Hi Folks,

Note to self…Got the first frost of the season.  Snow is next.

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RAVE RUN…

Last Saturday, I went to the Crusader Clinic 5K.  It was a great race.  The race was an out and back along Elm Street.  There were about 60-70 runners and the race was chipped time. 

Annie’s Locker was there handing out gear as well as other organizations providing healthy information and ideas to the runners and their families.  Of course, I came in last.  I walked the course because of my issues with my heel.  My better half came with and outside of the wind, seemed to participate in the race.  (You heard it here first, she beat me.)  Along the race course, we picked up another runner, Julie.  It was her first race and she was worried about finishing the full 3 miles.  We kept her company along the course and helped her finish the race.  She was delighted in the idea that she finished and that she didn’t come in last place. 

Most of the time, when racing, we get lost in our thoughts and forget there are folks who are running their first race and who are afraid of the distance.  Sure, 5K is easy for most of us.  But for Julie, it seemed like she was running to the other side of the earth.  Keep in mind that not everyone who toes the line at the start is a seasoned runner.  Some are downright scared to death when the gun goes off.

Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.

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I was again reminded that I need to do a better job of giving credit to folks who submit stuff to me.  This photo was submitted by Audrey Salberg.

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Remember…The Rockford Marathon and Half-Marathon registration is open.  What are you doing May 19, 2013?  If there’s enough interest, I’ll schedule our training next spring around the races.

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Tyranena Half-Marathon, Saturday, November 3, 2012.

Training schedule for the week: Same as last week…Thursday-4.5 miles and Saturday, 7-miles.

Just checked…registration is closed.  Congrats to everyone who’s running the fall (hilly) race.

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It’s about that time when the days are getting shorter.  This means we’re heading to our winter program so our running locations are limited.  If you have an idea for a run, please drop me a note.

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And now for some messages from the Hippy Dippy Weatherman.

I believe Ms Speedo mentioned on Facebook, that since there’s a nip in the air, she’s going to burn up a charge card soon.  Besides winter gear, don’t forget a good headlamp and other lights to help with the darkness of the runs. 

If you’re buying new running shoes soon, hold onto your old pair for a while.  With a few screws, they can winter shoes.  I’ll explain more in an upcoming email.

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Interval training…Tuesday, 09.25.2012, Peak Training Facility on Perryville Road.  It appears they’ll do some core fitness in the upper gym at 5:00 pm before heading north towards Rock Cut State Park.  If you just want to head to Rock Cut (no core training), they’ll be heading out at 5:45 pm.

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Don’t forget, September 2013?  The BG is heading to the Cedar City Half-Marathon in Cedar City Utah.  Book the date. 

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Lessons learned…

If it’s windy or rainy, it seems that no matter which direction you run, you will always be running into the wind and the wind will always be in your face!!

This is contrary to the Irish proverb. 

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Remember, the BG is on Facebook.  The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536. 

The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there.  So, look for some information there.  And go ahead and write on the wall.  Let others know about your running adventures.   

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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.

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WANTED: New places to run and/or new places for recovery.  All ideas will be entertained.

If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.

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Thursday, 09.27.12, Meet at Olympic Restaurant on North Main Street.  We’ll head through the cemetery towards downtown Rockford before heading back along the bike path.  Recovery is at Olympic Restaurant (cheap pizza) on North Main Street.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

Saturday, 09.29.12, Meet at the Blackhawk Spring Forest Preserve on South Mulford Road.  We take in the hills of the parks including Edweena.  This is great training for Tyranena.  Meeting time is 7:00 am.

Thursday, 10.04.12, Meet at Gerry’s Restaurant on East State Street.  We’ll head towards Midway Village running a loop or two before heading back.  Recovery is at Gerry’s on East State Street.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

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“When you make running always about time, you forget to have the time of your life.”     ~via Twitter

"The day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom."     ~Anais Nin

"I don't rate myself as a fantastic, talented athlete. I just have perseverance. I'm a cart horse. I work hard."     ~Colleen DeReuck

“Running has taught me that real pain ends after the first mile.”     ~via Twitter

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Waddle On!

Dave

The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information.

Hi Folks,

Note to self…Next year, I’ll bring a brighter light.

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RAVE RUN…

Before I write something for today’s Rave Run, I need to remind a few folks about their Rave Run.  Someone doesn’t complete a Kettle Moraine Half-Marathon and Thin Mint Run without telling us about their trials and tribulations. 

Last Thursday, Carol invited me to assist her and the rest of the Annie’s Locker group for a gear give away and run.  They held the event at Fairgrounds Park.  It’s great to see Carol and company helping folks get started in running.  And while it was cooler and raining, folks showed up for gear and afterwards, a few of us ran around the park, though the run was short.  If you love an activity, spend some time giving back to the community.  We were all beginners at one time and we all learned from an expert in the sport.  And now that we’re experts, don’t close the door to the newbies.  Extend your hand and help them through the door of running.  Carol through Annie’s Locker has help many runners get started in running and overcoming their running fears and doubts.  A huge Thank You goes out to Carol and Annie’s Locker for helping local runners. 

