Frpm Sept/Oct

RUNNING TAMPA BAY

DATEEVENT/DISTANCE

SATURDAY

TBA SEPTEMBER 9

SUNDAY

TBA SEPTEMBER 17

ONE STEP CLOSER CELMA MASTRY OVARIAN CANCER FOUND. 5K

FORT DESOTO DISTANCE CLASSIC 5K/10K/15K

SATURDAY TBA SEPTEMBER 23 PB AND J 10K / 5K

SATURDAY

TBA SEPTEMBER 23 SALVATION ARMY RUN FOR HOPE 5K

SATURDAY 8:00 AM SEPTEMBER 23

SATURDAY TBA SEPTEMBER 30

SATURDAY 7:00 AM SEPTEMBER 30

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 7

ST JUDE 5K WALK RUN

RUN FOR CHILDREN 5K AND 1 MILE

TICK TOCK ULTRA 6 AND 12 HOUR EVENTS

IGNITING THE FLAME 5K

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 7 ROCK AND ROLL RUN 5K

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 7

SUNDAY TBA OCTOBER 8

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 14

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 14

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 14

SATURDAY 8:00 AM OCTOBER 14

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 21

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 21

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 21

SATURDAY 8:00 AM OCTOBER 21

SUNDAY TBA OCTOBER 22

SUNDAY 8:00 AM OCTOBER 22

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 28

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 28

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 28

SATURDAY 7:00 AM

SATURDAY 8:00 AM

YOUR NEXT STEP IS THE CURE 5K

ROCK N ROLL HALF HALF 13.1 AND 5K

AVERAGE JOE'S RUN 5K

JOHN HOLMES TRAIL RUN

POLICEMEMORIALRUN 10K AND 5K

USF SWE 5K RUN

GHOULS FOR TOOLS 5K

STEPS FOR STETSON(WEST) 5K AND 1 MILE

TUNNEL FOR TOWERS CLIMB 41 FLOORS

BOLT RUN 5 MILE & 5K

LEGENDS NEVER DIE 5K

TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS TREASURE CHESTS 5K

FALL FESTIVAL 5K

GREAT WESTCHANCE CHASE 10K / 5K

HURRICANE HUSTLE 10K 5K

28 PUMPKIN DASH 5K

FALL FESTIVAL AND 5K

CONTACT

LOCATION

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM ST. PETERSBURG FL.

PAGE 12

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

FORT DESOTO PARK ST. PETE FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMST. PETE FL.

727-725-9777 TAMPA FL.

PAGE 34

www.stjude org/walktampa

MISC.

SUNDAY TBA OCTOBER 29

FLORIDA HALLOWEEN DISTANCE CLASSIC HALFATHON 13.1/10K/5K

AMELIA AREA DOWNTOWN TAMPA FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM ST. PETERSBURG FL.

WWW.ULTRIGNUP.COM

LAKE HOLLINGW ORTH FL. LAKELAND FL.

WWW.RACEROSTER.COM AL LOPEZ PARK TAMPA FL. PAGE 46

PAGE 36

WWW.ROCKANDROLL.COM CLEARWATER FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMPLANT CITY FL.

WWW.RUNROCKNROLL.COM

CLEARWATER FL. PAGE 36

WWW.AVERAGEJOERUN.COM

GADSDEN PARK FL. TAMPA FL.

TAMPARACES COM TAMPARACES COM

CROOM PARK BROOKSVILLE FL.

DISTANCES 50K, 16 MILES, 9 MILES PAGE 27

DOWNTOWN TAMPA FL. PAGE 35

TAMPA POLICE MEMORIAL EVE

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

USF CAMPUS TAMPA FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM SAFETY HARBOR FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMODESSA FL. PAGE 18

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

FACEBOOK TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING

ONE TAMPA CITY CENTER TAMPA FL.

AMALIE AREA DOWNTOWN, TAMPA

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMMADERIA BEACH FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMTAMPA FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

GADSDEN FL. TAMPA FL.

