The Pacer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

President’s Message - January 2001

 

Another exciting year for ARRC is coming to a close.  Running is again getting the attention it deserves, both within the club and also in the running community around us.  We’ve seen new opportunities unfold in front of us and we have an opportunity to continue the excitement into 2001.

 

Before reviewing the past year, I would like to acknowledge the key members of the ARRC volunteer team whose efforts make it possible to continue our mission and our programs.  Tommy Goodson was our vice president and brought a wealth of past experience and knowledge into our officer group; he was responsible for resurrecting and redoing the Thursday night record plaque.  Also, Tommy’s wife Lori Goodson jumped in and gave us some important help by supporting our board efforts and our race committees.  Robin Gerhart (editor) continued her creative ways as one of our key “ideas” people.  Robin is always there when we need to confront a challenge.  John Stephenson was again treasurer - he kept the books, paid the bills on time and produced the needed reports to satisfy the government.  Jamie Banks was our secretary; she took care of the mail, kept the minutes and other forms of records for our files.  Jamie and John also served on race committees.  Jim Hoffman served as an “at large” board member, brought a wealth of new thinking in the group and was very effective at securing new sponsorship dollars for our major events.  Steve Hagensieker rounded out our board as an “at large” member; he provided both experience and support to our Thursday night and White River Run race committees.

 

While the above people were your voting members on the board, we could not have made this throughout the year without our race directors, their assistants and others.  Nancy King came on board after her rookie year and headed up our Thursday night program.  She, with assistants Kent Lockhart and Greg Smith executed a “flawless” 20-week race series.  That included good weather every Thursday and a very impressive real time scoring and standings system that went from an on-site laptop to our website every week.  Also, on Thursday nights, Frank St. Phillips directed our weekly children’s fun run program.  Frank brought fresh excitement and innovation to the kids run.  Greg Smith and Judy Baylor served as Frank’s helpers.  Tony Martin was our race director for the White River Run and did another fine job.  Our road race series was co-directed by Wally Post and Greg Smith.  Wally and Greg helped take the club name and mission on the road and networked well with the series race directors.  Our commitment to the road series shows that we believe in the small town race and that we want those events to continue.  A brand new position within the club is that of webmaster.  Tom Corda, with some valuable input from Steve Hagensieker set up our first website and efficiently updated information and features during the year.  Tom worked in the background all year, but had a tremendous effect on ARRC’s image within the running community, and greatly improved our ability to communicate with the world around us.

 

Countless others gave us their support by volunteering for duty for our various race events.  Everyone pulling together made this another great and successful year. 

 

Most of you obviously know about the running/racing events, and that always seems to be focus of club activity.  But I believe the club is more than just providing opportunities for racing.  Our mission statement in our by laws states to “promote fitness through running”.  Fitness can and should be viewed as a life style.  Our club founders believed that when we attempt to relate to other runners, we provide a support system, not only for them but also, for ourselves.  That is why I’m especially proud of our newest initiative to reach out to the area high school and middle schools and show those coaches and young runners that we care about them.  Although this is still in the early stages, we had a breakthrough a few weeks ago when we received $2500 in start up money from Household Finance for a scholarship program.  Although it was a part of the Run the Mounds sponsorship, the board’s plans are to earmark that amount for the scholarship fund.  The club has formed a committee to work on the program and plans a status report at our annual meeting on February 10^th.  By pacing more emphasis on the youth, we can promote the idea that running is a fitness lifestyle for a lifetime.

 

A couple more new initiatives within the club were (1) our attendance at the county high school cross-country meet in Pendleton and (2) the first annual reunion night. 

 

As I look towards the next year, the thing that really impresses me about the group is the growing sense of family.  I see it in the way we relate to and support each other.  I see it in the training groups and / or training partners that have emerged.  I see in the accomplishments of those setting personal goals.  From weight loss, getting back into shape, to completing that first or next marathon, the support system within the club is fantastic.  I see in the field trips such as going to road series event, going to a cross-country meet, forming relay teams for the HUFF, or training for the MINI.  Whatever you want to call it, it is contagious and it is good for our sport.  In 2001 I expect we will want to continue that which has worked in the past, but also, I hope we will be willing to try new things and to adapt to the challenges of reaching out to the broader running and fitness-minded community.

