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Brooks Presents "Run Happy Island" July 12th & 13th
What is a "Run Happy Island"?Brooks is taking the tropics on the road to rejuvenate your running routine with a tidal wave of Run Happy. It’s the most important souvenir you’ll take from our little slice of island life: the reminder that Running Happy can happen anytime, anywhere and on every run—no palm trees required.
What does "RUN HAPPY ISLAND" do for you?It's a free gait analysis, give-a-way prizes and some other sweet things!
Where can you find them?
Saturday, July 12th (10am-5pm at The Runners Edge)
Sunday, July 13th (7am-12pm at Caras Park / Missoula Marathon Finish Line Festival)
Reflections From the Start Line (John Fiore, Sapphire PT)
The Missoula Marathon is less than two weeks away and summer trail running ultras are sending Missoula runners to races near and far. The Missoula Marathon training class began in March and the runners who were able to stick with the training program will be rewarded with a trip to the start line on July 13th.
Standing on the starting line of any race is a privilege. Day after day, week after week, and month after month you tracked your mileage, pace, nutrition, and cross training. The hours we spend training for and preparing for a race can be likened to a part-time job!
But what about the behind the scenes reasons you will be toeing the start line on July 13th? Without our families, friends, training partners, and coaches/mentors none of us would be nearly as successful in reaching the start line. Our support network and the incredible Missoula running community not only enables us to start the race, but is there in full force when we cross the finish line. I was reminded of this fact two weekends ago in the Bighorn Mountains of Wyoming. I surprised to see such a large group of Missoulians present racing and crewing. The finish line felt like a homecoming complete with the Run Wild Missoula tent and high-fives down the finishing stretch.
Thank your running support network before you line up for the Missoula Marathon or your next trail running ultra. Remember how fortunate you are to be at the start line. If for some reason you will not be able to start the race (due to injury or otherwise), use the set back as motivation to go back to the drawing board and return next year. I wish each and every Missoula runner success in the month of July and beyond!
John Fiore, PT
Sapphire Physical Therapy
Runner of the Month: July 2014
Name:Brad Leonard
Age:80
Hometown:Missoula
Originally From:Little Compton, Rhode Island -- 40 dairy farms and a few sea fisherman; no organized sports for kids.
Started Running:1972 in Reston, Virginia, to stay in shape to play ice hockey and to climb mountains
First Road Race:1974, Steamboat Classic, Peoria, Illinois, 4.5 miles
Races Since 1981:355 running races since 1981, 223 triathlons, 17 duathlons, 6 aquathlons, and a lot of other races
Favorite Race:Missoula Half Marathon
Miles Run Per Week:10 to 25 miles
Philosophy:“If you’re not particularly good at any one sport, you might as well do them all.”
Currently Training For:Missoula Half Marathon, USA Triathlon National Championships in early August, International Triathlon Union World Championships in late August.
Favorite Things to Do Besides Running:cycling, swimming, alpine skiing, ice skating, kayaking
Craziest Thing I Ever Did:At age 17, I rode my 3-speed Raleigh bicycle across the United States from Rhode Island to San Francisco in 1951, covering 3400 miles in 35 days on a budget of $15 a week. Then rode most of the way back. Lesson learned: prevailing winds blow from west to east. Headwind 28 of the 35 days. But it’s exhilarating to wake up in the morning and have a day of new experiences and adventures ahead.
Words of Wisdom:I’m thankful for all the years of running, biking, swimming, skiing, hiking, climbing, kayaking, sailing, and other outdoor activities I’ve been fortunate to enjoy. Although slowing over the years, I feel as if I’m running as fast as ever -- until I look at my watch.
Anything Else You’d Like to Add: I met my wife Sue Falsey when we were both training for marathons, she for the New York City marathon, me for the Marine Corps marathon.
A Great (And Yummy!) Way to Recover: Refreshing Post-Run Smoothie
Summer weather has finally arrived in Missoula! As our bodies get acclimated to running in the heat, post-run nutrition becomes even more important. This protein-packed smoothie recipe will provide your body with optimal recovery nutrients and leave you feeling refreshed after a run in the sun!
Ingredients:
- 8-12 oz Water
- 2 Celery Stalks
- 1 Handful of Spinach
- 1 Serving of Vegan of Whey Protein
- ½ c Blueberries
- 1 Tbsp Organic, Expeller Pressed Coconut Oil
- 1 Tbsp Chia Seeds
- 5-7 Ice Cubes
- Dash of Cinnamon, optional
Enjoy!
Bridget Voorhees
Marshall Mountain Trail Runs (August 2nd)
Do you like running? * Do you like trails? * Do you like music? * Do you like local beer and food? *
You're in luck because online registration is now open for our Marshall Mountain Trail Runs 5K and 10K on August 2nd!
Register Here
We will have many of the same great elements as we had inour inaugural event last year (see below!)
All Participants Receive:
- A rad and stylish Marshall Mountain Trail Run truckers hat (new style this year to add to the collection!)
- A Marshall Mountain Trail Run pint glass (Stainless steel with race logo!)
- And a fill up of that pint glass with Draughtworks beer! (There will be beer for spectators as well with a suggested $3 donation)
- Chip Timing (new this year)
- BBQ Burger (With grass fed Montana beef! We will also have some veggie burgers as well for vegetarians.)
- Live music in a beautiful venue! That’s right. Dancing til the sun sets!)
- Hoka One One will be on site with a full fleet of some of their most popular shoes for you to test.
Missoula Marathon is Almost Here!
The Missoula Marathon is almost here! On the weekend of July 12th & 13th, thousands of runners and walkers will be participating in the Missoula Marathon, Half Marathon & 5k.
Even if you aren't participating, we can still use your help!Volunteers are an integral part in making an event like this happen.If you're interested in volunteering, please click this link. Last year, the marathon had 800 volunteers fill 900 positions!
Thanks to everyone who has volunteered and for those volunteering this year! We can't wait to see you out there!
Great Nutrition Options for Runners
Tired of trying the same old gel flavor? Or maybe never even TRIED a gel? There are some great nutrition options for runners out there and all have been approved by the staff at Runners Edge. Check 'em out!
SKRATCH:This is an all natural sports drink. It replaces both the fluid and electrolytes you lose in your sweat while providing just enough calories to help fuel your working muscles. Flavored with only real fruit and containing no artificial colors or preservatives, our drink mix won't upset your stomach, leave a bad taste in your mouth, or challenge your IQ with tongue twisting chem-lab ingredients.
NUUN:Packed with electrolytes, light flavor, no sugars or carbs, and portable, Nuun Active Hydration is the perfect sports drink.The electrolytes found in Nuun will help alleviate cramps, help muscles function, communicate and burn energy efficiently.
POCKET FUEL:PocketFuel Nut Butter blends are made from 100% natural, whole food ingredients found in nuts, seeds and fruits. Each blend is a slow burning, easy to digest fuel providing a natural & sustained energy boost to help your body to thrive and reach its maximum potential.
GU SALTED CARAMEL: (We know, we know... it's a gel but it's pretty awesome and you need to try it!)GU Energy Gel provides athletes with a dose of 100 calories to deliver high-quality, easily-digested and long-lasting energy for athletes in every sport and at all levels. Everything inside each packet of GU is engineered to do one simple thing: provide your body with the essential nutrition it needs to keep going for miles and miles and hours and hours. It goes down easy, and it goes to work fast so you don't have to slow down.
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