•     Spring is on its way and the Runnin' of the Green on March 16 is fast approaching. Don't forget to sign up and join in the fun!    

MARCH 2024

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President's Message for March

by Ravi Chauhan
HMRRC President, Ravi Chauhan, gives a club update for March 2024. Prepare for spring and longer days, the Runnin’ of The Green 5k, and more! For full article, click here

The 2023-2024 Ed Thomas Winter Series Survivors

Check out the club members who made the Winter Series Survivor List! For full article, click here

Don Cohen: HMRRC’s Gentle Giant

by Tom Bulger
Don Cohen was a beloved member of HMRRC who passed away in January of 2024. Don was known by his friends as the "Gentle Giant" of HMRRC. Tom Bulger, a friend of Don, wrote an article in memory of Don for The Pace Setter. For full article, click here

The Evolution of Runnin' of the Green in the Capital Region

by Brian Northan
The Runnin' of the Green is not only a premier St. Patrick's Day road race but it is also one of the Capital Region's older road races. Brian Northan provides some historical background on the race before the 2024 event to be held on March 16th. For full article, click here

Choosing to Run: A Gritty Triumph of Perseverance - A Review of Des Linden's Memoir

by Tom O’Grady
Des Linden's memoir tells the story of her historic, unforgettable win at the 2018 Boston Marathon and provides insight into the life of a champion. Choosing to Run is inspirational and shares Des's personal story and what keeps her showing up. For full article, click here

Don’t Forget To Sign Up for the USATF Grand Prix Race - Firefighters Run 4 Your Life 5k

The 2024 Firefighters Run 4 Your Life 5k is scheduled for Saturday March 30th, 2024. This year's edition of the event promises to have the largest showing of participants. The 5k race will also serve as the second event of the USATF Adirondack Association’s Grand Prix series. Please see the press release for more information about the race, 5k course, a national scholarship opportunity, and title sponsors! For full article, click here

Olympic Trials Marathon - Two Athletes With Local Connections Finish in the Top 4

by Mark Mindel
The Olympic Trials Qualifying race for the Marathon was held Saturday February 3, 2024 in Orlando Florida. Two athletes with local connections, Louis Serafini and Jonathon Aziz, competed in the event. This article provides a detailed account of both athletes’ experience at the trials. For full article, click here

Just Run Wrap Up for 2023

by Ken Skinner
HMRRC sponsors a youth running program, Just Run, for primary school students throughout the Capital District. The Just Run program culminates in the spring with a track meet and in the fall with a Cross Country meet. Read some highlights from the 2023 Just Run program provided by the Coordinator, Ken Skinner. For full article, click here

Exercise or Medicine

by Dr. Benita Zahn
Exercise can be as great for your mental health as it is for your physical health. Dr. Benita Zahn describes some of the benefits of running on our mental health and the research that supports this. For full article, click here

The Athlete's Kitchen - Nutrition Advice: Does one-size-fit-all?

by Nancy Clark MS RD CSSD
How you eat and fuel your body is of utmost importance for your athletic performance. How, what and when you eat before and after exercise is important but complicated. Ms. Clark unravels the complexities for you that will improve your athletic performance. For full article, click here

The Yin and Yang of Running

by Russ Ebbets
Running and training offers a multitude of dichotomies that necessitate continual choices. These choices are driven by one’s intent, knowledge, goals and aspirations, but can also be driven by one’s ignorance and stupidity. In this article we’ll examine some dichotomies that are commonly present for a runner. For full article, click here

“Nothing Will Go Wrong”: My Clearwater 50k Experience

by Jon Lindenauer
Jon Lindenauer recounts his experience at the 2024 Clearwater 50k where he set the course record in a time of 3:11:47. For full article, click here

Yoga for Runners – Pose of the Month: Standing Figure Four, Ardha Utkatasana

by Sally Drake
Each month, Sally Drake features a yoga pose, breathing technique or guided meditation that is beneficial for runners. Yoga helps improve flexibility; increase strength; enhance balance and stability; provide stress relief, better breathing and faster recovery. Even just a few minutes of yoga added to your pre or post run routine will positively impact not just your athletic pursuits, but all areas of your life. For full article, click here

Tom and Sara O'Grady, Editors

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