Last Friday, a crazy thought and activity came over me.  Ms Scubie talked me into running the twilight Coyote 10K, part of the Hobo race weekend.  Honestly, I was very comprehensive at first.  I don’t run trails.  But Ms Scubie held the infamous dangling carrot in front of me as a bribe.  She said pizza will be waiting for us at the end of the race.  We walked the race because I heard about falls along the trails and broken bones from others who have taken the journey before me.  It was dark and our headlamps provided some light of the trail.  Of course we got lost towards the beginning of the race but heck, that’s the adventure.  Around mile three, the main pack of runners started to come through.  And the stream of runners stayed with us until we crossed the finish line, some with dazzling lights that reminded me of a Christmas tree.  We finished the race is 2 hours and 11 minutes.  Of course, I let the ladies finish first, so Ms Scubie and Joyce finished ahead of me, making me the last place finisher. 

The carrot dangled in front of me by Ms Scubie as a bribe for the race was gone by the time we got back.  Yes, no pizza for me.  Note to Larry…more pizza please.  But I do have the token of a silver dollar sized blister on my heel that still hurts and oozes a clear fluid.  But, more importantly, I’ve overcome my apprehension of running trails.  Trails don’t bite.  Sure, you can fall but I’m reminded of something I learned as a kid, you can heal from a fall.  (Note to self…it just takes longer at my age.)  Overall, I had a great time.  It was a blast.  I’ll be back next year and perhaps take in a Coyote run on a Saturday morning.  And who knows, the Survivor series is coming up.  I can choose to earn the shirt or I can buy the shirt on eBay.  Though it’s a lot tougher, earning the shirt is the easier way to go.

Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.

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The Mad Snapper strikes again.  Ed and Terri after finishing the Hobo Series…85K in one weekend.  And for icing on the cake, Chicago in three weeks.  Geeks…That’s all I can say.  Congrats Ed and Terri and the other BG’ers who ran races this past weekend.

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Remember…The Rockford Marathon and Half-Marathon registration is open.  What are you doing May 19, 2013?  If there’s enough interest, I’ll schedule our training next spring around the races.

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Tyranena Half-Marathon, Saturday, November 3, 2012.

Training schedule for the week: Same as last week…Thursday-4 miles and Saturday, 6-miles.

Keep in mind…they close at 1500 registrants.  And they close early.  So if you’re thinking about running the classic, keep tabs with the website.  And the website is: http://www.tyranena.com/beerrun/

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And now for some messages from the Hippy Dippy Weatherman.

Now that there’s a nip in the air, start reviewing your winter gear.  We run throughout the winter.  Yeah, cold, snow, ice…a change of season makes running fun.

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Interval training…Tuesday, 09.18.2012, Peak Training Facility on Perryville Road.  It appears they’ll do some core fitness in the upper gym at 5:00 pm before heading out towards Rock Valley College.  If you just want to head to Rock Valley (no core training), they’ll be heading out at 5:45 pm.

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Don’t forget, September 2013?  The BG is heading to the Cedar City Half-Marathon in Cedar City Utah.  Book the date. 

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Lessons learned…

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Remember, the BG is on Facebook.  The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536. 

The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there.  So, look for some information there.  And go ahead and write on the wall.  Let others know about your running adventures.   

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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.

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WANTED: New places to run and/or new places for recovery.  All ideas will be entertained.

If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.

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Thursday, 09.20.12, Meet at Martin Park in Loves Park.  We’ll head north along the bike path, running towards Sport Score I.  Recovery is at Nunzio’s on North Second Street.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

Saturday, 09.22.12, Meet at the northwest corner of State and Madison Streets in downtown Rockford.  We’ll head north along the bike path for about 5-7 mile run.  Meeting time is 7:00 am.

Thursday, 09.27.12, Meet at Olympic Restaurant on North Main Street.  We’ll head through the cemetery towards downtown Rockford before heading back along the bike path.  Recovery is at Olympic Restaurant (cheap pizza) on North Main Street.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

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"Take an opportunity to run in new locations. We can all be explorers.”     ~via Twitter

“Not all runs require a Garmin and music. Sometimes it needs to be you and the ground.”     ~via Twitter

"In the first half of the race, don't be an idiot. In the second half, don't be a wimp."     ~via Twitter

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Waddle On!

Dave

The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information.

Hi Folks,

Note to self…Tomorrow is the anniversary of the World Trade Center attacks.  Where were you on when the attacks occurred?  I was waiting to catch the train to the south rim of the Grand Canyon.  While it’s a sad day in American history, seeing the Grand Canyon for the first time was breathtaking.  It’s Mother Nature at her best.   

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RAVE RUN…

A few weeks ago, we ran through the cemetery.  We found my relatives.  But you experience a lot while running through the cemetery.  About 50 feet from my relatives is the Robert Tinker grave site.  It’s rather large and has about 12 members of the Tinker family in the large plot.  Robert Tinker is an early Rockford industrialist and has a house named after him.  OK, he built the Swiss Cottage. 

Also while running through the cemetery we decided to walk through St. Mary’s cemetery.  There, we came upon the graves of Bishops Muldoon and Boylan.  And there was the grave of Monsieur Green whom I enjoyed serving as an altar boy back at Saint Peter’s.  Also, though it’s still unoccupied (I think), we stumbled on Bishop O’Neill’s plot. 

We also tried to find the oldest tombstone.  I believe we came across a tombstone that’s was from 1840. 

You see a lot while out on a run even in a cemetery.

Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.

