Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Pumpkin Chaser 5k Recap
We could not have asked for a more perfect morning to hold our first Palmetto Pacers Running Club Race. The morning started off with a cool fog hanging over the starting line in Hampton Hall. With just over 75 runners the race kicked off with an on-time start as the siren blasted the runners out onto the fast and flat 5k course.
The cool morning was perfect for all the runners, and a good majority of them were able to set new personal best times!!!
The entire crowd cheered on the runners as they finished at the Hampton Hall Club house where the runners enjoyed food, refreshments and music.
The course record was set with an amazing time of 16:24 by Brian Knapp of Hilton Head Island, SC. The overall winner won a pair of Kaenon Sunglasses provided by Michael R. Harris, O.D. and each of the top 3 male and female runners took home a Pumpkin and a Palmetto Pacers Pumpkin Chaser embroidered Bandanna. Top three in each age group also took home a Palmetto Pacers Pumpkin Chaser embroidered Bandanna.
We were extremely pleased with the final outcome of our first event, and look forward to host many more races in the near future!!!
A huge thank you to everyone to helped put the race together, volunteered, sponsored and ran in the event. We could not have done it without your help!!!
Thursday, September 23, 2010
2011 Savannah Rock n Roll Marathon
In case you missed today's exciting news, Savannah will be a host city beginning in 2011 for the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon and Half Marathon! Frank Shorter was on hand today to make the official announcement and partake in this amazing event in our back yard. The event will be held on November 5, 2011. Registration is now available, the first 500 runners will receive a discount on race entry.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Pacers on the go!!!
Palmetto Pacers on the go!!!
Great job to all our members that ran the First Annual Chance for a Cure 8K & 5K on Saturday May 8th. Everyone had an amazing performance and helped support the Lupus Foundation raise over $2000!
(Full results are posted on the " upcoming races" tab)
Great job to all our members that ran the First Annual Chance for a Cure 8K & 5K on Saturday May 8th. Everyone had an amazing performance and helped support the Lupus Foundation raise over $2000!
(Full results are posted on the " upcoming races" tab)
Friday, July 16, 2010
Running in the Heat of the Summer
Article of the Month:
Running in the Heat of the Summer
“Some like it hot. Baseball pitchers, surfers, and bathing beauties, are typically first in line. But long-distance runners, be they serious racers or fitness joggers are usually less enthused,” said Mark Will-Weber, former senior editor at Runner's World Magazine, cross-country and track coach at Moravian College, and author of two books on running.
“Although most runners are pleased when they can finally forgo their winter running gear for a pair of shorts and a singlet in those balmy days of spring, soaring summer temperatures bring on special problems. Rising mercury can make running uncomfortable and, at its most extreme, even potentially dangerous with the likes of heat stroke and severe dehydration.” Will-Weber continued.
Here's some quick tips on how to handle the heat when it comes barreling in with all the sizzle of a Roger Clemens fastball.
DRESS FOR THE TEST
Those cotton running t-shirts you get for entering a race are probably fine for the post-event picnic, but when temps rise (70 degrees and above) and humidity hovers (50 percent and up) then it's time to get it in gear-special summer running gear, that is. Think light weight and light in color. Micro-fiber wear (such as "CoolMax") with mesh is the way to roll. If you run in a singlet (a racing vest without shoulder covering), don't forget to lather on the sunscreen (preferably something above SPC 25).
THINK A LITTLE SHADY
Go for the shade--and go for the shades. A running route beneath a canopy towering maples and oaks is a better choice than a tree-less urban thoroughfare, choked with cars-and exhaust fumes. Trees (and grasses), however, can kick up your allergies. Because pollen packs more of a punch when it gets blown around (in your eyes and up nostrils), think about a pair of light-weight running shades.
Sunglasses help against pollen and protect against the sun at the same time. Allergy suffers also do well to plan their workouts in late afternoon or early evenings, since pollen levels tend to be higher between dawn and mid-morning.
BOTTOMS UP
Drink before you run, and drink during your run. Even a 30 minute jog on a warm July day might require 16 ounces of fluid. Don't trust your "thirst mechanism" to get you "on the level" in terms of fluid; by the time runners feel thirsty, it's usually too late. The body can't replenish fluids as rapidly as it sweats on those true "dog days."
Remember that some decongestants (such as allergy suffers might take) can also contribute to dehydration; likewise for other popular beverages such as coffee and alcohol. (So save that mug of beer for several hours after your run!)
Sports drinks have a bonus of replenishing glucose (which will give your blood sugar a quick "boost") and salt, but pure cool water is still a great way to go. On race days, I sometimes like to try a "half and half"- half sports drink, half bottled water.
TURN THAT STUFF OFF!
