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Author: The Dragonfly Swimmer Published: April 21st, 2011
By Dana Blinder, Rodale.com
The hours you spend running do wonders to keep your body healthy. By lacing up your shoes this spring, you can improve the health of our planet, too.
The environmentally fit team at Rodale.com has compiled a list of Earth Day-themed races scheduled around the country. Add these events to your race calendar and head to Rodale.com for tips and information on how to make our planet strong and sustainable.
South Jordan Earth Day 10K
South Jordan, UT
April 22
Earth Day Run (5K, 10K, kid’s race)
Portland, OR
April 23
5K for Earth Day and Green Living Expo
Chicago, IL
April 23
Stonyfield Earth Day 5K
Londonderry, NH
April 23
Earth Day Run and Walk 4-miler
Plymouth, MA
April 23
Glen Helen Earth Day 5K Run/Walk
Yellow Springs, OH
April 23
Earth Day 5K Road Race
Watertown, CT
April 23
Roaring Run Earth Day Dash 5K and 15k
Apollo, PA
April 23
Earth Day 10K – Carlsbad 10,000
Carlsbad, CA
April 23
City of Anderson Earth Day Biathlon & 5K Fun Run/Walk
Anderson, IN
April 30
Earth Day 5K
Silver Spring, MD
April 30
Earth Day 5K Run/Walk
Boulder, CO
May 1
Do you know of an Earth Day-themed race not listed here? Tell us in the comments below. Don't see a race near you? Try our Racefinder tool.
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Category Running |
Author: The Dragonfly Swimmer Published: April 21st, 2011
Tyrone Curry. Screen grab via MSNBC.com
Regular readers of this blog know that every so often, we take a break from the weird and the wacky to spotlight an unusually inspirational or moving story.
Well, it's time for a break.
Today's moving story comes to us courtesy of MSNBC.com, which reports that a high school janitor in Washington state is buying the kids at his school a new track.
Curry, who is also the school's track and field coach, won nearly $3.4 million in the state lottery five years ago. Now he's making good on a promise he made to himself long ago, says MSNBC:
"Ten years ago, I said if I win some money, I'm going to put a track here."
In early April, coach Curry presented the district with $40,000 to go towards a brand new track. …
Curry said the gift he has given Evergreen pales in comparison to what the kids have given him.
"Kids do things for you," says Curry. "They keep you young."
Clean-up in Aisle Heart!
Have a good weekend, everyone.
We Have a Winner! Finally!
Two weeks ago, I asked you to write captions for three of my race photos from the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10-K. The winner, I said, would get a shout-out here and a signed copy of The Runner's Rule Book (Rule 2.38: Race Photos Never Look Good).
It was a tough call. But the winner is…
"Damn the knackwurst, full steam ahead!" (For photo #2.)
The winning caption is from Run Hard Run Happy, who in a stroke of tactical genius simply reused a recent RW Daily headline. RHRH edged out an identical entry from Swirling Eddy by 56 minutes. (Sorry, Eddy.)
Honorable mentions go to…
Huskerme, who wrote:
"This is just like beggar's canyon back home…woooo!" (Photo #1.) (Star Wars reference! Nice!)
Hotshot320, who wrote:
"Why would they make us run through Cabbage Town?" (Photo #1.)
And everyone who made a flatulence joke. Always a nice touch.
Mr. or Mrs. Happy, expect an email from me shortly to arrange delivery of your prize. And thanks to all who contributed.
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Category Running |
Author: Chrissie Published: March 2nd, 2011
Chrissie has been named Most Valuable Triathlete in the recent Triathlon America Awards held in La Jolla, California on Monday night.