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I received an email mentioning that registration for the Rockford Marathon and Half-Marathon is open.  What are you doing May 19, 2013?  If there’s enough interest, I’ll schedule our training next spring around the races.

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Tyranena Half-Marathon, Saturday, November 3, 2012.

Training schedule for the week: Thursday-4 miles and Saturday, 6-miles.

Keep in mind…they close at 1500 registrants.  And they close early.  So if you’re thinking about running the classic, keep tabs with the website.  And the website is: http://www.tyranena.com/beerrun/

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And now for some messages from the Hippy Dippy Weatherman.

West Nile Virus.  It’s still out there.

A few weeks ago, I mentioned the chip monks around the house.  Alvin’s telling me that it’s going to be a long, harsh winter.  On my Sunday run, I noticed a chip monk eating berries on the Perryville bike path.  This little guy was so fat that he barely got off the path when I came upon him.  This confirms Alvin’s story.  Fat hairy chip monks are a sign of long cold winter.

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Interval training…Tuesday, 09.11.2012, Rock Cut State Park, Puri Crest Area, 5:45 pm.  This will be a taper workout as most folks will be running the Hobo series this weekend.

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Don’t forget, September 2013?  The BG is heading to the Cedar City Half-Marathon in Cedar City Utah. 

So, book the date. 

I’ll be there…will you?

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Lessons learned…

When you’re running on a road, always remember to run against traffic.  That is to say, run to the left side of the road.  (Unless of course, you’re in the British Empire in which case, you’d run on the right side of the road.)  This will help you watch traffic as it’s coming towards you and you can take evasive action should a car get too close to you. 

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Remember, the BG is on Facebook.  The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536. 

The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there.  So, look for some information there.  And go ahead and write on the wall.  Let others know about your running adventures.   

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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.

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WANTED: New places to run and/or new places for recovery.  All ideas will be entertained.

If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.

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Thursday, 09.13.12, Meet at Bauman Park in Cherry Valley.  We’ll head west towards Mulford Road before heading back to Bauman Park for a lap or two around the lake.  Recovery is at Salamonie’s in Cherry Valley.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

Saturday, 09.15.12, Meet at the northwest corner of State and Madison Streets in downtown Rockford.  We’ll head north along the bike path for about 5-7 mile run.  Meeting time is 7:00 am.

Thursday, 09.20.12, Meet at Martin Park in Loves Park.  We’ll head north along the bike path, running towards Sport Score I.  Recovery is at Nunzio’s on North Second Street.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

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"The only place where your dream becomes impossible is in your own thinking."     ~ Robert H. Schuller

“The man who can drive himself further once the effort gets painful is the man who will win.”     ~Roger Bannister

“There are clubs you can't belong to, neighborhoods you can't live in, schools you can't get into, but the roads are always open.”     ~Nike ad

“Never let your head hang down. Never give up and sit down and grieve. Find another way.”     ~Satchel Paige

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Waddle On!

Dave

The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information.

Hi Folks,

Note to self…Please don’t take this the wrong way or for that matter, the right way.  But Sadye Scott-Hainchek of the Rockford Newspapers posted this link on her Facebook page today.  It’s kinda funny.  I was able to shave 1:40 off my marathon time.  The link is: http://www.paulryantimecalculator.com/.

Please, this is only for light humor and not an endorsement of one presidential candidate or another.

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RAVE RUN…

This isn’t a rave run as it’s a rave encounter.  As I was heading back to the parking lot on Saturday, I noticed a couple of horsemen crossing the road.  It seemed they were taking an easy pace along their route.  But, both of them were carry mugs of coffee in one of their hands.  So, they’re ridding with one hand on the bridle and one hand with a mug of coffee.  Stupid me, I thought horseback riding was a two handed event, you know like driving a car.     

So, I’m wondering, when will Stubben Saddles start putting cup holders on their saddles for the riders?  Do you think it’s coming?  And what about John Wayne, all those years in the western movies?  Do you think The Duke would want cup holders in his saddle?  The line in the movie…”Come here little fella…let me grab my water bottle out of the saddle”. 

Just my two cents.

Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.

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Tyranena Half-Marathon, Saturday, November 3, 2012.

It looks like the training for this week is: Thursday-3.5 miles and Saturday, 5-miles.

I need to tweak this information.  Some of it was lost in the fire.  So, look for more accurate information next week.

But, keep in mind…they close at 1500 registrants.  And they close early.  So if you’re thinking about running the classic, keep tabs with the website.  And the website is: http://www.tyranena.com/beerrun/

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And now for some messages from the Hippy Dippy Weatherman.

West Nile Virus.  Just because it’s dry doesn’t mean the skeeters are gone.  So, please use caution and use insect repellant to keep the skeeters at bay.

I noticed the sun setting earlier and earlier every day.  At around 7:00 pm, as we’re finishing our Thursday run, the sun is pretty much gone over the horizon.  So, please watch the times when you run and start wearing some reflective material.  You want to be seen by others including the 4-wheeled demons.

And finally…bats.  I don’t know if I dreamt this or I read it somewhere, but it appears that bats are becoming more active.  And though it’s a bad wrap, it appears bats carry rabies.  So, I don’t want to alarm you, but just be aware that bats are out and they can be dangerous. 

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Interval training…Tuesday, 09.04.2012, Rock Cut State Park, Puri Crest Area, 5:45 pm.  This is a precursor to the Hobo Runs.

