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ALOHA FROM THE EDITOR

On the cover of this issue you can see Frank Smith, a long time supporter of bicycling in Hawaii. With the work of Hawaii Bicycling League we are moving towards a more bikefriendly environment in Hawaii. Coming up soon is May, and May is also bikemonth. We are looking forward to being part of this great month. Things are a little different in this issue - usually, you will find the calendar a few pages in, but it has now moved to the middle pages. This is so you can pull out the calendar and place it on your fridge, so you won’t miss an event. With the help of Mariane Uehara, Free Lifestyle (www.marianeuehara.com), then we are working on our new design, and you will see some of the changes already in this issue. Aloha, Christian HAWAII SPORT

EDITOR Christian Friis COPY EDITOR Crystal Banning IMAGES August DeCastro Colin Cross Cyndia Lavik Good Eyes Photo Hawaii Sport Reports Kevin Enriques Hugh Gentry Rick Keene Project M. RJ Kessler, RJK Photography Dana Oxiles Susie Stephen Kim Burnett Dirima / Shutterstock Cat Cullison

COVER PHOTO Project M. CONTRIBUTORS Melissa Pampulov, Snr. Features Editor Brad Yates, Snr. Writer Brian Clarke Glen Marumoto KC Calberg Odeelo Dayondon Mariane Uehara Tim Marr Rae Sojot, Snr. Writer Sara Ecclesine Susie Stephen Malia K. Harunaga Lectie Altman Ryan Moore Hugh Gentry Motoki Nakamura

HAWAII SPORT REPORTS August DeCastro Courtney Osaki Crystal Banning Jennifer Lieu Lisa Allosada Jeff Rockenbrant Zara Nguyen Jon Lyau Kevin Enriques Odeelo Dayondon CONTACT US hawaiisportmag.com Hawaii Sport PO Box 38082 Honolulu, HI 96837 STAY CURRENT With HAWAII SPORT AT: hawaiisportmag.com facebook / hawaiisportmag twitter @hawaiisportmag

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HBL Annual Dinner

Happy dinner guests posing with Ride Aloha Photowall (Dana Oxiles)

HBL - Hawaii Bicyling League is a non-profit organization that is working to get more people to ride their bikes. To the right, winners of the bicycle attire.

Brendon Hanna talking about HBL. HBL Board and staff.

Manny Cabral, Dottie Sunio and Reef Amano from the Leeward Side share a laugh.

HBL Annual Members Dinner happened Saturday Jan. 30, 2016, at the Waikiki Aquarium. It was a wonderful event with over 340 people in attendance, more than 100 biked there and took advantage of the free bike valet. The food was as great as it was healthy (buffet style from Da Spot) and the live entertainment by Doug Fitch, a professional bicycle racer and first bicyclist to appear on the Wheaties cereal box in 1988 turned professional musician, was fantastic as well! HBL received a donation of $30,000 from Randy Ching to kickstart a 2016 campaign for a full-court press (including staff for community organizing, social media, and advocating with government) to coordinate our collective efforts and get the Leeward Bikeway construction started in 2016. During the dinner program guests helped the effort by pledging over $10,000 towards matching Randy's generous gift.

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The Stoop - An English Fell Race Experience by Susie Stephen Let me set the scene: it’s blowing a gale, raining on and off and after two hours of driving along twisty English country lanes roads, my sister Georgie and I excitedly reach our destination and park in a tiny village. We start pulling on all our extra layers of warm clothing before venturing out of the car when a moment later a tall, lean man with strong legs jogs past the car wearing only shorts, a lightweight Inov-8 running jacket, gnarly shoes and a Santa hat. Looking over at my sister we both laugh out loud with a mixture of empathy and in trepidation state the obvious: ‘Fell runner”! It had all started with a twitter message from my cousin Andy who lives in Yorkshire: “There is a good local fell race on 20th December called The Stoop. In Bronte country. Normally gets the best of 10 | HAWAIISPORTMAG.

the local fell runners.” But what is a fell race anyway? And how do they compare to the off-road trail races that we are more accustomed to running in Hawaii? Fell running can best be defined as a chance to run up and over some of the wildest and most rugged sections of Britain’s hills and mountains. As stated by the Fell Running Association: “Fell running is hazardous and overcoming its various challenges is an integral part of the enjoyment it provides to participants.” The Fell Running Association (FRA) categorises their events and ‘The Stoop’ fell race, that my cousin Andy had signed Georgie and I up for, falls under category B as defined by the FRA. A category ‘B’ fell race: “ Should average not less than 25 meters

climb per kilometer. Should not have more than 30% of the race distance on road.” (FRA, 2016). Since The Stoop race is only 8km, in the eyes of the FRA, competitors did not need to carry the ‘best practice kit’: a waterproof jacket and other protective body gear, a map (ideally waterproof), and compass, a whistle and emergency food. Lining up for the start inside a small quarry with 400+ runners, Andy, Georgie and I were as ready as we could be - with our Santa hats pulled on tight, as directed: “All competitors will receive a free Santa hat that you must run in!” However, the start was delayed by a few minutes as one of England’s most successful fell runners, Ian Holmes, wasn’t wearing a Santa hat! Luckily, a nearby official, who willingly spared his hat to prevent ‘Holmsey’ from feeling left out, remedied the issue. Phew. expires

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Go! Charging out of the quarry that had provided some shelter from the wind, which we were soon facing, the front pack lead everyone over rough grass towards the trail that slowly meandered up towards ‘The Stoop’. The course was a loop up the fell and back down. Charging was definitely the right word for the pace of the first mile or so and it quickly became apparent why, you needed to get into a good position before the single track started. People were wearing all sorts of festive costumes and there were plenty of bells tied around ankles jingling as we slogged along. I settled into a group moving at a steady pace, let my heart rate recover from the initial surge and began concentrating on the task ahead, namely, making it through the fell race in one piece. The next couple of miles involved a decent climb, during which I traded places back and forth with a number of runners when the terrain allowed. The trail so far had been a mixture of un-surfaced forestry roads, limestone pavement across the moor and some simply, very muddy single track. Instead of tree roots and rocks such as you might find on the Tantalus trails of Oahu, an English moor is covered with thick heather and shrubs growing over dense layers of peat soil and bogs. And 11 a bog is nothing to be | HAWAIISPORTMAG.

laughed at, as I was soon to find out.

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At the turn around point on the top of the Stoop fell, the highest part of the race, the wind was whistling with some force across a bleak but expansive landscape. There was no jungle canopy for protection, and where you battle with heat and humidity in Hawaii the wind-chill and rain in England are equally testing. The merino-wool base layer I had worn under a long-sleeved technical running top did a great job in keeping me warm, and paired with shorts and thick wool socks (plus LaSportiva trail shoes) I felt very comfortable whilst moving but if I’d had to stop for any amount of time, the bitterly cold wind would have cooled my core temperature very quickly. Luckily the amazing views from the top of the fell created a perfect distraction to the weather and I tried to soak up as much of the scenery as possible. Unfortunately however, the wind kept catching the end of my Santa hat and blowing the white pom-pom into my face. This slightly annoying feature of an otherwise very warm and cozy hat soon became a distraction, so I took a few slow but wobbly strides to tuck the pom-pom under the brim behind my ear! With Santa hat issues under control I focused on the next part of the race, 2.5 miles down the fell side to the finish. That was when the real fun began. Feeling some energy left in my legs I decided to try and ‘pick it up’, which turns out is an oxymoron in fell running, because as soon as I tried to change pace I was immediately stopped dead in my tracks by a soggy section of peat bog that I sank into thigh-deep. Thankfully a bog is a soft landing, but falling doesn’t half knock the wind out of your lungs. Trying to spring back to my feet took some effort, but I didn’t want to loose contact with the runners in front, it was a race after all! I could now see two women up ahead and a game of chase ensued. A number of reckless runners flew past me, making up time since many fell runners are better at descending than climbing. I fought hard to stay upright on fatiguing legs, kept my eyes peeled for more wet areas of bog, Photo: Winning random prizes at a Holiday race can be a “burden”.

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2000 Meter Fin Swim Saturday March 26, 2016 Ala Moana Beach Park EQUIPMENT: FINS, goggles, masks & snorkels permitted. No hand paddles, wet suits or flotation devices allowed. YELLOW SWIM CAPS are mandatory and will be available at registration for swimmers who are without. Swimmers must be 8 years or older.

RACE START: 8:00 a.m. COURSE: 2000 meter swim. Start in water at Magic Island end of Ala Moana Beach Park. Swim 1000 meters toward Kewalo Basin. Turn clockwise around buoy. Swim 1000 meters back to Magic Island. Finish is up the beach through chute.

AGE GROUPS: 8-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 4549, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & over.

ENTRY FEE: $30 if postmarked by March 16. Waikiki Swim Club Members: $25. NO REFUNDS. T-shirt extra. Make check payable to: Waikiki Swim Club. Mail to: Waikiki Swim Club, 3465 Paty Dr., Honolulu, HI 96822.

AWARDS: 1st – 3rd overall and each male & female age group. T-SHIRTS: $10 (add to entry fee). Additional shirts may be on sale after race, subject to availability.

LATE ENTRY: $40. Do not mail after March 19. Applications accepted by 7:30 am on race day at race HQ (near Magic Island bathhouse).

ESCORTS: No personal escorts allowed. Lifeguards and course marshals will patrol the course. INFORMATION: E-Mail Race Director: suilan@waikikiswimclub.org

RACE NUMBERS: Entrants must report for numbering between 6:45 am to 7:30 am at race HQ (near Magic Island Bathhouse)

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WAIVER & RELEASE: FIN SWIM RELEASE: In consideration of this application being accepted, I, the undersigned, intending to be legally bound, hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I may have against race officials, volunteers, sponsors, the Waikiki Swim Club, the City & County of Honolulu and the State of Hawaii resulting from involvement with this event. I will additionally permit the free use of my name, photograph and interviews in association with this event in broadcast, telecast, advertisements, films, videotapes or any reproduction thereof. Waikiki Swim Club reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone for any reason.

I have read, understand and agree to the waiver, above. Signature required. Parent’s signature if entrant is a minor. I verify child swimmer is at least 8 years old.

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and dug deep for the final mile to reach the finish, crossing the line in 43:37. Georgie and Andy finished in 45:26 and 49:28 respectively and both reported similar bog sinking experiences! At every trail running and off road race I’ve been to it seems that no time is ever wasted in starting the post-race celebrations. The camaraderie and friendly banter at these events seem to be a worldwide phenomenon. Immediately after the fell race jugs of hot tea, coffee and biscuits were available for runners, set up on a table right next to the finish line. People then started washing the mud off their legs with a hosepipe at the back of the small clubhouse where the officials were putting together the results. The prize giving took place in a nearby village pub, which quickly filled up with wrapped up but rosy-cheeked runners who piled in to claim a free mug of soup & a bread roll that was kindly provided. The awards for the top 10 finishers in each category were also extremely generous, and I

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was surprised to find out that as 6th senior woman I could take home a six-pack of beer and a box of chocolates! Not bad for a challenging yet breathtakingly beautiful day out in the Yorkshire fells. To summarise here are 3 things to note about English fell running: It’s fast and furious, especially the downhill but watch out - the landscape is mesmerizing! Any peat bogs on the course may try to swallow you whole. Wily runners with quads of steel are to be highly feared. I highly recommend that if you ever find yourself in England, and are looking for a challenging, off-road running experience, then head for the fells. You won’t be disappointed. Susie Stephen is a running coach and yoga instructor you can find more of her works here: www.longrunergy.com

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Race Registration Form Race Day: Sunday, April 24th 2016 • 7am-11am • Kailua Beach - O‘ahu, Hawai‘i Dash & Splash Course: 7 a.m. start at the Kailua boat

ramp. Run approximately 2.8 miles around Ka‘ohao (Lanikai) loop in the bike lane. Swim Kailua Beach, 800 meters parallel to shore. Finish at Kalapawai. AWARDS/ DIVISIONS: Top 3 Overall and top finisher in the following divisions: Individual: 10 & U, 11-12, 13- 14, 15-17, 18-25, 26-35, 36-45, 46-55, 56-60, 60+. Relay Team: M, F, Mixed, 15 & under.

Keiki Course: 7 a.m. start at the Kailua Boat ramp. Run approximately 1600m down Kailua beach, counterclockwise turn around the keiki course flag, and back up to the boat ramp. Swim Kailua Beach, 800 meters parallel to shore. Finish at Kalapawai. AWARDS/ DIVISIONS: Top 3 Overall and top finisher in the following divisions: 10&U, 11-12, 13-14, 15-17.

