Permission has been granted and a special project is in the works! Below is the slide show of last night's 'action'!
Friday, August 13, 2010
Great Night... Formal Wear
You people look so dang good in formal! Well, most of you!
Permission has been granted and a special project is in the works! Below is the slide show of last night's 'action'!
Permission has been granted and a special project is in the works! Below is the slide show of last night's 'action'!
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Routes are Up!
The routes for Thursday's Team R.E.D. are now posted along the right hand side. We'll be heading out and back on the flat and enjoyable Douglas Trail. This gives you a lot of opportunity to adjust your route... to longer or shorter. Details to this week's R.E.D. are in the post below!
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Long past due congrats to many R.E.D. members who participated in races this past week. It was a busy one. It all started Saturday, at a surprisingly humid Douglas Trail Run, which completed with a solid dose of rain!
Running the 2 mile were Amber & Adam Aslakson, as well as Matt Schrader. Matt went on to win the event! Nice work Hurricane! (with his Watermelon award below).
The 11 mile was loaded with R.E.D. as well. Congrats to Andy Hemenway, Renee Saxman (age group winner!), Dave Duncan, Roger Heil, Sonja Kranz, Lana Lappi and Matt "Hurricane" Schrader. Matt pulled a double, after finishing the 2 mile, he set off on the 11 mile, with Jim Mason along his side on bike.
On Sunday, another bunch of R.E.D. took to the roads of Red Wing. That was a brutally warm morning.. At 8:15am it was already 73 degrees and 88% humidity!
Running strong in the 5K was Tom Woo, (age group winner)! Tom also captured several race pics, with many of our members. You can view them at the following link. http://sports.webshots.com/album/578342640jwSgui
Tackling the half marathon and running very well, were Andy & Tracy Becker, Sara Ryan (this weeks R.E.D. hostess!), Jim Li, Tod Bellrichard & Steve Gastfield. Way to get it done, especially in those conidtions!
I sure hope I didn't miss anyone!
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Long past due congrats to many R.E.D. members who participated in races this past week. It was a busy one. It all started Saturday, at a surprisingly humid Douglas Trail Run, which completed with a solid dose of rain!
Running the 2 mile were Amber & Adam Aslakson, as well as Matt Schrader. Matt went on to win the event! Nice work Hurricane! (with his Watermelon award below).
The 11 mile was loaded with R.E.D. as well. Congrats to Andy Hemenway, Renee Saxman (age group winner!), Dave Duncan, Roger Heil, Sonja Kranz, Lana Lappi and Matt "Hurricane" Schrader. Matt pulled a double, after finishing the 2 mile, he set off on the 11 mile, with Jim Mason along his side on bike.
On Sunday, another bunch of R.E.D. took to the roads of Red Wing. That was a brutally warm morning.. At 8:15am it was already 73 degrees and 88% humidity!
Running strong in the 5K was Tom Woo, (age group winner)! Tom also captured several race pics, with many of our members. You can view them at the following link. http://sports.webshots.com/album/578342640jwSgui
Tackling the half marathon and running very well, were Andy & Tracy Becker, Sara Ryan (this weeks R.E.D. hostess!), Jim Li, Tod Bellrichard & Steve Gastfield. Way to get it done, especially in those conidtions!
I sure hope I didn't miss anyone!
Thursday - Formal Night!
Should be a great time this Thursday at 6pm. Hosted by Sara & Joe Ryan.. thanks so much for hosting! Routes will vary in distance, and pace will too.. come join us for the fun!
The Ryans live at 5236 Middlebrook Dr. NW. in Rochester. Post run, they are kindly providing the main dish and sodas. Please bring a dish to pass, a lawn chair, your choice of fermented beverage, and your positive energy! The theme (optional) is Formal Wear.. this should be fun! We'll vote on Best Dressed and award the winner, a Bears Den Gift Card!
Here's a pic of our host family following the Red Wing races... picture courtesy of Tom Woo.
The Ryans live at 5236 Middlebrook Dr. NW. in Rochester. Post run, they are kindly providing the main dish and sodas. Please bring a dish to pass, a lawn chair, your choice of fermented beverage, and your positive energy! The theme (optional) is Formal Wear.. this should be fun! We'll vote on Best Dressed and award the winner, a Bears Den Gift Card!
