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Chiily Willy Duathlon Five Points Of Life Marathon Best Damm Races South Beach Triathlon Strawberry Classic 5K and 10K Escape From Fort Desoto Triathlon 2017 Crusader Gallop 5K Florida Challenge Half Marathon & 5k Gran Fondo Bike Rides Rotary Twilight 5K Run Bare Dare 5K Brandon Shamrock Classic 5K & 10K Halo 5K Run Tampa Firefighters 5K PARR For The Course 5K United Way OCR Obstacle Run Florida Keys 1/2 Marathon Hippe Dash 5K W.O.B 5K Run Gasparilla Distance Classic CFT 1/2 Marathons CFT Triathlons I Love Mother’s Day 5K St. Pete Runners Summer Series Valentine’s Run For Bling Shark’s Tooth 10K Clearwater Distance Classic Gate River Run 15K Dare To Go Bare 5K Blur Ribbon Run First Watch Sarasota 1/2 Shamrock N Run 5K LightHouse 5K Belleair Sunset 5K Lady Track Shack 5K Brooksville Library Run 5K Smile Mile Robinson Preserve Run St. Anthony’s Triathlon Meek And Mighty Triathlon FishHawk 5K Chilly Willy Duathlon 2017 Paint The Town 5K Croom Trail Run Honor Our Hero’s 5K Armadillo Run 10K and 5K Sarasota Music Half Marathon

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SATURDAY WEEKLY 5:30 AM

YMCA MARATHON TRAINING GROUP RUNS - VARIOUS DISTANCES

YMCA - FRED VASCONI 813-222-1334

DOWNTOWN YMCA TAMPA FL

WATER,GATORADE EVERY 2 MILES

SUNDAY WEEKLY 6:00 AM

TAKE THE FIRST STEP ALL LEVELS / ALL SPEEDS VARIUOS DISTANCES

LYNN GRAY 813-453-7885

VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN TAMPA

ALL SPEEDS ALL ABILITIES ALL RUNNERS

SAT AND SUNDAY WEEKLY 6:00 AM

WEST FLORIDA "Y" RUNNERS CLUB GROUP RUNS

SKIP ROGERS 727-442-5838

CITY HALL PLAZA CLEARWATER FL

RUNS BETWEEN 3-23 MILES "DO THE LOOP"

WEDNESDAY WEEKLY 6:00 PM

SAFETY HARBOR ATHLETIC CLUB

DESIGN SPORTS 727-420-4666

670 MAIN STREET SAFETY HARBOR

ALL LEVELS VARIOUS DISTANCE

THURSDAY WEEKLY 6:30 PM

FITNICHE - CHOP SHOP PUB NITE

863-619-5390

WEDNESDAY WEEKLY 6:30 PM

RUNNING CENTER THURSDAY NIGHT RUNS

RUNNING CENTER 813-908-1960

14308 NORTH DALE MABRY NORTH TAMPA

SUNDAY JANUARY 1 8:30 AM

NEW YEAR'S DAY BLAST TO THE PAST 10K,5K AND 1 MILE

BILL STRACK 813-908-1960 WWW.RACEHAWK.COM

TEMPLE TERRACE REC CENTER TEMPLE TERRACE FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 7 8:00 AM

J. WEST PROSTATE CANCER 5K

727-638-2389 cemeteryconnections.com

GULFPORT CASINO GULFPORT FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 7 9:00 AM

KETTLE KRUSH 5K AND 1 MILE

RANDI-LYN FARRELL 727-550-8080 X330

DOWNTOWN ST. PETE FL.

SUNDAY JANUARY 8 8:30 AM

KIWANIS ADVENTURE RUN 5 MILE AND 5K

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HONEYMOON ISLAND DUNEDIN FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 21 5:00 PM

BELLEAIR SUNSET 5K AND FUN RUN

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BELLEAIR FL.

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CLEARWATER DISTANCE CLASSIC ULTRA, MARATHON 1/2 MARATHON AND 5 MILER,5K

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CHRIS LAUBER 727-468-9196

CLEARWATER FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 28 8:00 AM

20TH ANNUAL FISHHAWK RANCH 5K CHIP TIMED

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FISHHAWK RANCH LITHIA FL.

SUNDAY JANUARY 29 8:00 AM

FORT DESOTO CHIILY WILLY 5K RUN

JOE FERNANDEZ 813-417-0324

FORT DESORO PARK ST. PETE FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 4 7:00 AM

PEACE LOVE RUN 5K,10K

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FORT DESOTO PARK ST. PETE FL.

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RUN FOE PEACE LOVE STOP 5K AND 10K

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TAMPA RACES 813-232-5200

ALAFIA RIVER STATE PARK LITHIA FL.

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 10 7:00 PM

ROTARY TWILIGHT 5K RUN

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5TH ANNUAL VALENTINE'S RUN FOR YOUR BLING 5K

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CRUSADER GALLOP 5K AND 1 MILE

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MARYANN DEMONTE 727-461-1207

EAGLE LAKE PARK LARGO FL.

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GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 15K AND 5K

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GDC OFFICE 813.254-7866

DOWNTOWN TAMPA FL.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 26 7:00 AM

GASPARILLA DISTANCE CLASSIC 1/2 MARATHON, 8K

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SHAMROCK'N RUN 5K

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SATURDAY MARCH 11 8:00 AM

BROOKSVILLE LIBRARY 5K

CONTACT

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SATURDAY MARCH 11 8:30 AM

HALO 5K

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AL LOPEZ PARK FL. TAMPA FL.

SHAMROCK CLASSIC RUN 10K AND 5K

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36TH ANNUAL STRAWBERRY CLASSIC 5K AND 10K

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TEMPLE TERRACE ELEM. TEMPLE TERRACE FL.

SUNDAY MARCH 26 8:30 AM

ZTERRA TROUT CREEK TRAIL 5K AND 15K

TAMPA RACES 813-232-5200

TROUT CREEK WILDERNESS TAMPA FL.

SATURDAY APRIL 1 6:00 AM

CROOM TRAIL RUNS 50M/50K/16 MILE FOOLS RUN

TAMPA RACES 813-232-5200

CROOM TRAIL BROOKSVILLE FL.

SATURDAY APRIL 1 8:00 AM

HIPPIE DASH 5K

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DOWNTOWN GULFPORT FL.

SATURDAY APRIL 1 8:00 AM

PAINT THE TOWN COLOR RUN 5K

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FRIDAY APRIL 7 6:00 PM

PARR FOR THE COURSE 5K RUN

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BABE ZAHARIAS GULF COURSE TAMPA FL.

