NYC Running Coach
Central Park Coaching - NYC Running Coach is a best in class one-on-one coaching service by professional running coach, Sean Fortune. Coach Sean is a former NCAA track and cross country coach and Nike sponsored athlete for his previous club team. He is a USATF Level II certified coach and former multiple time winner of New York Road Runners' races. He conducts personalized, science-based one-on-one coached running sessions for marathoners, youth runners, and kids.
This website details how to wake up your foot to barefoot running and make the transition into wearing the Vibram 5 fingers. http://runbare.com/446/how-to-transition-into-vibram-five-fingers/
Anthony Famiglietti
This is exciting news as he's one our favorite runners, a NY native, and capable of pushing Geb and Meb. I'd look to see him come out of Times Square with the lead pack. (If there still is one)
Central Park, NYC - Running on the snow covered bridle path is more than possible, it's fantastic. You don't even need those grippy things to attach to your shoe, just the lowered expectation that you can't get in a quality training session. It does take extra leg strength to get around though, so if you run long enough, you may expect some soreness in parts of the leg you don't normally get. Traction is better than the half-paved road too.
&__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1265817933532" alt=""/>For the past 24 years, the Tough Guy Challenge has been taking place in Wolverhampton, England on local farms, where over 6000 competitiors vie for first place on a one day assault course. Akin to a Navy Seal obstacle course, competitors battle hypothermia, barbed wire, and flames, just to finish. Thanks again to the Brits for coming up with something cool as this would sure to be a hit in the US.
Central Park, NYC - Under pretty rough racing conditions, 17 deg. (without windchill), MHAC's Tracey & Gina raced the NYRR Gridiron 4 miler in Central Park over the weekend, despite both recently getting over being sick. Congrats to both for getting out there and getting in the race. NYAC took the victory in both the men's and women's races with Christopher Pannone running 19:52, and Catherine Robbie running 22:28. Full results here http://web2.nyrrc.org/cgi-bin/start.exe/aes-programs/results/startup.html?result.id=b00207&result.year=2010
Watch it live today and tomorrow here http://ny.milesplit.us/pages/Webcast2010
It's so worth it, and before they start charging for it!!
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Starting tomorrow, Feb. 5th - 6th, one of the best and fastest meets of the indoor track begins. Check out www.armorytrack.com for meet info.
Physiologist Peter Weyand of Southern Methodist University, lead author of a study published Jan. 21 in the Journal of Applied Physiology, says "“If you just find a way to rev up those contractile fibers for the muscle, then everything else from human biology and gait would allow us to be that fast." Read more about the study here at Wired magazine online http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2010/02/40-mph-human/#ixzz0eVq2zhVz
NEW YORK, NYC – Usain Bolt will compete in the 100 meters at the adidas Grand Prix in New York City on June 12th, organizers announced today. The adidas Grand Prix, formerly known as the Reebok Grand Prix, will be the fifth stop on the inaugural IAAF Diamond League circuit and will be held at Icahn Stadium on Randall’s Island. Tickets go on sale February 15th, for more information click here http://www.diamondleague-newyork.com/en/Home/
Co-Sponsored by NYRR and the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation, 100% of all entry fees will be directed to reputable charities supporting Haiti. Race details here: http://nyrr.org/races/2010/haiti/index.asp
If you can't make it out to CP, support Haiti by running it where you can, found out how here http://www.mapmyrun.com/virtual_event/ny_haiti/index
At the molecular level, exercise has an anti-aging effect. Nice article by the Times:
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/27/phys-ed-how-exercising-keeps-your-cells-young/?ref=magazine
The Science of Sport guys just released a new write up this Friday on the continuing debate between the advantages of running barefoot and disadvantages of wearing built-up running shoes, read about it here http://www.sportsscientists.com/
For a more in-depth look into the biomechanics of foot strikes and applications for running barefoot or in minimal footwear, this website is a must read:
The entire meet is viewable for free on the USATF website. http://www.usatf.org/events/2010/VisaChampionshipSeries/meets/indoor/MillroseGames/video/
Madison Square Garden, NYC - Last night's Wanamaker Mile proved to be an unexciting race where the outcome seemed pre-determined. While the build-up and pre-race highlights of Lagat's previous wins got the juices flowing, the actual race itself lacked any of the tension or unpredictability. His old countrymen, Asbel Kiprop, last years #1 ranked 1500 meter runner, did nothing to challenge Lagat in the last 400 meters and rather seemed to be an armed escort, protecting Lagat from any challengers, namely, NB games winner, Brit, Andrew Baddelly. While Lagat is a worthy champion and rightful bearer of the new moniker 'President of the Boards' the race that brought him the title seemed unworthy. Like the old Kenyan saying goes, "it takes a village to raise a President."
Columbus Circle, NYC - Keeping with the running topic of barefoot running, the Nike Free, which was the first shoe of it's kind to attempt to mimick barefoot running (and is our personal favorite) is now only available at The Running Company at the Time Warner Center. The shoe had been completely sold out from Nike and almost impossible to find. However, this shop, which has a close relationship with Nike, has seemed to be able to get in a shipment of them, with a full size run. If interested, we suggest calling first to see if they have your size. 212- 823-9626 www.therunningcompany.net
New York, NY - Is currently underway. Details & highlights to follow.
So it was an exciting meeting (see photo above), the first of four throughout the year, in which lots of material was covered. The agenda included:
1. This year's NYRR Club Night, on March 4th.
2. A Haitian Relieve Race / Walk taking place Saturday, Feb. 20th!
3. General info on the upcoming NYC Half Marathon
4. 2010 Club Points Schedule & Rules, which as been finalized and put on www.nyrr.org Additionally, we'll be proposing for the next year, a Mile and XC race to be added to the Club Points schedule!
For more information on any of these topics email us at centralparkcoaching@gmail.com
Central Park, NYC - With all the talk surrounding barefoot running recently, we were inspired today when one of our athletes showed up to practice wearing the Vibram 5 Fingers (shown above). Basically a light weight rubber sole, affixed to the foot with some light fabric and a strap, this is the closest to barefoot running you can get without actually having to go barefoot. He's had no problems so far adjusting to the transition, and I'm sure he's feet and legs are stronger for it, ultimately making him a faster runner. I'll give a full product review soon, now that I'm getting a pair!
