Running Hoosier

Subscription Rate Information

Rob — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:16:00 +0000

Subscription to Running Hoosier magazine is easy and affordable. We would like to offer our magazine for free for home delivery, but at this time we are not able to do this.

To help offset the cost of mailing, a one year subscription (six issues) is $10.00. That is approximately 1.67 per issue.

You can e-mail us at runninghoosier at gmail.com to get address to send subscription check.

At this time we are only able to accept check or money order.

Running Hoosier Magazine Advertising Information

Rob — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:07:00 +0000

Running Hoosier Magazine Advertising Information

Distribution

Controlled bulk drops to fitness centers, gyms, running stores, activity centers, medical waiting rooms, sporting goods stores, local shops and boutiques, our advertisers and running events. Residential subscriptions.

Targeted Audience

Runners
Multi-Sport Athletes
Endurance Athletes
The Nutrition and Health Conscious
Sports Enthusiasts
Parents
Coaches
Students

Featured Editorials

Well designed, informative articles on running, health, nutrition, fitness, wellness, training, local runners and other valuable topics and features in each issue. Running Hoosier also features two monthly calendars of events for races, group runs, and other information runners would find of value.

Presentation

Full Color on high quality, glossy paper. Designed by local artists. Written by local and national feature writers and Running Hoosier Staff.

Advertisers and Partners

Reach targeted audience of men and women who are runners and other endurance athletes

Full color, beautiful pages throughout … color ads are 80% more successful then black and white.

More exposure. Our readers use our magazine as a valuable resource through out the year and longer.

For advertising rates and information contact us at; runninghoosier at gmail.com

Race Flyer

Rob — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:09:00 +0000

A race flyer to hand out at upcoming races to promote the magazine.

The photo used for the first cover is courtesy of photoxpress.com

Coming Soon…. A New Look.

Rob — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:49:00 +0000

You may be here because you have heard about the up and coming magazine Running Hoosier. I may have e-mailed you and you followed this link, you may have followed a link from FaceBook, or Twitter.

Now that you are here and looking around you think, this does not look like a site for a magazine. Well, you are right, it does not look like that at all.

But soon, Running Hoosier .com will have a new look. As the graphic design team progresses with the graphics for the magazine, we will be incorporating the look here as well.

So be patient with us as we get things together.

I appreciate all the feedback that I have gotten already form a bunch of you.

I really appreciate the team, the graphic design team and the writers, WOW, you guys (and girls) are all so amazing. When this dream of mine went from my head to my mouth to my fingers on the keyboard and into your ears I never expected the enthusiasm and support I have seen from you.

Thank you all so much. And to you, the potential reader/subscriber Running Hoosier, I want to thank you as well. My goal with Running Hoosier is to make you feel and be a part of it.

So stay tuned and check back frequently as all this takes shape.

‘The Project’ Revealed

Rob — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:51:00 +0000

Sometime ago I mentioned that I was working on a project. I even mentioned different aspects of the process, such as the face to faces I was having with graphic designers.

First I want to say that the graphic design team is only part of the overall setup of the team.

To make the team complete takes two aspects to make it whole. You may be surprised to find out that YOU are a vital part of the team as well, but more on that in a minute.

The second part of the team is equally important. They are the writers. Skilled writers at that. You say, writers? What are they going to write?

I am so glad you asked, for now it is time to open the can and let you look in.

‘The Project’ will now be called and referred to by the proper name.

Running Hoosier Magazine

The magazine will cover topics such as training, nutrition, health, local runners, interviews, and much much more. So whether you are thinking of running, new to running, have run some races, or have run for years, this will be for you.

We are looking for a September release.

If you would like a subscription please email me with your mailing address and we will get it out to you in September.

So stay tuned in while the magazine begins to take even more shape. I am so excited to be able to tell you this and in September be able to show you the finished project.

If you have a passion for running, health, nutrition,or have something that you feel may be of value to the running community and can write, feel free to contact me. We are always looking for good writers with interesting articles.

The ‘Project’

Rob — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 16:07:00 +0000

In my last post I mentioned that I was working on something very exciting. I said that I was having a hard time keeping it to myself. Well….., What? You Thought I was ready to spill the beans? No way. I will tell you this much, for now, it is called, ‘The Project’ (not the real name).

I will tell you though that I have had a great response for my call out for graphic designers. I am in the process now of scheduling face to face meetings for next week. I also am getting other key players lined up as well.

So, the ball is rolling.

The team is getting closer to being in place.

So, stay tuned for more exciting announcements.

It Has Been A While… Where Have You Been?

Rob — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:07:00 +0000

Wow, talk about neglect. If this blog were a child it would have been taken from me and I would be in jail for blog neglect. March 10th,,, that is a long time.

So, what has been happening you may wonder;

1st) As is the birthday/father’s

day ritual my son bought me a new pair of running shoes. And of course he knows I do well with the Brooks Adrenaline GTS and bought me the newest version. I do look forward to this time of year because of the new shoes.

Secondly, I have registered for the RRCA Running Coach Certification Course that will take place this August. I am excited to take the next step and hopefully be able to use it to help those who run and those who are just getting into running.

I would like to also become a Certified Personal Fitness Trainer. With both I believe I would be well rounded and be able to offer more and maybe make a living at helping others achieve their fitness goals while doing something I have a great passion for.

I also have something under wraps right now that I am beginning to put together an hope to unwrap this Fall, probably mid fall or so. I am excited about it and can hardly keep it to myself. But I will try my best, so stay tuned for that.

