Is it Time to Power Down?

Hi Runners; for many of you the 2011 running calendar is drawing to a close.  Major Marathons, Half Marathons, 10K's and 5's are slowly winding down. As you power down take a moment or ten to look back at how far you have come...I'm sure there was a PR in there somewhere for you; if not, there's a good chance one will be lurking at the start of the 2012 running season.

Be honest with yourself and look back with purpose; what you see will undoubtedly set the tone for next year's training objectives. It has been said that runners are their own worst critics...maybe so; but if you can't be honest with yourself...how far can you really go?

Be proud of your accomplishments; review the take-aways and continue to fine-tune what you do best.

Review, Renew, Refresh...and you will Run Strong into 2012.

Well Done everyone...keep up the good work and enjoy your training throughout the off-season!

David (F542)

October...cool times ahead!

Hi Runners; as they say it's that time of year again...time to harvest; bundle up and hibernate; Really?  is that what fall means to you?

There are cool times and cool runs ahead...make fall your running season: no bugs, no muss no fuss.  Hit the trails; run the roads and enjoy the cool evenings and even cooler mornings.  Run strong; run often.

ps A new 5K Chance of a Lifestyle Program is set to get underway on Thursday Ocober 13th 2011...share the gift of fit...get someone hooked on running.  Give them the Chance of a Lifestyle.  Please visit FITNESSfive42 on Facebook for more information.