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| Fall Training Plan: From Our Coaching Staff This is a week of active rest which is for you to do what you need to do in order to start building mileage starting next week. This could mean no running, this could mean easy running, it's whatever you need to do. The fall training plan comes out next week and will be shared with all dues paying members.
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*** Price Wins President's Cup; Breaks Club Record Upon hearing the starting siren, a dozen men blasted to the front, hovering the lead motorcycles and eager to win the USATF-NJ's most coveted prize. At the half way point, that group was whittled down to six. And on the second and final lap, the lead pack was just one: Kyle Price.
Surging hard down the final half mile stretch, Price broke teammate Youssef Rochdi. Not content with just the win, the mohawked Milltown native fought every final step, resulting in a 14:49 finish--the fastest any club member has ever covered the distance on this hallowed course--or any 5k road course, for that matter. In addition, it's the fastest time recorded at the President's Cup since 2009, when a Chris Pannone covered the course in 14:38. As Price continues to make a strong bid for the 2015 club's MVP, his victory made him the fifth consecutive GSTC man to drink from the prestigious President's Cup. Averaging 4:46 a mile over the two-lapped course, he now owns the fastest road 5k in club history.
Men Dominate Final USATF-NJ Spring Championship The President's Cup always brings out the best competition in New Jersey, and this year was no different. However, the aGSTC brought the strongest top five finishers in P-Cup history, resulting in their scoring teams finishing 1-2-3-5-7-8.
As the top five runners from each team score, the six scoring teams averaged times of 15:44, 15:53, 16:12, 16:32, 17:06, and 18:01. Last year, the aGSTC went 1-2-3-4-8-9-10, as teams averaged 15:52, 15:55, 15:56, 15:57, 17:31, 17:50, and 17:56.
The club put 15 in the top 25, with 19 breaking 17:00. Considering the hill athletes run up twice in the double-loop course, it was another solid day of fast times for the club, who won their 34th straight USATF-NJ Grand Prix race--a streak dating back to the fall of 2011. | | | The United Nations #chasepack of Tom Visicaro, Z-Mart, Curry in a Hurry, and Big Willy Style Alston roll at P-Cup |
Behind Price, teammates in the top ten included Youssef Rochdi (2nd/ 14:59), Steve Mennitt (4th/ 15:07), Kevin D'Emic (6th/ 15:25), Josh Neyhart (7th/ 15:29), and Frank Corrigan (9th/ 15:35).
Doods in the top 25 included newcomer Stephen Rathbun (12th/ 15:56), Jersey City Enclaver Will Appman (13th/ 15:57), Ashwin Superfan President Mike Fonder (14th/ 15:59), world traveler Jarrett Kunze (16th/ 16:03), Jarrett's evil twin Matt Eder (19th/ 16:07), the invisible enigma Ted Doyle (20th/ 16:10), traveling salesman Mike Anis (21st/ 16:11), Ashwin Superfan Vice President Ken Goglas (23rd/ 16:19), and injured-proned, "Glass Joe" John Welsh (25th/ 16:21).
2015: aGSTC Men Best Team in P-Cup History
The President's Cup 5k has been happening for thirty-six years, and it has long been a favorite for all types of runners- fast, slow, and everything in-between. The tradition of this race is, consequently, long and rich. The USATF-NJ has kept this on their Grand Prix circuit due to both its history and its current popularity amongst NJ runners.
On Monday, the adidas GSTC broke yet another record in New Jersey: the fastest top-five team finish in President's Cup history. As the below data shows, the club has grown stronger every year; in 2012, the P-Cup was unfortunately removed from the Grand Prix. This evolution culminated in Monday's domination, as the top top five averaged 15:09 a man.
This group consisted of Price (14:49), Rochdi (14:59), Mennitt (15:07), D'Emic (15:25), and Neyhart (15:29).