» ENTRY FEE: Non-refundable. Entries must be postmarked by Monday, April 4, 2016. • Dash & Splash Course - Individual $30 • Dash & Splash Course - Relay $60 • Keiki Course- $20 • 5K Beach Walk/ Run- $30 » LATE ENTRIES: Add $10 per entry. For entries postmarked on April 5th or later please include additional $10 for late processing. Sorry, no t-shirt or packet guarantee for late entrants. » DAY OF RACE ENTRIES: Add $20 per entry for day of race entries. Sorry, no t-shirt or packet guarantee. » PACKET PICK-UP: Saturday, April 23rd, 2016. 10 am - 2 pm at the Running Room, 819 Kapahulu Ave. or

5K Beach Walk/Run Course: 7 a.m. start at the Kailua boat ramp. Run/walk down the beach, counterclockwise turn around a flag at Flagpoles, and finish at Kalapawai.

4 pm - 6 pm at the Kailua Canoe Halau, Kailua Beach.

www.KailuaCanoeClub.com/events/dash-n-splash

No race day or post-race packet pick-up.

Mail in the registration form below or register online at active.com  Keiki Course…$20  5K Beach Walk/ Run…$30 CHOOSE EVENT(S): Dash & Splash Course:  Individual……$30  Relay………..$60 PARTICIPANT INFORMATION: Last Name ____________________________________ First Name_________________________________Phone __________________ Street address __________________________________________________ City ___________________ State _____ Zip ___________ Gender (circle one): M F Age: _____ Date of Birth _____________________________ Shirt size (circle/click one): XS S M L XL XXL no guarantee for late entries

RELAY PARTNER INFORMATION  Run, or  Swim (if applicable): Last Name ____________________________________ First Name_________________________________Phone __________________ Team Division (circle one): M, F, Mixed, 15 & under Team Name ___________________ Shirt size (circle/click one): XS S M L XL XXL COSTS: Race Event Fee: _________ ($30-Indv; $60-Relay; $30-Walk/Run; $20-Keiki) Race Late Fee _________ (if postmarked after April 5, 2016) Race discounts: _________ ($10 discount for each military or KCC participant) Amount Enclosed: _________

no guarantee for late entries

Make checks payable and mail fee and entry form to: Kailua Canoe Club 694 Uluoa Street, Kailua, HI 96734

Waiver: In consideration of your accepting this entry, I, the undersigned, intending to be legally bound, hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, acknowledge the risk of death, injury or permanent disability in participating in Dash & Splash and therefore accept personal responsibility for all such foreseeable risks and waive any and all rights to sue the State of Hawaii, City and County of Honolulu, Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association, Kailua Canoe Club and any other associated sponsors of this event, their representatives, successors, and assigns. I attest and verify that I am physically fit and have sufficiently trained for the completion of this race and my physical condition has been verified by a licensed doctor. I hereby authorize any emergency medical unit to release and any physician designated as an official representative of the Kailua Canoe Club to obtain information (medical or otherwise) relating to my condition resulting from my participation in this event and further authorize such physician to tactfully and tastefully use such information in dealing with the public. Additionally,I permit the free use of my name and pictures in broadcasts, telecasts, etc. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature / Signature of parent or guardian if under age 18

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My 3 fav… Supplements while I am pregnant. TEXT BY

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I always knew I wanted to be a mother, but I never really spent time thinking or researching what a pregnant women needs or goes through during these very special 9 months. In the beginning of this year, I became a Health Coach, and one of the topics in the course was about the special health needs during pregnancy. Most of the information that I learned was very new to me, and it was such a wonderful coincidence that I got pregnant just after completing the certification, so it was perfect timing to put my fresh knowledge into practice. Studies show that exercise helps women to have a healthier pregnancy, and also have higher levels of endorphins (natural pain relievers) during pregnancy and labor. However in my case, it was time to decrease the amount of exercise I was doing since I was swimming, biking or running at least 3 hours per day. Honestly, I thought I was going to be able to exercise much more during my pregnancy, but right away, at the end of the first trimester, I felt that my body and my baby didn’t like it when I ran or even jogged really slow, so I stopped and just started walking. I kept spinning easily on my bike at home for 40 minutes two times per week until I reached 6 months, and then I felt uncomfortable sitting on the bike saddle. Swimming is one of the exercises that felt great from the beginning until now (I am 35 weeks!) so I am still swimming at least 3 times per week. And another exercise that I have been doing during my whole pregnancy is an aqua fitness class which I have found to be the perfect combination of strength, stretching and light cardio exercise for us. However, the most interesting and probably the most important part for me was learning about the nutritional needs for a healthy pregnancy. I never ate too much. To tell you the truth, I always ate too little. I would constantly hear people telling me, “Mariane eat more! Mariane, I can’t believe you are not hungry!” I always liked to graze or as my family and friends tell me, “You eat like a bird”. Well, with a baby growing inside of me, I knew that not just the quantity of the food but also the variety of foods that I was eating would have to change a lot. Luckily our bodies (and I believe our babies) are extremely wise, and in the first trimester I craved foods that I usually didn’t eat, such as meat. One day I even asked Tim to make a BBQ for me. He made it, and I really enjoyed it! My appetite also grew, and I went grocery shopping and prepared meals for myself more than I ever did before. It is like your body and your baby ask for what they need, and you just follow their lead.

You can read more on Mariane’s blog “Free Lifestyle” which you can find here: www.marianeuehara.com

I am trying my very best to eat nutritious food containing the nourishing pregnancy nutrients (see the table below), but it can still be challenging for a pregnant women to get all the nutrition she needs from real food. For this reason, obstetricians often recommend pregnant women to take supplements. So the three supplements I have been taking during my pregnancy are: Prenatal Multi from mykind organics I chose this one because it is made with certified organic whole food, and contains the recommended amount of folic acid, Vitamin B12, and Vitamin D, and also contains a fair amount of other nutrients that pregnant women need. Prenatal DHA from Nordic Naturals There are plenty of options when it comes to the Omega-3 fats supplements on the market. Pregnant women need around 1000 milligrams of Omega-3 fats per day, with at least 500 milligrams of DHA/EPA. Those two healthy fatty acids are essential to develop the baby’s brain and nourish the mother’s mood stability.

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Advanced Ferrochel from Source Naturals Last month my doctor recommended that I take an iron supplement because I was a little low. I chose this brand because it is gentle on the stomach and colon. I am taking the supplement three times per week and I am complementing it with foods rich in iron. Of all the things I have being learning during this journey, the most important one is to listen to my body and my baby everyday and take small steps every day to prepare my body and my mind for this divine life opportunity - childbirth.

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Running in the Footsteps of History TEXT BY IMAGE BY

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The Athens Marathon – Running in the Footsteps of History According to legend, a Greek messenger named Pheidippides ran from the battle of Marathon to Athens to let the city leaders know that the Athenians had defeated the invading Persians, collapsing to his death with his final words “Joy to you, we have won.” Some historians conclude this probably never happened as this account was written some 400 years after the battle. However, the Greek historian Herodotus, writing some 40 years after the battle, does mention a messenger with the same name being sent from Athens to Sparta, to ask the Spartans for help. This run covered 155 miles, was accomplished in two days, and was probably the first documented ultra. The poet Robert Browning popularized the legend in a poem in 1879. The poem became part of 19th Century pop culture and was accepted as fact. So when the first modern Olympics was being planned, the organizing committee wanted an event invoking ancient Greece and settled on the legend of a messenger running from the plains of Marathon to Athens to deliver news of the victory with his last breath. And thus began the birth of the race which bears its name, the marathon. I had decided some time ago, that I needed to do this race. I had already golfed at the home of golf, St Andrews and thought it only fitting to run the Athens Marathon. The Greeks call it the Authentic Marathon. It didn’t hit me until I got there, what that really meant. Whether it’s the legend or the history of the modern race, this is the course that started it all…the mother race. All other marathons are essentially a copy of this course. You are running in the footsteps of history, whether running after Pheidippides or Spyridon Louis, the Greek water carrier who won the first marathon in 1896. The course starts in the town of Marathon, about 3 miles from the actual battlefield. You run from the town, then to and around the monument where the Athenians from the battle are said to be buried. After that, you start a steady climb toward the city of Athens, running through several suburbs. The route takes you between and around several mountains. The climb ends at 830 ft above sea level around mile 20. At which time you descend into Athens before finishing in Panathenaic Stadium, the first stadium to host the modern Olympics and the only stadium built entirely of marble. 24 | HAWAIISPORTMAG.

I was wearing my Runners HI TEAM Hawaii shirt at this race. I was surprised at the number of runners who came up to me and told me they had visited this state. The first one was a Greek, “Aloha Brah!” I gave him the shaka and said “Aloha” in return. He told me he had visited a couple years ago. Another was a Canadian who spends time in Maui. I asked him if he ran Maui or Oceanfront. No, but it was on his list of things to do. And of course, there were the many who said “you came here just to run the marathon?” Yep. While I won’t say the course was scenic or flat or easy (it’s none of those), the support by the people was nothing short of phenomenal. Once you got into the populated areas, wherever a person could stand, there were crowds. And they were all shouting “Bravo! Bravo! Bravo!” They had a children’s race the day before. Those kids were standing on the road, wearing their finisher’s medals, high fiving runners as they came by. The most awesome thing was coming into the Olympic stadium. I had recovered from the big downhill and was running pretty hard to the finish line. I happened to look up and saw the stadium open up in front of me. It was then the historical aspect of the race hit me. I decided to throttle back and enjoy the finish where it all started. While other marathons may be more prestigious or popular, but for me nothing can replace the feeling of running in the footsteps of history.

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RUN THROUGH THE HILLS OF BEAUTIFUL WAHIAWA AND THE SURROUNDING PINEAPPLE FIELDS AND DON’T FORGET TO PICK UP YOUR FREE P INEAPPLE AT THE FINISH ! Packet Pick-Up will be held at: UFC Gym- Waikele 94-849 Lumiaina St Unit 105, Waipahu, HI 96797 May 7th, 12pm-6pm

Trophies awarded to top three overall Male and Female finishers FINISHER MEDALS FOR THE FIRST 800 FINISHERS ACROSS THE LINE 1st, 2nd, 3rd place will be awarded (Male and Female) in each age group Age Groups: <13, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+.

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Ocean Swimming TEXT BY Lectie Altman

IMAGE BY Kim Burnett

Lectie Altman is a local triathlete who lives and trains on Oahu. She began swimming competitively when she was 7. She moved to Hawaii in 2009 and in 2011 her focus switched to triathlon. Since then she has completed 4 Ironman triathlons (2 of which were the World Championships in Kona

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Is there a better place to enjoy the ocean? I’m not sure there is. What an amazing place we live in. To be able to explore the ocean on any given day of the year is truly a luxury! The waves, the creatures, the salt water, the sun, the beauty, what more could you ask for? However, the ocean can be a daunting place for some, but with a little guidance and the right group of people, the ocean can be a remarkable place to explore, exercise and promote overall health and well-being. But, I’ve never swam in the ocean, I only swim in the pool. The waves are scary. Currents? Rip-tides? Jellyfish? What about all those big fish that are lurking down there in the deep blue? Yes, all of these are things you should be aware of when swimming in the open ocean; lifeguards are posted on all public beaches here and are a wealth of information if you have any questions. Therefore, these reservations should not stop you from getting in and joining in on all the fun. Swimming can be beneficial to all ages and abilities: Young, Old, Slow, Fast, Weekend-Warrior, Professional Athlete, Women, Men, Children, Pregnant women, people with injuries. Swimming is lauded as a great way to stay in shape both physically and mentally. 3 reasons to SWIM • LOW IMPACT: Swimming is a great form of low impact exercise, you can get in a great cardio session without all the pounding, tension and stress land activities can put on your body. If you’re an injured runner or athlete that cannot participate in your sport, swimming is an excellent choice for cross training. • IMPROVES STRENGTH: In order to swim you have to use muscles throughout your entire body, not just one set of targeted muscles. A swim session is a great strength session because throughout the workout you are increasing your cardiovascular fitness, toning the lower and upper body and improving core strength and flexibility all at once! • IT’S FUN! And when you are having fun, you are a happier and healthier YOU Some of the Open Water Swimming events on Oahu: March 26 Fin Swim at Ala moana Beach Park—2K swim May 7 OCC Invitational 1.2 mile swim May 21 Popoi’a Swim (Kailua) June 11 Summer Sprint (1 mile) June 25 Waimea Bay Swim (1.2 miles) July 9 Chun’s to Waimea (1.6 miles) July 23 Laniakea to Pua’ena Point (1.9 miles) August 6 North Shore Challenge (2.3 miles) September 5 Waikiki Roughwater Swim September 10 North Shore 5K Swim September 18 Guess your time—Waikiki Swim Club’s annual benefit swim November 27 Christmas Biathlon at Ala Moana Beach Park (5k run, 1K swim) 29 | HAWAIISPORTMAG.