WEST PARK VILLAGE TAMPA FL. PAGE 32

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMST. PETE FL. PAGE 43

https://flysnf.org/ LAKELAND FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

GADSDEN FL. TAMPA FL.

FORT DESOTO PARK ST. PETE FL. PAGE 12

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

RACEPLACE

FORT DESOTO HALF MARATHON

Half Marathon and 10K at Fort Desoto on Dec 9, 2023

Registration Is Open

Runsignup.com

This will be a event you don’t want to miss. Standard awards ( 5 year division ), Overall Male and Female awards in both races.

RUNNING TAMPA BAY

TERRACE FL.

PETE RUN FEST HALF MARATHON STPETERUNFEST.ORG DOWNTOWN ST. PETE FL.

NOVEMBER 18 MILES FOR MOFFITT 5K / 10K

SATURDAY

SATURDAY

SATURDAY 8:00 AM NOVEMBER 18

THURSDAY TBA NOVEMBER 23

THURSDAY 8:00 AM NOVEMBER 23

THURSDAY 8:00 AM NOVEMBER 23

STEPS FOR STETSON (EAST) 5K

VETERANS RUN 5K,10K,13.1 MI,16 MI. 2 DAY EVENT

WIREGRASS TURKEY TROT 5K

COFFEEPOTTURKEYTROT 3 MILE RUN

FISHHAWK TURKET TROT 10K AND 5K

THURSDAY 8:00 AM NOVEMBER 23 YMCA TURKEY TROT 5K AND 5 MILE

SATURDAY

SATURDAY 8:00 AM DECEMBER 2 RUN FOR THE BEACHES 5K AND FUN RUN

FRIDAY 7:30 PM DECEMBER 8

BOLEY CENTER JINGLE BELL RUN 3 MILES

SATURDAY TBA DECEMBER 9 SAY NO TO DRUGS 10K AND 5K

SATURDAY 8:00 AM DECEMBER 9

SUNDAY TBA DECEMBER 10

TINSEL RUN 5K

FLORIDA HOLIDAY CLASSIC 13.1/10K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM AMALIE AREA TAMPA FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMTHONOTOSASSA FL. PAGE 18

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

BEN T DAVIS PARK TAMPA FL.

TAMPA PREMIUM OUTLETS TAMPA FL. PAGE 30

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

NORTHSHOREELEMENTARY ST. PETE FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMLITHIA FL.

WWW.RACEROSTER.COM CHANNELSIDE DOWNTOWN TAMPA FL.

ALBERT WHITTED PARK ST. PETE FL.

www.gotrtampa.org/5k

THUNDEBIRD BEACH RESORT TREASURE ISLAND FL.

855-55-BOLEY CARES

MNORTH STRAUB PARK ST. PETE FL.

CLEARWATER FL. PAGE 49

PAGE 12

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

AL LOPEZ PARK TAMPA FL.

MADERIA BEACH TO TAYLOR PARK

JANUARY 6 CROOM ZOOM 50K,20 MILE & 10 MILE

SATURDAY TBA

SATURDAY 8:00 AM JANUARY 6

FORT DESOTO 1/2 MARATHON & 5K

SUNDAY TBA FEBRUARY 11 ST PETESBURG CLASSIC MARATHON, HALF, 10K/5K

SATURDAY TBA FEBRUARY 24

PAGE 27

TAMPARACES COM

PAGE 5

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM

BROOKSVILLE FL.

FORT DESOTO PARK ST. PETE FL.

DOWNTOWN ST. PETE FL. PAGE 12

FLORIDAROADRACES COM

GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 15K / 5K 813-254-7866

DOWNTOWN TAMPA FL. PAGE 15

February 4, 2024

The Du-Triathlon 2023/2024 Season

Register At www.thunderboltmultisport.com

Top Gun Du-Triathlon " 23

Saturday 08/05/23 At 7:00am

The one and only Fort De Soto DuTriathlon at Fort Desoto Park. A Great First Triathlon

Distances: Swim 1/4 Mi., Bike 10 Mi., Run 3 Miles - Plus Duathlon & Aqua

Website Site runsignup.com

Last Chance Du -Triathlon "23

Saturday 11/19/23

End the year with a Special Event Enjoy the fall season with us at Fort De Soto Park. St. Petersburg.

