the May 2013 edition of The Rundown

"The advice I have for beginners is the same philosophy
that I have for runners of all levels of experience and
ability – consistency, a sane approach, moderation and
making your running an enjoyable, rather than
dreaded part of your life.”
- Bill Rodgers
May 27, 2013
www.kalamazooarearunners.org
The Kalamazoo Area Runners
Rundown
The Kalamazoo Klassic: 35 Years and Still
Going Strong
Contents
The Kalamazoo Klassic – 35 Years
and Still Going Strong
Page 1
Hot Club News and Events Page 5
Leadership Team Appointments and Changes
Leadership Team Opportunities
Kalamazoo Klassic 10k & 5k June 14 & 15, 2013
Kalamazoo Area Runners Fanwear Store
Regional Race Discount Program
Kalamazoo Area Runners Facebook
Next KAR Board Meeting is June 3, 2013
June and early July Club Series
Events – Page 13
Cereal City Classic 10k & 5k June 8, 2013
Plainwell Education Foundation 10k & 5k June 13,
2013
Binder Park Zoo 5k June 22, 2013
Schoolcraft Firecracker 5k July 4, 2013
Pace for Poverty 10k, 5k, and 5k Color Dash July 4,
2013
Running Community News – Page 20
Preface by Bonnie Sexton
In late October of last year, hurricane Sandy tore through the east
coast, its aftermath leading to the cancellation of the NY marathon.
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Get your Colin Rollin’ 5k June 1, 2013
Cowboy 5k Trail Run June 2, 2013
Xtreme Obstacle Challenge Coming to Battle Creek
Group Runs/Training
Page 24
Fast Track Kalamazoo 5k & 10k Training
Safari Half and Full Marathon Training
Organized Group Runs
Club Member Corner
Local Race Results
Page 27
KAR Discount Sponsors
In April 2013, the world was rocked by the Boston Marathon
bombings and on Monday, May 20, 2013, tragedy struck again in
the form of an EF5 tornado that swept through Moore, Oklahoma
and surrounding suburbs, destroying at least five schools in its
path, killing at least 24 and injuring hundreds of others.
What does all this have to do with the Kalamazoo Klassic? Now
celebrating its 35th year, the Kalamazoo Klassic has experienced its
share of trials and tribulation over the three and half decades it has
been in existence, yet has persevered as one of the most prestigious
races in greater Kalamazoo. As you step back in time and read
through the history of the Kalamazoo Klassic, the early roots of our
running community, as well as historical moments in Kalamazoo
and even national history are reflected throughout.
The Klassic Tradition
A 35-YEAR TRADITION
Unless otherwise indicated, effective March 1,
2009 please use the KAR discount code when
purchasing merchandise or services from
discount sponsors.
Gazelle Sports
10% off non-sale shoes. Please supply sales
person with KAR membership number prior to
check out.
Healing Moments Massage
Massage bodywork with Joyce Hare located in
KVO’s building on Turwill Lane. Discounts
apply per session or multiple sessions. KAR
Member price for one hour is $50.00. Phone:
269-327-5824 or 269-217-7563)
This section by Jay Campbell with contributions from Blaine
Lam and Bill Krasean
When the gun sounded for the first Kalamazoo Klassic at
precisely 8:57 a.m. on June 30, 1979, 650 runners sprinted off
on a 10-kilometer course of what is now the oldest running event
in Kalamazoo.
Twenty-five years later, on June 21, 2003, hundreds of runners
celebrated a quarter century of success by gathering yet again for
competition and personal pleasure on the top of Maple Street
hill for another sounding of the classic Klassic gun. Many things
have remained unchanged since 1979: Maple Street Hill, allvolunteer sponsorship by the local running club, and the
excitement of the field. But many things have changed: the
addition of the 5K run, electronic timing (the “chip”), the finish
in South Middle School Fields, and the increasing number of
women and older runners.
Prater Chiropractic
Chiropractic Sports Physician, Daryl Prater,
D.C., CCSP, is offering KAR members a $30
discount on custom foot orthotics. 2 different
methods are available: eSoles www.esoles.com
which uses a laser to scan the contour of the
foot and an air pillow to mobilize the foot into
the ideal neutral position and Footmaxx which
is a force plate that helps break down the
biomechanical movements of the foot for
runners. For more information contact Daryl
Prater at praterd@aol.com
The Beginnings
Options 4 Your Health
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KAR Members receive a 10% discount on
neutraceutical products (nutritional
supplements). 269-217-2146 or
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AGILITY PHYSICAL THERAPY
In the late 70’s the Kalamazoo Track Club was a collection of
about 25 serious runners whose focus was training and racing
competitively. At the same time the running boom for the
average person was sweeping the nation in the wake of Frank
Shorter’s Olympic Marathon win in 1976 and the popularity of
Jim Fixx’s best-selling book “The Complete Runner." Joggers
were everywhere. With this backdrop, a few members of the
Track Club, with Blaine Lam as their spokesperson, proposed
that the club pursue a new direction: “Embrace the average
runner.” The critical vote on the new direction was 13 to 12 in
favor of the change and the stage was set for the birth of the
Kalamazoo Klassic.
The renovated club, with David Kays as President and Blaine
Lam as Vice President/Newsletter editor, captured the local
running community with its calendar of regular races, an
informative newsletter, and the idea of sponsoring a major road
race to be called the Kalamazoo Klassic. The first race was run
“on a shoestring,” Lam says. “There was minimal sponsorship
(Lee’s Sports was the main sponsor) and the scoring was done
with 3×5 cards.”
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IN THE ZONE
The front page of the Saturday Kalamazoo Gazette bore a large
picture of the start with the caption: “Road Runners a Hardy
Breed as They Compete in Rain Today in First Kalamazoo
Klassic.”
Beginning January 1, 2013 Stephanie Walbridge
of In the Zone will be offering members of
Kalamazoo Area Runners 20% off metabolic
testing for the year. In the Zone is now accepting
check, cash or credit card payments at the time of
service. For more information, visit
www.inthezonefitness.com, or call or email
Stephanie at (269) 207-4988 or
swalbri2000@tds.net.
PEDAL BICYCLE
That Gazette also contained a picture of President Jimmy Carter
running (not in Kalamazoo) and an article on the retirement of
Mohammed Ali.
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Pedal Bicycle, located at 611 West Michigan
Avenue, Kalamazoo offers members of Kalamazoo
Area Runners a 15% discount on accessories and
apparel and preferred pricing on new bicycles. For
more information and store hours visit
www.pedalbicycle.com. Provide the 2013 KAR
discount code to receive the discount.
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BRONSON ATHLETIC CLUB
The 1979 Klassic resulted in a tie between WMU teammates Tom
Duits and Bob Lewis in 30:58. Tom Duits is known as the first
Michigander to run a sub 4:00 mile and still holds the mile
record at WMU.
The 80s
In May 1980 a tornado ravaged downtown Kalamazoo, killing
five people and causing millions of dollars in damage. The
second Klassic was run a little more than a month later as
Kalamazoo recovered from this blow of nature. The race date
was moved to June 14, with the field capped at 1000 – and easily
filled. First National Bank signed on as a major sponsor, a role
that it played for many years. The year 1980 was also the debut
of the turtle, a graphic T-shirt mascot that appeared off and on in
different forms for most of the years of the Klassic. The front
page of the Saturday Gazette had three pictures of the Klassic
and described the day as “threatening sky and rolling thunder.”
But as we know, that doesn't deter runners.
Beginning January 1, 2013, KAR members may
join Bronson Athletic Club for a $199 initiation fee
, a deep discount off the regular initiation fee of
$395, and receive the first month primary
membership dues free. For more information on
joining, contact membership at 544-3200 or stop
by and mention KAR.
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TJ SNYDER MASSAGE OF NV
SALON
The Turtle, first making its appearance as mascot in 1980, reappears on and off
throughout the years. The turtle has returned to help us celebrate the 35 th
anniversary of the Kalamazoo Klassic.
The third Klassic (1981) grew to 1,323 participants and witnessed
the return of the winners of the first Klassic. Duits and Lewis
repeated their feat by finishing together in a time of 30:19. The
women’s race was won by WMU's Darcy Tomlinson in a very fast
35:27. Kalamazoo has always been the home of excellent Masters
runners as shown by the finishes of Randy Hoffman (33:05) and
Tina Hayward (39:20). Tina would go on to win the Boston
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T.J. Snyder of NV Salon, located at 210 E. Centre
Avenue in Portage. T.J. offers a 1-hour professional
stone massage to KAR members for $30.00. For an
appointment call 269.327.3689 (salon) or
269.816.8780 (cell). Provide the 2012 KAR
discount code to receive reduced rate.
Board of Directors
Bonnie Sexton
President
Marathon Masters a few years later. The 1981 race was held on
the 3rd Saturday of the month, setting a tradition followed since.
Many dedicated KTC members nurtured the race in these early
years. Blaine Lam was consistently a driving force. Tom Powell,
James and Linda Gregart, and Dave Mackey were heavily
involved in the growth of the race. The fields were generally over
1,000, with hundreds of finishers under 40 minutes. In 1983 a
40:00 time would not have broken into the top 200 places.
The race has not been without its tragedies. In 1982, Richard
Robbins, 49, collapsed 200 yards from the finish line as he was
ascending Peeler Hill. Within seconds he was being treated by
paramedics, but died a few days later.
When two local runners, Chris Crowell and Bruce Johnson,
formed Gazelle Sports, they began a long and continuing
relationship with the Klassic. In 1988 Gazelle Sports started their
sponsorship of the Kids’ Klassic, a 1K Kids’ run on the evening
before the 10K (which had been started by the KTC about 4 years
earlier.) Hundreds of kids and parents line up every year for this
fun family event. Several of the top runners in high school the
last few years had their first experience running at the Kid’s
Klassic including Adriana Field and Jessie Stewart who both ran
for the University of Michigan.
Bonnie.sexton@kalamazooarearunners.org
Chris Huff
Vice President
Christine.huff@kalamazooarearunners.org
Karen Christensen
Treasurer
Karen.christensen@kalamazooarearunners.or
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In 1985 the 5K race was added. Five-K races were gaining in
popularity and the new distance was added to attract joggers who
were not yet ready to tackle Maple Street Hill, better known as
Kalamazoo's ‘Heart Break Hill.’
In 1987 the finish was moved from the top of Peeler Street to the
fields at South Junior High. The move allowed more room for
spectators and post-race activities.
The 90s
In 1996 and in 1997 the 10K event was eliminated. Entries for
the longer race had been decreasing and expenses to stage the
race had been increasing. For 2 years the 5K was the only event.
On the eve of the 1997 Klassic a ferocious storm swept through
southwest Michigan. Many trees were down, many homes were
without power, and many events in the region were cancelled…
except, of course, the Klassic, which went off without a hitch in
humid weather.
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Andrea Nixon
Secretary
Andrea.nixon@kalamazooarearunners.org
Amy Clark
Vice President, Special Events
Amy.clark@kalamazooarearunners.org
Board Members Continued
Eric Burnson
Vice President, Technology
Event and Program Directors
In 1998 the 10K was reinstated by popular demand for the 20th
Anniversary of the Klassic. Although the 10K still does not have
as many participants as the 5K, it remains the essence of the
‘Klassic.’ This was also the first year the “chip” (a device the size
of a quarter that is laced onto the shoe) was used to facilitate
timing.
