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FOOTPRINTLake Grapevine Runners & Walkers March 2008

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The 10th Annual “Bold in the Cold” is a Hot Success

Walt Disney Marathon | page 6

Mother and Daughter Get Goofy at the 2008 Walt Disney World® Marathon

Read all about Crystal and Nikki Grose running their first marathons.

Houston Marathon | pages 10-11

January 19, 2008 marked the tenth running of the Lake Grapevine

Runners and Walkers popular winter race, Bold in the Cold, and once again, it lived up to its name as temperatures dipped into the 20s with wind gusts of 25 mph. Thankfully, the sun was out and all remained dry, but record amounts of coffee and hot chocolate were consumed by runners and volunteers alike. That was not the only record set on this wintry day as the race’s largest registration totaled 395 runners for both the 5K and 15K races.

This year’s race held yet another distinction because the 15K event was selected as the 2008 Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) Texas State 15K Championship. The newly-certified course was set ablaze by Male Overall State Champion, Clint Bell, in a near course record time of 50:57. RAW’s own Ken Hall took home the Male Masters State Championship plaque with a time of 56:01 and the Male Grandmasters State Champion was Joe Champ in a time of 1:07:56.

In the 15K women’s race, the Overall State Champion was Fiona Green with a time of 1:06:16. Sharla Foster captured the Masters plaque with a 1:14:57 and Laura Holwasser secured

the Grandmasters category with a time of 1:21:02. RRCA State Representative and longtime LGRAW member and past president, “K2” Kelly Richards, presented the 15K overall winners with their Texas State Championship plaques and engraved medals along with a generous gift certificate from

long-time race sponsor, Luke’s Locker in Colleyville. K2 stated that the extra effort and time devoted to hosting an RRCA Championship event proved worthwhile as the shivering runners and spectators witnessed the pure joy and excitement displayed by surprised Female Masters winner, Sharla Foster.

The cold winds did not slow the 5K runners, either. Virgillio Martinez, a former student of RAW’s own Mindi Rice, captured the Overall Male trophy with a speedy 17:41. Virgillio was one of three students entered in the 5K event who took advantage of RAW’s generous scholarship program that allows aspiring young runners the opportunity to participate in the club’s events at no charge. The Male Masters winner was Rick Riis, with a time of 21:20, and the Male Grandmasters winner was club member, John Ball, with a 21:02. The Female Overall 5K Champion was Brook Butzer, with a time of 21:11. RAW’s own Michelle Putze, ran down the Female Masters award with a time of 23:40 and the Female Grandmasters winner was Sharon Sutton, with a 27:15.

Congratulations to all the participants who got their New Year started with a challenging and athletic endeavor. Race directors, John Bush and Mike Evans, would also like to extend a very sincere “Thank You” to all the great volunteers who make the club’s races such a hit among area runners and the event’s sponsors for their continued support of Lake Grapevine Runners and Walkers.

By John Bush and Mike Evans

Houston, we have a problem...

Experience the challenges of the Houston Marathon with David Ball and Thomas Okazaki.

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RAW Board and CommitteesPRESIDENT | Joe Luccioni

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VICE PRESIDENT | Steve [email protected]

SECRETARY | Jason [email protected]

TREASURER | Mary Keeffe [email protected]

DIRECTORS John Bush

[email protected] Tony Flesch

[email protected] Kathryn Gleghorn

[email protected] Laurie Lukanich

[email protected] Mark Miller

[email protected] Thomas Okazaki

[email protected] Bridget Smith

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EDITOR | Kevin [email protected]

COORDINATOR | Tony [email protected]

DESIGNER | Lorraine WesselsPRODUCTION | Doug Noell

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CONGRATULATIONS• ToTonyFleschonthebirthofhisfirstgrandchild.• ToalltheRAWmembersthatparticipatedinwintereventslocallyandaroundthecountry.

• ToLorraineWessels,JackHaseandJeffBarnhartfortheireffortsinupdatingandmaintainingourwebsite.TheLGRAWwebsitewasrecognizedasoneofthetopthreelargeclubwebsitesfor2008chosenbytheRoadRunnersClubofAmerica.

CONDOLENCES• ToPamTruhnonthelossofherfather.• ToJillSmithonthelossofhermother.• ToTonyFleschonthelossofhisfather.

THOUGHTS & PRAYERS• ToTiaMetzgerforaspeedyandfullrecoveryfromhipsurgery.

THANK YOU• ToMikeEvansandJohnBushforalloftheireffortsanddedicationas2008BoldInTheColdRaceDirectors.

• ToDavidBall,foranotheroutstandingcreationwiththisyearsBoldInTheColdlogo.

• ToallourvolunteersandparticipantsthathelpedmakeBoldInTheColdasuccessfulRAWevent.

• ToFiremanKenMacInnes,“Jersey”MikeBassanoandRandyBobeforhangingtheT-shirtsontheclubceiling.Feelfreetocontributeyourraceshirtsfromone-timeraces,“last”or“inaugural”races,internationalracesorracesthathavesentimentalsignificancetoourclub.

• ToMikeEcclestonforkeepingtheclubhousestockedwithhotcoffee,papertowels,cups,andvariousothersupplies.“MajorMike”hasbeendoingthisforseveralyears.

• ToCindyLeeandBridget/DavidSmithforascrumptiousNewYear’sDaybreakfast.

• ToRoyLangeandJohnnieSueforopeningtheirhomeforagalaNewYear’sEvedessertextravaganza.

• ToThomasOkazakiforkeepingtheclubhousestockedwithassortedsnacksfoods.

• Toallourvolunteerswhoputoutwaterandsportsdrinkfortheweekendruns.Weappreciateeachandeveryoneofyou.

LOST & FOUND• ItemsintheLost&Foundarepilingup!Ifyou’veleftsomethingattheclubhousepleasechecktoseeifwe’vefoundit.Allunclaimeditemsareinthewhitecabinetalongthenorthwalloftheclubhouse.

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Board Meetings

Board Meetings 7:30pm at the clubhouse

March 26April 23May 28

Any current member is welcome to attend.

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Check the RAWforum for information on all club events: www.runnersandwalkers.com

To see what’s happening, log on to www.runnersandwalkers.com

RAW Walk/Runs

Starting from the clubhouse

Saturday & Sunday Walk/Run - 7am

Wednesday Trail Run - 7am

Friday Trail Run - 7am

Daylight Savings Time starts on 3/10/08. Therefore, our Saturday and Sunday group runs will begin at 7:00am starting on Saturday, March 15.

RAW’s Hound Dog Hustle

Saturday, April 19, Oak Grove Park

We will un-“leash” an all-new format worth “barkin’” about.

8:00am 1 mile Run / Walk without dogs 8:05am 1 mile Run / Walk with dogs 8:30am 5K Run without dogs

All paws on deck to run and volunteer. For more information, contact the Top Dog, Joe Luccioni.

SNL Dinners

Saturday Night Live Dinners1st Saturday of every month, at 5pm

March 1– Lazy Bones, Grapevine April 5 – Asian Top, Grapevine May 3 – Joe’s Crab Shack, Grapevine June 7 – Flip’s, Grapevine

Upcoming Events

LGRAW Annual Awards Banquet | TBD

Other fun things we are thinking about: Newcomers Breakfast TGIF Happy Hours

Got an idea for a great social thing to do? Tell us about it! Email Kathryn Gleghorn or Bridget Smith (a.k.a. your “Cruise Directors” for the SS RAW).