So we are in the heat of the season of races. I had planned and was registered for the Sunburst Half Marathon that took place on June 6, 2009, but due to more back problems and a foot injury, I had to forgo the race. I was disappointed to say the least, especially since I had already paid my money.

So for now I will continue with my training and set my sites on another race, which one, I am not sure.

So, I would like to hear from you, how is your training going? What races have you done, and which ones do you have lined up or are considering? Let me know, I would be interested in hearing about them.

Until next time (which I promise will not be so long),

Another Set

Rob — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:39:00 +0000

Well, the time had arrived for me to get another set of running shoes. While I am all about supporting the local running store, I am also with the economy the way it is and the fact that I

am not currently full-timed employed, I am also about saving money.

That is why I went online and did some searching. After some extensive searching, I was able to find ‘my’ shoe at a price I could deal with. When searching for shoes stick to what I know works for me.

When I first started running, I went to the local running store and was fitted with the Brooks Adrenaline GTS shoes. These proved to be shin savers. The shoes fit so comfortably. So, I have not wavered from them since.

Each year they put out an improved/changed model from the previous year, as do all shoe companies. However, when you are on a budget, or if you just don’t like spending a whole lot of money for shoes then, you may chose to do as I do. I generally buy the previous year model.

Now, I was fortunate enough to have had a pair of the ’08 shoes, as my son had gotten them for me for Father’s Day. He paid top dollar for them t the local store, although I wish he

would followed my method. So, anyhow, I was able to know that this particular shoe worked for me.

I have heard other runners say that this model had cause them problems. But, for me they worked fine so that is what I was looking for and that is what I ended up getting.

The Brooks Adrenaline GTS 8, a very comfortable shoe. Fits snugly, yet feels good. They are said to be heavier then other shoes, but I am not looking to be a speed demon by any means.

Good times and PRs are in my sights, but I am not planning on crossing the finish lines first.

So , with that said the little heavier shoe does not bother me.

You should change your shoes with-in a range of 250 miles to 500 miles. The range is wide because many different people will go between these two figures. The heavier runner you are (clydesdales) the sooner you may need to replace them, as well as other determining factors. If you begin to feel pain (constant) in your shins, calves or legs, then it may be time to do so.

Another way to decide is to look at the sole, it you have worn the shoe down to the tread markers, it is time for new shoes. Dishing out the cash for a new pair a shoes if far worth it when you consider the possible injuries you may suffer if you run in worn out shoes.

The bottom line is this. If you are going to run, you need running shoes. To prevent injuries and to have an enjoyable experience, you need to buy new shoes when the old are worn down,

However, you do not need to break the bank every time you have to get new shoes. Look around on the web. You will be able to find them cheaper and possibly be able to buy two pair for what you would have paid for one. I saved over $30.

The Replacement

Rob — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:08:00 +0000

A few months back the Michiana area was delivered some bad news. It seems that one of the local long standing races , The Great Race, had fallen victim to the economic woes that had hit our area. Below is a portion of the news release.

An Elkhart to Goshen Memorial Day weekend tradition for the past 28 years has come to an end. Due to the lack of general funding and major sponsorships, Ron Schmanske (Founder/President/CEO of the Great Race, Inc.) has announced the cancellation of all Great Race events; and the Great Race Board of Directors have voted to move forward with the dissolution process. Read The Entire Release.

At the end of the news release was the following statement;

Those interested in discussing the purchase or continuation of The Great Race can call Schmanske

This seemed highly unlikely considering the economic status if the area, especially Elkhart who had been hit very hard with all the lay offs in the RV industry.

But.. posted today on our local running club’s (Michiana Runner’s Association) message board a message of hope beamed from the page.

Someone had come to the rescue, we had a replacement. Stone Soup Promotions have given Elkhart a race on the Memorial Day weekend. In some sense they have brought back a bit of the Great Race. However they have reduced the amount of activities to just two.

The road races are, a, kids fun run, 5k run/walk, 1ok run, 15k run. You can see the details Here. These races will take place on Saturday May 23, 2009 .

Race Registration

Event Early Bird

Postmarked by

April 1
Pre-reg

Postmarked by

May 1
Late & Onsite Registration

Kids Fun Run $10 $12 $15

5K Run/Walk $15 $20 $25

10K Run/Walk $15 $20 $25

15K Run $20 $30 $35

The other activity is a canoe and kayak race being held ion Sunday May 24, 2009. There will be three courses to choose from. A 4 mile, 7.5 mile and a 13 mile course. You can see the details Here.

Registration for the canoe/kayak race will be on race day only, no early registration. Registration is $25 for adults or half price to those under 18 years, and active military.

So, get out there and show your support for this new race. As you have seen, the fees are affordable.

My Apologies

Rob — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 03:34:00 +0000

I have to offer my apologies to all the participants in the 13 Weeks To A Healthier You Challenge. I have not posted the results here in a few weeks, although the majority of you have been faithful in reporting.

No excuses, things happened and I ignored the site. I will however being posting the results as they come in next week. So, get me your weights and we will see how everyone is doing.

I hope that we all are seeing success.

Event	Early Bird Postmarked by April 1	Pre-reg Postmarked by May 1	Late & Onsite Registration
Kids Fun Run	$10	$12	$15
5K Run/Walk	$15	$20	$25
10K Run/Walk	$15	$20	$25
15K Run	$20	$30	$35