Shawmont Running Club

For 7/6/24

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RUMINATIONS

By KayCee

When I started running in 2009, it was for many reasons. At the time, my kids were 11 years old and puberty was beginning to kick in with a vengeance.  I would often run to escape the noise of 2 kids fighting with each other or with me. Running gave me time to think about what I was doing wrong as a parent, if I was really the worst parent on the planet, and how we could survive without killing each other.

A few years later, I started running with the Shawmont group, and the members became my sounding board for the trials & tribulations of twins touring colleges, applying to college, college acceptances, studying abroad, and finally graduating. 

I looked forward to the Saturday runs, comparing stories with other parents about our kids’ plans, achievements, and disappointments. Since I love to talk when I run, at some point every Shawmont runner listened to me lament about what was going on with my son and daughter. They probably got bored hearing me babble about my daughter living at home longer than we had expected. And they learned more about dental school, dentures, & prosthodontics residencies than they thought was necessary.

Now that they are 26, they are finally living on their own.  I must not have been the worst parent after all, because we all survived. It’s a good thing I still have the Saturday Shawmont crew to talk to, because after launching 2 kids into the real world, it’s time to focus on other things and other people.
–KayCee

FINE PRINT ¶Cross-published: Facebook Shawmont Running Club (ZY Weekly Newsletter 7/6/24), Shawmont Running Club website.

 

WHOZ DOIN WHAT IN 2024

Through Next Month…

  • 8/7: PHILS 5K (Ambler PA)
    • Quietman Tom
    • Prof. Sandy
  • 8/17: IVYLAND 5K (PA)
    • Prof. Sandy
    • Laura N

And Just Gene…

  • 7/6: Afton 50K (MN) tentative
  • 7/15-16: Pan American Masters Games (Cleveland OH) 5K, 2K, Steeplechase
  • 7/18-21: USATF Masters Outdoors (Sacramento CA) 10K, 5K, 2K, Steeplechase
  • 7/27: Conquer the Canyon Marathon (Wellsboro, PA)
  • 7/28: Run for the Elk Marathon (Emporium, PA)
  • 8/22-27: Unreasonable EAST 200-mile trail (Australia)

 

CONGRATS-A-MUNDO TO ALL!

EXCITING NEWS!!!!

We have an unofficial WORLD CHAMPION and an unofficial NATIONAL CHAMPION (and, yes, they are the same person!!!)

  • 6/30: USATF MASTER’S CHAMPIONSHIP (Union NJ)
    • Prof. Sandy: Mile, 10:03. Unofficial World Record in her AG!!
    • Prof. Sandy: 800M, 4:40. Unofficial National Record in her AG!!

SEND YOUR RACE RESULTS TO: TEDMILLER01@GMAIL.COM

 

RUNNIN’ OFF AT THE MOUTH

“If everyone could get in on running on a world scale, it would really be hard for people to go to war.” –Ron Davis

“Over the years much has changed in my life, but my focus on running has remained consistently strong.” –Joan Benoit Samuelson

“As long as I run, I will always lift weight. To me, running without weight training is like running barefoot because something so valuable is missing.” –Florence Griffith Joyner

Source: The Gigantic Book of Running Quotations, Higdon, 2008 (Skyhorse Publishing)

 

ELSEWHERE ON THE WEB – by Teddio

Fueling Your Runs: The Ultimate Guide to Pre and Post-Run Snacks and Meals

Nutrition plays a pivotal role in the world of running, serving as the cornerstone of optimal performance and overall well-being. As runners, we often focus on training routines, gear, and pacing strategies, but it’s easy to overlook the profound impact that our diet can have on our running endeavors. …

Pre-Run Nutrition

When it comes to running, the food you consume before hitting the pavement or trails can significantly impact your performance and overall experience. …

Key Macronutrients for Pre-run Fueling

  • Carbohydrates…
  • Protein…
  • Healthy fats…
  • Quick and Easy Pre-Run Snacks…
  • Balanced Pre-Run Meal Options…

Hydration…

Post-run Nutrition

  • Refueling with Carbohydrates and Protein…
  • Nutrient Timing for Optimal Recovery…
  • Real-Food Post-run Meals…
  • Post-run Real-Food Meal Ideas…

Takeaways…

(https://rundown.runtheday.com/p/fueling-runs-ultimate-guide-pre-postrun-snacks-meals)

 

THEMZ WHO WUZ THERE (except those forgotten or missed 😊)

Stats – We track attendance and Shawmont. Loggin’ the miles is just for fun.

Records: Attendance – 39 on 6/23/18. Shawmonts – 26 on 2/10/18.

  • Trail Name: Distance (Route)
  • Barbara: 16 (SHAWMONT+2)
  • BB Betsy: 14 (SHAWMONT)
  • Chloe V: 14 (SHAWMONT) Welcome to the club!
  • Half Caff: 11
  • Hap: 6
  • KayCee (AKA KC): 10
  • Kelee: 8
  • Lady Jen: 16 (SHAWMONT+2)
  • Mister Rogers: 14 (SHAWMONT). Welcome BACK to the club!
  • Quietman Tom: 14 (SHAWMONT)
  • Rakhee [Trail name in training: The Rahk]: 6
  • RitAnon: 5. Welcome to the club!
  • Tall Dave: 14 (SHAWMONT)
  • Teddio: 10
  • Tommy-O: 11

Email Newsletter Editor: Teddio
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