RAW at the Races

RAW at the Grasslands Run 50-mile • Marathon • Half-Marathon

Saturday, March 22, 2008, Decatur, TX

Come out and run, cheer or volunteer. LGRAW always takes a big crowd of runners to Decatur for the Grasslands Run, presented by the North Texas Trail Runners.

RAW will be manning a critical and important aid station. If you’re interested in working the aid station contact Thomas “T.O.” Okazaki at [email protected]

Aid station volunteers will receive a complimentary lunch and Grasslands merchandise coupons. The coupons can be redeemed for a possible entry into the 2009 Grasslands Run or race merchandise. If you’d like to captain your own aid station at the Grasslands Run contact race director Suzi Cope at [email protected].

Log on www.nttr.org for an entrance application, online registration and race information.

Coppell Stampede 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run

Saturday, May 24, Memorial Day Weekend, 8 amAndrew Brown Park, 401 N. Denton Tap Road, Coppell, TX

RAW Around Town Social Calendar & Events

Movie Night

The Long Run | April 12 at the clubhouse starting at dusk

This movie is a South African drama that centers on a man trying to achieve one of his greatest ambitions by turning a rank amateur into a champion The Comrades Marathon, a punishing 54-mile race that stretches between two cities through the arid desert in South Africa, is the back drop for the film.


I am a younger member of RAW who regularly runs sub 5-minute miles for several hours at a time. And I have a complaint. I have noticed lately in the FOOTPRINT, there has been a growing emphasis on the non-accomplishments of the elderly minority in our club.

This is totally wrong and it is giving RAW a bad name. As slow as they are, how come they joined a running club anyway? You’d think RAW stood for Runners AND WALKERS or something ridiculous like that.

And another thing. Old people are boring. They just stand around and complain about us young people and our energy and all the really great stuff we like to spend our money on.

What do they know anyway? And they look, well, they look old all the time. Why don’t they do something to take care of themselves so they could look like us, maybe?

I know I should identify myself, but I am afraid of them. Old people just turn mean and they don’t care anymore. I think some of them actually know gangsters. -A runner

Dear Younger Runner

We at the FOOTPRINT cherish all our members and their differences. We have people that want to stay fit and those that run ultramarathons. We have fast runners and those that make the Top 90% possible. We also have young members that Mindi Rice highlights in every issue, like Blake Covington, that are just starting their running careers and running jewels that have been running for decades, like those Pat Noell will start highlighting in this very issue. In short, RAW is proud of all the contributions our members make to the club and to the community. I could go on and on, but let me just finish with an interview with Mel Thuzla, who is the oldest active runner in RAW.

FOOTPRINT: Mel, How long have you been running?

Mel: What?

FOOTPRINT: I said, how long have you been running?

Mel: Oh. I guess since about ten after seven.

FOOTPRINT: No (switching to a megaphone), I meant, when did you start your running career?

Mel: I forget.

Letter to the Editor FOOTPRINT: OK then. Just how old are you, Mel?

Mel: Let’s see. Born in 1905, it’s 1994, now should make me 89.

FOOTPRINT: It’s 2007.

Mel: Oh.

FOOTPRINT: Mel, why are you still running at 102? Why don’t you walk with those guys in the club that are closer to your age?

Mel: No, they’re too fast. They walk faster than I can run. I can’t keep up.

FOOTPRINT: What’s the longest race you’ve run so far?

Mel: I forget. No wait. A month or so ago I ran a trail race on the other side of the lake. Somebody said it was 18 or 19 miles, can’t remember which. But it took me so long, when I came to the finish line everyone had already gone home. I found my car ok because it was the only one in the lot. So that was good.

FOOTPRINT: Gatorade®, Power Bar®, or GU®

energy gel?

Mel: I think it’s spaghetti sauce, I didn’t think anyone would notice that spot. I’ll try and get it out before I wear this shirt again.

FOOTPRINT: Where are you going?

Mel: I’ve got five more miles to do. See you Wednesday!

FOOTPRINT: Wednesday trails at the clubhouse?

Mel: No, that’s when I should be done with the five miles.

Note from the Club President: This month’s feature was a special provided by one our funniest contributors, Alan Engisch. Alan has added a lot of humor to the pages of the FOOTPRINT. I think his “letter to the editor” and “interview” with phony member, Mel Thuza, are a great emphasis to a new column being written by Pat Noell. In upcoming issues, Pat will highlight some of the older members of the club. If you are like me, you will be astounded by their incredible contributions over the years brought about from their passion for running. We are proud of all our members and we love being able to bring new columns to you. Enjoy and see you at the club. -- Joe


Ijust completed my very first marathon — yes, the one I said I would never do! And now I

know why I said that. Actually it was a special run because it was not just my first marathon, but it was my 26-year old daughter, Nikki’s, first one also. We decided to run the full marathon while we were at the pool last year celebrating our Disney World half marathon finish by basking in the Florida sun and

enjoying our adult beverages. And it was only more motivation when we found out that it was going to be the 15th anniversary race in 2008 with a super-secret Mickey Mouse finisher’s medal.

We registered even knowing that Nikki was heading off to Baghdad in June 2007 for a year to do her job as a Logistics Officer in the State Department. She trained mostly on a treadmill during the heat of the summer and moved parts of her training outside once it dipped below 130°. I’m not kidding -130 degrees. The war and the heat weren’t the only

challenges for outdoor training. Nikki worked in an area of the airport that was the daytime sleeping spot for the jackals! She arranged her three-week rest and recovery vacation so she could be home for the race in January.

Race day was hot and humid, which I soon found didn’t agree with me. I had hoped to run the marathon in 5:30, but around mile 17 or 18, I started feeling bad. I noticed that I had stopped sweating and I was nauseous and light-headed. Our friend, Karen Fugate, who is also a RAW member, was on her second leg of the Goofy Challenge. The Goofy Challenge required running the half-marathon on Saturday and the full marathon on Sunday. Karen was running with me and noticed that I was struggling and breathing a bit funny. I told her to go on because I made the decision I was going to walk a bit — dang it — I wanted that medal, not to end up in the hospital.

I ended up finishing in 6:09. It was disappointing, but hey, I finished. Nikki, on the other hand, finished in 4:41, which was astonishing considering

she had hurt her back the day before and could barely walk. Oh, to be 26 again! And Karen finally got her Goofy medal — she’s been wanting one for a couple of years now.

Mother and Daughter Get Goofyat the 2008 Walt Disney World® MarathonBy Crystal Grose

Karen Fugate (Goofy), Crystal Grose and Nikki Grose.

It was a special run because it was not just my first marathon, but it was my 26-year old daughter, Nikki’s, first one also.


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RAW now offers on-line renewals (and new memberships) through Active.com.

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Of course you can still renew at the clubhouse or through the mail. Fill out the

membership application on pg. 19 and drop it off or send it in.

Keep your RAW membership current

On Your Mark!The Next 30 YearsBy Mark Miller, 2005 RRCA Southern Region Runner of the Year

By the time you receive this edition of the FOOTPRINT, I will have passed a milestone: my 30th birthday. Birthdays that end in a “0” have a way of causing us to pause for reflection on where we’ve been, and more importantly, where we’re going. Of course, they can also cause us to reflect on who our new age-group competitors will be.

