Monthly Archives: June 2008

Shirt Delays

Posted on June 26, 2008 by Cindi

We’ve all been waiting forever for this last shipment of shirts to be printed. I needed to change screen printers and chose the company I’m using because of a recommendation. Shortly after I dropped the shirts off for printing, my … Continue reading →

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Rain Delay

Posted on June 25, 2008 by Cindi

I was pretty excited to get out walking today because it was just so beautiful. I got home, changed my clothes, was ready to walk out the door and it started pouring down rain! I might have walked anyway, but … Continue reading →

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Strength Training

Posted on June 24, 2008 by Cindi

Last night I started what I’m calling my “knee rehab”. I’m tired of my knee swelling, and my last diagnosis was a tracking problem. A trainer recently provided some advice on exercies that can strengthen my knees. I started with … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Road Runner

Posted on June 23, 2008 by Cindi

Columbus now has a new Road Runner store. Last night they hosted a pizza party and injury prevention clinic for the members of the Buckeye Striders. About ten of us went and had a great time. I arrived a little … Continue reading →

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USATF Junior Racewalk Championships Results

Posted on June 22, 2008 by Cindi

For more information about the other events held today, go to http://www.deltatiming.com/2008_usatf_juniors.aspx. Event 110 Men 10000 Meter Race Walk================================================================ World: W 38:46.4h 5/20/2000 Viktor Burayev, RUS American: A 42:50.20 6/21/2002 Ben Shorey, Wisconsin-Park Meet: M 42:50.20 6/21/2002 Ben Shorey, Wisconsin-Park … Continue reading →

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My First Racewalk Championships (Yes, I was watching.)

Posted on June 22, 2008 by Cindi

The USATF Junior National T&F Championships were held today in Columbus, OH. On the campus of Ohio State, the events were held at the Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium. I have never volunteered to help with a racewalk of this calibre … Continue reading →

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Promax 70

Posted on June 20, 2008 by Cindi

I’m not a big fan a energy bars, meal replacement bars and drinks, etc. I would rather have an apple, a salad or even a small hamburger than some chemical-induced meal replacement bar that is no better than a 50 … Continue reading →

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How Many Calories do you Need?

Posted on June 19, 2008 by Cindi

I just found out about this cool calorie “calculator” from Bonnie Stein’s newsletter. It’s at http://nutrition.about.com/od/changeyourdiet/a/calguide.htm?nl=1. With this great little tool, you can find the number of calories you need to maintain your weight, the number of calories you should … Continue reading →

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Walking in Favorite Park, Again

Posted on June 18, 2008 by Cindi

Though we were supposed to do speed workouts today, we didn’t because of my swollen knees. I’m giving myself a couple more days of my own personal rehab, and if it doesn’t work I’ll see the doctor. The weather was … Continue reading →

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Functional and Fun Walking

Posted on June 17, 2008 by Cindi

In order to save gas, I am trying to walk for errands a little more often. My daughter walked with me to a grocery store this evening to pick up dog food and veggies for a dinner salad. And after … Continue reading →

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