Dear Athletes!
You know fall is here when you break out the tights, gloves and hats! My dog Aussie seems to thrive in the low 40's and I really think it makes the training easier once you get warmed up a little!
Lots of updates below so read away:
1. The Mile High United Way Turkey Trot 4 Mile on November 22nd will GIVE EVERY participant an IPICO Sportag™ to tie to their shoe and wear in the event! You will be able to pick up your bib number, your t-shirt, and the scoring tag when registration opens up in the stores in November. If you sign up online, it'll be given to you on event morning! The Sportag™ will be yours to keep as a souvenir and may have some fun features to it, so don't throw it away!
2. The BKB Holiday 5K Race Series rolls out with 4 races in Denver's Washington Park starting on October 31st, to benefit the Prostate Cancer Educational Council. All four events will be part of the Sanofi Aventis PACE Race Series and we're excited to announce that Runner's Roost Denver will be our presenting sponsor. Each event will feature a long-sleeved technical shirt and fun awards thanks to the Roost!
3. Want to test yourself over a mile? Check out the American Lung Association's Run the 'Rocks on Sunday October 14th.
4. Visit the Denver Marathon Expo on Friday and Saturday, October 12 and 13, and find out the latest course changes for the May 18, 2008 Post-News Colorado Colfax Marathon, Half Marathon and 5 Person Relay!
5. We're helping out with the first National Runner Survey Project being conducted by Running USA and the Road Runners Club of America. How many years has the average runner been running in Colorado? What are the top 3 factors that runners use for selecting a race? What percentage of US runners have college degrees? The results will give us a more accurate snapshot of runners and walkers from all over the country. Your anonymous responses will help us plan, market and build the sport both locally and nationally. Up to now the running community has had to rely on organizations outside of the sport to define ‘runners’ and the result was not very representative. Our website of the month, listed below, takes you to this survey. Feel free to skip over questions that you don’t like or don’t have time for. Whatever sections you complete will be used.
6. Sally Edward's Heartzones National Conference: Sally Edwards, one of the most respected people in the health and fitness industry (prolific author and speaker who has changed so many lives moving them from the couch to a healthy and active lifestyle) will be having her annual conference at University of Denver in November. Check out the link and consider attending!
7. Brad Cooper, CEO of US Corporate Wellness and our "Wellness Wizard", provides a look below at keeping a journal. Read the latest edition of the Wellness Wizard and don't forget the Workshop on October 10th. If you'd like to attend at a big BKB discount, email Brad for information.
See you on the roads!
Creigh
Website of the Month: National Runner Survey
Run the 'Rocks - October 14
What’s your uphill mile time?!!
If you want a challenge, the Kaiser Permanente Run the ‘Rocks is the perfect event for you!
This event is an amazing uphill workout. You will begin walking or running on park roads and will finish by climbing the famous amphitheatre stairs! Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind event with a concert afterwards! For more information, visit www.runtherocks.org. Proceeds will benefit the American Lung Association of Colorado and help support activities with lung health, asthma, research and clean air.
8th Annual Scream Scram 5k, Nordic Walk, and 100m Spooky Sneak- October 26
Date: Friday, October 26, 2007 6:00 PM The Scream Scram will
be held, rain or shine!
Location: Washington Park
Fees: $23 Adults ($27 race day), $15 children age 12 and under
and seniors age 60 and older ($19 race day)
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Race Day Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. and
ends at 5:55 p.m. on the diagonal road in
Washington Park.
Details: Runners, walkers and dogs will be scramming in costume at
the 8th Annual Scream Scram, a 5K
Halloween Run/Walk,
100M Spooky Sneak for Kids and Nordic Walking event to benefit the National
Multiple Sclerosis Society. The 100M Spooky Sneak for Kids will begin
at exactly 6:00 PM and the 5K Run/Walk will take place approximately 10 min.
after. Please arrive early. If you aren’t a runner, try Denver’s first-ever
Exel Nordic Walking event. Free rental poles and training class begins at 5
p.m. on raceday at the starting line (quantities limited,
first-come/first-serve).
What You Get:
Prizes will be awarded for runners and best costumes. Bring along your
little ones too. They'll love the 100M Spooky Sneak where every finisher
gets a bag of treats. Costumes encouraged for everyone, but not required.
Participants will receive a free t-shirt, Halloween candy, refreshments and
food, and will have a chance to win prizes.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society: The race benefits the Colorado
Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Please visit
www.nationalmssocity.org/coc for more
information.
Scream Agency: Scream Agency, a Denver-based advertising and PR
agency that works with several outdoor and high-tech accounts, created the
Scream Scram in order to raise money for a cause and encourage outdoor
activities. For more information visit
www.screamagency.com.
Red Thread Run 5k - November 3
Denver City Park, Celebrating Adoption
Domestic, International, Kinship, Foster/Adoptions & National Adoption Month
Presented by AAC Adoption & Family Network, Inc.
Any and All Red Thread Run proceeds to be donated in the name of Red Thread Run to International and Domestic adoption grant programs throughout the adoption community.