I’ve been running for 17 of my 30 years, and I’m amazed at how quickly the days have passed. It seems so recently that I was a nerdy 7th grader just discovering this running thing.

Today, as a nerdy 30 year old, I’ll move beyond regrets over fleeting youth and look back at four recurring observations (one for each decade, plus one more to get me to the master’s division) from my time on the roads.

1. Have the courage to be different. That old running shoe ad was right. Runners are different. Have you ever tried to explain to your co-workers that you plan to get to bed early this Friday night so you can get in 20 miles on Saturday morning? Running isn’t glamorous; it’s often sweaty, painful, and sometimes lonely. In short, it’s drastically different from the recreations chosen by most of our friends and family. While the costs are greater, so are the benefits. The highs are higher; the successes sweeter. Being different has its rewards.

2. You can do more. We all face limits from our genetic makeup, time constraints, and available opportunities. However, our limits are too often self-imposed. We don’t think we can achieve at a higher level, and this becomes self-fulfilling. By breaking down mental barriers and removing “I can’t” from our vocabulary, we can fulfill our potential.

3. Never stop learning. If my 17 years of running have taught me anything, it’s that I don’t know half as much as I thought I did. Running is a simple sport –maybe the simplest of all- but one can spend years trying to figure it out. At 30, I’m still learning and experimenting with different training and racing techniques in an attempt to improve and reach that next goal. The experiences of the past merely provide a foundation for the lessons of the future.

4. Break the rearview mirror. When I was a student at the University of North Texas, Vic Trilli was the men’s basketball coach. While his won-loss record left much to be desired, he maintained a positive, up-beat outlook and often talked about “breaking the rearview mirror;” forgetting the shortcomings of the past and focusing on the next challenge. We all have things in our past that we’d like to redo, but time doesn’t offer us that opportunity. All we can do is learn from our mistakes and leave regrets behind while striving for future goals.

So what about yourself? No matter what age you may be, take a couple of minutes during your next run to consider how running has impacted you. Then think about where you’d like to be going forward in running and beyond. Now, break the rearview mirror and get started!

Personally, I can only hope that my next 30 years are as rewarding, fulfilling, and as much fun as my first 30. I’m looking forward to the journey.

“Good judgment results from experience; experience results from bad judgment.” – Mark Twain.


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Isn’t it great to bump into a fellow member out around town? And if you haven’t experienced

fellow members cheering as you run an event, or even down the street, well, you need to get out more.

I was at the gym the other day and bumped into a couple of members (almost as common a place to find RAW members as the park), and then saw them a few minutes later as I was swimming my laps. I stopped for a break, and there it was – utter silence. It took me a second to examine the deep, empty feeling I was experiencing, and there it was. I realized how spoiled I was.

There was no, “Woo Woo!” or “Way to go Marty, you look great! You rock! Alright, good job! You’re almost there, keep it up! Dude, you’re leaving a trail of smoke on that water!” Yup, I’m spoiled rotten.

Beware, This Club Can Really Spoil YouBy Marty Metzger

2008 Hound Dog HustleTails are waggin’ about the 2008 Hound Dog Hustle, which will be held on Saturday, April 19th, 2008 in Oak Grove Park. This year, we will un-“leash” an all-new format worth “barkin’” about.

8:00 am 1 mile Run / Walk without dogs 8:05 am 1 mile Run / Walk with dogs 8:30 am 5K Run without dogs

Mark it on your calendars and we’ll see you in the spring. All paws on deck to run and volunteer. For more information, contact the Top Dog, Joe Luccioni.


RAW Student SectionGetting to Know Blaine CovingtonBy Mindi Rice 2006 RRCA National Female Runner of the Year

This issue’s student section comes to us from Blaine Covington. I got to meet Blaine for the first time at this year’s “Bold in the Cold.” I have great respect for anybody who braved the race on that frigid day, and Blaine tops that list with a great finish in his age group. Not only that, he actually liked the cold...brrrrrr! From reading Blaine’s answers, he has a strong desire to run and run well, and he has great role models to get him there. Blaine placed in the Top 3 in 10 of the 11 races he has done, so that is pretty dang impressive if you ask me. Not only that, but he has stepped it up a notch and even participated in three triathlons. Blaine is only in the 5th grade, so he has yet to experience races for a school team, but I’m sure the middle school coaches are anxiously waiting for him. Good luck, Blaine, in all your future races. We look forward to hearing about your many successes. Keep up the good work!

Age?11

What school do you go to? Bear Creek Intermediate School in Keller.

When did you start running and why? Fall of 2006. I was one of the fastest students at my school in 4th grade, so I wanted to try long distance running with my mom.

What races have you been a part of? I have raced in ten 5Ks and 3 kids’ triathlons so far. They have included the RAW Double Trouble, Hound Dog Hustle, and Bold in the Cold. I also raced the Ft. Worth Botanical Garden Squirrel Run, Texas Motor Speedway Run, Jogging for Johnson 5K, Ft. Worth Jingle Bell Run, Flower Mound Dorothy’s Dash, Dallas Big D 5K, the Flower Mound Breaking Out 5K, the Keller Casey’s Kids 5K, the Keller Kids’ Triathlon, and the Coppell Kids’ Triathlon.

What is your PR (personal record) for each distance? 22:59 (5K) at this year’s Haltom Stampede 5K.

What was your favorite race and why? The RAW Bold in the Cold Race. I love cold weather and I really like the course.

Where do you usually run?Bear Creek Trail in Keller and Keller High School track.

Is there any kind of running program at your school? Not in 5th grade.

Do you like to run with friends or alone? I prefer to run with friends or my mom.

Will you do track and cross country when you get to middle school? Definitely.

What is your favorite distance? 5K

Who are your role model(s)/idol(s)? My mom and my dad.

Besides running…what other hobbies do you enjoy? Baseball, skateboarding, biking, playing guitar, and drums.

Giving Back to the Sport

Our Giving Back to the Sport recognition this month goes to Mike

Evans and John Bush for their efforts as Race Directors for RAW’s Tenth Bold in the Cold (BITC) race. In addition to an outstanding event for the community and a source of pride for RAW, BITC is a very important event for RAW because it is a significant source of our annual operating budget and allows us to provide our members many of the amenities that RAW is known for.

John is a longtime member of RAW and regularly gives back to the sport through his involvement in club activities. He has been the Race Director (RD) of BITC for several years and is also the RD for the annual Duct Tape Duet fun run. John regularly volunteers to for RAW events and has been a Director on the RAW Board for the last few years.

Since joining RAW, Mike has become actively involved in club activities. He volunteers at RAW events and gives back to the sport through volunteer efforts with the Dallas Athletes and Dallas Running Club. Last year Mike signed on to help John with the race director duties for BITC and this year served as Co-Race Director.

Both of these members exemplify the spirit of RAW and demonstrate that there is plenty of opportunity to Give Back to the Sport.

If you would like to recognize someone for “Giving Back to the Sport,” please send your nominations to [email protected] along with a paragraph on why that person should be recognized.

