Archive for December, 2009
“The Shorties” Winners Announced
Eddie Wooten at Running Shorts has announced the winners of the 2009 Shorties—and MadMayosians are well represented (or stinkin’ up the joint, depending on how you voted). Be sure to check out the profile of the shy and retiring Barefoot Josh in the “Best Decision That Helped You Get Faster” category. Iris gives a nod [...]
Barefoot Josh in His Pre-Running Days
Welcome, Running Shorts readers! We hope you find lots of New Year’s resolution motivation by gazing at this shot of Barefoot Josh, pre-Grandfather Mountain Marathon, and in shoes (sort of). You’re feeling motivated now, aren’t you? Great! Then come out to Madison this Friday and join the MadMayo Running Club for the 1st Annual January [...]
Interview With “Born to Run” Author Christopher McDougall
Tri-DC Magazine has a nice write-up with Chris McDougall, author of Born to Run. It’s a nice summary of the main barefooting/minimalist talking points. I thought this was interesting: “Professionals who make their living from running, treating runners, or selling them gear have been receptive as well: ‘I’ve even been surprised at how many running [...]
Join MMRC in the 1st Annual January 1 and Done
Start 2010 on the right (or left) foot! Join the MadMayo Running Club in the 1st Annual January 1 and Done: a fun and easy one-mile loop around downtown. Bring the kids, Granny, and the dog! Try to win our world-famous free raffle! 11 a.m., New Year’s Day. Meet at the gazebo on Murphy Street across from Dan River Coffee House. Click here for all the details >>
Cool Running
The MadMayosonians are frolicking in the depths of a rare snow event. While we figure out how to work these scraper thingies for our windshields, check out these links for ways to get your run on (or just be happy you’re stuck inside) despite wintry mixes and holiday festivities. Click here for the full rundown >>
Vote for the Shorties
Eddie Wooten at Running Shorts is calling on readers to make nominations for the 2009 Shorties—the “people and events that made 2009 a great year for running in the Triad.” Categories (and a few nomination ideas…hint, hint) include Best Race Shirt (Triple Lakes), Best Finish Line Food (Run to Victory), 2009 Goal You’re Proud of [...]
Race Report: Iris Runs to Victory
MadMayo Runner Iris completes her longest race yet in the Run to Victory 5-miler. Despite temps in the high 30s, heavy drizzle, and lacking a talking companion, she finished well under her goal time and maintained high morale from beginning to end. The takeaway? Walk breaks are your friend, and can even improve your time (your clock time and your fun time). Click here for the whole story >>
The Early Runner Gets the… Less Effective Workout?
You know those early bird runners lapping the town at the crack of the crack? Yeah, those people. Well, our bright-eyed pre-coffee pals may think they’re getting a better workout, but according to researchers at Liverpool John Moores University in England, “not only are performances better in the late afternoon and early evening, but, contrary [...]
Run to Victory Is About More Than Running
Sunday, December 13, is the Run to Victory in Randleman, NC. The race is about more than just running five or 13.1 miles. It begins at Randleman Middle School and ends at the Petty family’s amazing Victory Junction Camp, where chronically or seriously ill kids from all over get a chance to hang out and [...]
How Many Words Do Eskimos Have for Cold?
While MadMayosonians waited for the snow that never arrived, steadfast MadMayo runners were out there doing what they do best—plumbing the various depths of whatever. Some smarter members were in there doing what they do best. Some also wondered if they had enough cowboy attitude to tame the trail. Click here for the rest of the story…
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