Poll Results For May

Here are the final results from the latest poll question. The question was: How Did You Start Running? Needed Top Get In Shape was the top vote getter with 11 votes followed by Gave It A Try With 8 votes and Went Out For Cross Country Track with 5 Votes.  Thank you to the 22 that voted. The next poll question will be out later next week.

Summer Cross Country Series Begins June 14

The second longest running contribution to the Cincinnati Area running scene! The 45th Annual Summer Cross Country Series returns to Valley View Nature Preserve by Pattison Elementary School in Milford. There will be 7 -- 3.1 mile races over a 1.5 mile loop starting at 7pm on Thursday, June 14, June 21, June 28, July 5, 12, 19, ending on July 26.
No entry fees! No awards! Just the satisfaction of a hard workout with your friends.
CROSS COUNTRY SERIES INFORMATION

• DATE: begins Thursday June 14, 2012 and continues to Thursday July 26
• TIME: 7:00 PM
• PLACE: Valley View Nature Preserve, Milford OH next to Pattison Elementary
• INFORMATION: 7 3.1 mile races every Thursday beginning on June 14 and ending on July 26. No entry fees! No awards! Just the satisfaction of a hard workout with your friends. Contact Mike Smith at 513-531- 8008(days) or contact Dave Ackerman at ackerman_d@milfordschools.org.

Memorial Day Race 36 Recap and Results

About 190 runners and walkers came out to Armleder Park for Cincinnati's second oldest race. They enjoyed a flat fast 5k course in withering heat and humidity. The top finisher was Harvey Lewis with time of 16:55 followed by Chad Sexton who ran a 17:20 and 2011 top finisher Ryan Woolley was third with a time of 17:39. The top female finisher was Christine Wampach with a time of 19:55 followed by 2011 top female finisher Eileen Brady with a time of 20:12 and Olivia Connaughton with a time of 20:27. Race Results.

Thank you to our sponsors RoadId, Waltz Business Solutions for printing of the fliers,Vitaminwater for providing free replenishing drinks to the runners and walkers and TriState Running Company for providing gift cards to the top male and female finishers.

A big thank you goes to our volunteers, Mary singing the National Anthem before the race and Jascia Redwine for directing the race. Their initiative and flexibility enabled the club to handle the race. Join us next year for Memorial Day Race 37. Race results. Race Photos coming soon.

Cinci Runners' Updates - May 2012 Extra

Click here to access the Cinci Runners' Updates - May 2012 Extra. Cinci Runners' Updates is a periodic e-newsletter sent by the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati. You can sign up for it to the right on the blog or at the newsletter itself.

Memorial Day Race 36 - This Monday May 28

This Monday May 28 is the Memorial Day Race, Cincinnati's second oldest race. Please join us on a fast spectator friendly course. Race Day Registration opens at 8:00 AM at the shelter. Race starts at 9:00 AM at Otto Armleder Park. See you there!
RACE INFORMATION

• DATE: Monday, May 28, 2012
• TIME: 9:00 AM
• PLACE: Otto Armleder Memorial Park, 5059 Wooster Road, Cincinnati OH
• INFORMATION: Spectator friendly flat 5K (3.1 Mile) Course - Have your friends and family see you run an entire 5k from start to finish with no looping. Food, awards and doorprizes follow the race.  Race Day Registration begins at 8:00 AM. Race Day Cost: $15.00 . A limited supply of technical shirts also available for $15.

Group Run Update - Northern Kentucky Sunday Run Starts at 7:00 AM

Due to the oncoming heat of summer, the Northern Kentucky Sunday Group run will meet at 7am starting this Memorial Day Weekend. This weekend, it will be an easy 5k. The Sunday Group meets at Personal Impact Training at 71 Cavalier Blvd Florence, Ky 41042. Call Ryan Smith at (859) 652-3839 or email ryan@personalimpactfitness.com for more information.
Do not forget about the club's other runs!
There is a Sunday run that meets at Miami Whitewater Forest. Meet at the Visitor Center at 8:15am and run starts at 8:30 am. Please join us. All paces are welcome.Note:All vehicles entering Hamilton County District Parks must have a valid Motor Vehicle Park Permit($10 annual; $3 daily).
On Wednesdays, Laura Wagner currently leads a group at Hyde Park Square to get ready for the Hyde Park Blast.  It meets at 6:30 PM near the Fountain at Hyde Park Square until June 27, 2012. Contact Laura for details.
 Weekly Group Run Details:

• Northern Kentucky Group Run on Sundays at 7:00 AM - Club runs from running from Personal Impact Fitness at 71 Cavalier Dr. in Florence KY.  Run starts at 7:00 AM(Note change in time). This week will be an easy 5k. Call Ryan Smith at (859) 652-3839 or email ryan@personalimpactfitness.com for more information. 
• Miami Whitewater Group Run on Sundays at 8:30 am - Club runs from Miami Whitewater Forest. Check-in is at 8:15 AM at the Visitor Center. Runs start at 8:30 AM. Contact Gina Meyers at 513-706-1454 or email her at meyersgm@rprunning.com for more information. Please Note: All vehicles entering Hamilton County District Parks must have a valid Motor Vehicle Park Permit($10 annual; $3 daily). 
• Wednesday Group Runs - Group Training Run for the Hyde Park Blast on Wednesdays starting May 23, 2012 until June 27, 2012. Meet at Hyde Park Square at 6:30 PM. Contact Laura for details.
  

Sports Nutrition for Endurance Athletes Seminar - May 31

Are your nutrition demands for training and racing being met? The MOJO Tri-Club will have a seminar with RCGC Vice President Ryan Smith that will help answer this and other nutrition related questions for endurance athletes. Whether you are a triathlete, distance runner or someone who just demands more from their body during your normal daily activities, this seminar is for you. Plan to join them at 7:00 pm in the Senior Center of the Mason Community Center on Thursday evening, May 31.
Find out the physiology and science behind nutrition for endurance athletes. Why do 75-85% of endurance athletes have GI distress during their event? What do you eat and use for fuel during training, leading up to a major event, & your race day nutrition. Concepts behind hydration and dehydration, sports drinks, gels, and cubes. Throw out all the “marketing hype” to learn how all those chemicals affect the body. Contact Ryan Smith by email ryan@personalimpactfitness.com or call (859) 652-3839 for more information.
DETAILS

• DATE: Thursday May 31, 2012 - Open to All.
• TIME: 7:00 PM.
• PLACE: Mason Community Center, 6050 Mason Montgomery Rd., Mason, OH 45040 - Meet in the Senior Center
• DESCRIPTION: RCGC Vice President Ryan Smith will be doing a Sports Nutrition for Endurance Athletes Seminar on May 31 at the Mason Community Center with the MOJO Tri-Club.  Find out the physiology and science behind nutrition for endurance athletes. Why do 75-85% of endurance athletes have GI distress during their event? What do you eat and use for fuel during training, leading up to a major event, & your race day nutrition. Concepts behind hydration and dehydration, sports drinks, gels, and cubes. Throw out all the “marketing hype” to learn how all those chemicals affect the body. Contact Ryan Smith at (859) 652-3839 or email ryan@personalimpactfitness.com for more information.

Memorial Day Race 36 Preregistration Ends Today

Today is the last day to to register for Memorial Day Race 36, Cincinnati's second oldest race behind the Thanksgiving Day race. The deadline for Mail entries ended yesterday. Online Registration is available through midnight tonight. Register now before the price goes up. Visit the club website for more information about the race.

Charleston Distance Run Opens Registration for 2012

News release about registration opening for the Charleston Distance Run in Charleston West Virginia. The Charleston Distance Run will be observing the 40th year anniversary for the 15-miler and the 20th year anniversary for the 5K. Here is the release:
Runners can make plans to participate in a historic event and save money by registering now for the 40th Charleston Distance Run.
“We encourage all runners to sign up early for this year’s historic Charleston Distance Run,” CDR Race Director John Palmer said. “Past participants and runners who have never experienced the Distance Run are invited to come join us for what truly is a special year – the 40th anniversary of the 15-miler and the 20th anniversary of the 5K.”
Online registration is available at www.charlestondistancerun.com. Registration forms can be printed from the website for those who want to register by mail. This year’s event takes place at 7:30 a.m. Sept. 1 on Labor Day weekend. The event features a 15-mile run, three-person, 15-mile relay, a 5K race and 5K and 10K walks.
Registration fees for the 15-miler are $35 by Aug. 1, $45 by Aug. 22, and $55 by 9 p.m. Aug. 31. For the 5K race and three-person, 15-mile relay, registration fees are $30 by Aug. 22 and $40 by 9 p.m. Aug. 31. Registration fees for the 5K and 10K walks are $20 by Aug. 22 and $25 by 9 p.m. Aug. 31.
The Charleston Distance Run is an outstanding value for runners and families, featuring a pasta dinner the night before the race, a T-shirt and finisher’s medal for all participants, awards and cash prizes for top runners and age group winners and a post-race awards luncheon. Past participants have included running greats Bill Rodgers, Frank Shorter and Greta Waitz.
America's only 15-mile race is run on a scenic but challenging course that starts at West Virginia’s majestic state Capitol, takes runners through downtown, rolls through beautiful hillside neighborhoods and along Charleston’s riverfront and finishes at the University of Charleston’s Laidley Field.

Cinci Runners' Updates - May 2012

Click here to access the Cinci Runners' Updates - May 2012. Cinci Runners' Updates is a periodic e-newsletter sent by the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati. You can sign up for it to the right on the blog or at the newsletter itself.

Group Run Updates - Tuesday Group Run Moves to Wednesday

Starting next week, the Weekday Group Run moves from Tuesdays to Wednesdays. The Wednesday Group Run will focus on getting ready for the Hyde Park Blast. It starts next Wednesday May 23 and ends on June 27. Meet at Hyde Park Square at 6:30 PM as they cover parts of the Hyde Park Blast Course. Contact Laura for details.
Do not forget about the club's other runs!
We have two Sunday Runs that cover Northern Kentucky and the Cincinnati's Westside. The Sunday Northern Kentucky Run meets in Florence KY at 9:00 AM at Personal Impact, LLC at 71 Cavalier Blvd. Florence, KY 41042. Mileage will be posted on the club's Facebook group - check for details.
The Westside run is at Miami Whitewater Forest on Sunday. Meet at the Visitor Center at 8:15am and run starts at 8:30 am. Please join us. All paces are welcome.Note:All vehicles entering Hamilton County District Parks must have a valid Motor Vehicle Park Permit($10 annual; $3 daily).
Weekly Group Run Details:

• Miami Whitewater Group Run on Sundays at 8:30 am - Club runs from Miami Whitewater Forest. Check-in is at 8:15 AM at the Visitor Center. Runs start at 8:30 AM. Contact Gina Meyers at 513-706-1454 or email her at meyersgm@rprunning.com for more information. Please Note: All vehicles entering Hamilton County District Parks must have a valid Motor Vehicle Park Permit($10 annual; $3 daily).
  Miami Whitewater Group Run Details
  
  • When: Every Sunday at 8:30 AM
  • Where: Miami Whitewater Forest. Meet at Visitor Center.
  • Contact: Gina Meyers at 513-706-1454
• Northern Kentucky Group Run on Sundays at 9:00 AM - Beginning this Sunday April 15, the club will be running from Personal Impact Fitness at 71 Cavalier Dr. in Florence KY. Check-in is at 8:45 AM. Run starts at 9:00 AM. Mileage will be posted on the club's Facebook group - check for details. Call Ryan Smith at (859) 652-3839 or email ryan@personalimpactfitness.com for more information.
  Northern Kentucky Group Run Details
  
  • When: Every Sunday at 9:00 AM starting April 15
  • Where: Personal Impact Fitness, 71 Cavalier Blvd, Florence KY
  • Contact: Call Ryan Smith at (859) 652-3839 or email ryan@personalimpactfitness.com for more information.
• Wednesday Group Runs - Group Training Run for the Hyde Park Blast on Wednesdays starting May 23, 2012 until June 27, 2012. Meet at Hyde Park Square at 6:30 PM. Contact Laura for details.
  Wednesday Group Run Details
  
  • When: Wednesday at 6:30 PM starting May 23 until June 27
  • Where: Hyde Park Square
  • Contact: Laura Wagner
    

National Running Day - June 6

Every day is Running Day in the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati, but Wednesday June 6 is National Running Day. National Running Day is the opportunity to promote running as a healthy, easy, and accessible form of exercise.
The Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati will meet near the tennis courts at Tower Park in Ft. Thomas Kentucky for a group run to celebrate and promote National Running Day in Cincinnati. There will be routes for those who like the trails and for those who prefer the open road. Afterward, enjoy refreshments compliments of the club. Be there at 6:15 PM and the run begins at 6:30 PM.Contact us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com for more information.

