The 5th running of Running Room Sudbury's Hypothermic Half Marathon turned out to be our best so far. A full field of 50+ runners competed in sunny -5ish weather with roads that were in good shape for February. In the past we've had everything from a major snowstorm to -30 temperatures to backsiding slush. Finally we got a run that wasn't so hypothermic. It was great for the participants as the Running Room provided a toque and glove set to all registrants plus when the run was over we were treated to a complimentary full feature buffet at Buzzy Browns where we could eat, swap stories and flash our finishing medals.

On the finishing side, Sudbury Rocks!! member, Steve Fessenden was the overall winner in 1:34:54 narrowly outkicking 2nd place finisher Russell Wood (1:35:59). Joel Ruel was third in 1:37:55. Stacy Haner, Rocks!! from Manitoulan Island, was first female in 1:42:09. Lisa Stafford, Rocks!! from Sudbury, took second in 1:45:51 and Helen Francis, Naughton, came third in 1:47:55.

Congratulations to everyone and thank you to the Running Room and all volunteers who made the event the success it was. The aid stations and marshals were many and spirited. One marshal who will remain anonymous even passed out wine (there were numerous takers).

All Results Here

 

February 15, 2009: Approximately 50 skiiers took part in the 2009 Sofie Manarin Nickel Loppet. Event distances ranged from the 1k and 2k Dairy Queen Youth Challenge through to the 6k to 30k open events. Weather was great with sunny skies and temperatures just below zero. The course was a little granular as ice conditions had prevailed during the week but the groomers did a very good job of ensuring the tracks were set well and were safe.

Official results should be available soon.

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Exercise and aging Part 1

One for the ages: A series on aging and exercise performance

Well, it's been a while since I've had time to lift my head and do any kind of series on exercise physiology, having instead been confined (happily, I might add) to current affairs in the world of sports science and management.

However, this past week, the following story caught my eye:

60 year old runner from Japan run 2:36:30

Exercise and aging Part 2

Exercise and aging: Growing old gracefully, with speed!

Yesterday we began a series on exercise and aging by looking at the world records across the age categories. To remind you, here's the graph minus the notes from yesterday:

Following the success of the first 2009 Big Training Day, I am pleased to announce that Discomfort Zone Performance Coaching is offering a second Big Training Day this season. Taking place on Sunday March 8th, this one-day indoor triathlon clinic is a fun, social way to kickstart your training for the year, meet new people, and learn a ton of great skills you can bring to the race course this summer. Additionally, David Bialkowski will be on hand to share his skills and knowledge as a community coach, 20+ year veteran triathlete, and master bike mechanic.

I am also thrilled to announce that this training day is open to both adults and young athletes (aged 10 and up and capable of swimming 100m continuously in a pool). Throughout the day, groups will be separated based on age and ability for skill development, training and games where appropriate.

Details and a tentative itinerary are below. Athletes and parents with questions regarding this training day can contact coach Mike directly at mike@discomfortzone.com.




2009 Discomfort Zone Big Training Day 2

Date: Sunday, March 8th
Time: 7am-3:30pm
Location: Laurentian University Athletic Centre (Ben Avery Building)
Cost: $50 per person, with a $6 discount for OAT members

Tentative Itinerary:

7:00am - Registration
7:30-9:00am - Dryland warmup and Swim Technique Session
9:30-11:30am - Indoor Cycling Session, transition skills and games
11:30am - Lunch and Bike Maintenance Clinic (bring your own tools and tire changing equipment if you have them)
1:45pm - Run Technique Session on the new indoor track, including strength/flexibility exercises and more games
3:30pm - Training Day ends