Phil Goodwin
Director, Graphic and Web Design
Phil.goodwin@kalamazooarearunners.org
Angela Batten
Director, Indoor Track Workouts
Angela.batten@kalamazooarearunners.org
2000 through 2009
In 2000 KTC began its partnership with MRC Industries in
sponsoring the race. MRC excels in gaining sponsorship and
providing organizational skills and the Kalamazoo Area Runners
– the Kalamazoo Track Club’s new name as of 2002 – provide
the expertise in race management. In 2008, The Kalamazoo
Klassic celebrated its 30th anniversary.
Terry Hutchins
Director, Kal-Haven Trail Run
2010 – Present
Carole.bolthouse@kalamazooarearunners.org
This Section by Bonnie Sexton
As June 19, 2010 approached, the stage was set for an
extraordinary 2010 Kalamazoo Klassic. The 10k had been
selected as the RRCA National Championship and the 5k the
RRCA State Championship. The Klassic was also proclaimed an
Olympic Day event and the 10k was included in the Michigan
Runner race series. Jean Knaack, the Executive Director from
RRCA flew in from Virginia to run the 10k. In honor of Olympic
Day and the RRCA Championship designations, 1988 Seoul
Olympian (20k Race Walk) and RRCA State Representative Gary
Morgan was scheduled to make a special guest appearance as
well.
Shortly after the last child crossed the finish line of Friday
evening’s Kid’s Klassic, dark storm clouds approached the
Kalamazoo Klassic expo grounds at the Kalamazoo Free
Methodist Church. Volunteer crews worked quickly to collapse
the 10 x 10 tents and tables scattered throughout the exhibit area
in a race against Mother Nature and the approaching storm.
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Sherrie.mann@kalamazooarearunners.org
Julie Wojtaszek
Director, Kal-Haven Trail Run
Julie.wojtaszek@kalamazooarearunners.org
Carole Bolthouse
Director, Kalamazoo Klassic (KAR)
Bonnie Sexton
Director, Fast Track Training
Director, Portage Winter Blast Half
Marathon & 5k
Director Kalamazoo Klassic (MRC)
Team Captain, Race for the Cure
Director, Turkey Trot Time Prediction
5k Run
Bonnie.sexton@kalamazooarearunners.org
Marie Billen
Director, Children’s Easter Egg Hunt
Dash
Ferdi Hintz and Pam Boner
Team Co-Captains, Relay for Life
Brandon Van Dusen
Director, Thursday Night Group Runs
Portage YMCA
Brandon.vandusen@kalamazooarearunners.org
Thankfully, most of the children had gone, and the few remaining
were those working the event. Just as the last tent was folded, a
storm producing 70 mph winds and heavy rains pounded the site.
Most took shelter in the church, which lost power within minutes.
It is often said history never repeats itself, but the Klassic seemed to
be the exception to the rule as the staging of the 2010 Kalamazoo
Klassic was strangely reminiscent of the 1997 Kalamazoo Klassic 13
years earlier. The stormed that pummeled the area that year left
many downed trees, homes without power and cancelled events, yet
the Klassic went on.
Fast forward back to 2010, a group from the organizing team
braved the elements and drove the ¼ mile down to the magnet
school field, only to find the large rented tents and finish line
scaffolding leveled by the winds. The decision was made to leave
the remaining 10 x 10 tents and tables up at the church, and bring
them down early the following morning. After the winds and rains
subsided, I left for home and decided to drive part of the course and
assess damage. My race day assignment, along with that of our new
shadow director Wendy Sosville, was to place the mile markers and
clear the course of debris. About ¼ mile up Bronson Boulevard,
traffic was forced to a standstill – a tree had fallen from the cliffs on
the west side, landing across the entire road. After scrambling to
determine if there was a way to divert the course and if the tree
would be removed, we were able to confirm the tree would be gone
in time for the race.
The next morning, volunteer crews were transporting tents and
tables down to the soggy fields long before the crack of dawn. Cindi
and Steve MacDonald rebuilt the scaffolding which had collapsed
the night before while the rest of the crew set up clusters of 10 x 10
tents to replace the large ones leveled by the winds. Wendy and I
set out to place the mile markers and clear the course of the debris
that had fallen the night before. We finished just 30 minutes prior
to the 10k start. Runners were already starting to gather at the top
of Maple Hill.
Event and Program Directors
continued…..
Maggie Austin
Director, Fast Track Battle Creek
Stephanie Sabin
Director, Run Through the Lights
(with Dana Schmitt from Gazelle)
Stephanie.sabin@kalamazooarearunners.org
Scott Taylor
Director, Turkey Trot Time
Prediction Run
Director, Beyond Training Program
Scott.taylor@kalamazooarearunners.org
Scott Everett (along with Teresa
Redmond)
Director, Wed Night Portage YMCA
Runs
Scott.evenett@kalamazooarearunners.org
Teresa Redmond (along with Pat and
Sherri Enlow)
Director, Wed Night Portage YMCA
Runs
Teresa.redmond@kalamazooarearunners.org
Laura Ferrara
Director, Wednesday Night Runs
Maple Street Magnet School
Laura.ferrara@kalamazooarearunners.org
Teri Olbrot (along with Brandon Van
Dusen, Laura Sandahl)
Co-Director, Thursday Evening Runs
Director, Children’s Easter Egg Hunt
Run
teri.olbrot@kalamazooarearunners.org
By 7:30 am, 440 runners, including Jean Knaack and Gary Morgan,
had lined up for the start of the RRCA 10k National Championship
Race to run the double loop course featuring the nearly ½ mile
climb up Maple Hill. Little evidence remained of the storms that
had blown through the evening before.
Dave Walch
Director, Halloween Hash
Two years later, the 2012 Kalamazoo Klassic. In the last half mile of
the 10k, a man collapsed and went into full cardiac arrest.
Fortunately, two nurses and an off duty police officer were
immediately behind him and were able to begin CPR immediately.
The emergency rescue team was near-by on the Magnet School
Leslie Scheffers
Director, Volunteer Program
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David.walch@pfizer.com
Zachary Baker
Director, Marketing Promotions
Zach.baker@kalamazooarearunners.org
Leslie.scheffers@kalamazooarearunners.org
Cindi Macdonald
Co-Director, Safari Training Program
Cindi.macdonald@kalamazooarearunners.org
Event and Program Directors
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Field, and able to make it to the scene in time to administer the
AED, resuscitate the runner and transport him to the hospital,
where he made a full recovery. We are forever grateful to the three
runners who stopped to administer CPR; Clint Hostetler, Stephanie
Robinson and William Moore as well as the emergency rescue team,
for saving the runner’s life.
Acknowlegements
Steve Rice
Director, Wed Night Borgess Health
and Fitness Center Runs
Director, Beyond Training Program
Steve.rice@kalamazooarearunners.org
Stephanie Demarest
Director, Thursday Night Runs in
Battle Creek
Director, Fast Track Battle Creek
Several participants have made the Klassic a part of their lives for
25 years. Dick Hoeskstra ran the first Klassic in 1979 as a high
schooler. Since then Dick has finished all 23 Klassic 10Ks and the
5K for the two years the 10K was not offered. Dave Dunn has also
participated in all 25 races. Dave ran the 1979 race as a high
schooler and continued to race the Klassic during his years at WMU
where he ran track. His best time at the Klassic was 32:18 in 1984. A
chronic back injury ended his running career in 1993 but he
returned as a Race Walker and has won the Klassic 5K Walk three
times. Patsy Hand was talked into running the first Klassic by a
friend. Since then she has participated every year despite forgotten
numbers and torn ligaments. Patsy, Dave and Dick were presented
25 Year Commemorative Jackets at the 25th Klassic Race Awards
Ceremony.
Stephanie.demarest@kalamazooarearunners.
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Bob Rafferty has been a volunteer for all 35 years, and collects tshirts for the events. The YMCA has also been involved for all 35
years. Over the years, they have provided their facilities for race
planning meetings, late registration, and packet pick-up.
Nikki Gates
Director, Member Reception Runs
Where are they now?
Karen.christensen@kalamazooarearunners.o
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David Kays (1979 Track Club President and first Race Director)
lives near Nashville, Tennessee. He no longer runs but swims and
bikes. James Gregart (Fired the starting gun at the first Klassic) was
Kalamazoo County Prosecutor and retired in 2004. Bill Krasean
(Involved in race organization) retired from the Kalamazoo Gazette
and Blaine Lam (Race Director for several years and a catalyst for
Club activity in the 80s) is an Independent Consultant in
Kalamazoo and is active in the Borgess Run organization.
Hot Club News and Events
“We run this town”
Beth St. John
Director, Thursday Night Runs in
Battle Creek
Director, Beyond Training Program
Beth.stjohn@kalamazooarearunners.org
Renee Mercer
Director, Tuesday Morning Runs in
Battle Creek
anreelca@gmail.com
Brett Hall
Director, Sunday Afternoon Runs in
Battle Creek
anosmic.runner@gmail.com
Nikki.gates@kalamazooarearunners.org
Karen Christensen
Director, Member Reception Runs
John Olbrot
Director, Database Administration
John.olbrot@kalamazooarearunners.org
Judah Gesmundo
Chair, Battle Creek Subcommittee
Lynn Scherer
Chair, Battle Creek Subcommittee
Leslie Scheffers
Director, Volunteer Program
Leslie.scheffers@kalamazooarearunners.org
Beryl Siegel
Director, Online Registration
beryl_jwang@yahoo.com
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Marie Billen
Director, Easter Egg Hunt Run
Marie.billen@kalamazooarearunners.org
Event and Program
Directors continued…..
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Leadership Team Appointments and
Changes
Kalamazoo Area Runners is pleased to announce the following
leadership team appointments.
Scott Everett has been appointed as Director of the Wednesday
Night Runs from the Portage YMCA with Teresa Redmond.
Scott is replacing Pat and Sherri Enlow, who had to temporarily
relocate to Georgia to care for a family member. Since thanks to
Scott for filling this leadership position.
We wish Pat and Sherri Enlow a fond farewell. Pat and Sherri
had to relocate to George for an undetermined period of time to care
for family. Pat and Sherri have served as directors of the
Wednesday evening runs from the Portage YMCA for the last year,
and served on the 2013 Beyond committee with responsibility for
the half marathon component of the program. In the year they
served on the KAR leadership team they demonstrated tremendous
commitment and dedication, and will be greatly missed. We wish
both Pat and Sherri the very best, and hope that they eventually may
be able to return to Kalamazoo some day in the future. As a side
note, they are visiting Kalamazoo this week, and will be making an
appearance at the May 29 Wednesday night run at the Portage
YMCA.
