LEAP DAY FUN RUN

According to Wikipedia (so it must be true):

Although most years of the modern calendar have 365 days, a complete revolution around the sun takes approximately 365 days and 6 hours. Every four years, during which an extra 24 hours have accumulated, one extra day is added to keep the count coordinated with the sun's apparent position.

That ends the educational portion of this post.  Now for the fun part.  Join us for our LEAP DAY FUN RUN tomorrow (Wednesday 2/29) at 6:00 p.m.  We will start at the Tap Room in River Ranch, run the RR 5k route, then head back to Tap Room for some adult beverages and great company.  This is open to everyone (assuming you are old enough to go to the Tap Room).  This is a great way to get to visit with old friends and make new ones!!  The only cost to you is determined by your own thirst.

BONUS:  You get to see Aaron, our star employee, doing his best Kermit impersonation (get it - LEAP day!!).

Hope to see you all there!

Edie
GEAUX RUN

This is what everyone will be talking about at work on April 2nd!!

This is what everyone will be talking about at work on April 2nd!!

Join all of your running buddies for a great time!

Run, eat, drink, and hang around after to listen to 

Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express.

That's about as good as it gets, folks!

All those family members who think you 

are crazy for running can buy tickets to the ball 

at the door for $5.

Come out and celebrate with us!!

Representing GR in Cozumel!

Carol Landry and Jennifer Frederick representing Geaux Run in Cozumel!

Thanks ladies!  Hope it was a great trip!!

Big Morning at Geaux Run!

We started the morning with a group run and breakfast for our 10,000 milers 

to celebrate reaching their goal in just 7 weeks!

Thanks to our friends at HUB CITY DINER for helping us out with 

the breakfast and coffee!  

That was followed by a Stretching and Injury Prevention Clinic 

led by Dr. Keith Terro from Abshire Chiropractic.  

Great information for everyone from beginners to advanced runners.

Thanks to Keith for sharing his knowledge!  

Almond Milk - A healthy alternative to dairy

If you are looking for a way to reduce the amount of dairy you intake, almond milk is

a good alternative. Added bonus:  almond milk is both cholesterol and lactose free.

Try it the next time you make your own smoothie at home!

Click the image for more information.

Tell me again why you can't...

Ida Keeling - America's Oldest Sprinter

Pickled Feet 24 Hour Run

Just posting this to give you an idea what other kind of races are out there.  

And because the race name made me laugh.  

Click the image for the race details.

COMING UP AT GEAUX RUN!!

Tonight (2/22) - CRRC GROUP RUN - 6:00 p.m. - Meet at the Fresh Market parking lot in RR.  Distances are 4.5 or 6.2 miles.

Saturday, February 25th - 9:00 a.m. - STRETCHING AND INJURY PREVENTION CLINIC with Dr. Keith Terro from Abshire Chiropractic.  Keith is a sports Chiropractor, who specializes in Active Release Therapy, and has done and incredible job of keeping many of Acadiana's athletes moving.  Wear your running clothes - this will be an interactive clinic.  As always, our clinics are free and open to everyone!

Wednesday, February 29th - 6:00 p.m. - LEAP DAY GROUP RUN!!  It only happens once every 4 years, folks - what better reason do you need to celebrate??  Instead of our usual Bendel route, we will start and finish this one at the Tap Room in River Ranch.  We will probably do the 5k route in RR, then head back for adult beverages and great company! All are welcome, but you have to buy your own drinks :).

Thursday, March 1st - 6:00 p.m. - NUTRITION CLINIC with Rusty Bex of Smoothie Factory.  Rusty really knows his stuff, and can answer all of your nutrition questions from beginner to advanced.  Great information for everyone!!

10,000 mile challenge!

As of this morning, we reached our goal of 10,000 

miles in just 7 weeks!!

Great job to everyone who has participated.

Next goal - 20,000!!

Representing GR in Austin!!

Georgia Rachal and Jonathan Kastner representing Geaux Run in the

Austin marathon!!  Thanks guys!!

MARDI GRAS HOURS

To give our employees (Aaron and myself) time to get 

out of the area before the roads close,

we will be closing the store at 3:00 today, 

and remain closed through Tuesday.

Have a safe and FUN Mardi Gras everyone!! See you on Wednesday!