Recipients: Race Directors Mike Evans and John Bush

First Steps The New Runner’s Guide

By Rick Sanford

As a runner, the only gear you really need is a good pair of running shoes. Sure there are people out there who run barefoot, but most of us need (and prefer) running shoes for the cushioning, stability, and protection they provide. Since every runner and every foot is different, all of the shoe manufacturers offer several models of technical running shoes with retail prices typically ranging from $90 to $150. They all vary in style, features, and cushioning. With so many options, choosing the right shoes can be a confusing process. You can’t just go with the most expensive shoes or the ones that your buddy wears. It really comes down to which shoes offer the features you need and fit your foot the best. Your best resource for finding the prefect pair of running shoes is your local running specialty store. They carry the high-quality technical running shoes you typically won’t find in the sporting goods or department stores. The staff will look at your feet and ask questions about your running program and goals. They will measure your feet. They will watch you run so that they can examine your stride. After gathering all of this information, they will recommend some shoes for you to try. As you are trying on the shoes, they will tell you what you should be looking for. Can you pick up your toes inside the shoe? Is there enough room between the ends of your toes and the shoe? Does the heel slip? Is the arch support hitting in the right spot? Don’t worry about size. Your running shoes will need to be a larger size than your street shoes. That’s just the way it is. Don’t worry too much about the style or colors. Go with the shoes that provide the features you need. Go with the shoes fit your feet.

Runners Speak: ElectolytesElectrolytes are minerals such as sodium, chloride and potassium that are vital for normal bodily functions. These minerals are lost when the body sweats. You can replenish electrolytes through the foods you eat, like bananas which are high in potassium. Sports drinks and electrolyte tablets are other ways to replace lost electrolytes.

Equipment, Gadgets & Gizmos: Injinji® TetratsoksInjinji® Performance Series socks are constructed with CoolMax® and a durable nylon outer shell, but what makes them different from other running socks is what the manufacturer calls their Anatomical Interface System (AIS) technology. AIS is engineered to separate your toes with a thin, anti-friction membrane that is both lightweight and breathable. Seamless in construction, the tetratsok forms to every contour of your foot. This allows for true restriction free movement from your heel to five toes, encourages healthy circulation, and eliminates skin on skin contact between your toes to prevent blisters from developing.

New membersRick Allen Norie and George Alvarez Laura Bierck Kristin Bille Curt Burgess Phyllis Butts Kathy Calkins Matt Campbell Frank Chiuppi Joseph & Julia Czyz Craig & Nancy Ebersole Richard & Michele Evans Carol & Kerry Ezell Karen Fugate Nikki Gouyton Cathy Harshman

Rich Hendler Daniel & Karen Jones Mitch Kent Dusti Kuehne Amy Matasso Kathy Phelps Margaret Powers Michael Redwine Sheri Routon John Ruiz Holly Scheef Celleste Sires & Mike O’Leary David Smith Kristine & Mike Smith Barbara Stelzl Douglas Sullivan Melody Watson

RenewalsDavid Ball Barbara Bowen Ryan Burns The Bush Family Bart Bybee Mary Ann Calvio Pete & Linda Chan Michael & Tanya Czyz John Dalri Janet & Dennis Dixon Tony & Judy Dominiec Scott & Kelly Eppelman Rick Fogle Steve Grady Ken Hall & Family Jack Hase & Family Della & Danny Irby Cindy Lee

The Luccioni Family Laurie & Jim Lukanich Brian Luker Ken & Sabine Macinnes Dale Mauger Chris McConnell Lee Miller Pat Noell Robin & Brad Pearson Chris Reyher Staci & George Rivero Steven Rush Kevin Smilie Mark Studer Terry & Mike Toce Al Walker Alan & Hélène Walker Kevin & Lorraine Wessels Tom Zack

Welcome to all our new members

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January 13th in Houston was a beautiful day for a marathon. It was 40º at the start with clear skies

and no wind. That morning the largest crowd to ever run this race in its 36-year history gathered and awaited the start. I was there with fellow RAW member, Thomas “T.O.” Okazaki, who drove down with me from Grapevine. We stayed with a friend of mine and had fun walking at the Expo at the George R Brown convention center the day before.

Things went very well on the first part of the race. Crowds were thick all throughout the course. This is a very well run event. At mile 12, though, my right hamstring weakened and then cramped up. A massage at a nearby medical tent didn’t help much. I resumed running very slowly and managed to get into a very slow pace. As each pace group caught and passed me, I could only dream about what could have been. It felt so good running those first miles. I had 14 miles to think about my next steps after the marathon– rest, rehab and strengthening my weakened hamstring. Also to thank God for getting me this far and letting me know there would be another day to race.

Time to Think at the Houston MarathonBy David Ball

Proud finishers, Thomas Okazaki and David Ball, show off their hard-earned finisher’s medals.

Houston Marathon 2008

The Houston Marathon still remains one of the

best marathons among the Big Three of Austin, Dallas, and Houston. It offers a fast, flat course, a huge race expo, wonderful crowd support, and still manages to send home its jubilant finishers with a pile of goodies.

Coupled with the fact that the Austin Marathon now runs on a hillier new course, it was not surprising that the Houston Marathon reached its max limit much earlier this year. To make matters worse, there were reported cases of scalping going on when racing bibs were being put on sale for exorbitant prices during the bib exchange and transfer period.

This was going to be my sixth Houston Marathon, but the lesson learned here is that no matter how many times you may have done the same race, it is still very important to plan ahead and check to see what important changes may have been made from the previous year that might affect your normal race morning routine.

Both David Ball and I were very fortunate to be guests in his childhood friend’s home in

Sugar Land, Texas. This was the furthest out I had stayed in Houston the night before a race. It was finally lights out at midnight, after having a late pasta dinner. We were planning on waking up at 4 a.m. in order to find a good parking spot. Fortunately we both had a chance to take a short two-hour nap before dinner, so that really helped.

It’s always interesting and amusing to observe others runners get ready for a race and the different ways they prepare. I marvel at all the little things David does to prepare himself to run, including his famous body markings he writes on his arms and legs. He did the same thing

at the Marine Corps Marathon.

The weather at the start was almost picture-perfect. The marathon start was in

two separate waves, with

the second one starting 15 minutes

later to help relieve the congestion. I watched

David take off strong at the start. I hoped his hamstring injury would not flare up again during the race.

I still was recovering from doing a 50K at Sunmart and

Hello, Houston, We GotBy Thomas “T.O.” Okazaki


the White Rock marathon back-to-back in mid-December. I didn’t get the mileage I wanted leading up to race day due to work, running club duties, and holiday season schedule conflicts. I was hoping to just finish this one to stay in the hunt for completing the Texas Marathon Challenge of doing the Dallas, Houston, and Austin trilogy and getting in a good long workout.

I had run Houston tired and injured before so finishing it was only a matter of grinding out the miles. That being said, I never felt great from the get-go, so I knew right away it was going to be tough day. I struggled to reach the halfway point at around 2 hours. This was a far cry from last year when I set a marathon personal record (PR) here.

The entertainment provided by some real characters in the cheering crowds helped to pass the time away. I really liked the man wearing a hot dog hat who couldn’t play a lick on his trumpet and the lone Blues Brother strutting his stuff and singing various numbers next to his Blues Brothers’ cop mobile.

