediate 16-Week Half Marathon Training Plan
Exclusively for the See Jane Run Half Marathon 2008 Race
WEEK 1 February 10 - 17
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Tempo Run – 1 mile easy, 2 miles hard, 1 mile easy
WEDNESDAY Off, XT, or 30-45minutes easy
THURSDAY Tempo Run – 1 mile easy, 2 miles hard, 1 mile easy
FRIDAY 4 miles easy
SATURDAY XT or 45 minutes easy
SUNDAY 45 minutes easy
WEEK 2 February 18 - 24
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Tempo Run – 1 mile easy, 2 miles hard, 1 mile easy
WEDNESDAY Off, XT, or 30-45minutes easy
THURSDAY Tempo Run – 1 mile easy, 2 miles hard, 1 mile easy
FRIDAY 5 miles easy
SATURDAY XT or 45 minutes easy
SUNDAY 50 minutes easy
UPCOMING RACES – Let me know if you are training for any of these
The London Marathon April 13, 2008
www.london-marathon.co.uk
See Training Schedule in ALTBgo.blogspot.com
The Boston Marathon April 21, 2008 http://www.bostonmarathon.org
See Training Schedule in ALTBgo.blogspot.com
The Bay to Breakers/San Francisco May 18, 2008
http://www.ingbaytobreakers.com/main.html
See Training Schedule in ALTBgo.blogspot.com
See Jane Run Women’s Half Marathon & 5K May 31, 2008
http://www.seejanerun.com/t-See-Jane-Run-Half-Marathon-and-5K.aspx
Training schedule almost complete. See first 2 weeks in this week’s Weekly Pep Talk
The San Francisco Half & Full Marathon & 5K August 3, 2008 http://www.runsfm.com/home.html
The Disneyland Half Marathon and 5K August 30/31, 2008 www.disneylandhalfmarathon.com
The Chicago Marathon October 12, 2008 http://www.chicagomarathon.com
The Nike Women’s Half and Full Marathon October 19, 2008
www.nike.com
The New York City Marathon November 2, 2008
www.ingnycmarathon.org
Registration opens January 28, 2008
Bay to Breakers Details: The deadline for registering as a group is the same as for individuals however, early registration ends March 31st, so we would miss out on the cheaper registration fee, which along with the group discount, makes it a pretty good deal. If I’m going to organize the group, I need your commitment by 3/25/08. All I need is your names. Anyone can enter with us. We pay individually. I’ll submit the names that have been given to me; we get a code to use on Active.com. You handle your own registration directly online. That’s that.
I’ll be willing to do the online version for those of you who send me your name. Please read the details and confirm if you want to join. I’ll get the deadline information for submitting our name list.
This does not require that we run together nor are we required to be Ask About Running Club Members. I think anyone can enter through our group as long as they meet the deadline.
DISCOUNTS
Group Size
Discount
25 or more
10%
50 ore more
15%
Online Group Registration
· Group organizer collects the names of everyone in the group and submits the list to ING Bay to Breakers.
· ING Bay to Breakers establishes a special Coupon Code on Active.com
· ING Bay to Breakers provides coupon code to the group organizer so group members can register online using the code. (This coupon code is limited to the exact number of people submitted by the group organizer.)
· If someone has already registered for the race, they are not eligible for the group discount. More info?
ING Bay to Breakers 12K Team www.ingbaytobreakers.com
97th Race: May 18, 2008 Always the Third Sunday in May
Directions for the Weekend Runs
Oakland - Lake Merritt
Meet at 9:00 in front of Children’s Fairyland at 699 Bellevue Ave. Oakland
From San Francisco
Take I-80 E. across Bay Bridge. Merge onto I-580 E toward CA-24/Downtown Oakland/Hayward-Stockton. Take the exit toward Grand Ave. Turn right onto Grand Ave. to Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Left on Bellevue. Park in front of Fairyland.
From Oakland/Berkeley
Get to Grand Avenue and head toward Fairyland at Grand and Bellevue. Turn into Bellevue at Children’s Fairyland. Park in front of Fairyland.
Toilets
Parking Entry fee $5.00 (free parking is available on Grand Ave. before entrance to Lake Merrit
No water
San Francisco - Ocean Beach – Fulton and Great Hiway
Meet at 1:00 at the north corner of JFK Drive and Great Hiway at the entrance to Golden Gate Park. Park in ocean side parking, across from the Beach Chalet.