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Don’t forget, September 2013?  The BG is heading to the Cedar City Half-Marathon in Cedar City Utah. 

So, book the date. 

I’ll be there…will you?

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Lessons learned…

Last week it was your cell phone, this week it’s money.  When you go out for a distance run, you may want to carry a few dollars with you.  On a long run and you’re out a energy aka hit the wall…a stiff Coke may be what the doctors order.  Most of the runs through this area, take you through a neighborhood where a convenience store is open. 

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Remember, the BG is on Facebook.  The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536. 

The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there.  So, look for some information there.  And go ahead and write on the wall.  Let others know about your running adventures.   

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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.

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WANTED: New places to run and/or new places for recovery.  All ideas will be entertained.

If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.

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Thursday, 09.06.12, Meet at Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve on South Mulford Road.  It’s time for Edweena.  Recovery is at Maciano’s on Harrison Road.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

Saturday, 09.08.12, Meet at the northwest corner of State and Madison Streets in downtown Rockford.  We’ll head north along the bike path for about 5-7 mile run.  Meeting time is 7:00 am.

Thursday, 09.13.12, Meet at Bauman Park in Cherry Valley.  We’ll head west towards Mulford Road before heading back to Bauman Park for a lap or two around the lake.  Recovery is at Salamonie’s in Cherry Valley.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

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"I hated every minute of training, but I said 'don’t quit, suffer now & live the rest of your life as a champion.'     ~Muhammad Ali

"The heart has it's reasons that reason does not know."     ~Pascal

"I believe every human has a finite number of heartbeats. I don't intend to waste any of mine."     ~Neil Armstrong  (Mr. Armstrong, some of us use our heartbeats up quicker.)

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Waddle On!

Dave

The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information.

Hi Folks,

Note to self…Let the games begin.  They occur every four years and they can be just as exciting as the Olympics.

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RAVE RUN…

This Thursday’s run is the cemetery run.  This time we’ll find my kin.  And as someone pointed out last week, it’s a full moon.  Oh, and a blue one at that.

Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.

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A few folks have asked about Tyranena Half-Marathon.  It’s on the calendar.  So, start training for the best 13.1 miles of running you can like in around the area. 

The date is Saturday, November 3, 2012.

Please keep in mind…they close at 1500 registrants.  And they close early.  So if you’re thinking about running the classic, keep tabs with the website.  And the website is: http://www.tyranena.com/beerrun/

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And now for some messages from the Hippy Dippy Weatherman.

Just a quick re-note about West Nile Virus.  Please use caution and use insect repellant to keep the skeeters at bay.

I have a few chip monks (ground squirrels) running around in the yard.   They like to tease the dogs and cats.  There’s one that hangs out in the dog pen and like to race the dogs when we let the terriers out.  But the chip monks are getting fuzzier and fatter than normal.  I think it’s a sign that it’s going to be a long, cold winter and maybe an earlier winter.  This is a warning.  Alvin says winter is on its way. 

And don’t worry.  The pups will never catch Alvin.

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Interval training…Tuesday, 08.28.2012, Lutheran High School, North Alpine Road, 5:45 pm.  I think there’s some Waterfront 5K training involved. 

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Don’t forget, September 2013?  The BG is heading to the Cedar City Half-Marathon in Cedar City Utah. 

So, book the date. 

I’ll be there…will you?

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Lessons learned…

It’s a good idea to carry your cell phone with you when you run.  You never know if there will be an emergency and you need to call someone/police quickly.  And the emergencies don’t necessarily involve you.  You just never know what you’ll find out on a run.

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Remember, the BG is on Facebook.  The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536. 

The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there.  So, look for some information there.  And go ahead and write on the wall.  Let others know about your running adventures.   

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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.

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WANTED: New places to run and/or new places for recovery.  All ideas will be entertained.

If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.

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Thursday, 08.30.12, Meet at Pino’s on North Main Street.  It’s the cemetery tour.  We’ll head downtown, cross the bridge and head back on the bike path.  Recovery is at Pino’s.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

Saturday, 09.01.12, Meet at the small parking lot on Hart Road in Rock Cut State Park just east of Perryville Road.  About a block in, there’s a small parking lot on the right.  We’ll run a loop around Rock Cut.  Meeting time is 7:00 am.

Thursday, 09.06.12, Meet at Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve on South Mulford Road.  It’s time for Edweena.  Recovery is at Maciano’s on Harrison Road.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

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"Just keep going.  Everybody gets better if they keep at it."     ~Ted Williams

"You must find the place inside yourself where nothing is impossible."     ~Deepak Chopra

“You can never conquer the mountain, you can only conquer yourself!”     ~via Twitter

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Waddle On!

Dave

The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information.

Hi Folks,

Note to self…Even though the Olympics are over, I will watch track and field events on TV.  Great athletes just don’t perform every four years.

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RAVE RUN…

I received this note from a BG’er about the Olympics after last week’s email hit the transmission lines.

My Olympic moment...apart from the opening and closing ceremony...Mo Hayer, who Jack says looks like ET...his face, grinning from ear to ear, when he won the gold for Britain in the men's 5,000m and 10,000m.  What a joy.

Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.

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And now for some messages from the Hippy Dippy Weatherman.

Hot…cold…hot…cold.  I wish da Mudda will make up her mind.  I think she has.  It will be cold by December…give or take. 

