Weather conditions Archive
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Event Preparation Checklist
Posted on May 20, 2012 | No CommentsYou’ve trained diligently for your event and now all you have to do is get a good night’s sleep, wake up early enough in the morning and head to the starting line. But, do you have everything you need? Many participants, from first-timers to veterans,... -
Logging
Posted on May 20, 2012 | No CommentsKeeping track of exercise sessions and how we feel during exercise allows us to see improvement, helps us learn to avoid mistakes that lead to injury and helps us stay accountable and consistent. Logging can also be a great source of inspiration, both to yourself... -
Minto Brown Flood Alert – March 2012
Posted on March 30, 2012 | No CommentsFlood level updates available at this site: http://water.weather.gov/ahps2/hydrograph.php?wfo=pqr&gage=slmo3 NOAA – National Weather Service If the level reads above 17ft, then a portion of the bike paths in Minto-Brown Pk are under water. At 19ft, the back portions of the park and portions of Homestead Rd... -
Factors Affecting Your Heart Rate
Posted on March 18, 2012 | No CommentsYour body relies as heavily on the oxygen/fuel ratio as your car does. Much like your car’s engine, your body uses oxygen and various fuels (carbohydrates, fats, and proteins) to yield muscle energy. When this ratio is not in balance in the body, a whole... -
Hydration Tips for Runners at Runner’s World
Posted on February 16, 2011 | No CommentsSipping Points – Hydration Tips for Runners at Runner’s World. For better hydration – sip, don’t gulp your water during a workout or run. Good summary of electrolyte drinks included in this article. Read more for the latest research on how to prevent dehydration—and boost... -
How do I run in Wind and Rain?
Posted on November 20, 2010 | 2 CommentsWind is probably one of the toughest weather conditions a runner has to deal with because it can be so unpredictable. When it’s excessively windy does your head fill with images of Piglet flying through the sky in Winnie the Pooh and the Blustery Day? ... -
Will I Melt If I Run in the RAIN?
Posted on November 8, 2010 | No CommentsContrary to the fate of the the Wicked Witch of the West, it is highly unlikely you will melt when water contacts your skin while running. However, the likelihood of chafing and blisters does increase when the raindrops fall. Be prepared! Avoid cotton next to... -
Thoughts: Post-PDX Marathon 10/10/10
Posted on October 13, 2010 | 2 CommentsCongratulations to all finishers on 10/10/10! Mother Nature dealt a crooked hand this past Sunday in Portland, OR. Soggy shoes, soggy shirts, and soggy shorts ruled the morning. Our TeamGFR Marathon and Half-Marathon group performed bravely! Finishers endured a record setting rainfall for marathon day...