GEAUX RUN

One of the many reasons we are proud to carry the Brooks line

Not only does Brooks care about its customers and employees, it cares about preserving our environment too.  Great information in this video, delivered with the Brooks sense of humor.  Entertaining and educational - who would have thought?

Inspiring...

Do you know someone who wants to get moving,

 but may need the support and encouragement

of a group of friends? 

Discount for Crescent City Classic ends at midnight tonight!

If you are planning on doing the Crescent City Classic 10k in New Orleans this year, and you want to save a little money, sign up by midnight tonight before the discount expires!

Click the image to go to the registration page and have a GREAT race!!

Brooks Does it Again

Once again I find myself wondering what Brooks sells in their vending machines at HQ.  

Here's a minute or so video to show you what I am talking about.  

Click the image for another in depth review of Soleus GPS watches!

Finally, an affordable and high quality alternative.

It's a GREAT time to be a runner in Acadiana!!

Lots of fun stuff coming up folks!

Tomorrow - Wed., February 15th - GROUP RUN in Bendel Subdivision - 6:15 p.m.  This can be a moderately hilly training run, or a hill workout depending on what kind of mood you are in.  Minimum distance is 1.7 miles (1loop), and goes up from there.  This is a great run for all speeds.  Since it is a loop course, and people start in different directions, you are constantly seeing other runners on the roads out there.

Saturday, February 12th - Al Comeaux  10 Miler - Milton.  This is an Acadiana running tradition.  Beautiful country roads followed by food, drinks and great company.

Wednesday, February 22nd - 6:00 p.m. GROUP RUN - Meeting at the Fresh Market parking lot.  Distances are 4.5 miles or 6.2 miles, but you can shorten this by turning around at any point.

Saturday, February 25th - 9:00 a.m. - at Geaux Run - Stretching and Injury Prevention Clinic with Dr. Keith Terro.  Keith has kept me up and running through 8 ultra marathons now.  He knows what he is talking about - come and see for yourself!  As always, our clinics are free and open to everyone.

Wednesday, February 29th - LEAP DAY GROUP RUN!!  This will be in the evening, in the place of our Bendel run.  Details to follow,  but its going to be a fun one!!

Message me at geauxrun@gmail.com with any questions.

Happy Running!

Edie

Newton Sale!!

Now through Saturday, February 18th, all Newtons in stock are 30% 

off.  Get 'em while they last!!

Coming Soon!! Brooks Cascadia 7

Here's a video highlighting my personal favorite trail shoe, the Brooks Cascadia.  It feels

like a road shoe, but is rugged enough for rocky, technical terrain.

Edie

Wanting to spice up your running??

The Q50 St. Valentine's Full Moon 10k

Saturday, February 11th, 2012

Starting at 8:00 p.m.

Fontainebleau Park, Mandeville, LA

This is a 6.2 mile run at night run along dirt trails.  It is put 

on by our friends at Q50, so you know it is going to be a great race!!

Click the link above to get more information!!

Jordan (the Newton dude) evaluating his own running form

3 minute video narrated by Jordan, critiquing his own running form.  

Make Your Reservations ASAP!!!! 

EMPOWERMENT LUNCH

Friday, February 10^th, 2012

Doors Open – 11:30am           Start Time – 12pm

Keynote Speaker:

Mrs. Myrna Miller

“You and the Cure”

Everything you can do for yourself to help prevent disease

Having a family history of cancer and being diagnosed with breast cancer back in February 2005, Myrna is living proof what nutrition and lifestyle can do for the body!  After chemotherapy, radiation, and a double mastectomy, Myrna's body was very broken down, but an answer to prayers came in the form of a phone call from a doctor who shared something that would change Myrna's health picture and path to wellness.  Myrna is now on a health mission to share what has given her life back, the simplicity of whole food nutrition, and how small changes can make a huge difference for adults AND children of all ages!  Dr. John Rainey, Myrna's oncologist less than 2 wees ago had this to say' "Myrna, as far as I'm concerned, you are cured but also your blood levels are better than we've ever seen!"  Keep in mind years ago Myrna was told that she would never be able to be "fully" in remission.  

Join us Friday for lunch to hear Myrna's amazing story and how you can help others to share the message of wellness and prevention to those you love and care about!

Abacus Restaurant

530 W. Pinhook Rd. Lafayette, LA 70503

TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT RSVP TO:  Travis Broussard 337-654-2393

COMING UP AT GEAUX RUN!!

