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Ohio’s Pace Per Mile Report for Week of April 23, 2012

April 25, 2012 by Sara- Words to Run By Blog

You can also listen to my report on Pace Per Mile, the 1st Place for Endurance Radio HERE.

Hello Ohio! This is Sara from wordstorunby.com reporting on the Ohio race scene for Pace Per Mile Radio. We have plenty of exciting events coming up as the spring racing season kicks into high-gear.

First off is the Cougar Challenge 5K Run and Walk at the Bridgeview Golf Course in Columbus on Saturday, April 28 at 8:00 a.m. This run/walk will have special appeal to Central Ohio runners because it will take place on a unique venue: the picturesque Bridgeview Golf Course located on Agler Road next to Alum Creek. The rolling 3.1 mile course will take runners over and between course fairways on a path that will provide a few climbs, fast grassy downhills and a flat finish around the driving range. The looping course is also spectator friendly. This event, sponsored by the Staff Advisory Council of Columbus State, supports book scholarships for Columbus State Community College students. The cost of books is a significant and an often overlooked cost of attending college. Your participation will help to provide book scholarships so all students can “cross the finish line” of their education. The cost is $20 from now through Friday and $25 on race day. Find out details and register on the Columbus State webpage.

And, since we are the Buckeye State, Join the Ohio State student-athletes in the third annual Running with the Buckeyes 5K on Sunday, April 29 at 10:00 a.m. presented by the Athletic Training Club at OSU. Proceeds will go to the Advocates for Injured Athletes and to the AT Club at OSU. Walkers and runners of all ages and experience level are welcome. Registration includes a free t-shirt, goody bag, and raffle entry. Registration is $15 through this Friday at 11:59 p.m. and $20 on race day. The 3.1 mile course begins and ends in the Fred Beekman Park located on the outskirts of The Ohio State University. The top 3 male and top 3 female finishers will receive a choice from an assortment of prizes. All participants can enter in the raffle of memorabilia autographed by OSU players and the Columbus Crew, gift cards to area businesses, and more!Find out the details and register at Active.com.

Greenswell is hosting the Spring for SIDS Duathlonon Sunday, April 29 at 9:00 a.m. The event takes place at Battelle-Darby Metro Park in Galloway, just outside of Columbus. I frequent this park often and it is my favorite in Central Ohio. On a side note, the trails are not without their fair share of hills, dips and ravines so watch your footing! The event benefits the Sudden Infant Death Network of Ohio in the memory of Corbin Hastings. Fifty percent of event proceeds will go to the SIDS Network of Ohio. Two duathlon distances will be offered. The Short consists of a 2 mile run, 11.2 mile bike and 3.1 mile run. The Long distance consists of a 2 mile run, 22.4 mile bike and 6.2 mile run. Participate as an individual or with friends as a relay. You can find more details and register at www.greenswell.com.

Finally, the Cap City Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and Commit to Be Fit 5K are coming up sooner than we think – May 05! Corral times have now been posted under Event Detailson the Cap City web site. There are six corrals: A, B, C, D, E and 5K. Half and Quarter participants will be assigned to A-E. All 5K participants are the in Corral 5K. Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon participants should load into the corrals by 7:40 a.m. 5K participants should load into the corral by 8:00 a.m. 5K participants should enter the corral from Rich or Main Streets. See the website for specific corral assignments.

That’s a wrap for today. Until next time, you can find me at wordstorunby.com. Drop in to say hello, share your racing stories or offer feedback. I’d love to hear from you! Thanks for listening to Pace Per Mile Radio and see you at the next mile marker.

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Currently our host, Chris Nicholas, is running across the United States (Washington D.C. to Los Angeles) to raise money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Chris is running by himself (unsupported) with a jogging stroller along route 50. He averages about 30-40 miles a day and is over 1/4 of the way through his journey to date. He is currently in Missouri! Follow Chris at Pace Per Mile and visit Run and Finish to make a donation to help support this wonderful cause today.

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Ohio’s Pace Per Mile Report for Week of April 02, 2012

April 5, 2012 by Sara- Words to Run By Blog

You can also listen to my report on Pace Per Mile, the 1st Place for Endurance Radio HERE.

This is Sara from wordstorunby.com reporting on the Ohio race scene for Pace Per Mile Radio. As you know, our host Chris Nicholas is currently running across the United States from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles to raise money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Chris is running by himself and unsupported with a jogging stroller to carry his gear along route 50. He averages about 30 miles a day. Chris has already been through Athens and is now making his way across the Southern portion of our state. To follow Chris’ journey and to make a donation help children and families in your community visit www.runandfinish.com.

