Volume 5, Issue 1 • january 2013 •
Record field turns out for Jingle Bells 2-Miler
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Corporate 5K
New Year Resolutions
Team CAPTAIN Planning MEETING DATES
Aiming for New Heights
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The Dreaded Side Stitch
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Don & Denise’s Den
Brevard offers lots of opportunities for family exercise
In This Issue: Jingle Bells Gamer..............3 The Next Steps..................4 Corporate 5k Team Captain Planning...............5 Running Zone January Special.............................5 New Year Resolutions Aiming for New Heights.....6
Exercising as a family is a great bonding opportunity and creates a connection with your children that could last a lifetime
New Products at Running Zone....................6 Shona Price: Why I Run......7 Thank You Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon Volunteers.........................7 Gecko Club January Special.............................7 The Dreaded Side Stitch......8 New Balance January Special.............................8 Excalibur 10-Miler Registration Form...............9 Excalibur 10-Miler Training Program.............11 Running Zone Foundation Race Series Registration....12 2013-14 Running Zone Foundation Race Series Calendar........................14 Gecko Club Registration...15
Happy New Year to Everyone! We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season. The start of a New Year brings with it the cliché of the New Year’s Resolutions of getting into shape, learning something new or self improvement. The focus of this month’s Den is to discuss getting the entire family “moving” in the right direction here in Brevard County.
I read an article on www.healthiergeneration.org over the holidays that indicated Florida has the 39th highest childhood obesity rate in the United States. I am not sure what this rate is here in Brevard County, but the trend of obesity is increasing everywhere. The article also indicated that 27.5% of youth in Florida are overweight or obese and obese children are more likely to become obese adults. And if you’re overweight as a child, your obesity in adulthood is likely to be more severe. So the changes we make now can help our children live longer and healthier lives.
The article goes on to indicate the amount of time we as parents spend physically active can influence the amount of time our children are physically active. The recommendation is for adults to exercise at least 30 minutes every day and youth need at least 60 minutes. The good news is there are lots of opportunities to
The recommendation is for adults to exercise at least 30 minutes every day and youth need at least 60 minutes. get involved in exercise in Brevard County. We have many free group runs/walks in many different areas of the county, lots of local organized running and walking events and lots of parks throughout the county. This is also a great bonding opportunity and connection with your children that could last a lifetime. The joy of exercising together as a family is incredible. It is easy to get started but as parents, you probably will need to take the first step. Sorry to be so serious but we feel pretty strongly about trying to reverse this trend in Brevard County! I hope you and your family will start (or continue) moving together for a healthier future. Best Wishes for a Great New Year,
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Record field turns out for Jingle Bells 2-Miler By Mark DeCotis
Indialantic’s Andrew Cacciatore had yet to take the winter running break mandated by Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy cross country and track coach Doug Butler so the Tigers junior figured he might as well enter the Jingle Bells 2-Miler on Dec. 21. Well, Cacciatore, 17, the 2013 Florida High School Activities Association Class 1A state cross country championship runner-up didn’t just run the 2-Miler, he won it, beating former Holy Trinity teammate Cole Oliver by 10 seconds – 9:50.2 to 10 minutes flat. Melbourne’s Peter Clusener, 36, was third in 10:03.5, breaking up what would have been a Holy Trinity sweep of the top spots at the Satellite Beach Public Library. Holy Trinity runner Trevor Kattenberg, 14, of Satellite Beach was fourth in 10:07.1 and Butler’s son and former Holy Trinity runner Kyle Butler, 25, was fifth in 10:17.1. Speaking of sweeps, Satellite Beach native, Melbourne resident and pro triathlete Kaitlin Donner remained undefeated in Running Zone Race Series events this season, winning the women’s title in 10:31. Donner was 10th overall in winning her fourth series race. She also won the 2013 Space Coast Half-Marathon women’s overall championship for the second straight year. “Running Zone always puts on a great race and brings out the competition,” said Donner who grew up in Satellite Beach as Kaitlin Shiver. “I really just used this race to see where my base speed is. I’ve done no speed work, just base miles, 55 to 60 miles a week to get ready for the tri season and seems to be a theme that I respond really well to the base mileage.” Donner certainly got her miles in on race day, running in the morning, riding with husband and triathlete Ed Donner and then running the mile and a half or so from her family’s home to the library to do the race. For Cacciatore the race capped a fall season that saw Holy Trinity’s boys and girls win Class 1A state team titles, the first double for the Tigers since 2006. The championships were the 12th and 13th for Butler, the winningest cross country coach in Florida history. He will run the 2-mile in the track season and then prepare himself for another run at a cross country individual and team title next fall. “Coach Butler has built up the program so much that it sets a standard for what everybody else has to run,” said Cacciatore. Shane Streufert, 41, of Viera, won the Jingle Bells Male Master’s title in 10:36.4 while Melbourne’s Julie Hannah, 40, of Melbourne
Indialantic’s Andrew Cacciatore wins the 2013 Jingle Bells 2-Miler in 9:50.2.