 

 

Notes for the Present…

 

Annual Anderson Road Runners Club awards and business meeting will be held Saturday, February 10, 2001, at Tanglewood.  Social hour with snacks and drinks will begin at 6:00 p.m.  Our guest speaker will talk from 7:00, p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  At 7:30 p.m. awards will be distributed with the business meeting and election of officers following.  Cost is $1.00 per person.

If you are interested in an officer or race director position please contact one of the current officers.  Our club is always in need of willing people to keep moving forward.

 

We have had numerous requests from members and non-members about forming a walking program.  At this no one has been willing to step forward to get the group organized.  If anyone has an interest in undertaking this task the officers would assist in any way possible to get a walking program up and walking.  A non-member would also be welcomed to take on this responsibility.

 

Looking for a way to make these winter days easier to run?  Why not join any one of the following groups:

   Shadyside Recreation Area- Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 5:00 p.m./5:30 p.m.

   Mounds Park Pavilion parking lot- Saturday and Sunday 8:00 a.m./8:30 a.m.

   YMCA- Monday through Friday 5:00 a.m.

The second time listed would be for the second lap.  No one runner or group of runners regulates these groups.  These runners just show up and enjoy the company of whoever has an interest to get a run in that day and at that time.

 

As we begin the 2001 year once again we would like to thank the sponsors below for their of our White River Run and Run the Mounds races.  Without these folks and our many, many fine volunteers our club could not offer these two great running events. Please support these folks whenever possible and offer a personal thank you to them also.

Household Finance Company                    WERK Oldies! 101.7 & 104.9 FM

Hoosier Park                                                Hit Radio W Hit 93.5 96.7 FM

ALAC Garment Services                            WHBU AM 1240

Anderson Center for Sight                          Surbaugh and Son Realtors

Gwinn’s Drug Store                                     Anderson Foot and Ankle Center

Gregory R. Busing, DDS                             Standt’s of  Anderson

Art’s Trim Shop                                           Baylor and Associates

Rax Downtown Restaurant                         The Herald Bulletin

Copy Connection                                          Citizens Travel Service

Timothy’s Jewelry                                        Star China and Housewares, Inc

A2Z Promotions

 

Notes for the Future…

Wally Post and Greg Smith will once again co-direct the Road Race Series for 2001.  The race calendar should be available in the March/April PACER.  If you have any suggestions or comments with regard to the Road Race Series feel free to contact either Wally or Greg.

 

Over the years, club members have gotten together and traveled to various road races and marathons. Sometimes just two runners, sometimes a van full of runners, have attacked a designated event.  This year we would like to get more runners of all levels, running different distances and courses.  One of the expeditions will be a trail race complete with camping for the weekend.  If you would like to be a part of one or more of these outings please contact Robin Gerhart, Wally Post or Bob Hart.

 

Running around…

Ever since I began running there has been Tommy Goodson somewhere running. Running on the path at Shadyside, running road races, running dirt bikes, running for surgery to repair a broken collar bone, running the trails at Mounds Park and running a family, along with his wife Lori.  Running is just natural for Tommy.  And as natural and easy is his joy in sharing this sport with family, friends and cross-country teams.  The ARRC is fortunate to have a guy who is eager to share his enthusiasm, encouragement, and time to make our club and runners the best they can be.   In case you have not had the chance to run with Tommy or talk to him, get a little inside scoop on what this guy is about:

 

·         Name:  Tommy Goodson            

·         Occupation:  ALAC delivery driver        

·         Birth date:  7-17-54

·         Birthplace:  Sparta, TN

·         Family:  Lori-wife   Wayne-oldest son   David-next son   Aaron-next son   Josh-last son

·         Hobby:  Dirt Bike Riding, walking our dogs at Mounds Park, Camping

·         Years running:  since 1982  (18 years)

·         Favorite distance:  10 miles

·         Training miles per week:  currently-20

·         Running shoes:  Asics-Gel Lite/Saucony-Web

·         Most memorable race: White River Run - won overall -Trophy said "Champion Male” I thought I had won the 4H Fair or something!

