January 2018 by Hawaii Sport

2018 Event Calendar HURT 100 Coming Up HPH WomenÂ´s 10K New Date

It Runs in the Family Haleiwa Triathlon - First Triathlon of the year

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Soul Runners Donielle Wolfe and Liza Rippy at Peacock Flats captured by Melanie Decker Koehl

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Running in the Family Some familie have running as a common interest, while others the running family is their â&#x20AC;&#x153;second familyâ&#x20AC;? - Hawaii Sport went around and visited a few running groups, and found that the different running communities in Hawaii

is alive and doing really well. If you are running alone or just starting out - then look for the local run groups in our calendar in the middle of the magazine, there is bound to be a group that fits you.

Top: WTF - Windward Training Freaks meets Tuesday and Thursday in Kailua with Susie Stephen.

Top: Lanikai Juice Kapolei meets Monday with Buffy Whiteman and Pete Boksanski.

Top: Lanikai Juice Kakaako meets Thursdays with Mariane Uehara and Tim Marr.

Top: Runners HI meets Tuesdays at Runners HI in Aiea.

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ALOHA FROM THE EDITOR Running in the Family Running is a great sport, and one that you can do with the whole family. In this issue we have collected some stories on families that runs, and running communities that becomes like families. Here in Hawaii we have many communities that ends up feeling like families, The Great Aloha Run is one of them, The Women´s 10K. and the HURT family are others just to mention a few. If you have not joined a group or been part of one of our many communities yet, then look through this magazine, maybe you will find a group that appeals to you. Lanikai Triathlon is coming up soon...April 15...one of the best tri-finishes on the beach.

Aloha, Christian

EDITOR

HAWAII SPORT REPORTS

Christian Friis

August DeCastro Crystal Hirst Jennifer Lieu Lisa Allosada Jon Lyau Kevin Enriques Odeelo Dayondon

COPY EDITOR Crystal Hirst

CONTRIBUTORS Melissa Pampulov, Snr. Features Editor Brad Yates, Snr. Writer Glen Marumoto Mariane Uehara Sara Ecclesine Susie Stephen Motoki Nakamura Odeelo Dayondon Jenn Lieu & Matthew Nickel Malia K. Harunaga Travis Counsell Yuko Lin Nakai Marissa Tanaka Hina Torres Joy Secritario Amanda Han Linda Okita Christine Lawson

COVER PHOTO The Great Aloha Run is coming up...have you signed up? Photo: The Great Aloha Run

IMAGES Augusto DeCastro Kalani Pascual Motoki Nakamura Yuki Mizuno Crystal Hirst Jenn Lieu & David Aquino Yuko Lin Nakai Ron Alford Tin Lung Chao Susie Stephen Odeelo Dayondon Dave Greer / HBL Tim Marr Melanie Decker Koehl Jennifer Geske Donna Ho Kevin Enriques Venture Race: Watanabe, Seamann, Sanders, Hsu, Ng, Agarwal & Cabana.

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Running in the Family by Linda Okita

For us, running started as a family activity and not an athletic pursuit. I never ran competitively. My pre-running days centered around the outdoors and mostly the ocean, so skin diving, body surfing, boating and fishing. After Gabriel was born, the early years were a flurry of the typical toddler activities, then transitioned into a succession of organized sports – soccer, tennis, flag and pop warner football. All of the sports required speed and conditioning, so running was a perfect fit. Our first road races were fun, family-friendly events like the Bananaman Chase, The Color Run, Ford Island Bridge Run and some of the runs in the Commanding Officer’s Fitness Series at MCB Hawaii Kaneohe Bay. You wouldn’t know it now, but Gabriel was a reluctant runner. It was a struggle getting him up for the early starts and he needed a whole lot of cheer-leading to get to the finish line. From the occasional race over ten years ago, running has become an integral part of our lifestyle. It starts with the basics of eating healthy and staying fit through regular exercise (not just running). It builds on the same principles that bring success in work, school and relationships - commitment, dedication, passion, hard work. It’s part of who we are and what we do. It encourages work/life balance. Of everything, the most important is the people we’ve met and the wonderful friendships we’ve formed. As Gabriel got faster and no longer ran together with me, I knew there were others who would watch out for him along the course and keep him company at the finish. The camaraderie of groups like Team RWB and Hawaii Road Warriors bring welcome support and encouragement. Our initial motivation for joining Mid Pacific Road Runners Club was to enjoy the discounts on the year-round 6 | HAWAIISPORTMAG.COM

schedule of races they offer, yet over the years, we’ve befriended an amazing group of volunteers that work tirelessly to organize the races and to bring their love of running to young and old alike.

life local style.

Our shared passion for running gives us a common ground as our lives move in different directions. As a parent, it’s so important to spend time together, maintain open communication and cultivate a good relationship through the challenges of the teen years and into adulthood. Alas, life wouldn’t be worth living without some fun and adventure. While we haven’t graduated to destination races, except for the Star Wars Half Marathon, a trip wouldn’t be complete without finding a local race and tweaking the itinerary fit around it. What better way to explore a city than to take a running tour on streets and bridges usually bustling with traffic, to experience the natural beauty of the trails, and to meet new people and enjoy

While Gabriel and I are a running family, our true running ohana extends to the all that encourage us to be better, support us when the going gets tough, brighten our day with a smile or laugh, and share words of advice and the wisdom that comes from experience. Linda and Gabriel are members of Mid-Pacific Road Runners Club, Hawaii´s largest running club with over 400 members. To see what this club is about go to www.mprrc.com or if you are already a runner you have probably already joined them in one of the many races they put on throughout the year.

Run Maui!

Run Tahoe!

January 14, 2018

Oct 12-14, 2018

Friday:

Sunday:

1. Lakeside Marathon 2. Nevada Half Marathon

1. Lake Tahoe Marathon 2. Emerald Bay Half Marathon 3. 4-person Marathon Relay 4. 16.6 Mile Run-Walk 5. Edgewood 10K & Super Hero 5K 6. Kids Pumpkin Fun Runs

Saturday: 1. Cal Neva Marathon 2. Carnelian Bay Half Marathon 3. 72 Mile Midnight Express Ultra

Top 10 Reasons to Run Maui 10. Walkers are welcome + the half, 15K, 10K, & 5K 9. Flowers and sweet island aromas... 8. Surfing, paddle and boogie boarding 7. Hula, beach and bikinis 6. No snow, no cold in January 5. Cross Maui off your bucket list 4. Whales and turtles 3. January has the coolest temperatures in Hawaii 2. 26 miles of oceanfront running... 1. It is Maui!!

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THE LOCAL ROUTE

Ultras – Because 26.2 is so yesterday by Glen Marumoto

I really believe in the saying “Why run a marathon? Because 26.3 would be crazy.” When I first started running with the Runner’s HI group, I really didn’t know what I was getting myself into. I had shown up on a Tuesday beer run. Then got told to show up for the Thursday bike path run, after which I was “invited” to do the early Sunday morning long run. At the time, a bunch of them were training for something called Peacock. I had no idea what a Peacock was and what training for it entailed. At the end of that Sunday run, I found out what Peacock was and realized these people were crazy! I almost didn’t come back. That was my first blush with ultramarathons, or ultras for short. An ultra means any race over 26.2 miles in length. The most benign standard distance is the 50K, or 31 miles. The shortest ultra (talk about an oxymoron) is the Route 66 Marathon’s Center of the Universe detour, where you take an approved detour to the Center of the Universe monument during the marathon to make the length 26.5 miles. The penultimate ultras are the 100 mile races with the top of the heap being Badwater, the 135 mile race run in Death Valley in the middle of summer. In January, the local ultra, the Hawaiian Ultra Running Team (HURT) 100, is run in the hills of Tantalus. This race is one of the more sought after 100 milers in the country because of its challenging 10,000 plus feet of elevation gain, run over a 5x20 mile loop. Therefore, it seems appropriate in this issue to write about the runners who have the drive to complete such crazy quests. Steve “Marathon Freak” Walters. Anyone who is a Marathon Maniac knows Steve. He is the editor of the Maniac’s monthly newsletter. Steve started running at age 24, “to lose weight.” He ran his first 10 | HAWAIISPORTMAG.COM

marathon a year later. His marathon personal record time is 3:01, and he routinely places in his age group. He started running ultras to see how far he could go. He started out with 50Ks, then 50 milers, then backto-back 50 milers, eventually tackling 100 milers. At the time I talked to him back in September, he had run a 100 mile distance, each month since February! He has completed over 380 distance races, of which 132 have been ultras. Steve’s advice for anyone doing an ultra is to never give up and not ever give yourself an out or excuse to quit. Another piece of advice, don’t start taking any caffeine until you are tired. He says if you start too early, you will crash early. As for course strategy, Steve says to break the course down into doable distances, like the next 10K or the next aid station. This helps you stay focused and provide a goal so you can keep going. Always keep going! Sue Lohr Finisher HURT 100, 2016. Sue is an engineer with the Navy at the Pearl Harbor shipyard. She started running in high school, participating in cross country meets. She has completed some 18 marathons/ultras. Sue started running trails in Korea, where her husband John was stationed with the Air Force. She followed John to Virginia and to Hawaii, growing her trail experience. Sue found she liked trail running (most ultras because of the distance and time involved are run on trails or out of the way areas) because she could commune with nature and have