SUNDAY APRIL 9 9:00 AM

DARE TO GO BARE 5K

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SATURDAY APRIL 22 8:00 AM

PEACE LOVE STOP 5K

CANDACE FERNNELL 727-501-5543

ST. PETE FL.

SATURDAY APRIL 22 8:30 AM

BLUE RIBBON RUN 5K

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WALSINGHAM PARK LARGO FL.

SATURDAY APRIL 29 8:00 AM

TAMPA FIREFIGHTERS CHARITY PEDIATRIC BURN SURVIVOR 5K RUN

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LORI KRISTOF 813-229-7540

DOWNTOWN TAMPA FL.

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BARE DARE 5K CLOTHING OPTIONAL

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SUNDAY MAY 14 8:00 AM

I LOVE MOTHER'S DAY 5K

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AMERICAN RUNNING 727-799-1227

JOHN CHESTNUT PARK PALM HARBOR FL.

SATURDAY MAY 27 TBA

HONOR OUR HEROES MEMORIAL RUN 5K

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ST. PETE SUMMER SERIES #2

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PASS-A-GRILLE ST. PETE BEACH FL.

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SUNDAY JANUARY 15 7:00 AM

NAPLES DAILY NEWS HALLF -MAR

CONTACT

LOCATION

SATURDAY JANUARY 28 8:00 AM

RUN FOR THE PAWS 5K

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 4 8:00 AM

FALCON 5K RUN

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 5 6:30 AM

SARASOTA MUSIC HALF MARATHON WWW.SARASOTAHALF.COM

239-434-9786

NAPLES FL.

ALLISON DUFFEY ali@runforthepaws.com

NAPLES MUNICIPAL AIRPORT NAPLES FL.

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941-356-6257 ryan@sarasotahalf.com john@sarasotahalf.com

VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ART C SARASOTA FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 18 7:00 AM

MANASOTA ULTRA 25K/50K

DSAVID SIEGWARD 941-356-6470

OSCAR SCHERER STATE PARK OPSPREY FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 18 7:00 AM

PARADISE COAST HALF. MAR AND 5K

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FLORIDA SPORT PARK NAPLES FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 18 8:00 AM

SUPERHERO 5K 5K RUN

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NATHAN BENDERSON PARK SARASOTA FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 18 8:00 AM

UNITED OCR OBSTACLE EVENT

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DENANNA WILLSEY 941.366.2686

CELERY FIELD SARASOTA FL.

SATURDAY MARCH 4 7:30 AM

SHARK'S TOOTH 10K

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VENICE AIRPORT VENICE FL.

SUNDAY MARCH 5 7:00 AM

HOOTERS HALF MARATHON

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SATURDAY MARCH 11 8:00 AM

LIFE IN THE SUN 5K AND 10K

SUNDAY MARCH 19 TBA

FIRST WATCH SARASOTA HALF MARATHON

SATURDAY MARCH 25 7:30 AM

RUN FOR MUSIC 10K

FRIDAY MARCH 31 6:30 PM

ROBINSON PRESERVE TWILIGHT 5K AND 10K

SATURDAY APRIL 1 7:00 AM

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SUNDAY JANUARY 22 7:30 AM

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SATURDAY WEEKLY 6:00 AM

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TUES & THURSDA WEEKLY 6:30 PM

FUN2RUN AT FIT2RUN

SUNDAY JANUARY 15 TBA

KEY WEST HALF MARATHON AND 5K

SUNDAY JANUARY 15 8:00 AM

STEP FOR LIFE 5K

SUNDAY JANUARY 22 7:30 AM

THE RAINBOW 5K RUN 5K RUN

SUNDAY JANUARY 22 8:00 AM

DAVIE MAYOR 5K ROAD RACE

SUNDAY JANUARY 29 6:00 AM

15TH ANNUAL MIAMI MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 4 7:30 AM

SUNSMART 5K

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 5 8:00 AM

EAGLE 5K RUN

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 11 7:30 AM

8TH ANNUAL CCA 5K RUN

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 18 6:00 AM

EVERGLADES ULTRA 50K/50 M/25K

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 19 TBA

A1A MARATHON AND 5K

SATURDAY MARCH 4 TBA

FLORIDA KEYS MARATHON SOMBRERO BEACH RUN 26.2 AND 5K

SATURDAY MARCH 11 TBA

41ST SHAMROCK 10 MILER & 5K

DATE

EVENT/DISTANCE

SATURDAY JANUARY 14 8:00 AM

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LOCATION

305-227-1500

PARROT JUNGLE MIAMI FL

MISC.

561-753-9343

THE MALL WELLINGTON GREEN WELLINGTON FL.

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KEY WEST FL.

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BOCA RATON FL.

TBA

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www.daviepal.com

BERGERON RODEO GROUNDS DAVIE FL.

www.themiamimarathon.com

AMERICAN AIRLINES ARENA MIAMI FL.

info@sunsmart5k.com

CRANDON PARK KEY BISCAYNE FL.

www.accuchiptiming.com

MIAMI FL.

laurab@ccaeagles.org

CALVERY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FORT LAUDERDALE FL.

www.evergladesultras.com

FAKAHACHEE STRAND PRESERV STATE PARK FL.

WWW.EXCLUSIVESPORTS.CO

FORT LAUDERDALE FL.

www.SombreroBeachRun.com

KEY WEST FL.

www.accuchiptiming.com

PRINCE PARK LAKE WORTH FL.

RUNNING NORTH CONTACT

LOCATION

727-463-0642

JACKSONVILLE FL.

GWTC 30K / 15K

zach.deveau@gmail.com Jillianheddaeus@gmail.com

TALLAHASSEE FL.

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HELLCAT 10K/30K/50K

CHRIS RODATZ 904-655-6511

GREEN COVE SPRINGS FL.

SATURDAY JANUARY 21 8:00 AM

MATANZAS 5000

1ST PLACE SPORTS 904-731-3676

ST. AUGUSTINE FL.

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PONTW VEDRA BEACH FL.

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FLASH 12K AND 5K

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ST. MARKS PAVILION TALLAHASSEE FL.

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2017 FIVE POINTS OF LIFE RACE WEEKEND

WWW.FIVEPOINTSOFLIFE.OR

GAINESVILLE FL.

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BAY TO BAY BREAKFAST 8K

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BIG LAGOON STATE PARK PERDIDO KEY FL.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 25 8:00 AM

ORTEGA RIVER RUN

904.388.2632

ORTEGA FL.

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SUSAN BASSETT 850-323-0092

ST. GEORGE ISLAND FL.