Allison Stauffer of Titusville (1605) joins Running Zone’s Erin Lane Shuck (right) in recognizing participants who not only competed but competed in costume.
The mass of humanity waits at the Jingle Bells starting line. A Running Zone Race Series record of 1,982 participants registered and 1,693 took times.
Spiderman – otherwise known as Robert Myers of Satellite Beach – took time out from his superhero duties to complete the Jingle Bells 2-miler.
was the Women’s Master’s winner in 12:32.6. The season’s most festive event drew a series record 1,982 registered participants and 1,693 who took times. Team Running Zone – Clusener, Donner, Luke Redito , Steve Hedgespeth and Beth Mihlebach - won the team title with a combined time of 53:29, edging Long Doggers Club of Michael Fisher, Dillon McGee, Streufert, Nathan Wick and Dina Viselli (55:30). Next up in the race series is the 7 a.m. Feb. 15 Meerkat Mosey 3K at the Brevard Zoo. For complete race information visit Happy young – and future – runner exults as he www.runningzone.com or call 321-751-8890. crosses the finish line in the Jingle Bells kids run.
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Satellite Beach native and Melbourne resident Kaitlin Donner wins the women’s overall title in 10:31.2. Donner is unbeaten in Running Zone Race Team Running Zone celebrates its team victory in the Jingle Bells Series events this season. 2-Miler.
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Saturday, February 15th, 2014 7:00am – No Monkey Business 7:35am – Scenic Route, Brevard Zoo Running Zone’s Erin Lane Shuck congratulates Jingle Sheila Pavlick of Melbourne crosses the Bells 2-Miler Women’s Masfinish line in 16:49.7 ter’s winner Julie Hannah of Melbourne. and in fine form.
Indian Harbour Beach Montessori team proudly displays its race plaque.
Smiles at the finish line were the rule of the night at the Jingle Bells 2-Miler including a big grin from Melbourne’s Richelle Samuels (500), Melbourne’s Meghan Roberts (in bunny suit) and Satellite Beach’s Aiden Gonzals (1954).
Kelly Semenko of Melbourne crosses the finish line with a jolt of extra effort. She finished in 16:22.7.
What would a Christmas holiday race be without Santa Claus helper Michael Fouriner of West Melbourne taking time out to run?
Palm Bay’s Jim Clamons crosses the finish line in 20:51.1, capping a fine evening for a run.
Susie Bond of Indialantic is decked out in her holiday finest before the race.
The Running Zone Race Management team – which makes the magic work race in and race out – was all smiles after Jingle Bells. Well done folks.
This 1.8-mile course offers plenty of animal viewing opportunities and the chance to spend a fun day at the Zoo for 50% of the entry fee* • Check out Zoo Animals during the Run/Walk • Fun Meerkat Awards • 50% Off Admission for All Participants on Race Day* • Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kid's Run • Breakfast catered by Pizza Gallery & Grill! • Benefits Brevard Zoo • Random Giveaway of one day Disney Tickets and 1 hotel night stay for two! *Must show participant's race number for discounts to Zoo.
Young race fans take in all the action at Jingle Bells 2-Miler.
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Corporate 5K Team Captain Planning By Mark DeCotis
The Running Zone Foundation has set the important dates for the Thursday, March 13 Corporate 5K to be hosted by FIT Aviation. The Wednesday, Jan. 15 informational meeting – 6 p.m. at Running Zone – kicks things off. A 6 p.m. Feb. 12 team captains’ meeting, also at Running Zone, follows. The Packet Pick-Up Party is set for 6 p.m. March 11 at Running Zone with the race set for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 13 at FIT Aviation at the Melbourne International Airport. The theme for the fourth annual race is “Improve the bottom line, shrink the waistline, see you at the finish line.” FLORIDA TODAY Communications and Health First Health Plans are presenters for the event that benefits the United Way. Designed to promote health and fitness among Brevard County companies and their employees, this workplace fitness program starts with an eight-week Fit n’ Fun Training Program and concludes with the race.
