Doc’s Talk:

Dr. Scaff spoke about research which supported his theory of not stretching before a run.  He mentioned that a good stretch after the run would be more beneficial in helping with muscle tightness and injury.  His complete talk is available on our website.

 

Happy Birthday Doc!

Dr. Scaff celebrates his 78^th birthday this weekend!  HMC members are invited to his birthday celebration this weekend.  Details were given out at the clinic.

 

 Table Duty:

Thank you Tom for doing an incredible job at table duty!  Community service must run in the family as his brother Dennis also helps out at his son’s AYSO soccer activities.  Thanks Tom for all of the delicious goodies and drinks!

 

No Clinic:

There is no official clinic this coming Sunday due to the Memorial Day weekend.  Please check your group reports or with your group leaders to see if you are meeting informally. 

 

 First Bus Run:

Please be sure to sign up on the board for the June 23 Bus Run.  For many it will be a new experience running in from a destination to home base.  I always look forward to the Bus Runs because of the change in scenery and the opportunity to socialize during the ride on the school bus.   Most of us will be dropped off at the Maunalua Bay stop (across from Roy’s in Hawaii Kai) and return for about an 8 mile trek.  Many Intermediate and Advanced runners will probably add in the Hawaii Kai Drive Loop (an additional two miles).  We also get exposure to running on the actual marathon route.  Please sign up ASAP so we can order the appropriate number of buses.

Group Reports:

Advanced Group by David FitzPatrick:

(Pace – < 9:00 min. per mile)

Hi folks! The advanced group goal is to run the marathon under 4 hours which is a 9 min/mile pace or faster. The advanced group met at Kawaikui Beach Park at 6:20 and ran 14 miles in nice conditions, with a slight negative split on the return leg. Doris returned and it was great to see her back. Next week we are meeting at Maunalua bay boat ramp at 6:20 and running up Lunalilo Home Rd, up Hawaii Kai Rd, and out to Sandy Beach.

 

Grey Group by Ron Alford:

(Pace – 10:30 – 11:30 min. per mile) Piers,

Andy, Nikki, and Ron led a group of 23 Grays out for a 10 mile run to the Bus Stop on Kalanianaole Highway and back on a really hot and muggy day.  Everyone did a great job of staying single file over Diamond Head!  During the stop at Triangle Park, Andy reminded everyone to drink plenty of water.  Robert added that carrying a water bottle is a great way to make sure that you are getting enough water along the route. We had one fall during the run, fortunately, resulting in only minor scrapes and a little bruising.  So, again, be careful out there!

Next Sunday there is no official clinic but the Gray Group will run at 7:00 am from Paki. Be sure to bring a water bottle as the route will vary from our usual one.

Garmin Stats for today: Distance: 10 miles, Running Time: 1:44:15, Total Elapsed Time: 2:06:34, Running Pace: 10:26.

Lastly, remember there is a birthday party for Dr. Scaff at his house next Sunday at 4:30 pm.

 

 Silver Group by Lynnae Lee:

(Pace – 11:00 – 12:00 min. per mile)

Volunteer staff leader Paris led 15-16 Silvers on their first 10-mile run to the big fire hydrant on Kalanianaole (fka “the phone booth”) and back.  Silvers in attendance included:  Speedy Joe, Evelyn, Kam, Jun, Scott, Darren, Joe & Tavi.  Tony and Lynnae turned around early to do just 6 miles.  The group hit a fairly quick pace, 10:30 in some places, obvious evidence of those who have been doing their homework.  Paris said he may go slower next time.

The heat was considerable… summer has arrived early.  But just remember, we’re lucky we live Hawaii.  This was a good opportunity to check our hydration levels.  It was imperative not to miss any water stops, and to take in more fluid than normal.  The larger than normal wave swells seemed so inviting as we returned over Diamond Head.  The Silvers did a great job today given the conditions.  Today’s steady attrition level resulted in 9 super strong Silvers finishing in grand fashion.

HOMEWORK:  Continue to do 2 homework runs of 60 minutes minimum duration with a rest day in between.  Remember that rest days are important to the marathon training regimen.  With the longer distances and heat setting in, consider packing a supplement or bring a water bottle with a sport drink, and try hydrating the night before.  If you’re running on your own next week, do 8-10 miles as your long run.