From San Jose or the East Bay, get yourself to Fulton Avenue in San Francisco and head west. Fulton dead ends at the beach. Go left on Great Hiway and take a right into the beach parking area across from the Beach Chalet Restaurant.
From Hiway 1, follow the coast to the Great Hiway in San Francisco, near the San Francisco Zoo. Continue north until you pass the Beach Chalet Restaurant on your right (approx 3 miles). Make the first left turn (U-turn) on the Great Hiway and backtrack into the beach parking area across from the restaurant.
Toilets
No Parking Fee
Water in Beach Chalet (downstairs) and random drinking fountains along the routes
Carpooling
Katie lives near the SF CalTrain station in SOMA (4th & King) and doesn’t have a car. Anyone in her area willing to pick her up on Sundays so she can run with our group? Please contact me and I’ll forward her E-mail address. Contact Stephanie@askaboutrunning.com
Willing drivers
Stephanie Atwood, Coach (San Francisco) Stephanie@askaboutrunning.com
Add your name here!
Online Fitness Products that might be of interest:
Go to http://www.altbgo.blogspot.com for a list of products. Always 10% off!
Wow! That’s a lot of stuff to read! As Jeanetta said, “just skim”, it’s OK with me! Have a great week.
I hope to see you Sunday!
Stephanie
If you wish to be removed please E-mail Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com and you will be promptly taken off the mailing list. Thank you!
All Rights Reserved
Copyright ALTB International, Inc
Friday, February 8, 2008
Join Our Women's Running and Walking Group
You are cordially invited to join the Ask About Running Team! We are a group of women who believe in walking or running for fitness and fun! We are in the San Francisco Bay Area. Every week we run or walk 3 or 6 miles.
We also have a marathon and half marathon training group for beginners through experienced runners. NO FUNDRAISING INVOLVED! Please contact Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com or pick up an application at http://www.askaboutrunning.com/ and join us!
We also have a marathon and half marathon training group for beginners through experienced runners. NO FUNDRAISING INVOLVED! Please contact Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com or pick up an application at http://www.askaboutrunning.com/ and join us!
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Online Purchases Always 10% Off
These products are related to women and fitness but do not come with a personal recommendation. They sound interesting and may be beneficial. Do your research and, when you buy, thank you! You will always receive a 10% rebate from Ask About Running on every purchase.
Advanced Circuit Training
Fat Loss Program For Women Advanced Circuit Training Fat Loss Program For Women That Can Be Done At Home Or At The Gym http://altbgo.grrlathlte.hop.clickbank.net/
The Busy Person's Fitness Solution http://altbgo.kevingiann.hop.clickbank.net/
The Fit Chic
A Full Year Of 10 Minute Fit Chic Fat Loss Express Workouts With Powerful Weight Loss Motivation For Women http://altbgo.goose123.hop.clickbank.net/
How To Run A Marathon Within Six Months
Run A Marathon Within Six Months And Lose Over 47 Pounds Without Being On A Diet, Weight Loss, Exercise, Running E-book http://altbgo.edb80.hop.clickbank.net/?tid=ASAS
Iron Dolls – Female Body Building Science - http://altbgo.irondoll.hop.clickbank.net/
Nordic Walking Step by Step
The First English Language Book Published On The Subject Of Nordic Walking http://altbgo.walk4life.hop.clickbank.net/
Personal Power for Women 6 Week Online Course http://altbgo.glowkat.hop.clickbank.net/
The Stubborn Seven Pounds - http://altbgo.joshgarage.hop.clickbank.net/
Advanced Circuit Training
Fat Loss Program For Women Advanced Circuit Training Fat Loss Program For Women That Can Be Done At Home Or At The Gym http://altbgo.grrlathlte.hop.clickbank.net/
The Busy Person's Fitness Solution http://altbgo.kevingiann.hop.clickbank.net/
The Fit Chic
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#11 The Weekly Pep Talk - February 4 - 10, 2008
The Weekly Pep Talk
A Running Commentary
Sponsored by Ask About Running
Volume 2, Issue #11
This week is dedicated to Dena G. (Stay healthy and happy lady, you’ve got lots of runs ahead!)
