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Russell Run Club's Weekly Run-Down July 28, 2024

There are new faces, new clinics, and new local events. Russell Run Club is represented on roads, trails, and even water. There is something for everyone this week.


In This Issue

Run Ottawa 5/15 Farm Run


Runners, run/walkers, and walkers! Something for everyone at our group runs.
 

Club News

Fall Running Clinics

If you have your eye on a fall race (like maybe our own Russell Run!), this is a great opportunity to get some support in reaching your goals.

Or perhaps you are thinking about starting to run or are dusting off the running shoes after some time off? The clinics are a great way to meet new people and ease into running so come join us!


 

This Week in Pictures



 

Members' Achievements

Run Ottawa's 5/15km Farm Run


Congratulations to Jay Abramovitch and Norman Shippee who completed Run Ottawa's 5/15km Farm Run on July 17, 2024, in support of the Ottawa Hospital Foundation.


Norman finish in a time of 1:16:14


Despite some post-race blisters, Jay was happy with his time (1:41:45), and he is well on his way to completing the Army Run half marathon in September. Keep it up, Jay! We love following your progress.


Iron Man Lake Placid

Congratulations to Stephane Desjardins on his Ironman Finish at Lac Placid on July 21st. Here are the results:


 3.8km 1:23:54

 180km 5:46:44

 42.2km 3:43.24

Total 11:05:46


"Tough course makes crossing that finish line even better"


Enjoy some well-deserved rest time. We are looking forward to hearing more about it at our group runs.



Le Sentier de l’Espoir

Sara Mensour found motivation last weekend at the Le sentie de l'espoir trai race in Rigaud QC. Congratulation on your 20 km run.


 

UPDATED: This Week's Schedule

NOTE: Walk Club, Trail Runs and Track workouts 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: For parkrun go to https://www.parkrun.ca/register/ to 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



 

Upcoming Events

45th Annual Great Raisin River Footrace

Lace up your sneakers and embark on an out-and-back 5K or 11K loop along backcountry roads that embrace the scenic beauty of the Raisin River. Then, get the whole family involved by taking part in the 150m Kids Fun Run.


August 11, 2024

Williamstown Fairgrounds



Run The Farm 5km

Run the Farm is a family-friendly walk/run through the fields of the Avonmore Berry Farm. The event raises money for the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation.

August 17th, 2024 at the Avonmore Berry Farm in Avonmore, ON



Colour Run


Sunday, August 18, 2024

Limoges, ON


Glen Tay Block Race

This historic 14.7km race runs in one large block, starting and finishing at the Perth Museum in Perth, ON.


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


 

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