SPECIAL OPTIONAL TRAINING [Memorial Day]:  To continue the tradition, since there is no official clinic next weekend, the Silverados will do a 10-mile run at Tantalus on Monday, May 27^th, starting at 6:30 a.m.  This will be good training to strengthen our muscles.  Tony promises that no one will be left behind.  All HMCers are welcome to join.  We will meet at the park where Makiki Street, Makiki Heights Drive and Round Top Drive meet.  For those unfamiliar with the location, turn up (mauka) on Makiki Street from Nehoa, and the park is one block in at the fork in the road.  Parking is on either side of the park and is limited.  There are no water fountains along the way, so please make sure to bring enough water, 12-20 oz is suggested, depending on your usual intake.  It is also important to note that there are no bathroom facilities (but plenty of bushes), so plan accordingly.  The run should take a little over 2 hours.  Those with knee issues will want to take it easy on the downhills, but there’s an easy trick that we can show you that will help.  Email moc.oohaynull@eeleannyl if you have any questions.  Have fun and enjoy the views from the top!

Important running “gear”:  Please make sure to carry your ID, a list of current medications and any allergies, and cell phone (programmed with an I.C.E. phone #).  Safety first, always.  Let’s develop good running habits so we can enjoy this sport for years to come.

Recycling Project:  Stop…don’t throw away those empty shoe boxes.  I am collecting them for a special Christmas project.  Please consider donating them to this cause.  Thanks.

Other Races:  HMC and the Silver Group were well represented in last week’s first Ekiden on Oahu.  It was a unique course that included the section from Roy’s restaurant to Sandy Beach, and the dreaded big Kilauea hill.  Our 6-person team included Sandra & Tony P., John, Jun, Leo, and Lynnae.  It was a lot of fun thanks to my teammates!  Other HMCers like Joe, Lance, and Minnie Mouse Maile, all looked good at the finish line.  Hope to see more of you out there next year.

Good luck to all HMCers who will be racing in the Hibiscus Half Marathon next week.  (Don’t forget to carbo load.)  Early registration is now being accepted for the Marathon Readiness Series till June 5.  First race is August 11^th.  This is a prime opportunity for first time marathoners to get some race experience in preparation for marathon day.  If you cannot do the whole series, pick a few, including the 30K.

 

 Teal Group by Jann Kadowaki:

(Pace – 11:30 – 12;30 minutes per mile)

16 Teal Groupers took on our second 8-mile run in some really hot weather…yet again!  Group leaders Diane and Norm lead Russ, Marissa, Ivan, David, Katie, Staci, Dana, Lianne, Devan, Desiree, Monika, Carolyn and newcomer Edward.  We merged and unmerged with other groups along the way, but maintained our 11:30-12 min per mile pace.  Our group got a little separated on the last stretch with some people picking up the pace, but everyone finished strong and we regrouped over the refreshments!

Next Sunday we’ll be meeting at Triangle Park at 6:30am for an unofficial group run.  We’ll be doing about 8 miles again in preparation for 10 miles in June!  Good luck to those marathon clinic members doing the Hibiscus Half Marathon next Sunday!  And have a great trip to those who are going away for the Memorial Day weekend!  And Happy Birthday to Dr. Scaff next weekend too!!

  

White Group by Blair Hoashi

(Pace – 12:00 – 13:00 min. per mile)

Guru Sam and his crew keep our group members entertained, educated and injury free, which keeps drawing in the crowds – another 30 member contingent ran collectively for a scheduled 8 miler.

While the hot and sultry weather did not make it the most desirable morning in which to have an 8 mile jaunt, we all persevered – we hydrated often, slowed frequently and appropriately, and finished intact.   Staff leaders Guru Sam, Richard and Blair led the group through a slightly different route today to avoid some of the activities going on at the park.  After Triangle Park, we cut through the Kahala “suburbs” then proceeded on to the Kahala gas station.  On our return, we went up the golf course road then turned onto Farmer’s Road then back on track to our usual return route – total mileage 7.73 miles.  We also expended roughly 900 calories.  Teachers Glenda and husband Clyde, Gino, Azusa and son Joshua, “shy Bob”, Quen, Eric, Lisa, “senior stalwarts” (not older but experienced) Russell and Gary, Naho, Kumiko, Mayumi, Jaynie, Sue, newcomer Levi, Joy, Carol, Jolene (from Newfoundland), were some of members with us today.  As is usual, I did not get all of the member’s names but will keep trying.