Clinic Stories TEXT BY IMAGE BY

Brian Clarke Brian Clarke

Hawaii Sport Magazine has invited Raul Boca, K.C. Carlberg, and Brian Clarke to promote their fee-for-service endurance training clinics by having their athletes tell their stories so you can learn how they got involved with the clinics. This is the second of six articles in the series. Katie Saulez, Try Fitness. Shortly after arriving on Oahu, I decided to enter the Ironman 70.3 (half-Ironman distance) in Kona. I did some online research on training groups and found some great reviews on KC Carlberg’s all-women’s Try Fitness programs. They had one specifically for the Kona 70.3, so I decided to sign up. Triathlon wasn’t new to me (although my bike and I were a little rusty!). However, this was the first time I would be training with a group. I was looking for guidance and training tips. I got much more. KC is a phenomenal coach. She is highly professional and experienced when it comes to multisport. Although, she was coaching a group of women aiming for the same target, she was constantly mindful of each individual’s background, limitations, strengths, and personal goals. KC brings in experts in all three areas of triathlon to facilitate various sessions throughout the program. These experts were highly insightful and beneficial. With each session, I was becoming increasingly stronger and more efficient across all three disciplines. Importantly, too, l learned that consistency is key to success. Above all, I had fun! I trained with an awesome bunch of women and was guided every step of the way by a team of top-notch coaches. KC and her team made sure we were all totally prepared come race day in Kona and their support on the day was just overwhelming. I’ve recently joined KC’s cycling training group and also look forward to training for the Honu 70.3 again! Jon Hinazumi, BOCA Hawaii. I am relatively new to the sport of triathlon. In 2012 I did my first Tinman Triathlon, training on my own. At the time I thought it was going to be a one-time deal. The following year, I sought help with my training. I had heard about BOCA, but I was intimidated by their reputation of being “hard core.” In the back of my mind, I heard the words my father used to tell me: “If you’re going to do

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something, always do the best you can.” Taking a chance, I joined BOCA’s Summer Cycling Clinic. I found coaches with the knowledge, desire, and patience to bring out the best in me and other athletes of various ages, professions and skill levels—all with the same “train with passion” mentality. Now I’m into training and racing for the long haul. Boca’s year-round clinics help me to constantly learn and grow, whether the sport is swimming, biking, or running. With their coaching assistance, I’ve finished the Inaugural Kawela Endurance Triathlon, three Honolulu Marathons (improving each year), in addition to riding my bike to the top of Haleakala. Races are a great way to bring out one’s competitiveness, but I find the weekly training sessions to be the most gratifying. They can be as challenging as you choose to make them, even harder than the races. I don’t know whether I will commit to doing an Ironman in the future, but I know that I will always have Boca in my corner. Jerry Gebard, BC Endurance Trainings. When I turned 66 several years ago, I wanted to lose weight and maintain a healthier life style. I had some swim experience from my years on a YMCA swim team so I started swimming at Ala Moana Beach Park on my own. I soon became interested in a series of four summer swim races on Oahu’s North Shore. Knowing I would need more training to prepare for them, I joined Brian Clarke’s Summer Swim Training under the expert direction of Haydn Maclean. My initial concern was to develop my swim stroke. Haydn and her assistants observed me during workouts and gave me consistent, nonjudg-mental, and supportive feedback. They also videotaped my stroke, which was especially useful, as I could clearly see the connection between what I needed to improve and the swim drills they gave me during workouts. They also made the two weeknight workouts fun so I always looked forward to them. The Saturday morning workouts not only helped me prepare for the summer races, but they exposed me to the incredible beauty of the sea scape on the North Shore. During Haydn’s 2016 spring swim program I will work on getting faster, which means further developing my technique and endurance. I look forward to it as I have challenged myself to swim faster in the North Shore Swim Series and the September Waikiki Rough Water Swim. Most importantly, I want to continue keeping myself in good physical condition so I can reap the health benefits from exercising.

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To have your event listed in our calendar please email us at hawaiisportmag@gmail.com Oahu Date

Time

Event

Location

Contact

Bike

February 28

tba

Makaha Time Trial

Makaha

Cambio / Team Core

Tri

March 5

6:30 AM

Haleiwa Triathlon, 400m./12miles/3miles

Haleiwa Beach Park

www.haleiwatriathlon.com

Tri

March 6

7:00 AM

Tinman Duathlon

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.tinmanhawaii.com

Run

March 6

7:00 AM

Hawaii Pacific Health Women´s 10K.

Kapiolani Park

www.hawaiipacifichealth.org/womens10k

Bike

March 6

tba

Castle Time Trial

Maunawili Elementary School to Hanauma B www.bocahawaii.com

Bike

March 12

tba

BMX Race for Life

Sand Island State Park

www.islandbmx.org

Bike

March 13

tba

Pineapple Sprint

Pineapple Hill

Tradewind Cycling Team

Relay

March 13

9:00 AM

Honolulu Rainbow Ekiden

Waikiki

www.honoluluekiden.com

Run

March 19

7:00 AM

Aiea Loop Express 7+ miles

Aiea Loop

www.hurthawaii.com

Adventure

March 19

tba

Bellows Adventure Race

Bellows, Dewey Square

www.mccshawaii.com/races

Bike

March 20

tba

Malaekahana 40K. Time Trial

Malaekahana

Outta Bounds Hawaii

Swim

March 26

8:00 AM

Fin Swim, 2000m.

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.waikikiswimclub.org

Bike

March 26-27

tba

MTB 12 Hour

tba

MTBHawaii

Run

April 2

7:00 AM

Ford Island Bridge Run 10K.

Ford Island

www.greatlifehawaii.com

Bike

April 3

tba

Tantalus Time Trial

Tantalus

Tradewind Cycling Team

Run

April 9

tba

Surf and Turf 5K.

Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe

www.mccshawaii.com/races

Run

April 10

6:00 AM

The Hapalua Half Marathon

The Duke Kahanamoku Statue

Run

April 16

8:00 AM

Vi´s Top of Tantalus, 7 miles

Tri

April 17

6:15 AM

JAMBA JUICE Lanikai Triathlon

Kailua Beach Park

www.bocahawaii.com

Run

April 23

tba

Kaena Point 10K. Trail Run - Earth Day

Kaena Point

tba

Run

April 23

tba

Seabee 5k., 10K.

Ford Island

tba

Tri

April 24

7:00 AM

Dash & Splash Biathlon

Lanikai Boatramp

www.kailuacanoeclub.com

Bike

April 24

tba

25th. Haleiwa Metric Century Ride

Haleiwa

www.hbl.org

Run

April 30

7:00 AM

Hero Run, KROC Center 5k.

Kroc Center, Kapolei

www.kroccenterhawaii.org

Tri

April 30

tba

Keiki Koa Kai Sprint Tri, Keiki

Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe

www.mccshawaii.com/races

Tri

May 1

tba

Koa Kai Sprint Tri

Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe

www.mccshawaii.com/races

Run

May 7

7:00 AM

JAMBA JUICE Banana Man Chase

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.jambahawaii.com

Swim

May 7

tba

South Shore Classic

Waikiki

Run

May 8

7:00 AM

Bill Beauchamp Pearl Harbor Bike Path 10k.

Urban Garden Center, Pearl City

www.mprrc.com

Run

May 14

7:00 AM

Wahiawa Pineapple Run, 10K.

Wahiawa

tba

Tri

May 15

5:45 AM

Honolulu Triathlon

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.honolulutriathlon.com

Swim

May 21

8:00 AM

Popoia Swim, 1.5 mile and 1/2 mile

Kailua Beach Park

www.kailuamasters.org

Relay

May 22

5:30 AM

Honolulu Ekiden & Music Festival

Kapiolani Park

www.hnlekiden.org

Tri

May 22

5:45 AM

Northshore Triathlon Hosted by Aqua Sphere

Mokuleia Beach Park

www.northshoretriathlon.com

Run

May 29

5:30 AM

Hibiscus Half Marathon, 15K. and 5 miler

Kapiolani Park

www.tropicaltriplecrown.com

Run

June 11

7:00 AM

Mango Madness, 10+ miles

Tantalus

www.hurthawaii.com

Swim

June 11

9:00 AM

Summer Sprint, 1 mile

Sunset to Pipeline

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Run

June 19

8:00 AM

Run Star, 5K, 10K, 20K, 30K. trail run

Kualoa Ranch

www.trailrunstarhawaii.com

Swim

June 25

9:00 AM

Waimea Bay Swim, 1.2 miles

Waimea Bay

www.northshoreswimseries.com

tri

June 26

6:00 AM

Firecracker Sprint Tri

Kapolei

www.firecrackersprinttri.com

Run

June 26

6:30 AM

Mango Days 5K.

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.tropicaltriplecrown.com

Run

July 2

7:00 AM

Kaéna Point Firecracker, 10 miles

Kaena Point

www.hurthawaii.com

Swim

July 9

9:00 AM

Chuns to Waimea, 1.6 miles

Chuns Reef to Waimea

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Swim

July 23

9:00 AM

Lani´s to Puaéna Point, 1.7 miles

Laniakea to Puaena

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Run

July 24

7:00 AM

Coconut Chase, 8K.

Neal S. Blaisdell Park

www.tropicaltriplecrown.com

Run

August 6

7:00 AM

Maunawili Out & Back, 22 miles, and relay

Pali Lookout

www.hurthawaii.com

Swim

August 8

9:00 AM

North Shore Challenge, 2.3 miles

Pipeline to Waimea

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Run

August 14

6:00 AM

BOCA Hawaii - Tamanaha 15K.

Kapiolani Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Run

September 4

6:00 AM

Runner´s HI - 20K.

Kalaeloa - Former Barbers Point

www.808racehawaii.com

Run

October 2

5:30 AM

Brio Ice Cream - 25K.

Kailua Beach Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Tri

October 15

tba

2nd. H3 Triathlon

Ala Moana Beach Park

ww.racetothebaseh3t.com

Run

October 23

5:00 AM

HMSA - 30K.

Kapiolani Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Run

November 13

5:30 AM

Mizuno Val Nolasco Half Marathon

Kapiolani Park

www.808racehawaii.com

www.thehapalua.com www.hurthawaii.com

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March 17

5:30 PM

The Leprechaun Chase 3 Mile Run/Walk, Keiki

Kahului

tba

Run

March 19

6:30 AM

Valley to the Sea Marathon/Half/10K./5K.

Iao Valley to Kihei

www.valleytotheseahalfmarathon.com

Run

March 20

7:00 AM

Maui 5K.

Ma'alaea Triangle

www.maui5k.org

Bike

April 3

6:30 AM

Maui Metric Century Ride, 50K/100K

Haycraft Park

www.southmauibicycles.com

Swim

June 11

9:00 AM

Summer Sprint, 1 mile

Sunset to Pipeline

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Run

June 19

8:00 AM

Run Star, 5K, 10K, 20K, 30K. trail run

Kualoa Ranch

www.trailrunstarhawaii.com

Swim

June 25

9:00 AM

Waimea Bay Swim, 1.2 miles

Waimea Bay

www.northshoreswimseries.com

tri

June 26

6:00 AM

Firecracker Sprint Tri

Kapolei

www.firecrackersprinttri.com

Run

June 26

6:30 AM

Mango Days 5K.

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.tropicaltriplecrown.com

Kaena Point

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July 9

9:00 AM

Chuns to Waimea, 1.6 miles

Chuns Reef to Waimea

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Swim

July 23

9:00 AM

Lani´s to Puaéna Point, 1.7 miles

Laniakea to Puaena

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Run

July 24

7:00 AM

Coconut Chase, 8K.

Neal S. Blaisdell Park

www.tropicaltriplecrown.com

Run

August 6

7:00 AM

Maunawili Out & Back, 22 miles, and relay

Pali Lookout

www.hurthawaii.com

Swim

August 8

9:00 AM

Pipeline to Waimea

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Run

August 14

Kapiolani Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Run

September 4

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Kalaeloa - Former Barbers Point

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October 2

5:30 AM

Brio Ice Cream - 25K.