Monday, February 4 – Sunday, February 10, 2008
Week 6 in 2008
Send comments to: Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com
Dear Readers:
Those of you who participated in the Kaiser Half Marathon or 5K yesterday deserve a medal just for dealing with the weather. GOOD JOB LADIES! Please send your race reports. They’re always so gratifying to read. I know who you are and I am waiting…please? Also, Congratulations to all of you!
Recovering from Major Exertion
A running friend of mine named Rebecca wrote some wonderful comments about the aftermath of a major physical effort like running a half marathon. I wanted to share some of her ideas because these issues seem to occur for many women/athletes.
Your body produces a lot of toxic by-products when working hard. Besides having sore muscles you may have a headache, too. It takes a few days for your system to flush out the toxins. This is why keeping up your water intake is important. Doing some very light exercise is also good.
Do a light, easy swim, walk or bike ride. You will help direct fresh blood into your muscles and get the gunk out of them. Of course you have earned a rest. Be easy on yourself! You need time to recover. Even if you feel like pushing hard, hold back. Give that wonderful body of yours a rest. It worked hard for you!!
Another common thing that happens a few days after a race is the post-race blues. This doesn’t happen to everyone but to quite a few. This is also totally normal. It will pass as your body reaches full recovery.
“What helps my post race blues is signing up for another event!”
Thanks Rebecca!
Week 2 of Training for the Bay to Breakers!
Runners and walkers have a 16 week training schedule that started last week. Whether you run this event officially, or just train for it and join in for the fun, it is a great distance for everyone – not too far, not too fast, but hecka fun!!
Walkers
WEEK 2 February 4 – 10, 2008 Notes
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 20 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)**
SUNDAY Walk 3 miles
WEEK 3 February 11 – 17, 2008 Notes
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 30 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)**
SUNDAY Walk 3 miles
Runners
WEEK 2 February 4 – 10, 2008 Notes
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 20 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)**
SUNDAY Walk/Run 3 miles
Try to run at least 1 minute per 5 minute segment
WEEK 3 February 11 – 17, 2008 Notes
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 30 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)**
SUNDAY Walk/Run 3 miles
Try to run at least 1 minute per 5 minute segment
Register as a Group for the Bay to Breakers?
Update 2/4/08 I haven’t heard from anyone yet. No problem. It is not important to enter as a group however, it is cheaper! So, if you’re interested let me know and I’ll make a list of names to see if we qualify. Full details at bottom of this newsletter.
Carpooling - I encourage it!
If anyone is interested in going to the East Bay with me (from San Fran) I am happy to drive. I can pick you up almost anywhere in SF. See bottom of newsletter for carpool list.
Next Week Start Training for the See Jane Run Half Marathon and 5K
Can you believe that the See Jane Run Half Marathon is only 16 weeks away? Next week I’ll have a training schedule ready for all of you who want to participate, in the half marathon or the 5K.Our FifthRun of 2008 – The Weather Continues to be an “Issue”
We missed several of our team mates because they were running the Kaiser Half and 5 K in San Francisco. But, the runners and walkers who showed up at Point Isabel were in for a treat. That is a gorgeous route! We were fortunate to miss the rain and instead were given an incredible view of sun on both bridges and the bay. It was truly spectacular! We’ll definitely run there again so you’ll all get a chance to experience a beautiful area.
Now, San Francisco cooperated just long enough for us to finish a 3.5 mile jog out to Fort Point and back. And then it poured…but we were spared!
NEXT SUNDAY’S LOCATIONS
Next Sunday we will run at Robert Crown Memorial Park in Alameda and at Land’s End in San Francisco. Remember East Bay runs meet at 9:00 and San Francisco runs will start at 1:00. You may do either or both.
Send me your stories, comments, and questions about life and running. My E-mail is Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com. If you haven’t already joined the yahoo group, please go to AskStephanieAboutSports@yahoogroups.com and join. This group site sends updates and houses the weekly calendar for the running club. It also has archives of all past publications and allows for “safe chatting” with other members.