Leadership Team Opportunities
BOARD POSITIONS
Vice President Marketing and Communications
The Vice President Marketing and Communications serves on the
Executive Board and assists Event and Program directors and Board
Members with promoting their events and programs and
membership, marketing strategy and content management. Regular
attendance at Board Meetings is required (7:30 pm the first Monday
of most months (July and Sept are second Monday). For more
information and a job description, contact Bonnie Sexton at
bonnie.sexton@kalamazooarearunners.org
Vice President of Development
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Bob Smola
Director, Kalamazoo Marathon
Pace Teams
Bob.smola@kalamazooarearunners.org
Gale Fischer
Another Runner’s Perspective
Gale.fischer@kalamazooarearunners.org
Amanda Losch
Director, External Email Marketing
Amanda.losch@kalamazooarearunners.org
The Vice President Development serves on the Executive Board and assists Event and Program
directors with sponsorship solicitation, sponsor structure development and sponsor
acknowledgements. Regular attendance at Board Meetings is required (7:30 pm the first Monday of
most months (July and Sept are second Monday). For more information and a job description,
contact Bonnie Sexton at bonnie.sexton@kalamazooarearunners.org
Director of Expo Marketing
Andrea Gooch is stepping down from her position as Director, Expo Marketing due to school and
work commitments. Sincere thanks to Andrea for her efforts coordinating our attendance at Expos.
This position is now available and serves to coordinate our KAR Expo Table at the Kalamazoo
Marathon, YMCA Healthy Kids Day Run, Kalamazoo Klassic, and One One Run Expos, as well as
corporate wellness fairs. For more information and a job description, contact Bonnie Sexton at
bonnie.sexton@kalamazooarearunners.org/
Co-Director, Thursday Evening Runs – Battle Creek
We are seeking 1-2 individuals to partner with Stephanie Demarest in leading the weekly Thursday
evening group runs in Battle Creek at 6:00pm. Runs vary in location, but are currently meeting at
Riverside Elementary and running in Riverside Park (same location as Battle Creek Fast Track). For
more information and a job description, contact Judah Gesmundo at JIG@wkkf.org
Co-Director, Sunday Afternoon Runs – Battle Creek
We are seeking 1-2 individuals to partner with two other directors in leading the weekly Sunday runs
in Battle Creek. The run was previously held at 2:00pm, but considering moving it to mornings.
Group is being surveyed to determine best time Runs vary in location. For more information and a
job description contact Judah Gesmundo at JIG@wkkf.org
Fast Track 10k and 5k Coaches
We are still seeking a few coaches for the Fast Track 5k and10k Training Program:
Two coaches for Intro to Speed work and Competitive Speed work for the paces below, based on the
following VDOT bands and lactate threshold pace range (you can obtain your lactate threshold pace
range by plugging a recent race time into the McMillan Running Calculator
(www.mcmillanrunning.com). Use the tempo interval pace range generated.
Group
VDOT
Lactate Threshold Pace Range
A
B
<31
32 - 35
> 10 min miles
9:00 - 10:00 min miles
Two – three coaches for the following pace ranges for the new 5k to 10k Step-Up Transitional
Program:
8:00 and faster (may be combined with 8:00 – 9:00)
8:00 – 9:00
11:00 – 12:00
Two – three coaches for the Fast Track I beginner walk to run program.
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Program runs July 9 – September 10, 2013 and targets the Peacock Strut. Contact Bonnie Sexton
at bonnie.sexton@kalamazooarearunners.org for more information and a job description.
Join us for our 35th Anniversary! 2013 Kalamazoo Klassic
Registration Now Open!
The Thrill, The Will and The Hill! Registration for the 2013 Kalamazoo Klassic is now OPEN!!! MRC
Industries, Inc. and the Kalamazoo Area Runners are proud to present the 35th Annual Kids’ Klassic,
Kalamazoo Klassic 5k, 10k and Pump n’ Run June 14th and 15th 2013. The purpose of the Kalamazoo
Klassic is to promote diversity, community and overall health and well-being while raising funds that
benefit individuals with disabilities. Both the 10k and 5k events serve as the RRCA state
championship events. Members of Kalamazoo Area Runners receive a $5 discount by entering the
four digit discount code. Participants can run the 5k, 10k or both.
Nearly 200 volunteers are needed Friday afternoon & evening and Saturday morning. For more
information on participating or volunteering, visit www.kalamazooklassic.org.
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Check out our complete line of KAR and Beyond Training Program apparel via the Kalamazoo Area
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Kalamazoo Area Runners Asics Short Sleeve Circuit 7 Warm Up Technical Shirt
Kalamazoo Area Runners & Beyond Asics Long Sleeve Circuit 7 Warm Up Technical Shirt
Kalamazoo Area Runners & Beyond Asics Caldera Jacket
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Fast Track Asics Interval Singlet
Fast Track Asics Short Sleeve Circuit 7 Warm Up Technical Shirt
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All orders will be delivered to the downtown Kalamazoo Gazelle Sports location. The $6.95 shipping
fee will be deducted from the order when it is fulfilled (there is no shipping charge for store delivery).
Customers will be notified via email when the order is ready for pick up. Allow 5-7 additional
business days for orders that include an embroidered item. Unembellished sample of the apparel
are available to try on in the store.
Regional Race Discount Program
Vice President Chris Huff has been hard at work expanding our membership benefits menu by
reaching out to regional race directors to secure discounts for club members. For more information
or the discount code on any of these events, contact Chris at
christine.huff@kalamazooarearunners.org.
Event
Date
Discount
Restrictions
Kalamazoo Mud Run
6/8/2013
$5 off adult
Charlevoix Marathon and Half
6/22/2013
$7
Online
Run for Your Heart Half Marathon
9/7/2013
$2
Online
Capital City River Run Half
9/14/2013
$5 off
200 KAR members
Park to Park Half Marathon
9/28/2013
$5 off
Online
Park to Park 5k
9/28/2013
$3 off
Online
Brooksie Way Half Marathon, 10k, 5k 9/29/2013
$12 off
Online
Laughing Gull Half Marathon
10/5/2013
$5 off
Online
Wildlife Marathon and Half
10/13/2013
Lighthouse Half Marathon
10/13/2013
$5 off
Online
Grand Rapids Half & Full Marathon
10/20/2013
$7
Online
Pooled mail in only
Yes, there really is a Kalamazoo Area Runners Facebook Group
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Follow us on Facebook®. Connect with each other, receive event and program updates and more!
Click on the above icon and join the Kalamazoo Area Runners Facebook® Group. Yes, Kalamazoo
Area Runners has 446 members on our Facebook® group, and as we recruit more of you to join, we
hope to expand the use of our social media forum.
Next KAR Board Meeting is June 3, 2013
The next KAR Board Meeting is Monday, June 3, 2013 at 7:30 pm at Maple YMCA. As always,
members are welcome to attend. For questions contact Bonnie Sexton at
bonnie.sexton@kalamazooarearunners.org.
Club Series Events
Kalamazoo Area Runners Introduces the Club Championship
Series Line-up for 2013.
2013 Oaklawn Hospitality 5k – Photo by Bonnie Sexton
Kalamazoo Area Runners is pleased to introduce the line-up for the 2013 Club Championship Series.
Events participating in the Race Discount Program offer a $2 discount to KAR members (Borgess
Run for the Health of It is grandfathered) and are automatically included in the Club Championship
Series. New this year, we welcome the B.C. Spring into Action 5k & 10k, Mattawan Wildcat Road &
Trail 5k, Zoo City Mile and Sherman Lake TNT 5k & 10k. The Club Championship Series is now
capped at 40 individual races.
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To receive the race discount, members of Kalamazoo Area Runners should enter the 4-digit discount
code upon registration. Club Series age group awards will be presented to the top 3 in each age
division, male and female, at the Club Series awards celebration in November 2013. Time points are
added for each runner’s best 9 races. Time points = winner time/runner time x 100.
For more information on the Club Championship Series, visit Club Championship Series
2013 Club Championship Series & Race Discount Program
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The Shamrock 5k ($5 discount), March 23, 2013
OEC Eco Trail Race 4k & 8k (10% discount), April 20, 2013
Consumers Sunburst 5k & 10k ($5 discount), April 20, 2013
B.C. Spring Into Action 5k & 10k, April 27, 2013
Vicksburg Hearty Hustle 5k (preregistration only), May 11, 2013
Oaklawn Hospitality Classic 5k & 10k, May 18, 2013
Howard Hill Hustle 5k ($5 discount), May 18, 2013
Komen Race for the Cure 5k ($4 online by Apr 1/$3 online by May 16/$2 race day), May 19,
2013
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K5K (Kalamazoo 5K) 5k (preregistration only), May 25, 2013
Run to Climax 7k, May 27, 2013
Cereal City Classic 5k & 10k (online only), June 8, 2013
Plainwell Education Foundation Racin’ the Island 5k & 10k (preregistration only), June 13,
2013
Kalamazoo Klassic 5k & 10k ($5 discount), June 15, 2013
Binder Park Zoo Cheetah Chase 5k (preregistration only), June 22, 2013
Schoolcraft Firecracker 5 Mile, July 4, 2013
Pace for Poverty 5k & 10k, July 4, 2013
Kindleberger 5k, July 13, 2013
Mattawan Road & Trail 5k, August 3, 2013
Otsego Ready or Not 5k ($5 online until noon July 13, $2 after), August 3, 2013
Steve Athey Memorial (Raider Stomp) 5k & 10k (preregistration only), August 10, 2013
Zoo City MIle 1mi (preregistration only), August 15, 2013
Allegan Strides for Health 5k (preregistration only), August 17, 2013
Grape Lake 5k (preregistration only), September 7, 2013
Peacock Strut 5k & 10k, September 14, 2013
Sherman Lake TNT 5k & 10k (preregistration only), September 22, 2013
Run for the Son 5k, September 28, 2013
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2013 Club Championship Series Only (no discount)
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Borgess Run for the Health of It! 5k, Half Marathon, & Kalamazoo Marathon, May 5, 2013
Battle Creek Cereal City Classic 5k and 10k June 8, 2013
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The Cereal City Classic 10k Run and 5k Run/Walk is Saturday, June 8, 2013 and members of
Kalamazoo Area Runners receive a $2 discount via online registration.
Event Location
Battle Creek Family YMCA, 182 Capital Avenue Northeast, Battle Creek, MI 49017
About This Event
This annual event utilizes the Linear Path. Leaving the YMCA and traveling east on VanBuren, the
5K will make a turn and return on the Linear Path, the 10K will join the Linear Path and proceed to
Bailey Park, turn around and return on the Linear Path. The course is shady and flat, you’ll love the
scenery and your time. **New for 2013 - Chip Timed Start**
Check-In
Participants can pick up their race packets and/or register for all races on Friday, June 7, 5-7 pm or
on Saturday, June 8, 6:30-7:30 am at the YMCA, Multi Sports Complex.
Race Times
All races (5K, 10K and 5K Fun Walk) begin at 8:15 am. All races leave the YMCA from the corner of
Clay Street and Penn Street.
Parking/Facilities
The race site is easily accessible at the Battle Creek Family YMCA, located at 182 Capital Avenue NE,
Battle Creek, MI. Lockeroom and showers are available. (Bring your own lock and towel) Traveling
from I-94 take M-66 north (Division St), thru 4 traffic signals, turn right at Cherry St.
Awards
Overall winners of the 5K Run and 10K Run will receive a specially handcrafted “Empty Bowl
Award”. These bowls are made by local artists, and are sold to benefit the Food Bank of South
Central Michigan. Age bracket winners will receive a Cereal City Classic award (5K Fun Walkers are
not eligible for awards). Awards will be presented in the Multi-Sports Complex of the Battle Creek
Family YMCA at 10:00 am.
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T-Shirts
New! Moisture-wicking shirt with logo. Late registrants receive a T-Shirt while supplies last.
Timing & Scoring
Timing will be provided by Mac's Sports Timing using the Chronotrack (D-Tag) timing system.
