Written by Jack Christie and published in this week’s Georgia Straight.
Winter is not a season, according to American author Sinclair Lewis, who considered these bleak months “an occupation”. And how are you occupying your time this year? Perhaps by taking short walks between weather systems?
Or, throwing caution to the wind, storm-watching from a favourite beach [...]
This list was compiled by Dave who lives in Atlanta. Thanks Dave!
1) you think dirty shoes (or clothes) are cool. The dirtier, the better!
2) you’ve ever seen an animal on a run, you had never seen in real life before.
3) you’ve ever gotten nervous when you saw an animal track you didn’t recognize
4) you [...]
[ July 12, 2008; 11:00 pm; ] The Knee Knackering North Shore Trail Run is a challenging 30-mile foot race along the Baden-Powell Centennial Trail from Horseshoe Bay to Deep Cove. It provides runners with magnificent city, mountain and ocean views, as they go up and over the mountains which grace the North Shore of the city of Vancouver, climbing 8,000 feet [...]
[ February 15, 2008 11:00 pm to February 17, 2008 11:00 pm. ] Don’t miss Canada’s largest outdoor adventure & travel show! With over 300 exhibitors from a wide variety of recreational pursuits, this show has something for everyone. For those who like to get their feet wet there will be a variety of paddle sports and scuba diving options to explore. While for those who prefer [...]
[ February 1, 2008 11:00 pm to February 3, 2008 11:00 pm. ] Looking for new ideas about healthy living? The 16th annual Wellness Show runs February 1-3 at the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre. There are seminars and workshops on emotional and physical well-being, along with fitness and cooking demos.
$12 adult admission, $10 for seniors/students, $5 for kids. Get your tickets online here.
[ March 9, 2008; 10:00 pm; ] As North America’s largest indoor triathlon, UBC Rec is very excited to kick off the 2008 race season! With 3 different triathlon distances, including Olympic, Sprint and Short, as well as a Duathlon, Kid’s Aquathon and Relay event, this race is perfect for everyone from first timers to members of the Canadian National Team. Featuring [...]
By Christopher Kelsall
Posted on Flotrack Wednesday, Jan 30, 2008
Here you can find out what Steve is up to and his training for a marathon this spring, as he attempts to qualify for the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.
And what’s with all those Chihuahuas?
I meet up with Steve, on my lunch, for a 60 minute run on [...]
An article written by Daniel Cressey and published in Nature News.
Sedentary lifestyles could make you old before your time. Lounging around might be bad for your genes. Active people could be up to 10 years ‘younger’ than couch potatoes, at least according to one measure of biological age.
Tim Spector, director of the Twin Research Unit [...]
[ May 10, 2008; 10:00 pm; ] Update: 2008 Overall 10k results – http://www.winningtime.ca/08/08psr/oall.txt
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The BMO Pacific Spirit Run is the largest trail run in Canada, and part of the Vancouver Sun Run Series. Proceeds from this event support dementia research and care initiatives through the Tapestry Foundation.
Dementia is a growing concern. By 2031 more than 3/4 million Canadians will be diagnosed with [...]
[ April 20, 2008; 11:00 am; ] For 2008 Sun Run race results, write-ups and links to news check out our more recent posting: 2008 Vancouver Sun Run results and write-ups.
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Canada’s biggest and best community run takes place Sunday, April 20 at 9 a.m. The Vancouver Sun Run is the largest 10K in Canada and the second largest in North America. A [...]
[ March 9, 2008; 11:00 am; ] Join us Sunday March 9, 2008 for the 2nd Annual Harry’s Spring Run-Off 8K to fight Prostate Cancer! Scenic loop of the Stanley Park Seawall at Brockton Point starts at 10:00am. All in support of local prostate cancer research programs.
Visit http://www.canadarunningseries.com/spring8k/index.htm for more info.
[ June 22, 2008; 11:00 am; ] Join us June 22, 2008 for the 10th anniversary Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon and 5k Run / Walk, “Canada’s easiest scenic Half-Marathon—running past beaches, mountains in the background and finishing in Stanley Park—a net drop of 250 feet.” 7am start. This is going to be our biggest year, with lots of exciting news to be launched [...]
[ May 4, 2008; 11:00 am; ]
Results are now available from the 2008 BMO Vancouver Marathon courtesy of Race Headquarters :
Marathon
Walk
Half Marathon
XLR 8K
Kids
Wheelchairs
Team Relay
For details on all race distances please visit the official race website at http://www.bmovanmarathon.ca .
Registration for the 2008 E2E is going fast and furious.
The E2E runs between the villages of Tofino and Ucluelet and through Pacific Rim National Park Reserve on Vancouver Island’s West Coast.
It is looking like there will be another record turnout in all categories and an early sellout in the Team Relay category. Please note that [...]
[ June 8, 2008; 11:00 am; ] Race website: http://edgetoedgemarathon.com/
The 9th Annual Edge to Edge Marathon, Half Marathon, and Relay offers a unique opportunity to accomplish your running goals in a world renowned location, well-known for the natural beauty it possesses. You will enjoy a “perfectly” natural route as it follows an undulating course through the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, finishing [...]
[ June 15, 2008; 11:00 am; ]
General Information
Pledges
Collect $100 in pledges and participate for free! Please go to the Pledge page to pledge online. There will be special awards for the Top Pledge Collectors. All prizes will be awarded based on donations turned in by Friday, June 15th, at 4:00pm.
T-shirts
All registered participants of [...]
[ January 29, 2008; 11:00 am; July 15, 2008; 11:00 am; ] Race website: http://peninsularunners.com/events/flhalf.htm.
Welcome to the fourth annual RBK Fort Langley Half & 5 Km, presented by Reebok, Peninsula Runners and Refresh. We have designed the course to be the most scenic half marathon in the country!
The course starts in Fort Langley, does a short tour around the historic town site before heading [...]
[ June 29, 2008; 11:00 am; ] See http://www.ironmountaintriathlon.com/ for more information.
[ March 9, 2008; 11:00 am; ] Starts at Derby Reach Regional Park picnic area on Allard Crescent at 9am. Great tune up for the Vancouver Sun Run!
See http://peninsularunners.com/events/trailseries.htm for more information.
[ February 24, 2008; 11:00 am; ] An 8 km run starting at 9am in the main parking lot in Aldergrove Lake Regional Park off 8th Avenue between 272 and 280th Street. New course for 2008: it will be challenging.
See http://peninsularunners.com/events/trailseries.htm for more information.
