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RUMINATIONS
By KayCee
CtCloser recently ruminated that it “sucks to grow old.” Despite my best efforts to slow the hands of time, I agree with him. I should add that with age comes wisdom and the prerequisite for every comeback is a setback.
In late August, I spent a week at our family lake house with my sister’s family, and every morning we would meet at 7:30 for “Star Lake Run Club.” However, after running too many consecutive days on very cambered roads, my knee began to scream. What followed were some dismal runs and painful runs, runs cut short, and a one-week hiatus from running all together.
This same thing happened to me 2 years ago and fortunately I knew how to approach the rehab this time. I implemented a combination of ART, PT (my own version), acupuncture, RICE, stretching, making deals with God, and foam rolling… things that I probably wouldn’t have tried in my younger days.
Last weekend when I joined the Shawmont crew, it was crushing to turn back at the inn while everyone else went forward towards Manayunk. On the upside, I had Kelee to keep me company and we wound up running 6 miles and walking for one. Progress, for sure!
I’m fortunate that IT Band Syndrome doesn’t require surgery, and it won’t sideline me as long as plantar fasciitis or a stress fracture would. Maybe my knee issue was God’s way of humbling me, making sure I don’t get too cocky, and forcing me to accept that, yes, I AM aging. And, yes, it does suck. But at least I have the experience to listen to my body & know this won’t last forever. Before you know it, I’ll be doing another Shawmont.
FINE PRINT ¶Kristine Corino. ¶Cross-posted: (1) Facebook Shawmont Running Club (ZY Weekly Newsletter 9/28/24), (2) ShawmontRunningClub.com/newsletter/
WHOZ DOIN WHAT IN 2024
Through Next Month…
- 10/6: WINEGLASS HALF MARATHON (Corning NY)
- All That Jaz (Trail name in training. FKA: Jaz, JC, James)
- 10/26: HOWLOWEEN 5K (North Wales)
- Prof. Sandy
- Marea (granddaughter of Prof. Sandy)
- 10/27: MARINE CORPS MARATHON (Arlington VA)
- Eric F
- 11/3: RUN THE BRIDGE 10K (Camden)
- Prof. Sandy
- Too Hot Tom
- 11/23: ROTHMAN 8K (Philadelphia)
- Prof. Sandy
- Too Hot Tom
And Just Gene…
- 10/6: WINEGLASS MARATHON (Corning NY)
- 10/20: ** DELAWARE DISTANCE CLASSIC 15K (Wilmington DE)
** Middle Atlantic USATF Road Grand Prix Series
CONGRATS-A-MUNDO TO ALL!
Nuthin’ to report
SEND YOUR RACE RESULTS TO: TEDMILLER01@GMAIL.COM
RUNNIN’ OFF AT THE MOUTH
“Racing is pain, and that’s why you do it, to challenge yourself and the limits of your physical and mental barriers. You don’t experience that in an armchair watching television.” –Mark Allen
“If I do well in a race, I’m to the moon. If I do exceptionally well, I’ve jumped over that moon.” –Priscilla Welch
“You can walk during a race if you wish.” –Bob Glover
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 [Rerun from 7/6/2024]
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.
This Week: Attendance – 13. Shawmont – 10.
- Trail Name: Distance (Route)
- A.A.Ron (FKA Aaron P): 14 (SHAWMONT)
- All That Jaz (Trail name in training. FKA: Jaz, JC, James): 8
- BB Betsy: 14 (SHAWMONT)
- Caiter (FKA Caitlin R, Kate R): 14 (SHAWMONT)
- CtCloser: 16 (SHAWMONT+2)
- Danish Pastry (FKA Karen G, Karin): 14 (SHAWMONT)
- Gregle (Trail name in training): 10
- John NTT (FKA JR): 14 (SHAWMONT)
- Rob Ray: 16 (SHAWMONT+2)
- SylviEl: 16 (SHAWMONT+2)
- Train Dave (FKA Dave C): 14 (SHAWMONT)
- Wolfie: 10
- Young Wolf: 14 (SHAWMONT)
Email Newsletter Editor: Teddio
Facebook and Website Newsletter Editor: CtCloser
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