Here's a pic of our host family following the Red Wing races... picture courtesy of Tom Woo.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
RSVP - Byron Walkability!
There's a great opportunity to show support, and influence the future of Bryon's Bike/Walking paths. Please consider join the workshop this coming Monday 8/16. Registration is required by Wednesday 8/11... sign up now!
Here are the details...
We’d like to formally invite you to attend an Active Living Workshop in Byron. This workshop is part of an effort to make our community more pedestrian and bicycle friendly. The workshop is made possible through our partnership with the Statewide Health Improvement Program (SHIP) and presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota.
We invite you to participate in this workshop on August 16, 2010 from 5:30 pm until 9:00 pm. The workshop will be held at City Hall located at 680 Byron Main Ct. We believe you can help us develop realistic strategies to make our community a safe and pleasant place to walk and bike to destinations such as school, businesses and recreational facilities, thereby improving the health of our residents.
At the workshop, we will learn more about successful pedestrian/bicyclist design, safety, education, enforcement, and encouragement. We will relate these concepts specifically to the community by studying a walking area during the workshop. A walking audit in this area will help us understand and identify obstacles to walking and biking and suggest potential short-term and long-term solutions. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the weather that day (rain or shine!). A healthy meal will be served during the workshop.
We hope you will be able to participate in this important opportunity. The registration deadline is August 11th. There are three ways to register:
· Go online to: http//:byronactiveliving.eventbrite.com
· Email: mix.laura@co.olmsted.mn.us
· Or call Laura Mix at 507-328-7482
Here are the details...
We’d like to formally invite you to attend an Active Living Workshop in Byron. This workshop is part of an effort to make our community more pedestrian and bicycle friendly. The workshop is made possible through our partnership with the Statewide Health Improvement Program (SHIP) and presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota.
We invite you to participate in this workshop on August 16, 2010 from 5:30 pm until 9:00 pm. The workshop will be held at City Hall located at 680 Byron Main Ct. We believe you can help us develop realistic strategies to make our community a safe and pleasant place to walk and bike to destinations such as school, businesses and recreational facilities, thereby improving the health of our residents.
At the workshop, we will learn more about successful pedestrian/bicyclist design, safety, education, enforcement, and encouragement. We will relate these concepts specifically to the community by studying a walking area during the workshop. A walking audit in this area will help us understand and identify obstacles to walking and biking and suggest potential short-term and long-term solutions. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the weather that day (rain or shine!). A healthy meal will be served during the workshop.
We hope you will be able to participate in this important opportunity. The registration deadline is August 11th. There are three ways to register:
· Go online to: http//:byronactiveliving.eventbrite.com
· Email: mix.laura@co.olmsted.mn.us
· Or call Laura Mix at 507-328-7482
Monday, August 9, 2010
Lots to talk!
However.. time has not yet permitted... come back for:
Links to recent Team RED runners results
Link to how to help Byron Walkability
Info on the upcoming Formal Night
Links to recent Team RED runners results
Link to how to help Byron Walkability
Info on the upcoming Formal Night
Friday, August 6, 2010
As seems to be the norm...
A very fun night at Team R.E.D. last night! Always great to see so many out on the streets... We'll start with a few pics, and at the end of the post you'll find a slide show.
The first series is dedicated to our newest members. Welcome to Lori, Elaine and Dave! It'll be wonderful having them on baord.. great fun!
Next up.... our Bears Den gift card winners. Hurricane is snake bitten in this game, he get's so close, then get's hammered! Hat's off to top Rock Paper Scissors winner Amber and to runner up Ann. Nice work ladies!
Next... our man Jim Li recently visited China. He took his picture, proudly displaying his Team R.E.D. colors in Tiananmen Square at city center, in company by police vehicles and plain clothes police! Jim will receive a Bears Den gift card for bravery!
Jim reported the pollution was very very bad. We often hear about it, but here is a pic from apartment he stayed at while visiting family.