President's Cup History Sub-80 (16:00/man) 5-Man Teams
75:49 adidas GSTC (2015) 76:31 Princeton Running Company (2000) 76:33 Runner's High (2005) 76:34 adidas GSTC (2014) 76:41 Runner's High (2006) 77:15 Runner's Pace (2000) 77:42 adidas GSTC (2013) 77:44 Running Company (2005) 78:22 adidas GSTC (2011) 78:22 RVRR (2009) 78:24 Running Company (2006) 78:29 Sneaker Factory (2009) 78:50 Sneaker Factory (2004) 79:00 Gadsden TC (2004) 79:10 Running Company (2004) 79:26 Fleet Feet (2009) 79:37 Running Company (2008) 79:37 Fleet Feet (2006) 79:39 RVRR (2008)
President's Cup: #GSTCtradition 2015
Kyle Price
14:49
2014
Chris Johnson
14:50
2013
Ken Goglas
15:08
2012
Jeff Perrella
15:02
 2011
Jeff Perrella
14:50 |
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Next Weekend: 4 aGSTC Athletes Compete at USA Championships
Let's not just get to know our elite athletes better...let's learn from them. After all, success at this level doesn't happen by accident! We asked them the following seven questions:
Question 1: Many of our club members are dedicated athletes, and they would love to know how many hours, a day, you typically spend training. How many hours, and what does a typical day of training look like for you?
Question 2: What is your diet like? What changes, if any, do you make while in season?
Question 3: We all have our rituals before competition. What do you do before competing? Any special drink, food, clothes, music, etc?
Question 4: Do you still get nervous before competitions? If yes, how do you calm your nerves? If no, how did you overcome them?
Question 5: We all lose motivation from time to time with our training. What do you do to keep your motivation as high as it is? How do you convince yourself to get the workout in when you're tired, sore, and feeling a little lazy?
Question 6: Most high-peforming athletes tend to be reflective and learn from their experiences. What mistake did you make early on in your career, and how have you changed to avoid that mistake as an older, more mature athlete?
Question 7: What one piece of advice would you give your fellow teammates in terms of meeting or exceeding one's goals in the sport?
CHRISTINA EPPS Triple Jump Ranked #4 USA 1: I personally spend about 6-8 hours a day training. A typical training day for me will consists of weights, technique/jump training, plyos, and yoga. 2: I try to eat as healthy as possible, lots of protein and greens. I stay away from fried foods, and bake often. But I do not restrict myself completely of things like sweets. I feel when I do restrict myself, I eat unhealthy more often. So I have at least one cheat day a week.
3: Have to have a pack of Gatorade energy chews.
4: Yes, I do get nervous sometimes, but I use them as fuel, I don't let them distract me.
5: When I feel like I'm losing motivation I always tell myself that I am sacrificing a lot to chase a this dream, so don't cheat yourself by being lazy.
6: I would often try to hard, and express frustration with my coach when I was not doing well. As I've gotten older, I've realized that I can't force the issue, I just need to just let the jump unfold, keep calm, and trust in what my coach is telling me to correct.
7: No matter what if this is your dream don't let anyone deny you of that opportunity, keep a good support system in your corner, people who truly believe in you as much as you do and you will be fine.
JESSIE GAINES Long Jump 2015 Indoors: 3rd at USA's (21'6") 1: I train 2-4 hours per day. Most of my training consists of perfecting technique, although I still have the sprint workouts, and strength work outs.
2: My diet consist of a LOT of seafood. From clams to calamari, shrimp and lobster, and snapper and oysters. I also enjoy Caribbean food such as jerk and curry chicken, shrimp, and/or fish. I also eat spanish food, roasted chicken, rice and beans and plantains. I absolutely love saltfish and bake for breakfast. All in all, I'm just a really big foodie :) While in season, not much changes except for less bacon, less things fried and dairy, and even less to none red meat.
3: The only thing I like to do before a competition is vibe out to my music. Whatever mood I'm in, I let the music build my adrenaline up. It doesn't have to be rap, or hype music...sometimes its pop, rock, reggae, or reggaeton.