One of my favorite spots on the course is near mile 10 when you start hearing the Catholic church bells ringing and a priest standing next to the course sprinkling holy water on the marathoners as they go by. As I was struggling along, little did I know that David had re-injured his hamstring again at the half and was hobbling along gallantly to the end.

A Problem!

Thomas Okazaki and Dave Ball were guests in Dave’s childhood friend’s home in Sugar Land, Texas.

I still enjoy the marathon experience, the spectacle, the crowds, and the camaraderie of joining a special fraternity of runners, striving to achieve a common goal of conquering this magical distance of 26.2 miles

Every one of my 55 marathons has been a little different and unique in their own way. Through the years, it has become easier to start, but finishing them all still remains a difficult and challenging endeavor. Running them either fast or

slow, I still enjoy the marathon experience, the spectacle, the crowds, and the camaraderie of joining a special fraternity of runners, striving to achieve a common goal of conquering this magical distance of 26.2 miles to the best of their abilities on that given day.

The final miles were not pretty for David and me, but long after the pain and fatigue faded away, we can look back and rejoice in a sense of satisfaction of crossing the finish line of a marathon one more time and sharing a road trip together with memories and images that we can cherish and remember for the rest of our lives.


RAW for LifeFitness Careers, Health Issues and Training Tips for the 60+ AthleteBy Pat Noell

Can you make a close guess as to how many active members of LGRAW are in their 60s or 70s? I guessed about 10, and I’ll bet you did too. Imagine my surprise when I researched the member database and discovered that there are about 30 of us in this upper age bracket! That is 12.5% of the membership! In this article, I’ll introduce you to the eight active members who are 65 and older.

At 69, Tony Dominiec is the senior club member. He has been running for years and is aiming at his 20th marathon after having knee replacement surgery on each leg.

Chris Reyher, 69, is a charter member of RAW and has been an active runner since he was in high school. His lengthy running career, recently terminated by injuries, has developed into a passion for walking in order to stay fit. He has promoted walking within our club attracting veteran and novice walkers, runners who are tapering or on the mend, as well as other retired runners. The RAW Walkers meet on Saturday and Sunday mornings at the clubhouse for workouts.

At the age of 30, with the idea of celebrating his 40th birthday with a marathon, Al Angell, now 68, started running. He has run the White Rock Marathon 22 times since then. Twenty-six years ago, Al started Food for the Poor, collecting pledges for his White Rock Marathon runs. On the Saturday before Christmas, Food for the Poor distributes turkeys, chickens, and produce to Frasier Courts in West Dallas. They served 240 families last Christmas. Al lives in Dallas and is the immediate past Vice-President of Plano Plodders and is also a member of Dallas Running Club.

Alan Engisch, 68, has been running 19 years. He runs mostly 5-10Ks and half marathons. A 30K has been his longest run. Alan trains 3 times per week with LGRAW, running with the running group on Saturday and Sunday mornings and running with the trail runners on Wednesday morning.

Did you know photos from many RAW races and social events, including the annual banquet, can be found on the

RAW web site and are available for order?

To see them go to… Runnersandwalkers.com then click on “gallery”

Joe Luccioni, 68, has run since he learned to walk, then running track and cross-country in high school. Joe says running is simply his lifestyle, a part of his being. In addition, Joe loves meeting the people in this sport, and it was on a run that he met his wife, Evelyn. During the period 1978 – 1985, Joe ran 26 marathons. Preparing for the first one, Joe’s longest training run was 13 miles. He describes himself on that marathon as a “real novice” and ignorant of what happens to the body after 16 miles. Nineteen years after running his last marathon, he undertook to run the New York Marathon in 2004−a 17-mile marathon as it turned out. Because of his knees, Joe now walks and leads spinning classes.

Pat Noell, 67, has never been a runner. She started walking 5Ks when she was 60. At 65, she graduated to half marathons and is now walking towards completing half marathon in half the States.

John Dalri, 66, is a retired Captain with Delta Air Lines. Because of a weight gain, John started running in the early 80s, slowly, ½ mile at first. His training goal is running ten miles/week, mostly in the Parr Park area. Cross training? John golfs 3 times per week. John runs 5Ks, 10Ks, and Turkey Trots, including some LGRAW runs. John has run races all over the world with World Airline Road Race (WARR), including London, Honolulu, and Zurich. John is a member of the Grapevine Parks & Recreation Board and credits Ray Harris with getting him into LGRAW.

Allen Rowe, 65, is a life coach, living in Grapevine for the past 2 years. Allen started running track in junior high and had an excellent coach who got him started right. Allen also continues to participate in numerous other vigorous sports.


RAW Racing FundIn 2006/07 the RAW Board established a RAW Racing Fund.

This fund provides a way for deserving runners, especially local youth, to participate in our RAW club races free of charge.

Several children have been nominated for this program, and have been able to participate at our club races through this fund.

If you, or someone you know, is in need of sponsorship for our next club race, Hound Dog Hustle in April, please contact the Race Director, Joe Luccioni.

Are you a native Texan?No, I was born and raised in southeast Iowa. I moved to Texas after I graduated high school.

How long have you been running?I have been running off and on since I was in high school. There were several years where I didn’t do much running, or anything else, and got really out of shape. A soccer game in the front yard with my kids when they were very young got me so winded I realized it was time to start exercising and eating healthier - which led me back into running and other activities.

How long have you been a RAW member?I joined just before the Fourth of July party in 2006.

Who was the first person you met at RAW, or at first showed you the route or really “took you in?”I actually met Marty Metzger while biking with the BRAW (Bikers Runners and Walkers) group. When I decided to actually join the club and start running, the first person I remember meeting was Kelly “K2” Richards.

Why running?It has always come naturally to me and I enjoy being outdoors and exploring new places. It also takes very little equipment and you can do it just about anywhere you go.

Do you do anything special before or after running, or do you have any pre/post-race ritual? Nothing special before or after running, although, I thoroughly enjoy sitting around the clubhouse knocking down a few cold ones after running. Several of my friends think it is quite odd that we sit around and drink tasty beverages as early as 9:00 in the morning. This seemed unusual to me at first also, but now it may be my favorite part of belonging to the club and I look forward to it each week.

Do you prefer roads or trails?I prefer trails because of the variety and scenery.

Where is the most unique or unusual place you have ever run?The National Mall and Memorial Parks in Washington, D.C.

What do you consider your biggest running achievement?In 1998, I trained on my own and completed my first marathon – White Rock. This was extremely satisfying even though I started too fast and hit the wall hard around mile 17 and could barely walk for several weeks.

What running gear would you never travel without?Shoes, shorts, and iPod.

Do you GU, gel, Gatorade, or other?GU® energy gel and Gatorade®.

What has running taught you about yourself or what have you learned about life through running?If you put your mind to it and persevere, you can accomplish things that initially seemed out of your reach.

Do you have a spouse or significant other? Any children?I have two boys, Zak (20), who just moved to Salt Lake City so that he could rock climb more often, and Nick (15), who seems to be the opposite of me and spends most of his waking hours inside in front of the computer or video games.

Besides running, what other fitness activities do you enjoy or do as cross-training?Weightlifting, cycling, sand volleyball, flag football, ultimate Frisbee®, and skiing. I enjoy just about anything that can be done outdoors.

