GRCers,
We are in need of volunteers for the JINGLE ALL THE WAY 10K on Sunday, December 14. I am not sure what slave labor you'll be doing, but I promise it'll be "fun". There will be 15 of us racing so if you are not racing and would like to "give back" c/o the GRC, please let me know via comments or e-mail (jklim007@yahoo.com). Thank you.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Pittsburgh Turkey Trot
Just look at this fabulous trophy!
Ran 18:06 for 5K. It was a fair course, but flat by Pittsburgh standards. I was pretty happy considering 1) I can count the number of speed workouts I've done in the last 8 months on one hand; 2) it was 26 degrees at the start and the race got off 20 minutes late; and 3) I nearly bagged a few times on black ice underneath the bridges. In the end, it was a nice way to earn my turkey dinner. (FYI, DaveO placed 8th with a fabulous road PR of 16:13.)
This race got me excited for running the Pittsburgh Marathon. Yes, I decided to forgo a flat, fast course for the hilly torture that is Pittsburgh. Running in Dave's hometown just seemed too exciting to pass up. Not to mention, my in-laws are fantastic folks to have cheering for me (and provide a free place to stay). So... it's off to the Steel City and the famous (infamous?) two-and-a-half-mile-long hill from miles 11 to 13.5 to try to run a PR! Wish me luck....
Hope you all had a Happy Thanksgiving!
-LTO
Mr. Palmer Goes National
Andrew (who works at the store, runner in blue) finished 5th overall at the Nike Cross Country SE Nationals and earns a birth at the National Meet. (top five individuals go on). His performance was noted in today's Washington Post (sports section). Andrew also recently finished runner-up at the MD State meet. The winner finished first at NE Footlocker and set a course record. Well done Andrew!
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Friday, November 28, 2008
LESSONS NEVER LEARNED
For the first and hopefully, last time in life, I will borrow a Robert Jarrin saying which is "Don't Run like a ........................."(you all know the word)---- Which is what I did yesterday. Right when my legs were starting to feel good again, I let reckless abandon get the better of me and I pushed them too hard before they were ready. Now, I must pay the price and go back to square 1 for a bit.
Whatever the case might be--It is as Edmund Burke so eloquently stated yesterday at the run when referring to a long bout with an injury; it was something along these lines---" I was injured for long time and the tendonitis would just not go away. Its better now but it may come back. Such is life".
Its Black Friday all and if you are around and able, go by one of the Running Company stores, say hello, buy some shoes and or some winter gear and do what you will.
Enjoy and take it easy out there.
M
Whatever the case might be--It is as Edmund Burke so eloquently stated yesterday at the run when referring to a long bout with an injury; it was something along these lines---" I was injured for long time and the tendonitis would just not go away. Its better now but it may come back. Such is life".
Its Black Friday all and if you are around and able, go by one of the Running Company stores, say hello, buy some shoes and or some winter gear and do what you will.
Enjoy and take it easy out there.
M
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
THE ART OF RUNNING
I must confess that I have read some people's blogs on running. I have talked to and been worked on by massage therapists, YOGA Gurus, Podiatrists, PTs, CHI RUNNERS, CHUCK MOESER, WILSON, read books, etc.
There are 10,000000000000 opinions. Every expert has insight. Training is everywhere.
In the end, the human body is a greater mystery than all science and human brain analysis combined.
So, with this said, I like to think of running and staying on the roads as a ongoing painting that never will be complete.
I used to seek answers and remedies. Now, I simply seek knowledge and intelligent questions that lead to further knowledge and greater wisdom.
FYI---Ran 1 hr and 37 minutes on some treadmill that is known for its steep incline. They call it the glute machine.
I basically ran uphill the whole time. While on this machine, I watched the Bernie Mac Show and some tv documentary on Paris Hilton. Bernie Mac was the man. Not sure what people see in Paris Hilton.
There are 10,000000000000 opinions. Every expert has insight. Training is everywhere.