Submissions and rankings for the awards were determined by the National Voting Panel (NVP) consisting of all Triathlon America founding members and 10 additional award panel members prominent within the industry including Mark Allen, Dave Scott, Paula Newby-Fraser, Karen Smyers, as well as NBC “Today Show” host Natalie Morales.
http://triathlon.competitor.com/2011/03/news/triathlon-america-hands-out-awards_21933
Tags: additional award panel, america awards, California, Chrissie Wellington, Dave Scott, Entertainment Culture, host natalie morales, http://triathlon.competitor.com/2011/03/news/triathlon-america-hands-out-awards 21933, Human Interest, Karen Smyers, La Jolla, Mark Allen, monday night, Most Valuable Triathlete, Multi-Sports, natalie morales, National Voting Panel, nbc, nbc today show, newby, panel members, Paula Newby-Fraser, rankings, recent, show host, sport, submissions, Today Show, triathlete, triathlon, Triathlon America, Triathlon America Awards, triathlon competitor
Category Professionals |
Author: Chrissie Published: March 2nd, 2011
Chrissie has been named Most Valuable Triathlete in the recent Triathlon America Awards held in La Jolla, California on Monday night.
Submissions and rankings for the awards were determined by the National Voting Panel (NVP) consisting of all Triathlon America founding members and 10 additional award panel members prominent within the industry including Mark Allen, Dave Scott, Paula Newby-Fraser, Karen Smyers, as well as NBC “Today Show” host Natalie Morales.
http://triathlon.competitor.com/2011/03/news/triathlon-america-hands-out-awards_21933
Tags: additional award panel, america awards, California, Chrissie Wellington, Dave Scott, Entertainment Culture, host natalie morales, http://triathlon.competitor.com/2011/03/news/triathlon-america-hands-out-awards 21933, Human Interest, Karen Smyers, La Jolla, Mark Allen, monday night, Most Valuable Triathlete, Multi-Sports, natalie morales, National Voting Panel, nbc, nbc today show, newby, panel members, Paula Newby-Fraser, rankings, recent, show host, sport, submissions, Today Show, triathlete, triathlon, Triathlon America, Triathlon America Awards, triathlon competitor
Category Professionals |
Author: Chrissie Published: March 2nd, 2011
Chrissie has been named Most Valuable Triathlete in the recent Triathlon America Awards held in La Jolla, California on Monday night.
Submissions and rankings for the awards were determined by the National Voting Panel (NVP) consisting of all Triathlon America founding members and 10 additional award panel members prominent within the industry including Mark Allen, Dave Scott, Paula Newby-Fraser, Karen Smyers, as well as NBC “Today Show” host Natalie Morales.
http://triathlon.competitor.com/2011/03/news/triathlon-america-hands-out-awards_21933
Tags: additional award panel, america awards, California, Chrissie Wellington, Dave Scott, Entertainment Culture, host natalie morales, http://triathlon.competitor.com/2011/03/news/triathlon-america-hands-out-awards 21933, Human Interest, Karen Smyers, La Jolla, Mark Allen, monday night, Most Valuable Triathlete, Multi-Sports, natalie morales, National Voting Panel, nbc, nbc today show, newby, panel members, Paula Newby-Fraser, rankings, recent, show host, sport, submissions, Today Show, triathlete, triathlon, Triathlon America, Triathlon America Awards, triathlon competitor
Category Professionals |
Author: Chrissie Published: March 2nd, 2011
Chrissie has been named Most Valuable Triathlete in the recent Triathlon America Awards held in La Jolla, California on Monday night.
Submissions and rankings for the awards were determined by the National Voting Panel (NVP) consisting of all Triathlon America founding members and 10 additional award panel members prominent within the industry including Mark Allen, Dave Scott, Paula Newby-Fraser, Karen Smyers, as well as NBC “Today Show” host Natalie Morales.
http://triathlon.competitor.com/2011/03/news/triathlon-america-hands-out-awards_21933
Tags: additional award panel, america awards, California, Chrissie Wellington, Dave Scott, Entertainment Culture, host natalie morales, http://triathlon.competitor.com/2011/03/news/triathlon-america-hands-out-awards 21933, Human Interest, Karen Smyers, La Jolla, Mark Allen, monday night, Most Valuable Triathlete, Multi-Sports, natalie morales, National Voting Panel, nbc, nbc today show, newby, panel members, Paula Newby-Fraser, rankings, recent, show host, sport, submissions, Today Show, triathlete, triathlon, Triathlon America, Triathlon America Awards, triathlon competitor
Category Professionals |
Author: The Dragonfly Swimmer Published: August 25th, 2010
For those interested in understanding which events will get you qualified for Kona, here is the official list (provided by Active.com).