Reminder! Next Thursday, Aug 12th... we'll be at the home of Sara & Joe Ryan with a theme of Formal Night! Thanks so much for hosting... we're really looking forward to it! More details, including routes will follow early next week.
The first series is dedicated to our newest members. Welcome to Lori, Elaine and Dave! It'll be wonderful having them on baord.. great fun!
Next up.... our Bears Den gift card winners. Hurricane is snake bitten in this game, he get's so close, then get's hammered! Hat's off to top Rock Paper Scissors winner Amber and to runner up Ann. Nice work ladies!
Next... our man Jim Li recently visited China. He took his picture, proudly displaying his Team R.E.D. colors in Tiananmen Square at city center, in company by police vehicles and plain clothes police! Jim will receive a Bears Den gift card for bravery!
Jim reported the pollution was very very bad. We often hear about it, but here is a pic from apartment he stayed at while visiting family.
Reminder! Next Thursday, Aug 12th... we'll be at the home of Sara & Joe Ryan with a theme of Formal Night! Thanks so much for hosting... we're really looking forward to it! More details, including routes will follow early next week.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Thursdays Routes are up....
Check out the routes for Thursday on the right hand side of the blog. We'll meet Thursday at the Bears Den at 6pm.. get out on our feet, and return to our seat!
Below is our R.E.D. schedule for the next couple months.....
We had 5 of us out early this morning for a Progressive run. It's quite the fun workout! Pictured below are Joe, Paul, Tod & Renee. Most people are reasonably chipper at 5:30am.. however Melby didn't look so good.
Tuesday evening I had the opportunity to Run with Mr. Parry. Jim Parry is a teacher from Stewartville, and he has a passion to help the YMCA's Strong Kids Campaign. He ran for 17 consecutive hours, on a treadmill! During that time he logged 67.5 miles and raised over $1550! I spent about 30 minutes running along side him at the Y, before joining Mike and Joe at Solidiers Field for some hill work, while, Woo, Melby, Renee, Roger & Jim Li burned up the track.. Additionally, we spotted Randy and Jim Mason on bikes (they were both just coasting when I saw them).
Here is a link to a KAAL story on his efforts. http://kaaltv.com/article/stories/S1681506.shtml?cat=0
Additionally you can still contribute if you are so inclined. https://docs.google.com/document/edit?id=16NHtSqZhi8PvKO_7tGcaYeInOYeiP5NQ-GNfGsAZxls&hl=en#
I'm hearing a lot of Team R.E.D. members will be in Red Wing this weekend for a Half Marathon and 5K... others will be running the Douglas Trail 11 & 2 miler... good luck to all of you!
Below is our R.E.D. schedule for the next couple months.....
- August 5th - Bears Den
- August 12th - Sara & Joe Ryan
- August 19th - Bears Den
- August 26th - Adam & Jill Walters
- Sept 2nd --Bears Den
- Sept 9th - KP & Rachel Hammer
- Sept 16th - Bears Den
- Sept 23rd - Tod & Meg Bellrichard
- Oct 14th & Oct 28th
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We had 5 of us out early this morning for a Progressive run. It's quite the fun workout! Pictured below are Joe, Paul, Tod & Renee. Most people are reasonably chipper at 5:30am.. however Melby didn't look so good.
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Tuesday evening I had the opportunity to Run with Mr. Parry. Jim Parry is a teacher from Stewartville, and he has a passion to help the YMCA's Strong Kids Campaign. He ran for 17 consecutive hours, on a treadmill! During that time he logged 67.5 miles and raised over $1550! I spent about 30 minutes running along side him at the Y, before joining Mike and Joe at Solidiers Field for some hill work, while, Woo, Melby, Renee, Roger & Jim Li burned up the track.. Additionally, we spotted Randy and Jim Mason on bikes (they were both just coasting when I saw them).
Here is a link to a KAAL story on his efforts. http://kaaltv.com/article/stories/S1681506.shtml?cat=0
Additionally you can still contribute if you are so inclined. https://docs.google.com/document/edit?id=16NHtSqZhi8PvKO_7tGcaYeInOYeiP5NQ-GNfGsAZxls&hl=en#
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I'm hearing a lot of Team R.E.D. members will be in Red Wing this weekend for a Half Marathon and 5K... others will be running the Douglas Trail 11 & 2 miler... good luck to all of you!