VALENTINE’S BIATHLON ~ SUNDAY, Feb. 4, 2018 CHRISTMAS BIATHLON ~ Saturday Dec. 2, 2017 | MAGIC ISLAND BIATHLON ~ Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018 COURSE: The run/swim course consists of a 5K run around Ala Moana Beach Park and a 1K swim fronting the park. The run is first, followed by the swim. The run starts at the Diamond Head Concession. Time limit: 1 hour 15 minutes. ENTRY FEE: $30 INDIVIDUAL or $60 TEAM: A non-refundable fee must accompany each entry form. Entries must be postmarked by Jan. 22, 2018. Entry fee includes one T-shirt for each participant. PAYMENT: Make check or money order payable to: Waikiki Swim Club. Mail completed entry to: Sui-Lan Ellsworth, 3465 Paty Dr., Honolulu, HI 96822 LATE ENTRIES (after Jan. 22): $45 INDIVIDUAL or $90 TEAM. Do NOT mail after Jan. 31, 2017. Bring application to Late Entries table on race day. Entries accepted on race day from 6:15—7:15 am. No shirt guarantees for late entries. RACE NUMBERS: There is no packet pickup. Check-in at 6:15-7:15 am on race day to receive race number & instructions. AGE GROUPS: INDIVIDUAL: 8-11, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45 -49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+. TEAMS: See Team Division Box, below [Determined by adding teammate ages] . AWARDS: 1st – 3rd in each division. Awards ceremony follows race as soon as all results are available.

Enter online @ Active.com

1 K Swim : 5 K Run : Individual or Team Early Registration postmark by 11/20/17, $75 Individual/$150 Teams for ALL 3 BIATHLONS. Late Registration, $100 Individual/$175 Teams for ALL 3 BIATHLONS. races start at 7:30 am Series applicants MUST sign their initials agreeing to waiver terms, below, next to signature line. Team members must be the same for ALL THREE races, or you will NOT BE ELIGIBLE for overall series award. SERIES INFORMATION & OTHER RACE APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE ON WEBSITE, waikikiswimclub.org INFO: suilan@waikikiswimclub.org

BIATHLON SERIES:

All

INDIVIDUAL or TEAM RUNNER (Last Name)

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INDIVIDUAL or TEAM SWIMMER (Last Name)

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VALENTINES BIATHLON: FEB. 4, 2018 Birth Date

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M Shirt Size

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Check this box if you are entering the BIATHLON SERIES Email Address

Individual Team TEAM DIVISION (check one only ) <34 55-74 75-94 95-114 115-134 135+ Biathlon Series Entry (Mail by Nov. 20) $75 $150 MARRIED Biathlon Series Late Entry (Do not mail after Nov. 27) $100 $175 JUST FRIENDS Series applicants MUST sign their initials agreeing to waiver terms, SWEETHEARTS below, next to signature line. FAMILY (parent & child) Valentines Biathlon Entry (Mail by Jan. 22) $30 $60 OPEN Valentines Biathlon Late Entry (Do not mail after Jan. 31) $45 $90 WAIVER & 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, AquaSphere, Active.com, 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 terms of the waiver & release.

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Date

I also agree to the terms of the waiver & release for the following events: (write initials) Christmas Biathlon

Magic Island Biathlon

time to herself or within a small group. Sue is well known in the local ultra/trail running community because for several years she was the race director for the Triple Trek, a 3 loop, 30 mile race run on Tantalus during Labor Day weekend. She also volunteers as a pacer and at the aid stations for the HURT 100. When asked why she decided to do HURT, her answer was simple, credibility. She felt, in order to pace, she really needed to do the race, and she wasn’t getting any younger. Sue’s advice is to prepare a training plan, follow the plan, and believe in your plan. She also says to make a race day plan, but know you will probably make adjustments. And just like Steve, Sue says to never give up. During her run last year, there was a time when it looked like she might not make the time gates to finish (HURT has a 36 hour limit with specific gates which if missed will get you pulled from the race). However, the thought of quitting never crossed her mind. The HURT allows pacers to accompany runners after the first 40 miles (you have to run the first two loops by yourself). Sue says having a pacer, especially during the HURT, makes a world of difference. A pacer keeps you focused when the “fog” sets in, and on Tantalus, keeps you safe by keeping you on the trail, as one wrong step could be a really nasty fall. Glen Oshiro Finisher HURT 100, 2015; entrant HURT 100, 2018. Glen works for the Hawaii Department of Education as a carpenter. He started running in 2007 (before that he was a surfer) to get healthy after turning 50, getting in with the Runner’s HI Ohana. 12 | HAWAIISPORTMAG.COM

He got into trail running because of another Runner’s HI alum and ultramarathon volunteer, Heather McCafferty. He worked the aid stations, then as a pacer. Peacock was his first attempted ultra, but didn’t finish because that was the year of the tsunami warning, where the event was cancelled midrace. When asked why he decided to run HURT, he had the quintessential answer…”why not?” He actually didn’t think he would get in. But HURT has one of the more unusual lottery systems. Each entrant can get kukui nuts for doing things, like volunteering at the HURT-affiliated races, working on the trails, etc. Others can also gift their kukui nuts to someone. Then, the kukui nuts are used to improve your chances in the lottery. Let’s just say Glen’s selection for HURT that year was never in question. When he completed the race in 2015, he was the oldest finisher at 57, and he had 17 other racers finish after him. Glen says to not overdo the training. Unlike other HURT entrants who pile on the miles, he plans a total of 40 miles, two loops a day, over the weekend. His biggest advice to success is to be mentally prepared. He says you can get into a dark place mentally when you are out there. You have to want it and to keep going. Another key to success is to have good pacers and a crew who can keep you going. HURT has 3 aid stations per loop. With five loops, that would be a total of 15 stops. With even a 5 minute stop, that equates to 1:15 just in stops for a course that has a 36 hour time limit! So it’s imperative to be able to get what you need, both in and on you, then get back out….kind of like a pit crew in auto racing. Glen picks his pacers based on experience and trust. One was his son, Jaren. Jaren has said getting his dad through HURT was one of the most transformative events in his life. When asked why he signed up again, Glen gave the same answer…”why not?” Good luck in January 2018!!! I’ve always maintained that anyone who attempts any long distance race is, at best, a closet type-A person. You have to be driven, goal-oriented, aggressive, and just a little bit stubborn to finish any marathon distance or greater race. The recurring theme is never, ever give up and believe in yourself. Just keep going! Until next time - Happy Running All!

2018 OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM Monday, February 19, 2018, Presidents’ Day

For Official Use Only

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1. Complete legibly and completely. Everyone on the course must be registered. One form per person, except a baby in a stroller must register on the adult’s form. Please select estimated finishing time corral: 1:56 - 2:27 Under 1:14 (14 - 18 minute (9 minute mile or mile pace) less pace)

Date of Birth:

Sex: Male

Female

Age on 2/19/18

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3:01 and over 1:31 - 1:55 (22 minute mile (11 - 14 minute or more pace) mile pace) Stroller (Pusher of stroller is required to start in

Apt No.