4: Honestly, I don't really get nervous, unless it's a big meet in NYC. I'm not sure why that is. But when it's a big meet out of the state or country, I get excited. I get hype for competition that I have to compete in to win, or even just place high. Nerves or no, I still always go out with a mind set to give 100%. I still kick myself when I don't perform like I want, but I always come back in the next meet just as hungry.
5: My motivation comes from a number of different places. First and foremost, my #1 motivation is my little sister. I can never give up as long as I know she is looking up to me. I also keep pushing because I want to make my parents and family proud. I know they're all back in VA rooting for me to be the best, despite all of my adversities. I also get motivation from my closest friends. Whenever I want to give up or quit, its always either one or a handful of them to remind me what I'm doing this for, and all the hard work I've put in. Another form of motivation is the life I want for myself. I know longer want to have to struggle to have the finer things in life. Lastly, my motivation is my past. I made some mistakes and had a lot of pitfalls/learning experiences in my younger years. Those who want so badly to prove that I'm no better than who I once was, those who are upset because I would not conform to be "their"athlete. The negative things said about me, about how I will never make it, they motivate me as well. All of these things come together, to keep me going even when I don't have it in me to believe in myself.
6: The biggest mistake I think I made early in my career was trying to live a double life. Back before I had ever made any money in track and field, I found ways to make money in some not very smiled upon ways. I came to realize what it meant to really dedicate myself to this sport, and not cut corners. I also learned how important sprinting in practice is to each and every event I do. I spent almost 2 full years with a messed up hamstring because when it came time to sprint in practice, I wouldn't give my all because I don't like to run. Now, I've learned its better to spend practice and the rest of that day dead tired, than get to the meet where everything counts, and pull or tear a muscle. 7: My one piece of advice to anyone in this sport, is do not be afraid to be a loner. The parties, the hangouts, friends (if they're real friends) will all be there when you get to where you need to be. Sometimes it takes special kinds of people to understand what you have chosen to do with your life. The ones that don't understand, you're often times better off without.
CARMEN GRAVES Steeplechase Ranked #12 in USA 1: I spend a lot of my day training. I typically two sessions per day, which can add up to anywhere from 2-5 hours. These hours don't always involve running nor are always high intensity, but they are necessary and very time consuming (stretching, foam rolling, dynamic stretching, hurdle drills, sprint drills, general strength training, lifting, cross training, warm-ups/cool-downs, etc.).
Many people are shocked once they discover that I don't get up at the crack of dawn to start off my day. I have the luxury to sleep in, so I tend to sleep in for as long as possible before my first run of the day. Typically, I like to do a late morning "shake out run" before breakfast (anywhere from 2-5 miles depending on the day) fueled by some coffee with honey and almond milk.
The Perkiomen Trail is only a ½ mile down the road from my apartment, so I run on the "Perk" for the majority of my runs. During the summer, I rarely wake up early to avoid high temps, I like to do the majority of my training when the sun is at its highest point in the sky.
After my breakfast I like to take a shower, stretch/roll, listen to some tunes, and catch up on some work. Late afternoon, I will either run again, hit the weights, do some hurdle drills, or all of the above. Wednesdays, I like to run with the All Kinds of Fast running group for my second session in Pheonixville, PA. It's a good way to get to know the local running community. 2: I am a health nut and an excellent cook. I like to fix most of my meals so that I can control what goes into my body. I really love experimenting with different ways to make healthy food taste great. The majority of my diet is vegetarian plant-based with occasional consumption of seafood, but no read meat or poultry. I don't make many changes while in season or out of season. I "celebrated" once with a huge ice cream Sunday my junior year after my All-American finish in the 800 meter dash at the NCAA Champs, and felt so nauseous after! My body wasn't used to the extreme amounts of fats and sugars. Ever since then, I just stick to my typical eating habits and steer away from using food as a celebration. The only thing that tends to change during an off phase is an extra beer here and there. I love a good IPA. My local beer of choice is Victory Dirt Wolf. 3: If I race later in the day, I will typically do a 10 min shakeout run and stretch/roll after I wake up. I like to take a long shower and make sure my legs are shaved. The most important decision of the day is nail polish color...and this will change depending on my mood (warning, you better watch out if it's black or red). The second most important decision is to pick out which Brooks race bottoms to wear (split shorts? boyshorts? boyshorts with neon stripes? briefs?) I like to put on my "war paint" (black eye liner and mascara) a couple hours before so that it looks fresh. Music selection has a chill vibe early in the day and closer to race time I like to listen to high intensity music to pump me up. My song right now is Gangsta, by Kat Dahlia.