The Sunday walking/running program meets on Sunday, February 10, 2008 in the East Bay and San Francisco. Meeting sites for this week are:
East Bay – Alameda
Robert Crown Memorial State Beach – Alameda, 8th Street & Otis,
Meet at 9:00 at Park Entrance at 8th Street and Otis
Map www.ebparks.org/files/EBRPD_files/brochure/crown_map.pdf
From San Francisco
80/Bay Bridge towards Oakland, Exit 880 South towards San Jose and Alameda, Take 2nd exit on Broadway/Alameda, Turn right at end of exit onto 5th. Follow signs, Travel through 1 light, then bear right towards Broadway/Alameda. Stay on 5th. Follow signs. Travel through 5 lights, then follow sign for a soft left to Alameda (less than 1 mile). Left on Central (continue to follow rte 61, Turn right on 8th (continue to follow rte 61, Turn right at Otis into Crown Memorial State Beach
From Berkeley
980 W towards downtown Oakland, 880 South, exit toward Jackson Street, travel 1 mile, Left on Jackson Street (you are looping around to get into the tunnel), Left on 8th Street, Left on Webster, Go thru tunnel, Follow route 61/Webster Street through Alameda (less than 1 mile), Left on Central, Right on 8th, Turn right at Otis into Crown Memorial State Beach
From San Jose:
880 North, Exit Davis Street, turn left on Davis at end of exit, Right on Doolittle Drive, Stay on Doolittle for 3.6 miles, Stay right to go over the Bay Farm Island Bridge, Stay on Otis for 2 miles
Cross 8th Street to head directly into Crown Memorial State Beach.
Toilets
Parking Entry fee $5.00 (free parking is available on side streets)
Water (in bathrooms, not confirmed if potable)
San Francisco
Land’s End at Point Lobos
Meet at 1:00 in the parking lot at Merrie Way and Point Lobos Ave.
From San Jose or the East Bay, get yourself to Fulton Avenue in San Francisco and head west. Fulton dead ends at the beach. Go right on Great Hiway . This turns in to Point Lobos. Just past Cliff House, look for Merrie Way. Go left into the parking lot. Meet at the far end of the parking lot near the beginning of the trail.
From Hiway 1, follow the coast to the Great Hiway in San Francisco, near the San Francisco Zoo. Continue north until you go past the Cliff House to Merrie Way. Go left into the parking lot. Meet at the far end of the lot near the beginning of the trail
No Toilets
No Parking Fee
No amenities
Have a good one! See you Sunday!
Stephanie Atwood
P.S. Please check out the blog http://altbgo.blogspot.com/ and the website http://www.askaboutrunning.com/ I’d love to hear your comments!
Bay to Breakers Details:
The deadline for registering as a group is the same as for individuals however, early registration ends March 31st, so we would miss out on the cheaper registration fee, which along with the group discount, makes it a pretty good deal. If I’m going to organize the group, I need your commitment by 3/25/08. All I need is your names. Anyone can enter with us. We pay individually. I’ll submit the names that have been given to me; we get a code to use on Active.com. You handle your own registration directly online. That’s that.
I’ll be willing to do the online version for those of you who send me your name. Please read the details and confirm if you want to join. I’ll get the deadline information for submitting our name list.
This does not require that we run together nor are we required to be Ask About Running Club Members. I think anyone can enter through our group as long as they meet the deadline.
DISCOUNTS
Group Size
Discount
25 or more
10%
50 ore more
15%
Online Group Registration
· Group organizer collects the names of everyone in the group and submits the list to ING Bay to Breakers.
· ING Bay to Breakers establishes a special Coupon Code on Active.com
· ING Bay to Breakers provides coupon code to the group organizer so group members can register online using the code. (This coupon code is limited to the exact number of people submitted by the group organizer.)
· If someone has already registered for the race, they are not eligible for the group discount. More info?
ING Bay to Breakers 12K Team www.ingbaytobreakers.com
97th Race: May 18, 2008 Always the Third Sunday in May
Carpooling
Katie lives near the SF CalTrain station in SOMA (4th & King) and doesn’t have a car. Anyone in her area willing to pick her up on Sundays so she can run with our group? Please contact me and I’ll forward her E-mail address. Contact Stephanie@askaboutrunning.com
Willing drivers
Stephanie Atwood, Coach (San Francisco) Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com
Add your name here!
If you wish to be removed please E-mail Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com and you will be promptly taken off the mailing list. Thank you!
All Rights Reserved
Copyright ALTB International, Inc
A Running Commentary
Sponsored by Ask About Running
Volume 2, Issue #11
This week is dedicated to Dena G. (Stay healthy and happy lady, you’ve got lots of runs ahead!)