Distances: Swim 1/4 Mi., Bike 10 Mi., Run 3 Miles - Plus Duathlon & Aqua

Website Site runsignup.com

Chilly Willy Duathlon '24

Sunday 02/04/24

Join us at Fort De Soto Tampa Bay"s oldest & largest duathlon - Long Sleeve Shirt to all who register early Distances: Run 3 Miles, Bike 10

Miles, Run 3 Miles

Website Site runsi gnup.com

Escape From Fort De Soto "24

Saturday 04/06/24 At 7:30am

Escape From Fort De Soto Central Fl. oldest sprint triathlon In Bay area. The Only triathlon to run the Fort

Distances: Swim 1/2 Mi., Bike 10 Mi., Run 3 Miles - Plus Duathlon & Aqua

Website Site runsignup.com

RUNNING SW FLORIDA

SATURDAY TBA SEPTEMBER 9

SATURDAY TBA SEPTEMBER 9

RUNNING ORLANDO

DELEON DASH 5K

TUNNEL TO TOWERS 5K

SATURDAY 7:30 AM SEPTEMBER 9 BATTLE OF THE BANDS 5K

SATURDAY TBA SEPTEMBER 16

SUNDAY

RUNAWAY TO HOPE SPARKLE AND SHINE 5K

SEPTEMBER 17 SUPER HERO RACE AGAINST CANCER 10K AND 5K

FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMDELEON SPRINGS FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMORLANDO FL.

EMMI 407-896-1160 CASSELBERRY FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMORLANDO FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMCELEBRATION FL. SUNDAY

AM

17 WATERMAN PINK ON PARADE 5K

30

HAMMOCK 5K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMLEESBURG FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMOCALA FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMWINTER

1

Florida Road Races

H H REGISTRATION IS OPENH H

Join us for some of the most scenic races in Tampa Bay. From a 5K, 10K, 15K to Half Marathons and a Marathon, there’s a distance for all. Run on fast, flat,scenic courses with plenty of aid stations and friendly volunteers. All finishers receive a unique Starfish medal, tech T-shirt, and free photos. Celebrate at a festive awards ceremony with hot pasta, cold beer, snacks, and live music.

H SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

FT. DE SOTO DISTANCE CLASSIC

15K • 10K • 5K • VIRTUAL FT. DE SOTO PARK

H SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10

HOLIDAY DISTANCE CLASSIC

HALFATHON • 10K • VIRTUAL

MADEIRA BEACH TO LARGO

H SATURDAY, MARCH 2 SHAMROCK DISTANCE CLASSIC

HALFATHON • 10K • 5K • VIRTUAL FT. DE SOTO PARK

H SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29

HALLOWEEN DISTANCE CLASSIC

HALFATHON • 10K • 5K • VIRTUAL FT. DE SOTO PARK

H SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11 ST. PETERSBURG DISTANCE CLASSIC MARATHON (BOSTON QUALIFIER)

HALFATHON • 10K • 5K • VIRTUAL

US Masters Swimming is a program designed for anyone aged 18+. Whether you want to swim competitively, participate in triathlons, or are simply seeking low-impact exercise, give this program a try! Our goal is to improve stroke technique, strengthen endurance and confidence, as well as build friendships.

The minimum requirements for this program include the ability to swim two lengths of a 25 yard pool and possession of a USMS membership within 2 days of the first practice . For more information about USMS membership or the US Masters Swimming program in general visit: www.usms.org.

Summer 2023 Masters Practice Times:

RUNNING NORTH

RUNNING SOUTH

FL. SUNDAY TBA OCTOBER 1 DUNN'S RUN 5K dunnsrun.com/ DEERFIELD BEACH FL.

