Thursday, April 15, 2010

Why the Utah Race Guide? There are and have been many race calendars throughout the state. However, none of them have been entirely reliable. The Utah Race Guide is a definitive guide and is double verified with each race director before going to print so that the information is as accurate as possible.

Northern
Peak Performance1895
Washington Blvd.
Ogden, UT 84404 801-475-0111

Striders
1986 North Hillfield Road
Layton, UT 84040801-728-9121
www.stridersrunning.com

Deboers
135 South MainBountiful,
UT 84010801-292-7774
Salt Lake Running

Co.3142 South Highland
Dr.Salt Lake City,
UT 84106801-484-9144
www.saltlakerunningco.com

Wasatch Running
Center 8946 South State Street
Sandy, Utah 84070801-566-8786
www.wasatchrunningcenter.com

Hey I just wanted to give you all this information about the Utah Race Guide booklet. I have one and it is great! It really is so much more reliable than just getting on the internet for the information. Many of those races have not been updated from that last year. There is literally a race every weekend. If you’re bored and you want something to do with your friends, check out when a race is and run it together. I posted a list of stores in this local area where you can pick up one of these guide books.

Support Your Community!

The Miller 5K Fun Run/Walk
In memory of Larry H. Miller, the Clinton City Youth Council is holding a 5K fun run/walk on May 1, 2010. All money will go to American Diabetes Association and to the awareness of Diabetes.
A physical examination is not required to participate in the Miller 5K Fun Run/Walk, but all competitors participate at their own risk. If in doubt as to your physical condition, it is strongly recommended that you seek the advice of a competent physician and abide by his/her advice.
The pickup date for shirt (if ordering) and timing chips will be held on one of two dates:
April 29th 2010 Bountiful Recreation Center (550 North 200 West Bountiful, Utah)
April 30th 2010 Clinton City Fire Station (2153 North 1500 West Clinton, Utah)
Be sure to leave your email address and you will receive more information about when and where you will pick up your stuff, and more information about race day.
All checks need to be made out to Clinton City Youth Council, and the following form needs to be mailed or delivered to 2267 North 1500 West Clinton, Utah 84015.
For more information contact Tyler Nelson (801‐628‐9539) or Julie Davis (801‐499‐1963)
I know surprise, surprise that I’m supporting my city in their efforts to honor Larry H. Miller. I just saw an opportunity to run and get to know my fellow neighbors a little better. Not only are you honoring him you are fighting off heart disease. I’m not sure how many of you are familiar with the activities your city council puts on, but I can testify that when we do support your cities efforts in becoming a stronger community it works. Find out what kind of recreational events they are offering. I hope to see some of you at these upcoming races that I posted. If you guys do your research and find out the cause of the run, you’ll find out that you are supporting a good cause. Never believe that they do it out of profit, I run because I love it, and I want to help someone else by donating money. RUN FOR A GOOD CAUSE! Many times that is where people lack the motivation to run. They do not have a good cause, but when you find one your desire to support it will grow; maybe even enough to bush you the limits of running 26.2 miles!

Summer is Coming!

"You have to wonder at times what you're doing out there. Over the years, I've given myself a thousand reasons to keep running, but it always comes back to where it started. It comes down to self-satisfaction and a sense of achievement."
When I read this quote I really brought me back to why I really run. I want you all to know how much self-satisfaction really comes from running. I remember after my first marathon I thought I was going to kill over. The next day, when family members and friends were asking me questions about it I felt so good about myself. I was planning my next race that night. Summer is almost here and I don’t want anyone wasting away in front of their television. It’s time for us to get out there and enjoy nature. If you don’t feel like running right now, I promise if you go volunteer at one of the local marathons going on soon you will feel motivated. Don’t you want to know what it feels like to run 26.2 miles?? Well, it may not sound like an enjoyable time right now, but there is not sense in not trying it out. Saturday, April 17th is the Salt Lake Marathon and I feel like you should all go support those who have put aside so much time to train for such a large event. Not only will you benefit them you will benefit yourself. SLC Marathon always provides good entertainment and free samples. I know we all love free crap, so go enjoy the events and cheer on some runners!

Sunday, April 11, 2010

Ogden Nature Center 5k

Ogden Nature Center is having a “Fun Run,” on Saturday, May 8, 2010. I don’t know how many of you have ever been to the Ogden Nature Center, but this place is great and they try really hard to keep the center clean and natural. The run is only 3.5 miles through the nature Center with pancakes served after. I have never ran this little race but through the experience I had of visiting the nature center I feel like it would be a delightful stroll through the trees. The 5k course is two laps winding through 152 acres on dirt trails. There is also a little race for the little ones, in which they can participate for free. Walkers will not be timed for medals, but are welcome and encouraged to participate. I truly feel like participating in these runs throughout the community is a great way to get to know other individuals, or maybe just a new way to discover new surroundings near your home. I personally feel like the Ogden nature center does not get the publicity that it deserves. All proceeds will directly benefit the Ogden Nature Center. Registration fees are $22 for adults and $14 for children 12 and under. After May 1, late registration fees are $27 for adults and $16 for kids. Take the family and go for a little stroll through the nature center. Learn something new about your local surroundings.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