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SATURDAY MARCH 11 8:30 AM

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MAD DOG TRIATHLON CLUB FLORIDA'S LARGEST TRIATHLON CLUB

CONTACT

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MISC.

813-582-1910

PASS-A-GRILLE ST. PETE BEACH FL

LARGEST TRI-CLUB I THE STATE OF FLORI

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WATERFRONT PARK CLERMONT FL.

SUNDAY JANUARY 29 8:00 AM

CHILLY WILLY DUATHLON 2016

SATURDAY MARCH 18 8:00 AM

THE INTIMIDATOR TRIATHLON

SUNDAY MARCH 19 7:30 AM

THE GREAT CLERMONT TRIATHLON

SUNDAY MARCH 26 TBA

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SOUTH BEACH MIAMI FL.

SWIM .93 MILES BIKE 24.25 MILES RUN 6.2 MILES

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MEK AND MIGHTY TRIATHLON

SUNDAY APRIL 30 TBA

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DOWNTOWN ST. PETE FL.

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DOWNTOWN ST. PETE

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MADEIRA BEACH TRIATHLON AND FAMILY WEEKEND

FRPM PROMOTIONS 813-417-0324

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SUNDAY JUNE 18 TBA

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CHERIE STARR 813-699-1200

CITY PIER BEACH SEBRING FL.

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SATURDAY OCTOBER 7 8:00 AM

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SUNDAY NOVEMBER 12 TBA

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Presented by St. Cecelia Catholic School Alumni Association

Eagle Lake Park 1800 Keene Rd. Largo, FL 33771 5K 10:00 A.M. (registration 9:00 A.M.) 1 Mile Trot 10:30 A.M. Pre-registration Cost* (by January 20, 2017) 5K (includes chip timing & awards) $30.00 1-mile Fun Trot (all ages) $25.00 T-Shirts not guaranteed for those registering after 1/20/2017. *All registrations received after January 20, 2017 are an additional $5.00 each. Entry fees are non-refundable.

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u Picnic Food, Mario’s Pizza, Chips, and Dessert

u 5K Gallop Chip Timed/ Course is accurately measured per

USA Track and Field standards/Awards to Top 3 Males & Females in all Age Groups

u Free Kids’ Activities: Bounce House, Kona Ice and more u Participant medals for everyone!

u Free Swag Bag, T-shirt, Water Bottle and more

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One form per participant.

$___________Amount Enclosed

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Signature of participant (or of legal guardian if participant is under 18)____________________________________________Date_________________________ Mail entry form & check to : St. Cecelia Interparochial Catholic School, 1350 Court Street, Clearwater, FL 33756 or Register now at www.st-cecelia.org.

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DO YOUR RUNNING SHOES REALLY FIT YOUR FEET AND GAIT? Probably not. I would estimate more than 80% of runners and walkers are wearing sub-par fitting and functioning shoes. The reasons are varied, from not-so-well-trained store employees and self-prescribing online purchasing, to stubborn customers fighting for a smaller size, lighter shoe or a particular color, personally ignoring their most important needs.

In the business, we joke about having a nickel for every time we hear a customer say “I’ve never worn that size before!”, “I’m a big guy, I need a light shoe!”, or “I want this shoe, I like the color!” These statements persist until running and walking pain becomes unbearable.

I was doing an event day recently in one of my stores and a lady, probably in her early 70s, came in, limping, and said, “You’re my last resort. I have been to many doctors and no one seems to be able to help. I don’t care what the shoes look like or what they cost, just help get rid of my pain so I can walk”. Sharon had a lot of issues – foot pressure pain upon standing, bunions, hammer toes, as well as heel, Achilles, knee, hip and low back pain - and a balance problem probably related to the above. No one can say that a life of terrible-fitting shoes caused all of her discomfort, but there is something to say about how, over the years, they can alter proper alignment, movement and function, leading to deformity, body tissue strain and excess wear and tear all the way up through the neck. Long story short, we got her into what we felt was the proper shoe for her weight and gait (a size and a half larger than she was wearing!), a thickly-padded sock for her foot pain, and foot supports to aid in foot and body alignment and balance. Sharon said she was amazed how much straighter and better she was walking, and with so much less pain. She left the store with a tear in her eye, really appreciative for all the time we spent helping her when no one else seemed to be able to.

There is much more to Sharon’s story, but this is just one story showing just how much influence proper fit, foot protection and foot and ankle alignment can have on the entire body.

So, when you are being fit at your favorite running store, and you hear the following from their employees, they really do know what they are talking about. The final choice is yours, though.

1. Running shoes should be fit at least a half size to a full size larger than your dress shoes.

2. You should have half to a full thumb’s width from your toes to the end of your shoe.

3. You need to be able to squeeze some material on top of your toes and forefoot. This will allow some wiggle room for your toes while you are just standing there. Once you have 3X your body weight coming down while running, you will fill-up the extra space, both in width and length.

4. If you are having pain, you need to change something.

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Disney Springs™

Naples

1494 E Buena Vista Dr, #A Splitsville Building Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 407-560-8333

Coastland Mall, Across from JCPenney 1810 Tamiami Trl N. Naples, FL 34102 239-263-3811

Ft. Myers/Estero

Orlando

Coconut Point, Next to Dillard’s 23190 Fashion Drive, Suite 109 Estero, FL 33928 239-947-2786

The Florida Mall, Next to JCPenney 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Space 732A Orlando, FL 32809 407-608-7786

Downtown St. Petersburg, Next to Hotel Indigo 256 2nd St. N. St. Petersburg, FL 33701 727-822-2786

Gainesville

Sarasota, Downtown

Tampa

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Tampa, FL 33607 813-873-2786

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MARCH 11, 2017

$20 $25 $30 $35

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BEFORE MAR 10 DAY OF RACE

7:30 AM REGISTRATION 8:30 AM 5K RACE START 9:30 AM FAMILY FUN RUN

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CHIP TIMING AWARDS & PRIZES AGE GROUP PRIZES FREE SHIRT & MEDAL

canned food raffle 1 can = 1 ticket $1 = 1 ticket

PRIZES UP TO $150

WEAR A HALO AND SUPPORT ANGELS UNAWARE. Angels Unaware is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to providing residential care facilities and services for the Developmentally Disabled of Tampa. Angels Unaware has been serving the Developmentally Disabled in Tampa since 1973 and currently operates eight group homes and supported living services. Our mission is to provide opportunities for our residents to achieve their full potential, exercise their independence and enjoy an enhanced quality of life to the fullest.