·         Pre race meal:  Spaghetti

·         Favorite post race snack:  Bananas

·         Favorite race T-shirt and year:  Governor Cup Run 1992

·         Favorite training course: Leave YMCA, over to Indian Trail, through Whitewater Park to Imel Drive, back to Shadyside Park, around 1 lap, back along Grand Ave. to 8th St. Bridge and over to Jackson St., back to YMCA. = 10 miles

·         Best running tip ever given you: Do longer distances and the speed will come. -Larry Ballinger

·         Runner you admire or has been inspirational to you: Jerry Lacy & Mike Hall...Although at different times it has been different people. Doug Burks, Frank Lindley, Chuck Masters, Fred Fulcher, Robin Gerhart and Pat Miller.

 

 

Tasty and nutritious…

Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Makes: 8 servings

Ingredients:

. 4 sun dried tomatoes, dried

. 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed

. 1 teaspoon lemon peel, grated

. 2 teaspoon non/low-fat margarine

. 2 tablespoon parsley, minced

. 4 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts

. 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs

. Toothpicks

Directions:

. Prepare sun-dried tomatoes according to package directions.

. Chop tomatoes and combine with remaining ingredients, except chicken and breadcrumbs.

. Flatten chicken breasts slightly with mallet. Spread equal portions of sun-dried tomato mixture over each  

  chicken breast

. Roll up chicken breasts, secure with toothpicks and roll in breadcrumbs.

. Place chicken in a baking pan and bake at 350 degrees F for 35-40 minutes.

 

 

 

 

ANDERSON ROAD RUNNERS CLUB, INC.

2001 Membership Application

 

The Anderson Road Runners Club promotes fitness through the enjoyment of running. We have programs and events for all levels and all ages, including a weekly children’s series. The Club meets informally during the winter months and weekly during April through October for organized running events. We also conduct two major races in the Anderson area, which attract many people to our community. A newsletter, THE PACER, is mailed to members every other month. All ARRC members are automatically enrolled at no additional cost as members of Road Runners Club of America, of which we are a chapter.  Our website address is www.andersonroadrunners.org

 

ONLY ONE PERSON PER FORM. Family memberships must be submitted together.

 

Personal Information  (We will not release your address, except to RRCA).

 

Name __________________________________Age _____ Sex ____ Date of Birth ____________

 

Address___________________________________________________________________________

 

City _________________________________ State _______ Zip ________ Phone _____________

 

E-Mail Address____________________________________________

 

Interests

 

Walking ____ Beginning Runner ______ Non Competitive Runner______ Competitive Runner _____

 

Distance _____________ Children’s Running ________Fitness / Nutritional Information __________

 

Other (such as favorite training courses) _________________________________________________

 

Membership Information            New ________ Renewal _________  Information ___________

 

Annual Dues (check one) Single ($15) ______ Family ($25) _______ High School ($5) _______

 

Weekly Points Races Season Pass ($10) _____ High School Points ($5) ____

 

2001 Road Series ($10) _______ Race line up to be announced approx. Feb 1, 2001

 

Mail with check payable to: Anderson Road Runners Club   PO Box 282  Anderson, IN.  46015

 

Note:  $1.25 of your membership fee will be for a subscription to RRCA’s quarterly magazine, Footnotes.

 

Club Membership Application Waiver

I know that running and volunteering in club races are potentially hazardous activities.  I should not enter and run in club activities unless I am properly trained.  I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run.  I assume all risks associated with running and volunteering to work in club races including, but not limited to, falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, including high heat and/or humidity, the conditions of the road and traffic on the course, all such risks being known and appreciated by me.   Having read this waiver and knowing the facts, and in consideration of your acceptance of my application for membership, I. For myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Road Runners Club of America, the Anderson, (Indiana) Road Runners Club and all sponsors, their representatives, and successors from all claims and liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in these club activities even though that liability may rise from negligence or carelessness on the part the persons named in the waiver.

 

           Signature __________________________________________________________Date ________

(Parent must sign if entrant is under 18 years of age)

 

 

 

 

 

Cross training tip…

Weight lifters tend to stick with one routine and repeat the same exercises over and over. However, the body adapts to muscle repetition resulting in a training standstill or plateau. It is important to vary the exercises you do and the order in which you do them. A good idea is to have several good exercises for each muscle

group and rotate them on a regular basis. Also, varying the types of exercise equipment may be advantageous. Exercise machines generally isolate the working muscles, and free weights require additional muscle groups to be used for balance and stability.

Alternating equipment will keep the body changing to accommodate the new muscle fibers being used, resulting in continued growth of muscle size and strength.

 

                        Elizabeth Thornberry has a Master's Degree in Physical

                        Education and has taught at both the secondary and

                        Post-secondary levels. You can send email questions to

                        FitnessQuest1903@aol.com

 

 

Upcoming Races…  

February

04, Sun. – Las Vegas Marathon, 26.2 and 13.1 miles, Las Vegas, NV (702) 240-2722, www.lvmarathon.com

04, Sun. – Groundhog 7 Miler, Clay Jr. High, 1:00 p.m., Carmel, IN (317) 290-RUNR

10, Sat. – Fanny Freezer 5K, 2:00 p.m., Shoaf Park, Ft. Wayne, IN Contact “RHINNO” (219) 456-3331

10, Sat. - 1st Annual Run for Roses, 8K trail run, Hardy Lake State Park, 9:00 a.m., Austin, IN Contact Brett Turner (812) 793-2759 or Indiana Track Club

10, Sat. – Cupid’s Fling 5K, 5K run/walk, Carmel, IN Contact Race director (317) 844-1558

24, Sat. – Polar Bear Run and Walk, 5 mile run/3 mile walk, Indianapolis, In Contact Ken Long and Associates (317) 632-8812 or www.kenlongassoc.com

 

March

17, Sat. – St. Patrick’s Day 5K race/walk, Downtown, Muncie, IN Contact Jay Dillon (765) 747-9107

17, Sat. – The Finish Line IAC Shamrock 10K, 10K run and walk, Westfield High School, 9:00 a.m., Westfield, IN Contact Mary Atterberry (317) 896-2841

24, Sat. – Holliday Park Trail Run, 5 mile rugged trail run, 9:00 a.m., Holliday Park, Indianapolis, IN Contact Friends of Holliday Park (317) 475-9482

25, Sun. – 32^nd Sam Costa Half Marathon, 13.1 mile run, 1:00 p.m., Carmel Clay Junior High School, Carmel, IN Contact Indy Runners (317) 290-RUNR

 

April

01, Sun, - Smokefree Indiana Distance Classic, 15K run/4 mile walk, Downtown Indianapolis, Contact Ken Long and Associates, (317) 884-4001

07, Sat. – Homeless Hustle, 10k run/5k walk, Eagle Creek Park, Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers, (317) 328-1632

07, Sat. – Ohio River RRC Marathon, Xenia, OH Contact Chari/Kevin Walsh (937) 640-2786

07, Sat. – The Stampede of Races, 20K/10K/5K/1 mile, Ann Harbor, MI  (734) 332-3981

08, Sun. – Athens Marathon, Athens, OH http://www.athensohio.com

14, Sat. – Brown County Spring Classic, 10K run/5K run/walk, Brown County High School, Nashville, IN Contact Dawn Jones (812) 988-9926 or (812) 988-9622

21, Sat. – Fast Dash 5K, 5K run/fitness walk, Franklin, IN Contact Runner’s Forum (800) 262-RACE

21, Sat. – Race for the Cure, 5K run/walk, IU Track Stadium, Indianapolis, IN Contact Tuxedo Brothers, (317) 328-1632

22, Sun. – St. Francis Hospital and Health Centers  “Bricks to Bricks”, 10 mile run, Franklin High School, Franklin, IN Contact Ken Long and Associates, (317) 884-4001