TBA OCTOBER 7 HAUNTED HOUSE 5K/10K AND 13.1 MILES

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMWESTON FL. SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 7 HUSTLE TO END SUMMER 5K

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMLAKE WORTH FL. SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 21 5K 4 PAULINE

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 21 CITY OF SUNRISE TRICK OR TREAT 5K

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 21

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 21

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 21

SUNDAY TBA OCTOBER 22

SATURDAY TBA OCTOBER 28

HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR 5K AND 10K

HAUNTED 5K

STRONGER THAN CANCER 5K

DANIA POINT 5K RUN

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMSTUART FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMSUNRISE FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMPOMPANO BEACH FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMWEST PALM BEACH FL.

https://postfl.org/5k/ JUPITER FL.

WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COMDANIA POINT FL.

MIAMI BEACH HALOWEEN HALF MARATHON HalloweenHalf@ exclusivesports.com MIAMI BEACH FL.

BI-TRIATHLONS

TRIATHLON #1 - MICKLER'S LANDING, PONTE VEDRA BEACH

JUNE 11 GAME ON! ESCAPE TO HUTCHINSON ISLAND TRIATHLON #1 - STUART BEACH

JUNE 24 TURTLEMAN TRIATHLON - CARLIN PARK, JUPITER

JUNE 25 THE CROSSING FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS BENEFITING PIPER'S ANGELS - PADDLE BOARD FROM BIMINI TO FLORIDA

JULY 4 BILL BONE 5K - DOWNTOWN WEST PALM BEACH

JULY 16 GAME ON! TREASURE COAST TRI SUMMER - JAYCEE PARK, FT PIERCE*

JULY 30 GAME ON! SAINT AUGUSTINE TRIATHLON - VILANO BEACH PARK

AUG 13 GAME ON! ESCAPE TO HUTCHINSON ISLAND TRIATHLON #2 - STUART BEACH

Runs in Green Triathlon in Blue

AUG 20 CITY BIKES KEY LARGO TRIATHLON - SUMMER - JOHN PENNEKAMP PARK, KEY LARGO

AUG. 27 GAME ON! PALM BEACHES TRIATHLON #2 - SINGER ISLAND OCEAN WALK

OCT. 1 GAME ON! SUNCOAST OLYMPIC TRIATHLON - FORT DE SOTO PARK, TIERRA VERDE

OCT 8 GAME ON! RUN HUTCHINSON ISLAND HALF MARATHON & 10K - CAUSEWAY COVE MARINA, FT PIERCE

OCT 15 GAME ON! PONTE VEDRA BEACH TRIATHLON #2 - MICKLER'S LANDING, PONTE VEDRA BEACH

OCT. 22 BILL BONE TROPICAL TRIATHLON - LAKE WORTH BEACH

NOV 5 GAME ON! RIVERFRONT TRI @ COCOA - HISTORIC COCOA VILLAGE*

NOV 19 GAME ON! TREASURE COAST HALF & INTL TRIATHLON - JAYCEE PARK, FORT PIERCE*

NOV. 23 PELICAN YACHT CLUB TURKET TROT 5K - FORT PIERCE

DEC. 3 GAME ON! TREASURE COAST TRI - WINTER, #FINISHONTHEJETTY - JETTY PARK, FORT PIERCE

DEC 10 PALM BEACHES MARATHON - WEST PALM BEACH

*PRESENTED BY PUBLIX

Catching Some Z’s: Good Sleep Habits Can Improve Your Performance

As a runner, you have likely gone through t he routine of picking a race and planning your training session. You start training weeks prior to your goal race and carefully plan time to get your miles in, along with strengt h training, cross training, and rest days. While all these activities play a large role in your success on race day, you may be neglecting one key piece of the puzzle that can boost your training and improve performance: SLEEP.

You may have heard that it is normal for athletes, even elite marathoners, to experience a less than ideal night of sleep before a big competition. Luckily, if you are regularly getting enough sleep, one night of poor sleep will not negatively impact how you perform on race day. However, after several poor nights of sleep in a row, you will start to feel the signs of sleep deprivation, including decreased alertness and reaction time, needing an alarm clock to wake up, feeling sluggish in the afternoons, and impaired concentration and memory. This can translate to feeling fatigued sooner during a run, or possibly more exhausted after. You may even struggle to get out the door because of low motivation. The cognitive effects of poor sleep do not stop there. You may find it harder to focus during a workout when you ar e tired and as a result, you will not get the full benefit of the workout.