Highlights are:
n Get Started (Eight-Week Training Program) Fit n’ Fun Training Program Provided (Jan. 17 – March 14) n Awesome Office Party (St. Patty’s Day theme) n Celebrate with co-workers, family and friends
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dates 1 • 1/15/14 2 • 2/12/14 3• 3/11/14 4 • 3/13/14
Purchase a regularly priced pair of shoes & receive
25% off a top & bottom
& a free Corporate 5k participants wear their team shirts in the 3rd annual race designed to promote health and fitness in the workplace.
n Free T-shirt to all run walk finishers n Create a team, identify a team captain and sign up individuals to your company team. Registration must be through a corporate sponsor. The price per team member is $23 until March 1. It increases to $28 starting March 1 until the day before the race. There is no race day registration. For more information call Running Zone at 321-751-8890 or email info@runningzone.com
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Wednesday, 1/15/14 6:00 pm @ Running Zone
Wednesday, 2/12/14 6:00pm @ Running Zone
BENEFITING:
Improve the bottom line, Shrink the waistline, See you at the finish line!
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Informational Team Captains' Packet Pick-up Race Day! Thursday, Meeting Party Meeting Tuesday, 3/11/14 6:00 pm @ Running Zone
3/13/14 6:30pm @ FIT Aviation
Questions? 321-751-8890 or email: info@runningzone.com
pair of socks &
$5 discount to Pirate Plunder 2 Miler
3696 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne, FL 32935 • 321-751-8890
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New Year Resolutions Aiming for New Heights By Mark DeCotis
n Jayne Preisinger Goehmann: To stop signing up for so many races. Luckily, I never stick to my resolutions. n Marla Hall: Try to not get injured and get faster on the full marathons. n Cathynia Spence-Hernandez: It's my only resolution, run longer and run faster. n Andrea LaBonte: My first full marathon and a sub two-hour half by the end of the year. n Jack Lightle: My resolution is to continue showing up at the Starting Line for the Running Zone and/or Space Coast Runners series, but it is not getting any easier.
The New Year presents new challenges for Space Coast runners and here are some New Year’s resolutions aimed at scaling new heights.
best running years behind me, it gives me great pleasure helping others achieve things they didn't think possible.
n Andrew Adams: Try not to get run over, and log 750+ miles this year. And finish the 2014 Dopey upright and under my own power.
n Peter Clusener: Staying healthy. Keeping running routine fun and fresh. Running in beautiful places and new places. Enjoying myself.
n Sebastian Aravena: Run faster.
n Sarah Anne Deibner: Break 19 minutes in a 5K and run a 600-mile summer. n David Drury: Train for an ultra.
n Barry Birdwell: Completely integrate a nutrition plan into my Big Sur Marathon training (vegan). Convert a non-runner into a runner. Gain skills in online-virtual coaching. (Wife) Michele and I are headed to Edinburgh, Scotland in June taking runners from all over the USA with us. n Michele Birdwell: Get my brother Guy to run a half-marathon with me in memory of mom. n Kylie Burket: Run my first full marathon. n Doug Butler: For 2014 I would like to be healthy and run everyday possible. Life gets busy and stressful and running is the one thing in life you are in complete control of. I would also like to help as many people as possible in 2014 reach their running goals. With all my
n Rene Dunne: I plan to keep my miles up and train for my next full marathon, which is Savannah Rock n Roll. n Cathy Friedel: My running resolution is to improve my strength, flexibility and core to stay injury free and run well in the Gate River Run (15K), and my two Half-Ironman races (Florida 70.3 in April and Worlds 70.3 in Mont Tremblant in September). And, hopefully, keep up with my daughter, Sydney, on the shorter races. n Suzy Fleming Leonard: My New Year’s resolution for running is to try and get faster. It’s fun to chug along at a 12-minute pace and chat with my friends, but I’m ready to see if I have it in me to increase my speed.