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
5:30am from my house!
I failed to mention the start time of the Progressive run.. it's 5:30am.. from 805 1st Ave NW on Wednesday morning.. like soon.. coming right up, if you're reading this and interested, get to sleep and show up!
We'll head west toward Kasson, mostly, sort of flat... and come back... if all is well!
We'll head west toward Kasson, mostly, sort of flat... and come back... if all is well!
Team R.E.D. Represent!
R.E.D. member Chelsie sported her Team R.E.D. shirt while riding Ragbrai. By the looks of it, they must have biked so hard and competitively, they were too tired to actually get inside the tent.
Monday, August 2, 2010
Options
Tuesday with Mr. Parry: I'll be running on a treadmill next to Jim Parry on Tuesday from 4:45-5;15PM.... Mr Parry is conducting an Endurance Challenge of running 17 consecutive hours at the YMCA to raise funds for the Y's Strong Kid's Campaign. You can visit any time from 5am to 10pm to give him some positive energy, or to contribute to the fund raising efforts. If you're in the area, while I'm on the treadmill, you can come heckle me! You can also learn more about the Challenge and how to contribute at http://mrparrysendurancechallenge.blogspot.com/
Tuesday Hill/Track Work: A group has been meeting consistently for hills and or track work. Most start at either 5 or 5:30pm... they park at the Soldiers Field Memorial parking lot, and off they go! I'm planning to join for some hills, post treadmill run.
Wednesday Progressive Run: This run is a confidence builder with some good tempo... we start at my place, 805 1st Ave NW in Byron... and head out at a 10/min mile pace.. each mile we increase pace. You can run this progression until you feel you have reached a max... so.. the mile pace per minute is scheduled as follows... 10:00/9:00/8:30/8:00/7;30/7:00;6:30.. and finish with a 1/2 mile cooldown for a total workout of 7.5 miles. If at any point you feel you can't reach the scheduled pace, you can focus and hold on the current pace as long as you can to the completion of the workout.
Thursday from the Bears Den: We're back to the Bears Den for this weeks Team R.E.D this Thursday at 6pm.. Routes will post by Wednesday, and as is the norm, will be a variety of options up to 6ish miles..
Saturday morning Douglas Trail Run: 11 & 2 mile races -- 8am... They start and finish in Douglas at the parking lot next to the bike trail. A flat fast course!
Saturday morning marathon & half marathon training: The full marathoners are scheduled for 15 miles, I would anticipate the half to be approx 8 miles. This kicks off at the RAC at 7am.
Tuesday Hill/Track Work: A group has been meeting consistently for hills and or track work. Most start at either 5 or 5:30pm... they park at the Soldiers Field Memorial parking lot, and off they go! I'm planning to join for some hills, post treadmill run.
Wednesday Progressive Run: This run is a confidence builder with some good tempo... we start at my place, 805 1st Ave NW in Byron... and head out at a 10/min mile pace.. each mile we increase pace. You can run this progression until you feel you have reached a max... so.. the mile pace per minute is scheduled as follows... 10:00/9:00/8:30/8:00/7;30/7:00;6:30.. and finish with a 1/2 mile cooldown for a total workout of 7.5 miles. If at any point you feel you can't reach the scheduled pace, you can focus and hold on the current pace as long as you can to the completion of the workout.
Thursday from the Bears Den: We're back to the Bears Den for this weeks Team R.E.D this Thursday at 6pm.. Routes will post by Wednesday, and as is the norm, will be a variety of options up to 6ish miles..
Saturday morning Douglas Trail Run: 11 & 2 mile races -- 8am... They start and finish in Douglas at the parking lot next to the bike trail. A flat fast course!
Saturday morning marathon & half marathon training: The full marathoners are scheduled for 15 miles, I would anticipate the half to be approx 8 miles. This kicks off at the RAC at 7am.
Oxbow Hike
The Nepstads & O'Leary's got out Sunday evening for a hike at Oxbow. This was my first time participating in quite some time. That's one solid workout! The group plans to continue to meet on Sunday's and hike, as long as the weather permits (even discussion of hiking through the winter). Be sure to watch the blog for times and meeting locations... and join when you can!