While the mental benefits of a good night’s rest are important, sleep is vital for keeping your body physically strong and healthy. Research shows that when we fall short of the recommended amount of sleep, our bodies are not able to fully recover and rebuild our muscle tissue, leading to an increased risk of injury. During deep sleep, human growth hormone is released and aids in tissue repair and recovery, something that all athletes need to stay healthy, get stronger, and keep up wit h the demands of training. Research has also shown that sticking to a sleep routine can lead to increased muscle strength, aerobic capacity, and overall improvement in sport-specific skills.

Finally, better nutrition can help fuel us for a better performance, but our nutritional choices can change when we are sleep deprived. When we fall short of a good night’s sleep, our body increases production of the hormone that stimulates our appetite and decreases the hormone that tells us when we are full. Eventually, overeating and making poor food choices will add up and affect how we feel during training.

So how many hours should you aim to sleep each night? The National Sleep Foundation recommends adults sleep between seven and nine hours per night. If you are falling short of the recommended amount, try one or more of the following strategies to improve the quality of your sleep:

 Keep a sleep diary. You can make this part of your training log.

 Set a bedtime and wake time schedule and stick to it.

 Make your bedroom quiet, cool, dark, and comfortable.

 Avoid blue light from electronics at least one hour prior to bedtime.

 Limit caffeine intake after lunch and avoid heavy meals before bedtime.

Most people have some room for improvement in terms of the quality and amount of sleep they experience each night. So, while you are in the middle of your training cycle, it is never too late to implement one or more of these strategies. Take note of how you feel in the days that follow, and do not underestimate the power of a good night’s sleep!

If you need assistance in resolving any running related injury or have any questions that you feel I could help answer, email me at: carrigo@advancedrehab.us.

Keep moving!

Christopher Arrigo, MS, PT, ATC, Cert-DN Owner Advanced Rehabilitation

Tampa, Florida

At Advanced Rehabilitation we will work hard to keep you moving – no matter what you do. Contact Advanced Rehabilitation at (813) 250-1208 or www.advancedrehab.us with your injury prevention, maintenance, or rehabilitation needs!

Coach Celia Dubey

Relay Fun

There are so many good things about Multi sport.....

First, there is a tremendous benefit in cross training and movi ng your body in different ways so the fact that there are three disciplines to practice is extremely healthy for us physically and mentally. We certainly have a low boredom factor with three disciplines to practice. The fact that biking and swimming is nonimpact is another key benefit. The other advantage of multisport is that in the event one is injured and cannot run the probability is likely one can still swim or bike. And on the other spectrum if one is injured in their upper body and cannot swim, chances are they can still bike and run etc. Another advantage is that within multisport there are other ways to still compete if one is limited in one or two disciplines. For example if one is experiencing a running injury and is not able to run one can still compete in aqua bike where one can swim and bike. And if one is injured where they cannot bike one can still compete in Aquathlon where one swims and runs. And if one cannot swim one can still compete in Duathlon and run bike and run. The other great benefit to multisport is the opportunity to race RELAYS yes on a team. When you compete as a relay one person swims, the other bikes, and the other person runs.

So here is a heads up. ITU has added a new event to the ITU world Championship series and it’s the mixed team relay format where there are two men and two women on a team. Each person completes the entire super sprint race (250m swim, 5K bike, and 1200m run) starting with a male and alternating with a female then a male and finishes with a female. Each racer completes the entire course and tags the next racer in a coral. The energy is exhilarating, and it was a racing career highlight for me. Our team was stacked with three age group national champions. For me this was the best motivation for me to stay sharp this season. Knowing I had a team relying on me to be at my healthiest and fittest helped motivate me and keep me on track in following my training plan.

Last season Coach Alan and I were texting the night before a local race and this is how our conversation went.....

