MTH @ Wine Glass Marathon – photos
October 10, 2008
The Wine Glass Marathon and Marathon Rely takes place in Corning, New York. October 5, 2008 was the 27th annual event. Our members who attended had a great time – even took home some medals!
Oatmeal-Tahini Bars
October 10, 2008
This is a recipe I adapted from the Coconut-Almond bars in Nov 2008 Runner’s World Magazine.
I added the super foods – raw cacao which is high in magnesium helping to reduce PMS symptoms, is food for the brain and heart and is one of the highest foods in antioxidants, I also added gogi berries with are loaded with trace minerals and contain all 8 essential amino acids. I roll these into little balls, and they make the perfect power snack, great before or after a workout or whenever you need a little pick up. They will keep 2-3 days in the fridge and I haven’t tried freezing them
In a large bowl combine:two cups rolled oats (not quick oats) one cup unsweetened coconut, and 1/2 cup each chopped dates or raisins, chopped raw gogi berries, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, raw pumpkin seeds, raw cacao nibs (available at health food stores).
In a smaller bowl combine: 1 1/2 cups Raw Tahini and 1 cup or less (depends on how sweet you want it) of Raw Honey. If you can’t find raw honey or tahini use conventional products they just have a lot less nutrients. Also add one tsp pure vanilla. Make sure the Tahini and Honey are room temperature or slightly heated so they are easy to combine.
Combine wet and dry ingredients, and with wet hands roll into balls. Store in the fridge.
Trail Running Tips
October 9, 2008
Trail Running Tips From our Trail Experts- Barb and Sue
Trail tip for the week; Miss Manners speaks out on Trail Etiquette
We have run for the last few weeks on some very different trails but in each case we encountered other people out enjoying biking, running, walking.
Here are a few things to keep in mind so that all can enjoy their time with nature on the trails
1. Don’t litter. If you are gone for a long run and have taken food or gels to help refuel, ensure that you have a fanny pack or pocket to keep the wrappers with you until you get home.
2. Most trailheads have designated parking areas. Do your best to respect these areas and avoid parking your car on the side of the road or somebody’s private property.
3. Training with a partner or group is a wonderful way to stay motivated but keep in mind most trails are narrow. Watch out for the other guy who is coming towards you or trying to pass from behind. It is not fair to make the others go “off roading” to get around your large group that will appear to be monopolizing the trail.
4. Respect nature – stay on the trails whenever possible. Lots of small animals and birds nest on the ground - so watch your step if you stray from the trail. Some animals and birds are very territorial especially if they have young ones around so please, this is their home you are visiting, respect it accordingly.