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Tuesday, August 3rd, I have the opportunity to join Mr. (Jim) Parry on his Endurance Challenge. Mr. Parry will be running on a treadmill from 5am to 10pm at the YMCA. It's in an effort to raise money for the Y's Strong Kid's campaign. I'll be running on the treadmill next to him from 4:45pm to 5:15pm. If you are in the neighborhood, stop in and say hi!...
You can learn more, or learn how to contribute by visiting the following link, or you could make a contribution in person by stopping by the Y during this challenge, or dropping off your donation with me and I'll take it along during my 30 minute stint on the treadmill: http://mrparrysendurancechallenge.blogspot.com/
Jim Mason's weekly trail run group is planning to Hit the Y at 6:15pm Tuesday in support of Mr. Parry as well! If you can join them.. please do! You can keep track of the Tuesday Trail group by visiting http://chesterwoodstrailrun.blogspot.com/
I fully suspect there will be a Hill/Track workout Tuesday evening as well. I'll post those details as I learn them. I'm also suspecting we'll do a Wednesday morning Progressive run, those details will following as well.
My Thanks to the Nepstads for finding my camera at the Oxbow parking lot! I had apparently set it up the side of my truck, and drove away.. they found it and returned it, in working order... whew!
Tuesday, August 3rd, I have the opportunity to join Mr. (Jim) Parry on his Endurance Challenge. Mr. Parry will be running on a treadmill from 5am to 10pm at the YMCA. It's in an effort to raise money for the Y's Strong Kid's campaign. I'll be running on the treadmill next to him from 4:45pm to 5:15pm. If you are in the neighborhood, stop in and say hi!...
You can learn more, or learn how to contribute by visiting the following link, or you could make a contribution in person by stopping by the Y during this challenge, or dropping off your donation with me and I'll take it along during my 30 minute stint on the treadmill: http://mrparrysendurancechallenge.blogspot.com/
Jim Mason's weekly trail run group is planning to Hit the Y at 6:15pm Tuesday in support of Mr. Parry as well! If you can join them.. please do! You can keep track of the Tuesday Trail group by visiting http://chesterwoodstrailrun.blogspot.com/
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I fully suspect there will be a Hill/Track workout Tuesday evening as well. I'll post those details as I learn them. I'm also suspecting we'll do a Wednesday morning Progressive run, those details will following as well.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Team R.E.D. Spotted
Many Team R.E.D. members were spotted this weekend. The slideshow below shows those seen at the Saturday morning long run. There were others sighted at the Hairball Concert in Byron on Saturday night, but no pictures, because as you know, 'what happens at Hairball concerts, stays at hairball concerts'.
Not pictured here (but she did attend the post long run breakfast) is Renee Saxman. Hats off to her. She finished 3rd overall at the Women's Race Saturday! She set a PR along the way! Way to go Renee!
Additionally, I'll post pics from the Sunday evening Oxbow hike, as soon as I find my camera! Yikes! I don't know where it went...
Not pictured here (but she did attend the post long run breakfast) is Renee Saxman. Hats off to her. She finished 3rd overall at the Women's Race Saturday! She set a PR along the way! Way to go Renee!
Additionally, I'll post pics from the Sunday evening Oxbow hike, as soon as I find my camera! Yikes! I don't know where it went...
Friday, July 30, 2010
Tropical Night with Friends
It was a great night to be outside for Team R.E.D. Tropical night at the O'Leary's.
The long route got quite a few comments from "That was tough!" to "That's a great route!" The Middle route runners encountered a few dogs, luckily they were not aggressive (the dogs, not the runners!). The short route walkers were the first to return for a well deserved cocktail!
The evening was fun. Thanks to all who could make it, and congrats to the winners of the 4 Bears Den Gift cards!
I've divided the slide shows below into three segments. Too many pics for one show. (I don't have any pictures of the Wheel Barrel race, however, I suspect at some point it could show up on Renee's blog at ramblinrenee.blogspot.com
The long route got quite a few comments from "That was tough!" to "That's a great route!" The Middle route runners encountered a few dogs, luckily they were not aggressive (the dogs, not the runners!). The short route walkers were the first to return for a well deserved cocktail!