Two things…

I noticed lately as I’ve been running after quitting time from my imaginary job, the sun has been setting earlier and earlier.  So, as we go into fall and the dark months, please wear reflective gear and clothing so that you can stand out to drivers.  And along these lines, start thinking about gear for the winter months.  We run in the dark, so some headlamps and other lights will come in handy during our winter runs. 

And sorry, I’m just the message carrier.

Second…West Nile Virus.  Dallas Texas has been hit hard with West Nile Virus of late.  It seems over the last few months, with the hot, dry weather, skeeters in this area haven’t been out.  But, with the rains we’ve had over the last few weeks, I’m sure they’re just waiting to fly again.  So, please wear insect repellant and keep West Nile Virus at bay.  I really want to go toe to toe with you at upcoming races.  Don’t let mosquitoes ruin that. 

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Interval training…Tuesday, 08.21.2012, Lutheran High School, North Alpine Road, 5:45 pm.  I believe the intervals are short but with a twist, a very hard twist.

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So, what are you doing in September 2013?  The BG has been invited by Audrey (ok imposed by the group but with no opposition) to the Cedar City Half-Marathon in Cedar City Utah.  The date is September 14, 2013 and it’s deemed as an amazing run on the best 13.1 course around. 

So, book the date. 

As next year rolls around and we’ve conquered another Rockford Half-Marathon, it will be time to set our sights on the Cedar City Half.  So, put it in your racing calendar for next year.  Over the first few month of next year, I’ll check out room rates, flights, etc etc etc.  I know that the three of the greatest national parks are within a short drive of the race.  So, you can plan some vacation time around the half.

I’ll be there…will you?

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Lessons learned…

At last week’s recovery, we talked about an incident that happened to a fellow runner while out on a run at Midway Village.  Her car was broken in to.  Apparently, they took her purse which included credit cards, cell phones, etc etc etc. 

Before you leave your home, secure your personal stuff ie purse, wallet, money, in a safe location in your car.  I understand that thieves watch where you put your stuff as you get ready for a run, only to come back to your car when you’re out running.  Don’t give thieves the opportunity to steal.  Take care of yourself.

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Remember, the BG is on Facebook.  The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536. 

The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there.  So, look for some information there.  And go ahead and write on the wall.  Let others know about your running adventures.   

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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.

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WANTED: New places to run and/or new places for recovery.  All ideas will be entertained.

If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.

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Thursday, 08.23.12, Meet at Maciano’s on Perryville Road.  We’ll run north on the bike path towards Rock Cut State Park.  The distance should be about 5-6 miles of hills…yes, we love hills.  Recovery is at Maciano’s on Perryville.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

Saturday, 08.25.12, Meet at the northwest corner of State and Madison Streets.  We’ll head north along the river on the bike path.  The distance should be about 6+ miles.  Meeting time is 7:00 am.

Thursday, 08.30.12, Meet at Pino’s on North Main Street.  It’s the cemetery tour and this time, I think I can find the way.  After the cemetery, we’ll head downtown, cross the bridge and head back on the bike path.  Recovery is at Pino’s.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

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And these are for Ms. RN.  Sorry for the mix up last week. 

"Running long on Sunday mornings is my form of worship and a time of reflection."     ~Staff Blog: Competitor Magazine

"The greatest pleasure in life is doing the things people say we cannot do."     ~Walter Bagehot

“Some of the world's greatest feats were accomplished by people not smart enough to know they were impossible.”     ~Doug Larson

“Never let your head hang down. Never give up and sit down and grieve. Find another way.”     ~Satchel Paige

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Waddle On!

Dave

The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information.

Hi Folks,

Note to self…Compromising your integrity, let’s the devil know your price.

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RAVE RUN…

Now, I’m suffering with POS, Post Olympic Syndrome.  Overall, I enjoyed the Olympics.  I should have asked a month ago, for folks to send me their memorable Olympic moments.  Then you would have thought about it when you watched the Olympics over the last few weeks.  If you have a memory, drop me a note for an upcoming Rave Run.

But here are some of my closing moments from the Olympics from the last week or so….

Funny, even though the race was held earlier in the day and the winners named, I still yelled at the TV Saturday night while the US and Jamaica ran the 100X4 relays.  The US’s time tied the world record.  Now if we can only keep Bolt off their team.  BTW…I heard that in the 100 meter, Bolt takes 47 steps while most others take 52.  ZZ Top…he’s got the legs.

My hats off go to Sarah Attar from the Saudi Republic.  She ran the women’s 800 meter race.  She came in last, about a minute behind the winner and the race is about two minutes (and change) long.  But she finished and she represented a country that has a very male dominant culture. 

Then there’s Liu Xiang from China.  Poor guy.  His race was the 110 hurdles.  He didn’t make it over the first hurdle and crashed to the ground.  But, knowing he had to finish what he started, decided to get off the ground and limp to the finish line.  I believe I saw on TV where he graciously kissed the last hurdle, perhaps a show of respect to the race.

And there’s Morgan Uceny from the US.  She was favored to win (or at least medal) in the women’s 1500 meter final.  The bell rang out signaling the final lap of the race.  Somehow, Uceny tripped and crashed to the ground.  The camera showed her angry, mad, and hitting the ground in discuss.  I think I commented “that’s what we’ll remember about her, she should have finished”.  Honestly, it brought back memories of Zola Budd and Mary Decker from the 1984 Olympic 3000 meter race.  I remember Mary Decker in tears.  I believe there’s a quote from General Patton that goes something like…it doesn’t matter how many times you fall, it’s how many times you get up.  So Morgan Uceny, I’ll forever remember you…on the ground. 