Results will be available on-site or online at www.macssportstiming.com or
www.greatlakeschampionchip.com
Cereal City Stampede 5K Series
Participate in the "Triple Crown" events and receive a special t-shirt, medal, and possible top overall
winner award. The events in the Cereal City Stampede 5K Series are Cereal City Classic, Binder Park
Cheetah Chase, and Kellogg's Dig Em Dash. If participants compete in all three events, the awards
will be given at the last event Dig Em Dash. Please Answer Yes or No if you want to participate in all
three.
For more information and/or to register, visit http://www.ymcabattlecreek.org/whats_new.html
Plainwell Education Foundation “Racin’ the Island City” 5k and
10k Thursday June 13, 2013
The Plainwell Education Foundation event has a new name, date, time and has added a 10k to its
already existing 5k. Members of Kalamazoo Area Runners receive a $2 discount (pre-registration
only) upon registration.
Location Information
Hicks Park @ W. Bridge St., Plainwell, MI 49080
About This Event
EVENT DETAILS **When: Thursday (June 13, 2013) ** Events: 10K Run ~ New this year! And 5K
Run/Walk and 1 Mile Family Fun Run! ** Where: Streets of Plainwell ~ New Start & Finish at Hicks
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Course Map
View a map of the course - Click the following link Course Map
Schedule
1 Mile Family Fun Run (6:40 p.m.) ** 5K and 10K Races (7:00 p.m.) ** Awards to Follow.
Registration Fees
10K RUN: Pre-Registration: $30. Race Day Registration: $40. 5K RUN/WALK: Pre-Registration:
$20. Race Day Registration: $30. * All pre-registered participants for 10K and 5K Run/Walk will
receive a free Race Day T-shirt. 1 Mile Family Fun Run: FREE.
Tee Shirts
Participants must register before June 6th to be guaranteed a Tee Shirt.
Age Categories
10K & 5K: 14 & Under; 15-18; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; AND 70 & OLDER.
Binder Park Zoo 5k Saturday June 22, 2013
The Binder Park Zoo Cheetah Chase is Saturday, September 22, 2013 and KAR members receive
$2.00 off pre-registration. The Binder Park Zoo Cheetah Chase 5K course has a variety of
surfaces including asphalt, brick, boardwalk, crushed rock, and grass. There is a combination of up
hills, down hills, tight turns and flat stretches throughout the course. Native Michigan woodlands are
in abundance along with a wide variety of zoo animals to catch your eye. Highlights also include
panoramic views of the African savannah with herds of giraffe, zebra, antelope, and more. This is a
truly unique venue for a 5K event. Download Course Map
Pre-registration
Pre-register online or complete the mail-in registration form (pdf) to enter the Binder Park Zoo
Cheetah Chase event of your choice. Online registration will close at 5:00pm EST on Thursday, June
20, 2013. Mail-in registrations must be postmarked no later than June 17, 2013. Day of event
registrations will be accepted for an additional $5 fee, but t-shirts are not guaranteed. Please ensure
that you receive a t-shirt by registering in advance.
Events & Times
6:45am to 7:45am - Registration
7:30am - Gates to zoo entrance closed to prep for race - be here by 7:30 to park in zoo lot.
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8:00am - Gazelle Gallop (5K Run)
Sloth Walk (5K Walk)
Post Race Cool Down
***We will have overflow parking at Harper Creek High School. Shuttles to and from
Harper Creek High School will run from 6:00am until 11:00am. The last shuttle before
the start of the race will depart Harper Creek High School at 7:30am.***
Prices
All participants in the Gazelle Gallop and Sloth Walk will receive a free day-of admission pass to
Binder Park Zoo, a t-shirt, and a reusable tote bag.
Gazelle Gallop (5K Run) - $25
Sloth Walk (5K Walk) - $25
Kalamazoo Area Runners/Battle Creek Road Runners receive a $2 discount with your membership
ID number.
Event Timing
Gazelle Gallop and Sloth Walk timing provided by Great Lakes ChampionChip.
Prizes/Results
Prizes for the Gazelle Gallop and Sloth Walk will be
awarded to:
Top Overall Male
Top Overall Female
Top Master Male & Female
Top three males & females per age category*
Results will be posted following the completion of each event on site and later in the day at
www.greatlakeschampionchip.com. Results can also be accessed on the Monday following the
race at www.binderparkzoo.org/5k.
*Top overall male and female master excluded
Schoolcraft Firecracker 5 Miler July 4, 2013
The Firecracker 5-miler, an annual event, held on Thursday July 4, 2013 and members of Kalamazoo
Area Runners receive a $2 discount. The Firecracker 5 is open to the public, and offers an
organized 5-mile race, as well as a 1-mile fun run/walk.
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Date: Thursday July 4th 2013
Time: 8:00 am 5 mile Run, 7:30 am 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk (free)
Start/Finish Location: Schoolcraft High School, 551 East Lyons St. (Click here for course map.)
5 Mile Run Timing, Online Registration & Results: Mac Sports Timing– click here for details
Proceeds Donated to: Schoolcraft Running, Athletic, Band, Camp and PTO programs as well as
The Schoolcraft 4th of July celebration.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND:
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Women and men fit tech race shirts
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Fast, flat and fun course
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Door Prizes
NEW THIS YEAR:
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Package pick up and late registration on July 3, 2013 from 5:30 pm to 7pm at Schoolcraft HS
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D-tag timing
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Customize age group medals and awards
For more information and registration visit http://www.firecracker5.com/
Pace for Poverty 10K/5K Run Introduces the New Color Dash 5k
The Pace for Poverty Race Committee and the village of Richland are ready to paint the
town...well...blue, green, pink, orange and yellow!! The Color Dash is coming to Richland on July
4th at 8:30 a.m! The annual Pace for Poverty 10K/5K will still be the same chipped/timed race at
7:30 a.m. and the Color Dash will follow the same 5K route an hour later. Both races will be held at
Gull Lake Middle School. Runners are encouraged to participate in both races if 6+ miles are doable
in the time allowed. It is recommended that participants wear eye protection for the Color Dash.
There will be a costume contest and a dance contest so participants can make this event a great start
to the holiday. Invite friends and relatives of all ages to make unforgettable memories. For details on
the Color Dash please go to http://www.thecolordash5k.com To register for the races go to
www.paceforpoverty.org
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Running Community News
GET YOUR COLON ROLLIN’ 5K WALK/RUN
June 1st Bailey Park, Battle Creek
The Calhoun County Cancer Control Coalition (5C) is a group of individuals and organizations
working together to reduce the cancer burden in Calhoun County through community collaboration.
This year they have decided to host the first Get Your Colon Rollin’ 5K walk/run on June 1, 2013 to
spread the word about getting screened for colorectal cancer.
The registration fee is $25 if registered on or before May 18, 2013, after that registration is $30 (nonrefundable). Registration can be done online at www.calhouncancer.org or call (269) 339-5016 to
have a form faxed or mailed to you. Scholarships are available. If you would like to participate but
are unable to afford the registration fee, please call (269) 339-5016.
This event will take place at Bailey Park in Battle Creek along the Linear Park Path. Registration
starts at 7:00 am and will end promptly at 8:45 am. (This is necessary for an on-time start.) Race
starts at 9:00am and award ceremony is at 10:15am. Awards are given for first place overall male
and female as well as first, second and third place in each division. T-shirts are guaranteed to
everyone that registers by May 18th. No-shows will not receive a T-shirt; t-shirts not claimed will be
distributed to race day registrants following the race on a first come-first served basis.
Did You Know…
 Anyone can get colorectal cancer.
 Colorectal cancer screening is recommended for everyone at age 50. (Those who have a
family history of colorectal cancer should ask their doctor about getting screened earlier than
age 50.)
 Colorectal polyps and colorectal cancer don't always cause symptoms, especially at first.
Someone could have polyps or colorectal cancer and not know it. That is why getting
screened regularly for colorectal cancer is so important.
 Screening for colorectal cancer helps prevent this disease. Screening can find precancerous
polyps (abnormal growths), so they can be removed before they turn into cancer. Screening
also finds colorectal cancer early, when treatment works best.
If you have any questions, please contact Jenny Rogers at 269-339-5016 or
jennycoordinator5cs@yahoo.com.
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2013 Cowboy Trail Run Brings Out “Cowboy Tuff” in
Runners/Walkers Sunday, June 2, 2013
KALAMAZOO, MI – May 21, 2013 – Participants in the 2013 Cowboy Trail Run on June 2
will be hoofin’ it over approximately 3.1 miles of genuine bonified horse trails complete with
optional natural obstacles to test their grit. The walk/run will benefit Big Brothers Big
Sisters, A Community of Caring and the Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center and will take
place at the Cheff Center, 8450 North 43rd Street in Augusta.
The younger set (age 12 and under) will also have the opportunity to prove their mettle in the
kids’ fun run. All finishers – young and not so young – will be certified “Cowboy Tuff” and be
welcomed back to a Texas-sized breakfast featuring live country/rock music. There will be a
costume contest for those who are cowboys/cowgirls at heart.
Fun is expected, dirt is inevitable, and costumes are encouraged. We can’t wait to see you at the
ranch! Walkers are welcome too!
Register on the Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center (www.cheffcenter.org) by clicking on
Events/Fundraisers on the home page.
2013 Cowboy Trail Run Schedule
Sunday, June 2, 2013
•8AM: Packet pickup begins
•9AM: Cowboy Trail Run/Walk
•10AM: Kids' Fun Run (12 & Under)
•9:30AM to Noon: After party breakfast bash
Courses
Cowboy Trail Run (5K): Beautiful scenic run (approximately 3.1 miles) through woods and
pastures. Rugged horse trails including rolling hills and optional natural obstacles.
Kids' Fun Run ( for 12 & Under): Between 1/2 and 1 mile of gentle rolling pastures.
Cost
Cowboy Trail Run (5K): $35
Mile Fun Run (12 and under run): $15 (includes free cotton t-shirt)
Event T-shirts: Brooks Podium Tech shirts are available for an additional $10; you must
register by May 25 to be guaranteed your shirt size.
Running in Spirit: $25 (If you can't attend but want to support the causes and get a shirt
mailed to you.)
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Xtreme New Brand of Obstacle Racing Launches Clear of Mud –
Coming to Battle Creek August 24, 2013
Established Race Director Sommer Sports Creates Outrageous Challenges
Sommer Sports, a triathlon and running race company just outside of Orlando, FL, is launching the
http://www.xtremeobstaclechallenge.com/Home.aspxXtreme Obstacle Challenge, an urban obstacle
challenge with more than 25 obstacles including some super fun, larger than life creations
They are bringing the event to Battle Creek August 24th and are also looking for obstacle race lovers
who would be interested in a paid, part-time position as brand ambassadors for the race.
An informal open house is being held at When/Where: Wednesday, May 29, 2013, 5:30-7:30pm at
the meeting room Hampton Inn Marshall at 17256 Sam Hill Drive, Marshall, MI 49068 (phone 269789-0131).
CLERMONT, Fla. (May 22, 2013) – Sommer Sports revolutionizes the obstacle industry with the
Xtreme Obstacle Challenge, an urban race designed to challenge competitors with tough but fun
obstacles. Xtreme urges racers to wipe off the mud and take on their more than 25 high-energy
obstacles with featured larger than life challenges throughout course. The inaugural event takes place
Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Sun 'n Fun in Lakeland, FL, with events in Michigan and Alabama
announced for later this year.
“We’re most excited about our iconic Dizzy Lizzy challenge,” chuckled Fred Sommer, founder and
president of Sommer Sports. “If racers make it to end of what may be the world’s longest treadmill,
they face Dizzy Lizzy's large, quickly rotating, slanted spiral turntable. The race will no doubt be won
or lost on this challenge, and it's guaranteed to produce some laughs.”
Other crazy obstacles include Cubic Conundrum, Matrix, Barrel Roll, and more that lead to a
dynamic, elevated fight to the finish line.
The course is designed to test physical and mental toughness that can’t be conquered with strength
alone. To add to the entertainment, Xtreme always welcomes spectators free of charge.
Competitive waves are eligible to win the $2,500 purse and age group awards. Participants are
encouraged to tackle the challenge in teams and race in costume for the chance to win prizes.
In addition to Xtreme race support, all participants receive an event T-shirt, chip timing and an
Xtreme finisher’s medal. The race touts a memorable post-race party with plenty of food and drink
coupons, live entertainment and a healthy exchange of bragging rights.
Founded in 1984, Sommer Sports is involved in more than 40 participatory athletic events annually
in Clermont and beyond. More information about the Xtreme Obstacle Challenge can be found at
XtremeObstacleChallenge.com.
For more information, or to schedule an Xtreme interview, contact Ashley Stephens at 352-394-1320
or Ashley@SommerSports.com.
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Good Form Running
Good Form Running is an opportunity to decrease the likelihood of running related injuries. Four
simple steps can keep you on the road, helping you run longer, faster and more comfortable. This
FREE weekly clinic presented by Gazelle Sports is a great tool for runners of all abilities. Have you
checked in with your form today? Sign up at www.GazelleSports.com/goodformrunning.php
Training Programs and Group Runs
The Kalamazoo Area Runners Group Run and Training Program
Page Now Has a New Look!
Connect with other runners through local group runs and training programs! The Kalamazoo Area
Runners Group Run and Training Program List has a new look and enhanced versatility thanks to
KAR website guru Phil Goodwin!!! This comprehensive listing features KAR organized as well as
other community training programs and group runs in the greater Kalamazoo/Portage/Battle Creek
area. For more information, contact the individual(s) indicated on each run/program. Updates or
corrections may be sent to Phil Goodwin at phil.goodwin@kalamazooarearunners.org. Check it out
at http://kalamazooarearunners.org/events-and-programs/training/group-runs/
Portage YMCA is the meeting location for KAR group runs Wednesday and Thursday evenings, as well as the occasional
meeting spot for The Beyond (pictured here), and Safari training programs.
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Kalamazoo Area Runners hosts seven organized group runs throughout Greater Kalamazoo, Portage
and Battle Creek, with Gazelle Sports offering an additional two. These runs are all free of charge.
Runners interested in attending KAR group runs should email the designated contact(s) to request to
be added to the distribution. The provision of hydration, distances and meeting locations sometimes
vary and more detailed information is provided via the individual distributions.
Kalamazoo/Portage
Wednesday Night Runs at Borgess Health and Fitness Center
Wednesday evenings at 6:00pm at Borgess Health and Fitness Center for runs of various distances.
Contact Steve Rice at steve.rice@kalamazooarearunners.org for more information and to be added
to the distribution. All paces are welcome. Bring your own hydration unless otherwise specified
Wednesday Night Runs at Portage YMCA
Wednesday evenings at 6:00 pm at the Portage YMCA for runs of a variety of distances. Please park
and meet by the A-frame building. Contact Teresa Redmond at
Teresa.redmond@kalamazooarearunners.org or Scott Everett at
scott.everett@kalamazooarearunners.org to be added to the email distribution and/or for more
information. Locations sometimes vary. Hydration is dropped and all paces are welcome.
Wednesday Night Runs – Maple Street Magnet School
Wednesday evenings at 6:00 pm from the Maple Street Magnet School for a variety of distances. We
park in the lot that is located furthest west and at the base of Maple Street hill. One water stop is
provided on the route. Contact Laura Ferrara at laura.ferrara@kalamazooarearunners.org for
more information and to be added to the distribution. All paces are welcome.
Thursday Night Runs - Portage YMCA
Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm at the Portage YMCA for a variety of distances. Please park and meet
by the A-frame building. Contact Brandon VanDusen at
Brandon.vandusen@kalamazooarearunners.org or Teri Olbrot at
teri.olbrot@kalamazooarearunners.org to be added to the email distribution and/or for more
information. Locations sometimes vary. Please bring your own hydration unless otherwise stated in
the distribution. All paces are welcome.
The Urban Herd
FREE runs on Wednesday nights, 6 pm at Gazelle Sports. 2-8 mile fun runs; you choose your
distance. No need to register—just come when you can and join anytime. For more information,
contact Tim Martin at tmartin@gazellesports.com
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The Dirty Herd
FREE trail runs on Sunday afternoons at 4:00pm at Al Sabo Preserve. 2-8mile fun runs; you choose
your distance. No need to register—just come when you can and join anytime. For more information,
contact Tim Martin at tmartin@gazellesports.com
Battle Creek
Battle Creek Sunday Runs – Variety of Locations
The Sunday group runs are currently in transition; we are recruiting new directors and are
conducting a survey. More information will be forthcoming.
Tuesday Morning Runs from Battle Creek YMCA
Tuesday morning runs from Battle Creek YMCA at 9:00 am. Please bring your own hydration. All
paces welcome; distances vary. Contact Renee Mercer at anreelca@gmail.com for more
information and to be added to the email distribution. Runs meet weekly.
Thursday Nights at Riverside Elementary School/Various locations
***Change in Location*** Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. leaving from Riverside Elementary School,
650 Riverside Drive Battle Creek, MI 49015. Bring your own hydration. This run is geared towards
beginners (as always, all paces are welcome). For more information contact Stephanie Demarest at
stephanie.demarest@kalamazooarearunners.org.
Kalamazoo Fast Track 5k & 10k Training Program Orientation
June 25, 2013 from 6:30 – 7:30 at Kalamazoo Gazelle Sports
New for 2013!!! Kalamazoo Area Runners is pleased to announce we are adding a 10k training
program to Kalamazoo Fast Track, including a 5k to 10k transitional level. The Fast Track 5k and
10K training programs each offer three levels of track workouts designed to meet your goals whether
beginner or experienced runner. Led by experienced KAR coaches, the program targets the Peacock
Strut 5k & 10k scheduled for September 14, 2013 and includes training schedules, individual
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guidance, clinics and structured Tuesday track workouts. Sessions are conducted 6:30 pm Tuesday
nights at WMU Kanley Track and run 10 weeks from July 9, 2013 to September 10, 2013.
Program Orientation and an Apparel Clinic will be held Tuesday, June 25, 2013
from 6:30 – 7:30pm at the Downtown Kalamazoo Gazelle Sports.
Online registration for Fast Track 5k & 10k Training is now OPEN at
www.karfasttrack.wordpress.com.
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Fast Track I (Beginner Walk to Run) – Fast Track to running – Geared towards transitioning
the new runner from walking to running and their first 5k.
Fast Track II (5k Introduction to Speedwork) – Fast track to speed work. Geared towards
transitioning a runner who has some 5k running experience, but is new to track workouts
and is looking for a lower mileage program (under 20 miles/week).
Fast Track III (5k Competitive Speedwork) – Fast Track to maximum performance - Geared
towards competitive runners with 5k racing and track workout experience who are seeking
optimal performance and/or a higher mileage program (20 + miles week).
Fast Track IV (5k to 10k Step Up Program) – Fast Track 5k to 10k transition is our own
custom designed program incorporating light fartlek (speed-play) and a gradual mileage
build-up. Geared towards runners who have mastered the 5k distance, and are ready to go
the next level and run their first 10k. (under 20 miles/week)
Fast Track V (10k Introduction to Speedwork) Fast track to speed work. Geared towards
transitioning a runner who has some 5k running experience but is new to track workouts
and/or seeking a lower mileage program. Similar to 5k Level II but with mileage geared
towards the 10k distance (20 – 30 miles/week)
Fast Track VI (10k Competitive Speedwork) Fast Track to maximum performance. Geared
toward competitive runners with 10k racing and track workout experience who are seeking
optimal performance and/or seeking a higher mileage program. Similar to 5k Level III but
with mileage geared towards the 10k distance (more than 30 miles/week).
Program is $25 to Members of the KAR. Participants may join (new members) or renew (existing
members) their KAR membership upon registration. Current members receive a $5 discount upon
renewing their membership and entering the 4-digit KAR discount code.
Please contact Bonnie Sexton at Bonnie.sexton@kalamazooarearunners.org or visit
www.karfasttrack.wordpress.com for more information.
Summer Safari Marathon and Half Marathon Training Program
Orientation June 13, 2013 at 6:00pm at Bronson Gilmore Center
Auditorium
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Registration is now open for the 2013 Summer Safari Marathon and Half Marathon Training
Program at http://gazellesafari.wordpress.com/. Orientation will be held Thursday, June 13 at 6:00
pm at the Bronson Gilmore Center Auditorium. The program consists of 18 weeks starting on June
22nd and ending on October 12th targeting Grand Rapids marathon and half marathon. Training
schedules are designed in three levels to meet your goals and objectives.
Summer Safari offers many benefits to participants including: a year membership with KAR,
supported Saturday long runs with post-run food, Tuesday track workouts, experienced team leaders
for pace groups of 30-second increments, educational clinics, 10% discount to Gazelle Sports for the
duration of the program, a tech shirt, presence of athletic trainers or physical therapists at the
majority of runs, and much more! The Summer Safari program is perfect for beginners as well as
runners looking to set a personal best.
Check us out before joining the program by participating in the “Pre-Safari” runs on Saturday, June
1st at 7:00 am and Saturday, June 8th at 7:00 am at Gazelle Sports. Come run with us and learn more
about the program.
For more information or to register go to http://gazellesafari.wordpress.com/, stop by Gazelle Sports,
or contact Carrie Drake at Cdrake@GazelleSports.com.
Club Member Corner
New Member Welcome
New members who joined during the month of May will be recognized in the June edition of The
Rundown – stay tuned!
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Just Another Runner’s Story
Stay tuned for our next “Featured Member” story in the June edition of The
Rundown!
Everyone has a story. Stay tuned next month for another runner’s story. As a writer and a writing
teacher my philosophy is that everyone has a story. If you know of a KAR member whose experiences
would make a good running story please contact me at gale.fischer@kalamazooarearunners.org with a
brief synopsis of their story. Please contact this individual prior to contacting me to make sure that they
are fine with me writing an article about them. Also include the individuals contact information.
Local Race Results
Kalamazoo Marathon & Borgess Run for the Health of It May 5,
2013!
Four hundred fifty-three members of Kalamazoo Area Runners participated in the 34th annual
Borgess Run for the Health of It, with 87 in the Marathon, 276 in the half marathon and 90 in the 5k.
Kalamazoo Area Runners extended an open invitation to members to participate on 5k and Half
Marathon teams as part of the Southwest Michigan First Catalyst Community Challenge. Our 5k
team, captained by Andy Hirzel, finished first place in the open team division and our half marathon
team, captained by Scott Taylor, finished 2nd in the open team division. Sincere thanks to both Andy
and Scott for their leadership.
2013 Kalamazoo Marathon 5k Team - Photo by Sharmini Wickremasinghe
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5k Team Results
4212 Andrew Hirzel Kalamazoo MI M 1 1 18:47.13 18:47.13
2 4214 Joe Hulsebus Kalamazoo MI M 2 3 19:18.52 38:05.65
3 4220 Greg Socha Kalamazoo MI M 3 6 22:00.89 1:00:06.54
4 4211 Carol Heinicke Kalamazoo MI F 3 9 24:20.30 1:24:26.84
5 4213 Karen Hook Kalamazoo MI F 3 12 25:11.23 1:49:38.07
6 4216 Cindi MacDonald Kalamazoo MI F 4 16 25:22.34 2:15:00.41
7 4209 Chris Dhulster Kalamazoo MI M 5 21 19:55.59 2:34:56.00
8 4207 Cindy Comer Vicksburg MI F 6 27 28:02.83 3:02:58.83
9 4215 Fred Keister Portage MI M 7 34 26:33.95 3:29:32.78
10 4222 Dylan Wickramasinha Portage MI M 91 349 44:31.15 7:00:39.44
Half Marathon Team Results
1 1051 Matthew Santner Dowling MI M 3 3 1:29:07.79 1:29:07.79
2 1053 Brent Slezak Richland MI M 3 6 1:42:29.08 3:11:36.87
3 1046 Diana Ladio Kalamazoo MI F 4 10 1:34:30.98 4:46:07.85
4 1055 Dan Van Sweden Kalamazoo MI M 5 15 1:29:19.12 6:15:26.97
5 1052 Mary Schinske Paw Paw MI F 14 29 2:02:32.38 8:17:59.35
6 1045 Eric Diller Galesburg MI M 20 49 1:42:48.96 10:00:48.3
7 1048 Natalie Moore Kalamazoo MI F 26 75 1:54:02.04 11:54:50.3
8 1050 Laurie Oleksa Battle Creek MI F 31 106 2:19:23.75 14:14:14.1
9 1054 Scott Taylor Schoolcraft MI M 32 138 2:17:27.38 16:31:41.4
10 1049 Greta Munger Kalamazoo MI F 80 218 2:06:50.47 18:38:31.9
In the 5k, Kalamazoo Area Runners was well represented with 90 participants, many finishing in the
age group award winners circle: Susan Baker (3rd), Thomas Bennett (3rd), Royce
Bland (1st), Kathy Braginton (2nd), Andrew Darrell (1st), Denise Hartsough (2nd),
Carol Heinicke (3rd), Andrew Hirzel (1st), Julie Hoffmann (1st), Karen Hook (1st), Joe
Hulsebus (2nd), Michael Ross (1st), Greg Socha (3rd) and Joel Vanderkooi (1st).
Congratulations to all of our Borgess Run 5k finishers:
5k Results
Susan Baker
Stacy Bartell
Collin Bennett
Thomas Bennett
Caleb Billings
Kerri Billings
Royce Bland
Kathy Braginton
Amy Brennan
Robin Carpenter
Chad Caswell
David Clark
Jamie Clark
Patrick Clark
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0:25:45
0:27:13
0:25:11
0:31:57
0:26:08
0:28:34
0:38:41
0:24:29
0:32:02
0:33:34
0:27:24
0:30:15
0:41:06
0:35:34
3rd
3rd
1st
2nd
Cindy Comer
James Cress
Andrew Darrell
Joan Darrell
Steve Darrell
Chris DHulster
Alison Diller
Sherri Dutton
Taylor Fitzgerald
Wendy Fleckenstein
Gary Foster
Aliza Garcia
Nancy Greer
Christine Hadden
Dayle Hadden
Karen Hadden
Darrell Harden
Denise Hartsough
Carol Heinicke
Ray Hendriksma
Andrew Hirzel
Julie Hoffmann
Karen Hook
Lynnette Huffstutter
Joe Hulsebus
Lana Hulsebus
Cindy Jackson
Shari Johns
Amy Kartch
Fred Keister
Michael Kloosterman
Robert Kloosterman
Steven Kloosterman
Melissa LaFave
Alanna Lindau
Christina Little
Theresa Lockhart
Michael Louden
Carla Lynch
Kimberly Lynn
Stacey Lyon
Cindi MacDonald
Susan Mastenbrook
Shawn Maxwell
Megan McFadden
Melissa Messenger
Katie Nelson
Matthew Norko
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0:28:01
0:27:05
0:18:01
0:30:09
0:25:19
0:19:55
0:24:06
0:25:44
0:35:14
0:45:09
0:26:33
0:25:18
0:31:28
0:30:03
0:39:09
0:56:04
0:26:07
0:25:27
0:24:19
0:29:11
0:18:46
0:28:13
0:25:10
0:37:42
0:19:17
0:27:40
0:40:14
0:34:30
0:29:26
0:26:31
0:37:06
0:29:08
0:42:51
0:38:43
0:37:49
0:40:04
0:31:31
0:20:33
0:35:37
0:42:36
0:27:32
0:25:20
0:37:55
0:26:22
0:35:59
0:35:15
0:31:34
0:37:24
1st
2nd
3rd
1st
1st
3rd
2nd
Kaycie Ohmart
Brian O’Neill
Eric Payerle
Ryan Payerle
Jessica Perez
Michael Ross
Rozlyn Ross
Abigail Schanzenbaker
Lori Schanzenbaker
Lydia Schanzenbaker
Deb Schauer
Heather Siegwart
Frank Silva
Suzanne Sippel
Greg Socha
Lisbeth Steinberg
Christine Strayer
Christina Thomas
Mike Tuinier
Joel VanderKooi
Mel Wickremasinghe
Melissa Wierenga
Sarah Willey
Raymond Wright
Colleen Wyman
Debbi Young
Gina Zagaroli
0:40:17
0:22:29
0:24:30
0:23:55
0:26:56
0:27:12
0:49:10
0:29:09
0:35:38
0:29:09
0:44:11
0:32:11
0:26:07
0:26:21
0:21:59
0:31:44
0:29:04
0:33:55
0:36:55
0:19:18
0:36:37
0:31:08
0:29:45
0:26:35
0:30:54
0:32:09
0:37:51
1st
3rd
3rd
Kalamazoo Area Runners had 276 finishers in the half marathon, and among those finishing in the
extremely competitive event were the overall women’s champion, Hannah Norton, and many age
group winners. Hannah ran an extremely fast 1:24:15 to emerge as the top female finisher.
Finishing in the age group winner’s circle were: Francine Bangs (1st), Carl Fried (3rd), Terry
Hutchins (1st), Megan James (1st), Addie Maston (3rd), Kathy Neal (1st), Emily Pearson
(2nd), Matthew Santner (3rd), Andrew Simmons (2nd), Karen Spaude (1st), Kevin Steely
(1st), Mike Waterman (3rd), Zachery Wegner (1st) and Peggy Zeeb (1st). Congratulations
to all our half marathon finishers:
Half Marathon Results
Steve Abbott
Scott Adrian
Joan Ambrose
Daniel Austin
Jeff Baas
Matthew Babbitt
Francine Bangs
Richard Barber
Angela Batten
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1:45:19
2:23:36
2:09:00
2:00:59
2:30:05
1:25:15
2:11:37
3:33:10
2:29:10
1st
Wendy Bauer
Nicole Baxter
Jeff Becker
Brett Beier
Jalayne Bennett
Marie Billen
Megan Bland
Justin Bohnett
Andy Boris
Josie Boucher
Angela Boynton
Julie Bradfield
Tania Brammer
Leon Brantman
Annie Buchanan
Jana Buckhannon
Justin Bunch
Andrea Burke
Andrea Burlingham
Paul Bushnell
Luanne Cali
Amy Callahan
Jacque Carlson
Sreenivasa Chandana
Rick Chaney
Kami Chase
Robert Chase
Karen Cheng
Karen Christensen
Amy Clark
Becky Clark
David Clark
Danielle Cobble
Brandy Cole
Christie Cook
Jennifer Courtney
Tracy Cropsey
Anne Damaska
Karen Darby
Cristi DeDoes
Larry DeFouw
Sheryl DeFouw
Valerie DeKam
Tony deleonabreu
Stephanie Demarest
Bruce Dewey
Eric Diller
Stephanie Diller
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2:40:28
2:31:52
2:01:06
2:30:05
2:16:56
1:46:51
2:07:06
1:52:41
1:36:24
2:37:30
2:08:09
2:29:58
3:12:08
2:43:01
2:28:33
2:48:05
1:30:19
2:02:07
2:11:48
1:43:50
3:30:53
2:49:01
2:00:19
3:14:29
1:52:29
2:18:38
2:22:35
1:44:14
3:06:46
1:47:01
3:14:07
2:20:57
2:19:44
2:19:08
1:39:57
2:19:39
2:07:26
1:56:20
2:05:35
1:55:05
2:26:07
2:26:08
2:24:37
1:58:10
3:13:25
2:09:16
1:42:47
2:28:16
John Donaldson
Helen Duffy
Sally Dull
Tonya Durlach
Amy Eastman
Angela Elhammer
Christina Ellis
Tonda Ely
Sarah Engelmann
Scott Everett
Jessica Farnquist
Carie Faul
Marty Feilen
Gil Fernandez
Peter Fernando
John Fiore
Kristin Fiore
Christine Fish
Travis Followell
Joni Ford
Erin Frey
Carl Fried
Steven Fryling
Teresa Fulcomer
Margarita Garcia
Raul Garcia
Nikki Gates
Daniel Gavlas
Bill Gephart
Michelle Germinder
Lisa Gernand
Judah Gesmundo
Nora Gibes
Shari Glaser
Jen Graber
Mary Guthrie
Kristin Hanson
Nathalie Hanson
Ruth Harper
Stephanie Harshman
Lynn Hauptli
Jayme Heimonen
Nicole Hess
Emily Hildebrand
Joe Hillman
Ferdi Hintze
Colleen Hoerman
Kristal Hoffman
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2:10:21
2:02:04
2:58:57
2:29:10
2:38:14
2:11:31
2:06:11
3:30:15
2:31:03
1:57:02
2:25:27
2:34:53
2:27:29
1:41:36
2:23:13
1:53:32
1:53:51
2:24:00
1:51:12
2:47:23
2:07:27
1:27:50
2:15:29
2:01:19
2:58:32
1:39:34
2:29:10
1:37:50
1:49:46
2:17:27
2:07:39
2:59:11
2:37:36
2:05:37
2:34:26
2:39:50
2:48:50
1:47:30
2:41:36
2:44:03
2:17:52
2:09:05
1:51:27
2:27:36
1:57:18
1:57:30
1:58:59
2:44:33
3rd
Tim Holden
Brad Hollister
Nicole Honsberger
Necole Hopkins
Jamie Horton
Linda Howard
Christine Huff
Terry Hutchins
Valerie Hyndman
Saundra Ivy
Nancy Jager
Megan James
Lisa Jasiak
Arya Jayatilaka
John Johnson
Rachel Johnson
Greg Johnston
Brian Julian
Chris Kahila
Susan Kallewaard
Kevin Kane
Amy Kavanaugh
Maria Kavanaugh
Colleen Killen
Rachel Konieczka
Asmita Kulkarni
Shari LaBrenz
Molly Lacy
Diana Ladio
Mae LaFave
Laura Lam
Dan Launt
Mike Lawrence
Mark Lay
Bill Lewis
Melissa Lewis
Rob Lillie
Todd Lipovsky
Darren Lockwood
Kathy Lyall
Tim Lynch
Dean MacVicar
Gayle Majeske
John Marshall
Nichol Martensen
Addie Maston
Frank Maston
Michele McCarthy
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2:12:54
2:23:39
1:57:09
3:42:56
2:39:20
2:00:57
1:57:04
1:42:13
2:34:07
2:53:07
2:19:02
1:31:18
2:12:19
1:59:22
2:33:44
2:02:13
1:56:16
2:08:48
1:40:36
2:34:10
1:37:29
2:02:18
1:44:14
2:44:58
2:27:56
2:44:29
2:26:43
2:22:31
1:34:30
2:05:50
1:48:38
1:44:30
2:25:03
2:31:52
2:09:21
2:31:03
1:49:04
1:53:44
1:31:41
2:55:36
1:58:53
1:53:33
2:08:30
2:12:46
3:51:41
2:46:16
2:46:31
2:56:44
1st
1st
3rd
Kristin Mckinney
Renee Mercer
Patricia Metzger-Roberts
Brian Meyers
Karen Middaugh
Randy Middaugh
Hillary Moczerad
Laura Molter
Natalie Moore
Catalina Moreno
Margaret Munger
Kathy Neal
David Neely
Lesa Newby
Andrea Nixon
Tom Noall
Hannah Norton
Karen Nusbaum
Christina Oberheim
Tatum Odell
Jennifer Odza
Ken Odza
Teri Olbrot
Laurie Oleksa
Amy Onderlinde
Cheryl O’Neill
Michael O’Neill
Cindy Owen
Donna Payerle
Emily Pearson
Emily Pearson
Patty Perkins
Amanda Petry
Lisa Piper-English
Lisa Pitman
Missy Pluta
Kristy Prahin
Kenzi Pridgeon
Jeff Puetz
Jeremiah Puetz
Jim Raseman
Kristin Ray
Steve Rice
Patsy Richardson
Tom Robbert
Dave Roberts
Terry Roberts
Marie Rogers
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2:33:26
2:19:45
2:26:12
2:14:40
3:02:02
2:00:46
2:23:44
2:33:29
1:54:01
1:58:56
2:06:49
2:16:21
1:54:36
2:17:04
2:46:02
2:21:05
1:24:15
2:19:44
2:51:14
2:05:27
2:24:23
2:28:54
2:17:07
2:19:22
2:37:14
1:59:09
2:21:16
1:54:46
2:08:16
2:18:15
1:38:15
2:12:10
3:54:12
2:11:07
2:40:25
3:22:20
1:57:21
2:23:03
3:11:15
2:22:48
1:44:18
2:23:41
1:59:41
3:25:28
2:06:06
1:49:20
2:13:35
2:28:53
1st
Overall Female Winner!