Next week, since there is no official clinic, we will be at the park at 7:00 a.m. for an informal 8 mile run.  Please join us for a nice casual run to “celebrate” Memorial Day!

 Please keep up with your homework runs; our Sunday runs are going to get longer.

 If you are available, please plan to attend Dr. Scaff’s birthday bash at his residence on Monday!  We would all love to see you there! (Amazing how runners look so different in their “regular garb” vs. running attire; some runners are almost unrecognizable). 

 

Blue Group by Val Ogi:

(Pace – 12:30 – 13:30 min. per mile)

Today’s Blue group was small, Martha, Elena, David, Randy and Al.  We managed to average 12:49 per mile, although one downhill was clocked under 11 minutes. We got caught in several different groups and were trying to figure out how we got ahead of the white group, but yet were being passed by the beginning 13 minute paced group.  Oh well at least we had fun and we made it back to Kapiolani park for our first 8 miler.
We plan to meet at 7:30am next Sun for a 8 miler if anyone wants to join us.

 

Beginners:

Walkers by George Ushijima:

A larger group made our way through an unusually noticeable sea mist up Diamond Head road (or was it just vog)? It was really bright and sunny, but there was very little breeze. Must keep up the hydration, keep the fluids flowing. We made our way through 18th Ave. and down Elepaio going to Triangle Park and back towards Kapiolani. We heard the news of high surf on the south shore, so we took the detour along the walkway between the 2 parks on Diamond Head road to see the waves in action. No one got wet, but we saw the wave action. Then back to the park and some wonderful refreshments. No official practice next week, but George will be there @ 7:30 am on Sunday. Keep on walking.

 

 Sweet 15’s by Louis  Crompton:

Green 15 left the park with several newcomers today -18 in all.   By the time we got to the water fountains going up DH Road, 5 opted to join Sweet 16 or Walking Group. The remaining 13 followed our brisk walking pace for a 7.0 miler.  We returned to the park in 1 hr 44 min – that’s an overall time of 14.86 min / mile.  Excellent training session today…  hill work with good team grouping – just a slight spread as we neared the finish, and one young newcomer jogging past our leader in about the last 60′; she must have really wanted the first pick from the goodies waiting for us in the shade.    We’re in and out of those water “slowdowns” (we don’t call them stops) along the route.  We’ve been training for marathon day from the onset of the clinic and we continue to be on track for a 15 min / mile finish; look for the Green 15 team coming under the finish banner in 6 1/2 hrs.    DO - two training sessions during the week of one hour each.  Sunday session is “harder” when you don’t do your homework.  Do I hear an Amen?

Next Sunday, May 26, Green 15 leader will be at the starting gate, regular time, regular place…  plan is 7.5 miles or almost to Aloha Gas Station…  saving that milestone spot for June.   Thanks to all in the clinic who inquired about Bailey… she’s smiling and only out temporarily – wearing her hand cast.  Uneven pavement is nasty and unbiased – be careful.  See you Sunday… Aloha!

 

Golden 14’s by Dean Takashige:

The sun was up early and with little to no breeze. You could tell early that it was going to be WARM.

Dean led the group of 15 or so, and dispersed through the line up were Lisa, Sandra, Norm Jason and eventually Gail, once she found the group.

This was our Aloha run with Thomas as he is moving to the mainland, Boulder to be exact on Monday. We all wish him well and will be expecting him to join us in December.

For a change the group ran up Monserrat Ave staying on the shady right side at least till we ran out of sidewalk. We ran a brisk 14 minute pace to the first water stop at the corner of 18th Ave.

Our goal was 7 miles. Along the way we stopped to drink the ice cold water out of the cooler on Kahala Ave and proceeded on to Kahala Park, Which will be one of our regular stops from June going forward.

Plans changed and we headed for the Beer cave, to cool off not drink beer -sorry, at the Aloha Gas station in Kahala.

We took a short break and headed back, we Ran back on Kahala Ave and then cut through the neighborhood via Pui Panini back to Triangle park, we were at 5 miles so we were on track to make our 7 miles.

Everyone was had a nice exchange of thoughts and questions about the Marathon.

For example – If we are running a 14 minute pace then… ; this led into a discussion of Marathon morning logistics. Good question and we will cover this more as time goes on.