My breakfast of choice is greek yogurt, kashi cereal, with fresh fruit. My lunch of choice is sweet potatoes, black beans, and avocado. My pre-race drink of choice is coconut water, but NOT the kind with pineapple!
4: I do get nerves before major competitions. Usually the nerves hit about an hour before warm-up when I am driving to the competition. Nerves are good though. Nerves mean that you have opportunity to gain something. The trick is to balance them out. If I am overly nervous I like to take deep breaths and slow down my warm-up jog to lower my heart rate.
Coach Blickle will usually warm-up with me while we review my race strategy. If I am unsure about my fitness level, Coach Blickle will remind me about all the great workouts I've had leading up to the race. This helps calm down my nerves and gets me into the right frame of mind.
5: I rely on habits. Once good consistent habits are in place, it almost feels guilty not to get yourself out the door. I also like to find ways to make running fun. I like to check out new locations to run, and find new people to run with.
6: One mistake I made earlier in my running career is that I would be too hard on myself after a bad race. I would really beat myself up and would dwell on the negatives for too long. I was only concerned with immediate results and failed to see the big picture.
Now, whether I have a good or bad race, I like to take every opportunity to learn more about myself as a runner and find the positives instead of dwell on the negatives. I like to think about the big picture instead of focusing on instant results. My new frame of mind is that I am ultimately training for the Masters. This reminds me that slow consistent progress is going to get me to my goal in order to have a strong and long running career.
7: My best advice is to love running and it will love you back!
TIM VANLIEW Javelin Ranked #5 in USA (79.49m) 1. A normal training day varies on what day of the week it is, and at what point in the season it is. Overall, the Fall months for me as a javelin thrower consist of general conditioning in the weight room and on the track with the primary focus being on improving my technique in lifts and for running. I love to do Olympic lifting, and I love the challenge to get such technical lifts correct. Fall throwing consists of just continuing to throw to keep a feel for the javelin and start to add in new aspects for my technique. Most of my workout sessions last anywhere from an hour, to 3 hours. I take a lot of pride in being a perfectionist in whatever I do, so I get the most out of my sessions. In the winter months, the emphasis is on strength and power. My lifts get heavier and I am throwing 2-3 times a week between training javelins, med balls, and weighted throwing balls. Winter running is a continuation of conditioning but also different running drills and hurdle drills to improve my footwork and balance. I also like to run (low) hurdles to develop more rhythm in my running. As the spring season approaches, I switch gears, taper the weights, and focus on throwing and competition prep. Weight room sessions are a bit shorter, but throwing sessions are varied depending on the day's focus in technique. 2. I try to keep my diet very simple throughout the entire year. Lean meats, simple carbs, tons of veggies. I do take protein supplements but only NSF Certified products. I stay away from anything fried as much as possible, but I am not perfect, and I will respond to a Chic-fil-a craving every now and again. 3. Before competition, I have a full day planned out with meals and a shakeout. I keep it simple; just enough to get my muscles warmed up, a big of imagery to focus on competing, then I eat a big pasta and chicken meal the night before. The day of is a big breakfast, specific playlist, and a cued warm up. 4. I never get nervous for competitions. It's more of an over-excitement. I love to compete. It's a challenge of all the skills I have trained for the past 15 years of my life, so I love to put them to the test. To channel the excitement, I make sure my entire focus is on the things I do well and that make me successful. 