Obsessed Runner Blog
2011-08-24 - Consistant and Calming
Are we still in Michigan? The weather and running have been glorious, a nice stretch just in time for the fall mileage build up for those of us training for one of the longer races.
Few things are as consistent and calming as the daily run in this inconsistent world. The housing and stock market boomed and we ran, the housing market and stock market crashed and we ran, the country continues to go to war and we continue to run. During our runs we have the option to contemplate solutions to the world's problems or to escape reality and enjoy playtime. Either way, we finish energized, focused and ready to take on the day! I'm outta here!
Run the world,
Randy Step, an admitted obsessed runner contemplating life's biggest questions, what shoes to grab and what route to take!
PS - I'm getting ready to camp out on the land and set my soul free!
Join me for the most valuable runs (And classic rock) of the year the weekend of September 9th, see runwoodstock.com
Run any or all of the weekend events, a great way to get in marathon training mileage or just a much needed hippy hike and perhaps a bit of Yoga... Peace Out.
PS - Labor Day weekend is the last chance for a summer race road trip!
How about the Cadillac 5K, 10K and Run, Bike Kayak Adventure Triathlon!
Running Fit will be there to time the event, stop by and say hi!
PS: Roadies Needed - Run Woodstock!
On top of all the "thanks" and "you rock" you will get throughout the day, you also get an awesome volunteer shirt, a $30 coupon toward any Running Fit event (includes race shirt) and a great feeling for giving back to your sport!
Click here for more information on the Running Fit volunteer program and the online registration link for Run Woodstock or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
PS: Running Fit is looking for a few motivated and friendly folks who are passionate about running and fitness for part time help at our stores in Northville, Novi, and Ann Arbor. Part time usually is three to four shifts ( 4 to 6 hours) per week including some evenings and weekends. It is not a "get rich quick system", but it is fun work and we do have some great perks. For details please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
PS: United Bank & Trust, presenting sponsor of Big House Big Heart 5 & 10K this year, is trying to give away more money.
They'll donate $1.00 for every "like" on their Facebook page. Please take the time to click the link below and "like" United Bank & Trust and help us meet the goal of $7500. Please "share" and encourage the world to do the same!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/United-Bank-Trust/210518148019
August 19, 2009 - Hows that for putting lipstick on a pig!
Yo run gang,
After a gap in the run schedule, from injury or just life getting in the way, getting back the fitness lost is hard work. The up side is that a short run is a tough workout, just think of the time you saved! When Im in shape, I have to run for an hour or more just to get the same beat up feeling I get in 15 minutes coming back. Being out of shape or just starting a run program is an efficient use of time. Hows that for putting lipstick on a pig!
I smell it in the air, cross country season is upon us. If you never have, go check out a local high school or college cross country meet. Run around the course and find the best route to follow the race. How can you beat it, a spectator sport that allows you to get your run in while watching! A tip: Follow the teams coach, around the course; they often know the best route to see the action.
Run or start to run again, Randy Step, an obsessed runner coming back from a bit of calf pain, done with my run with time left for a bike ride.
For those of you with kids on a team, we cross country nights are happening now at Running Fit! Come any date at any time between 4 and 9 PM.
Monday August 17th in West Bloomfield, Wednesday August 19th in Northville, Tuesday August 25th in Novi and on Thursday August 27th in Ann Arbor, this may be at our new warehouse store on Jackson, call 734-929-9022 before you head out.
November 18, 2009 - Time to "Jiggle the fat"!
Yo run gang,
By now we should have all made friends with darkness. Ill be heading to the trails tonight looking like the Vegas strip with my GoMotion chest mount light attached to a backpack and my 4 LED Princeton Tech head lamp. In our simple sport, its fun to have a few toys to play with!
Its time to jiggle the fat (I believe that is the technical holiday season running terminology)! The sure way to avoid the party weight gain is to be training for something. Commit to a long spring race now, as you know, busy people do everything, the rest do Nothing, so, dont miss a single party or single training run! Martian Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k are April 10th, not to mention the fun races along the way to keep you consistent. Next week, kick off the training with the Detroit Turkey Trot 10K, www.theparade.org/turkeytrot follow it up Dec 5th at The Holiday Hustle 5k, www.runholiday5k.com then, www.runsuperbowl.com.
Run, but dont miss the fun,
Randy Step, an obsessed runner on his way out the door