Another fun week ahead!

Here it is... after the week's schedule.. check out a bunch of Donut Run pics provided by Tom W.   Thanks for helping us with the photography Tom, it's always appreciated ! 

• Monday 6pm:  The Monday Maniacs head to WildWood Bar & Grill.  They'll head out on the mayowood trail... a loop is close to 6 miles.. but some choose to run out and back, to make a shorter run of it.  Do what you like, but always stay post run for the fun! 
• Tuesday 6pm:  The Trail Trotters are heading to Camp Victory!  See the details from Mase on the bullet below.
• We'll meet at Shop Ko North at 6:00 and caravan/carpool up to CV. We should be running by 6:30.  The trails are nice and packed down from the recent Eco- Tri.  We might have to have a beer at Mac's afterwards :)
• Wednesday 5:30pm:  The plan is still being negotiated.  There might be a tempo/interval run on the Douglas Trail ... or there might be a hill workout starting at Soldiers Field.  Either one will make you stronger, check back for details.
• Thursday 5:45pm:   Note the early start time!    Team R.E.D. is joining with the Rochester Track club for the evening at the annual picnic at the  Historical Society in Rochester.   We'll go for a walk or run starting at 5:45pm, and join the festivities when we return!   It's a pot luck. Bring your own Beverage of choice.    See the note from the track club website in the bullet below.
• The RTC will provide tableware and water/soda. Bring a dish to share. You are welcome to bring your own favorite adult beverage also.
  Plan on eating around 6:30ish after the run
  Plan on having a Fantastic time in this 1st ever joint venture

I posted a few of my favorite pics from the donut run below.... the Thunder Mug was a nice addition for the start, thanks to Dan L for providing it, and Mike for making it go boom! 

Smiles at the start... Cross country kids in the lead early, but they are clearly being eyeballed by the team red runners behind them.  

Adam gets rolling while Sarah and Dawn follow his lead

Dave punishing a kid... toying with him

Active PT crew surround Sarah and her friend Emily.  In the black, I sKim.. in the multi color is Heather and with his back to us is Brian.



Amy entering finish times.. Thanks!

I read it on facebook... Tom really is this funny!  with Travis and Peg

Judy still cleaning up after that last donut stop... sarah with a giggle going on.

Byron Girls Cross Country (some of them)....   Taking the race seriously!

Shane corners with his eye on the donuts!

Elaine to the rescue with more donuts!

Lana with kids in tow!  She's a veteran that this event!

Paul and Mike... we're going to need more donuts!

Steve claiming to have eaten 10 donuts?  Lies..!  

What a great night for the event!

Sarah and Emily getting creative with the food...

Ragnar!

Best wishes for a super fun Ragnar event for all Team R.E.D. members taking part... facebook is filling with pictures and excitement!    Enjoy!

 

 

See the previous post if you're wondering what's up for Saturday... lots of stuff is up! 

Great Success!

The Donut Run was a fantastic success!  Team R.E.D. represented well in many categories, including Top Overall Finisher!  

Congrats to Mark Squire for winning the donut run by running 2.5 miles in 23:07 while eating 5 donuts for an adjusted donut time of 18:37!    Mark also invited 4 people... and 3 of them won age group awards! 

Many pictures will be coming soon.. my favorite so far is below... Esme Rocked the Donut Run!  As always Tom Woo captures some great shots!  Thanks Tom! 

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• Tonight 6pm:  Team R.E.D. is at the Bears Den in Byron.   Always fun to run from the Den!  We'll have routes of 3, 4 or 6 miles... and celebrate Jenny's Birthday..   She's one tough mudder!

• Saturday 7am:   the marathon training run takes off from the RAC for a wonderful 20 miler!  There are options for anyone training for a half marathon as well.  You can find the route at http://runningrochester.blogspot.com 
• Saturday Races:  There are several race options for Saturday as well... check out http://rochestertrackclub.com/ for details on all of them.
• Plainview -  Corn of the Cob Days 5K
• Spring Valley - Ag Days 6K and Little Husker 1K
• Rochester Silver Lake Park - Run for the Children 5K
• Additionally, there's a Color Vibe run that is not listed on the track club page, but details can be found at http://www.thecolorvibe.com/rochester_mn.php

Fun Times!

Monday Maniacs was another great event!  An award winning event in fact!   Elaine received the first ever Elaine "Everything" Eide award for her fantastic half marathon at Grandmas!  She not only PR'd but hammered her goal time... way to go Elaine!

Ann and Gwen did a great job pulling the award together, and making it special from an award standpoint and presentation!  That's fantastic!  Great teammates!  