Kailua Beach Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Tri

October 15

tba

2nd. H3 Triathlon

Ala Moana Beach Park

ww.racetothebaseh3t.com

Run

October 23

5:00 AM

Run

November 13

5:30 AM

Mizuno Val Nolasco Half Marathon

Kapiolani Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Run

March 17

5:30 PM

The Leprechaun Chase 3 Mile Run/Walk, Keiki

Kahului

tba

Run

March 19

6:30 AM

Valley to the Sea Marathon/Half/10K./5K.

Iao Valley to Kihei

www.valleytotheseahalfmarathon.com

Run

March 20

7:00 AM

Maui 5K.

Ma'alaea Triangle

www.maui5k.org

Bike

April 3

6:30 AM

Maui Metric Century Ride, 50K/100K

Haycraft Park

www.southmauibicycles.com

Run

May 7

8:00 AM

Na Holo Wahine 5K.

Keopuolani Park, Kahului

www.virr.com

Bike

Juni 25

tba

Cycle to the Sun

Paia to the top of Haleakala

www.cycletothesun.com

To have your event us at hawaiisportmag@gmail.com HMSA - 30K. listed in our calendar please emailKapiolani Park www.808racehawaii.com

Maui Events

Big Island Events Run

February 27

7:30 AM

Waikaumalo 7 Mile Challenge and 4 Mile Run

Waikaumalo Park

www.bigislandroadrunners.org

Tri

February 28

7:00 AM

Sprint Tri

Kailua-Kona Pier

www.teammangoraces.com

Run

March 12

7:30 AM

Run for the Hops, 5/10km.

BMW of Kona

www.konabrewersfestival.com/schedule

Run

March 20

6:00 AM

Big Island International Marathon

Hilo

www.hilomarathon.org

Run

March 25

5:00 PM

Emily Wedeman 5 Mile Run

Coconut Island Parking lot

www.bigislandroadrunners.org

Tri

April 10

7:20 AM

Lavaman Waikoloa

Waikoloa Beach

www.lavamantriathlon.com

Tri

April 24

tba

Captain Cook Challenge

Kealakekua Bay

www.teammangoraces.com

Bike

April 3

tba

Hawaii Century Ride

tba

Hawaii Cycling Club

Run

May 15

7:30 AM

Scholarship 5K. Run

Reed's Bay

www.bigislandroadrunners.org

Tri

June 4

6:50 AM

IRONMAN 70.3

Hapuna Beach

www.ironmanlive.com

Run

June 21

5:00 PM

King's Trail Solstice Run

OTEC Beach Park

melissalbraswell@gmail.com

Run

June 26

5:30 AM

Kona Marathon, Half, Quarter and 5K.

Waikoloa Beach Resort

www.konamarathon.com

Tri

July 10

7:00 AM

Hilo Triathlon

Hilo

www.hilotriathlon.org

Run

August 20

7:00 AM

Volcano Rain Forest Runs, 5K., 10K., Half, Keiki Runs

Cooper Center

www.volcanorainforestruns.com

Kauai, Molokai and Lanai Events

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To have your event listed in our calendar please email us at hawaiisportmag@gmail.com Weekly Happenings Biking on Oahu Day

Time

Event

Distance / Location

Information

Mon.

9:00 AM

Start the week off Right, Monday morning ride

Kahala Community Center

988-4633, www.hbl.org

Tues.

7:00 AM

Tantalus Tuesdays

Corner of Makiki Hts./St.

732-7227

Tues.

5:00 PM

Tuesday Throwdown, 18-20mph.

The Bikeshop Kailua

261-1553

Wed.

4:30 PM

IT&B Weekly Ride

IT&B, 569 Kapahulu Ave.

www.itbhawaii.com

Wed.

5:00 PM

Wednesday Beginner Ride, 15-16mph

The Bikeshop Kailua

261-1553

Thursday

8:30 AM

Thursday Morning Breakfast Ride to Kailua

Kahala Community Center

988-4633, www.hbl.org

Sat.

7:30 AM

IT&B Sunday Ride

IT&B, 569 Kapahulu Ave.

www.itbhawaii.com

Sun.

7:00 AM

BOCA Hawaii Road Ride - Distance varies, 60+ miles

BOCA Hawaii, inquire in advance

www.bocahawaii.com

Sun.

8:00 AM

IT&B Ride for Beginners - First Sunday of the month

KCC - White Church

www.itbhawaii.com

Running on Oahu Mon.-Fri.

3:30 PM

Girls on The Run

Various locations

www.girlsontherunhawaii.org

Tues.

5:30 PM

Personal Best Training

Ala Moana Park (Diamond Head side of tennis courts)

www.personalbesttraininghi.com

Tues.

5:30 PM

Runners HI Weekly Run - Remember to bring ID

Runners HI, Aiea

488-6588, www.runnershi.net

Tues.

5:30 PM

Runners Route - Honolulu Runners

Runners Route, 1322 Kapiolani Blvd.

www.runnersroutehawaii.com

Tues.

5:15 PM

Windward Training Freaks

Kailua High School

www.longrunergy.com

Wed.

6:00 PM

Lanikai Juice Wednesday Runs

Kailua Lanikai Juice

www.lanikaijuice.com

Wed.

6:00 PM

Lanikai Juice Wednesday Runs

Waikiki Shopping Plaza

www.lanikaijuice.com

Thur.

6:00 PM

Lanikai Juice Thursday Runs

Lanikai Juice in Kakaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ako

www.lanikaijuice.com

Sat.

8:30 AM

Honolulu Front Runners

Kapiolani Park

www.honolulufrontrunners.org

Sun.

7:30 AM

Honolulu Marathon Clinic - March to December

3833 Paki Ave. - Kapiolani Park

www.honolulumarathonclinic.org

Running on Maui Tues.

5:15 PM

Lahaina Aquatic Center

mauimarie@yahoo.com

808-2819132

Wed.

5:30 PM

Kihei Community Center

samuelwilbur@yahoo.com

info@mauirunning.com

Tue./Thur.

5:30 AM

Kam I (Walking)

808-280-5226

www.virr.com

Running on Big Island Tue./Thur.

5:30 PM

Big Island Running Co. Run

75-5807 Ali'i Drive, #C-8, Kailua-Kona

www.bigislandrunningcompany.com

Sat.

7:00 AM

Big Island Running Co. Run

75-5807 Ali'i Drive, #C-8, Kailua-Kona

www.bigislandrunningcompany.com

Training Groups tri

Tryfitness Women's Training

Women's Training - Bootcamp, Run, Bike, Swim

www.tryfitnesshawaii.com

tri

BOCA Hawaii Training Clinics

Swimming, Biking, Running, Triathlons

www.bocahawaii.com

tri

Brian Clarke School of Running

Running, Trail Running, Triathlons

www.bcendurancetrainings.com

run

Personal Best Training by Jonathan Lyau

Running

www.personalbesttraininghi.com

run

Yoga for the Long Run

Running and Yoga

www.longrunergy.com

run

Hawaii Running Lab

Running

www.hawaiirunninglab.com

swim

Swim Hawaii

Swim Technique with Jan Prins

www.swimhawaii.com

tri

Team Move

Overall Fitness

www.movehi.com

tri

Bootcamp Hawaii

Overall Fitness

www.bootcamp-hawaii.com

tri

SOHI Fitness

Bootcamp, Overall Fitness

www.sohifitness.com

tri

Camp Bennett

Multisport

www.campbennett.com

swim

University of Hawaii Masters

Masters Swim Club

www.uhmastersswimming.com

swim

Kailua Masters Swimming

Masters Swim Club

www.kailuamasters.org

swim

Peter Hursty's Roughwater Swim Clinic

Open water Swim training

pshursty@hotmail.com

swim

The Oahu Club Masters Swimming Group

Swimming and Overall Fitness

www.theoahuclub.com

tri

Marion Summerer Coaching

Triathlon Training

www.marionsummerer.com

tri

Pacific Fitness Design

Triathlon / Running

www.pacificfitnessdesign.com

tri

Triple Fit Training

Triathlon

www.triplefithawaii.com

tri

Team Jet

Triathlon / Running

www.teamjethawaii.com

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Sunday May 22, 2016 · Mokuleia Beach Park 5:45 am start · 800 Meter Swim · 25 Mile Bike · 6 Mile Run DIVISION / AWARDS

COURSE

SWIM: A safe, fast 800 meter swim inside of the reef at Mokuleia

INDIVIDUAL: Awards for top 3 male, female in 5 year age groups

Beach Park

Elite: Awards for top 3 male & female

BIKE: 25 Mile bike going up "Snake Road" (closed to vehicles for 2

Teams: Awards for Men, Women & mixed teams, top 3 in each

hours!) & back to Mokuleia Beach Park. NO aero bars on downhill

division. Sorry, no fixies, single speeds or beach cruisers.

portion. This is a DQ. Helmet required.

INFORMATION, RULES & MAPS: www.northshoretriathlon.com

RUN: 6 mile out & back run going west toward Kaena Point

•Facebook: North Shore & Haleiwa Triathlon

ENTRY FEE/DEADLINE: $125 Individual / $140 Relay includes T-Shirt

•Information: 808-372-8885 northshoretriathlon@gmail.com

(no guarantee of finisher t-shirt for late entries). Entry Fee is non-

CHECK IN & RACE DAY SIGN UP: 4:30am - 5:30 am * $5 donation

refundable. Entries must be received by May 9, 2016

to Waialua Football for race day packet pickup & $10 late fee for

LATE FEE: $140 Individual / $155 Relay

race day registration (if available)

Day of Race entries if available: $150 / $165 Relay

PACKET PICK UP & LATE REGISTRATION (if available)

Enter on line at: Active.com

• Thursday May 19, 2016 at RUNNERS HI 3pm - 6pm

MAIL TO: North Shore Triathlon c/o Linda Moran 94-463 Alapine St,

• Friday May 20, 2016 at BOCA HAWAII 3pm - 6pm

Waipahu, Hi 96797

• Saturday May 21, 2016 at Race Venue in Mokuleia Beach Park

Checks payable to: North Shore Triathlon

3pm - 5pm

No refunds. No transfer of entries with out approval. We reserve the

• Race Morning: 4:30am - 5:30am ($5 donation to Waialua Football

right to refuse entry to anyone for any reason.

Team for race morning pick up)

Limited to 300 Participants

Entry fee goes up on May 10, 2016

Release Statement: I AGREE to comply with the rules, regulations, and event instructions of the North Shore Triathlon hosted by Aqua Sphere. I know that competing in a triathlon may be hazardous; I am aware of and assume all risks with participating in this event. I understand that competing in the North Shore Triathlon could result in my injury or death. I understand that I must abide by the rules of the North Shore Triathlon, obey water safety personnel, race officials and ocean safety officials of the State of Hawaii, City & County of Honolulu and the United States of America. In consideration of this application being accepted, I, the undersigned, intending to be legally bound, hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I may have against race officials, volunteers, sponsors, Aqua Sphere, Waikiki Swim Club, North Shore Triathlon, Steve’s Gardening, Runners Hi, Boca Hawaii, Keawe Adventures, Hoven Eyewear the City & County of Honolulu, State of Hawaii & the United States of America resulting from my involvement in this event. I will additionally permit the free use of my name, photograph and interviews in association with this event. I agree to the use of my name, image or reproduction of for broadcast, telecast, web, Internet, websites, advertisements, films, videotapes of any reproduction thereof. I understand there is no refunds and that the North Shore Triathlon race officials reserve the right to refuse service to anyone, for any reason.

Or enter on-line at Active.com by searching "North Shore Triathlon"!

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Light up the Night TEXT BY IMAGE BY

Malia K. Harunaga HBL

What’s the biggest factor in deterring nighttime collisions? LIGHTS! Lights make people riding bikes more visible and give them a defined presence on the road. When you are riding a bike, lights are crucial in improving your chances of not being hit while biking, at night or in bad weather. While many of us know that lights are a critical collision-reducer and use them regularly when riding at night, there are many “invisible cyclists” that don’t. The Hawaii Bicycling League (HBL), a local nonprofit organization that works to enable more people to ride bicycles for health, recreation, and transportation through advocacy, education, and events, is looking to make these unseen cyclists more seen. HBL conducted four Light Up the Night safety campaigns in December that gave away just under one hundred free sets of front and rear lights to those in need of them. These evening “pop-up” events consisted of volunteers and HBL staff who installed lights on invisible cyclist’s bikes, and were positioned on corridors that had a high volume of people riding in the dark. The light receivers were educated on the law and safety statistics regarding light use, and asked to sign a pledge noting they are aware of the law and will use and take care of the lights given to them. 36 | HAWAIISPORTMAG.