In the end, the human body is a greater mystery than all science and human brain analysis combined.
So, with this said, I like to think of running and staying on the roads as a ongoing painting that never will be complete.
I used to seek answers and remedies. Now, I simply seek knowledge and intelligent questions that lead to further knowledge and greater wisdom.
FYI---Ran 1 hr and 37 minutes on some treadmill that is known for its steep incline. They call it the glute machine.
I basically ran uphill the whole time. While on this machine, I watched the Bernie Mac Show and some tv documentary on Paris Hilton. Bernie Mac was the man. Not sure what people see in Paris Hilton.
Monday, November 24, 2008
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
I will say, that indeed, the GRC race team/club/spirit/etc. has grown quite a bit in recent years. I can remember when the store was captained by Ben Cooke and Wilson and maybe one other. I would run over there in the evenings or on Sunday mornings and we would just sneak out for runs of various distances with Wilson lecturing us about what it means to be "true runner".
We did things piece meal and with no real agenda or such. We talked on and on as we ran throughout the Glover Archibald trail and C&O. Our vision was to create a mecca for runners; a place for runners to come to and be themselves and promote the sport through camaraderie and good will.
We wanted to make something unique and different.
Though all of this is still a work in progress, the investment of time and patience and whatever other intangibles have been thrown into the mix are yielding great results.
Everyone who reads this blog, comes to the runs, listens to my ramblings and so on is to be commended and thanked for helping grow this.
You all have made the vision come to fruition.
Happy Holidays and see you all soon.
We did things piece meal and with no real agenda or such. We talked on and on as we ran throughout the Glover Archibald trail and C&O. Our vision was to create a mecca for runners; a place for runners to come to and be themselves and promote the sport through camaraderie and good will.
We wanted to make something unique and different.
Though all of this is still a work in progress, the investment of time and patience and whatever other intangibles have been thrown into the mix are yielding great results.
Everyone who reads this blog, comes to the runs, listens to my ramblings and so on is to be commended and thanked for helping grow this.
You all have made the vision come to fruition.
Happy Holidays and see you all soon.
Ernst PRs at Philly
3:06! Apparently the "Old Man" was 1:26 at 13.1 but suffered serious leg cramps beginning at mile 20. Still held on for a PR. Nice work!
Picture is from LAST YEAR.
GRC Holiday Party - Friday 12/12
It's that time of year again...
As previously noted, GRC will be having a holiday party at the Chevy Chase Store on Friday, December 12. It was decided that this would be a pot luck thing, so please bring a dish that will feed 30 people (just kidding...maybe 6 people?). I suggest RSVP-ing in comments and noting what you plan to bring. That way we can determine how many to feed and what ti bring. The last thing we want is 25 fruitcakes! If you're culinary inadequate like me, plan to bring something else that can help the party. For instance, I am bringing eggnog and an evening liqueur. This is sure to "help the party".
Max, handsomely pictured here, is working on getting libations.
A rough timeline is below. Plan on arriving at 7pm.
5-7pm - open gathering
7:00pm - people begin arriving with dishes
7:30pm - people begin eating
8:30pm - Emmcee Max Lockwood makes statement
9:00pm - dance part starts
7:00pm - people begin arriving with dishes
7:30pm - people begin eating
8:30pm - Emmcee Max Lockwood makes statement
9:00pm - dance part starts
8:30am (Saturday) - runs begins from the store - yikes!
NCAA Division-I XC Championships on TV Today
It's on CBS Sports (CSTV), but can also be viewed on the Internet:
http://all-access.cbssports.com/player.html?code=ncaa&media=92045
This is probably the most competitive cross country race anywhere outside of the World Championships, so it's definitely worth a viewing. I'm assuming that some of you actually raced it and have firsthand knowledge.
The women race at noon, and the men race at 12:45.
http://all-access.cbssports.com/player.html?code=ncaa&media=92045
This is probably the most competitive cross country race anywhere outside of the World Championships, so it's definitely worth a viewing. I'm assuming that some of you actually raced it and have firsthand knowledge.