--- Pictures are not properly uploading to the site tonight, so expect to see some soon! ---

Hey.. not sure if I mentioned, but Wednesday night at 6pm.. we'd love to see you at the Byron middle school for the Donut Run!  This run supports the teams annual training trip.. we are very excited about the season as we have the largest girls team we've had since I've been part of this team!  

It's super affordable.. just 10 bucks for high school students and younger.  15 bucks for the rest of you.  Unlimited donuts, great music, awesome fun, hotdogs (because what's 5 donuts without a hotdog chaser)   Come and enjoy!  

Gonna Be A Great Week!

Monday 6pm:  Join us at the Douglas Trail parking lot in Douglas on 75th Ave NW. We will head out on the Douglas Trail for a beautiful run/walk for 3-4-6 miles. After the fitness we will head on overto the famous Douglas Saloon and Social Club for some fun and laughs.  
Tuesday 6pm:  We can meet at Walmart South Parking lot at 6:00PM and caravan out to the farm.
We'll run about 4ish miles on some really neat private property. Yvonne discovered that her neighbor had some awesome trails mowed through the woods on his property and he is nice enough to let us do some exploring.   If weather permits we may take a dip in Yvonne's pool after the run :)
Wednesday 6pm:   Come to the Byron  Middle School and participate in the Donut Run!  This is a 2.5 mile event.... and you can eat, unlimited donuts!   It's a fundraiser for the Byron Cross Country team... so if can't make the donut run (shucks).. consider connecting with Tom O'Leary as he'll accept donations.   The team uses this as the primary fundraiser for the annual team building training trip. 
Thursday 6pm:  Team R.E.D. is at the Bears Den in Byron... and it's Team R.E.D. member Jenny Meyer's Birthday!   Routes will be 3, 4 and 6 miles.. then of course, plenty of post run/walk fun!  

Thanks for Hosting!

Thanks to Emily and Larry for hosting a great night at their place!  The deck is built for a party, for sure!  

Just a couple quick notes, as I'll be away from the computer for a couple days..

Monday Maniacs is in Douglas at 6pm Aug 12th... Mr. Paul Thomford is making an appearance, should be fun!  

Tuesday trail information will follow yet this weekend...

Don't forget about the Donut Run on Wednesday... you can find a story about the run at http://www.olmstedcountyjournal.com/single.php?article_id=3422   It's written by a team red member!    registration forms can be found on the www.rochestertrackclub.com  

Thursday is Upon Us!

Thursday at 6pm... Team RED is hosted by Emily & Larry at their home!  Very awesome to be invited... and looking forward to running some country roads!   I'm reposting some of the information so it's easy to find.. Check out the details below..

Emily and Larry can be found at 901 70th Ave SW Byron.  (don't get fooled on this address, as it's actually southeast of Byron, but west of Rochester).     Check out this link to bing maps.. as it shows their home located between Rochester & Byron and a bit south of Hwy 14     http://www.bing.com/maps/default.aspx?v=2&pc=FACEBK&mid=8100&rtp=adr.%7Epos.44.009039_-92.578492_901+70th+Avenue+Southwest++Byron%2C+Minnesota+55920_901+70th+Avenue+Southwest++Byron%2C+Minnesota+55920&cp=44.009039%7E-92.578492&lvl=16&sty=r&rtop=0%7E0%7E0%7E&mode=D&FORM=FBKPL1&mkt=en-US

• Wear something that represents your sports allegiance, whether it be a pro team, college team, high school team or what ever  you see has a fun thing.. Ramsey.. a fun thing, does not include some of the things you are currently thinking.

• The Franck's will provide Sloppy Joe's, and water. If you wish, please bring a salad or snack to share, and BYOB of choice. Also bring a lawn chair.
  Routes will be 3 to 7 miles, with the first 1mile or 1.5 will be on gravel, and the last 1 or 1.5 will be on gravel.
  Please park on the road as newly planted grass seed has been planted along the drive way, so no parking on the grass!!! Thanks!

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A couple notes on the week as it's progressed...   

Wednesday's speed session was on the Douglas Trail - about 10-12 runners took part, and it was a great workout.   If you're looking to move the feet... I suggest taking part in either a session like this, or the track workouts when they are available.  They may seem tough, but with others around, it's far more achievable! 

• 1 mile warm up.
• 12 repeats of point-2 miles with point 05 recovery (that's not very far, about 200 feet!)
• 1 mile cool down followed by....
• 3 mile tempo run
• 1 mile cool down.. crazy but good! 

Tuesday's Trail Run was yet another fantastic turnout... with Mark giving quite a history lesson!  Everyone I chatted with found the night to be fantastic!  (some pictures are included below).