3:01 finishing time corral)

Address Line 2 State

City

Best Contact Number Including Area Code

Country, if other than USA

Zip / Postal Code

Emergency Number on Race Day Including Area Code

Emergency Contact Name

Email Address

Emergency Contact Relationship:

Before After

High School Challenge Code

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T-shirts Awarded to Finishers Only! (Unisex sizes). Finisher shirts are not available for babies in strollers. Size selection is final.

Free Bus to Downtown: (Check only one please)

100 Club Code

2:28 - 3:00 (18 - 22 minute mile pace)

1:15 - 1:30 (9 - 11 minute mile pace)

First Name

Waikiki Shuttle

Youth Sizes:

(check here)

Adult Sizes: Y Med

Y Lrg

XXL

MILITARY BRANCH OF SERVICE (check one): q Air Force q Army q Coast Guard q Marines q National Guard q Navy For Active Duty/Reserve/National Guard and family. Family members, check your sponsor’s branch of service. (I.D. will be required)

2. Check box. Entry Donation is non-refundable and non-transferable

3. Please read and sign.

2018 ENTRY DONATION LEVELS Postmark Your Entry by Jan. 26, 2018 (No paper entries accepted after this date.)

Per Baby 4 years and younger, pushed in stroller. Untimed ....

Baby name 1

0-2 years

3-4 years

Baby name 2

0-2 years

3-4 years

$25

Child 5-12 years and Senior 65 years and older ...................

$30

Military 13-64 years For Active Duty/Reserve/National Guard and family (Must show ID at Packet Pick-up)..........................................................

INDIVIDUAL 13-64 (Includes Presidents’ 100 Club) $38

Individual Early Entry ........................................................

$44

Individual Regular Entry....................................................

$50

Individual Late Entry ..........................................................

$245

Lucky 7 Team (Must be age 21 or older, a Hawaii resident or Active

July 4, 2017 – Dec. 1, 2017

Dec. 2, 2017 – Jan. 26, 2018

at HPH GAR EXPO, Feb. 16, 2018 – Feb. 18, 2018

PLEASE READ AND SIGN.

Sorry, we cannot process without your signature. Waiver and Release: I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I also know that, although police protection will be provided, there will be traffic on the course route. I assume the risk of running in traffic. I also assume any and all other risks associated with running this event, including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, including high heat and/or humidity, and the condition of the road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. If I am an operator or occupant of a stroller or assisted wheelchair, I agree that I am fully responsible for my own safety and the safety of the occupant of the stroller or assisted wheelchair. (Safety is defined as doing everything reasonably necessary to avoid or prevent an accident including, but not limited to operation with safe speed and equipment and avoiding risks.) I understand that in the event this race cannot be held as scheduled due to an act of God or circumstances beyond control, or I cannot participate for any other reason, the race is not liable to refund any money donated by me to participate. I further understand that my entry donation is non-transferable. Knowing these facts, and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, or anyone else who might claim on my behalf covenant not to sue, and waive, release, and discharge Carole Kai Charities, Inc., the City and County of Honolulu, including their Police Department, the State of Hawaii, the race officials, volunteers, any and all sponsors, and any and all agents, employees, assigns, or anyone acting for or on their behalf from any and all claim of liability for death, personal injury, or property damage of any kind or nature whatsoever arising out of or in the course of my participation in this event. I also hereby consent to permit emergency treatment in the event of injury or illness. Further, I hereby grant full permission to Carole Kai Charities, Inc. and/or agents authorized by them to use any photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, recordings, or any other record of this event for any purpose. This waiver and release extends to all claims of every kind or nature whatsoever, foreseen or unforeseen, known or unknown.

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OPTIONAL SELECTIONS (Check all that apply) $8

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$9.95

Medal (Must pick up at GAR Expo, Feb. 16-18, 2018) .....................

$17.95 Medal & Mailing Fee (Medal mailed after run) ............................. $25

In Training Dri-Tech Shirt (Includes mailing to US address only) Style (Please check one): Men’s Cut Women’s Cut......

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Signature of parent/guardian if under 18 years. Applications for minors will be accepted only with signature above.

Make non-refundable entry donation check or money order payable to: GREAT ALOHA RUN and mail to: Great Aloha Run, P.O. Box 29750, Honolulu HI 96820-2150 Postmark Your Entry by Jan. 26, 2018

Banking services courtesy of First Hawaiian Bank. $20 assessed for returned check.

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What is causing my knee pain? TEXT BY Motoki Nakamura PT, DPT, at JACO REHAB Image

Motoki Nakamura

Motoki Nakamura ran the 2017 Honolulu Marathon in 3:10 hours and placed fourth in the Kamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;aina category. 14 | HAWAIISPORTMAG.COM

Congratulations to all the runners who participated in the Honolulu marathon last month. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure many have felt a huge accomplishment when reaching the 26.2-mile goal line. However, some may have experienced pain along the journey, which continues to linger to this day. At JACO Rehab we see these athletes, and have the opportunity to get them back to running pain-free. While there many musculoskeletal injuries occur during a race, knee injury is one of the most common. Usually the knee pain is felt in the front or inside the joint. The intensity may be low at first while you were running; however, the pain may become become more prominent afterwards, such as during activities of daily living i.e. squatting or going down stairs. Irritation to the front of the knee is often addressed with ice, rest, and stretching the quads. However, it is important to look out for other structures that may be the source of pain. This is because when running, many muscles and joints are working at once to propel your body forward. In addition, every runner runs differently due to his/her own unique body structure and experience with running. Thus, it is important that we find the strengths and weaknesses in every runner, and provide an individualized plan that is appropriate for him/her. Evidence-based research shows that the body segments above and/or below the injured site often displays impairment(s) that causes stress to the painful site. For instance with knee pain, the hip and ankle shoulder be thoroughly screened. The most often impairment to the ankle that we see is lack of dorsiflexion range of motion. Dorsiflexion is the movement where an individual brings his/her toes towards the chest, such as walking on heels. Dorsiflexion range of motion plays a huge role when squatting, running, walking, jumping, and more. A simple fix to solve this problem is doing a calf stretch, with both knees straight and bent. As mentioned before, there are many reasons that a runner can experience knee pain-- one reason is lack of ankle mobility. In order to find what else that can be causing pain to your knee, check out JACO Rehab to get an individualized, one-on-one treatment with a physical therapist.

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SATURDAY MARCH 10, 2018 5:45 AM

HAWAII'S FIRST TRIATHLON OF YEAR! Course/ Entry Information

SWIM: A safe, fast 400 meter swim inside of the reef at Haleiwa Beach Park

Divisions / Awards / Information

INDIVIDUAL: Awards for top 3 Male & Female in 5 year age groups

near Haleiwa Canoe Club. Beach start, one wave going clockwise.

ELITE: Awards for top 3 Male & Female

BIKE: 12 Mile bike ride, 3 loops circling Haleiwa via Joseph P Leong by-pass

TEAMS: Awards for Male, Female & Mixed teams, top 3 in each division.

road & Kamehameha Hwy. Kamehamaha Hwy Mauka Lane closed to cars for

Geared bikes are only allowed in the team/relay division.

1.5 hours going in the East direction.

SINGLE SPEED: Awards for top 3 Male & Female, no teams in Single Speed.

RUN: 3 Mile out & back run that takes place on trails, WW2 runways & soft

Fixies must have a brake! Helmet required!

beach sand! Train hard! Do not trespass on the run course before race day!

INFORMATION, RULES & MAPS: www.haleiwatriathlon.com

ENTRY FEE/DEADLINE: $100 Individual / $125 Relay includes Finisher T-Shirt

* 808-372-8885 * Facebook: "North Shore & Haleiwa Triathlon"

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

CHECK IN & RACE DAY SIGN UPS: 4:00am - 5:00am * $5 donation to

LATE FEE after March 1st & Day of Race: $115 Individual / $140 Relay

Waialua High School Football for race day packet pickup & $15 late fee for race

Enter on line at: Active.com

day registration, IF AVAILABLE.

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

PACKET PICK UP & LATE REGISTRATION (IF AVAILABLE):

Hi 96797 *

• Tuesday March 6th at RUNNERS HI WAIPIO (near Costco) 3pm - 6pm

Checks payable to: North Shore Triathlon

• Wednesday March 7th at RUNNERS HI in Aiea from 3pm - 6pm

No refunds, no transfer of entries without approval. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone for any reason.