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12^TH – Newton Clinic with Jordan – 7:00 a.m.  –  Natural running clinic with form drills and exercises.  Open to everyone whether your wear Newtons or not.  Great information for all!!

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25^TH,  – 9:00 a.m. - INJURY PREVENTION/STRETCHING CLINIC with Dr. Keith Terro, Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician.  Keith does a great job covering the most common running injuries, and addressing ways to prevent and treat these issues.  I have personally seen Keith for a few years now, and he has always kept me up and running.  This is a good chance to have all of your specific questions answered – about IT band issues, knee pain, plantar fasciitis, etc.  Free and open to everyone!  Come in your running clothes so you can participate in the stretches and drills.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29^TH – LEAP DAY GROUP RUN/COSTUME CONTEST – Oh yeah, we couldn’t let this one go without planning something!!  This is the date of our normal Wednesday evening Bendel run, but we will be changing the venue a bit (to one that serves adult beverages).  And, I have it from a good source (me) that there will be a certain GR employee (that narrows it down considerably) who has agreed to do the run in costume J.  Details to follow.

THURSDAY, MARCH 1^ST – NUTRITION CLINIC WITH RUSTY BEX  - 6:00 p.m.– Rusty really knows his stuff when it comes to sports nutrition/recovery.  Come armed with any questions you may have.  This is information that every runner can use, whether you have run many marathons, or are getting started with Couch to 5k.  As always, its open to everyone, and there is never a charge.

And, there’s more planned for March!!

FEATURED RACES:

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18^TH – AL COMEAUX 10 MILER – Milton, Louisiana – Come on out and be a part of an Acadiana running tradition!  This will be a great last long run for all of you doing the half marathon in New Orleans!!  (http://www.active.com/running/milton-la/crrc-al-comeaux-10-miler-2-18-12-2012)

SATURDAY, MARCH 31^ST – RUNNER’S BALL 5K – EVANGELINE DOWNS RACETRACK AND CASINO – (http://www.active.com/5k-race/opelousas-la/the-acadiana-runners-ball-w--horace-trahan-and-the-victory-for-veterans-5k-r-2012)

The 1st Annual Acadiana Runners Ball is scheduled for Saturday, March 31st at 5PM at the Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino in Opelousas. In continued tradition of the Victory for Veterans 5K, runners will be greeted at the finish line with a link of boudin; however, this year they will cross that finish line inside the Evangeline Downs Racetrack Casino Convention Center directly in front of the stage where Horace Trahan will be playing his famous zydeco hits.LIVE! Come join the running community of Acadiana as we race and celebrate together. Horace Trahan will take the stage at 5PM when the starting gun is fired, and remain on stage until 8PM. The event welcomes runners and spectators of all ages. Join us for the 2nd annual Victory for Veterans 5K with the new addition of the Acadiana Runners Ball!!! 100% of the proceeds from this year’s event (and every year for that matter) benefit veterans and their families.

Rocky Raccoon 50 and 100 Miler this weekend!

A group of Acadiana's runners are heading to Huntsville, Texas, for the Rocky Raccoon 50 and 100 mile trail run.  If you are interested in tracking any of the local folks, here is the link you will need:

Here are some bib numbers to help you with your search:

Denise Kidder   853

Bobbi Parker   673

Jara Ahrabi   540

Jessica Amy  530

Edie Riedel   370

Fred Arsement   854

Tim Hutchinson  20

Brian Guillory   672

An Acadiana Tradition!

AL COMEAUX 10 MILER 

benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

Come out on Saturday,  February 18th 

and share a beautiful run down country roads in Milton.

This is a no frills race - $10 for current CRRC members, 

and $15 for non CRRC members, with race day registration 

of $15 for all.

The best part is - there is always great food, beer, and fun people 

at the finish line.  This would be a great last long run for 

all of you doing the half marathon in New Orleans!!  

Click HERE for registration info.

Altra Zero Drop Footwear

Here's a quick history on Altra, explaining how they decided to create a line of zero drop footwear.

And a little about the shoes...

We will be carrying a few of these models soon.  We are excited to work with Altra, 

and we know that you guys will be impressed with the shoe. 

I will let you know when they get here!!

Click HERE for Altra's website for more info!