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| |  | THIS MONTH'S TRIVIA QUESTION |
| When you go to a track meet, don't you just love the relays? I think it's incredibly thrilling to watch these gazelle-like runners blaze around the track and try to make those smooth handoffs without slowing down at all. Here are your questions for this month:
1) In what country were Track & Field relays invented?
2) What year was that?
3) What are the two most commonly run relays? Click here for the answer |
| |  | WHAT'S UP AT SHOPASNAIL'S PACE.COM? |
| Thanks to all of you who have already visited and even started shopping on our new e-commerce site: Shop A Snails Pace. Please let us know if there are any other products you would like to see there, or if you have any suggestions, comments or complaints about navigating the website. We still have our training wheels on.
Recently added products include New Balance insoles and DeFeet socks. We are in the process of adding the full BOA apparel line to the site. Keep checking in with us. Even if you're not ready to purchase, you may want to set up an account to make it quick and easy to purchase when you are ready. |
| |  | WHAT'S YOUR PACE? |
| Last month's poll results, as usual, had some surprises. Over 90% of the respondents do some form of cross-training! That surprised me. Okay, I know it's not a scientific poll, but still... Another surprise: more than half of the cross-training was done indoors.
Not too surprising that the most popular cross-training activities were Gym Equipment, Weight Lifting and Cycling. Here are the complete results:
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| |  | SEPTEMBER POLL |
| Nike has been saying "Just Do It" for years. This month we want to see how long you've been doing it. Let us know by voting in this month's poll:
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| |  | SUGGESTIONS? |
| If there are any additions or changes you'd like to see in our newsletter, just let us know. Please send your comments to Dave.Reynolds@RunASnailsPace.com. We always appreciate your input. |
| |  | FORM TIP FOR THIS MONTH |
| This is a continuing feature on tips for your running form. We discussed stride length last month. This month you'll see how your breathing can help you control your pace.
TIP #5: Breathing to Control/Monitor Your Pace.
Pacing is critical to racing your best at any distance. If you've raced much at all, you have undoubtedly learned that too fast of an early pace can literally destroy your race performance. (I still remember hearing the complaint from Tom Tellez--Carl Lewis' coach in the '80s and '90s--that one of the hardest things to teach his sprinters was how to pace themselves in the 100-meter race).
The best way I've found for controlling pace in a long race is by carefully observing and controlling your breathing. Let's take a look at how control of your breathing can lead to pace control.
The first thing to realize is that normal breathing when we're running or walking is very rhythmical. Your breathing coincides with your feet striking the ground. You begin each inhale as a foot strikes the ground, and you also begin the exhale as your foot strikes.
Almost always, this is an even cadence, like three steps per inhale and three steps per exhale (3/3). If you are running with a 3/3 cadence and you decide to start running faster, you will soon find yourself breathing at a 2/2 cadence.
If you don't already have a sense of the relationship between your breathing and your pace, you'll want to play with this on some training runs before experimenting in a race. Try all different cadences, 1/1 to 4/4, even 5/5 and up. Be observant. Notice how your pace relates to your breathing cadence. For each cadence, there will be a limit as to how fast you can run and maintain that breathing rhythm.
This latter observation is very valuable in racing where the most common mistake is to begin the race at a pace that is just too fast. You will see that you can keep yourself from going too fast by simply keeping your breathing cadence from becoming too fast.
Example: Say, that after some experimentation in your training runs, you have discovered that the fastest pace you can expect to maintain using a 3/3 cadence is around 8:00 (eight minutes per mile). Now, let's say you think you're fit enough to race today's 10k at a 7:30 average pace. A logical strategy then would be to start at around 7:45 or so, work your way down to 7:30s in the middle, and finish around 7:20 or 7:15 pace.
You can accomplish this by monitoring your breathing and starting out at 3/3 for the first 1/2 or 3/4 of a mile before allowing yourself to slide into 2/2 as you approach the mile mark. If you are still too fast at Mile 1, slow yourself back down to 3/3 for a while. Even if you go through Mile 1 at, say 8:00, you still have plenty of time to make up that 30 seconds.
However, if you didn't watch your breathing and you were at 2/2 almost immediately, you may go through mile one at 7:00 or faster, and you're race is probably doomed before halfway.
So, in this example, you may even want to force yourself to run 3/3 all the way to the first mile mark and see where you are after one mile. You may find that even with 3/3 you're a little too fast, which means you can stay at the more comfortable 3/3 even longer.