* L i m i t e d t o 2 0 0 p a r t i c i p a n t s!

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• Thursday March 8th at BOCA Hawaii from 3pm - 5pm

* Friday March 9 at Haleiwa Beach Park from 3pm - 5pm * P r i c e I n c re a s e a f t e r M a rc h 1 , 2 0 1 8

Benefits from Running Hawaii Pacific Health 10K.

The Hawaii Pacific Health Women’s 10K remains the only all women’s running event on Oahu, and I have been fortunate to have been a participant for many years. The race is moving from March to May this year, and I look forward to being a part of this high energy, supportive event once again. The weather may be a little warmer, but the spirit of the run will be the same. For me, running is not my strongest event in a triathlon, so it is what I need to work on the most. I recently came across this quote, and it perfectly illustrates how I look at training and racing. “Life is precious: celebrate love, laughter, joy, small victories, triumphs, big victories and togetherness.” What makes run training tolerable for me is training with friends.

TEXT BY

Christine Lawson

IMAGE BY

Jennifer Geske

The encouragement I receive from running with training partners allows me to continue when I would rather stop, and even pushes me beyond my perceived limits. But most importantly, it is more fun running with others. Friendly competition is a great motivator, and training buddies can help hold me accountable. Training with friends just makes running more fun. Along with running on the road, I have also been been running in the ocean. Due to a hip replacement, pavement running is not recommended for me, so running in the ocean has become my favorite form of running. Every Wednesday morning at 6:45 I am at Kaimana Beach, and coaches Raul and Mariane provide a challenging but fun workout. Again, having the support of fellow ocean runners makes the workout seem so much easier. More friends definitely equals more fun. Because I have had the benefits of training with KC Carlberg and Try Fitness, as well as with BOCA Hawaii, I have developed many close friendships with strong, determined women athletes. Their support and encouragement transcends athletic endeavors, and I cherish the friendships that training and racing have afforded me.

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This camaraderie was an unexpected consequence of training with a group, and one I value beyond measure. This level of friendship is also evident during the 10K itself. I have seen high school aged girls encouraging each other to a personal best, as well as mothers cheering on their young daughters. Young and old, we are bonded together by the challenge of completing the race, and by the satisfaction that training and racing with friends can bring. I am eager to be racing with my friends again this year.

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The Mid-Pacific Road Runners Club Presents the

Windward Half Marathon Readiness Series This series is designed to prepare runners for the Windward Half Marathon which will be held on March 25, 2018

Checkmark the race(s) you are entering:  Bob & Ron’s Manoa 5K, January 7, 2018, 7:00 a.m. Early entry deadline: Dec. 31, 2017

Packet Pick-up: Saturday, January 6, 2018, Running Room, 819 Kapahulu Avenue, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

 Chapson Diamond Head Dash 8K, January 21, 2018, 7:00 a.m. Early entry deadline: Jan. 14, 2018 Packet Pick-up: Saturday, January 20, 2018, Running Room, 819 Kapahulu Avenue, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

 Johnny Faerber 10K, February 4, 2018, 7:00 a.m. Early entry deadline: Jan. 28,2018

Packet Pick-up: Saturday, February 3, 2018, Running Room, 819 Kapahulu Avenue 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

 Kailua 10-Miler, February 25, 2018, 6:00 a. m. Early entry deadline: Feb. 18, 2018

Packet Pick-up: Saturday, February 24, 2018, Running Room, 819 Kapahulu Avenue, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Fees – entry fees do not include a shirt.

A Race Series shirt may be purchased below or separately on-line during registration. There are no separate shirts for each race. Some shirts may be available for purchase on race day. Race Series shirts are $15 each.

Early entry deadline to register for the series is Dec. 31, 2017: Members - $45, Non-members - $75, Life members - free Early entry for each race (no shirt): MPRRC Members - $15, Non-members - $25, Life members – free; Shirts $15 each Late entry for each race (no shirt): MPRRC Members - $25, Non-members - $35, Life members – free Race day entry (no shirt): $45

Please arrive early to secure your timing chip. Wear the chip around your ankle. Awards for the top three male and female finishers as well as 5-year age groups. For more information visit www.mprrc.com or call 808-2956777. To volunteer, please call 808-295-6777. You may also register at RunSignUp.com.

__________________________________________________________________________________________________ Windward Half Marathon Readiness Series. Please use ink, print legibly, and fill out the form completely. Last Name_________________________________ First Name__________________________ Address________________________________________________________________________ City________________________________________________State_____Zip_______________

Make check payable to:

MPRRC Mail entry & payment to:

Phone (day)__________________________Phone (evening)___________________________

TIMELINE Hawaii P.O. Box 25566 Honolulu, HI 96825

Email__________________________________________________________________________

Amount enclosed:

Date of Birth__________________________ Age on Dec. 31, 2017_______Gender_____

Race(s): $_________

Early entry only - Circle Shirt (adult sizes): XS Circle: Member

non-member

Life Member

Late entry

XXL Race Day entry

Shirt:

$_________

Total:

$_________

WAIVER: I know that walking/running in a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I will not enter and run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decisions of a race official relative to my ability to complete the race safely. I assume all risks associated with running this event including but not limited to, falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, including high heat and humidity, traffic and the conditions of the road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release any and all rights and claims for injuries and damages I may have against and agree to hold harmless the MidPacific Road Runners Club, Road Runners Club of America, the City and County of Honolulu, State of Hawaii, and all sponsors, their representatives and successors, from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising from my participation in this event, including pre- and post-race activities. I grant permission to all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings, or any other record of this event for any legitimate purposes.

__________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature/Signature of parent or guardian if entrant is under 18

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The Mid-Pacific Road Runners Club

Windward Half Marathon & 5K

With Keiki Fun Run In Support of the Boys & Girls Club – Windward Clubhouse Sunday, March 25, 2018, 6:0o am

Come join the fun at the Boys & Girls Club – Windward Clubhouse! Post-race expo with displays, shave ice truck, kids activities, and random prize drawings! Where: Boys & Girls Club, 145 S. Kainalu Dr., Kailua. Parking & Restrooms available next door at Kailua Middle School Half Marathon: 6:00 a.m. 5K Run: 6:15 a.m. Keiki Run: 7:00 a.m. Packet Pick-up: Friday, March 23, 2018, at the Running Room, 819 Kapahulu Avenue from 2:00pm to 6:00 pm Saturday, March 24, 2018, Hawaii Triathlon Center, 315 Ulunui St. Suite 105, Kailua. Please arrive early to secure your timing chip. Wear the chip around your ankle. Awards for the top three male and female finishers as well as 5-year age groups. For more information or to volunteer, visit www.mprrc.com or call 808-295-6777. You may also register at RunSignUp.com/Race/Kailua/HI/WindwardHalfMarathon&5K.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Windward Half Marathon & 5K. Please use ink, print legibly, and fill out the form completely.

Circle the race and applicable fee: Late (1-1 to 3-23)

FEES Half Marathon 5K Keiki Run

Early (by 12-31) $50 $35 $20

$60 $45 $25

Race Day $75 $60 $30

*Military discount applies to active duty military only.

Military Discount* -$15 -$10 -$10

Last Name_________________________________ First Name__________________________

Make check payable to:

Address________________________________________________________________________

Mail entry and payment to:

City________________________________________________State_____Zip_______________ Phone (day)__________________________Phone (evening)___________________________ Email__________________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth____________________________ Age on race day_______ Gender_____ Circle Shirt (adult sizes):

(child sizes)

MPRRC

TIMELINE Hawaii P.O. Box 25566 Honolulu, HI 96825 Fee

$________

Donation: $________ Total:

$________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature/Signature of parent or guardian if entrant is under 18

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HBL Annual Dinner

IMAGE BY

HBL & Dave Greer

Save the date: Saturday, January 27 2018 A fun evening at the Waikiki Aquarium with 350+ other supporters of the bicycling community! Come celebrate all the great accomplishments over the past year and help keep the momentum going in the future! Go to www.hbl.org/annualDinner for more information. Ride Aloha!

