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Jan 12 2015
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Welcome 2015 Toronto Yonge Street 10K Digital Champions!

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We are excited to welcome a brand new crew of Digital Champions to share their training journeys to the 2015 Toronto Yonge Street 10K! With less than 100 days to go until race day, these 10 runners will be blogging, tweeting, instagramming and connecting with the #TYS10K running community. Follow their journeys, their ups and downs, motivations and challenges, as they train for Toronto’s Premier Spring Road Race.

Meet the 2015 Toronto Yonge Street 10K Digital Champions:

1) Robert Broulliette
Twitter: http://twitter.com/RunnerRob4Life
Instagram: http://instagram.com/RunnerRob4Life

2) Jess Collins
Twitter: http://twitter.com/deptofhighfives
Instagram: http://instagram.com/deptofhighfives

3) Carmen Do
Twitter: http://twitter.com/runcarmyrun
Instagram: http://instagram.com/runcarmyrun

4)  Melissa Doldron
Twitter: http://twitter.com/melissad_rmt
Instagram: http://instagram.com/melissad_rmt

5)  Laurie McCann
Twitter: http://twitter.com/thecoffeecop
Instagram: http://instagram.com/thecoffeecop

6) Allison Miceli
Twitter: http://twitter.com/miceliaj
Instagram: http://instagram.com/miceliaj

7) Lauren Simmons
Twitter: http://twitter.com/laurendorphin
Instagram: http://instagram.com/laurendorphin

8) Matt Small
Twitter: http://twitter.com/MattSmall1784
Instagram: http://instagram.com/MattSmallRuns

9) Paul Silva
Twitter: http://twitter.com/mssginbottle
Instagram: http://instagram.com/paul_practising_life

10) Mike Van Mil
Twitter: http://twitter.com/paramedic_mike
Instagram: http://instagram.com/paramedic_mike

Be sure to use hashtag #TYS10K to share YOUR training journey and connect with Canada Running Series on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and our SOCIAL HUB.

 

Jan 12 2015
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Give 2015 A Running Start

By | Harry's Spring Run-Off | No Comments

By Heather Gardner, founder Tribe Fitness.

With a new year comes opportunity for a fresh start and new fitness goals. For you that might mean finally lacing up those sneakers and experiencing for yourself what all this run buzz is about. To help you kick off 2015 on the right foot, here are my five tips every new runner should consider.

  1. Get Proper Shoes.

Wearing the correct running shoes for your feet is key for both comfort and injury prevention. Visit a running specialty store and chat with a professional about your foot type, gait, and style of running. Running in old or worn out shoes will only lead to pain and injury. With a variety of price points, consider this expense an investment in your health!

  1. Don’t Worry About Your Pace.

As a beginning runner consider your pace goal to maintain an easy or “conversational” pace for the duration of your run. You should be able to breathe easily and carry on a conversation with those you are running with. As a new runner you might also consider starting with a run/walk program, where you run for a certain amount of time, followed by a brief period of walking. This is a great way to get active while building your fitness level and endurance.

  1. Learn Proper Form.

While I often encourage new runners to move in a way that feels most natural to them, consider these points for a pain free upper body.

  • As your elbows pull back, keep your arms bent at 90 degrees with your hands at waist height, where they might brush your hips.
  • Keep your spine tall with your head up, your back straight, and shoulders away from your ears and level.
  1. Sign up for a Race.

One of the easiest ways for me to get motivated (besides tip #5) is to spend money and commit to a race. As a new runner, be sure to set a realistic length goal and give yourself enough time for proper and safe training. Once your race is on your calendar or in your phone, you’ll have something to motivate you on a daily basis. Wondering where to start? I suggest Harry’s Spring Run Off.

  1. Join a Tribe.

Company. Accountability. Speed. Fun. Toronto has an amazing number of run crews each adding something unique to our growing and evolving run scene. Check out the crew’s online presence – can you see yourself with them?, shop around giving each one a test run, and find a crew that works for you, where the runners have similar goals and the workouts fit into your busy schedule. Looking for a place to start? #JoinTheTribe