April 2, 2011 – 28 slots
Swim in the calm waters of Oceanside Harbor then cruise through Carlsbad State Beach on the bike and run. Due to security at Camp Pendleton, pre-riding the bike course is not permitted.
May 7, 2011 – 67 slots
If you excel in harsh conditions, this is your event. A notoriously hilly course over desert landscape offers little reprieve on the bike or run.
June 4, 2011 – 28 slots
Swim in the crystal clear waters of Hapuna Beach State Park, bike on part of the scenic Ford Ironman World Championship course, then run through the private grounds of The Fairmont Orchid Hotel resort.
June 26, 2011 – 67 slots
Located in scenic northern Idaho, Lake Coeur d’Alene was called one of the five “most beautiful lakes” by National Geographic.
July 24, 2011 – 67 slots
Bring your cheering squad to this spectator-friendly course. Ironman Lake Placid is one of the longest-running and most popular Ironman events in North America.
August 29, 2010 – 68 slots
A unique time-trial start on the swim leg and a relatively flat run are some of the defining features of Ironman Louiville. Be prepared to race in hot and humid conditions.
September 12, 2010 – 65 slots
Weave through downtown Madison and The University of Wisconsin where lively students boost spectator numbers. The bike course will keep you on your toes while the run is mostly flat.
November 6, 2010 – 65 slots
If you can survive the choppy waters of an ocean swim, the flat bike and run courses and predictable weather make this a great event for first-timers.
November 21, 2010 – 65 slots
Desert temps, even in November, can be unforgiving. With little shade and lots of wind, the bike and run courses will put your mental fitness to the test.
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Category Racing |
Author: The Dragonfly Swimmer Published: March 30th, 2010
Carl Guardino, of the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, hosts this hour-long call-in special featuring some of Silicon Valley’s tech industry heavyweights. This week he interviewed Chris to see how it began, how it is going, and where he is going.
Click here to download the podcast.
Tags: blog, California, carl guardino, CEO, CEO Show, Chris Lieto, Chris Lieto Interview, Entertainment Culture, heavyweights, hour-long call-in, industry heavyweights, Jerry Brown, KLIV 1590, Labor, Leadership, leadership group, Lieto, Person Communication and Meetings, podcast, Republican Party (United States), Silicon Valley, Silicon Valley Leadership Group, tech industry, United States
Category Professionals |
Author: The Dragonfly Swimmer Published: March 30th, 2010
Carl Guardino, of the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, hosts this hour-long call-in special featuring some of Silicon Valley’s tech industry heavyweights. This week he interviewed Chris to see how it began, how it is going, and where he is going.
Click here to download the podcast.
Tags: blog, California, carl guardino, CEO, CEO Show, Chris Lieto, Chris Lieto Interview, Entertainment Culture, heavyweights, hour-long call-in, industry heavyweights, KLIV 1590, Labor, Leadership, leadership group, Lieto, Metro Areas, Person Communication and Meetings, podcast, San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley, Silicon Valley Leadership Group, tech industry, United States
Category Professionals |
Author: The Dragonfly Swimmer Published: March 30th, 2010
Carl Guardino, of the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, hosts this hour-long call-in special featuring some of Silicon Valley’s tech industry heavyweights. This week he interviewed Chris to see how it began, how it is going, and where he is going.
Click here to download the podcast.
Tags: blog, California, carl guardino, CEO, CEO Show, Chris Lieto, Chris Lieto Interview, CKE Restaurants, Entertainment Culture, heavyweights, hour-long call-in, industry heavyweights, KLIV 1590, Labor, Leadership, leadership group, Lieto, Person Communication and Meetings, podcast, Silicon Valley, Silicon Valley Leadership Group, Texas, United States, Valley’s tech industry
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