If you have been touched by adoption this is the event for you ~~~~~~~~~~~
Littleton Stride 10k and 5k - November 4
Littleton Stride
10K Run, 5K Run, 5K Walk, 1K Fun Run
Sunday, November 4, 2007
Join us for the 12th annual Littleton Stride on Sunday, November 4, 2007. Something for everyone – 10K run, 5K run, 5K walk, and a 1K family fun run. The event will be held at beautiful Ketring Park in Littleton . Runners and walkers of all ages share in the fun. The proceeds from this event support the Littleton Public Schools Foundation grant programs. Call 303-347-3479 for more information, or register online at www.getmeregistered.com/LittletonStride
TTTS Race for Hope 5k - November 11
The
TTTS Race for Hope, presented by Littleton and Parker Adventist Hospitals,
is a premier national series that raises awareness about fetal syndromes,
such as Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, and distresses with proceeds
benefiting the Fetal Hope Foundation. The TTTS RFH (Race for Hope)
encompasses health, fights against obesity in both adults and our children,
as well as most importantly highlights awareness for and the hope that
exists for expecting parents who have been diagnosed with a fetal syndrome.
Come join over 1,000 participants in the largest event in the national series that includes:
5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run
NOMOTC Family Festival, games, jumping castles, face painting
Wonderful food, beverages, Michelob Ultra's beer garden, and great samples
Prizes to top finishers, and $$$$ worth of other prizes
Course entertainment and Celebrity autographs
Stroller, Twins, and Team competitive divisions
COME FOR AN EXPERIENCE, LEAVE WITH A MEMORY! Go to www.TTTSRaceforHope.org and register today!
Improved Performance & Rapid Recovery
A.C.T.
– the new sports performance and recovery drink that is stirring up the
athletic community! The drink works at a cellular level to enable increased performance and endurance, supports rapid recovery, and is easy on the
stomach and the wallet! No crashing or fatigue problems. A slow steady
energy supply, just the best for endurance sports!
Read what runner Lorraine Hardaway from Florida has to say about A.C.T.: “Using A.C.T., I am amazed at the energy I have for my training runs and especially my races. I was drinking water or Gatorade previously before a race or workout and I can tell a big difference in my energy level. The biggest difference I feel is in endurance. Usually after an hour or so I get tired and the last two long races I finished with almost as much energy as when I started. My recovery has also been better than before I used A.C.T.” Lorraine has just improved her half marathon PR by 12 minutes after using A.C.T. for just one month!
* Special offer for BKB subscribers: Get a free sample and a coupon good for 10 additional free drinks when you place your first order – a $15 value – free! http://sportsrecoverydrink.com/freesample
Active at Altitude host
Womens' Running Weekend Oct 5 - 7
Active at Altitude and Trail Runner have combined to create a women's
running weekend. Come and enjoy a weekend away from it all in a beautiful
and relaxing environment, enabling you to focus on training, learning and
having fun! Spaces are limited to 15, so make sure you reserve your place by
booking early! The weekend is for women runners who can already run 8 - 10
miles at 10 minute per mile pace or faster and want to boost their fitness
in a fun, social atmosphere. Rates are from $223 per person sharing. For
further information contact Terry Chiplin at Active at Altitude -
terry@activeataltitude.com
or call 970 586 4432.
The Wellness Wizard
Why Journal?
Last month we mentioned journalizing as a valuable tool. But why? What difference does it make whether you record your daily workouts or not? Well, I'm glad you asked. Here are a few reasons worth a second look:
· Those who don't know history are... Yup! You guessed it. One of the most valuable aspects of a journal is to be able to go back and review the previous week, month or season. Take a look at what worked (and what didn't). You just had the best race of the year - so what did you do leading up to it in reference to rest, speed work, and mileage? On the other end of the spectrum, you can see what didn't work when your race falls apart before your eyes.
· Injury Prevention - As a Physical Therapist, it's usually (90% of the time) pretty straight-forward as to why other people get injured. But, of course, it never makes sense when I get injured! However, a cursory review of my journal usually clears the fog and helps decrease the chances of making the same mistake the next time around.
· Change Agent - It's easy to get into a rut of running the same routes, same workouts and same schedules week after week. The simple process of journalizing naturally nudges you toward identifying weekly goals based on the previous week's workouts and upcoming week's events.
· Bonus Points - You know the old saying about a tree falling in the forest and nobody hearing it? Well, if a runner puts in 8 miles but doesn't write it down or mention it to anyone, did it really actually happen? Believe it or not, your co-worker, spouse, friends, kids, etc aren't really all that excited about that 7 mile run with 3 x 4 minute hill fartleks you put in this morning. But your journal is ALWAYS interested. The simple act of recording the day extends that pleasure just a little bit longer.
Be Well... and Do Good!
If you'd like to attend the Oct 10th workshop to
learn the how, what and why at a big BKB Ltd discount, email us for
information.
www.EmployeeWellnessWorkshop.com
Brad Cooper, MSPT, ATC
Direct Line: 303 521 1570
Nationwide: 800 910 9425
BCooper@USCorporateWellness.com
www.USCorporateWellness.com