MMRC
January Cake Run
What: Casual group run with cake.
Where: Laps at Battleground and Country Parks in Greensboro, meeting in the parking lot on Old Battleground.
When: Saturday, January 23. Meet at 11 a.m. Cake will be served NOON FIFTEENish.
Why: Cake. I mean, birthdays. In January. This month, Tamara and Iris contemplate their lost youth.
Who Are the Toughest Carolinians of Them All?
Wow. Just wow. That’s all we can say after reading the ultra-resumes of the nominees for the WNC Outdoors Athlete of the Decade. I mean, how many 135-milers have you run? On a trail. In northern Minnesota. In February. Okay, fine, but did you follow it up a few days later with a short run [...]
Cold-Weather Running Tips for Delicate Southerners
Listen up, you delicate Southern belles: This arctic blast that refuses to go away doesn’t mean you have to stop running outside—but you do need to change up your running habits a little. Seriously, don’t just blast out the door and start leaping all gazelle-like when the thermometer’s barely hitting 30 at noon. First, check [...]
Resolution Reading for Runners
Runners are stats-crazy, goal-oriented, number-loving fools, which makes this whole business of New Year’s resolutions a perfect pastime for us when the weather is cold enough to drive us to our treadmills. Of course, a few hardy MMRCers have no issues with icicles dangling from their hair while they speed down local trails. (Dena, we’re looking at you!) To help you get your 2010 running house in order, check out these gadgets, goals, recaps, and more >>
“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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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