What's New at WomenRunningTogether
Keep up-to-date with all the news, additions and changes to WomenRunningTogether. Carmel Papworth-Barnum, Editor Would You Like To Be Part Of This What's New Blog?Become part of the WomenRunningTogether! Simply tell your running story by clicking here. Your story becomes part of this blog (which shows the site's most recent pages) and a permanent part of WomenRunningTogether.com for others to read! Mar 10, 2010, Peaking for a Race
The time edging up to a major race is a challenging one – one where you’re at the cusp of peak fitness and susceptibility to injury. It’s a time when you want to stay on the right side of that cusp: peak fitness. Mar 9, 2010, Reading Food Labels
Mar 7, 2010, Marie, Phil & Olga Star at Kamloops
The WMA indoor champs wrapped up today in Kamloops. In their press release the organizers singled out three women for their outstanding performances: Olga Kotelko, Phil Raschker and Marie Kay. Read more at Carmel's blog... Mar 5, 2010, 1000 feet - Can that affect performance?
I wanted to share this note from Jack Daniels, because a number of runners now at the World Masters Track and Field Championships (Kamloops) have written me, saying that their times are slower than anticipated.....they wondered whether the 1100 feet of altitude there might have affected performance if they have been training at sea level. Mar 3, 2010, Canada scores most gold & WR!
There was plenty of hot sprinting at Kamloops today including a world record. Canadian Olga Kotelko set the new WR in W90 60M. So Cal Strider Brenda Matthews (W60) claimed the gold over Phil Raschker and home team Canada scored the most gold… Read more at Carmel's blog... Mar 2, 2010, Marie does it again!!!!
Aussie superstar Marie Kay added another World title with her win in the W50 Pentathlon and yet another World Record (4906 points) to her collection at the World Indoors in Kamloops yesterday.
The multi talented women Rita Hanscom, Phil Raschker, Marg Allison and Christel Donley also won gold. Read more at Carmel's blog... Feb 28, 2010, Another World Record for Bernie!
Feb 27, 2010, Runnin at 60Go Sabra! U are right, not many of us around. We will show them we can do well at 60! Last week I did 18.51 5000m. Trying 10000m tomorrow to break the Permalink -- click for full blog post "Runnin at 60" Feb 26, 2010, Mental Edge
I've just read a couple of good articles on mental training. March's Runners World features US distance runner Kara Goucher's battle with confidence. Many of us can relate to Kara's struggles, as we've doubted ourselves at the start line, during a race or after a poor result. I love her honesty. Feb 26, 2010, Special Offer In the Groove Knee Brace
Are you experiencing knee pain? Do you have problems with the tracking of your knee? Feb 24, 2010, ExcellenceExcellence...is not an act, but a habit. Aristotle Permalink -- click for full blog post "Excellence" Feb 24, 2010, New England T&F Champs
The New England Track and Field Championships was a popular meet for girls and women of all ages — including 13-year-old Colleen Sands (unattached), who ran the 5000 meter in 19:02 and Liberty Athletic Club President Mary Harada, 74, who ran the mile in 7:47. Feb 23, 2010, Inspirational sayings
Enjoy these inspirational sayings. Use them as a pick-me-up when you are feeling low. Wise words to make you smile and get you back on track. One of my favs is: Feb 18, 2010, Olympics inspiring you?
