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On the Run . . . with Matt McGowan

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 11:16:41 -0700

Cooler fall weather will soon greet us as we go out for a run or race. After a number of hot and rainy, humid days, the cool fall air is just around the corner. This cool weather combined with the colorful Ohio autumn will allow for some excellent running conditions over the next two months. Many athletes will be testing their summer training in an upcoming fall race.

September 2010 e-Newsletter

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:42:21 -0700

Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.

KEEPING TRACK - Ten Pledges for Cross-Country Coaches:

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:09:02 -0700

(By Rod O’Donnell ) 1. I pledge to call my local newspaper with meet results, regardless of how my teams finished. If results are not reported in the next edition, I will follow up with a phone call to the sports editor. This will be continued until the results are published.

Arnold Track and Field Championships

admin — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:06:23 -0700

High school athletes – be part of the newest sport added to the ARNOLD Sports Festival – the Arnold Track and Field Championships. This event will be held Saturday, March 5, 2011 at the French Field House at The Ohio State University.

For more information on the Arnold Track and Field Championships –

CREW 5K Columbus

admin — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 12:25:00 -0700

August 21, 2010 - A pack of seven runners hit the first mile in 4:46 as they looped around the Columbus Crew Stadium and the Ohio State Fairground in the 4th annual Crew 5km. Stephen Ragg pulled away just before the two mile mark in front of the Ohio Historical Society and entered the Crew player’s tunnel by himself and finished at the Crew Stadium midfield in 15:33 for the win.

RUNOHIO – how do you want to keep up with the Running News?

admin — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 08:22:50 -0700

RUNOHIO has numerous ways for you to keep up with all of the running news in and around Ohio as well as surrounding States. The print RUNOHIO has been providing you with running coverage for 22 years in Ohio, West Virginia, northern Kentucky, eastern Indiana, western Pennsylvania and southern Michigan.

List Upcoming Races Free...

admin — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:06:08 -0700

Directing or Sponsoring a Race – List your event free on the most comprehensive running event calendar in Ohio and the Midwest - http://www.runningnetwork.com/RN_calendar/events/index.php?c...

RUNOHIO covers running in Ohio, West Virginia, northern Kentucky, Eastern Indiana, southern Michigan and western Pennsylvania.

August 2010 e-Newsletter

admin — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 09:34:18 -0700

The past few weeks have been hot and humid. Hopefully, you have been able to get out and run, but remember to drink plenty of water before and after your workouts. Also, if you are running a race on one of these hot humid summer days take it easy and try for a summer PR in your next race on a cooler day. A good friend of my, Chuck Bartlett, has been writing a series o

Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Races

admin — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 09:05:25 -0700

The Pro Football Hall of Fame was opened in 1963 which was also the first year athletes were inducted into the Hall. There are now 260 members in the Hall of Fame . The greater Canton/Stark County community hosts the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival with over 4,000 volunteers.

Hot Weather Running Tips

admin — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:30:52 -0700

From The Road Runners Club of America (http://www.rrca.org ) - The Road Runners Club of America wants to remind the running community about the importance of following our hot weather running tips. Running in the heat of summer can be dangerous if proper precautions and preparations are not followed.

KEEPING TRACK

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:24:58 -0700

By Rod O’Donnell - From July/August print RUNOHIO - The 2010 high school and collegiate track seasons have ended, but the post-season continues for those competing in the AAU, USATF Championships, the World Junior Championships, and the European Circuit Diamond League. It was a great year for high school track and field in Ohio.

CREW 5K – Saturday, August 21st

admin — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:34:11 -0700

The Columbus Crew and RUNOHIO announced that the Columbus Crew 5K will be held on Saturday, August 21st at 8:30 a.m. The event will offer a number of unique features, including a free Crew ticket with each paid registration, a course that takes finishers through the Crew players' tunnel and onto the Crew Stadium field.

On the Run with Matt McGowan - August 2010

admin — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:44:28 -0700

With a couple of more months of hot weather running many athletes are looking forward to the fall with cooler temperatures. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water before and after your runs. This is especially important during the hot, humid days of July and August. There are a number of excellent races to test your fitness in the next few months.

Bridget Franek

admin — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:12:22 -0700

By Matt McGowan - Hiram’s Bridget Franek who ran at Mantua Crestwood High School and graduated this spring from Penn State University won the women’s 3000 meter steeplechase at the NCAA Division I Track and Field Championships last month in Eugene, Oregon. Franek ran 9:38.86 to win by thirteen seconds with Colorado’s Emma Coburn (9:51.86) finishing second.

RUNOHIO July E-Newsletter

admin — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 11:46:11 -0700

Go to your favorite running store to get the July - August issue of the print RUNOHIO or subscribe to get the print mailed to you. Take advantage of the 22nd annual RUNOHIO Special Subscription price on only $10 (The same price as the inaugural year of RUNOHIO in 1988). RUNOHIO Anniversary Special - SAVE $5 - Same price as 1988

Happy 4th of July

admin — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 07:46:31 -0700

Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, street festivals, picnics and of course road races. If you are running a race – good luck. I hope you are able to enjoy the 4th with friends and family. Have a happy and safe 4th of July

Prefontaine Classic – July 3rd - MAJOR MATCH-UPS IN PRE CLASSIC MIDDLE DISTANCES

admin — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 07:38:57 -0700

Eugene, Oregon—For fans of head-to-head competition and fast times, the women’s 800 and men’s 1000 meters at the Prefontaine Classic on July 3rd aim to please.

RUNOHIO – how do you want to keep up with the Running News?

admin — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:39:23 -0700

Run Granville and RUNOHIO presents - Bryn Du Summer Cross County Series

admin — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:48:35 -0700

The 5th Annual Bryn Du Summer Cross County Series - Run around the Bryn Du Great Field and Mansion in these fun summer evening cross-country runs. Whether you run the Bryn Du Summer Country events as a serious race, a training run or a fun run – Mark your calendar for these fun filled events held in Granville this summer.

2010 USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships

admin — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:19:00 -0700

The USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships and the USA Junior Outdoor Track & Field Championships will be held June 23 – 27 at the Drake Stadium - Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa.