It’s been too long since Running Wall has had a contest. Quite frankly, we just want to give something away!
This contest is easy. Simply fill out the survey below and you’re entered to win a box of delicious CLIF products! We got CLIF Shot Bloks, CLIF Bars and even the new CLIF Builders Bar. Just in time for your fall marathon training.
Don’t wait too long. We want to give this stuff away very soon!
Hey Runners in the Iowa City/ Coralville/ North Liberty area, check out the group runs on Thursday nights at the southeast corner of Coral Ridge Mall (by Best Buy).
Runners of all ages/ pace/ and ability can join. Just show up at 6:30pm and bring a friend if you’d like. For more information about the I.C. Running Group or any other groups around your area, click here.
Fools 5K 2009 Shirt
Most races give out a shirt in the packet when you sign up for a race. The standard is a cotton t-shirt. You can choose what size you want (if you pre-register) and the design varies from year to year. Some other races are giving runners the option to “upgrade” to a moisture wicking shirt or technical shirt. They are little more pricey than your standard cotton, but are great for running. If the design is good and desirable, the shirt can become a fashion statement or something to be proud of when wearing. Likewise, if the race was one in which you did well or an accomplishment like finishing a marathon, you might feel like you earned the right to wear it.
On the other hand, race shirts may be building up in your closet from the dozens of 5ks, fun runs, and turkey trots over the years. If you’re one of these runners, then you have probably noticed the races offering a “no shirt” option on registration forms. Most times, this option is also less expensive when signing up.
So where do you stand on race shirts?
Camelbak - Delaney Race
Thank you everyone for your great race reviews. Stay tuned for future contests and if your running on hot day, look for Sandy. She just might have some water to share!
If you missed the contest, here were the details (http://www.runningwall.com/win-a-camelbak).
Are you a morning person, who rises before the sun and has 5 miles completed before starting the day? Or are you the type who hits the snooze button at least 3 times and couldn’t imagine running before noon? Or perhaps your day is so packed with appointments, kids and your career that whenever you can sneak in a couple miles is better than nothing.
Camelbak - Delaney Race
You run. It’s hot. You get thirsty.
Now you can stay cool, hydrated and up-to-speed with your new Camelbak Hydration Pack.
It’s easy to win. Simply follow both steps below and you’re eligible:
That’s it! 2 easy steps and you could be sporting the new Camelbak – Delaney Race hydration belt this summer. Not only will you stayed hydrated and energized, but your running partner will be begging you to share.
Contest Details:
Was it the best race ever and you ran a PR?
Or was the t-shirt so big, it could fit you and a friend at the same time?
With so many races to choose from, it’s hard to know which one you will like and which ones are not worth waking up early for. With Running Wall, you can review races and share with fellow runners what you liked and disliked. Not only will reviews help you decide whether or not to sign up, but will also give race directors valuable feedback to improve the event for next year.
Some ideas to review:
It’s easy to review a race. Just go to “Past Races” and click on the race name. Each race has a place to comment at the bottom.
Does your technical running gear smell? If so, you’re not alone. After awhile, moisture wicking, technical apparel can start to smell, even right after washing it. Most ordinary detergents leave behind a residue such as a fabric softener or various scents. For normal clothes this is just fine, but for moisture wicking material, this is bad news. The residue from ordinary detergents traps water in the fibers which enables bacteria to grow. The bacteria are what cause your favorite running shirt to stink. In addition to the smell, your shirt will also breathe better and dry faster without the residue build up.
Fortunately, there are specialty detergents made to clean technical gear and they do a good job at it too. They are a little pricier but I think we all agree that spending a little more is worth avoiding the label of “that smelly runner” at the gym!
The first option is WIN Green Eco-Sport Detergent. It uses only ingredients derived from natural sources and the bottle is made from recycled plastic – very Eco-Friendly.
WIN green detergent
Some other features include:
Get your WIN Sport Detergent on Amazon.com
The next option is Sport Suds which gently cleans clothes and rinses completely, leaving no residue behind. It unclogs the pores of your fabrics and eliminates deeply embedded odors. Sport Suds allows technical clothes to wick moisture and breathe the way they were designed.
Sport Suds
Some other features include:
Get your Sport Suds on Amazon.com
Last, but not least is Penguin Sport-Wash which is a residue-free laundry detergent, designed specifically to keep high-performance fabrics working and smelling like new.
Sport-Wash
Some other features include:
via Ed Yourdon
Why do some runners stretch?
Stretching can help loosen tight muscles, keep you flexible and help prevent injuries. But stretching cold muscles can cause muscle strains and possibly tear the tissue. The key is warming up.
The best way to gain the benefits of stretching is by warming up before a stretching session. Usually, 10 minutes of jogging or walking should do the trick. If you have never tried a complete stretching session, try it out after a hard workout. You just might like it!
Here are some Dos and Don’ts of stretching…
Do:
Don’t:
