Russell Run Club's Weekly Run-Down September 15, 2024
- Tammy Williams
- Sep 15, 2024
- 7 min read
This week, the club walks down memory lane with Heritage Day and celebrates ten years of the Youth Run Club. We also remember Terry Fox and those affected by Cancer.
In This Issue
What was the Russell Run Club up to this week?
Member Profile and Stories
Michelle's Story: Ten Years of the Youth Run Club
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The Russell Historical Society's Heritage Day
The Russell Run Club was invited to put together a small display at the Russell Historical Society's Heritage Day. We were among other sports such as curling, broomball, rowing and soccer.
We had the pleasure of listening to Dr. Darrel Menard talk about his experience as a coach, guide, and physician at the Para-Olympics. He told a story about how he guided a blind runner to a gold medal. He concluded that his prayers were answered—he got to go to the Olympics and win a medal, but just in a completely different way.
We discovered a little history of running in Russell with this small display shown below. It discusses William Booth, the Terry Fox Run and how the Henry J. Tweed conservation area got created.
After a tour of the exhibit, I (Michelle) had a great chat with Erin Gurski, chair of the event. After remarking about the history and artifacts of the sports on display, I realized that we are also recording the history of running in Russell—not so much through displays in museums but through posts on our social media and blogs on our website. If you scroll through the years you can see our history.
Russell Run Club supports the Terry Fox Run
It was a beautiful day for the Russell Run Club to participate in the Terry Fox Run. Club members and their families were out to celebrate one of Canada's heroes and raise money for Cancer Research.
The Club was represented at both sides of the trail
Our Team had over 12 participants on both sides of the trail. They raised $600.00 online. We had a few last minute registrations so that total is a bit higher.
Canada Army Run
The Canada Army Run is on Sunday, September 22, 2024. At least 16 run club members will participate in various distances ranging from 5 km to 26.1 km. For more information on registering and schedule go to https://armyrun.ca/
Coach Michelle will be at the race to encourage and support our members. We will meet at the start at City Hall before each event to cheer each other on and take some group shots.
Here is the schedule of events:
5 km 8:00 AM Start
10km 8:45 AM Start
21.1km 9:30 AM Start
Michelle will be at the start about 7:30 AM and make her way to the finish to watch after the 1/2 Marathon start. If you need a ride or get Michelle's cell number, reach out to us at info@russellrunclub.ca.
New York Central Fitness Trail parkrun
This week's parkrun tourists knew exactly where New York Central Fitness Trail parkrun No. 126 was. But they may have taken the opportunity to take a picture in front of our sign showing they were in "New York"
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.
What was the Russell Run Club Up To This Week?
Every week, we call out our members to share their runs, training, and races. We love to celebrate achievements of all sorts and be a sounding board when things go wrong.
To inspire and motivate you - this is what happened this week:
From upper left hand corner moving clockwise:
Tara combines work and training, finding a beautiful spot to run in Belleville
Melisande is getting post Long Run kisses from Kezia
Melanie at the Terry Fox Run. Her first 10km run post-injury
Beautiful sunset to wrap up Thursday Track Workout
MIchelle shares the emotional challenge of the injured runner having to set aside a goal for another day.
This day is here. Six weeks ago it couldn't come fast enough. The last 12 days I have been dreading it - mainly because of the emotions that it will stir.
This morning I should have been starting a 330 km journey carrying everything I needed on my back. Alone on the roads and trails. No computer, no social media, no podcasts, no people except for those I cross paths with. A return to feral life for a few more days.
Now today is another day of appointments, meetings, scheduling social media posts, emails and enjoying the comforts of life. I try to avoid looking at my watch and thinking of where I should have been or what I should have been doing this week only if I didn't trip, only if I didn't do that FKT attempt, only if....
Today is the day every injured runner does not look forward to. The day they should be celebrating the hard training over weeks and months. Now it's mourning over what didn't happen. But only for a bit. Each injury I've had is a blessing...I am just patiently waiting to see what this one brings.
Member Profile and Stories
Michelle's Story: 10 Years of the Youth Run Club
It's hard to believe the Youth Run Club has been operating in Russell for 10 years! Such a milestone deserves a walk down memory lane brought to you by Coach Michelle.
Have a read of the Youth Run Club's history, how Michelle got involved, and how you can do the same.
Member Achievements
La Grande Vadrouille à Vaudreil- Dorion
If we create an award for the most active member of the club. These guys are going to have to fight for it. Maurice Bonneville and Paul Lalonde crushed it at La Grande Vadrouille à Vaudreil- Dorion. These guys snagged age group wins in the 15 km run.
Here is Paul's Race Report
Première position pour moi et Maurice Bonneville dans nos groupes d'âge respectif. L'Ontario va pas au Québec pour rien!!
We Want to Hear from You
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?
Or do you want the community to know your story?
Feel free to share in the comments or email us at info@russellrunclub.ca.
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
Run, walk, jog - all paces welcome.
Children and youth welcome. Those under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult or guardian.
Multiple route options will be provided so that we can start and finish together. Group leaders will be available to support you in your run/walk/jog. We have a "no-drop" policy so nobody is left behind. Whatever your pace you should find someone to run/walk with.
Tuesdays @ 6:00 PM Russell
Russell Park & Ride Parking lot at the end of First Street in Russell Ontario
Just south of Mother Teresa Catholic School (https://goo.gl/maps/Ru4aP2DRMruZL3fS9).
Runs are between 30 and 45 minutes.
Note: Clinic are being run at the same time. But some of our members meet up for a run also.
Sundays @ 8:00 AM Embrun
New York Central Fitness Trail @ Embrun Train Depot
(parking lot next to Euphi d'Ici)
901 Notre Dame Street, Embrun, ON
(https://goo.gl/maps/CC34LJPGLYD3oSaH6)
Runs are between 30 and 90 minutes depending on who shows. We enjoy post run beverages at Euphie d'ici
ROUTE: Out and back on the NYCF Trail
New York Central Fitness Trail parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
Open to all ages and abilities.
For more information and to register go to:
Track Thursdays
This is a great opportunity to meet fellow runners and be challenged with a few fast kilometres. Every week, we will provide a workout. We always begin with a warmup and finish with a cool-down.
If you are not quite ready yet for some fast laps and are just happy running/walking/jogging on your own and meeting new people, you are still more than welcome to participate.
Thursdays @ 6:00 PM
Russell High School Track
This Weeks Workout
10 - 15 minute warm-up jog
10 minutes of dynamic stretching/drills/strides
20 - 30 minute workout
4-8 of run the straights - OR -
Easy run/jog/walk
10 minute cool down.
Upcoming Events
Community Running Run Inspired
September 21, 2024, in Alexandria, with races starting at 9:10 am. There is a distance for everyone: 1, 2, 5, or 10 km.
For more information: https://clglen.on.ca/en/evenements/community-running/
Ruffneck K-9 Obstacle Course
How about an obstacle course that you and Fido can run together?
River Oak, known in the winter for its great skating trails, is holding a K-9 obstacle course. Just for participating, you get a Ruffneck T-shirt, and your four-legged friend gets a bandana! This race is open to spectators, too, so if you don't have a furry buddy, it might be fun to watch.
September 21, 2024 8:00am at 2900 York's Corner's Road
Get all the details and register on the River Oak website: https://www.riveroak.ca/event-details/ruffneck-k-9-obstacle-run-september-21-2024
Coureurs des Bois Challenge
Looking for something a little bit different? Does the largest obstacle course in the region sound interesting? Events for children and adults so register the whole family!
September 28, 2024 with the first event starting at 10:00am.
Events take place in 3 locations in and around Bourget, ON.
Get more information and get yourself registered here: https://deficoureursdesbois.com/en/
Zombie Run
Saturday, October 5, 2024 Hammond Hill
Want to see if you can survive the zombie apocalypse at this sure-to-be a fun event, all while raising money for CHEO? Choose to run a 2km course full of obstacles and zombies or, volunteer to be a zombie stalking the humans on the course! Get all the details here.
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