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Tampa Firefighters 7th Annual

Pediatric Burn Survivor 5K Run

Race Date: April 29, 2017  Check in begins at 6:30 am  5K Race starts at 8am and 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:05  Starting and Ending in front of the Tampa Firefighters Museum and Tampa Fire Rescue Headquarters 720 E. Zack St. Tampa, FL 33602  Packet Pick-up available at: Fit 2 Run (International Mall) 4-7pm on April 26th Tampa Firefighters Museum 12-7pm on April 28th Race Day Check In at the Tampa Firefighters Museum

Race Ticket includes:  Dri-Fit Shirt for 5K Runners only  Finisher medal to all participants  Post Race Party at Tampa Firefighters Museum  Free food and drinks  Fire Department Apparatus on site  Chip timed 5K  Awards to overall Top Male and Female and Top 3 in each age group  Music, Raffle, Prizes

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Tampa Firefighters Museum  Klausner, Kaufman, Jensen & Levinson Pediatric Surgery Center Brandon & Odessa  Friends of Tampa Firefighters Bronze Sponsors

Nationwide Retirement Solutions  Paul Davis Restoration Dennis Hernandez  Tampa Police Benevolence Association

Tampa Firefighters 7th Annual Pediatric Burn Survivor 5K Run 2017 Registration Form (Please Print Clearly) Name ___________________________________Date of Birth ____________Age ____ M □ F □ Address ______________________________City, State Zip ____________________________ Phone _____________ Email ____________________________________________________ Race: □ 5K: Shirt Size: Youth (M / L) Adult (XS / S / M / L / XL / XXL) (Race Day T-Shirt guaranteed for 5K runners if registered by April 14th)

□ 1 Mile Fun Run: 1 Mile Fun Runners will receive a Medal (T-Shirts are for 5K runners only)

Entry Fee: 5K $25 until 1/31/2017  $30 2/1/2017 to 4/28/2017  $35 Day of Race Entry Fee: 1 Mile Fun Run $15.00  $20 Day of Race Make Checks payable to Tampa Firefighters Charity Fund, Inc. and mail to 3116 N. Boulevard Tampa, Florida 33603

Credit card payment may be made at https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Tampa/7thAnnualTampaFirefightersPediaticBurnSurvivor5K Go to Tampafirefighters.com for links and more information. All entry fees are tax deductible.

Waiver: In consideration of this entry, I, for myself, my heirs, devises, executors, administrators, and assigns hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims against, Tampa Firefighters Charity Fund, Inc., organization, sponsoring or conducting this event, or their employees, representatives, or successors, for any and all damages or injuries I may suffer. I hereby grant permission for the free use of my name and picture in any broadcast, brochure, or account of this event.

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 Signature:_____________________________ Date: ________Parent/Guardian signature is required if registrant is less than 18 years of age. Emergency Contact: ____________________________________________ Phone number: _________________________________

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PARR Foundation PRESENTS

2nd Annual PARR For the Course 2017

April 7, 2017, Babe Zaharias Golf Course, Tampa

6:30pm 7:30pm

5K Race (Chip-Timed) 1Mile Fun Run/Walk

Join us for this great 5K Chip-Timed race on one of the most unique courses in the Tampa Bay area.

ENTRY FEE Thru April 4th After April 5th Race Day Youth (14 & under)

5K $25 $30 $35 $20

1Mi $15 $15 $15 $10

Both $35 $40 $45 $25

AWARDS, DIVISIONS & AGE GROUPS 5K Top Overall & Top Masters Male/Female Awards* 5K Standard 5-Year Age Group (3 Deep) Medals

* Courtesy of Running Center

GOODIES 5K Chip-Timed, Commemorative T-shirt**, Raffle, Post-Race Party w/FREE BEER & FOOD, DJ, & More!

** Hurry: T-shirt guaranteed only if registered & paid by 3/25

FOR MORE INFORMATION & ONLINE REGISTRATION

parrforthecourse.racehawk.com

By mail: Registration form must be postmarked by 4/3. Mail to: PARR For The Course, 4522 W. Village Dr., #214, Tampa FL 33624 In person: Day of Race (Registration begins at 5pm)

Email questions to mike@parrfoundation.org or call 813-936-8700.

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HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF SURVIVING RIDING A BICYCLE ON OUR ROADS

Brian is a practicing attorney, specializing in personal injury cases with a subspecialty representing cyclists in bike/auto accidents. He is a lifelong resident of St. Petersburg, and has been active, as both a participant and race manager for in excess of thirty years. He has worked on all phases of race production, including being one of the early race directors of St. Anthony’s Triathlon; announces many races on the West Coast of Florida, and served the Florida Region on the National Board of Directors for USATriathlon for six years, and is the Past President of that Organization.

He has two daughters (Shana Harrington and Brianne Gaal), two son’s in law (Scott Lowery and Marty Gaal) , and one granddaughter (Haileigh Houser) who are active triathletes. He brings this experience to our races as our race announcer.

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Another title to this article could be “How not to be an ass on a bike.” I prefer the first. The following are a few of the lessons I’ve learned that allow me to survive riding a bike in Pinellas County, one of the most heavily populated counties in the Country:

1. Be courteous, courteous, courteous, even when the driver may not have earned it. Too many times, we cyclists are very willing to give a hand gesture to a motorist who displeases us. Rather, try to cultivate a bicycle culture of civility to all drivers: you will be surprised how many will respond in kind;

2. When group riding, NEVER SWARM A MOTOR VEHICLE. Some may wonder what this means: when a group approaches a stopped vehicle, normally at a controlled intersection, many cyclists will pass on either side of the vehicle to gain a little bit of space. The effect is to virtually surround the stopped car. It can be terrifying to the driver; and it without a doubt will not endear cyclists to that driver in the future.

3. Whenever at a red light, where there is any other vehicle in the area, DO NOT roll or run that light: the driver seeing you do that maneuver may just be one of your jurors if the time ever comes where you are in court for injuries from a vehicle/cycle accident. Even where the accident was clearly not your fault, anyone on that jury with a bad past experience with cyclists will punish you. May not be fair, but it is reality.

4. If in a large group, where the first quarter of the group has passed the intersection when the light turns red, that does not give the other three quarters of the group license to continue through the intersection, blocking drivers with a green light. I know the concerns for stopping by the cyclists; that’s why we all have big voices. Use them. If you think about it, pissing off drivers of vehicles that weigh 200 times your bicycle makes no sense. while they may not hit you, many will “punish” you in the future with a brush back pass. While not legal, no one should ever want to be “dead right.”