2nd
Mark Rose
Michael Ross
Micki Rossio
Kathryn Rozich
Laura Rusk
Corrine Sallaz
Laura Sandahl
Matthew Santner
Alison Satkoski
Sarah Schieber
Mary Schinske
Becky Schmitt
Kyle See
Amy Shaffer
Jennifer Shanley
Dale Shugars
Mary Anne Simmering
Andrew Simmons
Laurie Simmons
Ashley Slack
Dawn Smith
Dan Smittendorf
Kim Solvik
Susan Sonday
Piper Spaedt
Karen Spaude
Tracie Stapert
Kristin Statler
Bailey Steely
Denise Steely
Kara Steely
Kevin Steely
Janet Stensland
Latasha Stinnette
Nancy Strong
Nancy Sundberg
Alan Sylvester
Lisa Talley
Stacey Talley
Kristen Thompson
Dale Turton
Brett Vanderwater
Brandon VanDusen
Sarah VanStelle
Sarah Varricchio
Andrew Vidor
Christine Vlietstra
Annie Waterman
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2:14:29
2:31:38
2:51:01
3:04:30
2:14:52
2:29:09
2:23:12
1:29:07
2:43:48
2:38:06
2:02:31
2:09:06
2:23:05
2:23:09
2:31:16
2:23:28
1:56:25
1:17:42
2:57:49
2:28:21
2:12:45
2:05:08
2:44:04
2:18:02
2:22:38
2:02:24
2:57:49
1:49:46
2:20:38
2:20:39
1:58:55
1:39:55
2:35:23
3:26:08
2:12:18
2:12:00
1:50:52
2:28:51
2:41:21
1:59:50
1:43:21
2:38:44
1:58:19
1:47:43
2:18:17
2:13:42
2:17:54
2:19:54
3rd
2nd
1st
1st
Mike Waterman
Danielle Webber
Zachery Wegner
Amanda Wehner
Andrea Weiss
Danielle Wendell
Daren Wendell
Tim Wendt
Sharmini Wickremasinghe
Scott Wielenga
Diane Williams
Rob Williams
Myra Willis
Jillian Wills
Andrea Wilson
Jody Wilson
Kathy Wilson
Tracy Wilson
Derek Wissner
Kelli Witters
Elizabeth Wright
Brent Yager
Janie Yates
Sarah Yetter
Lorenzo Zaffiri
Peggy Zeeb
Molly Zelichowski
1:28:33
2:45:28
1:22:18
2:01:04
2:27:58
2:16:29
2:16:30
1:48:13
2:45:33
1:39:30
2:11:14
2:07:05
2:20:42
2:03:47
2:59:16
2:10:30
2:12:08
2:05:32
1:33:11
1:59:35
2:08:42
1:57:14
2:01:22
1:49:46
1:53:16
1:38:43
3:18:32
3rd
1st
1st
2013 Kalamazoo Marathon - Photo by Aaron Stanley
Eighty-seven members of Kalamazoo Area Runners participated in the Kalamazoo Marathon, and KAR
also served as organizers of the Half and Full Marathon Pace Teams, thanks to Pace Team Director, Bob
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Smola. KAR member Michelle Grevenstuk emerged as overall female marathon champion, breaking
3:00 hours for the first time with a 2:59:27. Finishing in the age group award winners circle were
Zachary Baker (3rd), John Brady (3rd), Nicole Clement (1st) (Nicole was last year’s champion
and served as 3:30 pacer this year), Gale Fischer (3 rd) (also a pacer for the 3:30 group),
Gordon Hare (3rd), Chelsey Jones (2nd), Ed Kinney (1st). Pam McBride (1st), Bob Sievert
(3rd), Mark Sigfrids (2nd) (pacer), Brenda Stoddard (3rd) and Sherri Taylor (1st).
Marathon
Marcel Alkemade
Zachary Baker
Kate Binder
Shannon Birkhold
Emily Boucher
John Brady
Kenneth Brooks
Eric Burnson
Peter Burrill
Bob Byers
Simon Caron
Jeff Cavanaugh
Lisa Cavanaugh
Rachel Chandler
Eileen Chiang
Chris Chopp
Nicole Clement
Fred Colbert
Rebecca Coy
Daniel Damaska
Aaron Decker
Jayson Doren
Denise Downer
Julie Eilenberg
Kevin Ferrara
Gale Fischer
Sarah Foster
LeAnne Fried
Ryan Geers
Angela Goodrich
George Granger
Gordon Greenland
Michelle Grevenstuk
Robert Guise
Gordon Hare
Ian Heinicke
Don Hennessy
Kelly Hinga
Chelsey Jones
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4:21:06
3:00:03
4:47:02
4:37:16
4:30:40
3:41:58
3:14:36
4:45:32
4:14:36
4:09:01
3:28:15
4:00:00
4:29:59
5:24:01
5:30:48
3:58:49
3:28:45
3:58:43
5:22:43
3:17:07
5:00:50
3:36:38
4:49:49
5:00:25
4:05:58
3:30:42
5:05:10
4:10:29
3:03:46
3:49:26
4:29:00
3:38:38
2:59:27
4:38:29
6:16:40
4:44:29
5:08:25
4:49:18
3:09:20
3rd
3rd
1st
3rd
Overall Female Winner!
3rd
2nd
Mark Kanouse
Ed Kenny
Bobby Klinesteker
Shelley Klotz
Robert Levy
Lisa Luebke
Jason Marchal
Katie Marchal
Pam McBride
Tim Meeker
Lorena Moras Trainor
Don Morris
Derick Myers
Michael Nasuta
Derek Noid
Don Payerle
Alayna Pelfresne
Joel Pennington
Scott Perkins
Ryan Philip
Robert Poznanski
Jim Praeger
Steve Regner
Kristen Rollins
Lisa Schreiner
Brett Selleck
Bonnie Sexton
Jianhua Siegel
Bob Sievert
Mark Sigfrids
Mark Sikkila
Brett Simmering
Jennifer Smith
Bob Smola
William Snell
Jody Stanley
Brenda Stoddard
Wayne Stoffer
Sherri Taylor
Jim Teeter
Carla Thomas
Laura Vander Beek
Scott VanLoo
Jason Wilhelmi
Zachary Wilson
Matt Wittenberg
Todd Wright
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4:39:44
3:05:41
4:43:25
5:30:35
4:50:54
5:57:35
4:03:30
5:31:23
3:54:48
4:23:44
4:31:18
4:27:41
3:53:08
3:14:36
3:40:04
3:56:42
4:20:55
5:01:26
3:45:14
4:14:34
3:58:41
3:41:42
3:57:54
5:07:47
4:08:45
3:54:59
4:27:42
3:50:15
3:48:02
3:45:45
3:54:12
5:20:21
5:15:35
4:58:37
4:43:34
5:31:23
3:51:42
3:43:52
4:15:24
5:04:59
4:44:58
5:09:40
4:14:35
4:23:43
4:21:01
3:53:00
5:29:27
1st
1st
3rd
2nd
3rd
1st
Vicksburg Hearty Hustle 5k May 11, 2013
Thirty
members Hearty
of the Kalamazoo
Area5k
Runners participated in the 26th annual Vicksburg Hearty
Vicksburg
Hustle
Hustle on May 11, 2013, and Tracy Argo emerged as the female overall champion with a time of
20:52.
Finishing of
in Kalamazoo
the age group winners circle were: Andrew Darrell (2nd), Chris
Thirty members
D’Hulster (3rd), Sherri Dutton (2nd), Sarah Hamric (2nd), Carol Heinicke (1st), Christine
st) and Joe Hulsebus (3rd). Congratulations to all our Vicksburg
Huff
Hearty Hustle
finishers:
0:20: Female
OVERALL
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Tracy Argo
Cindy Comer
Andrew Darrell
Chris DHulster
Sherri Dutton
Randy Fielder
Aliza Garcia
Celia Geark
Sarah Hamric
Carol Heinicke
Christine Huff
Joe Hulsebus
Lana Hulsebus
Susan Kallewaard
Fred Keister
Asmita Kulkarni
Avril Leach
Bill Lewis
Matt Longjohn
Till Longjohn
Frank Maston
Shawn Maxwell
Karen Middaugh
Randy Middaugh
Teresa Redmond
Michael Ross
Latasha Stinnette
Brandon VanDusen
Zachary Wilson
Chuck Zahnow
0:20:52
0:28:42
0:19:49
0:19:52
0:25:19
0:27:59
0:25:11
0:31:17
0:25:04
0:24:08
0:24:39
0:19:45
0:27:41
0:30:01
0:26:56
0:32:22
0:31:54
0:25:02
0:23:34
0:21:25
0:35:06
0:24:59
0:34:04
0:23:24
0:30:06
0:27:06
0:42:10
0:20:17
0:21:50
0:23:49
WINNER
Female OVERALL WINNER
2nd
3rd
2nd
2nd
1st
1st
3rd
Oaklawn Hospitality Classic 5k and 10k May 18, 2013
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2013 Oaklawn Hospitality Classic 5k - Photo by Bonnie Sexton
With 35 10k finishers and 24 5k finishers, Kalamazoo Area Runners was well represented at the
Oaklawn Hospitality Classic, which offered the opportunity to earn Club Championship Series points
for participating in both the 10k and the 5k.