These are some of my great moments from the last week or so.  When you race, run, or even clam…give it your best.  That’s what we’ll remember.

And if you have a favorite Olympic moment, send it my way.  I’ll through it in the Rave Run.  Now, it’s onto our next favorite sport occurring every four years…conventions and presidential campaigning. 

Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.

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Final plea…Armando is running the Chicago Marathon on behalf of the Mission of our Lady Angels charity.  If you want to make a donation, please make checks or money orders out to Mission of Our Lady of Angels and send them to: Armando Quinones Sr., 516 Blenheim Dr.,  Rockford IL 61108.

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And now for some messages from the Hippy Dippy Weatherman.

I think da Mudda has been smoking too many funny mushrooms.  A few weeks ago, it was hot.  And now, you almost need a long sleeved shirt for this weather. 

As you run, please be careful of the temperature changed.  The body needs time to acclimate to the temperatures and weather conditions.

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Interval training…Tuesday, 08.14.2012, Lutheran High School, North Alpine Road, 5:45 pm.  I think the workout is 800 meters…good ones and bad ones.  WOW!  Good luck.

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Lessons learned…

Everyone knows everything…no lessons learned.

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Remember, the BG is on Facebook.  The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536. 

The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there.  So, look for some information there.  And go ahead and write on the wall.  Let others know about your running adventures.   

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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.

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WANTED: New places to run and/or new places for recovery.  All ideas will be entertained.

If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.

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Thursday, 08.16.12, Meet at Harlem High School, parking lot to the right as you enter off of Alpine Road.  We’ll run the path towards Rock Cut State Park for about a 5-6 mile loop.  Recovery is at Pig Minds, 4080 Steele Road, north of highway 173 in Machesney Park.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

Saturday, 08.18.12, Meet at the south end of Machesney Park Mall near the Penny’s entrance.  We’ll run south towards Sports Score Park and returning back to the parking lot.  The total run should be about 6 miles.  Meeting time is 7:00 am.

Thursday, 08.23.12, Meet at Maciano’s on Perryville Road.  We’ll run north on the bike path towards Rock Cut State Park.  The distance should be about 5-6 miles of hills…yes, we love hills.  Recovery is at Maciano’s on Perryville.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

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Finish the race…http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hq3rOMnLGBk

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Waddle On!

Dave

The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information.

Hi Folks,

Note to self…When the going gets tough, at the end, the tough go to Disney. 

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RAVE RUN…

I hope everyone has been watching the Olympics.  With my down time, I’ve been able to catch some interesting events, like fencing.  Talk about a quick sport.  Or there’s trampoline.  Really?  Where’s Judy Ford?

But in watching the events over the last 10 days or so, a few moments stuck in my head. 

I was watching the women’s 10,000 meter finals on Friday afternoon.  The lead pack of 4 or 5 women caught the slower runners with about 2 or 3 laps to the finish.  I remember many times, I knew I wasn’t going to finish with the big dogs and decided to stay on the porch. 

Then there’s the men’s 400 meter run qualifying race.  LeShawn Merritt.  He pulled a hamstring a few weeks ago.  He decided to run the 400 meter race.   After all, he’s the defending champion.  About 100 meters into the race, the hamstring gave out and he limped off the field.  I wish I had a nickel for every time I decided that my muscles and joints were sore and decided to stay home.

Then there’s Oscar Pistorious, 400 meter runner.  Need I say anything? 

But my favorite moment over the last 10 days of the Olympics is the rower from Niger, Hamadou Djibo Issaka.  He started in the sport of rowing back in May.  He came in last in his heat of races, but his comment, "I passed the finish line. It was great."   And sorry Cali-Chick, I don’t think he cared on how well he looked.

I guess the point of my Rave Run is, how many times have we felt like the athletics I mentioned above and decided to clam it?  I know for me, there have been many times.  But what makes the athletics at the Olympics different from us, is they try, they don’t care if they come in last.  They gave it their best. 

Sure, one can say that they did this because it’s the Olympics.  And I’ll agree.  But we are all Olympic athletics in our own right and we should take some heed to what the Olympics demonstrate for us.  Go for it, life’s not a dress rehearsal.  You just never know when you’re going to strike GOLD.

Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.

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Just a reminder that Armando is running the Chicago Marathon on behalf of the Mission of our Lady Angels charity.  If you want to make a donation, please make checks or money orders out to Mission of Our Lady of Angels and send them to: Armando Quinones Sr., 516 Blenheim Dr.,  Rockford IL 61108.

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And now for some messages from the Hippy Dippy Weatherman.

I think da Mudda is becoming tamed.  The temps will be lower than normal. 

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Interval training…Tuesday, 08.07.2012, Lutheran High School, North Alpine Road, 5:45 pm. 

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Lessons learned…

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Remember, the BG is on Facebook.  The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536. 

The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there.  So, look for some information there.  And go ahead and write on the wall.  Let others know about your running adventures.   

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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.

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WANTED: New places to run and/or new places for recovery.  All ideas will be entertained.