In Step With Brad Liles

RAW Elections Consider serving on the RAW Election Committee, for our club elections will be here before you know it on July 4th. We looking for three members take on this very important challenge. The Election Committee will be comprised of one Board Member (non-officer) and two club members in good standing.

If you are interested, please contact Joe Luccioni or any board member. The committee will solicit candidates and set the procedures for the election process guided by the club’s by-laws.

Ikept on “Tri”-ing and it finally paid off! The last time I wrote an article for the FOOTPRINT, it was

about a crash-and-burn marathon event. Somehow, I think that crash-and-burn was the beginning of a better road for me to travel, and that is the road of the triathlete. As some RAW members might say, I moved to the “dark side” a couple years ago when I did my first triathlon. It was the PlayTri Sprint Triathlon in Grapevine at Meadowmere Park. From that day forward, I was 150% a triathlete — I was hooked and have no plans to look back.

The race on October 28th in Keller, Texas was not my first triathlon, but it’s now officially my best so far. After taking 2nd overall in a couple of previous triathlons, I felt like I was destined to always be second. That all changed at “The Monster Tri.” This triathlon is a pool-swim race, which means it’s a staggered start. Because it’s done in a pool, they seed the swimmers and each one has about 5 seconds before the next swimmer starts.

With 229 racers, I was number 9 in the pool. It was a very chilly day for a race and most of my time was spent figuring out what the heck to do at the transition to the bike. On a warm day, it’s easy and I have it down to quite a planned transition. Today, though, there were several key questions. What to wear over the wet tri suit? Should I add a layer or freeze? Should I add a hat under the helmet or freeze? Should I add gloves or freeze? The big argument of the day was between my 10 year old daughter, Jesse, and me. Jesse did the kids’ triathlon the day before and was now an expert on the race and weather conditions. I wondered about socks or no socks. Jesse firmly believed in socks and would not let the subject rest. In the end, transition decisions are mine to make alone and whether by choice or by spite, I opted for no socks on the bike and run.

The swim was decent, but not crazy fast. I felt good getting out of the water, until I headed out the door of the natatorium. It was a cold, mad dash to the transition with a little delay because I added a shirt and gloves. My transition from the cold weather was not as speedy as I would have liked. Then it was off to the bike. It was cold, but there wasn’t much wind, so I had great conditions to push the pace on the bike. I passed a group early which included two women that opted to ride in swimsuits alone (now that was silly). At this point, I figured I had two more women to catch. In the second bike loop, racers that started behind me were in the mix, so it became tougher to know where you stood

in the standings. I still hadn’t found one of the women I assumed was in front of me.

I was off the bike and on to the run. It was a great day for a run as the cool weather is totally different in a run than on the bike. Runners don’t believe this until that first day they bike in sub-50 or 60 degree temperatures. When I started triathlons, I thought my strength would be the run. I was surprised to find out that it is actually my weakest event. It’s been great finally putting some good runs on the back of the swim and bike this year. I ran hard and steady looking in front of me for any women to catch.

Right at the halfway mark, I passed a woman - not the one I thought was out ahead of me, but great to pass regardless. Since it was an out-and-back route, I knew I was now in the #1 spot! It was a wonderful feeling to be announced as the first woman to finish the race. But, the race is not over until the other racers finish. It’s always possible, and has happened many times before, to have a racer that is not as strong a swimmer and seeded further back at the start to come through and win the race due to strong biking and running. I was hopeful as the results were posted and re-posted as folks finished their races.

On one of the postings, I dropped back to 2nd seeing that another female had a time that was five minutes faster than mine. It could have been possible, but it didn’t really make sense as we stood around and talked about it. Come to find out, she had only done one loop on the bike and took 6 miles off the race. She was disqualified, which put me back in the top spot. I was so excited! I can hardly believe that I was the overall woman finisher of almost 100 women that participated. I think the very best part about it was how excited Jesse was knowing that her Mom won the race. Winning is great - seeing your daughter being proud of you is much more than great — it’s what life is all about!

So, we may be on the “dark side,” but life is pretty bright over here sometimes — you should give it a “tri” yourself!

The Monster TriathlonBy Julie Sheridan

The very best part about it was how excited Jesse was knowing that her Mom won the race. Winning is great - seeing your daughter being proud of you is much more than great — it’s what life is all about!


For one night only, these RAW luminaries came out to enjoy the world premiere of “Spirit of the Marathon.”

On Thursday night, January 24th, the winds whipped up as a cold

front was bearing down on Grapevine. The threat of freezing rain the following morning would not dampen the spirits of RAW members, though. After a nice meal at a local restaurant, several gathered at Grapevine’s Tinsel Town theatre to watch the one-night showing of the “Spirit of the Marathon” movie. Everyone agreed

the movie really captured a lot of the “spirit” that training for and running a marathon brings out. Many touching scenes of famous past champions added to current regular runners and elites alike in the LaSalle Bank 2005 Chicago Marathon.

The movie had good interviews of people we could all identify with covering the trials, tribulations, and

triumphs of running 26.2 miles. It even got good reaction from non-runners in the group who came to support their running spouses and friends.

An encore showing of the movie was also held on February 21st. For more information, check out their website: www.marathonmovie.com.

RAW Night Out: “Spirit of the Marathon” MovieBy David Ball

Spirit of the Marathon is the first ever non-fiction feature film to capture the drama and essence of the famed 26.2 mile running event. Filmed on four continents, the movie brings together a diverse cast of amateur athletes and marathon luminaries.

As six unique stories unfold, each runner prepares for and ultimately faces the challenge of the Chicago Marathon. More than a sports movie, Spirit of the Marathon is an inspirational journey of perseverance and personal triumph; a spectacle that will be embraced by runners and non-runners alike.



RAW in the KitchenBy Bridget Smith 2006 RRCA Masters Female Runner of the Year

Please send recipe ideas and comments to [email protected].

Annual RRCA National Convention

Since 1958, the RRCA has gathered in different cities around the country for the Annual RRCA National Convention. The Convention consists of the annual meeting of the membership, educational workshops, and the National Grassroots Running Awards Banquet. Hundreds of runners, club delegates, event directors, and corporate supporters attend the RRCA Convention. Clubs are encouraged to reward their key volunteers with a trip to the RRCA Convention. The Convention is a great opportunity for RRCA State Representatives, Regional Directors, board members, and general members to come together and share information, best practices, and contribute to the mission of the RRCA.

The annual RRCA Convention is being hosted by the Flying Pig Marathon May 2nd – 4th, 2008 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Flying Pig Marathon has been named one of the top 10 “Most Fun Runs” in the world by Runner’s World magazine. Don’t let the name scare you, there’s a race for everyone in the family. Race distances include the marathon, half marathon, 5K and kid’s one-mile fun run. There is also a special competition called Pump N Run. For complete details on any of the Flying Pig races or the RRCA Convention go to: http://www.flyingpigmarathon.com

News from the RRCARoad Runners Club of AmericaBy Kelly Richards

Top O’ the Morning! Spring is in the air – warm weather is just around the corner! Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day with a cool brew, some corned beef and cabbage – and this wonderful soda bread! This recipe is as authentic as they come – directly from our own Noreen “Diva” Henry’s Grandma Walsh.