Me ‘gosh my glute is still sore. I really don’t want to race tomorrow. I want to be there to support our students & I want to support a good local race but I just do not have the desire to race & I don’t think it’s good for the recovery of my glute ’

Alan says “Let’s do a relay. I bet one of our students would want to join us”.

Me ‘Great idea, yes let’s change our registrations’ And that was one of my best decisions for the season by far!!!

The three of us had a blast together racing as a team. I highly recommend racing a relay when you have the opportunity. I am already working on my family trying to convince all of them to race a relay with me. So, indulge in some relay fun for a relay good time....

Written by USAT Coach Celia Dubey

Brian is a practicing attorney, specializing in personal injury cases with a subspecialty representing cyclists in bike/ auto accidents. He is a lifelong resident of St. Petersburg, and has been active, as both a participant and race manager for in excess of thirty years. He has worked on all phases of race production, including being one of the early race directors of St. Anthony’s Triathlon; announces many races on the West Coast of Florida, and served the Florida Region on the National Board of Directors for USATriathlon for six years, and is the Past President of that Organization. Brian is also on the Board/ Executive committee for the Frogman swim, proceeds of which benefit the Navy Seal Foundation providing multiple forms of assistance to families of Seals who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country. He is married to Awilda, and remains active in our sports community as both a participant and as an announcer of triathlons, running events, and the Seal Frogman Swim across Tampa Bay. He can be reached at bch@bchfirm. com, or 727-515-9397.

NO SAFETY IN PACK RIDING: IF YOU BREAK THE LAW, YOU PAY THE PRICE

We have an epidemic in cycling these days, particularly when riding in a group. We think we are safer with a group, and, depending on the group, that is often true. However, as with mob behavior, where one would never do something by themselves, they don’t think twice about doing in a mob (breaking into the Capitol?), individual behavior in a group ride is forgotten, overtaken by the group behavior. Unfortunately, many group rides eschew following the law; red lights aren’t for stopping, there’s no such thing as right on red AFTER STOP, and the like.

Trust me, blaming your ticket on the group won’t get you off a citation, a fine, and, oh yeah, POINTS AGAINST YOUR LICENSE for a moving violation while on your bike. That can often result in an egregious increase in your auto insurance cost.

A good friend of mine, a near elite/professional cyclist, and someone who has experienced the pain, both physical and financial, of a crash between his bike and a vehicle, recently called to tell me of a new crash. His nearly $10,000 almost new bike was toast (the first thing any self respecting cyclist cares about!). More importantly, his body is now significantly and permanently damaged. But perhaps most important, I had to confirm what he already knew, that we would get no compensation for any of his loss. Why? Because his high speed group ride ran a red light, no one slowed, including my friend. A car legally intersecting the street, having the green light, couldn’t avoid the crash. Is it really worth such a risk not to stop? I say no. He now says no. And every one of you who have taken such risks should say NO! We have to be smarter.

Brian Harrington Past President, USATriathlon Board of Directors Race Announcer Attorney

“ Is that Ellen & Albert wearing Boston Bill

17th Annual Tampa Police Memorial Run 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk

IN COOPERATION WITH THE CITY OF TAMPA AND THE GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC ASSOCIATION

SATURDAY,

PRE-REGISTRATION FEES (Online & By Mail)

5K - $20 1-MILE - $15

REGISTER ONLINE AT ACTIVE.COM UNTIL MIDNIGHT ON SATURDAY, OCT. 1, 2011 OR FOR A DOWNLOADABLE ENTRY FORM, PLEASE VISIT

TAMPAPOLICEMEMORIAL.ORG OR TAMPABAYRUN.COM. DO NOT MAIL AFTER SATURDAY, OCT. 1, 2011. MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO TAMPA POLICE

MEMORIAL FUND AND MAIL TO: TPMF, P.O. BOX 172995, TAMPA, FL 33672

REGISTRATION AT SELECT SPORTS AUTHORITY LOCATIONS

SATURDAY, SEPT. 24 & SATURDAY, OCT. 1 NOON – 5:00PM

5K: $20 1-MILE: $15

TAMPA – 4900 KENNEDY BOULEVARD; CARROLLWOOD – 12601 CITRUS PARK PLAZA DRIVE; BRANDON – 11335 CAUSEWAY BOULEVARD.