If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.

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Thursday, 08.09.12, It’s the “Where’s Scubie run”.  Meet at the northwest corner of State and Madison Streets in downtown Rockford.  We’ll run towards Sinnissippi Park and stop by and meet up with Ethel.  Somewhere in the park is Ms. Scubie and we need to find her.  Recovery is at Carlyle Brewing on East State Street.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

Saturday, 08.11.12, Meet at Rock Cut State Park, Olsen Lake parking lot.  We’ll run a loop around the park on the road.  Meeting time is 7:00 am.

Thursday, 08.16.12, Meet at Harlem High School, parking lot to the right as you enter off of Alpine Road.  We’ll run the path towards Rock Cut State Park for about a 5-6 mile loop.  Recovery is at Pig Minds, north of highway 173.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

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"When someone says to you.. “You can’t”.  Look them in the eye and say…”Watch me”.     ~Oscar Pistorious

“Passion is pushing myself when there is no one else around, just me & the road.”     ~Ryan Shay

"Somebody who's got nothing to lose can be very, very dangerous."     ~via Twitter

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Waddle On!

Dave

The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information.

Hi Folks,

Note to self…While our attention is focused on the American swimmers at the London Olympic games, there was a women who medaled in her 5^th Olympic games in skeet shooting.  Her name is Kim Rhode.

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RAVE RUN…

Rumor has it and I read it on the Internet (so it must be true) that the current distance of the marathon was set at the 1908 London Olympics so that the runners can finish in from of the Royal Box. 

This Sunday is the women’s Olympic marathon.  Of course, all of our TV’s will be set to watch the race and for about 3 hours, our eyes will be glued to the screen.  I’m not sure if anyone from the Royal Family will be in attendance.  They’re too busy jumping out of airplanes. 

Got to love it!

Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.

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Just a reminder that Armando is running the Chicago Marathon on behalf of the Mission of our Lady Angels charity.  If you want to make a donation, please make checks or money orders out to Mission of Our Lady of Angels and send them to: Armando Quinones Sr., 516 Blenheim Dr.,  Rockford IL 61108.

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And now for some messages from the Hippy Dippy Weatherman.

Snow is forecasted for next week.  Temps in the 20’s.

OK…it’s a dream.  But winter is coming.

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Interval training…Tuesday, 07.31.2012, Rock Cut State Park, Puri Crest picnic area, 5:45 pm. 

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Lessons learned…

When you're preparing for your next race , make sure you pin your bib number to your shirt  AND put the chip on your shoe.  In case of emergency, however , the race scorers are helpful and will give you a replacement chip if you do leave yours at home. 
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Remember, the BG is on Facebook.  The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536. 

The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there.  So, look for some information there.  And go ahead and write on the wall.  Let others know about your running adventures.   

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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.

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WANTED: New places to run and/or new places for recovery.  All ideas will be entertained.

If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.

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Thursday, 08.02.12, Meet at Bauman Park in Cherry Valley.  We’ll run east along the streets before heading back towards the park and running a loop (or two) around the lake.  Recovery is at Salamone’s Restaurant in Cherry Valley.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

Saturday, 07.28.12, Meet at Harlem High School, North Alpine Road, in the front parking lot, near the administration building.  We’ll head down the bike path towards Rock Cut State Park for about a 6 mile run.  Meeting time is 7:00 am.

Thursday, 08.09.12, Meet at the northwest corner of State and Madison Streets in downtown Rockford.  We’ll run towards Sinnissippi Park and stop by and meet up with Ethel.  Recovery is at Carlyle Brewing on East State Street.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

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"Life is meant to be lived. Take risks. Feel passion. Discover love. Run free.”     ~Twitter

"There are those days when it's hard to put one foot in front of the other, but those are the days when champions are created"     ~McNally

“It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare, it is because we do not dare that they are difficult.”     ~ Seneca

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Waddle On!

Dave

The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information.

Hi Folks,

Note to self…Saw my first back to school sales commercial.  Oh boy, here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus, walking down Santa Claus trail. 

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RAVE RUN…

There’s just something calming about running in a cemetery.  It’s a peaceful and tranquil place.  There are a few games you can play while you’re heading around on the roads.  You can play tombstone bingo where you try to find the oldest and newest tombstone in the cemetery.  You can also play, ‘Name That Family’ where you try and figure out if the surname on the headstone has any historical significant to the area.

Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.

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Last Thursday, the folks at recovery called an audible.  This Thursday, 07/12/2012, instead of meeting for our run at Maciano’s, we’re meeting at Blackhawk Spring Forest Preserve on South Mulford Road.  Recovery will still be at Maciano’s.

Don’t forget your bug spray.

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And now for some messages from the Hippy Dippy Weatherman.

Drink plenty of liquids.  Wear a hat and sunglasses to help with the sun.  Wear an insect repellant to ward off skeeters.

Da Mudda wants to correct my January forecast of snow and low temperatures to mild weather and temperatures in the 80’s.

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Interval training…Tuesday, 07.10.2012, Rock Cut State Park, Puri Crest picnic area, 5:45 pm. 

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Lessons learned…

If you are going to race in extreme heat, you must hydrate the week before, not the morning of, plus find a race with lots of shade.

I felt sick after the MELD 8K on the 4^th of July.  I have not had that happen before, even after the 20K Survivor Run on 3/17 or the Rockford half. Both those races were on very warm humid days.