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Hawaii Pacific Health Women´s 10K Photos by Donna Ho

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For 40 years, the Hawaii Pacific Health Women’s 10K has been the premier all-women’s running event in Hawaii. Thousands of women have participated in this race over the years, celebrating women’s health and inspiring each other all the way to the finish. This event has a rich history of loving support among the participants, volunteers, sponsors and event planners. We look forward to you joining us again on Sunday, May 6, 2018 as we celebrate our 41st annual event.

HPHWomens10K.com | 808-371-4532 • Info@HawaiiPacificHealth.org | #HPHWomens10k

41st AnnuAl

HAWAI‘I PACIFIC HEALTH

WOMEn’s 10k & 5k Fun Run

The Hawai‘i Pacific Health Women’s 10K race brings together women of all ages in celebration of good health. Mothers and daughters, students, military and visitors make the Hawai‘i Pacific Health Women’s 10K a tradition.

HAWAI‘I’S PREMIER WOMEN’S RACE

@HawaiiPacificHealth

@HawaiiPacHealth

sundAy, MAy 6, 2018, 7 A.M.

WOMEN’S 10K RACE

PAYMENTS:

COURSE:

Make checks payable to: Na Wahine Racing, LLC Mail payment and application below to:

ENTRY FEE:

Na Wahine Racing, LLC 330 Cooke Street Honolulu, HI 96813

The 6.2-mile sanctioned race begins at Kapi’olani Park, goes through Diamond Head and Kahala and returns to the park. $25 Early Bird Online Registration (from Oct. 31 – Nov. 15, 2017) $35 Students and Military $45 Regular Online Registration (register by May 4, 2018; additional processing fee applies) $55 mail-In Registration (must be postmarked by May 1, 2018) $75 In-Person Registration (at packet pick-up or on race day)

nEW! WOMEN’S 5K FUN RUN RACE COURSE:

The 3.1 mile route begins at Kapi’olani Park, goes up Diamond Head, and returns at Kapi’olani Park. Start time 7:30 a.m.

ENTRY FEE:

$20 Early Bird Online Registration (from Oct. 31 – Nov. 15, 2017) $30 Students and Military $40 Regular Online Registration (register by May 4, 2018; additional processing fee applies) $50 mail-In Registration (must be postmarked by May 1, 2018) I $70 In-Person Registration (at packet pick-up or on race day)

PACKET PICK-UP:

• Friday, May 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00pm. Location TBA • Saturday, May 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00pm. Location TBA • Race Day, from 5:30 a.m. to 6:45 a.m., Kapiolani Park Bandstand

DIVISIONS/AWARDS:

• 10K: Awards will be presented to the top three in each division. • 5K: Awards will be presented to the top three finishers only.

PRIZES AND DRAWINGS:

Finishers of both the 10K Race and 5K Fun Run receive a rose, giveaway bag and race shirt. Finishers are also eligible for race-day prizes (must be present to win).

On-line registration at pseresults.com *Sorry, no refunds for both events

41st ANNUAL HAWAI‘I PACIFIC HEALTH WOMEN’S 10K • Sunday, May 6, 2018 • 7 a.m. ENTRY FEE: Online registration is also available; see entry fee options above. ___ I am signing up for the Women’s 10K Race

___ I am signing up for the Women’s 5K Fun Run

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Age on Race Day Last Name First Name _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street Address City State Zip Code Occupation _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ School name for School Challenge or company name for Corporate Challenge How did you hear about the race? _____________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Email Date of Birth T-Shirt Size (circle one): S M L XL ENTRy FEE: Online registration is also available; see entry fee options above.  $55 Mail-in (must be postmarked by May 1, 2018)  $75 In person at packet pick-up / race day I would also like to include a donation to Hawai‘i Pacific Health Women’s Services in the amount of:  $20  $30  $50  $100  $150  Other__________ Please mark the division you are participating in (only mark one). If you do not make a selection or if you choose more than one, you will be automatically entered in the “Age Division.”  Age Division  Stroller  Corporate Challenge  School Challenge  Hawai‘i Pacific Health Employee Challenge  Team (3 women) Have you done all 40 races?  yes  No How many years have you participated in the Women’s 10K? __________ Waiver and Release Statement: I agree to comply with the rules, regulations and event instructions of the Hawai‘i Pacific Health Women’s 10K. I am aware of and assume all risks associated with running this event, including, but not limited to, falls, contact with other participants, weather (heat and humidity), traffic and road conditions. In consideration for acceptance of this entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release Hawai‘i Pacific Health and its affiliates, City and County of Honolulu, State of Hawai‘i, the sponsors, agents, volunteers and representatives of this event from any and all injuries suffered by me in this event, including pre- and post-race activities. I attest that I am physically fit for participation and consent to receive medical attention, if necessary, during this event. I give permission for free use of my name, voice or photo in any broadcast, telecast, advertisement or promotion of this event.

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Signature / Signature of parent or guardian if under age 18

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Men 2:49:32 Evan De Hart 2:54:15 Adam Irons 2:55:03 Takahiro Oue 2:55:57 Humberto Baeza 2:58:35 Patrick Dolan Top 5 Women 2:22:15+ Brigid Kosgei Kenya 2:29:16 Nancy Kiprop Kenya 2:33:18 Joyce Chepkirui Kenya 2:39:32 Janet Rono Kenya 2:45:20 Yumiko Kinoshita Japan Men 2:08:27+ Lawrence Cherono Kenya 2:09:55 Wilson Chebet Kenya 2:10:38 Vincent Yator Kenya 2:12:19 Titus Ekiru Kenya 2:17:26 Festus Talam Kenya + New Course Records for both Women and Men Photo by Kevin Enriques

Oahu Date

Time

Event

Location

Contact

Run

January 1

7:00 AM

Bosetti 1st. Sunrise 10K.

Kealahou St., near Sandy Beach

www.mprrc.com

Tri

January 7

6:30 AM

Hawaii Triathlon Center Kids Triathlon

Kailua Beach Boat Ramp

www.hitricenter.com

Run

January 7

7:00 AM

Bob & Ron´s Manoa 5K.

Manoa

www.mprrc.com

Trail

January 13

6:00 AM

HURT 100

Hawaii Nature Center

www.hurt100.com

Biathlon

January 14

7:30 AM

Magic Island Biathlon

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.waikikiswimclub.org

Run

January 21

7:00 AM

Chapson Diamond Head Dash 8K.

Kapiolani Park

www.mprrc.com

Bike

January 28

7:00 AM

Sharon´s Ride, Bike Ride, 75k.

Kapiolani Community College

www.sharonsride/hawaii.com

Run

January 27

6:45 AM

Pearl Harbor 5k./10k.

Lehua Elementary School

alohaoutdoorsports@yahoo.com

Run

January 27

8:00 AM

Newman Center Fun Run

Newman Center, Manoa

808-988-6222

Run

January 28

7:30 AM

Sharon´s Ride, Bike Ride, 75k.

Kapiolani Community College

www.sharonsride/hawaii.com

Run

February 3

tba

Kukini Kuulima 5K.

Turtle Bay Resort

tba

Run

February 4

7:00 AM

Faerber´s 10K.

Kapiolani Park

www.mprrc.com

Biathlon

February 4

7:30 AM

Valentines Biathlon

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.waikikiswimclub.org

Run

February 10

7:00 AM

King of the Hill, 5K.

MCBH, Kaneohe

www.mccshawaii.com/races/

Run

February 17

8:00 AM

Great Aloha Run Keiki Run

Neal Blaisdell Center

keikirun@gmail.com

Run

February 19

7:00 AM

Great Aloha Run

Aloha Tower

www.greataloharun.com

Run

February 25

6:00 AM

Kailua 10 Miler

Kailua

www.mprrc.com

Bike

February 25

tba

Makaha Time Trial

Makaha

www.bicycleracinghawaii.org

Run

March 3

tba

KoleKole Pass 10K.