Monday, February 4 – Sunday, February 10, 2008
Week 6 in 2008
Send comments to: Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com
Dear Readers:
Those of you who participated in the Kaiser Half Marathon or 5K yesterday deserve a medal just for dealing with the weather. GOOD JOB LADIES! Please send your race reports. They’re always so gratifying to read. I know who you are and I am waiting…please? Also, Congratulations to all of you!
Recovering from Major Exertion
A running friend of mine named Rebecca wrote some wonderful comments about the aftermath of a major physical effort like running a half marathon. I wanted to share some of her ideas because these issues seem to occur for many women/athletes.
Your body produces a lot of toxic by-products when working hard. Besides having sore muscles you may have a headache, too. It takes a few days for your system to flush out the toxins. This is why keeping up your water intake is important. Doing some very light exercise is also good.
Do a light, easy swim, walk or bike ride. You will help direct fresh blood into your muscles and get the gunk out of them. Of course you have earned a rest. Be easy on yourself! You need time to recover. Even if you feel like pushing hard, hold back. Give that wonderful body of yours a rest. It worked hard for you!!
Another common thing that happens a few days after a race is the post-race blues. This doesn’t happen to everyone but to quite a few. This is also totally normal. It will pass as your body reaches full recovery.
“What helps my post race blues is signing up for another event!”
Thanks Rebecca!
Week 2 of Training for the Bay to Breakers!
Runners and walkers have a 16 week training schedule that started last week. Whether you run this event officially, or just train for it and join in for the fun, it is a great distance for everyone – not too far, not too fast, but hecka fun!!
Walkers
WEEK 2 February 4 – 10, 2008 Notes
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 20 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)**
SUNDAY Walk 3 miles
WEEK 3 February 11 – 17, 2008 Notes
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 30 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)**
SUNDAY Walk 3 miles
Runners
WEEK 2 February 4 – 10, 2008 Notes
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 20 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)**
SUNDAY Walk/Run 3 miles
Try to run at least 1 minute per 5 minute segment
WEEK 3 February 11 – 17, 2008 Notes
MONDAY REST
TUESDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
WEDNESDAY Walk briskly for 30 minutes
THURSDAY REST
FRIDAY Walk/Run for 20 minutes
SATURDAY REST or X-train (up to 60 minutes)**
SUNDAY Walk/Run 3 miles
Try to run at least 1 minute per 5 minute segment
Register as a Group for the Bay to Breakers?
Update 2/4/08 I haven’t heard from anyone yet. No problem. It is not important to enter as a group however, it is cheaper! So, if you’re interested let me know and I’ll make a list of names to see if we qualify. Full details at bottom of this newsletter.
Carpooling - I encourage it!
If anyone is interested in going to the East Bay with me (from San Fran) I am happy to drive. I can pick you up almost anywhere in SF. See bottom of newsletter for carpool list.
Next Week Start Training for the See Jane Run Half Marathon and 5K
Can you believe that the See Jane Run Half Marathon is only 16 weeks away? Next week I’ll have a training schedule ready for all of you who want to participate, in the half marathon or the 5K.Our FifthRun of 2008 – The Weather Continues to be an “Issue”
We missed several of our team mates because they were running the Kaiser Half and 5 K in San Francisco. But, the runners and walkers who showed up at Point Isabel were in for a treat. That is a gorgeous route! We were fortunate to miss the rain and instead were given an incredible view of sun on both bridges and the bay. It was truly spectacular! We’ll definitely run there again so you’ll all get a chance to experience a beautiful area.
Now, San Francisco cooperated just long enough for us to finish a 3.5 mile jog out to Fort Point and back. And then it poured…but we were spared!
NEXT SUNDAY’S LOCATIONS
Next Sunday we will run at Robert Crown Memorial Park in Alameda and at Land’s End in San Francisco. Remember East Bay runs meet at 9:00 and San Francisco runs will start at 1:00. You may do either or both.
Send me your stories, comments, and questions about life and running. My E-mail is Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com. If you haven’t already joined the yahoo group, please go to AskStephanieAboutSports@yahoogroups.com and join. This group site sends updates and houses the weekly calendar for the running club. It also has archives of all past publications and allows for “safe chatting” with other members.