For those enlightened ones who are never caught riding at night without a light, thank you for being smart and for being responsible riders. For those who are still “riding invisible,” please buy a light for your bike. There are many different options that can be found at local bike shops, sporting goods stores, or even large retail stores. Some other tips to keep you safe and seen: - Wear bright clothing when riding at night - Add reflectors to your bicycle and clothing - Be alert at all times! Take the whole lane when it is appropriate to increase your visibility (§291C-145: you are entitled to the road too!) Mahalo and ride with aloha!

May 29, 2016, 5:30am Kapiolani Park Honolulu

June 26, 2016, 6:30am Ala Moana Beach Park Honolulu

July 24, 2016, 7:00am Neal S. Blaisdell Park Pearl City

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__$130 All 3 Races!!

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More fun details available at www.tropicaltriplecrown.com Register online at active.com or send entry to: Tropical Triple Crown, PO Box 101, Kailua HI 96734

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Don’t Let Shin Splints Keep You Out of the Game TEXT BY IMAGE BY

Ryan Moore, PT, DPT, CKTP, TPI-CGFI.

Ryan Moore, PT, DPT, CKTP, TPI-CGFI, is a licensed physical therapist at The Queen’s Center for Sports Medicine, which provides comprehensive care for the treatment and prevention of injuries in athletes and active people of all ages. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 691-4449. You can email Ryan at rymoore@queens.org.

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Whether you’re an athlete or a weekend warrior, you don’t want your activities to be restricted by pain. And if you’ve suffered pain along your shinbone, it could be a result of shin splints. So what can be done to deal with the pain and inflammation? How can you prevent this injury from the start? Learn more with Ryan Moore, licensed physical therapist from The Queen’s Center for Sports Medicine. What are “shin splints”? Ryan Moore, PT, DPT: “Shin splints” refers to a pain that is along your shinbone (tibia) in the front part of your lower leg. Shin splints are common among track and field athletes, and those who engage in activities that involve running and jumping, such as baseball, softball, tennis and volleyball. Shin splints are known medically as medial tibial stress syndrome or tibial pain syndrome, and often occur in athletes who have recently changed or intensified their training and workout routines. How do “shin splints” happen? Moore: Shin splints can happen over time when constant pounding and stress is applied to the bones, muscles and joints of the lower leg. This can cause painful irritation and inflammation. Some training factors that can cause shin splints include: a sudden increase in intensity, duration or frequency of activity; running downhill; wearing old worn-out shoes; or exercising on hard surfaces. Mechanical factors may include: having flat feet, having rigid or high arches or over-pronating (ankle and foot rolling inward on impact), which may cause pressure to be unevenly distributed in the lower leg. If you are a runner that heel-strikes often, landing in the plantar-flexed position (toes pointed up) may also put extra stress on the muscles and tissue on the front of your shin. Question 3: What can be done to help address this? Moore: Although shin splints can be very painful, most cases can be treated initially with rest, ice, compression and wearing shoes or inserts that can provide more protection for your foot, ankle and lower leg. Your physician, physical therapist or athletic trainer may prescribe certain exercises to help stretch and strengthen your lower leg, as well as other self-treatment techniques or orthotics to better manage your symptoms. They may also recommend a video gait analysis to see if one of the causes of your shin splints is related to your running technique. One treatment option that is frequently helpful for chronic shin splints is instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization techniques, such as Graston (see picture). This allows practitioners an enhanced ability to better detect adhesions and scar tissue that may be restricting an area. The tools are made out of medical grade stainless steel and come in a variety of sizes and shapes. The tools are used to gently comb over and “catch” on fibrotic tissue, which provides feedback and identifies an area of restriction. The tools can then be used to break up the scar tissue so it can be absorbed by the body, allowing for improved movement and function. To help prevent shin splints, avoid sudden or dramatic changes in your exercise intensity, duration or frequency. You can also incorporate softer surfaces, do cross-training and get sufficient rest and recovery periods to keep you in the game!

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HLH: GED TEXT BY IMAGE BY

Brad Yates Rick Keene

GED is a program for learning how to be Grateful, Excited and Devoted in the face of a challenge. Note: The HiLevel GED is a magical combination of power and grace, flow and serenity. Just follow the process that allows you to embrace the moment and all of the blessings it has to offer. The Pause: The time it takes for you to adjust your attitude, intensity and/or focus in order to give your best effort. The following coaching points will help as you respond to the need to settle down, be present, mentally rehearse (think in a feeling sense), hit refresh, reset your focus, and perform in a crisp manner under pressure. CP #1 Breathe Through Your Mind Performance breathing provides the oxygen needed for clear thinking and to create a calm that allows for reasoned evaluation of your options. Consider the phrase “breathe mentally” and visualize the act of breathing through your mind to create a state that allows you to be grateful for this opportunity. Note: It is important to coordinate your breathing with visual narrowing. To shift your focus from a broad gaze (where you have big-picture observation, acceptance of the situation and feeling at ease) to a narrow focus (a state of intense concentration where you are locked in on the target/task in front of you). To shift your focus you must be able to move back and forth between being intense and relaxed. This practice will allow you to keep it fresh! CP #2 Cultivate Gratitude Ask yourself, “what about this challenge makes me grateful?” The answer will help you identify the why of what you want to accomplish. The why will give you the power to push forward, and the clarity and courage to get the job done.

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CP#3 Cultivate Excitement: You must accept the physical demands of the challenge and nurture the conviction to settle down, be present and access the calm needed to perform at you best under pressure. To maintain the right amount of energy, your performance must be crisp and purposeful. CP#4 Execute: Right before the action begins, take a slight inhale, hold the breath, and as the actions begins exhale as you perform with complete focus, perfect form and the exact degree of intensity needed. You are feeling it. You are crisp! Note: In the case of an endurance athlete, you must be creative in your ability to pause and make adjustments to your form, intensity, attitude or focus during the action. Todd Iacavelli speaks to this issue: “In every distance race, I encounter a moment in which my intensity must increase as I begin to feel the natural fatigue of a hard race. It may not be visible to most people watching, but a quick shake of my arms or a forceful exhale helps me to focus my effort in the later stages of a race.” This conscious decision to push hard and deliver calmly and effectively during intense moments is a critical step in racing at the HiLevel. CP#5 Cultivate Devotion: You must be able to work hard, find joy and/or value from your efforts and finish the job. The Flow: The reward for establishing a process for being Grateful, Excited and Devoted is that you get to experience moments of The Flow. During moments of The Flow the work becomes the reward. The Pause in Review: The pause process needs to be overlearned and become an automatic response to the need/ desire to perform at your best when challenged. Coach The Pause: To coach The Pause requires that you live or have lived the process. Learn it, feel it and then teach it “whole to parts.” Scott Rigg, master teacher/coach describes teaching the pause. “Demo the skill in its entirety, from start to finish. Identify each part with key words (up to 3 or 4). The learner performs the skill in repetition with feedback given on one specific part only using key words. Demo the skill again and identify the next part. Repeat process.” That’s HiLevel! www.bradyates.com

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Try it Once! Yoga is better with two...or many.

voice instructed everyone to sit down and meditate for a while. I am not one that usually puts much stake in meditation, but among all of these people it really did bring forth a sense of peace, of finding one’s center.

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Finally, we ended class in corpse pose, the customary position to make sure we were well relaxed and free of the worries that we had brought with us to class.

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The Try Team Jennifer Lieu

Event: Vino & Vinyasa Ever since we had met, my wife had always wanted to me to go to a yoga class with her. I had always resisted it as something I didn’t have time to do or flat out didn’t want to do. I realized though that if I didn’t at least try for myself and have this moment with my wife I could regret something I didn’t even know I wanted to do. We attended the monthly Vino and Vinyasa class hosted by the Moana Lani Spa. Each month, there is a different teacher who leads the hour long class. In addition to class, there are local vendors, $5 includes one glass of wine and complimentary self-parking validation at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel. Tip: Go early as it gets crowded This month, Laura Mary led practice while her fiancé demonstrated the poses on stage. I felt more relieved there was someone showing me what to do opposed to the instructor spouting off poses expecting me to know what utkatasana is (FYI chair pose!). During this class, we had invited a couple of friends as well. Probably this was because my wife wanted to make sure that I would be comfortable with it. Little did I know though that there would be over 200 people taking the same class, outside on a lawn with many tourists able to gawk and most importantly judge. As we found our areas and put our mats down the young woman leading our class started to speak. Her soothing 42 | HAWAIISPORTMAG.

To be honest I never thought that a yoga class could be so relaxing, or even hurt so much the next day. I could see why my wife had always wanted me to go with her. Coming away with a sense of wholeness, of realizing that we are a part of much bigger ecosystem. That even with the 200+ class one can find that point in which their problems, at least some, can actually melt away. At the end of class I could see on my wife’s face, that she was relaxed, her stress from work had, even momentarily, been swept away. For that alone I would be more grateful than anyone could know. Yoga might not be for everyone, but yoga should be at least tried once In someone’s life. If not for the spiritual side, then at least for the physical benefits. The most important thing though, is to Yoga with a partner. Yoga with your wife. Yoga with girl/boyfriend. Yoga with friends. I know this from my experience, doing yoga with my wife gave me better understanding of what we can do together, it gave me another avenue in which we can enjoy each other’s company. We definitely recommend to try yoga. Try it once. It doesn’t hurt. For more information about yoga instructor Laura Mary visit www.lauramaryflynn.com. For more information about Vino and Vinyasa events contact the Moana Lani Spa at 808.923.2890 or by email. Follow the Moana Lani Spa’s Facebook for more updates.

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Staying Hungry

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Hugh Gentry (swim) & Rick Keene (run)

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taying Hungry, this was my moto throughout my 10 years of Racing Triathlons at the Professional level all over the world. Growing up in Hawaii I loved adventure and I loved living on the edge, weather it was pushing my limits in surfing or hiking the most dangerous peaks, I also enjoyed wild nights out on the town. We had a saying called “all in,” and that’s what we did whatever adventure or activity or night out we were all in, enjoying every minute. The other saying that we had is let’s worry about tomorrow, tomorrow. In other words let’s just live for today! This lifestyle approach is one of the reasons I found triathlon and decided to really pursue my physical and mental limit. I loved the fact that you do this extreme event and whoever is strongest physically and mentally wins, no judges, no points, just start at A and finish at B.

hen I first decided to really give triathlon a go as a professional I did not get a resounding positive response from everyone, there were some judgements as weather I had the ability to make it. But this negative energy gave me that hunger, that hunger to prove them wrong, that hunger to win. And that’s what I did. I was on a mission, a mission to prove to them and to prove to myself that I could race at the highest level. I had a great support system with Raul Boca and Boca Hawaii in teaching me all the ins and outs of cycling which was the one sport I was new at. I quickly fell in love with cycling, the speed, the ability to see so many things on one ride, the adventure of it all. What I loved about training with Raul and the Boca gang is how fun training was, it wasn’t this hard depressing thing that I had to do, we had

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a great time with it. I see so many people depressed about all the training they “have” to do to get ready for an event. I just went out there trained hard as hell, then had a good time! I’ll admit there where workouts where I was shattered and didn’t want to do, but I new that I would be stronger by doing, but even at those moments I enjoyed the process.

y first Long course racing year was 2006, I had success in the Hawaii circuit but I wanted to prove myself on a bigger level I was extremely hungry to say the least. I planned a very aggressive 2nd half of the year racing multiple world Champs, Pan American Champs, and a few local events in there as well. It all started with the ITU Long Distance Pan American Champs in Washington which was the longest race I have ever done to that point in my racing carrier, it was a 4k swim, with a 120 kilometer bike, and a 30k run. I was “all in” to say the least. At the pro meeting there was a discussion on the course about certain parts of the run, the defending world champ was racing and he told the athletes to follow his asics footprints on the trail with a laugh. I was young, hungry and confident, I told him that I was wearing Rebooks and that if he had trouble he could follow my footprints. He didn’t laugh and just starred at me. On race day I went for it, setting a swim course record, then taking out the fastest bike, and hung on for a Pan American Champ win. I came home excited to race Ko’Olina which had a strong prize purse 2 weeks later, I took that win as well. Then I planned to finish the year off with the Half Ironman World Champs in Clearwater Florida followed by the ITU Long Distance World Champs in Australia a week later. I laugh thinking about how hard those 2 events are and how I was so determined and hungry that it didn’t matter, I was “all in.” Both events had stellar fields with the best athletes in the world. I started strong in Florida and even 46 | HAWAIISPORTMAG.

with a bike spill I finished 10th. That was a great result and my first top 10 in a world champs. I then had to fly stand-by to get to Australia from Florida which was a crazy adventure by itself, but what makes it crazy is that I was competing in another wicked hard event 6 days later. I had to sleep in not only 1 airport but 2. I had newspapers covering me as blankets in a burger king booth. But 4 days later I made it and was ready for another crack at the best triathletes in the world.

he distance was the 4k swim, 120k bike, and 30k run. Craig Alexander had won the Florida race the week earlier and was the only other Pro that was doing both World Champs events. We talked for a bit the day before the race, he asked how my travel was from Florida to Australia I told him my horror story of standby, he told me his private jet story that a friend let him use when he found out he was doing both events. I just had to laugh, Private jet vs Stand by. But race day came and I was ready, I had a great swim with the lead group and a strong ride, my run suffered as the week earlier took its toll. I still finished top American in 14th place. I was proud of my first year racing with the best. I was Hungry as hell, young and motivated, and loving every minute of it.