Monday's Maniac group got out in downtown Rochester and really enjoyed the night.  We met at Dooley's but that joint was packed when we got back, so we shifted to the Tap House to enjoy the roof (which was under construction!)   The Tap House is a great place none the less, and choices of beer are fantastic!

Check out the trail run pics below (I lifted them from Mason)... wow.. I'm jealous as I missed this one!  Not every run comes with a tour guide, but when it does.. that's great!  

The group!

Overlooking the original quarry

There is some running involved

Body Storage area near cemetray

Cave Entrance

Mark knows this space!

  

Here comes the week ahead!

• Monday 6pm - The Monday Maniacs kick off another great week.. this time starting and finishing at Dooley's in Downtown Rochester.  We'll have a route talk outside of Dooleys, head out for a run or walk... and come back to enjoy the patio!
• Tuesday 6:15pm - Here's the plan for Tuesday, a fun night for sure! 
• Quarry Hill has an extremely interesting history. All of the property surrounding the park was once a State Hospital.  Mark Mueller does a fantastic job of leading us around the park explaining a bunch of historical landmarks.  Meet at the west parking lot at 6:15 and be prepared to have a great time
• Wednesday 5:30pm - Interval - Tempo on the Douglas Trail!  - This will be a "fun" challenging workout to make sure you're ready for race day.  Meet at the trail head in Rochester, located on Valley High (next to IBM). 
• Thursday 6pm - Team R.E.D. is hosted by Emily & Larry! They are located at 901 70th Ave SW Byron.  (don't get fooled on this address, as it's actually southeast of Byron, but west of Rochester).     Check out this link to bing maps.. as it shows their home located between Rochester & Byron and a bit south of Hwy 14     http://www.bing.com/maps/default.aspx?v=2&pc=FACEBK&mid=8100&rtp=adr.%7Epos.44.009039_-92.578492_901+70th+Avenue+Southwest++Byron%2C+Minnesota+55920_901+70th+Avenue+Southwest++Byron%2C+Minnesota+55920&cp=44.009039%7E-92.578492&lvl=16&sty=r&rtop=0%7E0%7E0%7E&mode=D&FORM=FBKPL1&mkt=en-US
• Wear something that represents your sports allegiance, whether it be a pro team, college team, high school team or what ever  you see has a fun thing.. Ramsey.. a fun thing, does not include some of the things you are currently thinking.
• The Franck's will provide Sloppy Joe's, and water. If you wish, please bring a salad or snack to share, and BYOB of choice. Also bring a lawn chair.
  Routes will be 3 to 7 miles, with the first 1mile or 1.5 will be on gravel, and the last 1 or 1.5 will be on gravel.
  Please park on the road as newly planted grass seed has been planted along the drive way, so no parking on the grass!!! Thanks!

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Speaking of themes.... Our theme for Living History Farms Off Road Race is Pirate!  If you're planning to join the Charter Bus to Iowa in November, keep your eyes open for costumes!  

Registration for Living History Farms race doesn't open until September, and when it does  you need to register right away!  This race will fill up within 2 days... so get it done as soon as it's open!

We will take the first 50 registered participants on the bus... and you don't want to miss this bus ride!  Even these hillbillies below, found a way to have a good time on a bus... imagine what a hearty band of Pirates would do!

Votes!

Is Garret receiving some sympathy votes or did he have the best strategy ... there are only two days left to vote.. I think the odds of him passing the girls, strategy wise, are slim... but you are the voters!  Who wins this contest?  If you haven't voted yet, get it done!  Poll is located on the right hand side of the blog.

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A nice turnout in Byron tonight for Team R.E.D.... at least a couple riders got out on bike... and runners/walkers got out on foot!  Nice job to all!    I stopped by a little late, but was able to catch several renewals which was fantastic!

 

 

Next Thursday we are home hosted by Emily and Larry!   It's a little bit of country and we like it that way!   There will be a theme.. and details as to what to bring will come.

 

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For those of you on the Team R.E.D. Facebook page, you've maybe already seen this, but for those of you not.. here it is!  

 

Volunteer Call! --- We have a few events in need of volunteers. Please consider if you can help at any of these

Aug 11th ... Rochester Eco Tri... Team R.E.D. member Steve Dawson is the man in charge and if you're available to volunteer, you can reach him at stevedawson@campvictory.com

Aug 14th 6pm... Do The Donut 4K - Most of the volunteer spots will likely get filled with cross country parents, but I'm listing this event here, as we always accept donations (and more volunteers!)  This is a fundraiser for the Byron Cross Country Team and it's a ton of fun... if you can run it, do it! If not, sign up to volunteer or donate! 