The Sunday walking/running program meets on Sunday, February 10, 2008 in the East Bay and San Francisco. Meeting sites for this week are:
East Bay – Alameda
Robert Crown Memorial State Beach – Alameda, 8th Street & Otis,
Meet at 9:00 at Park Entrance at 8th Street and Otis
Map www.ebparks.org/files/EBRPD_files/brochure/crown_map.pdf
From San Francisco
80/Bay Bridge towards Oakland, Exit 880 South towards San Jose and Alameda, Take 2nd exit on Broadway/Alameda, Turn right at end of exit onto 5th. Follow signs, Travel through 1 light, then bear right towards Broadway/Alameda. Stay on 5th. Follow signs. Travel through 5 lights, then follow sign for a soft left to Alameda (less than 1 mile). Left on Central (continue to follow rte 61, Turn right on 8th (continue to follow rte 61, Turn right at Otis into Crown Memorial State Beach
From Berkeley
980 W towards downtown Oakland, 880 South, exit toward Jackson Street, travel 1 mile, Left on Jackson Street (you are looping around to get into the tunnel), Left on 8th Street, Left on Webster, Go thru tunnel, Follow route 61/Webster Street through Alameda (less than 1 mile), Left on Central, Right on 8th, Turn right at Otis into Crown Memorial State Beach
From San Jose:
880 North, Exit Davis Street, turn left on Davis at end of exit, Right on Doolittle Drive, Stay on Doolittle for 3.6 miles, Stay right to go over the Bay Farm Island Bridge, Stay on Otis for 2 miles
Cross 8th Street to head directly into Crown Memorial State Beach.
Toilets
Parking Entry fee $5.00 (free parking is available on side streets)
Water (in bathrooms, not confirmed if potable)
San Francisco
Land’s End at Point Lobos
Meet at 1:00 in the parking lot at Merrie Way and Point Lobos Ave.
From San Jose or the East Bay, get yourself to Fulton Avenue in San Francisco and head west. Fulton dead ends at the beach. Go right on Great Hiway . This turns in to Point Lobos. Just past Cliff House, look for Merrie Way. Go left into the parking lot. Meet at the far end of the parking lot near the beginning of the trail.
From Hiway 1, follow the coast to the Great Hiway in San Francisco, near the San Francisco Zoo. Continue north until you go past the Cliff House to Merrie Way. Go left into the parking lot. Meet at the far end of the lot near the beginning of the trail
No Toilets
No Parking Fee
No amenities
Have a good one! See you Sunday!
Stephanie Atwood
P.S. Please check out the blog http://altbgo.blogspot.com/ and the website http://www.askaboutrunning.com/ I’d love to hear your comments!
Bay to Breakers Details:
The deadline for registering as a group is the same as for individuals however, early registration ends March 31st, so we would miss out on the cheaper registration fee, which along with the group discount, makes it a pretty good deal. If I’m going to organize the group, I need your commitment by 3/25/08. All I need is your names. Anyone can enter with us. We pay individually. I’ll submit the names that have been given to me; we get a code to use on Active.com. You handle your own registration directly online. That’s that.
I’ll be willing to do the online version for those of you who send me your name. Please read the details and confirm if you want to join. I’ll get the deadline information for submitting our name list.
This does not require that we run together nor are we required to be Ask About Running Club Members. I think anyone can enter through our group as long as they meet the deadline.
DISCOUNTS
Group Size
Discount
25 or more
10%
50 ore more
15%
Online Group Registration
· Group organizer collects the names of everyone in the group and submits the list to ING Bay to Breakers.
· ING Bay to Breakers establishes a special Coupon Code on Active.com
· ING Bay to Breakers provides coupon code to the group organizer so group members can register online using the code. (This coupon code is limited to the exact number of people submitted by the group organizer.)
· If someone has already registered for the race, they are not eligible for the group discount. More info?
ING Bay to Breakers 12K Team www.ingbaytobreakers.com
97th Race: May 18, 2008 Always the Third Sunday in May
Carpooling
Katie lives near the SF CalTrain station in SOMA (4th & King) and doesn’t have a car. Anyone in her area willing to pick her up on Sundays so she can run with our group? Please contact me and I’ll forward her E-mail address. Contact Stephanie@askaboutrunning.com
Willing drivers
Stephanie Atwood, Coach (San Francisco) Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com
Add your name here!
If you wish to be removed please E-mail Stephanie@AskAboutRunning.com and you will be promptly taken off the mailing list. Thank you!
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