From now until June 24, 2XU USA Compression is helping Chris raise funds for the Children’s Miracle Network! They are offering 20% off all Compression Products when you make a purchase. 10% of the proceeds from the purchases will be donated back to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals at the end of Chris’ journey! The Promo Code is: RUNFIT12. Shop today at www.2xuusa.com/.

Looking ahead to April 21 is the Run to the Beach Half Marathon, 5K and Relays in Akron. The course is run around Portage Lakes State Park and in the Cities of Green and New Franklin. It winds around many of the Portage Lakes and Reservoir, with a large portion of the course on the waterfront. This is an Ohio Challenge Series event. The race is run primarily on roads with some flat beautiful waterfront views and ends on the beach at Portage Lakes State Park. Pre-registrants receive men’s or women’s technical t-shirts. Commemorative medals will be provided to all finishing half marathoners and relayers. There is also a great big goodie bag. Proceeds benefit the Portage Lakes Fireworks, the largest privately funded fireworks in Ohio. The race begins at 9:00 a.m. Please register by Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 4:59 PM. The cost is $60 for the half marathon, $20 for the 5k, and $130 for the relay. Visit www.portagelakes.com/ for details and to register.

Until next time, you can find me at wordstorunby.com. Drop in to say hello, share your racing stories or offer feedback. I’d love to hear from you! Thanks for listening to Pace Per Mile Radio and see you at the next mile marker.

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Ohio’s Pace Per Mile Report for Week of March 26, 2012

March 27, 2012 by Sara- Words to Run By Blog

You can also listen to my report on Pace Per Mile, the 1st Place for Endurance Radio HERE.

This is Sara from wordstorunby.com reporting on the Ohio race scene for Pace Per Mile Radio. We have some exciting things happening at Pace Per Mile beginning this week. Owner and co-host Chris Nicholas began his 3,000 mile journey to run across the United States and raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network of Hospitals on Sunday. His route will bring him through several parts of Ohio including Little Hocking, New Marshfield, Chillicothe, Hillsboro and Cincinnati. Find out when he will be in your town and make a donation at www.runandfinish.com.

The Go the Distance 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run is taking place at Marion County Children Services on Saturday, April 07. The Kids Fun Run (11 years & under) is free. The 5k costs $20 if Pre-registered or $25 on Race Day. T-shirts are guaranteed if registered by March 30. Race day registration opens at 8:30 a.m. All proceeds from the race benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Marion County. Awards will be presented for category and overall winners.

Also taking place on April 07 is the Westerville Parks Foundation Bunny Hop 5K in Westerville, Ohio. Your morning will consist of a 3.1 mile run (or walk) and a kid’s 100 yard dash beginning at 9:00 a.m. Following the races, you can enjoy the traditional Easter Egg Hunt at 10:00 a.m. All of the action will take place at the beautiful Hoff Woods Park with proceeds benefiting the Westerville Parks Foundation. I grew up in Westerville and remember going to the Easter Egg Hunt year after year, but the Bunny Hop is a more recent development to this festive day. Let me know if you are planning to participate, and I would love to join you!

Don’t forget you only have until April 02 to register with early bird pricing for the Air Force Marathon and Half Marathon on September 15. The 10K sold out at a record-smashing pace. Register now at www.usafmarathon.com. This race willsell out so if you are planning to attend, don’t wait! I ran the Half Marathon last year and as soon as my knee is healed, I want to go back and run the Full.

Until next time, you can find me at wordstorunby.com. Drop in to say hello, share your racing stories or offer feedback. I’d love to hear from you! Thanks for listening to Pace Per Mile Radio and see you at the next mile marker.

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Ohio’s Pace Per Mile Report for Week of March 19, 2012

March 19, 2012 by Sara- Words to Run By Blog

You can also listen to my report on Pace Per Mile, the 1st Place for Endurance Radio HERE.

This is Sara from wordstorunby.com reporting on the Ohio race scene for Pace Per Mile Radio. This week, we’re welcoming in spring, which is always exciting for me because it means the running and racing season will be picking up all across the country. Although, here in Columbus we have been experiencing record breaking highs in the low 80’s, which is a little warm for running, but the sunshine just can’t be passed up!