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FUELING MY GOALS by Melissa Pampulov

With the holidays behind us and the ring of the New Year complete, it’s time to look forward to another successful year ahead. Whatever your goals are, eating well is almost always on our ‘To Do’ lists. As a very active recreational athlete and mommy of three young children, I am constantly on the move. Overall, I eat a wholesome, well-balanced diet but after the holidays, a juice cleanse is my way of getting myself back on track. I’ve done several juices cleanses and noticed that my energy level often fell short that I had to modify my workout level. What attracted me to Shaka Pressed Juice’s program is that it included food and I wanted to see if it could sustain my active lifestyle. “The purpose of our cleanse is to detox from process foods, dairy products, caffeine and alcohol,” said Kirsten, a team member at Shaka Pressed Juice. “We want to make a cleanse program that suits you and your lifestyle. If you are very active and need something more in addition to our juice and salad, we just ask that you eat something raw, like nuts or fruit.” I started my cleanse on a Sunday -- which is usually my most intense day, with an uphill trail or distance run. The juices were refreshing, but by the end of day, I was very happy to eat the salad. In addition to the juices, I ate a small piece of fruit or a handful of raw nuts for a little bit of energy before my spin class on Monday and hot yoga sessions on Tuesday and Wednesday. On my last day, I struggled a bit through my speed work run and I added half an avocado to my salad. Overall, I found the juices and salads very fresh, tasty and fulfilling. The allowance for supplemental fruit and nuts did help me through my workouts. Although the purpose of the cleanse was not to lose weight, I did feel lighter. The morning after my five-day cleanse, I wasn’t ravenous for food and actually felt I could go with less. Most of all, I found my palate craving more nutrient-dense and plant-based food. This was the perfect way for me to transition away from the indulgences of the holidays and back to eating well and fueling my goals for 2016.

Is addicted to endorphins and good food. She loves running hills

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As athletes themselves, owners Juri and Keegan Edwards, know how important nutrition is to sustaining a healthy lifestyle. Keegan is a renown professional surfer and Juri is an avid yoga instructor, personal trainer, triathlete and surfer.

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Hawaii Sport Reviews

Where to find the product/price: BOCA Hawaii or www.michaelphelps.com $34.99 for the FOCUS swim training snorkel and $24.99 for the K180 swim goggles Focus Swim Training Snorkel From its website, “the FOCUS swim training snorkel features a unique, low-profile design that has been engineered for maximum comfort and durability, allowing the swimmer to focus solely on technique and proper body position by eliminating breathing motion.”

As described, it’s a training tool that helps you focus on your technique and body position without the breathing Aqua Sphere/Michael Phelps motion and from my test session at my local YMCA, it did FOCUS swim training snorkel just that. The fit of the snorkel and rubber mouth piece was quite comfortable, but having an extra apparatus right in and 180 swim goggles front of my face felt cumbersome and unnatural. Once I got used to having them on though, I did feel that it helped me focus on reaching out more and timing my stroke with my flutter kick. For whatever reason, I felt like I took TEXT BY Odeelo Dayondon and more breaths through the snorkel than I normally would with the breathing Hawaii Sport Mag. motion which made it feel easier to swim because of the extra oxygen I was getting. As far as improving my body position, having my head in a fixed position the entire time did help my hips stay level versus sinking during the breathing motion. K180 swim goggles From its website, “small goggle– big vision. The asymmetrical, anatomic lens design of the K180 offers a natural watertight fit with integrated curved lenses for a wide field of vision in a low profile goggle. The soft gaskets and adjustable nose bridge ensure ultimate comfort.” With the K180 swim goggles Aquasphere is going into the minimalist product where there is still a great vision. Make sure you get the goggles fitted well, they come with different nosebridges, so that they sit comfortable on your face. For our reviewer the glasses were unfortunately not the right fit “I really wished they did fit because when they weren’t leaking, the field of view was quite clear and I had no issues with them fogging up.” As many other reviews also notice, then there is no problems with fog, and a very wide vision for such a minimalist pair of goggles. Adidas miCoach Fit Smart

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Adidas miCoach Fit Smart This is the first time we are testing out one of these fit armbands, and it has been a pleasant experience so far. We have not yet used all the features in the watch, and being more the traditional runner we know that there are many more features that can be used. The band sits very comfortably and you forget you are wearing it. It is without a GPS, so take the measurement of your runs with a grain of salt. It is like having a trainingpartner that tells you how you are doing. Combining it with the app and transferring your data to the phone you get a nice overview of your training.

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1996 Fun and Fitness workout at Kapiolani Park

1997 Fun and Fitness crew hiking in Diamond Head Crater

1998 Fun and Fitness add biking to their activities

1999 1st annual Na Wahine Sprint

2000 Heather Joris wins 2nd

2001 Team Try Fitnessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first

Triathlon at Ko Olina

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2002 Team Try Fitness wins at the Na Wahine Sprint Triathlon

2003 Team Try Fitness at North Shore Triathlon with Miss Hawaii

2004 Try Fitness Na Wahine Triathlon Training Team

2005 Team Try Fitness at the start of the Honolulu Marathon

2006 Try Fitness Cycling Team having fun on the ropes course

2007 Team Try Fitness training for Honu

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2008 Ironman 70.3 Kona 2009 Yvette Flynn North - Coach Siobhan Budge, Shore Triathlon Melissa and Jessica Garlock

2010 Try Fitness Ironman athlete, Lori McCarney wins second at Ironman Cozumel

2011 Team Try Fitness at the Diva Half Marathon

2012 Team Try Fitness support their athletes at Ironman Kona

2014 Team Try Fitness at the swim start of the Ironman 70.3 Kona

2015 Team Try Fitness wins big at the H3 Triathlon

2013 Try Fitness 2nd annual Women’s 5K and Keiki Run

TRYFITNESS Celebrating 20 Years of Fitness

I started Try Fitness in 1996 to share my passion for health and fitness with other women. By making training fun, I help women see, feel, and understand the benefits of a healthy life. Group training is the corner stone of Try Fitness. Try Fitness started as a 12-week Fun and Fitness Program for women designed to encourage, support and educate. We paired women with activities that they enjoyed, helped them establish routines they could stick with, and helped them commit to healthy lifestyle changes. Now over 20 years later women can choose from the ten programs that we offer. Some of these programs help prepare women for marathons, Ironman and half Ironman distance races, Olympic distance triathlons and for the Na Wahine Sprint Triathlon. 17 years ago I realized that women in Hawaii needed a race of their own. I dreamt of a triathlon where women could feel comfortable and confident and in which women would be the first to cross the finish line. In this spirit, I founded the Na Wahine Sprint Triathlon (Na Wahine Festival), a popular race for beginners and seasoned triathletes alike. Our team motto is “PERSISTENT CONSISTENCY.” Through persistence and the support of our team, friends and family we are able to fulfill our dreams. We have had the privilege and honor to coach amazing women throughout the years. I thank all who have participated in our training groups and supported our team and events. It has been an amazing journey so far. I invite you to join us this year as we continue to celebrate women’s health and fitness.

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Breathing Mechanics for Runners TEXT BY

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Motoki Nakamura, PT, DPT at JACO Rehab

Catherine Cullison

Do you frequently get neck and shoulder discomfort or low back pain midway during your runs? While there are many factors leading to shoulder and low back injuries, changing your breathing mechanics may be the solution to your pain. Anatomy and Biomechanics The primary muscle used for breathing is your diaphragm. The diaphragm is a dome shaped sheet of muscle that attaches from ribs, sternum, and inserts to lower spine. It also acts as one of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;core stabilizersâ&#x20AC;? of your body, along with transversus abdominis, pelvic floor, and multifidi musculatures. During inspiration, the diaphragm contracts and flattens inferiorly towards the pelvis, creating more space for the lung to receive oxygen. With expiration, the diaphragm relaxes and resets back into the dome shape. When this is accomplished, a type of breathing termed diaphragmatic or stomach breathing is performed. With fatigue during long runs and feeling out of breath, instead of the diaphragm being the primary muscle for inspiration, some athletes will start recruiting shoulder and upper back musculatures as primary muscles for inspirations, termed chest breathing. This can be spotted easily with runners shrugging their shoulders while running or repetitive paddling. Due to over recruitment of these secondary breathing muscles (i.e. upper trapezius, levator scapulae, scalenes), chest breathers often present with neck/shoulder discomfort. Fatigue of the diaphragm can also lead to low back pain as it is one of the primary core muscles. Remember that the diaphragm attaches to the spine, and keeps your trunk stable during your run. While chest breathing may be the only solution to keep yourself from running more distances, if the diaphragm cannot meet the demands of your run, it can lead to discomfort in your neck, shoulder, and low back musculatures. The solution: To practice diaphragmatic or stomach breathing, simply place one hand on your stomach, the other on your chest. As you go through inspiration, focus on filling air from your stomach and less from your chest. Notice and appreciate how the chest and stomach expands. You should feel the stomach move more than your chest.

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While implementing stomach breathing with your run, also consider breathing pattern. Runners often run with 2:2 pattern-- inhale for 2 foot strikes to exhale for two foot strikes. This results with exhalation on the same side every time, and lead to one-sided low back pain. Running on Air by Budd Coates suggests 3:2 or 2:1 breathing pattern may be better. He reports spending longer time on inhalation than exhalation will keep the diaphragm in a contracted position longer, which keeps the trunk more stable. In addition, 3:2 or 2:1 pattern will shift the point of exhalation alternately from left to right or from right to left, from one side of the body to the other. This will evenly distribute the impact and stress that the body takes while the diaphragm is relaxed.

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Half Marathon • 10K • 5K

Celebrating Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Centennial 2016

Completion event for the 2016 Big Island Half Marathon Triple Crown Series

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2016

SPRING

NEUTRAL—3 MOTION STABILIZING—4 PERFORMANCE—5

SHOE REVIEW

Finding the best shoe for you has traditionally begun by assessing the characteristics of your feet and gait, and then matching them with the features and properties of a particular shoe. If you had a neutral gait, then your need for specialized shoes was reduced. However, if you rolled to the inside of your foot, called overpronation, the thinking was that you required a more heavily supported shoe. This approach was based on the science and construction-based solutions of 30 years ago. The notion of overpronation, and the thinking behind it, continued until recently. The (oversimplified) idea was that overpronation was bad and required a design solution to “correct” it. Runners who overpronated risked injury if they didn’t run in shoes that employed a structure to correct the excessive motion. The recent minimalist movement (think: unstructured shoes, thinner/minimal midsoles, zero-drop shoes, etc.) set in motion an exploration and rethinking of these longheld tenets. Yes, the use of geometry and lighter materials have improved running shoes and their performance. But more importantly, this has resulted in a paradigm shift toward the understanding that running shoes by themselves don’t prevent overuse injuries because they can’t control overpronation. This doesn’t mean the accepted stabilizing technologies are unnecessary. They actually help resist the premature breakdown of the shoe’s structure and performance, playing a key role in the comfort of both your runs and your wallet. They just can’t stop the motion that your feet are inclined to take. The motion of general foot types is best served, first by certain footwear properties, components, and designs, and, second by an individual runner’s preferences for fit and feel. Of the two, fit and feel trump properties, components, and designs. All feet pronate and some, depending on their movement patterns, pronate more than others. That’s why what we suggest is a starting point within the categories of running footwear styles, but it’s only a starting point. Runners are very fond of their go-to shoes, and a large percentage of runners have been guided toward a particular shoe at the suggestion of a running specialty store. That suggestion starts the learning process for what works for the runners. With all the services your local running specialty store provides, it’s a great place to start your search. — Cregg Weinmann, Running Shoe Reviewer for the Running Network, LLC

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FORTIUS Media Group, LLC Partners

2016 Spring Shoe Review Since I ran in my first sneakers 44 years ago, the technology has changed. More brands mean better products and safer, more enjoyable running and racing. My first real running shoes, Onitsuka Tiger Cortez, were followed by adidas Interval track spikes. My brightly colored Nike waffle racers in 1975 were a revelation. Then I broke 5:00 for the mile in Brooks’ Villanova spikes. My first hour-run champs and 10,000m on the track were contested in Nike Pre Montreals. My 1976 Christmas Relays’ leg of 10.6 miles was run in New Balance racing flats. In 1978 I learned about Mizuno and ran in them for a while. In the last couple of years as I built back up to two hours of near-daily walking, I’ve been in HOKA ONE ONE Stinsons, adidas Boost, and Brooks Beast. My first try in Skechers Go Walks were amazing—lighter than ever, yet great for my back! I’m sure that you’ve got your own “scrapbooks” of shoe memories. We hope you’ll read our reviews, then visit your local running store and find the best shoes for your needs.