Schofield Barracks

tba

Bike

March 4

tba

Castle to Hanauma Time Trial

Castle Junction

www.bicycleracinghawaii.org

Tri

March 10

5:45 AM

Haleiwa Triathlon

Haleiwa Beach Park

www.haleiwatriathlon.com/

Adventure

March 10

tba

Bellows Outdoor Adventure Race

Bellows Airfield

www.mccshawaii.com/races/

Run

March 11

8:00 AM

Honolulu Rainbow Ekiden

Kapiolani Park

www.hawaii-event.com/en/rainbowekiden

Bike

March 11

tba

Pineapple Sprint

Pineapple Hill

www.bicycleracinghawaii.org

Trail

March 17

7:00 AM

Aiea Loop Express, 7 miles

Aiea Loop

www.hurthawaii.com

Run

March 18

6:45 AM

Loko Ea Fishpond 8k. Run & Walk

Haleiwa

www.facebook.com/Lokoeafunrun

Run

March 25

6:00 AM

Windward Half Marathon

145 S. Kainalu Drive

www.mprrc.com

Run

April 1

tba

Tantalus Time Trial

Tantalus

www.bicycleracinghawaii.org

Run

April 7

7:00 AM

Ford Island Bridge Run

Ford Island

www.greatlifehawaii.com

Swim

April 7

tba

Fin Swim

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.waikikiswimclub.org

Run

April 8

6:00 AM

The Hapalua, Half Marathon

Kapiolani Park

www.thehapalua.com

Trail

April 14

8:00 AM

Vi´s Top of Tantalus, 7 miles

Pu'u Ualaka'a State Park

www.hurthawaii.com

Tri

April 15

6:15 AM

Team JAMBA Lanikai Triathlon

Kailua Beach

www.bocahawaii.com/race

Tri

April 28

tba

Keiki Koa Kai Sprint Tri, Keiki Event

MCBH, Kaneohe

www.mccshawaii.com/races/

Tri

April 29

tba

Koa Kai Sprint Tri

MCBH, Kaneohe

www.mccshawaii.com/races/

Bike

April 29

7:00 AM

Haleiwa Metric Century Ride

Haleiwa

www.hbl.org

Tri

April 29

tba

Dash and Splash Biathlon

Kailua Beach Park

tba

Trail

May 5

7:00 AM

Kealia Quad Crusher, 9.2 miles

Dillingham Airfield

www.hurthawaii.com

Run

May 6

7:00 AM

Hawaii Pacific Health Women´s 10K.

Kapiolani Park

www.hphwomens10k.com

Run

May 12

7:00 AM

Wahiawa Pineapple Run 10K.

Wahiawa

pineapplerunhi@gmail.com

Tri

May 13

5:45 AM

Honolulu Triathlon

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.honolulutriathlon.com

Run

May 13

7:00 AM

Mothers Day 10K.

Pearl City

Tri

May 20

5:45 AM

North Shore Triathlon

Mokuleia Beach Park

www.northshoretriathlon.com

Run

May 20

tba

Honolulu Ekiden & Music

Kapiolani Park

www.hnlekiden.org

Swim

May 26

8:30 AM

OCC Diane Stowell Invitational Swim

Sans Souci Beach

tba

Run

May 27

5:30 AM

Hibiscus Half Marathon

Kapiolani Park

www.tropicaltriplecrown.com

Trail

June 9

7:00 AM

Mango Madness, 10 miles

Makiki Pumping Station

www.hurthawaii.com

Run

June 9

tba

Surf and Turf 5K.

MCBH, Kaneohe

www.mccshawaii.com/races/

Swim

June 9

9:00 AM

Aloha Salads Summer Sprint, North Shore Swim Series #1

Sunset Beach

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Swim

June 23

9:00 AM

Cholo´s Waimea Bay Swim, NSSS#2

Waimea Bay

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Run

July 4

7:00 AM

Kailua Freedom Run, 5K/10k.

Kailua High School

www.epilepsyhawaii.org

Run

July 4

tba

Runway Run 5K.

MCBH, Kaneohe

www.mccshawaii.com/races/

Trail

July 7

7:00 AM

Kaena Point Firecracker

Kaena Point

www.hurthawaii.com

Swim

July 7

9:00 AM

JACO Chun´s to Waimea NSSS#3

Chun´s Reef

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Run

July 15

6:30 AM

Mango Days 5K.

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.tropicaltriplecrown.com

Run

July 21

tba

Camp Smith Grueler 5K.

Camp Smith

www.mccshawaii.com/races/

Swim

July 21

9:00 AM

North Shore Soap Factory Swim NSSS#4

Laniakea

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Tri

July 22

tba

Tinman Triathlon

Kapiolani Park

www.tinmanhawaii.com

Trail

August 4

6:00 AM

Maunawilli Out and Back, 22 miles

Koólau Golf Club

www.hurthawaii.com

Swim

August 4

9:00 AM

Keawe Adventure North Shore Challenge, NSSS#5

Ehukai Beach

www.northshoreswimseries.com

Run

August 5

6:00 AM

BOCA Tamanaha 15K. Readiness Series #1

Kapilolani Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Run

August 19

7:00 AM

Coconut Chase 5K.

Ala Moana Beach Park

www.tropicaltriplecrown.com

Swim

August 25

tba

Duke´s Mile Ocean Swim

Waikiki

www.dukesoceanfest.com

Trail

September 1

5:30 AM

Tantalus Triple Trek, 50K.

Hawaii Nature Center

www.hurthawaii.com

Swim

September 1

8:30 AM

Waikiki Roughwater Swim

Waikiki

www.waikikiroughwaterswim.com

Run

September 2

6:00 AM

Runners HI 20k.

Barbers Point Elementary

www.808racehawaii.com

Swim

September 2

tba

Maui Channel Swim

Lanai to Maui

www.mauichannelswim.com

Swim

September 8

tba

North Shore 5K. Swim

Sunset Beach

www.northshore5kswim.com

Tri

September 9

tba

20th. Annual Na Wahine Triathlon

Kapiolani Park

www.nawahinefestival.com

Run

September 30

5:30 AM

Auto Source 25K.

Kailua Beach Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Run

October 21

5:00 AM

HMSA 30k.

Kapiolani Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Run

November 11

5:30 AM

Running Room Val Nolasco Half Marathon

Kapiolani Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Maui Events

EVENT or GROUP Missing? Email us to be included: hawaiisportmag@gmail.com Run January 14 5:30 AM Maui Oceanfront Marathon Wailea

www.mauioceanfrontmarathon.com

Run

February 10

6:30 AM

Run for the Whales, half, 10k., 5k. and walk

Maalaea

www.mauiwhalefestival.org/run-walk-whales

Run

March 4

7:00 AM

Maui 5K. for Kids

Maalaea

www.maui5k.org

Run

March 17

6:00 AM

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

Iao Valley

www.valleytotheseahalfmarathon.com

Run

May 5

8:00 AM

Na Holo Wahine, 5K., Women´s 5K.

Keopuolani Park

www.virr.com

Tri

September 9

tba

20th. Annual Na Wahine Triathlon

Kapiolani Park

www.nawahinefestival.com

Run

September 30

5:30 AM

Auto Source 25K.

Kailua Beach Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Run

October 21

5:00 AM

HMSA 30k.

Kapiolani Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Run

November 11

5:30 AM

Running Room Val Nolasco Half Marathon

Kapiolani Park

www.808racehawaii.com

Run

January 14

5:30 AM

Maui Oceanfront Marathon

Wailea

www.mauioceanfrontmarathon.com

Run

February 10

6:30 AM

Run for the Whales, half, 10k., 5k. and walk

Maalaea

www.mauiwhalefestival.org/run-walk-whales

Run

March 4

7:00 AM

Maui 5K. for Kids

Maalaea

www.maui5k.org

Run

March 17

6:00 AM

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

Iao Valley

www.valleytotheseahalfmarathon.com

Run

May 5

8:00 AM

Na Holo Wahine, 5K., Women´s 5K.

Keopuolani Park

www.virr.com

Run

June 2

tba

Kahakuloa Half Marathon / Relay

Kahakuloa

www.runnersparadiseinc.com

Bike

June 30

tba

Cycle to the Sun

Pa´ia

www.cycletothesun.com

Maui Events

Big Island Events Run

March 18

6:00 AM

Big Island International Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K

Hilo

www.hilomarathon.org

Bike

April 8

tba

Hawaii Century Ride

Hawaii

www.bicycleracinghawaii.org

Run

June 16

tba

Keiki Run, Kona Marathon event

Kona Commons Shopping Center

www.konamarathon.com

Run

June 24

tba

Kona Marathon

Waikoloa Beach Resort

www.konamarathon.com

Molokai Events Bike

January 13

tba

Molokai Uphill & 50K. ride

Molokai

www.bicycleracinghawaii.org

Bike

January 14

tba

Molokai Uphill & 100K. ride

Molokai

www.bicycleracinghawaii.org

Bike

February 18

tba

Mana Time Trial

Kauai

www.bicycleracinghawaii.org

Run

September 2

6:00 AM

Kauai Marathon

Poipu Road

www.thekauaimarathon.com

Kauai Events

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

IT&B 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 Pau Hana Wednesday Ride

IT&B, 569 Kapahulu Ave.

www.itbhawaii.com

Wed.