Irish Soda Bread4 cups flour1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1 cup raisins1 to 1 1/2 cups buttermilk1/2 stick melted butter

Preheat oven to 375. Melt butter in pie plate to grease. In bowl, blend together dry ingredients. Add melted butter, buttermilk, and raisins (if not already added).

Mix well and shape into ball, adding flour or buttermilk as needed for texture to shape. Put dough ball in pie plate and cut a cross along the top. Bake 50-60 min.

(Wrap edges with foil after 30 min. if crust is already brown). Cool, slice and serve with butter...Yum!

Optional: You can also substitute with wheat flour and dried cranberries

If the Shoe Fits …By Hélène “LN” Walker

We have all heard the expression, “If the shoe fits, wear it.”

Unfortunately, the expression may not always be right. For many years, I bought the same brand of running shoes and ran with the latest version of one their models made for neutral runners. Everything went well until two years ago, when unbeknownst to me, the shoe brand changed my favorite model from neutral to overpronation. One can guess what happened next: a bad case of overstretched peroneus

longus complete with never-ending muscular pain. The peroneus longus is one of the muscles that runs along the external side of the lower leg.

I tried everything to get rid of the injury: the RICE method (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation), deep-tissue massage, and many painful sessions of ART (Active Release Technique), but nothing worked. Then, someone told me, “I see you are overpronating.” The next day, I went to Luke’s Locker and they fitted me with shoes made for

neutral runners. It’s been over three weeks now and I am so ecstatic to be running free of pain after two full years of misery. I have talked to many running buddies in the past three weeks and I was surprised to learn how many runners experienced the same problem.

The moral of the story? If you have an injury that does not seem to go away despite your best efforts to get rid of it, you may want to have your shoe fitting checked.

RAW RACE RESULTSPlease e-mail your race details to Thomas “T.O.” Okazaki at [email protected]

Oct. 13, Madill, OKReuel Little Classic Half MarathonSteve Grady: 2:03:47

Oct. 20, Valley Ranch, TXValley Ranch Pumpkin Dash 5KSarah Ramos: 21:28, OFW

Oct. 21, Triangle, VAEX2 Backyard Burn 10 Mile Trail Run #1Samantha Galpin: 1:24:56, 3rd AG

Nov. 4, Annandale, VAEX2 Backyard Burn 10 Mile Trail Run #2Samantha Galpin: 1:15:48, 3rd AG

Nov. 10, Dallas, TXAsics TeXXas TwentyDavid Moyer: 2:50:08

Nov. 18, Fairfax Station, VAEX2 Backyard Burn 10 Mile Trail Run#3Samantha Galpin: 1:26:40, 3rd AG

Dec. 1, Allen, TXAllen Rudolph Run 5KDale Mauger: 23:41, 2nd AG

Dec. 1. Baton Rouge, LABaton Rouge Beach MarathonTroy Pruett: 3:13:34, 2nd AG

Dec. 1, Arlington, TXDon Zetnick Arlington Winter Run 10KLee Rebodos: 40:22, 3rd AGJoseph Hale: 41:05, 1st AGAndrew Hale: 41:10John Ball: 43:44, 2nd AGDon Zetnick Arlington Winter Run 2 MileLee Rebodos: 3rd AGJohn Ball: 12:33, 2nd AG

Dec. 1, San Francisco, CANorth Face Endurance 50 MilerSam Thompson: 9:20:02, 3rd AG

Dec. 1, Orlando, FLOrlando Utilities Half MarathonDoug Noell: 1:43:35Courtney Noell: 2:24:08

Dec. 1, Memphis, TNSt. Jude Memphis MarathonDavid Moyer: 3:55:23,

1st Marathon

Dec. 2, Clifton, VAEX2 Backyard Burn 10 Mile Trail Run #4Samantha Galpin: 1:23:48, 3rd AGHenry Galpin: 1:35:11, 3rd AG

Dec. 8, Arlington, TXToys For Tots 5KJohn Ball: 21:35, MMW

Dec. 12, Huntsville, TXSunmart Trails Endurance Run 50 MilerJack Hase: 10:08:02Chris McConnell: 10:40:32Marty Metzger: 11:41:21

Sunmart Trails Endurance Run 50KJim Baudhuin: 6:58:04

Dec. 13, Dallas, TXWellstone’s Dallas White Rock MarathonMark Miller: 2:41:45Rick Hanson: 2:47:29Jeff Garber: 2:55:34Lee Rebodos: 3:05:44Jason Smith: 3:13:17Chris McCain: 3:16:40Leana Sloan: 3:26:15Ros Dalrymple: 3:39:40Doug Keeffe: 3:41:07Joann Whelpley: 3:41:14Heather Wallace: 3:41:24Kristine Hinojos: 3:45:49,

1st MarathonLeslie Darden: 3:49:34Jimbo Cross: 3:55:11Kevin Smilie: 4:01:49Mike VanMeter: 4:01:06, PRMaryBeth Crane: 4:05:36Steve Bukah: 4:05:37Melissa Hassan: 4:18:24Jason Anton: 4:19:35Brian Luker: 4:22:12,

1st MarathonJoy Townsend: 4:31:50Mary Keeffe: 4:34:58Thomas Okazaki: 4:40:22Rick Fogle: 4:53:33, Adrienne Stipe: 4:56:35, Jim Baudhuin: 4:56:45Steve Grady: 5:15:20,

Wellstone’s Dallas White Rock Half MarathonKen Hall: 1:19:03, 1st AGJon Korte: 1:23:19Brad McClew: 1:30:05Yolanda Hopping: 1:30:35, 1st AGDoug Shanahan: 1:32:39David Ball: 1:33:45Colleen Musielak: 1:38:38Staci Rivero: 1:47:54Mary Lessor: 1:49:09Michelle Putze: 1:50:50Stacy Dannels: 1:53:41Melissa McKibben: 1:58:09Tim Roche: 1:58:27

Kristine Hall: 2:04:47Mark Minorik: 2:05:02George Rivero: 2:05:14Ross Darrow: 2:17:17Alan Engisch: 2:23:51Crystal Grose: 2:25:24Peggy Martin: 2:29, Janet Dixon: 2:59:12Pat Noell: 3:47:50

Wellstone’s Dallas White Rock Marathon RelaysMixed Open Division-5 member team The Pentavirates: 4:17:06Steve Rush

Dec. 15, Ft. Worth, TXFWRC Tropical 10 MilerLaura Nelson: 1:14:36, 1st AGDennis Maietta: 1:18:16Kat Sparks: 1:20:34, 3rd AGMark Sparks: 1:20:34Tim Roach: 1:38:29FWRC Hawaiian 5KJohn Ball: 20:27, 1st AG

Dec. 15, Dallas, TXJog’r Egg Nog’r 15KTroy Pruett: 1:03:08, 1st AGJulie Kaner: 1:13:54, 2nd AGNeil Sobol: 1:41:15

Jog’r Egg Nog’r 5KDale Mauger: 22:39, 2nd AG

Dec. 22, Arlington, TXJust For The Heck Of It VII 5KJohn Ball: 20:19, MMW

Dec. 30-Jan.1, Litchfield Park, AZAcross The Years 48 Hour RaceScott Eppelman: 171.809 miles, 3rd Overall