Aug 24th ... Rochester Half Marathon - this is probably the one we need the most help at... Team RED is hosting two water stops back to back. It's a fun event with lots of runners, so time flies! -- We will come up with a theme for our water stops, a theme that carries from one stop to the next... one suggestion was a Boston Marathon Theme.. and I'm open to that, it could be cool, but I'd like to find a way to do it without everyone having to buy some sort of boston marathon gear. If anyone has ideas how we can pull together a "honoring Boston" theme... let's hear them!

As always .. for any of the volunteer roles, please email me with your availability, as it seems to be the easiest way for me to not lose you in the shuffle!

Saturday Race Day!

Tonight we're at the Bears Den in Byron... biking starts at 5:30pm for Appox 20 miles....  and running/walking rolls out at 6pm.  Plan on routes of 3, 4 or 6 miles!  Keep in mind the construction along the frontage road in Byron.  Enter at the stop light on 10th Ave (which is the one closest to Rochester).   You'll find a nice new piece of road there, with a new roundabout... stay to the right and swing around the bout! 

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This Saturday is the Rochester Track Club's Douglas Trail 11 mile.   This is a Grand Prix event on a flat surface starting at the trail parking lot in Douglas...     Race day registration is available, with the race starting at 7:30am.... Additionally, there's a 2 mile fun run that rolls out at 7:40am.   If you would like to volunteer, please contact Greg at gthagen@gofast.com

For more information visit http://rochestertrackclub.com/main.asp?SectionID=3&SubSectionID=28&ArticleID=329

Saturday is also a great day to get your long run in... the Marathon Training class takes off from the RAC at 7am with a target distance of 16 miles.   Water stops along the route!   Check out Dan's blog for weekly updates.   http://runningrochester.blogspot.com

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The Tuesday Trail Run continues to grow!  What a great turnout at Quarry Hill this week!  So many new faces each week as well.. it's fantastic!

Tonight!

Quick update for tonight... the trail crew has a plan... see two options below, and Sunday's post to catch the rest of the week! 

Don't forget to vote on the poll... with only 6 votes cast, the girls seem to be winning... What's that? zero votes for Garret... come on!  Someone must want to throw him a bone!

Tuesday 5:30pm:   Tempo Run on the Douglas Trail.   Meet at the trailhead in Rochester (along valleyhigh road next to IBM).  This tempo is mostly flat, but a bridge or two might make you think otherwise.

Tuesday 6:15pm:  Tuesday Trail crew heads out from Quarry Hill for what is commonly referred to as the Quarry Hill Quickie!  Meet at the tennis courts and enjoy. 

Monday Maniacs -- and then some!

Wow! What a weekend of events! Team R.E.D. was active at the Woman's Race in Rochester.... active at Wabasha River Boat Days... active at the Shithouse 5K in Lacrosse... active active active! I would venture to guess some were active at the Marathon Training Long Run and the Off Season Striders run as well. Pretty amazing group!

Late tonight, I'm planning to update this post with some catch up race strategy videos we captured at the Beer Mile... if you're on Team Red Facebook you may have already seen them, but if not.. it's a treat to see how complicated a beer mile might be, or how simple it might be. (Hopefully have a chance to lift some pictures from weekend races and get them in as well, or that might come another day, time will tell).

In the meantime.. the most time critical thing of note are this week's workout options!

• Monday 6pm: The Monday Maniacs are going to meet at Wildwood Sports Bar for a fun run/walk. We will head out on the trails which are flat and mainly shaded. It is always nice to start the week with some sort of fitness. We always seem to have a great time! Everyone is always welcome to bring a friend or two!
• Tuesday 5:30pm:   Tempo Run on the Douglas Trail.   Meet at the trailhead in Rochester (along valleyhigh road next to IBM).  This tempo is mostly flat, but a bridge or two might make you think otherwise.
• Tuesday 6:15pm:  Tuesday Trail crew heads out.. (I haven't seen where yet, but I'm sure it's awesome!)  Check back for details!
• Wednesday 5:30pm:   Speed work on the track in Byron.   The track is located behind the middle school on 4th street (even if you'll be a little late, show up and turn the wheels!).
• Thursday 5:30pm:  Team B.E.D. takes off via Bike from the Bears Den in Byron.  This is a great addition to Thursday nights!  Gives you a chance to either cross train, or a potential alternative if you are recovering from a running bump.   Join Randy and crew as they roll out for some road time, before getting back for the social part of the evening.
• Thursday 6pm:  Team R.E.D. is back in Byron at the Bears Den - first time back since the Beer Mile, I sure hope they'll let us in again!  We'll have routes of 3, 4 or 6 miles. 
• Note:  The roundabout in Byron is now open, so coming from Rochester you can take the 10th Ave entrance, and stay right around the bout! 

