The rain didn't keep the Russell Run Club and the running community indoors. They still completed their training, competing, and volunteering. Check out our stories below.
We even have a new addition to the blog—Gear Run-Down. In this segment, our members share their apparel, shoes, and tech.
In This Issue
This Week in Pictures
Avonmore Berry Farm's Run the Farm 5km
World Masters Athletic Championship
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Club News
Supporting the Limoges Recreation Committee's Colour Run
High fives aren't just for running farther or faster. Supporting the running community is also worth a shout out. Our own Tara-Lynn Paul is a perfect example. Tara gave up her Sunday to volunteer at the Limoges Recreation Committee's Colour Run held in Limoges, ON.
New York Central Fitness Trail parkrun
New York Central Fitness Trail parkrun No. 122 has to be the wettest parkrun on record.
The volunteers gathered in the rain, wondering whether it was worth unloading the equipment, but two runners joined our tail walker to brave the elements, making it all worthwhile.
Parkrun is a free timed 5km run, walk or jog every Saturday morning at 9:00 AM. To register, go to https://www.parkrun.ca/register/. You only have to do it once. Remember to bring your barcode or take a snapshot of it on your phone.
This Week in Pictures
Check out what we're doing this week. Click on or hover over the pictures for more details.
Member's Achievements
Avonmore Berry Farm's Run The Farm 5km
Congratulations to Clair Sadler who completed the Run the Farm 5km on Saturday in a time of 38:35. Clair says the course was fun despite the rain, mud, grass and uneven ground that marked the course.
Worlds Masters Athletics Championship
Our own Maurice Bonneville is in Gothenburg, Switzerland, this week, competing in the World Masters Athletics Championships. Maurice so far has competed in three events:
800m 3:40.98
5000m 25:47.93
10km 51:32
There is a reason we call him Mauchine!
Congratulations, Maurice. We're cheering you on from Canada.
You can get more information on the competition here.
Did you run a race or event this past weekend? What about
a PR or milestone? How about just a great run/walk in a new location? Feel free to share in the comments.
Gear Run-Down
Shoe Review: Puma Deviate Nitro 3
Runners love their gear and tech. No one more than Craig Plath. When he shows up to parkrun with a new pair of shoes - we get to hear his review. So why not share it with the Russell Running Community.
Thank you to Craig Plath for giving a great review of his latest shoes. Click the button below for Craig's full review.
Do you have any favourite gear, shoes or clothing? Feel free to share in the comments.
This Week's Schedule
NOTE: Walk Club and Trail Runs on pause for the summer
We meet at various times and locations throughout the week for a run, walk or workout.
If you are new to these events, please complete our waiver and select a two-week trial. We hope you enjoy it and meet our awesome members.
NOTE: To register for Parkrun, go to https://www.parkrun.ca/register/. You only have to do it once. Remember to bring your barcode or put a snapshot of it on your phone.
Group Runs
New York Central Fitness Trail parkrun
Track Thursdays
Upcoming Events
Glen Tay Block Race
This historic 14.7km race runs in one large block, starting and finishing at the Perth Museum in Perth, ON.
You can register in advance or on the day, Thursday, August 29, 2024. It only costs $20 to enter and the race starts at 6pm.
A unique race with a unique history. Read more about the Glen Tay Block Race and find all the registration information here: https://glentayblock.wordpress.com
Terry Fox Run
Sunday, September 15, 2024 at 9:30am.
We will cancel our usual Sunday group run on the 15th and encourage everyone to participate in the Terry Fox Run instead.
For more information and to register: https://run.terryfox.ca/55985
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