Looking back at the week before the MELD, I realized I didn’t drink my usual amount of water during the day at work. Too busy I guess, and I only had 2 work days before the race.  Big mistake.  I am usually very good about drinking a lot of water during the days before races.

The nice thing about trail runs is lots of shade, and it was cool under the pine trees giving us a break.

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Remember, the BG is on Facebook.  The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536. 

The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there.  So, look for some information there.  And go ahead and write on the wall.  Let others know about your running adventures.   

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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.

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WANTED: New places to run and/or new places for recovery.  All ideas will be entertained.

If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.

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Thursday, 07.12.12, Meet at Blackhawk Spring Forest Preserve on South Mulford Road.  Recovery is at Maciano’s on Harrison Avenue.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

Saturday, 07.14.12, Meet at the north-west corner of State and Madison Streets.  We’ll run an out and back along the river on the bike path.  Meeting time is 7:00 am.

Thursday, 07.19.12, Meet at Martin Park in Loves Park.  We’ll run north towards the Bower Bridge and back.  Recovery is at Nunzio’s on North Second Street.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

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"Every morning in Africa a gazelle wakes up. It knows it must run faster than the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning a lion wakes up. It knows it must outrun the slowest gazelle or it will starve to death. It doesn't matter whether you are a lion or a gazelle – when the sun comes up, you had better be running."     ~Unknown

“It is not so much what is ahead of us or behind us, but what is inside us that counts.”     ~Steven Covey

"No matter how carefully you plan your goals they will never be more than pipe dreams unless you pursue them with gusto."     ~W. Clement Stone

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Waddle On!

Dave

The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information.

Hi Folks,

Note to self…This week we celebrate the birthday of our great country.  Last year, I had the privilege of visiting the National Archives where I viewed the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution.  I also visited the Smithsonian Museum of American History and saw the Stars and Stripes (the one that flew over Fort McHenry during the penning of the Star Spangled Banner).  Happy Birthday America.  You have chinks in your armor, but you’re still standing strong.

The Fourth of July is the start of…back to school sales and county fairs. 

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RAVE RUN…

Last week I noted about the bird that I found on the bike path and moved him to the grassy area.  It was great to hear from a few folks about similar actions. 

While da Mudda can kick our butts with the weather, I think she’s like us for watching out for her little critters. 

Send me your favorite Youtube video’s, stories, and photos of moments, experiences, places, or people that you feel we can enjoy reading about in the BG email.

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Last week I mentioned the story about the US’s women’s 100 meter Olympic team.  The third place finishers…tied.  This evening there was to be a runoff for the final spot between Allyson Felix and Jeneba Tarmoh.  Late this afternoon Tarmoh conceded the spot to Felix. 

The Olympics start later this month.  Presuming my TV antennae is working; I’ll record some events and host recovery while watching them.  

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And now for some messages from the Hippy Dippy Weatherman.

Still hot, still humid, still buggy.

Drink plenty of liquids.  Wear a hat and sunglasses to help with the sun.  Wear an insect repellant to ward off skeeters.

Please take care of yourself in this repressive heat. 

Forecast is for 8 inches of snow and temperatures hovering near 10 degrees…next January.

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Interval training…Tuesday, 07.03.2012, Rock Cut State Park, Puri Crest picnic area, 5:45 pm. 

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Lessons learned…

As we close in on hunting season, don’t forget to wear a bright orange cap or vest tells the hunters that you’re not dashing prey asking to be field dressed and barbequed. 

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Remember, the BG is on Facebook.  The link to the group now is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/3R-Buddy-Group/113136022536. 

The dates and activities for the next month or so should be out there.  So, look for some information there.  And go ahead and write on the wall.  Let others know about your running adventures.   

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If you need information about a run or location, feel free to give me a call at 815-222-1280.

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WANTED: New places to run and/or new places for recovery.  All ideas will be entertained.

If you want to share any ideas for a run or recovery; if you'll be venturing to a distant race and you want to car-pool with some folks; or if you're training for a race and you want a training partner, pass the information onto me and I'll send the word out to others.

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Thursday, 07.05.12, Meet at Pino’s on North Main Street.  We’ll head through the neighborhood before heading across the river and onto the bike path, before heading back.  Recovery is at Pino’s.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

Saturday, 07.07.12, Meet at Rock Cut State Park, Olson Beach parking lot.  We’ll run a loop of the park on the roads.  Meeting time is 7:00 am.

Thursday, 07.12.12, Meet at Maciano’s on Harrison Avenue.  We’ll run the Charles Street bike path.  Recovery is at Maciano’s on Harrison Avenue.  Meeting time is 6:00 pm.

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"Happiness is pushing your limits and watching them back down"     ~New Balance ad

"Running is the ultimate faith healer, restoring belief not only in oneself but life’s possibilities.”     ~Bart Yasso

“The only reason I would take up jogging is so that I could hear heavy breathing again.”      ~Erma Bombeck

“If God invented marathons to keep people from doing anything more stupid, the triathlon must have taken Him completely by surprise.”     ~P.Z. Pearce

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Waddle On!

Dave

The Buddy Group is open to any runners and walkers who want to come out and enjoy running and/or walking. We charge no fees and you do not have to be a member of any club. Please contact David Kiefer at davidkiefer@att.net for more information