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n Aimee Long: First full marathon since I did my first half this past February. n Greg Mills: Three full marathons and 1,400 miles. n Brant Patrick Parsons: 1,000 miles and 365 days of running. n Samantha Chaitt Peterson: My first halfmarathon this coming March. n Susan Daniels Petracco: Glass Slipper Challenge, then Excalibur two weeks later. n Shona Price: I want to run my first full marathon. I signed up for one in October. n Candi Pulsifer: Two full marathons, three half-marathons . n Marty Winkel: This year was the first year since 1986 that I did not run at least one marathon during the year. My New Year’s resolution is to run at least one marathon in 2014 and hopefully run three. n Gail Bardin Wiseman: Just to keep being consistent like I was in 2013.
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Shona Price: Why I Run By Mark DeCotis
Shona Price, 36, has been running for six years. The Suntree resident, wife and mother, is an editor at FLORIDA TODAY. Price, who recently completed the Space Coast Half-Marathon in 2:07:04, is a graduate of Titusville High and the University of Central Florida. Why do I run: Although I find it challeng-
ing, it’s such a great feeling when I finish a long or tough run. And although I’m not that fast, I can still run faster than other people my age, and that feels pretty good, too.
Where do I run and why: I usually run around my Suntree neighborhood, because of the convenience. If I have more time, I like to run on Tropical Trail from Oars and Paddles Park in Indian Harbour Beach, because it’s shady and pretty.
When do I run and why: I like to run early in the morning because if I wait until after work, it won’t happen. And I have more energy in the morning, too.
Shona Price (4247) legs out Suntree Turkey Trot.
With whom do I run: By myself. Although,
my daughter (10 years old) is starting to get in to running, so I’m hoping she will be my new running buddy soon.
Worst running experience you learned the most from: I haven’t had anything re-
ally terrible happen to me. Yet.
Thank You for Volunteering for the Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon 2013 and thank you for making it a success! It is difficult to express how thankful we are for all of the volunteers that helped with the 42nd Anniversary of the Space Coast Marathon and Half Marathon. We had approximately 450 volunteers involved in the weekend's events. Course marshals, aid stations, finish line area, food & refreshments, start corrals, cleanup and many other areas
all needed volunteers and we had a great response this year to fill all of these positions. Participants of the race emailed and posted great reviews and these are directly a result of your efforts. Please visit the Space Coast Marathon facebook page for some of the awesome reviews. Again, thank you so much for volunteering and making the
Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon an event that participants want to come back year after year. If you have not returned your uniforms, please do so to Running Zone at your convenience. We did the drawing for the free pair of shoes from Running Zone and the winner is Erin Carrigan! Congratulations!
Blast Off 2014 - Sunday, Nov. 30th! Please mark your calendars for next year's Space Coast Marathon and Half Marathon if you would like to volunteer.
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The Dreaded Side Stitch
By Richard C. Wilson, DPM, Melbourne Podiatry Associates Tim was 2 miles into his daily run and was feeling good. He decided to quicken his pace, and he felt great for the next quarter mile. Suddenly, an intense sharp pain began on his right side, severe enough to stop him in his tracts. Side stitch struck again! Side stitches are among the most painful conditions that can affect a runner. It is a severe, sudden pain that occurs beneath the ribcage, usually on the right side. The condition only occurs during exercise and resolves spontaneously. It is also referred to as side ache, side cramp, side crampie, stitch, side stitch, and by its official medical name, exercise-related transient abdominal pain (ETAP). Although originally reported in runners, the condition is most frequent in swimmers. An epidemiological study found that 75% of swimmers suffer ETAP, compared to 69% of runners, 62% of equestrians, 52% of aerobics participants, 47% of basketball players, and 32% of cyclists. Many theories of the cause of ETAP have been proposed, but the true cause remains unknown. Originally, it was thought that the
Many theories of the cause of ETAP have been proposed, but the true cause remains unknown.