Keep in mind that we're all different. There are lots of variables. The main thing to emphasize is that it's important to experiment and try things. Play with this. I think you will find it very valuable, especially if you're one who normally cannot run even- or negative-splits (second half faster than first half) in a race.
Next month: Techniques for Calculating Your Pace While You're Running |
| |  | HAVE YOU TRIED YOGA? |
| All runners know that regular stretching is a good idea, right? Then why is it so hard to incorporate stretching into our regular fitness routine? I think there's a one-word answer: impatience.
The whole world, at least here in SoCal, seems to be in such a huge hurry all the time. We could probably all benefit from a little more calmness for some small period of time each day. But, it's so hard to slow down, isn't it? And stretching can seem like such a poor use of our precious time. I'd hazard a guess that even the few people who do stretch, rush through their stretching to hurry onto something else. So, what's a runner to do?
Commit to a yoga class, three or four times a week. Give it a 3-month trial and see if it's right for you. I recently started Hot Yoga-the yoga postures are done in a hot room of about 110 degrees-and immediately was able to identify areas that needed strengthening and other areas that needed improved flexibility. In three months I've seen lots of improvement in those areas, but I need lots more, so now I'm sold. I guess you could say I've become a believer. It may not be for everybody (what is?), but we're all getting older and you know that if you don't do something, you're flexibility is only going to get worse as you age.
The beauty of a yoga class is that you're forced to take the time to do a complete strength and flexibility regimen. In other words, you cannot be impatient. It makes a great cross-training activity, too, so give it some consideration. |
| |  | RUNNING AND MUSIC-WHAT'S NOT TO LIKE? |
| Looking for a unique race? Check out the really-fun Nike event known as Run Hit Wonder. Coming up Sept. 24th, it's and evening run in L.A. with bands and lots of excitement. Check it out in the Race Section below. |
| |  | SEP-OCT RACES |
| | |  | September 2005 |
| | Date | Event / Distance | Contact | Location | Misc | 9/4/05 Sunday 9:00 am | Long Beach Jetty-to-Jetty 8-mile Tideline Sand Challenge - only $10 advance | Justin Rudd JustinRudd@aol.com | 1 Granada Ave., Belmont Shore, Long Beach, CA | Course includes mostly compacted sand near the tide line. Run as individual or 2-person team.Presented by Justin Rudd! Register for just $10 in advance at www.active.com. www.SandChallenge.com | 9/5/05 Monday 8:00 am | Rancho Santa Margarita"Healthy Community Expo 5K Fun Run/Walk" | RSM Community Services Dept. 949/635-1800 x401 jrussi@cityofrsm.org | City of Rancho Santa Margarita Civic Plaza, 22112 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita. | This Labor Day 5K is through the lovely neighborhoods of Rancho Santa Margarita.The Healthy Community Expo festivities will last until 12:00 p.m. Website: www.cityofrsm.org | 9/10/05 Saturday 8:00 am | 22nd Annual 5k/10k Menudo Run and Fun Walk | Michael Santos www.csla116@aol.com | Legg Lake Park/Whittier Narrow Park-South El Monte South of 60 Freeway | Proceeds benefit scholarships. All paid participants receive a bowl of menudo.Raffle prizes.A scenic race course around the lake flat and fast. | 9/11/05 Sunday 8:00 am | 7th Annual 3K/5K Run/Walk for Awareness - Ovarian Cancer | 818/985-0288 800/500-1877 OvarianCA@aol.com | 4024 Redford Ave. Studio City, CBS Studio Center | Run or walk past famous movie sets & television shows. Vendor Expo with food, drink & more. Website:www.ovarianCancerCalifornia.com OvarianCancerCalifornia.com | 9/12/05 Mon-Sat
