Running Tip: Faster Cadence = Faster Running
A runner’s cadence is the number of strides in a period of time. Having a quicker cadence can help to improve running form and prevent injury. Shorter, quicker strides aid in preventing over-striding and encourage a mid-foot strike. Over-striding can lead to injury....
I confess. I am a high fiver. I high five other runners. I high five course marshals. I high five spectators. Who doesn't love a sweaty high five? On out-and back courses, I frequently extend my hand to runners passing the other way. My friends Mario, Shane and my son...
Running Dad – Chris Northrup
RUNNING DAD PROFILE: NAME: Chris Northrup RESIDENCE: Winchester, VA AGE: 51 FAMILY: Spouse: Robin, Kids: Chris, Jr. (23), Thomas (20), James (17), Patrick (14) OCCUPATION: Director Hi-Five Sports Camp Intro: Chris and I have been battling it out on the local race...
For Lucas 10×10 Challenge Contest Winners Announced
The names have been drawn. Watch the video of the drawing from October 2, 2014. GRAND PRIZE A New Pair of SKORA Fits DR. DOEPPER from Capitol Rehab in Winchester, Virginia OTHER PRIZES 2x 1 pound bags of SKRATCH LABS Hydration Mix Nathan Brown Josh Ilnicki 2 pound tub...
For Lucas 10×10 Challenge
The For Lucas 10x10 Challenge is officially in the books! We had seven challengers complete the 100 miles in 10 days. Way to go Kyle, Allen, Nate, Jessy, Josh, Dr. Doepper and yours truly! More importantly, we raised $2400 for the month of September! Truly awesome!...
After Boston, what’s next? American Ninja Warrior?
It all started as a joke. Connor and I were watching American Ninja Warrior and I told him I wanted to tackle the obstacles and be on the show. He of course believed me. He also believes that I will someday be the quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles. Aren't kids...
Dad Looking For Runners, Walkers Up For Big Challenge
Dad Looking For Runners, Walkers Up For Big Challenge Posted: September 9, 2014 By SALLY VOTH The Winchester Star STEPHENS CITY — With every mile he runs, Jeremy Sanders is helping babies in distress and working through his grief for the newborn boy he lost 10...
Running tip: Things that go SCReeaAAACHhhh in the night.
Have you ever been running in the dark and pick up the pace because you heard something rustle off the side of the trail? Turn around and run the other way when you hear a growl? Scream like a little girl because a banshee is letting out a horrifying squeal? Heh heh,...
Running tip: Be Held Accountable
The easiest person to let down is yourself. Excuses are easy to make. "I ran hard yesterday. I'll take today off". "It's too hot out." "It's raining." "I'm sleepy." Guilt is a great motivator. If you have someone that holds you accountable, it is harder to justify why...
My thoughts on the “Ice Bucket Challenge” and how they have changed
I am sure your news feed on the various social media channels that you follow have been inundated with the challenge to donate to the ALS foundation or dump a bucket of ice water over your head. I kept seeing more and more people take the challenge and douse...