Common sense and courtesy on the road is not only good practice, it could save your life or the life of another cyclist. Even if you are a large big voiced intimidating cyclist (No John S., I’m not referring to you), by your immature actions towards a driver, you may be setting the stage for another cyclists nightmare. Let’s work harder to be friends of motorists; let’s work harder to cultivate favor with the motorists with whom we have no choice but to cohabit our streets. We may never win over some motorists, but we must continually try to be good users of our roads and to show others cyclists can be safe, law abiding participants in our society.

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5k – 7:00pm 1.5 Mile Walk – 7:15pm Clover Kids Fun Run – 8:15pm (ages 7 and under)

Race Fees

5k – $20 pre-registered by March 5, $25 day of event 1.5 Mile Walk – $15 pre-registered by March 5, $20 day of event Clover Kids Fun Run – $10

March 10, 2017 7pm

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5k only – Top 3 M/F; Masters M/F; Grand Masters M/F; top 3 in each age group.

5k Run • 1.5 Mile Walk • Kids Fun Run

Age Groups 10 and under; 11–12; 13–14; 15–19; standard 5 year age groups to 70+.

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T-shirts to the first 500 registered participants. Post-race meal, refreshments, drinks and live entertainment. All Clover Kids will receive a t-shirt, ribbon and kids meal.

Parking 301 4th Street SW - Pinellas County School Board Lot.

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Pre-registration form drop-off will be at the Largo Golf Course 12500 Vonn Rd, (727)593-6165. Pre-registration ends 3/5/2017.

Pre-registered participants may pick up their race packets on Thursday, March 9, 5-7 pm at the Largo Golf Course, or beginning at 5pm on race day at Ulmer Park. Race day registration opens at 5pm.

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By exposing the human body to extremely cold temperatures in Nitrogen gas form, for only 2.5 minutes, the human body can create the illusion that it is in danger of freezing. That creates vasoconstriction and enriches the blood in the core, subsequently enabling a waste-flushing mechanism of oxygenated blood being delivered from the core to extremities.

The result? Whole Body Recovery. Better Sports Performance. Pain Relief. Faster runs. Longer runs. More wins!

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Orlando, FL 32814

NOTE: Parents cannot be on the course pacing children.

Age / Gender * 8:00 a.m. ................ 11-year boys 8:15 a.m. ................ 11-year girls 8:30 a.m. ................ 10-year boys 8:45 a.m. ................ 10-year girls 9:00 a.m. ................. 9-year boys 9:15 a.m. ................. 9-year girls 9:30 a.m. ................. 8-year boys 9:45 a.m. ................. 8-year girls 10:00 a.m. .................. 7-year boys 10:15 a.m. .................. 7-year girls 10:30 a.m. .................. 6-year boys 10:45 a.m. .................. 6-year girls 11:00 a.m. ................... 5-year boys (.5 mile) 11:10 a.m. ................... 5-year girls (.5 mile) 11:20 a.m. .................. 4-under kids’ run (Free)**

All Smile Mile registered entrants receive a t-shirt.

Sizes are not guaranteed for race day registration.

Size Key: YS = 6-8, YM = 10-12, YL = 14-16 Adult S = Small, M = Medium, L = Large Top three boys and girls in each age group.

Medals will be given to all half milers/milers Courtesy of the Musante Family Trust Participation Award A $500 Track Shack Foundation grant will be awarded to one school from each county with the most runners participating! To qualify a school must have a minimum of 25 runners participating.

* All times are am and are subject to change. ** Register on Race Day, T-shirt not included.

Unscored, all finishers receive a ribbon!

Register Now at TrackShack.com Walk in or mail completed entry form to Track Shack • 1104 North Mills Avenue Orlando, FL 32803 • 407-896-1160 Make check payable to: Track Shack Fitness Club

Saturday March 4, 2017 Blue Jacket Park

For more information on the Track Shack Foundation, please visit TrackShack.com Entry fees are nonrefundable and non transferable.

Thru February 18.......$8 Feb. 19 - Mar. 3....... $11 Day of Race ............. $16 Kids’ Run Free (4-under, Race Day Registration Only)

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Restrictions For safety reasons, baby joggers/strollers, bicycles, roller skates, in-line skate, dogs and parents pacing children are prohibited from the racecourse. The use of headphones is discouraged.

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INCOMPLETE OR UNSIGNED ENTRY FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. In consideration of my child’s, or the child in my care, entry being accepted, I intend to be legally bound, and do hereby, for myself, my child or the child in my care, my heirs, executors, waive and release all rights and claims for damages which may have or which may hereinafter accrue to my child or the child in my care against Track Shack, Track Shack Foundation, Track Shack Fitness Club, Event Marketing and Management International, Inc., and their sponsors for the event upon which my child or the child in my care is entering, any subsidiary or political division thereof, of their respective officers, agents, directors, representatives, successors, assigns, and sponsors for any and all damages or injuries which may be sustained and suffered by me in connection with my association with entry or participation in the event as is mentioned above. If my child or the child in my care should suffer injury or illness I authorize officials of the race to use their discretion to have my child or the child in my care transported to a medical facility, and I take full responsibility for this action. I attest and certify that my child or the child in my care is physically fit and has sufficiently trained for the completion of this event. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use any photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, recordings or any other record of this event for any purpose.

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Why You Can’t Fire Your Most POWERFUL Muscle.

Brian Klepacki, MS, USAT, CSCS Head Coach and Owner of Optimax Performance Training. www.optimaxperformance.com Athletes should always be focusing on improving the health of their hips, but fixing the issues of weakness, tightness or imbalance isn’t just as simple as standing up or doing a few exercises. That will definitely help but you need to do more than that so keep reading.

The psoas is a major muscle located deep in the pelvic area and is largely responsible for many of our daily movements. The hip flexors (primarily the psoas) are the most important muscles for hip flexion (moving your leg upward and forward). The most important muscle for extending your hip (moving your leg downward and back) is the gluteus maximus. Both of these muscles attach high on the hip and control the femur bone (upper thigh). When they are in balance with the proper mobility you inherently have good glute activation patterns.

Occasionally, people will have weak hip flexors, thus, when they flex their hip, the muscles that attach lower down on the hip and thigh (such as the tensor fascia latae and rectus femoris), end up doing what the hip flexors should be doing. This also often leads to a posterior pelvic posture (old-guy butt syndrome) that negates good glute and hip flexor activation in favor of hamstring and TFL activation and allows the head of the femur to slide slightly out of the socket, often causing hip pain.

Yes that’s quite a bit of anatomy and physiology talk but that’s what takes place in nearly everyone who sits for long periods of time. Furthermore, excessively tight hip flexors with an anterior rotated pelvis (or a posture where the butt sticks out) can also restrict glute function, but in our experience the majority of athletes with tight hip flexors rarely have glute activation issues near to the extent as someone with weak hip flexors and a swayback posture. People with tight hip flexors may have issues with hamstring strains and back pain, due to the excessive curve in the lower back, but from a glute activation standpoint it’s definitely better to have tight hip flexors than weak hip flexors and it's rather simple to correct the tightness issue.

