Mission accomplished!      07/10

Seattle’s 525 staircases ascended

   It took nearly two years, but a running group from Seattle accomplished its goal of running up each and every step of Seattle’s 525 listed public stairways. The group included Craig Soper, Tony Gaetjens, Craig Curran, Craig Foster, Monte Evans, David Olsho, Steve Paul and Martin Berg. . . .

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Common Ground      05/10

Women’s-only events offer more than just competition

   More than just competition and exercise, women’s-only outdoor events provide a supportive environment for women of all ages and athletic abilities. Unlike co-ed events, women’s-only events have a festival or party-like atmosphere where the buoyant camaraderie extends to complete strangers . . .

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Jingle Bell Rock!      12/09

Arthritis Jingle Bell Runs raise money, awareness

   It is a sleepy Sunday morning in December: the leaves fallen, the days at their shortest, and the nip of the Northwest’s winter frost unmistakably in the air. Perhaps there is even a light dusting of snow on the ground — but it won’t stop what’s about to come pounding down the pavement . . .

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Winter Running: 10 Tips     11/09
Here are 10 tips on how to do winter running right.

   Each winter, untold thousands of runners head indoors to train on treadmills and tracks when the temps turn cold. But running outdoors year-round is possible. With the right running apparel and gear, you can make winter running not only bearable but also comfortable in any temperature. . .

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