The evening was fun. Thanks to all who could make it, and congrats to the winners of the 4 Bears Den Gift cards!
I've divided the slide shows below into three segments. Too many pics for one show. (I don't have any pictures of the Wheel Barrel race, however, I suspect at some point it could show up on Renee's blog at ramblinrenee.blogspot.com
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Routes are up!
Looking forward to seeing many of you Thursday 7/29 at the O'Leary's place for Team R.E.D. this week. Address is 805 1st Ave NW in Byron. The routes of 2.7 to 6.2 miles are posted on the right hand side of the blog.
Should be a fun night, with a Tropical Theme... think tropical as you choose what to wear... or just come as you are... everything is optional.
Kabobs, beer and a tropical drink are awaiting your arrival. Welcome to the island.. Let's have some fun!
Should be a fun night, with a Tropical Theme... think tropical as you choose what to wear... or just come as you are... everything is optional.
Kabobs, beer and a tropical drink are awaiting your arrival. Welcome to the island.. Let's have some fun!
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Weather Smeather
While it may have been warm, a whole lot of people got together for hills, track and/or biking tonight. We did get casually, politely accused of being idiots! Which, by the way, I get. It was not the greatest night for a hard workout... but.. hey... we had each other! That's one thing that struck me tonight. It's highly unlikely any of us work that hard, in those conditions, without each other. For that, I am very grateful! You all rock!
My camera was tucked away by the time we ran into Randy, Andy and Erin... so you won't find them in the slide show.. but I think I captured the rest of the crazy people! One "guest star" is KP! He, along with Rachel have been traveling, having a trip of a lifetime, and I'm looking forward to hearing about it this Thursday at Team R.E.D.
My camera was tucked away by the time we ran into Randy, Andy and Erin... so you won't find them in the slide show.. but I think I captured the rest of the crazy people! One "guest star" is KP! He, along with Rachel have been traveling, having a trip of a lifetime, and I'm looking forward to hearing about it this Thursday at Team R.E.D.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Homes Host Update
I'll start with a quick update in regards to home hosts.... the summer dates are flying past! The O'Leary's are next up.. come one come all! Our address is 805 1st Ave NW in Byron. We'll kick things off at 6pm this Thursday.
(note, we'll keep accepting home hosts as long as people want to host!)
July 29th <<--- Wendy & Tom O'Leary
August 12th <<--- Sara & Joe Ryan
August 26th <<--- Adam & Jill Walters
Sept 9th
Sept 23rd <<-- Tod & Meg Bellrichard
Oct 14th
Oct 28th
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Some of the upcoming themes...
Western -Cowboy/Cowgirl
Ugliest Race Shirt
Celebrity Look A Like
Gilligans Island
Hippies
Decade - 40's/50's/60s/70's/80s'
Gangster
Vegas - Casino
Karaoke
Cartoon Character
Lady Gaga
Routes for Thursday should be available for viewing Tuesday.
(note, we'll keep accepting home hosts as long as people want to host!)
July 29th <<--- Wendy & Tom O'Leary
August 12th <<--- Sara & Joe Ryan
August 26th <<--- Adam & Jill Walters
Sept 9th
Sept 23rd <<-- Tod & Meg Bellrichard
Oct 14th
Oct 28th
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Some of the upcoming themes...
- Tropical Night
- Formal Wear
- Inappropriate Shirt
Western -Cowboy/Cowgirl
Ugliest Race Shirt
Celebrity Look A Like
Gilligans Island
Hippies
Decade - 40's/50's/60s/70's/80s'
Gangster
Vegas - Casino
Karaoke
Cartoon Character
Lady Gaga
Routes for Thursday should be available for viewing Tuesday.
Trash Pickup
Hey all.. there are a lot of workouts going on the next day or so, yet there is other work to be done as well. If you're available and so inclined, please consider helping the Rochester Track Club with trash pickup around Soldiers Field. Details from Jean Murray are below.