5. My motivation is simple; all or nothing. I have always been an underdog, been criticized on some level, or been told what I do isn't enough. I work hard, I work smart, and I plan extremely well. All of these tools have kept me motivated because I know my system works. I stay motivated through the goal of reaching my dreams of becoming a Team USA athlete. I have learned to listen to my body. So the day's I am sore or tired, I look at my programming and determine what I can modify to not kill myself, or switch to active recovery, or a total off day. But, in my programming, I determine those days ahead of time. 6. Early in my career, the only mistake I made was having little experience. With javelin, the more throws and competitions you have, the better you become. You need to have a feel for the javelin in your hand, while your on the runway, over and over and over again. Over my 5 year career so far, I've developed a sense for the event while competing and watching. You learn to take all the experience and minimize mistakes. 7. The best advice I can give is to find out what you want from your event(s) and commit to it. Invest everything you do around your goals and you will achieve what you want. This may lead to some humbling experiences, as I have learned, but you need them in order to become a better athlete and a better person. |
This Week's Team Event
Lager Run Sunday @ Glen Ridge High School
Bach Puts Up Big Time Performance at Eagleman Triathlon
Cambridge, Maryland: With his eye on the prestigious big one- Kona Ironman in Hawaii- in the fall, Matt Bach had a breakthrough performance last weekend in the Eagleman Half Ironman.
Out of 2,600 athletes, Bach finished first amateur and 6th overall, PRing in the distance by a whopping seventeen minutes. The Summit native, who works in NYC full-time during the week, beat nine out of fourteen professional men when crossing the finish line in 4:11.
Despite choppy water and a humid afternoon, he finished the 1.2 mile swim in 32:53, the 56 mile bike in 2:12:54, and the 13.1 mile run in 83:34. Describing the half marathon as a death march, Bach was way off his targeted time--yet still had the fourth fastest run of the day. Matt Storms finished 3rd at the Oburg 5k this weekend, finishing with a time of 18:46. Look at him busting off the starting line!! Aya Leitz was the first overall female at the Jersey Shore Long Course Duathlon this weekend, finishing in 2:24:512. Her husband Karl did the long course triathlon, finishing in 2:29:59--good for 5th in his age group.
Alyssa Douma finished her season with a big victory, winning the golden President's Cup in 18:06. Averaging 5:50 a mile, she is the second straight woman to win the race. Erika Meling was second in 18:49.
Mennitt Wins Big Trophy Steve Mennitt, holding a greasy piece of pizza in one hand, shows off his Saturday prize in the 944 Hermann driveway this weekend. The Edison native won the New Milford 5k in 15:26, holding off teammate Youssef Rochdi who finished in 15:41. Mr. Mennitt brought home $150 for his win, as well. A Message from the President After a long spring season, please take 1-2 weeks of downtime. I know it's hard to do that with such beautiful weather, but your mind--and body--need a rest. Promise!
2015 adidas GSTC Spring Racing Schedule June 28 Lager Run Masters Women |
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KYLE'S KORNER Kyle's Korner is a segment of the Club's weekly email that will focus on reacquainting you with a different current club member each week. We will catch you up on how they are doing with regards to their training, their lives, and other general nonsense. This segment intends to be informative and educational while attempting humor in a purely inoffensive way. Mostly.
This week on a very special edition of the corner we spoke with the head honcho, the big guy, our fearless leader, Charles Schneekloth. A bulldog when he began his running career, and a bulldog still if you've ever seen him arguing with an official screwing something up, he has walked himself up to the top of the food chain in the NJ Club Running scene. From a modest beginning 4 years ago to a monster presence with the black and gold army Chuckles has put in a lot of time and work for the club and it's paying off big time.
