Just a little over 3 weeks left until the 6th Annual Ni-Bthaska-Ke Trail Runs. We are capping the field at 600 and there are fewer than 100 spots left so better get your Giddyup on! We won’t cap the Tough Little Mudders Kids Run though, and at a set entry of $10 for that it will remain twice the deal.
It is with Great Pleasure that I get to announce a new marathon for Nebraska. Our mate Aaron Carrizales has not only been busy training up for Lincoln but has also been assisting with the formation of the Monument Marathon out in Scotts Bluff. The race will be USATF Certified, only the third certified marathon in the state. And with the natural scenic beauty of the area it will be a must do race for many of us. Scheduled for October 13 and also featuring a half marathon, look for a great turnout for the first annual. More information here: http://www.monumentmarathon.com/ Thank you Aaron!
Small club gains another member. At last night’s Omaha Endurance Group workout we all got to witness a little bit of marathon training history. Shawn Kellis completed the vaunted and much feared “McLatchie Ball Buster” workout, joining only a small handful of Nebraskans (James McGown, me and that might be it). Several have accomplished the Half Ball Buster. To remind, the workout goes like this and I’ll include his times:
2 X 1 Mile with :30 recovery between (6:08, 6:08) rest 2:00
2 x 800 with :30 recovery between (2:50, 2:57) rest 2:00
2 x 400 with :30 recovery between (:79, :80) rest 5:00
2 x 1 Mile with :30 recovery between (6:13, 6:15) rest 2:00
2 x 800 with :30 recovery between (2:57, 2:55) rest 2:00
2 x 400 with :30 recovery between (:79, :79)
Shawn was sure after the first set that he was all done. I urged him to take the 5:00 rest and at least give the first mile of the second set a go. And I reminded him that I completed the full workout so had the experience to speak. He took the rest and some water and at the urging of those assembled began the grueling second set. He ultimately concluded the workout to the applause and cheers of those of us amazed at his determination and courage. Shawn is doing the full McLatchie Method as he trains up for his marathon debut. I can’t wait to see him roll in Lincoln!
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