There is an RTC Trash Pick-up planned for tomorrow night (Tuesday) 5:30pm. Meet in the small parking lot right across from Snappy Stop (on Broadway). You can contact Jean Murray at murray.jean@mayo.edu if you're available to attend.
Thanks for your consideration!
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Theme Notes & Sunday Review
Before we roll into Sunday's update, I'd like to give you a heads up that Thursday, July 29, is a home hosted night. The Theme has been selected as "Tropical". Details will follow in a reminder email on Monday - that note should capture several opportunities for Tuesday, Wednesday and of course, Thursday. (Are you not on our Team R.E.D. distribution list but would like to be? Please drop me a note at byron.teamred@gmail.com and I'll be sure to add you!)
If you've got a workout planned and would like people to join you, please let me know, and I'll include it in the list of Opportunities.
A couple other upcoming Theme's include "Formal Wear" and "Inappropriate Shirt" night! These should also be very fun! I plan to publish a list of what's been done, what's to come, and what has been suggested as possible ideas. (just haven't gotten that done yet!)
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A couple small groups got out for an enjoyable Sunday afternoon. Below, you'll see Mike, Aaron, Tod, Wendy, Meg & Ann taking on a hike at Oxbow Park. Wendy reported that while it was warm, the shade at Oxbow made for great hiking conditions!
Additionally, Bri, Tom O' and Tom W. met at Soldiers Field for quite a workout. We warmed, up, dialed in some speed work, then rolled over to the local hills, for some repeats. All combined, we reached 10 miles. Not a bad Sunday afternoon!
Congrats are due to Tom Woo... he ran yet another fantastic 5K! Completing the Lumberjack 5K in Stillwater in 18:03. The guy can fly!
If you've got a workout planned and would like people to join you, please let me know, and I'll include it in the list of Opportunities.
A couple other upcoming Theme's include "Formal Wear" and "Inappropriate Shirt" night! These should also be very fun! I plan to publish a list of what's been done, what's to come, and what has been suggested as possible ideas. (just haven't gotten that done yet!)
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A couple small groups got out for an enjoyable Sunday afternoon. Below, you'll see Mike, Aaron, Tod, Wendy, Meg & Ann taking on a hike at Oxbow Park. Wendy reported that while it was warm, the shade at Oxbow made for great hiking conditions!
Additionally, Bri, Tom O' and Tom W. met at Soldiers Field for quite a workout. We warmed, up, dialed in some speed work, then rolled over to the local hills, for some repeats. All combined, we reached 10 miles. Not a bad Sunday afternoon!
Congrats are due to Tom Woo... he ran yet another fantastic 5K! Completing the Lumberjack 5K in Stillwater in 18:03. The guy can fly!
Favorite Sports Team Night
As promised, here is the slide show from the evening with the Francks, feature favorite sports teams!
Many people sported their favorite colors, so that was a lot of fun... but the top, all out gear wear, has to go to Tod with his Byron Bears Football jersey, and shoulder pads! Looking good Tod!
Many people sported their favorite colors, so that was a lot of fun... but the top, all out gear wear, has to go to Tod with his Byron Bears Football jersey, and shoulder pads! Looking good Tod!
Friday, July 23, 2010
Fun at the Francks!
Another great turnout for Team R.E.D. It was a hot one with the sun blazing! People went anywhere from 2.5 to 6.3 miles (a few started early and front loaded another 3.5 miles).
My weekend is pretty full, so it could be a day or two before the slideshow becomes available, but for now, I've added a couple snap shots. Additionally, below the pics, I've added a few weekend opportunities for your consideration.
The first two pics demonstrate the fact, Larry does all the work, while Emily sits back and enjoys her life of rest and relaxation.
This next pic is Tod, Adam and Annette having their way with the Byron Bear. Yes... Tod has some pretty broad shoulders (I think he's been working out!)
As mentioned above.. a slide show will follow in the coming days.
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Saturday Morning 7am: Full & Half Marathon Training Long runs from the RAC in Rochester. The marathon training route is 16 miles and can be seen by clicking on the the Running Rochester link. The half marathon training is likely in the range of 8 miles.
Sunday Afternoon 3pm: Track & Hills. Starting at 3pm at the track at Soldiers Field, for approx 3 miles of speed + recovery on the track. Then head over to the hills for some additional punshiment.