5:00 PM

Hawaii Triathlon Center Worlds

HTC, Kailua

808-282-0560

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

Sun.

7:00 AM

BOCA Hawaii Road Ride - Distance varies, 60+ miles

BOCA Hawaii, inquire in advance

www.bocahawaii.com

Mon.

5:45 PM

Lanikai Juice Monday Run

Lanikai Juice in Kapolei

www.lanikaijuice.com

Mon.

5:30 PM

GNC Run Club / Run 101

GNC - Ala Moana Shopping Center

808-941-5079

Mon. and Fri.

3:30 PM

Girls on The Run

Various locations

www.girlsontherunhawaii.org

Mon and Wed.

5:45 PM

Hawaii Running Lab

Volcanic Climbing and Fitness, 1212 Punahou St.

www.hawaiirunninglab.com

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

Various locations around Kailua

www.facebook.com/groups/windwardtrainingfreaks

Wed.

5:15 PM

Faerber´s Flyers

UH Track

www.hawaii.edu/run

Wed.

6:00 PM

Lanikai Juice Wednesday Runs

Kailua Lanikai Juice

www.lanikaijuice.com

Thur.

6:00 PM

Lanikai Juice Thursday Runs

Lanikai Juice in Kaka’ako

www.lanikaijuice.com

Fri.

6:30 PM

Friday Night Fireworks Run

Ala Moana Beach Park / Magic Island

www.mprrc.com

Sat.

8:30 AM

Honolulu Front Runners

Kapiolani Park

www.honolulufrontrunners.org

Sat.

7:00 AM

Lanikai Juice Kahala - Saturday Runs

4346 Waialae Ave.

www.lanikaijuice.com

Sun.

7:30 AM

Honolulu Marathon Clinic - March to December

3833 Paki Ave. - Kapiolani Park

www.honolulumarathonclinic.org

Tues.

5:15 PM

Lahaina Aquatic Center

mauimarie@yahoo.com

808-2819132

Wed.

5:15 PM

Kihei Aquatic Center

jim@runningshoepress.com

www.virr.com

Tue./Thur.

5:30 AM

Kam I (Walking)

808-280-5226

www.virr.com

Maui Running Company

Running on Maui

www.mauirunningco.com

Running on Oahu

Running on Maui

Training Groups 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

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

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

Trail Running

Oahu Trail Running Club

Running

www.facebook.com/groups/OahuTrailRunClub

run

Hawaii Running Project

Running

www.hawaiirunningproject.com

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Hawaii Triathlon Center

Youth and Adult Triathlon Training

www.hitricenter.com

Swim

JJ´s Swim & Fitness

Ocean Swimming at various locations

www.jjs-swim.com

Training Groups

Check out our online calendar at www.hawaiisportmag.com

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XTERRA December 3

IMAGE BY Hawaii Sport

Below: Jaco Van Delden celebrating his agegroup victory in the 10K.

Top: The overall winners from the XTERRA World Championship. Bottom: Top athletes from the Big Island, Bree Wee and Caitlyn Tateishi.

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Jen McVeay was busy handing out medals to the runners at the 808 Race Readiness Series Awards Dinner. Here it is number 1 and 2 James Jones and Kengo Yoshimoto. Third was Pete Boksanski. In the WomenÂ´s division it was Susan Burr, Joan Durazzo and Carly Forte that took top honors overall.

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MY 3 FAVORITE TIPS ON HOW TO JUGGLE WORK, WORKING OUT AND BEING A MOM TEXT BY

MARIANE UEHARA

IMAGE BY TIM MARR I'm still figuring out how to balance being a mom living in the present, being efficient with my work, and enjoying a daily workout. I often feel guilty if I want to go for a sunrise run instead of waking up with Sky and eating breakfast with her. Or if I have to work more rather than spend time playing with her. However, the days that I don’t get any work done, I find myself worrying about the things I didn’t accomplish. And when I don’t get to exercise, I'm not as productive and happy throughout the day. As a new mom, I often rely on my experienced friends for tips on how we can work things out. So I asked a few of these fit working mommas to share one tip on how they juggle work, exercise and being a mom. Their responses were more than just tips, they poured their heart out with honesty and love. Each mother, family, and lifestyle is unique in their own way, but I found a few commonalities in all their answers. So here are my three favorite tips on how mothers can do it all.

Be Present Fully dedicate your attention to the moment; whether it's spending time with family, working or exercising be engaged in the present. Parenthood teaches us how precious time is. These days, we might have less time to do all the things we want, but being mindful of what's in front of us lets us savor each moment and become more loving, efficient and content. Be Flexible Life is a beautiful mess now. We have to combine our goals, schedules, and desires with the little ones as well as our partners. Having a plan to get everything done is key, but having the mental flexibility to recreate the plan when things don’t go the way we expected is even more important. And that leads to the third tip... Let it go Let go of the mommy guilt; be the role model you wish for your children. Let go of perfection in the way you do things, and let your partner help in his/her way. Let go of laundry and go play with your kids. Let go of the big and long-term plans, because life is right here and right now. (go back to the first tip!) Thank you for all the mommas that have been following their joy, sharing the struggles, and finding the solutions to be role models for our children. You all inspire me more than you know!

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Breathe into the Trudge and exhale to the Calm

HLH:GED Breathe into the Trudge and exhale to the Calm

TEXT BY

Competition, whether it’s a 10K road race, a four- to six-hour paddle, a triathlon, marathon or Ironman, will provide the Trudge in the form of fatigue, muscles soreness, severe pain, dehydration and exhaustion.

Brad Yates

IMAGE BY Family Photo

The Trudge can be defined as any negative emotion that occurs during competition, travel, or life in general. The Calm is defined as feeling settled, clear and confident in your ability to perform under pressure. TRUDGE Travel, especially to foreign countries with multiple flights, connections, longs lines, the possibility of missed flights, lost luggage and jet lag, offers multiple situations to experience the Trudge.

Life, during the course of any given day, comes with a series of obstacles that can be defined as Trudge, whether it’s relationships, accidents, natural disasters and or the simply stuff that just happens.

Find Brad Yates at Hi Level www.bradyates.com

CALM To breathe into the Trudge and reach the Calm, inhale though your nose and fill your diaphragm from the top of your chest to your abdomen. Pause. Make your mouth as round and small as possible. Use your core muscles, reverse the action and forcefully expel the entire breath through your mouth. Repeat the action as needed. Note: Be sure to get a full breath in and exhale completely. Performance Breathing in this manner can help with the preparation, execution and completion. It includes 4 essential phases: The settle down, be aware, prepare and execute. Settle Down: The ability to inhale and forcefully exhale (make the taaaa sound) to let go of the Trudge and restore a sense of calmness and clarity. With practice, two or three forceful exhales should do the job. Be Aware: The ability to use slow, deliberate, calming breaths to restore your present moment awareness. To be mindful and connect with the reality of your situation and be clear of what you want to accomplish. Prepare: The ability to use gentle and relaxed breaths to evaluate, reflect and visualize the results you want to produce. To focus on seeing yourself being alert, ready and performing in the best possible way.

Amy Woodward

Execute: The ability to use a shortened (30% to 40%) inhale and an explosive exhale to perform with power and accuracy. To use your breath and core to create a burst of energy as you complete the movement. These four styles of Performance Breathing should be mastered. For best results they need to be available as automatic responses to moments of the Trudge. Amy Woodward speaks to breathing through the Trudge. “Our crew from Outrigger Canoe Club was racing in the Hawaiki Nui regatta in Tahiti. The race lasted for 2 hour and 15 minutes. For the last 30 minutes, I was going in and out of the Trudge. My hydration system had failed and my vision was narrowing. Performance Breathing helped me maintain my consciousness. For the last 15 minutes, I have no memory of what happened and for the last three minutes I was out in my seat. At the finish, they put me in an ambulance. The medical staff was speaking French and I was afraid for my well–being. I used the rhythmic breathing to keep me calm. As their efforts to rehydrate me began to work I was able to calm down and be grateful for my good fortune. I remember thinking, “Hey, Brad Yates, your breathing saved me. It helped me through some major Trudge!”