The Cleveland area is charging into spring on Saturday, March 24 with the Charge into Spring 5K and 1 Mile Walk, benefiting the St. Mary’s Work Camp Group. The Work Camp Group is a national organization that works to repair homes of the poor and elderly throughout the country, while providing youth and adults with stewardship and fellowship opportunities. The race starts at 8:15 a.m. at St. Mary’s of Berea in Berea, Ohio. Online registration is $20 and closes at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, March 23. Race day registration is $25. Active Runner in Strongsville will donate a brand new pair of running shoes to Overall Winners and $25 gift cards to the Overall Age Group Winners. Visit www.hermescleveland.com to register.

Back in Columbus, the Greenswell Wellness in the Woods Series is presenting the Sharon Woods Metro Park run on Sunday, March 25. Particpants can chose from a 2 mile, 5K or 8K course ranging from $20 to $30 in pre-registration fees. Race day registration is also available. The goal of this series is to provide a culture of healthy living by organizing a series of walks and runs at various metro parks. Sharon Woods Metro Park, located in Westerville, has an earthen, crushed limestone and paved trail for runners and walkers. Children under 12 years of age and retired seniors 60 years of age and older can participate for free. Leashed pets and strollers are permitted for this series. Please visit www.greenswell.com for additional details and to register in advance.

Finally, the 2012 Athens Marathon and Half Marathon is taking place on Sunday, April 1 at 9:00 a.m. The course runs along the banks of the Hocking Canal, which connects the river by the same name with the Ohio River in southeastern Ohio and unfolds along a gorgeously scenic route that takes runners from the green, tree-lined campus of Ohio University on an out-and-back trail along the canal. Southern Ohio is absolutely beautiful (I know from camping there frequently) and a bit hilly too, but this course promises to be flat and fast! Given the warm temperatures we have been experiencing, this might be a perfect time to get out and enjoy one of the most beautiful areas of the state.

Gatorade, water and medical stations will be approximately every three miles. The miles are well marked and all races are held on the Hocking Adena Bikeway. This is a USTAF certified course, which closes six hours after the race start. Post-race massages will be available and cash prizes will be given to the men’s, women’s and Master divisions; wreaths from Greece will be given to the marathon winners. There is NO race day registration so register online at www.athensmarathon.comby Saturday, March 31 at 7:00 p.m.

That’s it for this week’s Ohio Pace Per Mile State Report. Until next time, you can find me at www.wordstorunby.com for more information or to share your race-day stories. Thanks for listening to Pace Per Mile Radio and see you at the next mile marker.

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Ohio’s Pace Per Mile Report for Week of March 12, 2012: On the Spot Interview with Adam Goucher and Tim Catalano

March 12, 2012 by Sara- Words to Run By Blog

Listen to my interview with Adam Goucher and Tim Catalano, co-authors of Run the Edge on Pace Per Mile, the 1st Place for Endurance Radio HERE.

This weekend, I was beyond excited and grateful to have the opportunity to interview Adam Goucher and Tim Catalano as part of Fleet Feet Sports Columbus’ Grand Opening Celebration. Thank you to Jeff Henderson and all of Fleet Feet for hosting such a fantastic weekend. I am truly fortunate to be a part of such an amazing running and walking community.

Adam Goucher and Tim Catalano at Fleet Feet Columbus

I have to admit, I was a little nervous about the interview. Usually, I record my reports from the within the safety of my own little make-shift recording studio crammed in a corner at home where I can re-record (and re-record and re-record) until it sounds the way I want it to I sound the way I think I should.

This weekend, it was one shot and one shot only! Not to mention, I was a little star-struck meeting Adam and Tim. Together, they have over forty years of combined running experiences, Adam with thirteen years of a professional running career and Tim with fifteen years as a Psychology teacher and Coach. Wow.

These guys are about the nicest, kindest, funniest, most down-to-earth people you will ever meet in your life. I felt like I knew them from the moment we sat down and the nerves faded away as we began to talk. Amazing. Their distinct passion for running and motivating others to run prevails above all else. It doesn’t matter to them if you are fast, slow, big, small, competitive or not – we are all runners and they make it known that we are all part of the same running family.

If you haven’t already, visit Run the Edge on Facebook and check out their website. This book will change your life by motivating, educating, entertaining and inspiring you; and it will bring you a renewed passion for running that you may have forgot even existed. Want to get to know Adam and Tim yourself? Then read their book!

Stay tuned to my blog for a complete review of my weekend with Adam and Tim and a giveaway you won’t want to miss!

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