To have your glute activation patterns maximized you need the muscles that attach your thigh higher up on the hip controlling movement of your thighs rather than muscles that attach lower on your hip. You want the muscles that attach your thighbone to your hip keeping the head of your femur bone "tight" in the hip socket.

When you don't have this snug fit (don’t be confused by compressed) you have glute activation issues.

Too many people have non-existent glutes from sitting too much and also not training their glutes hard enough. From a strength perspective, if you were to consciously go in the weight room and do nothing but attack your glutes like a bodybuilder attacks his biceps you wouldn’t be that far off the mark.

There are 2 main problems that occur with regard to the glutes:

Inhibited glutes: In this situation the glutes are shutdown indefinitely. For a variety of reasons, they don’t contract in your daily life when you walk, stand, get up off the toilet, or when you move in sport. This situation is more common in those who sit on their butts all day but it can exist even in elite level athletes.

Overshadowed glutes: Here the glutes DO fire properly, but are not as strong as other lower body muscles (like the quadriceps, and adductors) When this weakness is present the body will use other muscles to do what the glutes SHOULD be doing. This creates inefficiency in performance and usually results in some type of pain or injury. Whenever you perform an explosive compound movement such as a squat jump, deadlift, sprint, etc., the majority of work tends to be done by the strongest of those muscle groups. Technique will also have a substantial impact on all of this, but one problem many athletes have is they naturally have proportionately more strength and natural muscle cells in muscles other than their glutes, like their thighs.

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Retracing our steps a little bit we need to focus on how poor glute activation affects our psoas. In reality it’s the psoas that affects our glute activation. It’s another one of those vicious cycles that will screw us up if not fixed. In short, when our iliopsoas group is tight the glutes are unable to properly fire due to changes in muscle length, joint angles and efficiency of natural movement and here lies the problem that needs to be addressed immediately.

In order to loosen the iliopsoas, myofascial release techniques need to be applied and this can be done by foam rolling these two areas of the hips as seen in these pictures here.

When foam rolling these areas, spend 60-120s on each muscle group making slow passes applying enough pressure covering every square inch before moving on to the next area. You’ll see great improvements in your hips in no time if you foam roll consistently before and after exercise and also on your days of rest.

If you’re interested in learning how to loosen up your hips even more, visit www.gethealthyhips.com. For more information on Coach Brian and Optimax Performance Training, visit www.optimaxperformance.com.

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THIS YEAR REMEMBER LOCAL DU-TRIATHLONS IN 2017 Chilly Willy Duathlon (13 years) Southeast Championship Ft De Soto Park 01/29/17 Run 5k, Bike, 10 miles Run 5k Escape from Ft De Soto Triathlon (31th year) Ft De Soto Park 04/01/17 Swim ½ mile, Bike 10, miles Run 5k USAT sanctioned New This Year International Distance ( Limited 200 ) St. Anthony’s Triathlon Meek and Mighty St. Petersburg 04/29/17 Swim 100 yds / 200 yds, 3.6 mi./ 5.4 mi., run ½ mi. / 1 mile (ages 7-10 /, 11+) St. Anthony’s Triathlon (33rd year ) St Petersburg 04/30/17 Swim 750 M, Bike 20K, Run 5K ( Sprint) Swim 1.5k, Bike 40k, Run 10K ( International Distance) Madeira Beach Triathlon (32nd ) Archibald Park Madeira Beach 06/04/17 Swim ¼ mile(new distance), Bike 10 miles, Run 5k USAT sanctioned Dunedin Triathlon Dunedin 06/11/17 Swim ¼ Mile, Bike 12 Miles, Run 3.1 Run 3.1 Miles, Bike 12 Miles, Run 3.1 miles (Duathlon) Top Gun Triathlon (17th year) Ft De Soto Park 07/22/17 Swim ¼ mile Bike 10 miles Run 5k USAT sanctioned Siesta Key Triathlon ( 33rd Year) Siesta key 09/23/17 ( Subject To Change ) Swim .3 miles, Bike 13 miles, run 3.1 miles Tarpon Springs Triathlon (27th year) Fred Howard Park, Tarpon Springs 09/xx/17 Swim ¼ mile, Bike 10 Miles, Run 3.1 miles adjustments will be made if needed) Lycra & Lace Triathlon (4th year) Ft De Soto Park 10/7/17 Swim ¼ mile Bike 10 miles Run 5k USAT sanctioned Also, Check out these great out of Town Triathlon CFT Triathlon (ALL) Heartland Triathlon Longleaf Triathlon Huntington Disease Triathlon From Our Local Race Directors: Remember to support all our local triathlon as well as out of town triathlon listed above.

These triathlons all were there in the beginning for us and now need our support due to out of town non –local Race Directors that come in and leave and do not support the richness our all local triathlon scene.

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3:00 pm REGISTRATION STARTS 5:30 pm KID'S RACES 6:30 pm 5K & 1OK WAVE START Based on estimated finish time

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• Cash Awards to Top Finishers • Race Party, Beverages & Beer (with proper ID) • Strollers & Runners with dogs welcomed

• Finisher Medals to Kids • Chip Timed 5K • Age Group Awards 3 Deep

'HIGH QUALITY' TECH GENDER-SPECIFIC SHIRTS TO THE FIRST 1,500 REGISTERED. ($35 value)

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April 1, 2017 7— 5K Registration at 7 am m– RACE S tarts at 8 am m–

33rd Annual Patron Event

New Location on— —Hillsborough County Fairgrounds ds 215 Sydney Washer Road, Dover, FL 33527 (Off of State Road 60)

RIBBONS & PRIZES AWARDED FOR 3 FASTEST TIMES IN 3 CATEGORIES: MEN, WOMEN, CHILDREN 5K R EGISTRATION BEGINS AT 7:00 AM 5K ST START ART TIME 8: 8:00 0 AM THIS I S IS IS I S A CH CHIPPED C IPPED TIM TIMED ME ED D EVENT V EN VEN NT FUN N FOR OR R THE HE E ENTIRE RE E FAMILY LY Y! 5K EARLY RACE PACKET PICK CK U UP UP,, THURSDAY, TH HURSDAY, MARCH 30TH H NOON ON N — 7 PM AT CENTER PLA PLACE ACE FINE EA ART ARTS S (BUY Y IT NOW GIFT BAS BA ASKETS AS A S KE ETS W WILLL ALSO BE AVAILABLE)

FREE Fun Art Activities for all runners/walkers FREE Children’s Obstacle Course Raffle Baskets - BUY IT NOW Gift Baskets YOYO Juice Mike and Sandy’s Fun Time Food

Memberships & Sponsorship p PURCHASE YOUR MEMBERSHIP OR SPONSORSHIP & HELP SUPPORT THE ARTS IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD! *SEE ADDITIONAL FLYER FOR PRICING & MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS*

Center Place Fine Arts is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Your donation may be tax deductible.