Chuck Schneekloth Kyle: Good afternoon Chuck! I've waited a lint patient time to finally have you in my Korner Mr. Schneekloth: Yes, thanks. I haven't taken any offense whatsoever that I am interview #4,931. Kyle: 41 actually, and be glad I don't make an age-based joke about it. SO! I have interviewed Runners, Leaders, and Captains, but never THE President. Let's start with a little bit about what exactly your throne entails. Excuse me seat. Mr. Schneekloth: Ideally, my role is to execute big club events like our home track meets, banquet, Road Relays, College Ave Mile, etc. It also involves being the liaison to the running community like with adidas, NJ Marathon, Sneaker Factory, and the USATF. Facilitating our Leadership Team, building team lineups, grant writing, recruiting, and coaching our middle distance runners happens, too; the weekly email also takes 6-8 hours a week, believe it or not. And I guess someone has to make sure the club's house at 944 Hermann doesn't burn down. Kyle: That's what Fire Chief Anis is for! You clearly have an entire buffet to fit into your plate. How do you fit a full time job, a fiancé, and two critters one furry one not into the mix? Mr. Schneekloth: It gets more and more challenging every year, although it's always enjoyable regardless of the responsibilities. Honestly, the Leadership Team knows its value and purpose of governing the club. They know the more they help, the more efficient and successful we are. I depend on our club leaders a good bit these days, and I'm thankful for all the contributions they make. Oh, and I forgot to add the position entails travel planner too: hotels, transportation, track team entry registration, etc. Okay, that's enough of that! Kyle: Now some of those menu options were added just this year correct? Mr. Schneekloth: The two track meets we hosted this year were new, but most other responsibilities have been around for a while. However, it was a bit easier to do it all in 2011 with 50 members, versus 700 or so today.
Kyle: You have also managed, besides this year with your pain in the butt injury, to find time for your own personal training and running every season Mr. Schneekloth: Yeah. It can be deflating to not come close to personal bests anymore, but it's fun. It's fun to be out there and be a part of something bigger than myself. And, this is why I started the club in 2010- to have a community of friends who embrace a similar lifestyle. Kyle: It's certainly fun for our club members to play a good game of who can beat Chuck at our team races. Must be even more fun for you when they don't. Mr. Schneekloth: Rivalries are fun on clubs. So are having so many wild personalities. The club just wouldn't be any fun if everyone was "normal." Nothing brings a club closer than having a common comedy target like Anis or Z-Mart! Kyle: Don't forget the TMA Mascot Tim Morgan! Who are your biggest current competitive level rivals? Mr. Schneekloth: For the first few years, our biggest team rivals were Central Park TC and Shore AC. That said, we're at a point now where we've far surpassed both organizations and have been thinking much bigger for some time. It is difficult work trying to build an ever-growing organization without any pre-existing models to use as a road map. Our club, in many ways, is a unique trail blazer that relies on the creativity of its leadership and membership to evolve. Kyle: Two years ago you dominated the Club Nationals Track scene and this year you are already well on pace to take the road serious. What would taking a step up involve? Mr. Schneekloth: I see three areas of growth in our club. First, I'd love to see us offer more services to our general membership, such as more regional runs, more community events and outreach, etc. Second, the club needs to soon establish a youth team. Finally, I'd like to see us strengthen our elite team, whereas we are cultivating more athletes at the national and international level. Like any other change, these shifts will require strong infrastructure, revenue base, and Leadership Team support. We are getting there! Kyle: Just gotta cover those three bases to make a black and gold home run! Mr. Schneekloth: This is probably a good time to announce that, in reference to #1, the Garden State Triathlon Club will soon be an offered service to our membership. We are excited about this evolution this summer!