Larry Eder Publishing Director FORTIUS Media Group, LLC P.S. I’m off to the Olympic Marathon Trials next week! Read about it on the Running Network websites in the sidebar to the right.

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Project Coordinator/Editor: Christine Johnson Reviewer: Cregg Weinmann Designer: Kristen Cerer Proofreader: Marg Sumner, Red Ink Editorial Services, LLC Shoe Photography: Daniel Saldaña, Cregg Weinmann Advertising Sales: FORTIUS Media Group, LLC Publishing Director: Larry Eder, 608.239.3785, fortiusmedia@gmail.com Ad Manager: Adam Johnson-Eder, 608.556.9164, adamlawrenceeder@gmail.com Legal Counsel: Perry F. Goldust This 2016 Spring Shoe Review is produced independently by FORTIUS Media Group, LLC for its partner publications and websites. All shoes reviewed were tested by experienced, competitive runners who were matched to the biomechanical purpose of each shoe model.

adidas Ultra Boost ST

Nike Lunar Tempo 2

New Balance Fresh Foam 1080

Motion Stabilizing

Performance

Neutral

Spring 2016

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FORTIUS Media Group, LLC and its partner publications and websites suggest that, as with all fitness activities, you meet with a healthcare professional before beginning or changing your fitness regimen.

N EUTRAL 361º Shield

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HOKA ONE ONE Vanquish 2

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MBT GT16

The running line from 361˚ continues to broaden, adding more shoes in key categories. The Shield debuts in the Neutral category and is geared toward providing performance without breaking the bank. The upper is open mesh in the rearfoot with engineered mesh in the forefoot. Overlays at the toe and saddle shape and support the upper, and articulation at the lacing allows the shoe to conform to the midfoot and securely wrap the instep. The midsole features a new configuration of EVA and 361˚’s Qu!kfoam. The EVA makes up most of the midsole with a framework for the Qu!kfoam in the full heel and the forefoot’s center for added cushioning under the highest-pressure areas. The result is effective shock attenuation that’s durable enough to stand up to serious training. The outersole is a thin layer of rubber, well textured for grip, and segmented into nearly a dozen islands to flex as required as the foot twists and bends through the gait. The quality of the cushioning, fit, and durability at this price makes the Shield an excellent value.

“Good fit and cushioning. Impressed with the cushioning and performance. You can put them on and forget about them.”

HOKA ONE ONE’s acknowledged strength has been its maximum cushioning. The Vanquish 2 carries high the banner established by the Mafate and other models that launched the brand. The upper is closed mesh with 3D-printed overlays and splashy graphics. The fit is closer than some of its other models, but it’s pretty true to size. The midsole is two layers: a cradle of High Cushion EVA nestled into a High Rebound EVA cage. The 30-millimeter stack height (platform) offers protection, while the 5-millimeter geometry (the height difference between heel and toe) encourages efficiency. The outersole features thin carbon rubber at the perimeter of heel and forefoot and in a strip down the center of the forefoot. The remainder is toughened EVA. The cushioning is obvious, making the shoe great for recovery runs, but the Vanquish 2 is light for its size so it also rolls well at faster paces.

“Fits well, but not super roomy. The cushy ride was what impressed. Really cushioned, but not mushy. Always surprised by how light they are.”

MBT is shorthand for Masai Barefoot Technology, a brand known for its foot-strengthening designs. The GT16 is the first of three new shoes by MBT developed specifically for running. The upper is a breathable mesh with no-sew, fused overlays supporting the foot with an assist from a traditional toecap and TPU heel counter. The midsole is a maximally cushioned design. But more than that, it’s adapted the MBT concept to a midsole design that features three zones: a cushy heel, a firm pivot beneath the arch, and a rockered forefoot. The outersole is thin, tough rubber that’s got good traction and durability. Where the original walking shoes and sandals were very soft in the heel and firm underfoot, the GT16’s heel is well cushioned but firmer and rocks smoothly to the toe on each stride. The result is a pretty versatile recovery shoe that can handle some serious mileage.

“Good fit with a pretty plush interior. The heel is nicely cushioned, but the best thing about the ride was how the foot rolls with the shoe.”

Exhibiting some New England pragmatism, New Balance has done the inevitable, combining its best foam with its best Neutral shoe, resulting in the new Fresh Foam 1080. The upper is a closed mesh with a traditional saddle, featuring decoupled eyelets to wrap the foot effectively and securely. A smooth lining and plush ankle collar foam provide a deluxe feel against the foot. The midsole features Fresh Foam, with its lively feel and good protection. The shoe’s interior benefits from EVA Strobel board construction and a cushy polyurethane sockliner. The outersole is a full-length, hexagonal-shaped rubber compound that offers durability and good grip, while lateral flex grooves make this Fresh Foam configuration more flexible and responsive. A carbon rubber heel cap completes the deal. The sum of all this is an effective distance trainer. In fact, it’s so effective, it earned our award as the Best Shoe in the Neutral category.

“Really pleased with the fit, and the feel was premium. Great cushioning and responsiveness. I could get used to this.”

Pearl Izumi’s EMotion flagship, the N2, has been a reliable performer, and Round 3 stays true to that mission. The upper is a stretchy, closed mesh, completely supported by no-sew overlays. A new foam layer in the tongue softens the feel, while its large open spaces offer good ventilation through the mesh outer layer. Though the supporting overlays have been pared back slightly, their 3D-printed placement continues to hold the foot effectively. The midsole has been known for being pretty firm, which is why it has a responsive feel—it transfers energy efficiently—and its proven design continues without change, which will be good news to its fans. The outersole continues with Round 2’s fullcontact design, which does two things: It improves the friction between the shoe and the ground, providing better traction and it offers maximum stability throughout the contact. The lateral midfoot—not coincidentally the area of lowest wear—is the only area of the sole which is toughened foam. The result is a smooth-riding, high-mileage shoe.

“Comfortable, smooth fit that tempted me to go without socks. Protective but in a subtle way, not a marshmallow.”

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New Balance Fresh Foam 1080

Neutral Spring 2016

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Pearl Izumi N2 v3

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NEW SHOE Sizes: Men 8–13,14; Women 6–12 Weight: Men 11.2 oz. (size 11); Women 9.1 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

Updates the Vanquish Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15; Women 5–11 Weight: Men 11.5 oz. (size 11); Women 9.2 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, perforated EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

NEW SHOE Sizes: Men 6–14; Women 5–13 Weight: Men 11.5 oz. (size 11); Women 9.2 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

NEW SHOE Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15,16 B,D,2E,4E; Women 5–11,12 2A,B,D,2E Weight: Men 11.3 oz. (size 11); Women 9.2 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

Updates Pearl N2 v2 Sizes: Men 7–13,14; Women 5–11,12 Weight: Men 11.2 oz. (size 11); Women 9.1 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

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M OTION ST ABILIZING adidas Ultra Boost ST

Motion Stabilizing Spring 2016

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Altra Provision 2.5

The design and engineering of adidas’ Boost material have provided a ride that has great cushioning. Now with the introduction of the Ultra Boost ST, it has a shoe with stability to match. The upper is a stretchy, engineered mesh with different “zones.” The forefoot offers the most stretch with a band-like, bunion-friendly region over the metatarsals. The midfoot features a supportive TPU saddle that cradles the foot and anchors the lacing. The heel features the same thermoplastic heel counter and pull-on tab seen in its sibling, the Ultra Boost. The midsole is also the same: all Boost foam with bouncy, durable cushioning. The medial side is filled in beneath the arch for extra support on contact. On the medial sidewall, a thermoplastic support links the saddle to the outersole, stabilizing the ride without affecting the cushioning. The outersole is a Continental rubber compound that stretches elastically to keep the sole’s shape consistent through the gait. Its combination of a resilient ride, good stability, and accommodating fit earned the Ultra Boost ST our award for Best Shoe in the Motion Stabilizing category.

“The stability converted this skeptic. Fit well, great cushion, and stable.”

Known for its zero-drop platform, Altra has a number of shoes over multiple categories. The Provision 2.5 is an intermediate update—Altra’s nod to a partial overhaul. In this case it’s the upper that gets the attention, with closed mesh and no-sew overlays providing support over the toes and through the saddle and with a stitched toe bumper shaping the height of the forefoot. The midsole is A-BOUND, a resilient foam that’s deeply segmented over a full-contact bottom to stabilize the foot by conforming to the running surfaces. A taller medial sidewall hinders too much inward roll. The outersole is a tough rubber compound that’s intersected by myriad flex grooves that also add traction. If you’re looking for a zero-drop shoe to add to your rotation, the Provision 2.5’s generous fit, stability, and geometry make it worthy of your consideration.

“Great toe room and cushioning. They were protective and durable. Still getting used to the zero drop.”

The 2000 series is well known for its decades-long reputation for smooth cushioning and stability. This update, Round 4 since its numerical reset to 2000, continues to provide the expected performance. The upper is now a slightly stretchy mesh with small openings instead of the closed mesh of its predecessor. No-sew overlays make the interior a bit smoother, without giving up the shaping or needed support of the upper. A new saddle shores up the midfoot, and its medial side is composed primarily of traditional overlays to handle support duties. The midsole is still FluidRide: several layers and densities, including GEL in the lateral heel and DuoMax in the medial arch, with a topmost layer of foam next to the foot. The outersole has the usual minor changes, but the flex grooves between the rubber pods follow the same path as Round 3. The best news is that the stability, ride, and fit have been well maintained in this high-mileage training shoe.

“Very stable, well cushioned, and for me, the ASICS fit is predictably good.”

The Ravenna is the most versatile shoe in the Brooks lineup, neatly splitting the difference between cushioning and stability. The upper features only no-sew overlays to smooth the upper more than Round 6, simplifying the design in the process. The saddle continues with the effective strap and Ghilley lace setup to snug the midfoot, and the closed mesh does a surprisingly effective job of allowing the foot to breathe. The midsole tooling is smoothed, though the sidewall shaping and compression lines deliver the same feel. The reworked outersole is sparser, with few areas of solid rubber, and the weight savings is significant—almost an ounce! The flex grooves give the shoe better flexion without compromising stability. Runners new to the Ravenna and longtime fans alike will find much to be praised in this solid shoe.

“Secure fit, nice and stable, plenty of cushion. What more could I ask?”

The Inspire has faithful followers because it has consistently delivered the ride and stability they expect from Mizuno shoes. The upper is open minimesh, similar to several of its recent predecessors because it breathes well. A return to traditional overlays in the rearfoot better supports the foot, and they work with the sole shape to keep the foot lined up. The midsole continues with U4ic foam and sports a new heel crashpad of U4icX, a livelier compound. A PU insole and foam Strobel board work with the midsole to give the ride a plusher feel. The outersole is still carbon rubber in the heel and blown rubber in the forefoot, though fewer flex grooves on the bottom and more in the sidewall make the cushioning and flexibility more effective than before. Large runners and those who steamroll shoes will find the Inspire is brawny enough to roll right back.

“I have worn them for over 3 months. They grip well and put up with my Clydesdale punishment. They don’t interfere with my mechanics during running, they just keep going.”