by drinking water before and during running is helpful. Strengthening of the core muscles (abdominals, lower back, and obliques) is important. “Belly-breathing” with full exhalation is recommended, as well as gradual increase of workout intensity. If one still suffers from ETAP despite the preventive measures, several different treatments can be attempted to stop the pain. Simply slowing down or even walking for a short distance will stop the stitch in many runners. Another recommended technique is to lean forward and walk 10 steps. This maneuver can be combined with pushing firmly with the hand on the painful area beneath the ribcage. Still another treatment is to raise both arms above the head and inhale and exhale forcefully until pain subsides. Finally, the “acupinch”
Many theories of the cause of ETAP have been proposed, but the true cause remains unknown. condition resulted from the stomach and the liver pulling on the diaphragm, irritating the ligaments that connect these structures. However, swimming does not produce a downward force on these organs, suggesting that this theory is not valid. Other theories of causation include shallow breathing; strain on visceral ligaments by a fluid-engorged gut; spinal imbalances; and, most plausibly, contraction of the liver and spleen as they squeeze extra oxygen-rich red blood cells into the circulation, resulting in high pressure within these organs. For unknown reasons, ETAP most commonly affects younger athletes and those who are less conditioned. It is unrelated to body mass or gender. The amount of pre-exercise stretching is not related. The only consistent risk factor appears to be eating food within 3 hours of running, or drinking fruit juice or high-carbohydrate drinks just before, or during, exercise. Even though the cause of ETAP is unknown, several preventive measures have been suggested. These include allowing your pre-run meal to digest at least 2-3 hours before running, and avoiding fruit juice before and during running. Avoidance of dehydration
technique can be helpful. This acupressure technique involves pinching the upper lip between the thumb and index finger squeezing firmly until the pain subsides. The acupinch is also useful for the treatment of muscle cramps while running. As can be seen, the prevention and treatment techniques are varied, and reflect the uncertain cause of ETAP. Even though we don’t understand why they work, they are nonetheless effective in most runners. ETAP remains one of the more mysterious conditions in sports medicine. Fortunately however, despite the severity of its pain, it is a benign and self-limiting process. Dr. Wilson, a Melbourne native and Florida Gator, earned his doctorate degree from the Illinois College of podiatric Medicine in Chicago. After completing a surgical residence in Chicago, Dr. Wilson returned to Melbourne where he has been practicing with Melbourne Podiatry Associates for 30 years. The good doctor is passionate about his profession; running – a sport in which he has reveled for more than 45 years – and writing, particularly about all things running and foot related.
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Excalibur 10 Miler Training Program Running Zone Foundation & Coach Valerie Feldbauer invite you to build strength and endurance for your Excalibur 10 Miler journey by joining this comprehensive 12-week training program, which runs from December 8th to March 2nd (race day).
Customized program schedule, including core endurance workouts Sunday morning coached group sessions 3 mid-week group runs (fluids provided) Mondays at 6:00 p.m. - Pizza Gallery & Grill, Viera Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. - Eau Gallie Library Pier Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. - Running Zone Various wellness seminars throughout the program Technical (moisture wicking) training shirt 10% discount at Running Zone during program Discounted race entries: Jingle Bell (12/21) & Brevard Zoo’s Meerkat Mosey (2/15)
Training Program Entry Fee - $75 (Race registration fee not included.)
Prepare for thy Quest, Enjoy thy Journey, Find thy Glory! Saturday, December 7th @ 9:30 a.m. - Informational Meeting at Running Zone Sunday, December 8th @ 6:30 a.m. - First Workout, Oars & Paddles Park, Indian Harbour Beach Sunday, March 2nd @ 7:00 a.m. - Race Day (registration & details available at http://excaliburrun.com)
In the Excalibur Training Program, you will receive comprehensive training that includes both cardiovascular and muscular endurance components. We will be strengthening core muscle groups that are imperative to running/walking performance and injury prevention. Whether you’ve been running for years or this is your first race, you will receive a customized schedule that fits your personal goals.
Behold, thy quest begins... For more information: http://excaliburrun.com/training-camp/ or valerie@runningzone.com
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2 I RUN FOR PIZZA FOOTBALL KICKOFF 5K, Saturday, August 10th, 7:00 am at The Avenue in Viera ■ Support your Favorite Football Team on Race Day ■ Awesome Pizza and Football Awards ■ Special Award for the Most Supported Football Team! ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids’ Run ■ Tailgate Party after race catered by Pizza Gallery & Grill! ■ Benefits Suntree/Viera Youth Football & Cheerleading League, & WEGO Ministries ■ Random giveaway of NFL Football Tickets (any Florida Team) plus 1 Hotel night stay for two!