Kyle: Ooo a pinch runner! That will definitely shake up the line up. Is there a large interest in this new branch of the club Mr. Schneekloth: There is much overlap with triathletes and runners, yet the competitive seasons don't overlap much--so it works well. And indeed, we have attracted many triathletes over the years, and they've been asking about building this part of the club for a while. It's exciting to think we can offer a community for so many types of athletes in the tri-state area. Kyle: What about yourself? Injury healed, season ended, time to reset, are you planning getting back into the racing circuit this fall? Mr. Schneekloth: Absolutely. Running makes life feel balanced, and I miss running with everyone. It hasn't been easy being injured. It's always nice to return with a greater sense of appreciation for the gift. Kyle: Looking towards any big milestones? Mr. Schneekloth: Every year our club hopes to be a little bigger and a little better and do a little more for the community than the year before. It would be great to have a stronger showing at club cross country nationals this year, perhaps cracking the top ten with both men and women, and we certainly want to defend our national title on the track in 2016. Also, it looks like we may be partnering with CASA this fall, an organization that supports foster children in northern NJ, as we would be a social outlet for many of them. Deep down, I think we all believe that the sport is more than just helping ourselves--it's also about helping others less fortunate than us. Kyle: You should take up motivational speaking as well. We've been looking forward a while so let's take a look back. I might be stepping on some End of Year Banquet territory but what are three of your favorite GSTC memories? Mr. Schneekloth: Oh man, there's been so many. Winning that national title in 2013 at Icahn Stadium was just an amazing experience. The sprint medley win we had at the US Open in 2012 at Madison Square Garden was also just an exhilarating moment--winning any race by .01 can be, I guess, but doing it at MSG was incredible. It was also pretty fun to take in the USATF record-breaking ten teams we brought to club xc nationals last year. To watch so many high-level men, women, and masters runners all come together with the same uniform was magical- it's why we started this thing in the first place: to develop a powerful sense of community in the tri-state area. I feel almost bad excluding so many great people and great achievements, but those are three that stick out. Kyle: Those three certainly helped give you the awesome presence you have in this state. Looking to make a similar statement at this years club nats in San Fran? Mr. Schneekloth: Our athletes are awesome. Every year, we do a little bit better at this big national event. However, I do think every year we underperform a bit...for varying reasons. It would be nice to have the home run we've been waiting years for this year in San Francisco and crack there top ten in both the men's and women's race. It ain't easy, as all five need to be on their A+ game! Either way, club xc nationals is just so fun. It's easily the highlight of the fall, and maybe even the year, every year.
Kyle: And back in your old stomping grounds! Mr. Schneekloth: Yes- my old club worked out twice a week at Golden Gate Park, and it's easily one of the most beautiful places to run in the world. This is such an exciting opportunity for us to compete at such an amazing course. Hopefully we can visit some Bay Area landmarks while we're there and make a fun mini-vacation out of it. Kyle: That's what I'm all about! Mini Vaca! Speaking of time off its about time to off this interview. Before we go I think everyone is dying to know, How is living with the hairless cat? Mr. Schneekloth: I know Leah "skims" the weekly email, but I'm gonna hedge my bets here and assume she isn't putting off her board exam preparations to read Kyle's Korner. It's an incredible social and friendly cat, but the damn thing meows too much and demands way too much attention. Doesn't Stewey know we have a club to run, and a weekly email to produce? Kyle: That's a bold gamble there Chuckles. Though I'm sure Duffy agrees with you. Mr. Schneekloth: Woof woof. Kyle: Well thats all the time we have for this week. Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to speak with us Mr. President. Mr. Schneekloth: 'twas a pleasure, good friend. Kyle: Tune in next week to see who we interview! |
This week's puzzler comes from Ken Goglas: In a country in which people only want boys, every family continues to have children until they have a boy. If they have a girl, they have another child. If they have a boy, they stop. What is the proportion of boys to girls in the country?Solution: See Anis Angle below. Don't cheat!
Anis Angle 
Equal boys and girls, you blithering idiot.
aGSTC Runs The spring racing season is over, so most flks will be taking 1-2 weeks off from running. By July 1, check your regional enclave FB pages for summer runs starting up! Picture of the Week  Support our newest member, Amanda Tripodi. As she approaches 40 this fall, and thus the wild world of masters running, she hosts some fun summertime bootcamp classes. See above, and email her at atripfc@aol.com Steady Striders 
Do you run 9-12 minute mile pace on your runs? Come join the aGSTC Steady Striders! They have their own Facebook Group Page, coach, and group runs. Email gardenstatetrackclub@gmail.com and we will introduce you to our two co-captains, Amy and Erika. | |
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