Jan. 1, Ft. Worth, TXFWRC New Year’s Day 4 MilerPaul Gerba: 32:48Tim Roche: 34:49

Jan. 1, Dallas, TXNew Year’s Run 5 MilerJulie Kaner: 37:31, 1st AG

Jan.1, Kingwood, TXTexas MarathonSteve Grady: 4:45:23

Jan. 5, Bandera, TXBandera 100KJack Hase: 15:37:39

Jan. 5, Dallas, TXDRC Frigid 5KMichael Ahearn: 24:58Apurva Parikh: 29:00

Jan. 5, Addison, TXRotary Resolution 10KJohn Ball: 47:28, 1st AGMary Lessor: 56:24, 2nd AG

Rotary Resolution 5KJohn Ball: 20:38, 1st AGMary Lessor: 24:30, 2nd AG

Jan. 5, Jackson, MSMississippi Blues MarathonSam Thompson: 3:12:27

Jan. 12, Ft. Worth, TXNew Balance Trail Blazer Series Fifteen 25KLaura Nelson: 2:00:19, OFW

Jan. 12, Dallas, TXSnowman Shuffle 15KYolanda Hopping: 41:03, FMWSnowman Shuffle 5KJohn Ball: 20:21, 1st AG

Jan. 13, Orlando, FLDisney World MarathonKat Sparks: 4:00:29Mark Sparks: 4:06:23Staci Rivero: 4:12:41Nikki Grose: 4:41:29,

1st MarathonCrystal Grose: 6:09:13,

1st Marathon

Jan. 13, Houston, TXChevron Houston MarathonKevin Smilie: 4:07:43David Ball: 4:19:48Thomas Okazaki: 4:52:43

Jan. 13, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe AZP.F. Chang ‘s Rock ‘n’ Roll ArizonaKevin Snyder: 3:59:52

P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona HalfVern Lumbert: 2:06:21

Jan. 19, Grapevine, TXBold In The Cold 15KKen Hall: 56:10, MMW,

2nd OverallMark Miller: 56:24, 1st AG,

3rd OverallLee Rebodos: 1:03:38, 3rd AGMark Studer: 1:08:58, 3rd AGJessica Hanson: 1:10:12, 2nd AGBrad Liles: 1:10:56Kevin Wessels: 1:11:45Karen Robertson: 1:20:10, 2nd AGKyle Keifer: 1:21:18, 2nd AGDavid Smith: 1:21:57Ryan Burns: 1:26:42Letha Cruthirds: 1:27:00, 1st AG


From 5Ks to ULTRAS

PR-Personal RecordAG-Age GroupBQ-Boston QualifiedOW-Overall WinnerOFW-Overall Female WinnerOMW-Overall Male WinnerMMW-Male Masters WinnerFMW-Female Masters Winner

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Tim Roche: 1:27:40Christine Bassano: 1:29:10, 1st AGTodd Roper: 1:31:13Chelsea Keifer: 1:34:29Debi Evans: 1:40:43Micheal Czyz: 1:41:32

Bold In The Cold 5KTim Oberholzer: 20:40, 1st AGJohn Ball: 21:02, MGMWDale Mauger: 23:36, 1st AGMichelle Putze: 23:40, FMWBlaine Covington: 24:59, 3rd AGAnn McCarley, 25:12, 1st AGTina Covington: 26:24, 2nd AGEv Barnes: 27:56, 1st AGSusan Crow: 31:09, 3rd AGCullen Smith: 31:17Pamela Pugliese: 51:25

Jan. 19, Dallas, TXToo Cold To Hold 15KColleen Baranowski: 1:09:08, 3rd AG

Too Cold To Hold 5KRobin Pearson: 25:13, 1st AGKatie Pearson: 32:32

Jan. 21, Arlington, TXMLK Day and Dream 5KJohn Ball: 19:48, 1st AG

Jan. 27, Benbrook, TXLake Benbrook Half MarathonRyan Burns: 2:03:42Lake Benbrook 5KJohn Ball: 20:13, 1st

Jan. 27, Austin, TXThe 3M Half MarathonVeda Miner: 2:03:51

Relay Open Mixed:“Beat Henry Galpin’s Team”: 1:39:35Samantha Galpin: 50:57, 1st legChris Godbold: 48:36, 2nd leg

Relay Male Masters:“Two Old Cripples”:

1:38:10, 3rd PlaceJim Uhelski: 49:24, 1st legHenry Galpin: 48:45, 2nd leg

DUATHLONS & TRIATHLONSNov. 3, Panama City Beach, FLFord Ironman Florida(2.4 mi swim/112 mi bike/26.2 mi run)Bart Bybee: 11:09:55

ADVENTURE RACINGNov. 18, Huntsville, TXTexas Jailbreak Adventure Race-Sprint(Run/Orienteer/Bike/Paddle) Teams of 2Team PB&J Ball & Chain: 4:48:50, 2nd Place FemaleReba BeckerDebbie Carpenter

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Dear Spareribs:When the winter weather is very cold as it has been last month, I get an awful earache when I run. The pain is awful. Any ideas on how to prevent this? -Charlie in Southlake

Dear Charlie:You think your ears hurt? Don’t tell me your problems. Two weeks ago I ran five miles with Jersey Mike and mine are still killing me. -Spareribs

Dear Spareribs:I just ran my first marathon and am I ever excited! Every mile was the most thrilling, emotional experience. I have written a race report that describes my feelings and how I performed mile by mile. It’s a bit long, but I was hoping to send it to you and maybe you could include it in one of your columns. What do you think? -Shelly in Coppell

Dear Shelly:You know how sometimes when you’re on the internet you get a message that says, “Internet Explorer has encountered a problem and must shut down”? And then a dialog box asks you if you want Microsoft to send you an error report? And you always hit “Don’t Send” because there’s nothing in the report you care to read? Well, don’t send me your race report. -Spareribs

The opinions and recommendations expressed by Spareribs in the “Ask Spareribs” column are solely his own and do not necessarily reflect the views of LGRAW members. Give credence to his ideas at your own risk.

Ask Spareribs Dear Spareribs:

I hope you can help me; I am so upset. My fiancé and I have been together for almost three years. We met and fell in love through running. He was the first person to encourage me to run longer, he helped me run my first race, and now, next month, thanks to his coaching, I am running my first marathon. I love him and I love running, and I have been so happy up until today.

Here is what happened. This morning we did a 20-mile marathon training run. After the run we showered together at his place, and I happily left for work. I pulled out of his driveway and hadn’t gotten more than a half mile down the road when my car conked out and shuddered to a halt. When I went to call for help I realized I had left my cell phone on his dresser so I walked back there to get him to help me. When I walked into his bedroom I couldn’t believe my eyes. He was in bed with another woman, just minutes after being with me!

I am beside myself and don’t know what to do. Spareribs, can you please help? -Charlene in Flower Mound

Dear Charlene:A car stalling after being driven a short distance can be caused by a variety of faults with the engine. Start by checking that there is no debris in the fuel line. If it is clear, check the jubilee clips holding the vacuum pipes onto the inlet manifold. If none of these approaches solves the problem, it could be that the fuel pump itself is faulty, causing low delivery pressure to the carburetor float chamber. I hope this helps. -Spareribs

march 2008

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