The short answer is ; Although this is our training pace on Marathon morning we will be slowing it down to about 16 minute per mile, as will be covered later, this is a negative split strategy which we run the first half slower than the second. We will run the marathon as a group – we will meet in the morning, merge into the starting line as a group and run the first half of the marathon as a group. At that point you decide, depending on how you feel if you want to speed up slow down or continue at the same pace.

We ran 7.28 miles, was on the road 2 hours and 14 minutes and burned 695 calories.

Next Sunday the 14′s will meet at the park at 7:30 AM.

 

  

Da Comment Corner:

“Running on Empty”:

I am sure many runners could relate to Jackson Browne’s lyrics today- it was a very hot and sultry.  Running on mornings like this reminds us to make sure we hydrate properly.  For many of us, the effects of the morning’s run will be felt later that night or the next day.    As we approach summer, carrying a water bottle with an energy drink might be the difference in having a great run or just “running on empty”.

 

See you at Doc’s birthday party!

 

See you at the water stops,

 

Blair

What Parking?

Congrats to all of our members who made it to the clinic despite the difficulty in getting there then finding parking near our meeting place due to the relay race!   Clinic runners ROCK!

 

 Table Duty:

Many of the Purple Group, wearing purple tops and adorned with beautiful purple leis provided the fabulous spread of food and drinks!  Much thanks to Marsha, Melissa, Lorna, Bennie, and Tim for doing such an awesome job!    No wonder Nelson’s Oasis (graciously provided by leader Nelson and his Purple Gang) at the second beach park is so well organized!

 

Happy Mother’s Day!

 

Group Reports:

Advanced Group by David FitzPatrick:

(Pace – < 9:00 min. per mile)

Hi folks! The advanced group goal is to run the marathon under 4 hours which is a 9 min/mile pace or faster. The advanced group met at Kawaikui Beach Park at 6:20 and ran 14 miles in nice conditions. We enjoyed cheering on the marathon relay participants. Donis should return next week and we’re looking forward to some great stories. Next week we meet at Kawaikui Beach Park at 6:20 am.

 

Red Group by Jeff Beard:

(Pace – 9:00 – 10:00 min. per mile)

The Red Group went out to the Kahala gas station and back on a hot, MUGGY day – thankfully there was a light, constant breeze and an occasional mist, but it was still a grueling run. Rachun, Greg (just back from Guam) and I started out at an easy pace, but Rachun and Greg quickly picked it up (they were keeping up with the Advanced Group). Rachun kept at it (I believe he averaged around 9:30 per mile), but Greg and I kept up with the back of the Gray Group. I lagged pretty badly the first few miles, but got a second wind coming up Kahala (of all places), and was able to charge up Diamond Head hill and cruise back down to the park. Not a great run for me, but I was still able to average around 10 minutes per mile for the 8 mile run. I looks like it will be muggy for a while, so drink plenty of water, Gatorade, whatever – just drink.

Big mahalos to the Purples for the great spread of food – Benny, Marsha, Lorna and Melissa – you are awesome!

 

Grey Group by Ivie Kumura:

(Pace – 10:30 – 11:30 min. per mile) Piers,

Perfect weather day, for our dedication run the 20 running were, staffers: Andy  (he’s ba-a-ack), Byron, Nikki and myself  leading the GR8T GREYS for our first 10 miler! Running to the telephone pole and back were Henry, Dan, Laura, Christine, Lina, Marisol, Tom, Kevin, Jess, Dr.Rob, Romeo, Brandon, Emily, Izumi, Jun, and Colter (welcome!). What made us so GR8T? We all stayed together, and endured it strong!  Thank you Nikki, for the consistent pace you set to start off the first half.  We ran for Coach Ron’s father in-law, Professor Robert “Papa” Potter, in celebration of his life; he lived larger than himself. You may remember “Papa”, who was wheeled over the Honolulu Marathon 2012 finish line with the Alford/Potter family, a sight to be seen!  Papa, a professor of education for UH, an educator, author, orator, was truly an inspiration, a man of integrity. The lives “Papa” has touched and impacted span across all 7 continents and the many states he toured with his wife on race bike tours. He served in the Navy, stationed at Pearl Harbor for WWII and vowed to return to Hawaii, loving the beauty of the islands, and the people here. Everyone here was “accepted” unlike the segregation issues he experienced in the South.
Well, in appreciation for all of the military, being Military Appreciation month, we honor all of you. To all of you serving, have served, hat’s off to you, we salute you! In our GREYS alone, we have Andy, Byron, Daniel, Rob (photographer), and let us know, if anyone else I missed. Also, to future generations, like up and coming, Pete‘s grandson, who graduated in engineering at Georgia Tech.
We also honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Recently we lost Reid Nishizuka , a pilot in the Air Force, whose  MC-12  aircraft was gunned down in Afghanistan; he was the son of a classmate of mine.
Hope all you mother’s had a great Mother’s Day! The last 6 miles of my 2012 Honolulu Marathon was dedicated to my mother, then 94, who was in the hospital. Today, we are bringing her home! My last 6 miles I ran for her recovery (it was going to take all heart, gut and whatever she had left in her to make it through, we didn’t even know if she would ever walk again). So, those 6 miles was for 6 years for her to make it to 100. She had a birthday, is now 95, and has progressed to the walking with a walker. Cleaning her room, I was moved to find my father’s WWII combat jacket; I also honor my dad’s service in the 100th battalion.