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Croom Trail 50M, 50K, 16M Fools Run Don’t be a fool and miss and it!

Are you fool enough to run it?

Races: Croom Trail 50 Mile Fools Run * Croom Trail I'm not a Fool 50K * John Holmes 16 Mile Trail Run Where: Withlacoochee State Forest, NE of Brooksville FL (60 min drive N of Tampa, 80 min from Orlando) When: Saturday, April 1, 2017, 50M starts at 6:00am, 50K starts at 7:00am and the 16 Mile at 7:00am Course: The challenging 50 mile course follows 3 repeat loops on the Croom Hiking Trail through central Florida's long leaf pines and scrub oak covered hills, past creek bottoms and cypress ponds. There will be a 6:00pm cut off.

The 50K race will follow the same course with 2 repeat loops and the 16 Mile Race is one loop.

Amenities: Full-Color Tech T-Shirts, Race Packets, loaded aid stations, post race party, shower...

Awards: Finisher Awards for the 50M/50K and Top Finisher Awards for the 16M Overall Male/Female/Master Male/Master Female will receive a special award Host Hotel: Microtel Hotel 6298 Nature Coast Blvd. Brooksville, (352)-796-9025. I-75/S.R. 50 intersection Ask for “Croom Fools Run” rate if you make reservation at least 3 weeks prior.

Packet Pickup: Friday March 31 from 4pm to 7pm at the race start area and also Saturday April 1 Charity: Friends of The Withlacoochee State Forest Parking: Please try to carpool to the event if possible Contact: Call (813) 232-5200, email at fools@tamparaces.com, or go to wwwTampaRaces.com Entry Fees: Early Entry (until 12/31/16) Croom Trail 50 Mile Fools Run $90 Croom Trail 50K I’m Not A Fool Run $80 John Holmes 15 Mile Trail Run $60 NO REFUNDS or TRANSFERS. Event is limited to the first 250 entrants.

Later Entry (until 3/30/17) $105 $95 $70 RAIN OR SHINE

Checks Payable To: Event Operation, Inc. 2302 N. Central Ave. Tampa, FL 33602

Online Application: Eventbrite.com

Name _______________________________________________ Sex ________ Age ________ Birthdate________ Address ___________________________________________________ Phone:____________________________ City_______________________________________________________State____________ Zip______________ Email:___________________________________________________ 50M _______ 50K_______ 16M _______ T-Shirt Size S___ M___ L ___ XL ___ XXL ___ For and in consideration of Event Operations Inc. and USA Track & Field, Inc. allowing me, the undersigned, to participate in The Croom Fools Trail Runs; I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children, guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, hereby agree to and make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Waiver and Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement (the “Agreement”); 1. I hereby represent that (i) I am at least eighteen (18) years of age or older; (ii) I am in good health and in proper physical condition to participate in the Event; and (iii) I am not under the influence of alcohol or any illicit or prescription drugs which would in any way impair my ability to safely participate in the Event. I agree that it is my sole responsibility to determine whether I am sufficiently fit and healthy enough to participate in the Event, that I am responsible for my own safety and well being at all times and under all circumstances while at the Event site.

2. I understand and acknowledge that participation in track & field, road running, race walking, cross country, mountain, ultra, and trail running Events is inherently dangerous and represents an extreme test of a person’s physical and mental limits. I understand that participation involves risks and dangers which include, without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, permanent disability, paralysis and loss of life; loss of or damage to equipment/property; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; contact with other participants, spectators, animals or other natural or manmade objects; dangers arising from adverse weather conditions; imperfect course or track conditions; land, water and surface hazards; equipment failure; inadequate safety measures; participants of varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate control of the Event Organizers; and other undefined, not readily foreseeable and presently unknown risks and dangers (“Risks”). I understand that these Risks may be caused in whole or in part by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Event, or the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties defined below, and I hereby expressly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses or expenses which I incur as a result of my participation in any Event.

3. I agree to be familiar with and to abide by the USATF Bylaws, Operating Regulations, and Competition Rules established for the Event, including any safety regulations established for the benefit of all participants. I accept sole responsibility for my own conduct and actions while participating in the Event, and the condition and adequacy of my equipment.

4. I hereby Release, Waive and Covenant Not to Sue, and further agree to Indemnify, Defend and Hold Harmless the following parties: the USOC, USA Track & Field, Inc., its Associations and Sport Disciplines, Event Organizers, Event Directors and Promoters, Sponsors, Advertisers, Coaches and Officials; Venue and Property Owners upon which the Event takes place; Law Enforcement Agencies and other Public Entities providing support for the Event; and each of their respective parent, subsidiary and affiliated companies, officers, directors, partners, shareholders, members, agents, employees and volunteers (Individually and Collectively, the “Released Parties” or “Event Organizers”), with respect to any liability, claim(s), demand(s), cause(s) of action, damage(s), loss or expense (including court costs and reasonable attorneys fees) of any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to my participation in the Event, including claims for Liability caused in whole or in part by the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties. I further agree that if, despite this Agreement, I, or anyone on my behalf, makes a claim for Liability against any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, defend and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any such Liabilities which any may be incurred as the result of such claim.

I hereby warrant that I am of legal age and competent to enter into this Agreement, that I have read this Agreement carefully, understand its terms and conditions, acknowledge that I will be giving up substantial legal rights by signing it (including the rights of my spouse, children, guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns), acknowledge that I have signed this Agreement without any inducement, assurance or guarantee, and intend for my signature to serve as confirmation of my complete and unconditional acceptance of the terms, conditions and provisions of this Agreement. This Agreement represents the complete understanding between the parties regarding these issues and no oral representations, statements or inducements have been made apart from this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. ___________________________________________________________________ Signature (Parent or guardian signature is mandatory if participant is under 18) Date

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Walking is Medicine Lynn Gray B.A. M.S. RRCA Certified Coach

As our society becomes more focused on technological advances and a busier lifestyle we find ourselves increasingly isolated, stressed, and physiologically more sedentary. The notion of “taking a walking break” is soothing and if practiced, the motion becomes mentally relaxing. Consider “taking a walk” as a far healthier and physically rewarding choice when desiring to briefly detour the stresses of life. It is a fact that the more control we have over our mental and physical well-being, increased overall health will occur, making day to day living more productive and meaningful.

