Detroit Marathon

Today was a great day in THE D!
The Z-machine, Freeman and Boondogglato completed their first Marathons early today. Meanwhile Vinnie, Steinert, Ann, KB and I (The Ice Dog) ran the half-marathon before joining the Ellis family to cheer everyone home. While we were able to see Anthony and the Z-machine to cheer them on; Freeman was possessed and too fast for our tired legs. Sorry no group pictures, we all woke up too early (4:45am) to think straight today!

Congratulations spare tire racers, you guys DOMINATED THE D!

Road Runners!

I’m happy to share some great news with the STR nation, KB and I successfully completed the Akron Marathon today.

Kim has been struggling with some serious Plantar Fasciitis in her right foot. But, thanks to Ralph’s excellent “Magic Tape,” she was able to gut out a great race and finally break the 4 hour mark. KB and I finished together in 3:57:36! And let me add, Akron is HILLY! VERY HILLY! Making it even more impressive that KB was able to complete this race on a bum wheel. Otherwise, this race is extremely well organized and a great marathon!

Also, Vinnie had a great 15k race at Kensington in 1:29:19 and Z completed a Run Fit Training Run of 20 miles (his longest ever) in 3:10:30– congratulations!

New Years Resolution Run

Z, KB and I closed out the first year of STR with a strong showing at the Flint Resolution Run. With warm temperatures on a nice sunny day, Z cranked out the 8kms in less than 43 minutes! This is a really good time, congratulations Z! Especially considering the nearly 5 mile route contained a substantial hill at the start and finish. After some initial indications that I was able to earn my first place on the podium, I finished 4th in my age group with a 7:46 min/mile. Once again, KB brought home the hardware! She finished 2nd in her age group with a time of 38:38.

Congratulations to all STR members who have pushed themselves to become healthier and enjoy a more active lifestyle. May your resolutions be big and your resolve deep!

HAPPY NEW YEAR STR!

A Fantastic Fantasy 5k

After our usual over indulgence in thanksgiving festivities (potatoes, pies, etc.), KB and I were fully prepared to burn a few calories at the Fantasy of Lights 5k in Howell Friday night. It seems like every year we enter this race we run in horrendous weather. But this year, we were greeted with clear skies and no wind. So, in cold temperatures we put down a great run, finishing in 25:17. KB’s 8:08 minute miles earned her 3rd place in her age group and a new PR. Thanks to Ralph and Annette for joining us and cheering us on.

STRs version of the Dream Cruise

Congratulations to Vinnie, Dave, Ralph, Annette and Mac for cruising to a great finish in the Kar's Nuts Marathon Team Relay during the 2007 Detroit Marathon today. Results have yet to be posted but it is safe to say STR dominated. The team finished the 26.2 miles in less than 4 hours (3:56:57 chip time)! Great job STRs! Results can be found at: http://www.detroitmarathon.com/merchandise/results.html

Normally, when a woman is referred to as a “fast girl”, it isn’t a compliment! During yesterdays Capital City River Run Half Marathon, KB took it as a great compliment when someone said just that in response to seeing I RUN LIKE A GIRL printed on the back of her shirt as she passed him. KB represented STR well yesterday while completing her first half-marathon in 1:54:25 (8:45min/mile). For her effort she was rewarded with finishing in the top quarter of her age group. Congratulations to KB!

STR rolls on…now, gaining speed with every race!

Detroit Zoo Run

Congratulations on great race to all the STR racers, pictured above, who lit up the course on the Detroit Zoo Run this morning. Race results are now available (click here). It was great to see everyone out enjoying the beautiful weather. A special thanks needs to be handed out to Ralph and Annette for getting up early to set up the tent and hosting a great post-race barbeque. What a day! STR ROLLS ON...