National Running Day - Cincinnati Style

• DATE: Wednesday June 6, 2012
• TIME: 6:15 PM. Run begins at 6:30 PM.
• PLACE: Tower Park, Ft. Thomas KY
• INFORMATION: Celebrate National Running Day with the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati on Wednesday June 6 at 6:15 PM at Tower Park in Ft. Thomas Kentucky. All are invited. All paces welcome. We will have a route for you whether you like trails or prefer the open road, whether you want to go 1 mile, 3 miles or more. Free of charge. Refreshments provided courtesy of the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati. Contact us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com for more information.

2012 RRCA Survey

In 2006 the RRCA conducted a survey of individual runners, certified coaches, and RRCA members. To ensure that they are working towards achieving their mission and objectives in the strategic plan, they are inviting you to complete the 2012 RRCA Runner Survey. 2012 RRCA Survey

Next RCGC Family Walk/Hike! - May 20

The second RCGC Family Walk/Hike will be this Sunday, May 20th, 2012 at Big Bone State Park in Boone County from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM. The Park is located 22 miles southwest of Cincinnati on KY-338, off US 42-127 and I-71/I-75. Meet at 9:00 AM at the Museum and Gift Shop inside the park. We will be walking/hiking the Bison Trace trail, Cedar Run trail, and Gobbler's Trace trails for a total of 1.5 miles (easy-moderate difficulty) All families, adults and children of all ages are welcome to come. For questions, call Gina Meyers at (513)706-1454 or meyersgm@rprunning.com or visit our website.
There will be some cool door prizes to give away! Don't miss it!
DETAILS

• DATE: Sunday, May 20th, 2012 - Open to All.
• TIME: 9:00 - 10:00AM.
• PLACE: Big Bone State Park, 3380 Beaver Rd. Union, KY 41091 - Meet at the Museum and Giftshop.
• DESCRIPTION: The Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati will be hosting their 2nd Family RCGC Walk/Hike on Sunday May 20th, 2012 at Big Bone Lick State Park. The park is located 22 miles southwest of Cincinnati on Ky-338, off US 42-127 and I-71/I-75. Meet at 9:00 AM at the Museum and Gift Shop inside the park. We will be walking/hiking the Bison Trace trail, Cedar Run trail, and Gobbler's Trace trails - Total of 1.5 miles (easy-moderate difficulty) For questions, call Gina Meyers at (513)706-1454 or meyersgm@rprunning.com or visit our website.

Running with the Kenyans Coming May 15

Received in an email from the RRCA:

On May 15th, Random House will publish Running With the Kenyans: Passion, Adventure, and the Secrets of the Fastest People on Earth, by journalist Adharanand Finn. Whether running is your recreation, your religion, or just a spectator sport, Adharanand Finn's incredible journey to the elite training camps of Kenya will captivate and inspire you. Part travelogue, part memoir, this mesmerizing quest to uncover the secrets of the world's greatest runners-and put them to the test-combines practical advice, a fresh look at barefoot running, and hard-won spiritual insights. Read an Excerpt and Order Your Copy Today.

Poll Question For May

The poll question for May is out! The question is: How Did You Start Running? There is good new and bad news. The good new is you can choose more than one answer. The bad news is that voting ends May 29 so answer soon!

Facebook RCGC Fan Page

The club has added an RCGC Fan Page that is different from the group page. Please go over & "Like" the page. It includes an RCGC Store that has the gear bags & magnets on it. More things to come. Let us know the types of things you would like to see on the page.