Those of us approaching middle age will find many exciting options in the exercise realm and want to be part of the action which a healthy body can deliver. During the last 8 years or so our “walk/run” race event directors both encourage and accommodate walkers. Some race events now have almost half runners and half walkers who participate.

There are many gains which walking and brisk walking can give to people of all ages.

Here are a few of these following mental and physical perks.

• Friendship: Perhaps the greatest walking movement benefit of late is the camaraderie gained from joining walking groups planning a distance goal such as completing a 5K or a half marathon distance. The largest population gains in distance events are now made up of women. They love conquering new goals and becoming fit while allowing downtime for socializing and relaxing.

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Mood enhancer: Regular walking can greatly reduce depression. The ages of sixties, seventies, and beyond reveal an increased sense of isolation and lack of physical and mental stimulation. Retirement, increased isolation from not being in a social environment, and decreased physical health drive the later ages into negative habits often leading to alcoholism and increased drug use. A group walking program resolves this by providing its own social network. The younger ages gain increased self-esteem with an outlet to establish them competitively in a physical arena which supports walking and running events. Physiologically exercise increases endorphins, the neurochemicals occurring naturally in the brain which elevate the mood and reduce anxiety levels.

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Increased Coordination: Accidental falls occur more frequently as one allows muscles, balance, and posture to deteriorate. In fact falling accounts for a large number of deaths after 65. The walking movement establishes a continual heel to toe striking gait which aids balance and overall body coordination. The range of motion or leg span of a vigorous cardio walk together with the fast movement of the arms reminds the walker to practice a balanced posture during fast forward movement.

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Bone Density: After thirty or so many of us are being reminded to engage in exercises to increase bone density and therefore avoid breaking bones easily. By age 65 one in four women has osteoporosis and have thin bones which look like a honeycomb. From forty on, an increasing number of women get osteopenia, a predecessor to osteoporosis. Many studies have been made which show that the impact of walking, cardio walking and running can slow down and even reverse bone loss by promoting bone to become denser. Lastly, the more muscles we gain surrounding the bones, the more protection our bones and vital organs receive from impact incidents.

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Get Flexible: Living out the middle ages and onward reveal a loss of fluidity both in the joints and largely in the muscles. The long span required for a full cardio-walk movement requires a stride length of 12 to16 inches in length which lends itself to leg flexibility. Using the knee as a hinge joint helps with keeping forward movement both fluid and steady on strong knees with well-developed tendons and ligaments. The use of arm propulsion of cardio walking is analogous with the knee/leg movement. In this case the range of motion is established with a full arm swing and assisted with a flexible elbow joint.

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Up the Metabolism: The war of the worlds for many of us begins with weight loss vs. weight gain. Let’s look at weight gain first. Cardio walking greatly increases the metabolism; the body’s ability to burn energy. Conversely, as we age and our appetite decreases, a vigorous walk will stimulate the appetite thereby assuring the important nutrients and minerals to be absorbed into the body. The frosting on the cake for those who desire to lose weight is the development of leg, arm, and core muscle. The increased density of muscle mass increases metabolism even while you are sedentary.

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diabetes due to the body removing sugar from the bloodstream quickly. The intestines are stimulated with vigorous cardio walking. The form needed for cardio walking includes a constant slight swing left and right with the arms which gives the intestines a slight “twisting” effect. This continuous twist will help stimulate bowel movements and in general help rid the body of waste.

Yes, it is time for us to take a “walk”. The physical benefits are numerous and the resulting lifestyle accommodates friendship and positive experiences. Keep taking steps forward and relish the time set aside to bring upon increased energy and a huge reduction of stress. Take that “first step” for the New Year and briskly walk a 5K event.

Lynn Gray, B.A., M.S., RRCA coach, Walk to Run © trainer, author Conquering the Marathon, Fit and Faster and Cardio Walking for Weight Loss, contributor to Runner’s World magazine Owner of Take…The First Step. President of Take…The First Step Club, Forty eight plus years of running and ratio running… including 99 marathons (12 Boston marathons) www.FirstStepPrograms.com Lgray88@yahoo.com (813) 453-788 Founder and director of: Miles for Minds ©

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“Is that Earl and Laura

“Is that Celia Dubey and her husband Joel wearing

wearing Boston Bill Sunglasses.”

Boston Bill Sunglasses ? No wonder Celia is 2015 USAT

Please stop by the Boston Bill Sunglasses booth Duathlon Masters Na�onal Champion and female at Gasparilla and say hello and pick up a new pair!

overall winner and age group champion!”

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Armadillo Run 10k, 5k or 1-Mile Wellness Run/Walk Saturday, March 11 2017 Start Times: 5:30am - Onsite Registration/Check-in 7:30am - 5k and 10k Run/Walk 8:45am - 1-Mile Wellness Run/Walk 9:00am - Award Ceremonies Location: Oldsmar Public Library 400 St. Petersburg Drive, Oldsmar FL 34677 Register ONLINE:

www.armadillorun.org

The Rotary Club of Oldsmar Eastlake is proud to sponsor the 35th Annual Armadillo Run. This popular run is held on flat, fast, scenic and certified 10k and 5k courses with chip timing. Only EARLY registered runners (prior to March 1) are guaranteed a colorful commemorative shirt.

Our super post-race party includes massages, entertainment, food, beer, prizes, and much more!

Participating in the Armadillo Run helps our Rotary club support both local community needs and international projects including: Adopt-A-Class programs, Student of the Month, Rising Stars, and Comeback kids at local elementary schools, college scholarships for local high school seniors, Oldsmar Food Pantry, Students for Tomorrow's Leaders, and humanitarian work globally. Please do not miss out on your chance to support the Rotary and celebrate 35 years running strong! _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Last Nam e

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Waiver and Release: In consideration of the acceptance of this entry in the Armadillo Run, I waive any and all claims for my self and my heirs against the Rotary Club of Oldsmar / Eastlake, and all officials, all sponsors, the City of Oldsmar, and the County of Pinellas, for any and all damages, injuries, and/or illness which may directly or indirectly result from my participation. I understand the dangers of racing long distance (10k, 5k, or 1 mile) and consider my self adequately trained and in proper phy sical condition to participate in this event. I hereby grant permission for the use of my name or picture in any broadcast, brochure, or account of this event. ENTRY FEES NON-REFUNDABLE _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature Date

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