I gave my Honolulu Marathon 2012 medal to my mother and my mother’s response, “You’re crazy to run 26 miles!  Aren’t you tired?” My response, “Yes, mom, I am tired.”

My sister’s comment, “Wow!  40th!  Ivie, you did well!” Savoring that feeling for a split second, I had to then tell my sister, the 40th meant it was Honolulu’s 40th marathon”.

We all have our own goals for the Honolulu Marathon, and each of our goals, when we cross that finish line, will make us all larger than ourselves! Don’t forget to double knot those shoelaces. Stay safe.

Wednesday :  Midweek run 5:30 pm Ala Moana Magic Island entrance/ parking lot. 1 hour (run 2 x 1hr runs plus your long run on Sunday)

MAY SCHEDULE

May 5     – 8 miles
May 12th – 10.44 miles Thank you for our stats: Emily and Dr. Rob. running time: 1hr 39 minutes 9:58 to 10:00 minute running pace. Overall time: 2 hr 6 minutes overall pace: 12:29, 1,187 calories. We earned mother’s day brunch.
May 19th – 10 miles
May 26 th 10 miles (if there is no official marathon clinic, we will meet at 7am, stay-tuned)

 

  

Silver Group by Paris Monti:

(Pace – 11:00 – 12:00 min. per mile)

A small, but strong, group of seven Silver runners took off from Kapiolani Park this morning on their official 8-mile training run; it turned out to be over 9.5 miles by the will of  the running members, who at the Aloha Station wished to continue on to Kalanianaole and to the 10-mile turn-around mark, skipping the neighborhood streets. Making up this exceptional group were Kevin, Dawn, Jolie, Carl, Darryl and I. Weather conditions were kind of hot, but punctuated briefly by some cool breezes which helped a lot. Also, at a certain point, we were blessed by some drizzling out of the blue, as there were no rain clouds above; we must be running truly in Paradise. Our average running pace was 10:30 and our stops were brief. On the way back, about the Aloha Gas station, we met our indomitable Lynnae, in the process of making a positive difference to her Ekiden team showing. Great job, everyone! Keep up the homework runs.

 

The Teal Group by Jann Kadowaki:

(Pace 11:30 – 12:30 minutes per mile)

Teal Group – I’m sorry I missed last week’s write up!  This Sunday we were back to our warm sunny weather.  Group leaders Diane and Norm lead about 13 of us on just under an 8-mile run.  We had Russ, Marissa, Ivan, David, Katie, Jasmine, Shelley, and newcomers – Shelley’s friend, Grace, and Staci and Dana who were testing out a slightly faster pace from the White Group.  Lianne and Michelle joined up with us at the gas station to finish up the last half of the run.  We averaged between an 11:30-12min mile pace – right on track!  Some items discussed during the run: Norm talked about how our Sunday runs are probably going to be a slightly slower pace than what we’re normally capable of.  We slow things down a bit since we’re increasing distance.  David shared his new Garmin – the Forerunner 10.  It’s a lot smaller than the previous styles and comes in fun colors!  After last week’s rainy run, it sounded like most people escaped without any chafe-age.  For those of us who didn’t fare as well, don’t forget to lube up with some Body Glide anti-chafe on the rainy days, or extra long sweaty runs!  See you all next week for another 8-miler!

  

White Group by Blair Hoashi

(Pace – 12:00 – 13:00 min. per mile)

We did our first 8 miler today and will continue at this distance till the end of the month.