28, Sat. – Indiana Artsfest Marathon and 8K, IPFW, Fort Wayne, IN Contact Diana Sir Louis (219) 481-6059

28, Sat. – Country Music Marathon, Nashville, TN (800) 311-1255

28, Sat. – Pine Line Trail Marathon, Medford, WI (715) 748-4739 or (888) 682-9567

29, Sun. – Michigan Trail Marathon, Ann Harbor, MI Contact Running Fit (734) 769-5016

 

May

05, Sat. – 25^th Annual Indy Mini Marathon, 13.1 mile run, Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN

 

June

02, Sat. – White River Run, Downtown Anderson (watch for more details)

 

Above races and dates are subject to change, to insure accuracy of event contact race director or number listed.

 

Bolded races above are in the Anderson Road Runners Club Road Series.

 

 

 

Race results…

     At press time the results for the HUFF were incomplete, however I would like to give a short synopsis of the Huntington Ultra Frigid Fifty.  15 members of the Anderson Road Runners Club made the drive to Huntington reservoir on December 30, 2000, to participate in either the Ultra (50K), Ultra Relay (3 person team, each running a 10.8 mile loop) or the One Loop Run (10.8 miles).  Only 1-11/4  miles of this trail run was on pavement, the rest was on snow covered trails. 

     As nine of the relay members awaited our first loop runners to come in past the 2-hour mark, it became increasingly clear we were in for the run of the year.  And not the kind of run, one was happy to be running. When I began questioning my sanity out loud Karen Taylor-Smith told me, “ not to think in those terms, but to think of this run as character building.”  So okay, she has been doing this course longer than me and has more marathons under her feet than I will ever hope to run; she must know what she is talking about.  However, never have I seen Bill Baker with a more gremlin-like look on his face or heard him complain about any run being too difficult, until he came back to the start/finish line after a 2-mile warm up on the backside of the course.  The signals seemed mixed here from two accomplished runners, I decided it was time to get my own thoughts together on this run, so off I went in my layered look of nylon, Gortex and a big wool blanket that made me appear to be Grizzly Adam’s mate. 

     After a 2-hour plus wait for my relay partner, Tyler Barker- a great young man and cross country and track runner for Frankton High School, to tag me, I was off on my “character building” run.  Not a quarter of a mile into the run, I knew this was the biggest mistake of my running career!  The snow was over my ankles and most of the time about calf high.  One could compare this course to football training…where you run through the tires stacked two high placed in sand.  Not only did every muscle in my body get a work out; my mind was wrung out.  One was not able to enjoy the beauty of this snow-laden country, for if you took your eyes off the narrow path you would surely be looking at the snow face to face on your stomach. My ankles turned under me so many times I lost count.  Thinking my anger would get me moving better only produced tears which froze to my face! I kept thinking about Wally Post, my other brave and fearless relay partner.  He already had a couple physical set backs this year, from which he had rebounded nicely. He had now been waiting over four hours, in 14-degree weather to have his chance at this course which was now being snowed on again. I tagged Wally on the arm and sent him on his way with a prayer. 

     I not only prayed for Wally that day, I also sent a prayer for all the other runners on the course and in particular: Nicki Hiday, Denise Sherwood, Brian Forester, Tyler Barker, Tony Martin, Bill Baker, Karen Taylor-Smith, Ron Harmening, Bob Maley, Bob Hart, Jamie Banks, Kendra Hitchcock and most of all…our own trail warrior, Bud Stiffler who ran the entire 50K and finished first in his age group.

     As for “character building,” I am not sure. It seemed to me more like childbirth, the pain was real but you quickly forget it when you hold that little baby.  There wasn’t a baby to hold, but the most welcomed FINISH line I could ever imagine crossing!

 

 

"There are two things to aim at in life: first, to get what you want; and after that, to enjoy it.  Only the wisest of mankind achieve the second"

--Logan Pearsall Smith

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Anderson Road Runners Club

P.O. Box 282

Anderson, IN   46015-0282