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Tell me who is best prepared for the race... The Guys? The Girls? or Garret? See Poll on the right hand side of the blog.

Thanks for hosting Jean!

Was a great night at the Eagles Club. George pulled a nice surprise speech on Jean.. that was fun! What a wonderful night it was!!

Join us Thursday!

Jean Murray is hosting us this Thursday at the Eagles Club. Jean is awesome in more ways than one... she is a superstar contributor to the Rochester Track Club board!   I had served like 1000 years with her as the co-director of Spring Classic, except that can't be true, she is younger than 1000.     She is the leader of the Off Season Striders weekend runs.... and she is a Team R.E.D. member who wants to say Thank You!   She is Awesome!  

Join us Thursday at 6pm (5:30pm if you prefer to bike).    Jean is hosting Team R.E.D. and it will be one fun party!   You don't need to bring anything, as she has arranged for food, lemonade and beer starting at 6pm!

Below are links of some routes ranging from 3.3 miles to 5.7    I do think there's another option, but my download is acting goofy  (could it be the time of night?).. .at any rate.. come join the event and celebrate!

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Ahhh.. did anyone ever mention how fun the Tuesday night trail runs are?   I joined last night and caught a couple pictures.  Very awesome what Mr. Mason has pulled together!

Jen brought two left feet!   - luckily the team bailed her out with shoes! 

Great turnout for the trail!

Two new girls.. Kristie and Andrea make their way, while Yvonne pushes them!

Really spectacular scene at the overlook.

Adam did the bike thing... hey! if you want to bike on trail night, check out the park and do it if it works!
 



Thanks Paradise Family!

The Monday Maniacs were home hosted by the Diane and Mike... the pool was super refreshing post run! The food and drink was delicious... and one Marine was a bit afraid to play volleyball! 

Casey playing catch up after a late start

Chris with the "new" girls.. Ann & Meagan

Gwen, Teri & Lorelei

Jim and Mike

Hilly route!

The reward

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Follow this link to see Tom's first person account of the Beer Mile - as well as a few notes that show just how physically active, and community minded this team is.   You are all awesome!   http://www.olmstedcountyjournal.com/index.php?town=byron&category=health

 

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Here's what's left for the week, and it's a lot of group run opportunity as well as a lot of races this weekend! 

• Tuesday 5:30pm - Speed on the Douglas Trail.  Meet at the trail head in Rochester for a tempo session.
• Tuesday 6:15pm - The trail crew is heading to Gamehaven Scout Reservation!   Home of one of the best November races around!  Gamehaven True Cross Country run!
• Wednesday 5:30pm - Speed!  Planning on the Byron track with music on the sound system!  Come out and get the wheels Turning!
• Thursday 5:30pm - The bike crew is heading out from the Eagles Club in Rochester for some miles in the saddle (I think that's bike talk).
• Thursday 6pm - Team R.E.D. heads to the Eagles Club in Rochester!  This event is hosted by Jean and she's buying!  We'll do our route chatter with routes of 3, 4 or 6 miles.. and come back for the party... Thanks much Jean!
• Saturday 8:30am - The Rochester Woman's Race is a 4 miler takes place at the east pavilion of Silver Lake.  http://rochestertrackclub.com/main.asp?SectionID=3&SubSectionID=28&ArticleID=312 
• Saturday 8am - Wabasha Riverboat Days 10K/5K  - at least a few R.E.D. members have mentioned this one! http://www.raceguide365.com/wabasha-riverboat-days-5k-a-10k-river-run
• Saturday 9am - SMU trail scamper is described as a cross country type of course.   Sounds like fun on the St Mary's campus.  http://beta.active.com/winona-mn/running/races/smu-trail-scamper-2013
• Saturday 6:30pm - The Shithouse 5K!  Last year Team R.E.D. had a blast at this event.   https://www.facebook.com/events/488010304620114/?ref=25

Monday Maniac Reminder! - And Volunteer Call !

See the post from Chris below regarding tonights Monday Maniacs - 6pm start time..

Yeah, that's right, we are going to do a Pool Party! We will meet at Mike and Diane Paradise's house for a run/walk to be followed by some well deserved relaxing in the pool. Mike is providing the beer and Ramsey is getting the pizza. You are welcome to bring something to pass (more beer is always an option and seems to go over well!). Bring your suit and towel and your best water volley ball game!! I for one am hoping all the mud is washed off by then! Volunteers Needed! The Douglas Trail 11 mile is scheduled for the morning of Saturday Aug 3rd.  Race Director Greg Hagen could use about 5 more volunteers.  If you're available and interested, please contact Greg directly at gthagen@gofast.am --- Keep in mind, volunteers get free food and a shirt!