The women race at noon, and the men race at 12:45.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
My GRC Anniversary...
The difference a year makes....
from Robert Jarrin
to Max Lockwood
date Thu, Nov 15, 2007 at 8:20 PM
subject Running
Max - We've never met. My name is Robert Jarrin and I'm a runner. Not a great runner, but a runner. I want to get better. Towards that end I was in the store the other day. I spoke with Ben who suggested I try to run with you and your group, depending on whether or not I can hang with you. He directed me away from the meetup page and to the blog. I was going to meet you guys today but pussed out on account of the rain. Instead I ran 10 miles tonight in miserably 10 degree colder weather which was probably just as shitty as this morning.
Again, would like to join you guys sometime but not sure I can hack the speeds. I usually train in 7-7:30 minute pace. I've run 5 marathons starting with my first one in 2005. I've run 5 marathons starting with my first one in 2005. My PR is 2:58. My PR half marathon is 1:23. I have no ego and want to improve. Two problems though: 1) I'm old (37). 2) I'm nowhere near sub-6 minute laps.
Are you running tomorrow (Friday November 16)? Or do you recommend that I come out for the meetup run at the store on Saturday?
Would appreciate any info you can lend.
JARRIN
--------------------
Reply
from Max Lockwood
to Robert Jarrin
date Thu, Nov 15, 2007 at 8:33 PM
subject Re: Running
Hey jarrin, nice of you to drop a line. Sure, come along and join the
fray. I am meeting my friend michelle for a run tomorrow at the store
at 3:45pm. It will be 10 miles. You are welcome to come along. Don't
worry about speed and age. I am 37 too! Stay in touch and welcome
aboard.
Max
+++++++++++++
He actually made me meet him at the store at 3:42pm that Friday. That run changed my life. Thanks Max.
Love,
- JARRIN
from Robert Jarrin
to Max Lockwood
date Thu, Nov 15, 2007 at 8:20 PM
subject Running
Max - We've never met. My name is Robert Jarrin and I'm a runner. Not a great runner, but a runner. I want to get better. Towards that end I was in the store the other day. I spoke with Ben who suggested I try to run with you and your group, depending on whether or not I can hang with you. He directed me away from the meetup page and to the blog. I was going to meet you guys today but pussed out on account of the rain. Instead I ran 10 miles tonight in miserably 10 degree colder weather which was probably just as shitty as this morning.
Again, would like to join you guys sometime but not sure I can hack the speeds. I usually train in 7-7:30 minute pace. I've run 5 marathons starting with my first one in 2005. I've run 5 marathons starting with my first one in 2005. My PR is 2:58. My PR half marathon is 1:23. I have no ego and want to improve. Two problems though: 1) I'm old (37). 2) I'm nowhere near sub-6 minute laps.
Are you running tomorrow (Friday November 16)? Or do you recommend that I come out for the meetup run at the store on Saturday?
Would appreciate any info you can lend.
JARRIN
--------------------
Reply
from Max Lockwood
to Robert Jarrin
date Thu, Nov 15, 2007 at 8:33 PM
subject Re: Running
Hey jarrin, nice of you to drop a line. Sure, come along and join the
fray. I am meeting my friend michelle for a run tomorrow at the store
at 3:45pm. It will be 10 miles. You are welcome to come along. Don't
worry about speed and age. I am 37 too! Stay in touch and welcome
aboard.
Max
+++++++++++++
He actually made me meet him at the store at 3:42pm that Friday. That run changed my life. Thanks Max.
Love,
- JARRIN
Yet another yoga plug
I have been won over by the recent yoga fad and am now a member at hot yoga on Wisconsin Ave near the Natl. Cathedral. Jarrin is meeting me for the Wednesday class at 5:45pm. They have a good intro offer of 10 days/10$. The teacher for that session is very intense and you will get a very good core/stretching session. Join us if you are interested.