A “snowball effect” takes place with our group every so often – we started off as 24 members strong but as we went through our route, our member count got gradually larger; we eventually ended up with 30 runners.   It could be the “Pied Piper Effect “of Guru Sam and his merry band of runners of the White Group -friendly banter, joking, games, and (oh, yeah) some running, usually make up the agenda for a White Group run.   In the coming months, as our Sunday runs get longer and our mornings hotter, our banter (especially on the return route) becomes minimal and perhaps we get a tad more serious (and tired), but rest assured the conviviality of the group remains.  So for those whose running inclinations are geared more toward the “serious side”, don’t worry, your time is coming.  Be patient- we need to build up a good “foundation” first.

Staff leaders Guru Sam and “sweeper” Blair were accompanied by a very jovial and friendly group of runners today – Lisa, Azusa and son, Joshua, Bob (Happy Belated Birthday!), Quen, Kumiko, Mayumi, Glenda, Clyde, Agnes, Russell, Sue, Janie (who made it up Diamond Head today),  newcomer Misa, Daniel and wife, Rose, from Switzerland, just to name a few.  I will get to many more of you as our training progresses.

Please try and keep up with your homework runs as our distances with get longer and our mornings hotter.

Please sign for the Bus Run – a good change of venue and we run on the actual marathon route. 

 

Beginners:

Walkers by George Ushijima:

Mother’s Day greeted us with awesome weather – that’s sunshine and a slight breeze. A very small group of us did our 6 miles, returning via Puu Panini St. The routes just keep on changing every week. We saw the Honolulu Ekiden event and had a pleasant day.
Keep on walking!

 

Green 15’s by Louis Crompton:

MAHALO to the table duty crew on Mother’s Day… You super ladies laid out a banquet!

Hot, hot, hot… but that didn’t slow the Green 15 team of 9 today…    heavy rain one Sunday followed by hot temps the next Sunday…  the good news is all our clinic participants will be ready for the December marathon no matter what the weather is like… bring it on.   Green 15 welcomed Abe and Andrea who decided to pick up their pace somewhat and join our group [we didn't ask if they had been in the 14 or 16 group previously, chuckle chuckle]  …surprise…   Abe was smiling and sweating when he told our pace leader: `You’ve got a quick walking pace.’   We all stayed very close today as we did a 6.5 mile loop including Elepaio, returning to the park in 97 minutes for an overall pace of 14.92 min / mile today.  Our water “stops” are getting pretty close to a NASCAR pit stop in choreography and speed… most folks slow down and drink from their bottles and a couple drink from the fountain or refill their bottle – in and out just like water “stops” on marathon day.   Two months into training and we remain on track to finish the marathon at a 15 min / mile pace … aim to be under the Finish banner in 6 hr 33 min.   We suffered one mishap on the trail when an experienced jogger tripped on an uneven sidewalk…  her double fabric slacks prevented what could have been a nasty cut to the knee.  Suffice to say we all must be careful out there… streets and sidewalks are dangerous places.   Next Sunday it’s 7 miles … that’s 1 hr 45 min if you’re scheduling an appt.  Do 2 one- hour training sessions during the coming week.  Bonus question to see how observant Green 15 members are… as we passed 608 Elepaio St there was a BMW and Mercedes Benz in the gated driveway… from what State were the license plates?

 

Sweet Sixteens by Cliff Hand:

The combination for Mother’s Day and the threats of parking difficulties cut the 16’s down to about half size today.  We started out with eleven walkers, expecting to suffer from the heat.  But it turned out OK, and there were no complaints about the heat.  There were a few complaints about the pace, which was slightly faster than 16 mpm. However after we finished the complainers were glad to have been challenged.  There’s some evidence for this: with 2.2 to go at Triangle Park we followed our custom and released everyone to finish at their own pace.  All but two finished before leader Cliff, which seems to indicate that two months of training is beginning to show.  For further evidence, we had two members, Andrea and Abe, who left us to join a faster group.  We’ll miss them, but we don’t want to hold anyone back.  We wanted to go seven miles today, working our way up to eight next month, but Cliff miscalculated and took the group for 7.5 miles.  Again, no complaints – an unscientific poll indicated a clear majority of members who were glad of the challenge. We’re rockin’, man!

 

Green 14’s by Dean Takashige:

Mothers Day Sunday- it most likely caused the low turnout of members.