| Sonki Fitness Boot Camp - "Stronger, faster, leaner...for life!"TMSep 12 - Oct 15 | Sonki Fitness 310-260-2518 sonki@att.net | Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Westwood, CA | 5-week outdoor fitness program designed to improve total body fitness, strengthen mental toughness, and teach how to have fun working out. (No yelling or screaming) www.SonkiFitness.com | 9/17/05 Saturday 8:00 am | 16th Annual Loop the Lake 15K Around Lake Arrowhead & 5K Run into the Forest | Prime Time Box 1009 Twin Peaks, CA 92391 909-337-3509 | 15K scenic Lake run around Lake Arrowhead on paved Hwy. with moderate up and down inclines, 5K paved Hwy. "into the Forest"Elevation 5,120 feet.Start for both races at Lake Arrowhead Village. | Scenic lake run at 5120 ft. elev. on paved Hwy. w/moderate inclines. Fee includes: t-shirt & pancake breakfast. Medals 3-deep-all ages welcome. Call for directions. Proceeds to non-profit Fire Prevention Education Program. Online Reg @ www.active.com | 9/18/05 Sunday
| 25th Annual Orange County Heart Walk - Competitive 5K Run, Kids Fun Run and a 5K Walk | 949/856-3555 www.ocheartwalk.org
ocheartwalk@heart.org | Irvine Spectrum Center | Join thousands to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Orange County Heart Walk. Event features a great Festival Area with free health screenings, entertainment, food, Kids Zone, Women’s Pavilion, Survivor Café and products and demonstrations from dozens of local businesses. www.ocheartwalk.org | 9/18/05 Sunday 7:30 am | The 5th Annual Arden Energy Challenge 5K & 10K Run/Walk and 5K Dog Walk | 562/728-8829 ardenenergyrun.com info@ardenenergyrun.com | The race starts, weaves through, and ends at the spectacular Howard Hughes Center complex in West LA. | Participants receive: T-Shirt, Free Pancake Breakfast, Chip Timing, On Course & Post-Race Entertainment, Finish Line Festival, Race Goodie Bags & FREE Parking. Benefits the Westchester & Westside Family YMCA, the spcaLA & Children Uniting Nations. www.ardenenergyrun.com | 9/18/05 Sunday 9:00 am | 4th Annual Kickin' Cancer 5K Walk/Run & Women's Healthcare Expo with Kiddie-K at 10am | 323/654-9049 Tim@lcfocr.org. | Brentwood, 11640 San Vicente Blvd. Los Angeles , CA | A day for the entire family to enjoy while heightening awareness of women’s healthcare issues and raising funds for the early detection and prevention of women’s cancers. Website: www.kickincancer.com | 9/24/05 Saturday 8:00 am | Hesperia Days 5k Race/Walk/Inline/Stroller | Tina Fuoco, Sports Specialist-760-244-1007 sports@hesperiaparks.com | Hesperia, CA | Take a 5k run down Main St. Hesperia.Perfect family event. | 9/24/05 Saturday 8:30 am | "Run/Walk for Fitness" 7th Annual 5K Run/Walk & Health Expo for Girls At-Risk | LA County Commission For Women 213/974-1455 or Reiko Duba 661/265-6593 RDuba@aol.com | Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA | Cash Prizes to top 3 M & W overall, Drawing for 2 Korean Air tickets, live entertainment & refreshments. Online reg. at www.active.com | 9/24/05 Saturday 8:30 am | The Los Angeles Walk From Obesity | Maria Harrison 323/442-5811 mharrison@surgery.usc.edu | Bellenson Park - Lake Balboa, Pavillion #3 (6300 Balboa Blvd. in Van Nuys, CA | Fundraising event designed to reduce disability, death & discrimination of people who are obese by educating the public & healthcare professionals about effective treatments. walkfromobesity.com | 9/24/05 Saturday
| Long Beach Walk From Obesity | Amelia Barcenas 562-602-1012 ameliabarcenas@aol.com | Long Beach, CA | Fundraising event designed to reduce disability, death & discrimination of people who are obese by educating the public & healthcare professionals about effective treatments. walkfromobesity.com | 9/24/05 Saturday 6:00 pm | 3rd Annual Nike Run Hit Wonder 5K /10K | 1-877-4RUN-HIT Nikerunhitwonder.com | Los Angeles Coliseum | USATF certified course with post event live concert, food & drink. Approx. 