FIRECRACKER 5K, Thursday, July 4th, 7:00am at the Liberty Bell Museum (across from Holmes Regional on Hickory St.) ■ Start the race with the ringing of a replica of the Liberty Bell ■ American Flags to all Finishers ■ Most Patriotic Costume Contest ■ Special awards to top Local Hero Teams (Military/Fire/Police)! ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Breakfast catered by Suntree Café II ■ Honor America Parade after the race ■ Benefits Honor America ■ Random giveaway of one iPad!
Our 2013-2014 Series:
Health First Health Plans and Running Zone Foundation welcome you to the 9th annual Running Zone Foundation Race Series. This year’s Series offers seven fun and family-friendly events including four 5Ks, one 3K and two 2-milers. We offer these shorter distances to promote participation among both walkers and runners of all ages and abilities. And, knowing that being part of a team can provide a sense of camaraderie and extra encouragement, we offer team awards in two categories for each race as well as the overall series. Our Team Challenge lets any five friends, family members and/or co-workers enjoy the fun of competing together against other teams in the same category. The School Team Challenge provides fitness and increased self-esteem for those 14 and under. More than 1500 children in elementary and middle school have participated this season and Running Zone can help your school develop a walking or running program for your students. Parents and teachers can form an open team under the school name. Team division details appear later in this brochure or can be found in the Running Zone Race Series section of our website at www.runningzone.com/series/
6 PIRATE PLUNDER 2 MILER, Saturday, April 5th, 6:30 pm at Meg O’Malley’s ■ Best Pirate Costume Awards ■ Fun Pirate Awards ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Great Pirate Party at Meg O’Malley’s after the race! ■ Benefits Cocoa High School Track & Field Program and the Children's Hunger Project Backpack Program. ■ Random giveaway a 3-day cruise for 2 to the Bahamas out of Port Canaveral! 7 RUN FOR THE GECKO HAWAIIAN LUAU 5K, Saturday, May 10th, 7:00 am at BCC/Wickham Park Pavilion ■ Hawaiian Luau with hula dancers! ■ Festive Leis for all Finishers ■ Dress in your favorite Hawaiian Attire ■ Fun Gecko Awards ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids’ Run ■ Hawaiian Breakfast catered by Pizza Gallery & Grill! ■ Benefits Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training! ■ Random giveaway of a paddleboard from Paddleboard House!
*Must show participant’s race number for discounts to the Zoo.
5 BREVARD ZOO’S MEERKAT MOSEY 3K, Saturday, February 15th at the Zoo (7:00 am – No Monkey Business, 7:35 am – Scenic Route at the Brevard Zoo) ■ Check out Zoo Animals during the Run/Walk ■ Fun Meerkat Awards ■ 50% Off Admission for All Participants on Race Day* ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Breakfast catered by Pizza Gallery & Grill! ■ Benefits Brevard Zoo ■ Random giveaway of one day Disney Tickets and 1 Hotel night stay for two!
4 JINGLE BELL 2 MILER, Saturday, December 21st, 5:45 pm at the Satellite Beach Library ■ Santa Hats to the 1st 500 Entrants ■ Jingle Bells for Everyone’s Shoes ■ Best Holiday Costume and Fun Stocking Awards ■ Santa Arrival on Fire Truck ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Food provided by Long Doggers! ■ Benefits M Town Track Club – Gowins Youth Foundation ■ Random giveaway LCD TV!
3 GHOSTLY GECKO 5K, Saturday, October 19th, 6:30 pm at the Eau Gallie Civic Center ■ Best Halloween Costume Contest ■ Halloween Goodie Bags to All Finishers ■ Fun Ghostly Gecko Awards ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Food provided by Squid Lips! ■ Awards ceremony following all races on Squid Lips beach ■ Benefits J. Kyle Braid Scholarship Program ■ Random giveaway of Halloween Horror Night Tickets & 1 Hotel night stay for two!
($21.43 per race versus $28.00) (before Race Day) (before Race Day) (Race Day) (Race Day) (No Race day registration)
$15.00 ($20 Race Day)
Corporate/Organizational Group Rate: Put together a group of 10 or more participants and receive a group rate. Call Running Zone for more details.
**Children 12 years old or under will receive a cotton shirt. You may upgrade to a technical shirt by electing an individual or team registration. (Youth Medium & Adult Small sizing only in cotton)
Kid’s Registration:**
*Receive a $46.00 discount for signing up for all seven races in the series at once. Must be received by July 3rd, one day prior to the start of the 2013-2014 series.