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Family Life

「子育て中の仕事とランニング」

and Running

TEXT BY Yuko Lin Nakai

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Yuko Lin Nakai

Women’s 10kのプロモーションが始まったので、今回は女性としての家庭での役割、仕事、そしてランニングとのバランスの事を書こうと思います。怪我で最近は走っていない事もあって、一歩引いた目線で振り返ることができるかな？と思います。子供を持つ前は自由に制限されること無く、とっても楽しく仕事をしていたので、子供が生まれてからは予想していたとはいえ、全く身動きが取れなくなくなったように感じました。自分の時間は無くなって、予想できない（したくない）事が次々起こります。例えば、子供を学校に送り仕事の事を考え始めたとたんに「吐いたのでお迎えしてください」。しかも兄弟同時には風邪をひいてくれず、いつも順番に。宿題のお手伝いが必要無くなってきた頃、今度は放課後のスポーツアクティビティなどもさせてあげたいので送迎などお手伝いが必要です。そんなわけで、私の時間はフレキシブルにしておく必要があり、少しずつ、もっと在宅で出来る仕事や子供達の就寝後にできる仕事にシフトしてきました。そしてまた、時間の使い方を変えてきました。例えば、火曜日、私がPBT(パーソナルトレーニング by Jonathan Lyau)の皆とチームで走っている間、子供はアラモアナビーチでスイムチームと泳いでいます。こんな風に時間を使うようになってきました。お料理もそうで、栄養バランスは良く、でも簡単で早く作れるものを心がけています。出かけている間に調理の出来るスロークッカーは良く利用します。最近寒くなってきたので鍋もよく食べますが、簡単で、どんな味付けにしても美味しい鍋は最高です！そして、私にとってのランニング。走ることはストレス発散、簡単に気持ちを切り替える事も出来て、その後の仕事にも集中できます。チームでの練習は、走るだけじゃ無く、友達と過ごす楽しい時間となっています。両立にはバランスが大事と言われていますが、それは、日頃それぞれに使う時間や気持ちの量のことを指す事が多いような気がします。ところが、私の経験の上では、いつも同じように時間をかけたり気持ちを入れたりするのが難しいのです。いつも様々な事が起こって来るので、同じように時間を使っているわけにいかないのです。もし子供が風邪をひいたり問題がある時には、子供との時間を増やしますし、仕事で大きなプロジェクトのある時には、仕事の割合を増やします。そして本気のマラソンレースが迫っている時には、その為の時間も気持ちも増やします。日々起こる色んな事に対応しながら、その時々のバランスで良いのではないのかなと思います。最終的に母親として、社会の一員として、そしてランナーとして、自分の成長を感じられる組み合わせで過ごしていたら、毎日は幸せで楽しくて、充実してくるのだと感じています。みなさまのバランスは、どうですか？

If I have a big race coming up, I might think in a different way, like ‘I should have same routine and skip consistency’ but right now I’m injured and taking off from running, so this might be making an excuse. Before I had any children, I had been working freely without any restrictions. As anyone would expect, once I had children, I felt very stuck. I felt that I had no time for myself. There were, and still are, many curveballs thrown my way, like thinking that I had dropped my kids off at school and switched to working mode, and then receiving a phone call that they got sick. They also don’t get sick all at once, they take turns catching the illness. My children also want to do activities after school, which I want to encourage and support like everyone else. As a result of all of this, I need to be able to be very flexible with my time. I started shifting towards work that would allow me to work at home more often, allow me to work after my children sleep, or work that would generally accommodate this life. I also started to realize how important the use of my time was. For example, on Tuesdays, I workout with “Team Personal Training by Jonathan Lyau”. During this time, my son has swim practice at Ala Moana Beach. This time of me running while he swims aligns very well, and this ability to adjust and plan my schedule so things can line up became increasingly important. This also holds true for cooking. I’ve learned to cook easy, fast, but nutritious meals to make it more efficient. I love slow cookers, which I can use to cook our dinner in the morning. And I love making hot pot, especially now in cold weather. It’s easy and fast, but it’s packed with a lot of vegetables and protein. And it’s taste great with any style!!! As for running, it’s my stress reliever. I run to refresh my feelings, thoughts, and overall emotional and mental state. After running, I’m also able to focus on my work better. There’s a great social aspect to it as well. Running is not just running when you’re with a group, it’s also a time to chat with friends, and it is my reward.

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I think everyone reads or hears that balance is super important, but by balance, most believe time or effort is being measured. Through my experience, however, the time and effort that gets put into something always changes because so many things can change or go wrong. I might put more time into my children while if they get sick, I’ll put more time into work if a big project is going on, or I’ll put more time into running if I have a marathon race soon. Life happens, things come up, and we can’t really count on things to remain constant so I think any “balance” really, is okay. I end up growing in all aspects of my life by putting varied levels of time and effort into different things at different times, and I can really feel myself developing as a mother, as a member of society, and as a runner; and that combination makes me happy, and my life enjoyable! What do you think?

Colleen Webb Journalist

There’s more to life than just financial goals. At Ameriprise Financial, we take the time to understand what’s truly important to you. Together, we’ll develop a financial plan customized for your life – to help you live more confidently today. And tomorrow. Thomas Mark, CFP,® CRPC® Financial Advisor An Ameriprise Platinum Financial Services® practice 808.792.5965 1585 Kapiolani Blvd, Ste 1630 Honolulu, HI 96814 thomas.x.mark@ampf.com ameripriseadvisors.com/thomas.x.mark

Investment advisory products and services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., a registered investment adviser. © 2015 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved. (10/15)

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VENTURE Race Hawaii

edition

CONGRATULATIONS, Biki Photo Challenge Winners! PHOTO: Stephanie Hsu

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Best Costume PHOTO: Janice Ng

Amanda & Joy - Race Directors PHOTO: Reshmi Agarwal

Fastest Team

PHOTO: LeeAnn Watanabe

Most Liked Video Winner PHOTO: Lauren Seaman

Coeur Heart Photo Challenge Winner PHOTO: Karen Sanders

written by Joy Secritario & Amanda Han So once again, a year goes by of a blessed life. 365 days later, we are back at it. Bigger and better, with a vision of fun, adventure, FB, Instagram, Boomerang, and the best of girlfriends. What more can put the biggest smile on your face and get your race pace adrenaline moving forward. After all, it’s all about living life, being happy, sharing your heart, and maybe a little chica competition. As partners in crime, we have such a balance, and blast creating this venture for our best girlfriends. Most of us have been in the triathlon community for over 10 years. So being one of the plus 10, maybe even plus 20, how can we add a little spice into our racing lives. Part of our vision is to blow up social media, and have people say “what the heck was that,” so they would want to get in on the fun. The one day of pure belly laugh competition, and being part of Women in Racing! So I hope you followed us on Saturday, December 3 through our craziness, fun, laughter, and friendships. Please stay tuned for Venture Race Hawaii 3, which promises to be bigger, have more belly laughs, and the possibility of opening it up to our triathlon brothers that sometimes “get chicked” by their tough women. With love and aloha from our Coeur hearts..... Joy Joy and Amanda Mahalo to our sponsors: Boca Hawaii, Biki Hawaii, JACO rehab, Tony Pace Realty, Roka, Coeur Sports, BioAstin, Tea at 1024, Inspirations Furniture, Venture Hawaii, 2Crazy Wahines, Mapei-Stephen Pazienza, Bonnie Leong Cookies, Jeff Ling, and hawaii.live. A special thank you to our volunteers: Hina, Mei, Shawn, Shane, Gary, Jeff, Deena, Reshmi. Of course to our racer girls, for a great start to holiday cheer. Our donations for charity went to Toys for Tots to share our life’s blessings. Happy Holidays from Venture Race Hawaii. A Hui Hou!

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Joy & Amanda PHOTO: Stella Cabana

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