6 bands located at different points along the course; runners get a Nike Dri-Fit T-shirt. Nikerunhitwonder.com | 9/25/05 Sunday 7:30 am | Orange County Race For The Cure 5K Run/Walk | Kathy Kinane 760/434-7706 info@kinaneevents.com | Fashion Island, Newport Beach | Orange County's largest 5K and Expo. $5,000 prize purse for elite women runners. 7:30 AM Women's Run; 9:25 AM Coed Run/Walk www.kinaneevents.com | 9/25/05 Sunday 10:00 am | 10th Anniversary Partnership Walk 5K Run or Walk. Free registration, parking & Post event party & food. Help children & their communities around the world. (reg starts at 8:30 am) | 310/202-9430 1-888/AKF-WALK info@partnershipwalkla.org | 5K Walk or RunRose Bowl, Site H, Pasadena | Free registration. USATF Certified 5K Course, Official LA Marathon 5K Warmup Race. Post event race. Jointly with UN. Actor Jean Claude Van Damme, Actor Gary Busey, Coach Pat Connelly & Laker Girls, plus many other celebrities. www.partnershipwalkla.org | |
| |  | October 2005 |
| | Date | Event / Distance | Contact | Location | Misc | 10/1/05 Saturday 8:00 am | 19th Annual Harbor Heritage 5K Run/Walk, 2K Fun Run & Kids Klassic Race for Newport Harbor High School. | Kathy Loper Events 619/298-7400 kathy@kathyloperevents.com | Newport Harbor High School Newport Beach, CA | Scenic course with ocean views. Fitness Fair, post event refreshments & t-shirt. Benefits NHHS academic programs. www.kathyloperevents.com | 10/1/05 Saturday 8:00 am | La Jolla Canyon Legend 18k & 10k Trail Run on the scenic trails of Point Mugu State Park | Brennan Lindner 310/260-7898 info@trailrace.com | Ray Miller Trailhead in Malibu, CA | Beautiful 18k and 10k trail race through La Jolla Canyon and La Jolla Valley. The majority of the race is on single track. Benefits the Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. Awards 3 deep, great raffle and post-event buffet! www.trailrace.com | 10/1/05 Saturday 9:00 am | First Annual NAMIWALK 5K | NAMIOC Carol Hamelberg 714-791-9241 Dave Quinlan 714-544-8488 carol_hamelberg@yahoo.com | Start/Finish:Huntington Beach Pier. Walk travels north on the boardwalk. | Dance in the waves, stroll in the sand.Come join us for the first annual NAMIWALK of Orange County.Walk for the awareness and acceptance of mental illness.Free registration.Register online or day of event @ 8:00 a.m. www.namioc.org | 10/1/05 Saturday 7:30 am | Run/Walk the Manhattan Beach 10K for Rover Rescue | Rover Rescue 310-379-0154 cathy@roverrescue.com | Manhattan Beach downtown area. Finish at Manhattan Beach Pier. | Help save the many dogs in the Los Angeles over- crowded shelters. More info at: www.roverrescue.com | 10/2/05 Sunday 8am - 2pm | 7th Annual Wiggle Waggle Walk, Run & Ride for the Animals and Family Fun Fair | Mia Dunn 626/792-7151, ext. 123 mia@phsspca.org | Pasadena Rose Bowl loop and Brookside Park | Walk, do a 5K run, or bicycle around Pasadena's Rose Bowl to raise money for the life-saving animal care programs at the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA. phsspca.org/about/walk/index.htm | 10/2/05 Sunday 8:00 am | 6th Annual Lupus Race For Life 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk | Lupus International 949/833-2121 race@lupusinternational.com | La Mirada Regional Park in La Mirada, CA | All proceeds benefit Lupus patients & their families.Additional information at: lupusinternational.com | 10/2/05 Sunday 8:00 am | Alive & Running for Suicide Prevention 5K/10K | Joanne Uy www.didihirsch.org
JUy@didihirsch.org | Westchester Parkway, one block west of Sepulveda Blvd., on La Tijera Blvd. (Los Angeles, CA) | Proceeds benefit the Suicide Prevention Center, a program of Didi Hirsch Community Mental Health Center.Registration: $25 before September 25, 2005; $30 thereafter; $10 for Kiddie-K. www.didihirsch.org | 10/2/05 Sunday 7:30 am | 14th Annual CHOC/Disneyland Resort 5K Walk in the Park | 714/997-3000 | Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, CA | A fun family event with proceeds supporting health care programs, education & research at CHOC and CHOC at Mission. Website: www.chocwalk.org | 10/8/05 Saturday 9:00 am | Third Annual Bob Benedetto Memorial Fund 5K Run/Walk (3.1 miles) Entry fee supports causes for the mentally ill & Scholarship Fund for Social Workers. | Maryellen Benedetto 805/644-1831