Series Registration: $150.00* Individual Registration: $28.00 Gecko Club Members: $25.00 Individual Registration: $31.00 Gecko Club Members: $28.00 Team/School Registration: $25.00
Fees (Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.)
Please use the back page of this brochure to register for any of Running Zone Foundation Race Series races. Registration is also available online at www.runningzone.com/series. Day of race registration opens 1 hour before all races. Late registration closes 10 minutes before each race begins. Award ceremony will begin immediately following each race. Please mail all registration forms to: Running Zone, 3696 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32935 Make checks or money orders payable to: Running Zone.
Registration
School Participation Awards: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Plaques
Overall Male & Female $1000 CASH & Free Entry to the 2014-2015 Race Series 2nd Place Overall Male $500 CASH & Free Entry to the & Female Winners 2014-2015 Race Series 3rd Place Overall Male $350 CASH & Free Entry to the & Female Winners 2014-2015 Race Series Top Male & Female $250 CASH & Free Entry Masters Winners to the 2014-2015 Race Series Age Group Male & $100 Gift Certificate to Running Female First Place Zone Age Group Male & $50 Gift Certificate to Running Female Second Place Zone Age Group Male & $25 Gift Certificate to Running Female Third Place Zone Team Awards: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Plaques
Series Awards
Being a part of a team can be very rewarding. All you need is a minimum of 5 people (1 person of the opposite sex) that want to be part of the team. Everyone on the team saves $3.00 on the entry fees and you may be able to start training together for one or all of the upcoming races.
All races provide participants with awesome technical (moisture wicking/non-cotton) tee shirts, Chronotrack timing and a festive post-race party. In addition, there will be a guest appearance by Zippy, our Gecko mascot, to start each of the free kids’ runs and to help with the awards presentation. Our standard overall and age group awards will be presented for each race along with door prizes and giveaways. There is a $10,000 purse in prizes and gift certificates for the top series finishers.
9-11 35-39 65-69
12-14 40-44 70-74
15-19 45-49 75-79
20-24 50-54 80+
25-29 55-59
The standings after each race will be calculated and displayed on Running Zone’s website at www.runningzone.com/series/
Standings
Scoring will be based on 6 races. If you participate in all 7 events, your lowest score will be dropped. Note: Your age group for the Series is determined by your age in the first series event in which you participate in during the season. At the end of the series, individuals who accumulate the most points receive awesome cash, gift certificates and prizes, and are recognized by Running Zone in June 2014.
Race Drop
The first 10 runners/walkers overall will receive 100, 90, 80, 70, 60, 50, 40, 30, 20, and 10 points in the open competition. The first 10 runners/walkers within each age group will receive 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1 point in their age group competition.
Scoring & Points
8 & Under 30-34 60-64
Standard Race Series Age Divisions
Series races are scored for runners and walkers in all age categories. Participants in the series must complete a minimum of FOUR series races to be eligible for the series awards.
Eligibility
Gather your family, friends and co-workers! Teams must participate in at least four series races to be eligible for the series award. Awards will be given to the top three teams. Each team consists of at least five members with one of the members being the opposite sex. The top four of the same sex and the 1st member of the opposite sex will be scored. School Team Challenge: (Elementary and Middle Schools Only) An award will be given to the top three elementary or middle schools that have the largest participation. The School Team Challenge applies to each race as well as the series. Schools must participate in at least four series races to be eligible for the series award. Students only count towards participation challenge. Parents and teachers can form an open team. (No Team Race Day Registration)
Team Competition
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Promoting fitness & healthy, active lifestyles.
Membership includes:
● $25.00 Off Coupon* on any purchase of $75.00 or more
to Running Zone ● Brooks Technical (not cotton) Gecko Club Tee-Shirt ● Gu or Powergel ● Laminated Gecko Club Membership Card ● Monthly Newsletter and periodic email bulletins ● Weekly Fun Runs / Walks – FREE ● 10% Off All Running Zone Merchandise (all year long) ● Discounts from other area businesses partnering with Gecko Club ● $3.00 Off All Running Zone Foundation Race Series Races ● 10% Off All Training Programs offered
Membership Options & Pricing Annual Membership Plan – $40.00 Kid’s Plan* (12 & Under) – $15.00 *$25.00 Off Coupon excludes Kid’s Plan
For more information contact: Running Zone Gecko Club, 3696 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32935 Call 321-751-8890 or visit www.RunningZone.com
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