LATE ONLINE REGISTRATION (UNTIL MIDNIGHT ON WEDNESDAY, OCT. 5, 2011)

5K: $25 1-MILE: $15

RACE WEEK LATE REGISTRATION

TAMPA POLICE DEPARTMENT HEADQUARTERS - 411 NORTH FRANKLIN STREET

THURSDAY, OCT. 6 & FRIDAY, OCT. 7, 2011 11:00AM – 7:00PM

5K: $25 1-MILE: $15

RACE DAY LATE REGISTRATION - LYKES GASLIGHT PARK

SATURDAY, OCT. 8, 2011 6:30AM – 9:00AM

5K: $30 1-MILE: $15

AWARDS:

5K: TOP OVERALL M/F - TOP MASTER’S M/F (40+) - TOP AGE GROUPS M/F (8 and under, 5 year increments 9-70+)

5K: TOP 3 SWORN LAW ENFORCEMENT - NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MOST PARTICIPATION PLAQUE

AMENTITIES:

T TO AL REGISTER B O GUARANTEE SIZE) - DOOR PRIZES RESTAURANT’S BLACK BEANS & YELLO AND COLUMBI “1905” SALAD

The Inaugural 2023 Publix Rock 'n' Roll Running Series Clearwater has a distance for everyone with a Half Marathon, 5k, KiDS ROCK, and Doggie Dash on October 7‐8. The course will not only offer runners and walkers stunning views of the bay, but will also show off the white sand and crystal‐clear waters via beachfront mileage. Get ready to ROCK out on course with entertainment at every turn. Once participants cross the finish line, they will celebrate with live music, cold beverages, and local food trucks at a coastal after‐party.

https://www.runrocknroll.com/clearwater‐register

The difference between endurance swim and recreational swim

Breathing, effort, and the dance of water—the differences between recreational swimming and endurance swimming are as distinct as the strokes that glide through the azure depths. Like a whispered secret shared between the waves, each style holds its own unique allure, drawing enthusiasts into a realm where water becomes both a playground and a challenge.

recreational swimming, where the waters beckon with a gentle invitation, effort is but a fleeting thought. Leisurely strokes caress the surface, their purpose not to conquer or endure, but to revel in the soothing embrace of liquid tranquility.

What we want every time we swim is: Here, the swimmer becomes one with the water, gracefully navigating its currents without the weight of exertion. Breath comes easily, a rhythmic exchange of air and water, as the swimmer basks in the joy of movement and the freedom of playful exploration.

Endurance swimmers dare to test the boundaries of their strength and will. effort becomes an unwavering companion, pushing the boundaries of physical and mental fortitude. Stroke after tireless stroke, the swimmer plunges into the depths, fighting against the resistance of water, carving a path throug h the liquid expanse. Each breath becomes a precious gasp of life, a fleeting respite in the relentless pursuit of distance.

Endurance swimming demands discipline, a symphony of training and dedication that forges the body and mind into an indomitable force. The swimmer becomes a warrior of the water, attuned to the ebb and flow of their own resilience. They learn to harness the power of breath, to synchronize it with their strokes, navigating the delicate balance between oxygenation and propulsion. And as the miles stretch out before them, the swimmer transcends the realm of recreation, delving into a realm of personal triumph and self-discovery

So, whether one finds solace in the gentle embrace of recreational swimming or embarks on the arduous journey of endurance swimming, the waters hold a myriad of experiences waiting to be discovered. Each stroke, each breath, becomes a testament to the human spirit—an ode to the eternal bond between mankind and the boundless depths that beckon us to explore.

LEO BRICENO

If You Are Running In Pain You Need a Change

Gene Ulishney, BS HPE, CPED, BOCPED, ACSM MEMBER

Pain is not an inevitable result of running, but is most likely a result of altered, abnormal biomechanics caused by incorrect or poor performing running shoes for your specific needs.