marbobben@aol.com | San Buenaventura State Beach. Take 101 fwy to Ventura. Exit Seaward Ave. Drive toward the ocean. Turn right on Harbor Blvd.; then left onto San Pedro and continue into the State Beach. | All ages & abilities welcome. Cash awards to M & F overall winners- raffle of prizes including gift certificates for all entrants present race day. Beautiful setting. Come and share a fun event!!!!!! | 10/8/05 Saturday 8:00 am | Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce 5K Run/Walk at 8am and 1K Kids' Fun Run/Walk at 9am | Vicky or Molly 818/248-4957 Cvcoc@aol.com | Two Strike Park, 5107 Rosemont Ave., La Crescenta, CA | 1st-2nd place trophies for overall male & female in 5K; medals for 1st-2nd in 9 categories in 5K; T-shirts for 5K; rolling hills with tree-lined residential course; food and drink | 10/8/05 Saturday 7am -12pm | 2nd Annual Crime Survivors 5k Walk / Fun Run | Crime Survivors, Inc. www.crimesurvivors.com www.active.com crimesurivors@aol.com | One Civic Center Plaza(Cross Streets Alton & Harvard)Irvine, Ca. 92623 | Special Guest: Chief Chip Prather, Sheriff Mike Carona, Chief Dave Maggard, Assemblyman Todd Spitzer, Assemblyman Chuck Devore, Denise Brown. Booth Expo, Form A Team, EntertainmentSupport Victims of Crime | 10/9/05 Sunday 8:30 am | City of Hope Walk For Hope 5K Walk & 5K/10K Run | 626/256-HOPE (4673) www.walk4hope.org | City of Hope Campus, Duarte, CA | Join the many thousands in the fight to cure breast cancer. www.walk4hope.org | 10/9/05 Sunday 8:30 am | 9th Annual Heart of the City 5K Walk/Run, 10K Run & Corporate Cup Team Challenge | 213/742-6030 or W2 Promotions 310/828-4123 W2Promo@aol.com | Downtown Los Angeles, at Hope St. & 9th. | Live music, food & drink galore with Community Resource/Health Fair. Benefits the Family Violence & Sexual Assualt Programs at California Hospital Medical Center. heartofthecity.info | 10/15/05 Saturday 8:45 am | Girls Incorporated of Greater Santa Barbara 2nd annual 5K Family Fun Run/Walk. | Girls Inc. 805/963-4757 ext.16 www.girlsincsb.org asmith@girlsincsb.org | Enjoy this 5K off-road run through the Goleta bluffs surrounding UCSB campus and Ocean Meadows Golf Course. 7050 Phelps RoadGoleta, California | Proceeds benifit Girls Inc. of Greater Santa Barbara, a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring all girls to be strong, smart bold.Stay & enjoy the festivities of the Goleta Lemon Festival. Register on line at: www.girlsincsb.org | 10/15/05 Saturday 8:00 am | Buzzard Run 8K | Frank Sheckler/Yucca Valley Community Services Dept. 760/369-7211 fsheckler@yucca-valley.org | Elks Lodge 55946 Yucca Trail, Yucca Valley,CA 92284 | Adults: $20 w/shirt; $15 w/o; Children & Seniors (60+): $18 w/shirt; $13 w/o. Please add $2 per registration after Oct.12 | 10/15/05 Saturday 7:30 am reg. | Health Magazine's RACE FOR WOMEN: 5K Run/Walk and Yoga Festival | 310/388-1218 or visit: www.Health.com/raceforwomen05 raceforwomen@leaddogmarketing.com | Wadsworth Theatre Great Lawn, Brentwood, CA | Featuring a morning 5K run/walk, all-day yoga classes with celebrity instructors, fitness classes, spa treatments, massages, beauty makeovers, kids activities, free product samples, prize giveaways, and more! Proceeds benefit Step UP Women's Network. Health.com/raceforwomen05 | 10/16/05 Sunday 8:00 am | 21st Annual Long Beach International City Bank Marathon, Half Marathon, Inline Marathon, 5K and Bike Tour. (also Expo on Fri & Sat, 10/14 & 10/15) | International City Racing 562/728-4123 bcohn@runicr.com | Shoreline Drive in Long Beach, CA | A loop course winding through shoreline communities, downtown area, Queen Mary & parks finishing at the Beach Party Finish Line Festival! . No Race Day Registration.Website: www.runlongbeach.com | 10/16/05 Sunday 8:00 am | City to the Sea Half Marathon and 5K Health Walk | Jani Johnson 805/546-3100 x 2716 jjohnson@cuesta.edu | Start: Downtown San Luis Obispo, CA. Finish: at the Avila Beach Resort. | Downhill, beautiful course, Free post race breakfast, music and shuttle service back to start. Website: www.citytothesea.org | 10/16/05 Sunday 8:00 am | RAD 8K(That's short for Reyes Adobe Days 4.97 Miler) | Endurance Events 877/478-RACE RUNagoura@yahoo.com | Start & reg. at:Reyes Adobe Park & Historical Site, Agoura Hills, CA 91301. Finish at: Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community CenterShuttle buses back to the start. | This is LA & Ventura's Only 8K! Try an 8K, it's the country's fastest growing distance. Point-to-point, scenic, fast & rolling.Chip timed, USATF certified & sanctioned. Part of the weekend-long fall festival hosted by the City of Agoura Hills. Register online at: RunRAD.com | 10/17/05 Mon-Sat
| Sonki Fitness Boot Camp - "Stronger, faster, leaner...for life!"TMOct 17 - Nov 19 | Sonki Fitness 310-260-2518 sonki@att.net | Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Westwood, CA | 5-week outdoor fitness program designed to improve total body fitness, strengthen mental toughness, and teach how to have fun working out. (No yelling or screaming) www.SonkiFitness.com | 10/22/05 Saturday 8:00 am | 17th Annual "Sober, Safe & Healthy" 3 Mile Run, 3 Mile Walk, & 1/2 Mile Kid's Run | The Finish Line Intl. 714/841-5417 finishline@nealand.com | Long Beach Health Dept., 2525 Grand Ave., Long Beach, CA 90815(see Thom. Bros. LA Map, Pg. 795, J3. | Proceeds from this race will go to the Dale Shimizu Memorial Fund. Run on city streets in and around the Health Center. Measured to USATF Standards & USATF Sanctioned. "Runners love this course". www.nealand.com/finishline | 10/22/05 Saturday 8:30 am | 5th Annual MPS Walk and Run LA - 5K Race & 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run (Reg:7:30am-8:45am) | Tami Slawson 909/223-7132
mpswalkrun@aol.com | Oak Mesa Park, 5400 Wheeler Ave., La Verne, CA 91750 | Benefiting the National MPS Society which funds research for MPS disorders. Features: T-Shirts & Goodies, Food & Beverages, Fruit, water, donuts, juices, and energy bars await finishers. www.mpsrun.com | 10/23/05 Sunday 8:00 am | Saddleback College 2nd Annual Gaucho Gallop 5K/10K and Walk | pskaff@saddleback.edu
| Saddleback College perimeter road Mission Viejo, CA | 5K/10K & Walk with featured Health Expo. Run around the scenic perimeter road with both views of mountains & beach. Challenging course with some hills. All proceeds to benefit student scholarships. | 10/30/05 Sunday 8:00 am | Nuts for Mutts - The Walk, Walk for Paws 5K (3.2 miles) | New Leash on Life Animal Rescue 661/255-0097 nancy@nlol.org | Come Walk for Paws through the beautiful rolling hills of Pierce College in Woodland Hills. | Fun Halloween Themed event! Top fundraisers receive great prizes including a Dyson Vacuum Cleaner! Help us raise funds for "Lend a Paw", a program designed to train rescue dogs as therapy dogs for autistic and disabled children. www.walkforpaws.com | 10/30/05 Sunday 8:00 am | The LA Cancer Challenge 5K/10K Walk & Run wth 1K Kiddie Run | W2 Promotions 310/828-4123 W2Promo@aol.com | Veterans Administration grounds in West L.A. | Benefiting The Hirshberg Pancreatic Cancer Centerat UCLA. Giant Expo, live entertainment, food/drinks/t-shirts & more.Website: www.lacancerchallenge.com lacancerchallenge.com | 10/30/05 Sunday 8:00 am | The Pumpkin Run/Walk 5K and Kids 1/2 mile Fun Run | TYRUS try-us events 323/779-4149 or register at www.active.com Runner_tyrus@yahoo.com | Start: Whittier Narrow's Park in South El Monte. Take 60 Fwy to Santa Anita Ave., go south into the Park lot on right side. | ALL finishers get a pumpkin. Best runner's costume award.nice goodie bag | |
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