Feb 18, 2010, Dedra is our inspirationWe all remember this period of time so well. Most of us still have our T-shirt, De-Liver for Dedra, albeit a bit faded. Our (LBs) friendship with Dedra Permalink -- click for full blog post "Dedra is our inspiration" Feb 17, 2010, From Another LBDedra, you emanate joy! Permalink -- click for full blog post "From Another LB " Feb 16, 2010, AmazedI saw and met Marie for the first time in Clermont. I just couldn't stop watching her preparing for the 200m. SHE RAN JUST BEFORE me (as I am 44) and she Permalink -- click for full blog post "Amazed" Feb 16, 2010, My training buddy Dedra is is an Inspiration.I'm the fortunate person that runs & trains with Dedra everyday. She is truly an inspiration...I am so lucky to have such a caring person in my life. Permalink -- click for full blog post "My training buddy Dedra is is an Inspiration." Feb 16, 2010, InspirationMarie is the epitome of a good athlete and friend. She inspires me daily to be the best that I can be both on and off the track without making excuses. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Inspiration" Feb 16, 2010, DedraNO FRIEND LIKE A LONE BITCH. Dedra Croll, our hero, ring leader, inspiration, friend Permalink -- click for full blog post "Dedra" Feb 15, 2010, Dedra Croll
Feb 12, 2010, Coach Pam
Alyssa is such a beautiful young runner with loads of potential in the sprints and maybe eventually the 400. Her running style reminds me a lot of Marion Jones. Read more at Pam's blog... Feb 11, 2010, Masters Bonanza
Got my March Running Times this week. It’s always a good read with it’s sound running advice, great interviews and news. Pitched at the dedicated and knowledgeable runner you won’t find “15 ways to slim down” or “5 super foods to speed up your training”. Hey, I read these tips in other places but when I want some serious reading, Runners Times is my “go to mag”. Feb 10, 2010, Running Arms
Feb 9, 2010, InspirationalI am very fortunate to know Marie and her husband John. What amazes me even more than reading through these paragraphs is the unassuming way Marie goes Permalink -- click for full blog post "Inspirational" Feb 9, 2010, Diet Problems - When Food is Foe
Feb 8, 2010, Joanna at the Half Marathon Champs
Feb 6, 2010, Golden Star ...I met Marie-K in France (world Indoor). The first time I saw her compete in the 400m, I was impressed by her beautiful stride--EFFORTLESS AND VOLUPTUOUS. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Golden Star ..." Feb 5, 2010, Part 2 of Suzy Favor Hamilton Story
Depressed…is how Suzy Favor Hamilton felt, after finishing 5th instead of 1st at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Today, nine years later, she’s the happiest she’s ever been. This article tells how she overcame her struggles following the Olympics by incorporating them into her life and ventures today. What she’s doing today in running may surprise you. Feb 3, 2010, An inspirationMarie Kay is a wonderful role model and an inspiration. Congratulations to her and to her husband John on all their success. Well done - I'm sure that Permalink -- click for full blog post "An inspiration" Feb 3, 2010, Mind Over Matter
Feb 1, 2010, Marie Kay
World masters multi-event and sprint champion Marie Kay’s got more titles than the British Royal family and almost as many records as Amazon.com. With over a hundred Australian and Oceania titles, and 31 and counting World titles, Marie’s a superstar. With her chiseled abs and hard muscled body, this bronzed Australian cuts a striking figure on and off the track. Jan 28, 2010, Athena Racing at Millrose
Just chatted to Maryline Roux as she flies to New York for the Millrose Games at Madison Square Garden. Maryline and her Athena teammates will be racing indoors this Friday in the Masters 4×400m. The Athena team are Charmaine Roberts, Kathleen Shook, Lorraine Jasper, Maryline and Terri Rath as an alternate. Jan 27, 2010, Warm Up with Yoga
Jan 25, 2010, Peter Taylor's Take on Hartshorne
Mate and race announcer extraordinaire Peter Taylor gives his thoughts on a few of the women at the Hartshorne Mile...Aeron Arlin-Genet, Cheryl Bellaire, Christine Olen, Bernadine Pritchett and Karen Steen. Read it here. Jan 24, 2010, Results in Hartshorne MileAeron Arlin-Genet, the Running Diva, took the gold in the elite W40 race at the Hartshorne Master Mile. Aeron tweeted, "I took it out at the gun and never looked back. Unfortunately no one went w/ me. Hoped for a faster time/more competition, but that will come w/ more wins." Read more and check out all the women's results here... Jan 22, 2010, Suzy Favor Hamilton
Runner or not, you’ve probably seen Suzy Favor Hamilton – the blond, pony-tailed, perfectly “abbed” Olympian – if not on TV, then in a magazine… maybe Vogue, Sports Illustrated, Rolling Stone, or Harper’s Bazaar? As an open runner Hamilton seemed the picture, in fact the epitome, of success and happiness. Underneath, there were private struggles. Jan 22, 2010, There is something very powerful about running......that remains a mystery despite everything being written about it. One thing I know: It's as positive as it gets. An Argentine friend of mine Permalink -- click for full blog post "There is something very powerful about running..." Jan 21, 2010, Coreen Honors her friend Diane Sherrer