My father used to yell that up the stairs when I was booming the Rolling Stones on my stereo way back when. Turning it off is actually a good idea if you are out running; leave your portable music for the beach. Why? Because you really take away one of your most valuable "safety senses"- hearing - if you insist on "plugging in" while you're running. You might not hear that mountain biker yell "On your left!" when he comes screaming down the trail behind you-regardless if you're listening to "The Sex Pistols" or Mozart.
THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Two Good Tips For Free)
Beginning runners competing in races can sometimes get anxious when it comes to taking sports drink or water at the aid stations. Here's how to "handle it":
First, try to get a cup near the end of the aid station table; that way you'll avoid a lot of the "traffic" from other runners stopping at the same table. The trick is to avoid "rush hour."
Second, "pinch" the paper cup-don't try to grab it with an open palm because when you're fatigued from racing, you just might drop it. Instead, pinch the cup at the top-so that as you glance down at cup, you will see a "figure eight". Using this method will allow you to hang onto the cup, and down its contents with greater ease because your "pinch" has helped you form an easy-to-drink-from funnel.
How often are YOU drinking? The results from our last Poll are in
Running in the Heat of the Summer
“Some like it hot. Baseball pitchers, surfers, and bathing beauties, are typically first in line. But long-distance runners, be they serious racers or fitness joggers are usually less enthused,” said Mark Will-Weber, former senior editor at Runner's World Magazine, cross-country and track coach at Moravian College, and author of two books on running.
“Although most runners are pleased when they can finally forgo their winter running gear for a pair of shorts and a singlet in those balmy days of spring, soaring summer temperatures bring on special problems. Rising mercury can make running uncomfortable and, at its most extreme, even potentially dangerous with the likes of heat stroke and severe dehydration.” Will-Weber continued.
Here's some quick tips on how to handle the heat when it comes barreling in with all the sizzle of a Roger Clemens fastball.
DRESS FOR THE TEST
Those cotton running t-shirts you get for entering a race are probably fine for the post-event picnic, but when temps rise (70 degrees and above) and humidity hovers (50 percent and up) then it's time to get it in gear-special summer running gear, that is. Think light weight and light in color. Micro-fiber wear (such as "CoolMax") with mesh is the way to roll. If you run in a singlet (a racing vest without shoulder covering), don't forget to lather on the sunscreen (preferably something above SPC 25).
THINK A LITTLE SHADY
Go for the shade--and go for the shades. A running route beneath a canopy towering maples and oaks is a better choice than a tree-less urban thoroughfare, choked with cars-and exhaust fumes. Trees (and grasses), however, can kick up your allergies. Because pollen packs more of a punch when it gets blown around (in your eyes and up nostrils), think about a pair of light-weight running shades.
Sunglasses help against pollen and protect against the sun at the same time. Allergy suffers also do well to plan their workouts in late afternoon or early evenings, since pollen levels tend to be higher between dawn and mid-morning.
BOTTOMS UP
Drink before you run, and drink during your run. Even a 30 minute jog on a warm July day might require 16 ounces of fluid. Don't trust your "thirst mechanism" to get you "on the level" in terms of fluid; by the time runners feel thirsty, it's usually too late. The body can't replenish fluids as rapidly as it sweats on those true "dog days."
Remember that some decongestants (such as allergy suffers might take) can also contribute to dehydration; likewise for other popular beverages such as coffee and alcohol. (So save that mug of beer for several hours after your run!)
Sports drinks have a bonus of replenishing glucose (which will give your blood sugar a quick "boost") and salt, but pure cool water is still a great way to go. On race days, I sometimes like to try a "half and half"- half sports drink, half bottled water.
TURN THAT STUFF OFF!
My father used to yell that up the stairs when I was booming the Rolling Stones on my stereo way back when. Turning it off is actually a good idea if you are out running; leave your portable music for the beach. Why? Because you really take away one of your most valuable "safety senses"- hearing - if you insist on "plugging in" while you're running. You might not hear that mountain biker yell "On your left!" when he comes screaming down the trail behind you-regardless if you're listening to "The Sex Pistols" or Mozart.
THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Two Good Tips For Free)
Beginning runners competing in races can sometimes get anxious when it comes to taking sports drink or water at the aid stations. Here's how to "handle it":
First, try to get a cup near the end of the aid station table; that way you'll avoid a lot of the "traffic" from other runners stopping at the same table. The trick is to avoid "rush hour."
Second, "pinch" the paper cup-don't try to grab it with an open palm because when you're fatigued from racing, you just might drop it. Instead, pinch the cup at the top-so that as you glance down at cup, you will see a "figure eight". Using this method will allow you to hang onto the cup, and down its contents with greater ease because your "pinch" has helped you form an easy-to-drink-from funnel.
How often are YOU drinking? The results from our last Poll are in
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