Additions to the week ahead!

The additions you're going to read in this post, are just that, additions!  Be sure to check the previous post to catch the rest of the things going on!

Congrats to all you Tough Mudders out there! What a great event that is... it tests you in many ways!

Team R.E.D. gettin' a little dirty...

More pictures from Beer Mile, Tough Mudder and the Kids Mile to follow..

• Speaking of Kids Mile... bring your kids to Byron for a FREE 1 mile race on the parade route tonight! - each finisher will receive a cookie or freeze pop courtesy of Byron MarketPlace! -- if your young one would rather go just 1/2 mile.. that's all good.. but bring them out to do something active, before settling in for the Byron Good Neighbor Days Parade.
• Kids Mile stars at 5:30pm from the Middle School in Byron... Parade follows at 6pm.
• Team R.E.D. is walking in the parade, all are welcome to join us! If interested in joining the parade, consider swinging over to the O'Leary's home at 805 1st Ave for a pre-parade planning happy hour starting at 3pm. Beer, water and sandwiches provided.   If you can't make it to O'Leary's, you can still join the parade team, by meeting us at the Middle School parking lot at 5:30ish.  

Here are the additions to the upcoming week schedule.   -- see the previous post for all the rest of the week's schedule.

• Tuesday 5:30pm - Woo is leading a tempo session on the Douglas trail.  Meet at the trail head parking lot in Rochester (between IBM and the Postal facility on Valley High road).  
• Thursday 5:30pm - The Bikers are at it again, with an opportunity to B.E.D. from the Eagles Club in Rochester.  This is the same location Walkers and Runners will start from for Team R.E.D.'s evening.  Come on back and join the post exercise social, as Jean is generously providing the food and drink for the evening!   

What a great night at the Beer Mile... we had a lot of fun, and raised some good old fashioned cash for the Byron Community Fund!  Thanks to all who participated, contributed and volunteered! 

A special thanks goes to Dan and Jen for all their work organizing it!  You were awesome race directors - always cool under pressure, and hot in the sun!   Also a special thanks to Tom W for taking this picture, and many others! 

The brains of the operation.. Jen & Dan!

The Inaugural Beer Mile Champions and current course record holders are both Team R.E.D. members.  Congrats to Braden and Tohnia.... you really flew on the mile, and handle the beer just fine too!
The video clip below is about 4 minutes long... if you want to get to watch it all, you'll get a feel for the rules.. if you want to skip to the start of the race, forward to approx the 3 minute mark.


Here's what's up next...

Saturday 8am - Byron Good Neighbor Days 5K and 2.5K.   Race day registration is available!   If you're not planning to run, but are available, email Charro to volunteer.  He's at

charro.coleman@byron.k12.mn.us

Monday 6pm -  The Monday Maniacs are home hosted by the Diane and Mike at 355 Carlisle Lane NW, Rochester.  Join us for a run or a walk, and come back for a pool party!   Swimsuits are recommended. 

Tuesday 6:15pm - The trail crew is heading on a Mystery Trail Tour.  Yvonne and Mason are going to check out a new trail near Yvonnes house on Sunday. If all looks good that will be our Tuesday trail plan. Yvonne lives in SW Rochester west of Willow Creek GC.    If for some reason that doesn't work out I'll pick something in town. Stay tuned for an update late Sunday.

Wednesday 5:30pm - Speed!  Planning on the Byron track with music on the sound system!  Come out and get the wheels Turning!

Thursday 6pm - Team R.E.D. heads to the Eagles Club in Rochester!  This event is hosted by Jean and she's buying!  We'll do our route chatter with routes of 3, 4 or 6 miles.. and come back for the party... Thanks much Jean!

It's here! Join the fun!

Thanks to Chris for providing the important reminder below: 

 

Beer Mile!  Join us tonight at the Bears Den!   Race day registration runs from 4:30pm-6:30pm with the race rolling at 7pm!  

Join us at 6pm for the regular Team R.E.D. tonight starting with a 3, 4 or 6 mile run or walk... you'll be back in time to take part, or spectate Beer Mile! 

The Torchlight 5K was a big hit!  A big hot hit!  Team R.E.D. members conquered the course successfully, leaving a little sweat on the streets of Minneapolis... and later, celebrated appropriately.   We'll post USATF Team Results as soon as they are available (typically a couple of days). 