MS walk/run

All right people, there is some exciting stuff coming up in the running world. I want you all to be a part of it as well. First things first, the Salt Lake City Marathon is coming up and they are still looking for volunteers. I know it may seem like we don’t have a whole lot of time with finals week coming up and all, but I promise it will be a great motivating experience. Along with that, Ragnar Racers are looking for volunteer for their teams. If you’re not interested in running, well get interested in motivating those running to get through it. I’m on a team right now looking for volunteers on the days of June 18th and 19th. There are a few new runs that I will be posting for those of you who are interested. I wanted to focus on the MS run that is coming up in April. You can visit walkMSutah.org if you want more information on this. They have a walk/run coming up on April 10, 2010 in Ogden and another one in Salt Lake City on April 24th. I’ve done this walk run the last two years and it is great. I love supporting MS and all those who are there to donate and become more aware of MS. It is short notice but you can get a team together if you’re feeling ambitious. If not, just get some friends together and donate to MS and get out of the house for a nice walk. The walk doesn’t start till 10 in the morning so there is no need to be afraid of getting up too early. Your donation money will be going to newly diagnosed information, self improvement grant, cooling vest, financial assistance plan and $1,000 MS scholarships. It really is such a great opportunity to get out there and support those with disparities.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010



http://www.runcorner.com/utahraceguide/

This website has a calendar of all the running events going on in Utah. It is a very reliable source for information. If you would like more information on one of the races listed below, just click on the link and it should take you straight to their website where you can register.

March 13, 2010

8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Winter Racing Circuit 10 Miler (Road Races)
8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Huntsman Hometown Heroes 5K Kickoff (Road Races)
9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Rex Lee Run 5K & 10K (Road Races)
10:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Leprechaun 5K Run (Road Races)

March 20, 2010

8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Shamrock Half Marathon (Road Races)
9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Spectrum 10K (Road Races)
10:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Canyonlands Half Marathon and 5 Mile Run (Road Races)
10:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Better ½ Marathon and 5 mile (Road Races)
March 27, 2010
Antelope Island Buffalo Run 25K, 50K, & 50 Mile (Road Races)
7:00 AM - 7:00 AM
24 Hours of Utah…The Run (& 100 Miler) (Road Races)
9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Riverton 1/2 Marathon (Road Races)
10:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Operation Smile 5K & 1 Mile Walk (Road Races)
April 3, 2010
7:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Mesquite Easter Run & 10 Miler (Road Races)
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Winter Racing Circuit Half Marathon (Road Races)
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
SHAC Beginner & Sprint Triathlon (Triathlons/Duathlons)
10:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Salt Lake 10 Miler (Road Races)
11:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tuff Kids Triathlon (Triathlons/Duathlons)
April 10, 2010
5:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Moab Marathon (Road Races)
9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Weber State Univ. Davis 5K Run/2 Mile Walk for Cancer (Road Races)
9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Cascadia Trail Series, Timp Shadow 5K (Trail Races)
9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
5th Annual Running for Relief 5K (Road Races)
1:00 PM - 1:00 PM
April Fool’s Backwards Tag 5K (Road Races)
April 16, 2010 & April 17, 2010
4/16/2010

April 16-18: Desert Rats Trail Running Festival 5/10/25/50 mile (Trail Races)
4/17/2010

Legacy Duathlon & Bike Tour (Triathlons/Duathlons)
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Red Mountain 50K and 30K (Road Races)
7:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Paul Mitchell The School Create Magic 5k run/walk (Road Races)
7:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Salt Lake City Marathon, ½ Marathon, and 5K (Road Races)
April 24, 2010
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Hurricane Half Marathon and 5K (Road Races)
7:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Thanksgiving Point’s Half-Marathon & Kids Fun Run (Road Races)
7:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Winter Racing Circuit 30K (Road Races)
9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Child Abuse Prevention 5K Fun Run/Walk (Road Races)
11:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Balanced Man Triathlon (Triathlons/Duathlons)
May 1, 2010
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Provo City Half Marathon, Relay, 5K, Walk (Road Races)
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Pleasant View Family Run 5K & 1 Mile walk (Road Races)
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Run To Walk 5K & 1 Mile (Road Races)
8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Ogden Clinic / Shadow Valley 5K & 1-Mile (Road Races)
9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
5K Fiesta (Road Races)
9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
American Legacy Academy 5K Fun Run/Walk (Road Races)
9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Race Against Child Abuse 10K, 5K, 1 Mile (Road Races)
http://www.runutah.net/ultras/ This website is a great reference if you’re interested in trail running. They have an updated schedule of the races going on all over Utah. They also include the routes and maps that are listed on their website. If running up a trail doesn’t spark your interest and you would rather take your time and enjoy nature a little more. They have a list of trails that are beautiful and not to difficult.