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The Honolulu Marathon Clinic is for anyone planning to participate in the 2008 Honolulu Marathon. We include all levels of runners — and especially welcome first time marathoners. Our core activities are weekly clinics which begin promptly at 7:30 a.m. Sunday mornings from March 9, 2008 until the December 2008 Honolulu Marathon. Complete details on are on the Sunday Clinics page.

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Dr. Scaff spoke about rehabilitating from injury. He recommended rest, then starting back at a very deliberate pace; always at a much slower pace than one’s usual pace (1 to 2 minutes slower per mile). [Read more...]

Dr. Scaff spoke to over 200 runners this morning about post race collapse (it was especially pertinent today with the heat and humidity and a report of runner who suffered from its effects on his return run [see Pink Group's report]). Proper hydration is very important in this regard. Staff leaders, let’s make sure our groups stop at all of the designated water stops. Also, we should “Gas Up” (have some sports drink) at the gas station at Kahala (especially on our way back); let’s keep a few dollars in those tiny little front pockets of our running shorts; the cashiers at the gas station are more than happy to accept your “soggy” bills. [Read more...]

A large crowd of approximately 250 runners was on hand to hear Dr. Scaff’s talk on heat exchange and hydration. The topic was most appropriate because the combination of VOG, heat and humidity made running this morning very uncomfortable. Replenishing fluids were a must today. [Read more...]

Doc’s Talk:
200+ runners welcomed Doc back from his trip to the mainland. Doc talked about the “ideal” body temperature when running - 101 degrees. At 105 degrees the body would be overheating; therefore proper hydration and nutrition is essential in long distance running. Doc also mentioned that ordinary pretzels are a great source of carbs and sodium. [Read more...]

As mentioned last week, Dr. Scaff and wife Donna are on the mainland. So, senior staffer and Great Aloha Run Executive Roger Kobayashi spoke to a group of approximately 200 runners about running posture and stride. Thanks Roger for a most informative talk.
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