WINTER RUN WAS FUN
I noticed someone put this down as my training blog sight. I am not sure if this is meant as a humorous gesture. Regardless, I will take advantage of such generosity and post a run report.
For the first time in many months I ran 4 days in one week. This includes the 1 hr and 45 minute adventure watching M&M outrap his adversaries.
Yesterday I went running with the usual cast of young race team comrades. As per the custom, everyone starting racing over the last few miles and dropped the old man back a few yards. This is ok as I no longer have the leg power nor ego to respond to such ferocity.
Today, I went running with Nate Timm and one of the best local master runners around, Andreas Wright. We ran 11 miles or so at a decent clip. Andreas twisted his ankle.
The run was fun. Nate and Andreas are high school running coaches and talked the whole time about coaching.
I worked all day at the running shop. Its a very interesting experience. People come in with many woes and issues ranging from a banged up knee to Plantar problems and through it all, a obsessive desire to overcome all to continue on the run.
What is it about running and moving at such a rate that drives the inner self to rise above pain, go to therapies of many types and stay committed? Not sure but will continue to explore this topic.
My legs are tired and my feet hurt.
Happy Holidays and run well.
For the first time in many months I ran 4 days in one week. This includes the 1 hr and 45 minute adventure watching M&M outrap his adversaries.
Yesterday I went running with the usual cast of young race team comrades. As per the custom, everyone starting racing over the last few miles and dropped the old man back a few yards. This is ok as I no longer have the leg power nor ego to respond to such ferocity.
Today, I went running with Nate Timm and one of the best local master runners around, Andreas Wright. We ran 11 miles or so at a decent clip. Andreas twisted his ankle.
The run was fun. Nate and Andreas are high school running coaches and talked the whole time about coaching.
I worked all day at the running shop. Its a very interesting experience. People come in with many woes and issues ranging from a banged up knee to Plantar problems and through it all, a obsessive desire to overcome all to continue on the run.
What is it about running and moving at such a rate that drives the inner self to rise above pain, go to therapies of many types and stay committed? Not sure but will continue to explore this topic.
My legs are tired and my feet hurt.
Happy Holidays and run well.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
SUNDAY RUN
We are meeting at the line tomorrow at 8:30am. I plan on running an easy 10-12. The is at the intersection of beach drive and rock creek park(where the park is closed off for the weekend). Basically where Silver Spring and the District meet. Please e-mail me at max.lockwood@gmail.com if you need better directions.
Hope all are doing well and enjoying the holiday season.
take care,
Max
Hope all are doing well and enjoying the holiday season.
take care,
Max
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
RUNNING AND M&M
I ran for 1 hr and 45 minutes on the treadmill. For the entire time I was glued to the tv as I watched vintage M&M in some movie(semi biographical I think).
The movie reminds me of what a great rapper he was(does he still perform?). Also, he is not a bad actor considering his training, acting background, etc.
Anyway, even though running on the treadmill is boring, the M&M film made it bearable.
A day in the life of a runner
The movie reminds me of what a great rapper he was(does he still perform?). Also, he is not a bad actor considering his training, acting background, etc.
Anyway, even though running on the treadmill is boring, the M&M film made it bearable.
A day in the life of a runner
GRC Items for Review
Jingle All the Way 10K
At the end of the week I will work with Max/GRC to get entries for the JINGLE ALL THE WAY 10K. If you plan to race, please amend the GRC calendar accordingly. God, I love that calendar...
USATF XC Champs
If YOU plan on racing the "big dance" in February, you need to become a member (or renew your membership) with the USATF. Information can be found in the link below. Once you're a member, put a " USATF " next to your name on the GRC Calendar. The fee is $30.
http://www.usatf.org/associations/info.asp?associationNumber=10
Club Name = The Georgetown Running Company
Club Number = 10-1016
Holiday Party!
We will be having a GRC Holiday Party at the Chevy Chase Store on Friday, December 12. This promises to be a lot of fun. We're still working out details, but early arrangements indicate this will be a pot-luck style affair (everyone brings a "dish") while GRC supplies a keg or 2...or 3. We will have music and dancing and ice swans...probably not ice swans. Maybe an ice cockatiel? MARK your calendars and stay tuned for updates...