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

A few upcoming volunteer opportunities where you can help out the club:

• A local division of P & G is doing a race for their employees this Tuesday May 15 at 3:00 PM at Heritage Park in Colerain Township. The club needs 2 volunteers to help out with timing the race. It would take 2-3 hours of your time. It is quite easy and the chance to learn how to use the club's timers and race scoring software. Contact the club at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com if you can help.
• Have you ever wondered what it takes to put together a race? Do you have an idea for a race, but do not know how to get started with putting it together? The club is seeking volunteers to serve on a race committee for 2012. If you are interested, send us an email at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com, attend the next race committee meeting which is this Monday May 14 at Otto Armleder Park at 6:30 PM or attend the next board meeting on June 5 at Rookwood Bar and Restaurant in Mt. Adams.
• The Memorial Day Race needs 5-6 more volunteers to help out with registration,  course sentries,and post race.  It would take 2-3 hours of your time.  The jobs are  easy and you will get the Memorial Day Race 36 technical shirt for your efforts. Volunteering is one of the easiest ways to get to know other club
  members. Let us know whether you can help by emailing us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com or sign-up using the club's online volunteer form and checking Memorial Day Race 36.
• Currently, we have several openings for keeping the club running on an ongoing basis: Social Chair, Membership Chair, Program Chair, Newsletter, and Database Manager. Most positions take 1-2 hours a week of your time. If you can or would like to fulfill one of these positions, please send an email to cincinnatirunning@gmail.com or attend the next board meeting on June 5.

Cinci Runner Updates Flying Pig 2012

Click here to access the Cinci Runners' Updates - Flying Pig 2012. Cinci Runners' Updates is a periodic e-newsletter sent by the Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati. You can sign up for it to the right on the blog or at the newsletter itself.

No Group Runs this Weekend

There will be no club Sunday Groups Runs from either Florence or Miami Whitewater Forest this weekend as everyone is either running or volunteering for the Flying Pig Marathon. We return to regular schedule May 13.
If we are able to move our legs by Tuesday, we will have the Tuesday Run from Hyde Park Square at 6:30 PM. Check the club website or the blog for the latest information.

Weekly Group Run Details:

• Miami Whitewater Group Run on Sundays at 8:30 am - Club runs from Miami Whitewater Forest. Check-in is at 8:15 AM at the Visitor Center. Runs start at 8:30 AM. Contact Gina Meyers at 513-706-1454 or email her at meyersgm@rprunning.com for more information.
  No run this weekend. See you on May 13.
  
• Northern Kentucky Group Run on Sundays at 9:00 AM - club runs from Personal Impact Fitness at 71 Cavalier Dr. in Florence KY. Check-in is at 8:45 AM. Run starts at 9:00 AM. Mileage will be posted on the club's Facebook group - check for details. Call Ryan Smith at (859) 652-3839 or email ryan@personalimpactfitness.com for more information.
  No run this weekend. See you next Sunday May 13.
• Tuesday Group Runs - Laura Wagner currently leads the group on Tuesdays. Currently they meet at 6:30 PM at various locations around the Greater Cincinnati area. Contact Laura for details.
  If our legs are not jello from the Flying Pig Marathon, we will meet this Tuesday at 6:30 PM at Hyde Park Square.

Poll Results For April

Here are the final results from the latest poll question. The question was: How many Years Have You Been Running? 2-5 years was the top vote getter with 8 votes followed by 16-20 years with 5 votes. Coming closely behind were 31-40 years and Just Started with 4 votes each. Thank you to the 36 that voted. The next poll question will be out next week after the Flying Pig Marathon.

Stop by the Runners' Club Booth at the Flying Pig Expo this Weekend

The Runners' Club of Greater Cincinnati has a booth at the 2012 P&G Health & Fitness Expo for the Flying Pig Marathon this weekend. The booth is located in the center of the action. Stop by and introduce yourself. On hand will be the club merchandise like gearbags, last minute advice and much more. On Saturday morning, stop by and meet the current club President Gina Meyers. We look forward to seeing you.

Last Minute RCGC Online Coaching Available for the Pig

The RCGC running coaches are having another FREE online coaching session on the club's Facebook Group page. Since this is the BIG weekend for the Flying Pig, they are willing to add their coaching expertise, so post your pre-race questions. Maybe you want to know about pacing, hydration, pre-race meal, proper recovery. Stop into the club's Facebook group and post your "This little piggy" questions Now!