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ASICS GT-2000 4

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Brooks Ravenna 7

120

Mizuno Wave Inspire 12

120

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NEW SHOE Sizes: Men 6.5–13,14,15; Women 5–12 Weight: Men 13.1 oz. (size 11); Women 8.9 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: low- to medium-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to excessive pronation

Updates the Provision 2.0 Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15; Women 5–11,12 Weight: Men 11.4 oz. (size 11); Women 9.2 oz. (size 8) Shape: semistraight Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: low- to medium-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to excessive pronation

Updates the GT-2000 3 Sizes: Men 6–14,15,16,17 B,D,2E,4E; Women 5–13 2A,B,D,2E Weight: Men 12.0 oz. (size 11); Women 9.8 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with excessive pronation

Updates the Ravenna 6 Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15 D,2E; Women 5–12 B,D Weight: Men 11.7 oz. (size 11); Women 9.5 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with mild to excessive pronation

Updates the Wave Inspire 11 Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15,16; Women 6–12 Weight: Men 12.3 oz. (size 11); Women 9.8 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with mild to excessive pronation

MOTION STABILIZING Saucony Hurricane ISO 2

RENOVATION Spring 2016

The Hurricane has undergone more change in two generations than it has in most of the previous 16 combined. It starts with an update to the ISO fit saddle (aptly named ISO 2). Minimesh and fused overlays complete the forefoot, and an external thermoplastic heel counter secures the foot over the sole. But it’s in the midsole where the magic begins. A new compound that Saucony calls Everun puts a layer of blown TPU foam near the foot and a more resilient foam in the midsole. The compound’s flexibility allows better flexion with the foot’s motion and has a great feel to it. The outersole is a newly designed chevron pattern that adapts to a variety of angles, eliminating much of the stiffness experienced in many motion-controlling shoe designs. The stable ride, cushioning, and fit combine to earn the Hurricane ISO 2 our award for Best Renovation.

“I’ve been impressed with the Hurricane for years. This round is like a whole other level: comfy, durable, great fit. Now I’m really impressed.”

The Skechers GOrun line adds a new shoe designed for cushioned stability. Called the Forza, it’s Kara Goucher’s shoe of choice. The upper is a closed stretch mesh supported by no-sew overlays, and a saddle of thicker, fused film secures the foot effectively through the lacing. The midsole is a bouncy foam formulation with a 30-millimeter stack height that lends a cushy feel. A second density of foam and the full-contact geometry offer their own effective stabilizing properties. The outersole is carbon rubber from heel to midfoot, and the forefoot is primarily toughened foam with rubber in key wear areas. The fit, stability, and cushy ride make the Forza well suited to both regular training and recovery runs.

“Hadn’t tried Skechers so didn’t know what to expect. Good fit, cushion, stability. That’s a good running shoe!”

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Skechers Forza

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Updates the Hurricane ISO Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15 D,2E; Women 5–12 B,D Weight: Men 11.5 oz. (size 11); Women 9.2 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, TPU Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with mild to excessive pronation

NEW SHOE Sizes: Men 7–13,14; Women 6–10,11 Weight: Men 11.9 oz. (size 11); Women 9.8 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, PU Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to excessive pronation

PERFORMANCE Brooks Neuro

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HOKA ONE ONE Tracer

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Mizuno Wave Catalyst

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The Neuro is a new Brooks shoe that’s both lightweight and adaptable, designed for maximizing fast, efficient running. The upper is a dual-layer, engineered mesh. The outer layer is a tough, gauze-like mesh supported by 3D-printed overlays while the inner layer is a light and breathable open mesh. Ghilley lace loops sandwiched between the mesh layers secure well while still adjusting to the moving foot, providing an adaptive fit. The midsole is a segmented arrangement of BioMoGO foam, with round Propulsion pods in the rearfoot and with Guidance Plates along the medial and lateral sides (taller ones medially and more uniform laterally) that flex as the foot passes over them. The 6mm geometry and flexible feel contribute to its go-fast purpose. The outersole is a collection of carbon rubber islands whose spaces allow the shoe to flex with the foot as it twists through the gait. The Neuro’s lightness and flexibility make it well suited to faster running, longer races, and speedwork.

“Really flexible. Let my foot feel free to run. Nice fit, plenty of cushion. They can really move.”

The Tracer is a first for HOKA ONE ONE—a speedster with a traditional stack height—so expect a few double-takes when you wear them. The upper is a two-layer mesh composed of an open underlayer covered by a minimesh, with splashy graphics to identify the shoe. Fused overlays lend a measure of support so the mesh of the upper holds its shape well. The fit leans toward the snug side so size accordingly. The midsole is two densities, which HOKA calls Pro2Lite, and it’s a novel approach as the forefoot is quite firm while the heel is softer to manage the cushioning and spring needed by each part of the shoe. Like its HOKA siblings it features what has become a sort of midrange geometry, here 4mm of drop. The outersole is tough carbon rubber that’s thin and spaced sparingly, though sufficiently. The Tracer’s combination of light weight, springy and cushioned ride, and racerlike fit cater to faster running and racing.

“Once again, HOKA brings a shoe that was not what I expected. Fit nice and snug, races well, but with enough underfoot for any time I want a fast feel.”

Mizuno’s new Catalyst is a welcome addition to its line, slotting into the void left by the Elixir. The upper is a two-layered mesh: wide open underneath, minimesh on top. Traditional overlays support the toe, medial rearfoot, and lace throat with the Runbird logo forming a semisaddle and no-sew overlays running the length of the lateral side. The midsole has a substantial feel, low-slung but firm, especially in the heel, and the fan wave plate provides support and stability. The U4ic foam formulation has a responsive feel and good protection for long-distance runs. The outersole is X-10 carbon rubber in the heel and the lateral forefoot, which is great news for midfoot/forefoot strikers. Blown rubber covers the medial forefoot and toe. The combination of good stability and a light, responsive feel makes the Wave Catalyst suited to daily training, tempo runs, and even longer races.

“Love running in this shoe. I get a feel of the road with adequate cushioning and a springy feel.”

2016 Spring Shoe Review — 5 — FORTIUS Media Group, LLC

NEW SHOE Sizes: Men 7–14; Women 5–12 Weight: Men 10.8 oz. (size 11); Women 8.7 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

NEW SHOE Sizes: Men 7–13,14; Women 5–11 Weight: Men 8.5 oz. (size 11); Women 6.9 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, perforated EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

NEW SHOE Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15; Women 6–11 Weight: Men 10.9 oz. (size 11); Women 8.8 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to excessive pronation

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P ERFORMAN C E The Fresh Foam Zante’s introduction last year turned more than a few heads, and ushered in some speedier profiles for the brand. Round 2 throws in a few needed tweaks and keeps rolling down the fast track. The upper continues with its adaptable stretch mesh with little structure, and no-sew overlays lend support to shape the upper. The new design of the midfoot and lace throat permits the laces to adapt independently to secure the foot, and the roomy forefoot has been maintained. The midsole is Fresh Foam—its comfortable ride is the real strength of the shoe—and the sculpting fine tunes Round 1. The outersole is a thin, full-contact, rubber layer with different-sized hexagons and texturing delivering traction. The size and positioning of the hexagons create multiple flex points in the sole and have improved the traction over its predecessor. The Zante is a light, flexible shoe that’s well suited to faster running, whether long races or tempo runs, while being durable enough for daily training.

“Great cushioning and flexibility. Light, fit just right, and fast.”

Now in its fifth iteration, the Gravity has been the archetype for the Newton line for almost a decade. Round 5 maintains its technological core while freshening up the appearance and materials. The upper features an engineered stretch mesh for flexibility at the toe. Over the metatarsals they’ve used a smooth, closed mesh that’s supported by streamlined no-sew overlays for a forgiving stretchy feel in the bunion window. A new tongue offers a better feel and is anchored to the eyestay to prevent it from slipping side to side. The rearfoot has a stiffer mesh, with no-sew overlays tying into the logo stripes for support in a mini saddle-like design below the lace throat. The midsole has been resculpted to improve the ride, with better flexibility and cushioning. The contours of the insole have ameliorated the uneven feeling some runners experience in the area of the action/reaction membrane and lugs. The outersole has been retooled with attention to placement: The forefoot lug unit is inset into the midsole for a better foot/ground interaction, and new texturing of the rubber provides a bit better grip. This update succeeds in improving the overall ride and feel of the shoe.

“The Newtons have been a favorite fast-paced shoe for me, and I was really impressed with this update. [They] fit great. Smoothest ride yet. I haven’t found a downside in performance.”

“Good fit overall. Started out as my speed day shoe, but with plenty of cushion and good traction, it ended up handling more of my training than that.”

Spring 2016

The Lunar Tempo was a descendant of the Lunar Elite and Luna Racer, and Round 2 continues that genetic link to performance. The upper is a tighly woven Flyknit with no-sew overlays to lend a touch of support, shaping the toe for a more effective fit than Round 1. Adjustments have been made to the Flywire, reducing the number from five to four, and a reshaped eyestay gives a little more material to snug the top of the foot. The conforming upper has little structure, so your foot can settle in as is its wont, and the lightness and performance of Round 1 is untouched here. The midsole is a tough and resilient shell, with a softer cushioning layer inside. Though the Tempo’s midsole appears almost fragile, it most certainly is not, with a durability that contradicts its appearance. The outersole is just a few squares of rubber in the highest-wear portions—three in the heel, six in the toe, three on the lateral forefoot—with toughened foam making up the remainder. The combination of these components in a shoe that’s almost racer light, but with the toughness to handle faster training, earned the Lunar Tempo 2 our award for Best Performance Shoe.

“Started as my everyday trainer, graduated to my marathon shoe. I need another pair. These are awesome.”

NEW SHOE

The Cloudflyer is the second shoe for which On has converted its Cloud technology to an EVA platform. The result is a Swiss-engineered delight, a well-cushioned, sturdy shoe, that’s lighter than expected. The upper is semi-open mesh over the toes with closed mesh over the tongue and saddle, extending around the heel. A no-sew toecap gives the toes plenty of room, and since it links to the bottom of the eyestay, the laces have an extra criss-cross to snug the midfoot. The midsole is two densities of EVA, softer in the forefoot, with eight of the cloudtec Clouds, and firm over the heel with four Clouds. The ride exhibits the attention to detail for which On is known, hitting the sweet spot of resilience and protection, without giving up the necessary durability. The 7mm geometry makes it more efficient, to boot. The outersole is a thin rubber layer over the heel and angled across the toes, with toughened foam under the arch. Its performance, versatility, and design earned the Cloudflyer our award for Best New Shoe.

The Kinvara has been the heavyweight of the lightweights—not in weight, but in heft. Round 7 shows no sign of changing that, with new materials and improved performance. The upper is a mixture of closed mesh over the vamp and rearfoot. There’s open mesh over the toes and no-sew overlays where extra support is needed without contributing much extra weight. The midsole is lightweight, but with enough underfoot for fasterpaced training, tempo runs, and long races. Round 7 steps up the performance further with the introduction of Everun—a new construction—and the introduction of a blown TPU layer that gives the shoe another level of protection to go with its snappy ride. The outersole is still sparse: a well-placed pattern of rubber chevrons on lateral rearfoot and medial forefoot, the rest toughened foam. The bottom line? The Kinvara 7 is a lightweight, tough shoe for faster running and racing that can also handle a good share of daily training for efficient runners.

“A shoe this light that fits well and works for long runs is great. This one is a real upgrade.”

New Balance Fresh Foam Zante 2

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Newton Gravity V

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Nike Lunar Tempo 2

Performance

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On Cloudflyer

Spring 2016

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Saucony Kinvara 7

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2016 Spring Shoe Review — 6 — FORTIUS Media Group, LLC

Updates the Fresh Foam Zante Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15,16 D,2E; Women 5–11,12 B,D Weight: Men 9.3 oz. (size 11); Women 7.4 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

Updates the Gravity IV Sizes: Men 6–13,14,15; Women 5–12 Weight: Men 10.5 oz. (size 11); Women 8.5 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

Updates the Lunar Tempo Sizes: Men 6–13,14,15; Women 5–12 Weight: Men 7.9 oz. (size 11); Women 6.3 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

NEW SHOE Sizes: Men 7–14; Women 6–11 Weight: Men 10.7 oz. (size 11); Women 8.7 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to moderate pronation

Updates the Kinvara 6 Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15; Women 6–11 Weight: Men 8.7 oz. (size 11); Women 7.1 oz. (size 8) Shape: semicurved Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, TPU Strobel board Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics

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