Running is one of the oldest and most natural movements the human body can perform. In recent history and with the advent of modern man’s unforgiving and hard surfaces, running shoes have replaced the soft grassy plains of the past. These specially designed shoes soften the blow under foot and can absorb a considerable amount of injury-causing impact. But, if not designed properly or fitted properly, these same shoes can also be the cause of pain and injury.

Today, the primary causes of footwear-related running pain and injuries are: too stiff, too soft, too much control, too little control, wrong shape and too old and worn out.

By too stiff I mean a shoe that is not flexible enough in the forefoot and not flexing in the proper place to accommodate the biomechanics of most feet placed inside it. A proper running shoe must begin flexing easily and specifically behind its widest point, at the balls of the foot, and then continues rolling through toe-off. It is what I like to call “flex and roll”. This action ensures proper shoe mechanics matching the biomechanics of the vast majority of runners. Ignoring this most important footwear quality will inevitably result in pain and overuse injuries. The chances of issues arising are directly related to intensity and the distance run. Neutral gaits may have lateral foot, knee, leg, and/or adductor/internal rotator issues. Overpronators may experience heel pain, shin, knee, medial leg and ankle, and other abductor/external rotator annoyances.

A shoe that is too soft is inherently less stable and wears out sooner. It will also stress the structures of the body by having the effect of “running in sand”. You will work harder and you will be slower. With each step, soft shoes take longer to compress and longer to return, resulting in more time being spent on the ground. Other effects include less efficiency, and excess motion, which may cause a variety of pains and possible injury.

Shoes with too much control for your gait risk injury to the lateral foot, ankle, knee and lateral side of the leg such as IT Band pain as well as pain in the adductor/internal rotator groups of muscles and tendons and long term, medial meniscus wear.

Shoes with too little control risk injury to the plantar fascia, knee, inside leg and the abductor/external rotator groups of muscles and tendons and lateral meniscus wear.

And lastly, the wrong shape shoe is the main cause of rubbing and blistering. These seemingly small issues can result in more serious problems due to usually unnoticed gait changes to avoid such painful areas.

Some points to keep in mind: all running shoes are not created equal; pain is not an unavoidable result of running; and persistent pain means you need a change. Before it gets the best of you, see your local running store for a gait and footwear reevaluation.

Fastest Course In The South

1/2 Zip Long-Sleeve Shirts

Medals To All Finishers

Boston Marathon Qualifier

USATF Certified Course

USATF Sanctioned Event

Prize Money - Marathon

Prize Money - Half Marathon

56 Degrees - Average Temp

Spectular Finish On Track

Age Group Awards - Marathon

Age Group Awards - Half Marathon

THE FUTURE OF STEM CELL THERAPY

Mesenchymal Stem Cells

Mesenchymal Stem Cells or MSCs are multipotent, undifferentiated cells that can self renew, regenerate and signal helper cells to the area of need. They play a significant role in tissue repair, regeneration, and replenishment.

How Does Stem Cell Therapy Work?

Following the injection into recipient damaged tissue, MSCs undergo perforin dependent apoptosis and release their cell content biomolecules called cytokines. These biomolecules act as signals to cells and start the cascade of DNA synthesis and cell repair. They also make the cellular microenvironment much more favorable to the various cells for tissue regeneration. To summarize, it is the bioactive biomolecules present in the stem cells that initiate tissue repair and regeneration.

Common Treatment Sites

Large joints (Knee, Hip, Shoulder, Ankle, Elbow)

Osteoarthritis

Chronic aches & pains

Muscular tears

Meniscus and cartilage tears

Sports Injuries

For more information or to schedule a Stem Cell Consultation, give us a call at 813 207 5027.

April 26 to 28

• 18 and under in-person 10K/5K—through Dec 1st $35

Sponsorship opportunities are available. For additional information, contact: Diane Cortese, dianerc10@gmail.com OR Leah Winkler, leahwinkler12@gmail.com