Sunday Afternoon 4pm: Trail hike. Starting at 4pm from the 3rd Bridge at Oxbow park. What a great place to go hike and enjoy what Oxbow has to offer.
My weekend is pretty full, so it could be a day or two before the slideshow becomes available, but for now, I've added a couple snap shots. Additionally, below the pics, I've added a few weekend opportunities for your consideration.
The first two pics demonstrate the fact, Larry does all the work, while Emily sits back and enjoys her life of rest and relaxation.
This next pic is Tod, Adam and Annette having their way with the Byron Bear. Yes... Tod has some pretty broad shoulders (I think he's been working out!)
As mentioned above.. a slide show will follow in the coming days.
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Saturday Morning 7am: Full & Half Marathon Training Long runs from the RAC in Rochester. The marathon training route is 16 miles and can be seen by clicking on the the Running Rochester link. The half marathon training is likely in the range of 8 miles.
Sunday Afternoon 3pm: Track & Hills. Starting at 3pm at the track at Soldiers Field, for approx 3 miles of speed + recovery on the track. Then head over to the hills for some additional punshiment.
Sunday Afternoon 4pm: Trail hike. Starting at 4pm from the 3rd Bridge at Oxbow park. What a great place to go hike and enjoy what Oxbow has to offer.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Rain or Shine
We're still on for tonight! Meeting at Emily and Larry Franck's place:
6pm --- 615 7th Ave NE in Byron.
6pm --- 615 7th Ave NE in Byron.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Routes are up for Thursday!
This Thursday's Team R.E.D. is home hosted by Emily and Larry Franck... Thanks so much for having us over! The Francks live at 615 7th Ave NE in Byron. Bring your own beverages (and a lawn chair).. a dish is welcome as well, as they are grilling dogs, hamburgers and pork patties
Theme: Favorite sports team... pro, college, high school or pee wee! Wear something you're proud of! Mary & Dave Silhasek will probably be sporting Gopher gear... you know how they are.
We'll kick off at 6pm with the route talk, then hit the road! I realize it's a pretty big gap in routes, to go from 2.5 to 4.7... so to let you know, you can easily shorten the 4.7 to 4 mile by simply skipping the loop around the High School (turn around after you pat the bear on the backside). We'll chat about those type of options before we get rolling.
Theme: Favorite sports team... pro, college, high school or pee wee! Wear something you're proud of! Mary & Dave Silhasek will probably be sporting Gopher gear... you know how they are.
We'll kick off at 6pm with the route talk, then hit the road! I realize it's a pretty big gap in routes, to go from 2.5 to 4.7... so to let you know, you can easily shorten the 4.7 to 4 mile by simply skipping the loop around the High School (turn around after you pat the bear on the backside). We'll chat about those type of options before we get rolling.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Good Neighbor Day Slideshow
It was a great morning for a run (tad warm, but great fun!) Team R.E.D. was out in force... and we sure had a good time (as well as some good times!)
P.R.'s that I'm aware of include both Tod Bellrichard and Sara Ryan. Way to go you two! Non Team R.E.D. member (but my son), also had a P.R. and finished 2nd overall. The pic below is courtesy of Sam Ellis, Thanks Sam! -- several of his pics are included in the slide show below as well.
After competing in the race, Team R.E.D.'s Paul and Annette later fell into a trap, and were surprised with a 25th Wedding Anniversary party thrown by their daughter Cassie. Nothing say love, like cake in the face!
... and of course, it wouldn't be right if Cassie didn't pay the price for setting this party up.
P.R.'s that I'm aware of include both Tod Bellrichard and Sara Ryan. Way to go you two! Non Team R.E.D. member (but my son), also had a P.R. and finished 2nd overall. The pic below is courtesy of Sam Ellis, Thanks Sam! -- several of his pics are included in the slide show below as well.
After competing in the race, Team R.E.D.'s Paul and Annette later fell into a trap, and were surprised with a 25th Wedding Anniversary party thrown by their daughter Cassie. Nothing say love, like cake in the face!
... and of course, it wouldn't be right if Cassie didn't pay the price for setting this party up.
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