Many Thanks to Chris and K&S Heating for sponsoring the post race gathering at The Loon!  -- Remember, when your stuff breaks, call him! 

As you can see below, Tom and Diana tied in the post-race pushup challenge.  Officials say Diana won the tie breaker by looking better and making less painful sounding noises during the event!

Downtown Minneapolis... you can nearly see the heat!

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Catching up with KP & Rachel... They completed their 22nd Marathon Missoula this month!  Additionally, they displayed Team R.E.D. pride at the Vancouver Marathon in June! - Way to roll...

And another important note... They are celebrating their 6 Year Anniversary today!  Happy Anniversary!




Representing at Vancouver!

#22 in the books!



Beat the Heat!

Tuesday's trail crew is pictured below... a warm night with good friends!

• Speed Work 5:30pm - due to the rather warm temps, I would advise speed work to move inside tonight.  Plan on RCTC indoor track at 5:30pm and get your speed on!
• Torch Light 5K in Minneapolis- Carpool leaves Rochester at 4:30pm (that's should be communicated as 4:15pm for Becker and Monica).   We'll gather at the walmart/sam club parking lot along 55th St NW.    We meet near the Kwik Trip.    This is a USATF event!  Go Team R.E.D.   -- if anyone still wants in, there's still time!  https://register.bazumedia.com/reg/form?eventID=1711
• Thursday 6pm:  Team R.E.D. gathers at the Bears Den for a run,  walk or bike... you can get 3, 4 or 6 miles in... then of course, get back to the Den for the next bullet item!
• Thursday 7pm!  Beer Mile This is a high anticipated event... online registration is now closed, but race day registrsttion is available!  Come out and run it!  If not, come spectate, and consider a donation to the Byron Community Fund!    -- http://beta.active.com/byron-mn/running/team-red-beer-mile-2013   -- want to volunteer? - contact Jen or Dan at jenschrandt@hotmail.com , dan@svmrochester.com
• Saturday July 20th at 8am!  Good Neighbor Days 5K  Get your registration form at the following link http://rochestertrackclub.com/main.asp?SectionID=3&SubSectionID=176&ArticleID=308   Charro is still accepting runners/walkers and Volunteers!   If you'd like to volunteer, please email Charro at charro.coleman@byron.k12.mn.us 
• Saturday 7am:  The marathon training class takes off from the RAC.  A great place to log the long miles!
• Sunday July 21st 5:30pm - Team R.E.D. is hosting a FREE Kids Mile on the Good Neighbor Day parade route.  Bring the kids and have some fun!  We can probably use a couple volunteers getting this thing rolling... it should be a blast!  - if you want to volunteer for this gig, please send me an email at Byron.teamred@gmail.com
• Sunday July 21st 6pm:  - Team R.E.D. is marching in the parade!   We'll sing some songs, toss out candy and can coolies!  Come join us!  You can volunteer for the kids race, and march!  -- Watch for news regarding a pre-parade tune up.  (we have to work on our chants!).    If you're planning to march in the parade... please email me at Byron.teamred@gmal.com

Weekend, Monday, Tuesday!

Thanks to the Mesenburg's & Nepstads for hosting such a great evening Thursday.  Lots of miles, and even more smiles!  

The evening started out with a B.E.D. crew of Bike. Eat. Drink. and then rolled into a group of runners and walkers!  Of course, eventually, we're all together again! 

Don, Randy, Judy, Tom & Sarah.... Bike. Eat. Drink!

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What's on the Agenda for the next little bit? See below! 

• Saturday 7am:  The Marathon training run is set for 14 miles!  The description below is a copy and paste from Dan's Blog at http://runningrochester.blogspot.com/   You can find information like you see below each week regarding the training runs.   - They are fantastic training runs with a large group, and as you see in the note below, they are supported with volunteers at water stations!
•  RAC run Saturday July 13th, 7 AM this route is 14 miles and has 3 water stop locations 1 at Mayo credit union, 2 at Kutzky park, and 3rd at Kindercare daycare,  with us picking up the 3rd location twice after making a 5 mile loop  for 7 miles half marathoners will go back after the second water stop at Kutzky park.  http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=5986994
• Sunday 8am:  The Off Season Striders take off from Panera South for a 4-6 miler.  Of course, you can always change the distance if you want a little more.. a little less.  Come out and enjoy a cup of coffee post run!
• Sunday 6pm:  All comers meet in Byron.   Bring your kids and enjoy this free event at the track located at the Middle School.  They'll have a chance to long jump, high jump, shot put and run races on the track!
• Volunteers needed for this event!  Last time, it lasted until approx. 7:20pm.   Commit 60-90 minutes and come join us!  Please email me at byron.teamred@gmail.com if you're available to help!   Every job is easy!   I promise...
• Monday 6pm: The Monday Maniacs are heading back to Douglas!  We'll gather at the trail parking lot... and run/walk an out and back on the Douglas Trail.  Post workout, we'll head to the Saloon (one of the happiest places on earth!)  