This year’s Hartshorne Masters Mile introduces The Diane Sherrer Memorial Award. It will be given to the winner of the women’s 50’s elite race. Diane, a runner and journalist passed away last May after a prolonged battle with lung cancer. Diane’s friend and fellow runner Coreen Steinbach will be racing. "The prospect of Hartshorne without Diane is something I’m not looking forward to but I will, of course, run my heart out in her honor and memory." Coreen shared these memories of her friend Diane... Jan 20, 2010, Hot Lists in Hartshorne Masters Mile
The starting lists have just been released for this Saturday's (23 Jan) 43rd Hartshorne Masters Mile. I’ve posted the women’s lists and they include some of the fastest masters women in the US and Canada. Would love to be there to watch them strut their stuff. Read more at Carmel's blog... Jan 20, 2010, When the roads are *()!*#@!@!@!**, consider Aqua Running
Jan 20, 2010, Amazing ArticleLeslie - you are truly amazing and inspiring. Keep up the good work! When will you be running your first Permalink -- click for full blog post "Amazing Article" Jan 20, 2010, Nice StoryCongratulations to Leslie for getting out of her comfort zone and trying something new and better still - liking it! I hope she will come to the Nat Permalink -- click for full blog post "Nice Story " Jan 19, 2010, Leslie Gray
Not all of us are born athletic. Some have to work at it. For Leslie Gray exercising didn’t come naturally. She actually avoided it for most of her life. She didn’t like it, didn’t need it. Then at 59 Leslie took up the challenge of running. She felt slow, it often hurt. It didn’t come easily but encouraged by her new friends in the running community she stuck it out when others gave up. Leslie discovered a whole new world and a way of life. Now she’s hooked. Here’s Leslie’s running journey… Jan 14, 2010, Tips for Running Success
Came across some advice from Weldon Johnson on LetsRun.com - 10 Keys to Running Success. They’re good reminders as we begin another year of running. Getting more sleep is the one I need to work on. Jan 13, 2010, Beware of Losing Weight Quickly
Some runners want to lose weight quickly for a race. Watch out it backfires, says Nancy Clark. If don't mind regaining the weight quickly, you can indeed “starve yourself” for a few days. It's better to lose weight gradually and keep it off for the rest of your life. Here are Nancy's tips for sustainable weight loss. Jan 12, 2010, Another sensational interview!Carmel, you continue to amaze me! Unlike my quickie Q&A's by email, you apparently talk to runners by phone or in interview. Much better insights are Permalink -- click for full blog post "Another sensational interview!" Jan 11, 2010, What’s Best: 20 Miles, 30, 40, or Even More?
Jan 8, 2010, Laura Haefeli
Laura Haefeli lives in a small remote Colorado town. Away from the big city running scene maybe you can go unnoticed. Laura’s recent win at the USATF Masters Club X-C champs drew lots of attention. One of her teammates was astonished to learn of Laura’s numerous athletic deeds. Hey, I nearly added an extra page to list all of her achievements. But of course there's more to Laura than just running. Check out her story here...
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If you are like many runners, you feel totally confused about what to eat. You listen to a plethora of nutrition experts, spend time reading food labels, and then try to piece the information together to build a better runners diet. Yet, you end up with lots of questions.
Just got word from Peter Horan in New Zealand. Bernie Portenski has smashed another W60 World Record for the 10,000 meters this morning (Sunday 28 Feb). Last week she broke the W60 5000 meters World Record in a time of 18.51 at Newtown Park, Wellington Masters two day meeting. Today at the same venue she smashed the 10,000 meters W60 by 16 seconds in a time of 39min and 5 seconds in windy conditions. 
Distance runner, Dedra Croll has a zest for life. She’s warm, caring, quick to laugh and loves running with her women friends. “The best part of the marathon is the training, meeting up with your friends and talking the whole time. You spill your guts out and they know your whole life story.” 
My life has been a bit hectic lately. I was approached by one of the young athletes, Alyssa Conley, who I coached a couple of years ago. It’s been a challenge as she was injured and unfit when I started with her a month ago. But she is such a mature athlete and so easy to coach. 
Too many runners are at war with food and their bodies. In their quest to attain the “perfect body” that is leaner, lighter and presumably faster and better, they develop eating patterns that are far from peaceful. Read Nancy Clark's 
Joanna Harper spent the past weekend at the USATF half marathon championships in Melbourne, Florida. There were some fast times including the amazing W58 Kathryn Martin's age-graded win of 1:27:49 (94.23%). Here’s Joana's take on meeting some old and new friends and racing…