Saturday Run
Come on out to the GRC store on Saturday at 8:30am. This should be a good crowd with a variety of running abilities.
Sunday Run
A few of us are going camping after the Saturday run so I defer to someone else to post a Sunday long run
At the end of the week I will work with Max/GRC to get entries for the JINGLE ALL THE WAY 10K. If you plan to race, please amend the GRC calendar accordingly. God, I love that calendar...
USATF XC Champs
If YOU plan on racing the "big dance" in February, you need to become a member (or renew your membership) with the USATF. Information can be found in the link below. Once you're a member, put a " USATF " next to your name on the GRC Calendar. The fee is $30.
http://www.usatf.org/associations/info.asp?associationNumber=10
Club Name = The Georgetown Running Company
Club Number = 10-1016
Holiday Party!
We will be having a GRC Holiday Party at the Chevy Chase Store on Friday, December 12. This promises to be a lot of fun. We're still working out details, but early arrangements indicate this will be a pot-luck style affair (everyone brings a "dish") while GRC supplies a keg or 2...or 3. We will have music and dancing and ice swans...probably not ice swans. Maybe an ice cockatiel? MARK your calendars and stay tuned for updates...
Saturday Run
Come on out to the GRC store on Saturday at 8:30am. This should be a good crowd with a variety of running abilities.
Sunday Run
A few of us are going camping after the Saturday run so I defer to someone else to post a Sunday long run
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Hall to Run Boston
I will see if he will run for GRC that day...
“I am grateful to have the opportunity to compete on the John Hancock elite team at the 2009 Boston Marathon,” said Hall. “The Boston Marathon is the grand daddy of the World Marathon Majors, to win here would mean as much to me as winning any marathon in the world, including the Olympic Games. To win in Boston would show the world that American distance running is indeed back to the days of Salazar, Beardsley, and Rodgers. I hope that I can contribute to bringing American marathoning back to the forefront. There is no better place to do that than Boston. What is done in Boston lives on for all time.”
“I am grateful to have the opportunity to compete on the John Hancock elite team at the 2009 Boston Marathon,” said Hall. “The Boston Marathon is the grand daddy of the World Marathon Majors, to win here would mean as much to me as winning any marathon in the world, including the Olympic Games. To win in Boston would show the world that American distance running is indeed back to the days of Salazar, Beardsley, and Rodgers. I hope that I can contribute to bringing American marathoning back to the forefront. There is no better place to do that than Boston. What is done in Boston lives on for all time.”
Monday, November 17, 2008
WHAT IS
Went running yesterday morning with Mighty Chuck Moeser, little Andrew Palmer and a bunch of Accelerade tri guys out in Great Falls.
The scenery was awesome but the legs were like mush/raw hamberger/non-responsive.
After the run, worked at the running shop all day and talked to people about running shoes and enduring pain. Walked up and down stairs carrying shoes back and forth for customers. This really works the heck out of your calves and butt muscles. A workout onto itself.
Went running 3 miles later in the eve.
Talked to mom and Dad and had a glass of wine.
Change/Hope and a bright future loom on the horizon.
The scenery was awesome but the legs were like mush/raw hamberger/non-responsive.
After the run, worked at the running shop all day and talked to people about running shoes and enduring pain. Walked up and down stairs carrying shoes back and forth for customers. This really works the heck out of your calves and butt muscles. A workout onto itself.
Went running 3 miles later in the eve.
Talked to mom and Dad and had a glass of wine.
Change/Hope and a bright future loom on the horizon.
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Pacers/MCRRC Cross Country 8K Videos
Here are 3 different videos from the Pacers/MCRRC Cross Country 8K.
Women's Race:
Men's Race:
GRC & Friends Highlights:
Women's Race:
Men's Race:
GRC & Friends Highlights:
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