Douglas Saloon, Voted #1 Most Comfy Chairs!   (I just made that up, but they are comfy!)



 

• Tuesday 6:15pm-  The Trail crew goes for a Root River Ramble!  The park is 8.2 miles south of Mayo HS just stay on Co Rd 1 and look for the small sign pointing to the park.  It's a lot of fun just outside the city.   Join in for the ramble, then head over to Whistle Binkies for the post party!

 

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Some Don't Forgets!   - and all the don't forgets have an opportunity to volunteer.. please consider! 

• Torch Light 5K in Minneapolis- Carpool leaves Rochester at 4:30pm (that's should be communicated as 4:15pm for Becker and Monica).   We'll gather at the walmart/sam club parking lot along 55th St NW.    We meet near the Kwik Trip.    This is a USATF event!  Go Team R.E.D.   -- if anyone still wants in, there's still time!  https://register.bazumedia.com/reg/form?eventID=1711
• Beer Mile Thursday 7pm! If you're not running in the beer mile, I struggle to understand why not.  But.. if you're not, you can still come at 6pm.. go for a run or walk, and be back in time to cheer on the Beer Milers!   -- http://beta.active.com/byron-mn/running/team-red-beer-mile-2013   -- want to volunteer? - contact Jen or Dan at jenschrandt@hotmail.com , dan@svmrochester.com
• Good Neighbor Days 5K Saturday July 20th at 8am!  Get your registration form at the following link http://rochestertrackclub.com/main.asp?SectionID=3&SubSectionID=176&ArticleID=308   Charro is still accepting runners/walkers and Volunteers!   If you'd like to volunteer, please email Charro at charro.coleman@byron.k12.mn.us 
• Sunday July 21st 5:30pm - Team R.E.D. is hosting a FREE Kids Mile on the Good Neighbor Day parade route.  Bring the kids and have some fun!  We can probably use a couple volunteers getting this thing rolling... it should be a blast!  - if you want to volunteer for this gig, please send me an email at Byron.teamred@gmail.com
• Sunday July 21st 6pm:  - Team R.E.D. is marching in the parade!   We'll sing some songs, toss out candy and can coolies!  Come join us!  You can volunteer for the kids race, and march!  -- Watch for news regarding a pre-parade tune up.  (we have to work on our chants!).    If you're planning to march in the parade... please email me at Byron.teamred@gmal.com

Fun on the Trails!

Don't forget to register for the Beer Mile!  This inaugural event is being held at the Bears Den in Byron and will help us raise money for the Byron Community Fund!   The first 150 registered received a Team R.E.D. bottle opener!

Keep in mind, there is a spectators pass you can purchase which gets you access to the beer too! 

http://www.active.com/running/byron-mn/team-red-beer-mile-2013

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Another strong turnout for the trail running crew!  They enjoyed a wonderful  night at Whitewater State park... I lifted the pics from facebook.  Ramsey's caption on one is  "because you can't see this from your couch!" 

If you've been skipping the trails, you may want to reconsider! 

 

 

 

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• Tonight at 5:30pm - You can get a speed session at the track in Byron.   The workout is typically 300M repeats, but can be altered to just about anything... the key is to run, and run fast! 
• Thursday 5:30pm & 6pm! -  Team R.E.D. is home hosted by the combination of Mesenburgs and Nepstads!  -- We'll gather at Dan and Amy's home at 1098 8th Ave NW.   See the note from Dan below..  Keep in mind the 5:30pm Bike option.. this group is picking up steam!
• Bikers are meeting at 5:30pm, Walkers/Runners at 6:00pm... Mesenburgs and Nepstads have the beer, wine and water covered and will provide sloppy joes... everyone else should go the side dish route if possible. Could be a possible Beer Mile test!

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If you're still considering the Torchlight 5K or Tough Mudder, get signed up now, as price hikes go in effect Thursday!  -- For both races be sure to register as Team R.E.D. - additionally, if you're a USATF member, you get a $19 discount on the Torchlight!

 

Torchlight - http://www.torchlight5k.com.prod.ngin.com/page/show/502309-registration

Tough Mudder -  http://toughmudder.com/events/minnesota-sat-jul-20-sun-jul-21-2013/?utm_source=cctact&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=minnesotapi