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Happy Tuesday, Everyone!
Magic Mile
I want to congratulate everyone for a FANTASTIC Magic Mile on Saturday! The times were wonderful, with pretty much everyone cutting significant time (several by a whole minute!) off of their original Magic Mile last month. Good job! If this new time suggests a group change for you, your group leader will be getting with you shortly to notify you and provide you with more details.
Watches and Timers
There have been several questions about watches and timers. If you do not have an interval watch, you may want to consider the investment. I have outlined a few suggestions below:
The Garmin Forerunner 205 uses GPS satellite tracking to record distance, pace and location. This updated version allows workouts to be downloaded from your PC and results uploaded for analysis.
The Garmin Forerunner 305 includes all features of the 205 plus heart rate monitoring.
The Garmin Forerunner 405 gives you the best of both worlds. Simply tap the touch bezel to change screens without fumbling for a button. Once you’ve logged the miles, innovative ANT+™ wireless technology automatically transfers data to your computer when the Forerunner is in range. The data’s just there, ready for you to analyze, categorize and share through our online community, Garmin Connect. You can also send workouts wirelessly from your computer to Forerunner.
These watches can be purchased at Running Warehouse for a great price. Don't forget to use our 15% discount using code SLCJGD. Free two-day shipping so you can have it by Saturday!
The GymBoss is a timing device in which you can set up intervals which have the option of a beep (very loud, which is good for racing), vibrate (great for when using the iPod), and the beep + vibrate combo. These can be purchased through your group leader for $19.95. It has to be ordered through the Jeff Galloway corporate office so it will take a few weeks to receive.
Race Highlight of the Week:
Midnight Half Marathon
This race is very unique and sounds like a lot of fun. It is a "race to midnight" half marathon in which you cross the start line any time you want (yes, that's correct - no huddled, shoulder-to-shoulder start) and the point is to try to make it to the finish line as close to midnight as possible. The only trick is you are not allowed to use any watches or timing devices (that's right - I guess that means we will have to understand the moon position!). The person who comes closest to finishing at midnight wins the race. This is a great opportunity for those of us who would otherwise never "win" a race for speed! Glow in the dark necklaces and bracelets will be given out and you are encouraged to wear a costume... and most importantly - an awesome post-race party. For more information on this event, please click here.
This Saturday
Have a great week everyone, and we'll see you out on the parkway this weekend at 7:00 for a wonderful run of five miles. The forecast calls for wonderful weather so let's keep our fingers crossed that it stays that way.
Christi
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