Dean led a group that started out with about 12, assisted by Lisa, Gail and Sandra, who already completed the first leg of the Ekiden relay.

Summer is here; it was a hot morning but luckily we had a breeze to help cool us off. As a reminder –  as the days are heating up and are runs  get longer, you need to practice drinking water at every water stop to avoid dehydrating.

One runner did trip and fall; luckily there was no major injury. Please be careful on the sidewalks because there are lots of uneven sections that can cause a fall. If you do fall don’t be in such a hurry to jump back up. That’s the normal reaction, and if we didn’t see you fall we probably heard you so don’t worry about standing back up so soon. More importantly stop to make sure you are ok, no pain, besides the obvious skinned knees etc. Make sure you don’t have a sprained or even worse a fractured ankle or the like.

If you are not feeling well let me or one of the staff members know how you are doing. You may need to sit and rest and drink more water or just slow down and walk. Keep us informed so we can help you.

We ran 6.19 miles in one hour and 43 minutes and burned about 571 calories.

Do your two 1 hour runs and we will see you next Sunday.

 

Da Comment Corner:

Bus Run June 23:

Please sign up on the bulletin board – it gives us an idea as to the number of buses needed which is very helpful in keeping the clinic’s costs down.  Most of the runners will be dropped off at Maunalua Bay (across from Roy’s restaurant in Hawaii Kai – about 9 miles).

 

Belated Happy Mothers’ Day!

 

See you at the water stops,

 

Blair

Dr. Scaff was not available for his talk this morning but joined us for the picnic later.

 Picnic:

Despite the gloomy weather that included a steady downfall of heavy raindrops throughout the morning, a vigilant group of runners and friends showed up and made our May picnic a huge success. While most members did their usual 4- 8 mile run or walk in the downpour (such dedicated runners), a few volunteers remained to help to set up for our big event. Chair Luanne did an incredible job in organizing (as usual); she had lots of help from members like Susan, Dwight, Muriel, Burt, Norm, Bruce, Tim (who took over Peter’s duties), Mayumi, Rachun (who’s Thai curry is always delicious), Alberto (who takes care of most of our labor intensive “stuff”), Stephen, Cody (another generation of Uyeda’s), Maile, Tony, Sandy, and I’m sure, many others. Apologies if I missed any volunteers.

The heavy rains made it very difficult initially to get our morning started efficiently – close to a hundred of us were huddled under the shelter of our meeting place trying to keep dry and warm.  Thanks Bruce for keeping our instructions short. As soon as the runners took off (in the drizzle), Luanne’s busy crew set up the huge row of delicious food and drinks in preparation of our feast.  The rain finally subsided by the time the runners returned and made the festivities much more pleasant and enjoyable.

Again, thanks to everyone for being so patient, organized and persevering!

Bus Run – June 16^th:

Please be sure to sign up on the board for our first Bus Run. For many it will be a new experience running in from a “destination to home base”. I always look forward to the Bus Runs because of the change in scenery and the opportunity to socialize during the ride on the school bus. Most of us will be dropped off at the Maunalua Bay stop (across from Roy’s in Hawaii Kai) and return for an 8 mile trek. Many Intermediate and Advanced runners will probably add in the Hawaii Kai Drive Loop (an additional two miles). We also get exposure to running on the actual marathon route. Please sign up ASAP so we can order the appropriate number of buses.

Sign-up sheets will be posted soon on the bulletin board. Continue reading →

 

Table Duty:

Much mahalo to staffers Tony and Sandy P. for all of the great goodies today!  It was very much appreciated – boy, it was hot today!   They wanted to thank Thomas P. for donating the wonderful oranges and strawberries; Bob for the great sweetbread rolls; and Carl for the crunchy pretzels.  Special thanks to Blair’s son, Zach for providing a container of his “special recipe” lemonade; he participated in a lemonade making/sales contest (for charity) yesterday and had a few ingredients left over so decided to share it with our members.

Thanks as usual to Jeff, Red Group leader who always shares his great mango bread with us!

Apologies for missing first time staff member Lisa, who assisted Dean at last week’s table.

 

Next Sunday’s Picnic:   

Enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow runners and share your latest gastronomic creation with fellow runners.  Friends and family invited; a $1 fee per person; soft drinks and Zippy’s chili and rice provided.   Groups do their usual run then enjoy the picnic afterward.  Start time around 9:45 a.m. Continue reading →