In the 5k, finishing in the age group award winners’ circle were: Matthew Babbitt (1st),
Carole Bolthouse (1st), Paula Coakes (2nd), Sarah Hamric (2nd), Arya Jayatilaka (2nd),
Kenzi Pridgeon (3rd), Leslie Scheffers (1st), Mark Sigfrids (1st), Tim Sochor (3rd) and
Nancy Yager (3rd).
In the 10k, Hannah Norton won overall female with a fast 38:38. Finishing in the age group
winners’ circle were Francine Bangs (1st), Justin Bunch (1st), Jessica Coakes (3rd), Fred
Colbert (3rd), Teresa Fulcomer (2nd), Arya Jayatilaka (1st), Laurie Oleska (3rd), Leslie
Scheffers (1st), Bonnie Sexton (3rd), Mark Sigfrids (1st), Tim Sochor (2nd) and Nancy
Yager (2nd). Congratulations to all our 10k and 5k finishers.
5k
Matthew Babbitt
Carole Bolthouse
Joe Cekola
Jessica Coakes
Paula Coakes
Aaron Decker
John Donaldson
Kevin Ferrara
Laura Ferrara
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0:18:02
0:23:17
0:30:08
0:32:50
0:26:13
0:21:10
0:30:08
0:32:49
0:32:49
1st
1st
2nd
Sarah Hamric
Darrell Harden
Gordon Hare
Brad Hollister
Arya Jayatilaka
Bill Lewis
Frank Maston
Kenzi Pridgeon
Abigail Schanzenbaker
Lydia Schanzenbaker
Leslie Scheffers
Mark Sigfrids
Tim Sochor
Jody Wilson
Nancy Yager
0:25:14
0:31:49
0:34:28
0:27:02
0:23:32
0:26:40
0:38:33
0:26:38
0:28:17
0:29:44
0:24:23
0:22:10
0:20:47
0:27:07
0:26:23
10k Finishers
Maggie Austin
Robert Austin
Jeff Baas
Francine Bangs
Justin Bunch
Joe Cekola
Jessica Coakes
Paula Coakes
Fred Colbert
John Donaldson
Kevin Ferrara
Laura Ferrara
Teresa Fulcomer
Michelle Germinder
Kristin Hanson
Darrell Harden
Gordon Hare
Arya Jayatilaka
Bill Lewis
Stacey Lyon
Frank Maston
Laura Molter
Hannah Norton
Laurie Oleksa
Jim Robinson
Corrine Sallaz
Leslie Scheffers
Bonnie Sexton
Rebecca Shehorn
Mark Sigfrids
Tim Sochor
1:00:59
1:00:59
0:50:38
0:59:25
0:40:30
0:57:17
0:57:48
0:51:34
0:48:47
0:59:59
0:47:03
0:57:18
0:53:15
0:58:27
1:05:41
0:58:45
1:07:06
0:46:35
0:52:55
0:59:15
1:14:01
1:04:40
0:38:38
1:00:05
0:46:46
0:58:40
0:45:06
0:48:06
0:56:33
0:45:13
0:43:24
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2nd
2nd
3rd
1st
1st
3rd
3rd
1st
1st
3rd
3rd
2nd
1st
Overall Female Winner!
3rd
1st
3rd
1st
2nd
Christina Thomas
Jody Wilson
Brent Yager
Nancy Yager
1:05:55
0:55:24
0:50:17
0:47:22
2nd
Howard Hill Hustle 5k May 18, 2013
Falling the same day as the Oaklawn Hospitality Classic, another forty-one members of Kalamazoo
Area Runners participated in the Howard Hill Hustle 5k. It comes as no surprise that KAR member
Michael Nasuta finished as overall male winner with a time of 17:04. Finishing in the age group
winner’s circle were Zachary Baker (2nd), Thomas Bennett (1st), Emily Boucher (3rd),
Paul Bushnell (1st), Cindy Comer (1st), Chris D’Hulster (3rd), Sherri Dutton (1st), Celia
Geark (3rd), Carol Heinicke (1st), Ray Hendricksma (3rd), Colleen Hoerman (1st),
Christine Huff (2nd), Chelsey Jones (2nd), Fred Keister (2nd), Ed Kenny (1st), Michael
Louden (1st), Vic Moon (2nd), Kathy Neal (2nd), Ron Pelak (1st), Patty Perkins (3rd), Joel
Vanderkooi (1st) and Brandon Van Dusen (1st). Congratulations to all our Howard Hill Hustle
5k finishers.
Zachary Baker
Collin Bennett
Jalayne Bennett
Thomas Bennett
Royce Bland
Emily Boucher
Paul Bushnell
Dale Capman
Cindy Comer
Chris DHulster
Sherri Dutton
Julie Eilenberg
Celia Geark
Stephanie Harshman
Carol Heinicke
Ray Hendriksma
Colleen Hoerman
Christine Huff
Amber Hutson
Chelsey Jones
Fred Keister
Ed Kenny
Rachel Konieczka
Melissa LaFave
Amanda Losch
Michael Louden
Vic Moon
Michael Nasuta
Kathy Neal
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0:17:54
0:24:30
0:30:58
0:30:59
0:37:27
0:25:15
0:21:47
0:28:13
0:28:07
0:19:48
0:25:00
0:25:57
0:31:13
0:31:35
0:23:48
0:28:42
0:24:04
0:24:27
0:38:09
0:19:23
0:26:29
0:18:14
0:30:50
0:36:44
0:30:33
0:20:20
0:21:43
0:17:04
0:28:53
2nd
1st
3rd
1st
1st
3rd
1st
3rd
1st
3rd
1st
2nd
2nd
2nd
1st
1st
2nd
Overall Male Winner!
2nd
Kaycie Ohmart
Ronald Pelak
Patty Perkins
Teresa Redmond
Janice Rumph
Dale Shugars
Jeff Smith
Joel VanderKooi
Brandon VanDusen
Andrea Weiss
Megan Weller
Todd Wright
0:39:57
0:19:28
0:27:13
0:28:24
0:39:28
0:28:49
0:25:26
0:19:12
0:20:05
0:28:43
0:31:21
0:27:47
1st
3rd
1st
1st
Race for the Cure 5k May 19, 2013
2013 Race for the Cure
Each year the Kalamazoo Area Runners organizes a fundraising team for the Susan G. Komen
Foundation Race for the Cure 5k and this year was no exception. Kalamazoo Area Runners
exceeded its recruitment goal of 28 runners and raised $340 towards the cause in addition to race
registration fees. Many team members ran in memory or in honor of loved ones who had fought the
fight against breast cancer.
In the timed event (Race for the Cure offers to opportunity to compete in both the timed and
untimed events), Kalamazoo Area Runners made a clean sweep of the overall titles, with Zachary
Baker winning overall male, Diana Ladio winning overall female, Peggy Zeeb winning masters
female, and Joe Hulsebus winning masters male. Finishing in the age group winners circle
were: Jeff Baas (3rd), Emily Boucher (1st), Fred Colbert (2nd), Carole Heinicke (2nd), Ray
Hendriksma (2nd), Fred Keister (3rd), Michael Louden (1st), Lorena Moras Trainor (1st),
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Leslie Scheffers ((1st), Bonnie Sexton (2nd), Brandon Van Dusen (3rd), Scott Van Loo
(1st), Zachary Wilson (3rd) and Eric Zeeb (1st). Congratulations to all our Susan G. Komen
Race for the Cure Finishers:
Jeff Baas
Zachary Baker
Emily Boucher
Karen Christensen
Fred Colbert
Melissa Dipert
Karen Dyszkiewicz
Christine Hadden
Sarah Hamric
Carol Heinicke
Ray Hendriksma
Emily Hildebrand
Joe Hulsebus
Lana Hulsebus
Fred Keister
Angela Keyes
Deborah Kloosterman
Robert Kloosterman
Steven Kloosterman
Rachel Konieczka
Diana Ladio
Cammy Lenning
Till Longjohn
Michael Louden
Stacey Lyon
Addie Maston
Frank Maston
Lorena Moras Trainor
Margaret Munger
Amy Onderlinde
Kenzi Pridgeon
Debra Ritsema-Stafford
Kristen Rollins
Kathryn Rozich
Leslie Scheffers
Bonnie Sexton
Heather Siegwart
Brandon VanDusen
Scott VanLoo
Jillian Wills
Zachary Wilson
Eric Zeeb
Peggy Zeeb
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0:24:51
0:17:18
0:26:02
0:37:51
0:23:00
0:31:56
0:29:22
0:32:45
0:33:44
0:23:40
0:28:52
1:01:21
0:19:09
0:27:31
0:26:25
0:29:47
0:47:39
0:35:15
0:47:38
0:31:00
0:19:32
0:31:45
0:22:06
0:20:07
0:26:58
0:38:00
0:47:28
0:25:14
0:28:47
0:34:28
0:29:08
0:31:06
0:30:40
0:38:07
0:22:04
0:22:52
0:33:55
0:19:23
0:18:52
0:34:59
0:21:42
0:29:55
0:20:48
3rd
Overall Winner
1st
2nd
2nd
2nd
Masters Winner
3rd
Overall Female Winner
1st
1st
1st
2nd
3rd
1st
3rd
1st
Masters Winner
Volunteer Acknowledgements Through May
Volunteering at the KAR and Pacer Tables at the 2013 Kalamazoo Marathon
The Patrick Johnson Memorial Volunteer Recognition Program moved to a self-reporting platform
effective January 1, 2013 and KAR members now input their points into a simple web-based form
through Survey Monkey. Sincere thanks to Leslie Scheffers for assuming responsibility for
managing the data for the 2013 program.
Volunteer points entered through April 2013 have been updated (May volunteer efforts will be
reflected in the June edition of The Rundown). If you volunteered year to date through March 2013
and your points are not included, please enter them at this time. Points for the month of April,
including the members reception run and all those assisting with our group runs have not been
added will be reported in the next edition of the Rundown. Thanks again to all those who have
volunteered to date for Kalamazoo Area Runners Events and Programs. We couldn’t do it without
your efforts.
Click here to view current 2013 Patrick Johnson Memorial Volunteer Program Results
Visit the individual webpages/sites via www.kalamazooarearunners.org to learn more about how you
can volunteer for the above events and programs.
Kalamazoo Area Runners does not endorse any specific political or religious viewpoint of partners,
sponsors, and benefiting or otherwise listed organizations
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