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Irongeezelle™
October 2008
A monthly ezine for smart, savvy women
who live an active, healthy lifestyle!
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Women in the News
You are the news. Send us your news: irongeezelle@msn.com
Autumn
by Emily Dickinson
The morns are meeker than they were, The nuts are getting brown; The berry's cheek is plumper, The rose is out of town. The maple wears a gayer scarf, The field a scarlet gown. Lest I should be old-fashioned, I'll put a trinket on.
The Autumn Leaves
by Johnny Mercer
The falling leaves drift by the window The autumn leaves of red and gold I see your lips, the summer kisses The sun-burned hands I used to hold Since you went away the days grow long And soon Ill hear old winter’s song But I miss you most of all my darling When autumn leaves start to fall
October Road
by James Taylor Well I'm-a going back down maybe one more time
Deep down home, October Road
And I might like to see that little friend of mine
That I left behind once upon a time
Oh, promised land and me still standing
It's a test of time
It's a real good sign
Let the sun run down right behind the hill
I know how to stand there still till the moon rise up
Right behind the pine, oh lord
October road
It's the big-time life that I can't abide
Raise my rent. Tan my hide.
Sweet call of the countryside
Go down slow. Open wide.
I did my time
And it changed my mind
I'm satisfied.
I got so low down, fed up
My god, I could hardly move
Won't you come on, my brother
Get on up and help me find my groove
Keep me walking, October road.
Keep me walking in the sunshine, yeah
A little friend of mine. Happy Autumn! Happy Halloween!
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Late Breaking News From Jerome!
August, 2008 Jerome Hill Climb 4.6 miles Jerome, Arizona
If you need a hill work-out, this is the race for you. It goes up, up, up and away. It is held in "America's Most Vertical City" and "Largest Ghost Town in America" at 5200 feet. I guess one could say that this is a traditional kick-off to the Arizona running season – actually one, that thanks to organizations like the Arizona Road Racer, never stops; they have kept us sweating and panting all summer with the classic Arizona Summer Series.
This event, the infamous Jerome Hill Climb, is the last of the summer, first of the autumn season. Among the 55 female participants: Sally Meyerhoff, Honey Albrecht, Jan Teft, Connie Garrity, Stephanie Buettner of Ironcare, Alison Burnett, Irongirl, Mom Kristi, Baby Snowden and Dad Andrew Builder, and Linda MacPhee. www.arizonaroadracers.com
August, 2008 Santa Barbara Triathlon Sprint
Santa Barbara, California
Congratulations to Suzanne King, 43, of Santa Maria, CA, an actress, who now can add “triathlete,” to her resume, after completing her first triathlon in a time of 1:06:55. Suzanne’s tri mentor, Kelly Flood, Ironwoman, was impressed with her childhood friend’s accomplishment first time out. Tammy Leitner, 36, of Phoenix, the only AZ competitor in the women’s sprint field was top 20. The oldest competitors, Carmel Bloom and Rosanne Puff, 67, were the home town heroes who finished.
www.santabarbaratriathlon.com
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Crystal Cove, California
September 6th, 2008 Tour De Pee Vee
Prescott Valley, Arizona
Stephanie Buettner of IronCare reports: “I would say the Tour De Pee Vee was a nice small race with rolling hills on streets and trails. It was challenging but fun. The course was a wee bit longer than advertised, but then that will just make me stronger for my upcoming Lake Tahoe race. The weather was great. That was a big bonus, of course. So overall, a thumbs up, especially considering the reasonable entry fee as well.”
September 6th, 2008 Anthem Sprint Triathlon
Anthem, Arizona
This night time triathlon, okay, late afternoon triathlon, presented by Tribe Multisport, was the first triathlon to kick-off the triathlon season in Arizona. Starting with a run, finishing with a swim with the bike in between made for an interesting format. Remember there are no rules dictating in which order a triathlon is to be held, only that it contain all three disciplines.
Near a 150 women thought that this would be a great late summer outing. Among them was 1st place finisher of the 50-54 AG, Lynne McGinley with husband Rick also on the podium in the bronze spot. Vicki Gricius continued her tri quest. Sue Iverson, aka Red Hot Mama, recently returned from a whirlwind tour of the Windy City with Bud, her supporter extraordinaire, won her division. www.4peaksracing.com
September 7th 2008 Pacific Coast Triathlon
Crystal Cove State Park, Orange County, CA One of Irongeezelle’s favorite races, this pristine race presented by the Philadelphia Insurance Company, this year failed to attract as many Arizonans as in years’ past. Looking through all the results, male and female, we could spy less than ten Arizonans. Could it be the increasing race fees, combined with gas prices, hotel nights, restaurant meals etc in a less than stellar economy? Keeping racing affordable may be important in the survival of races nationwide – something race management everywhere may want to think about. (just an aside) Gals from Arizona: Melissa Gioia, Claire Bemus, and , my heavens, Mindy Himmel. www.pacificcoasttriathlon.com
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September 13th, 2008 Ironcare Splash and Dash Race 1
Tempe, Arizona
Time to uncurl ourselves from our air-conditioned divans and head outside: Summer is over; it’s time to play, and what better way than to start with a main stay of the multisport scene – splashing 1000 m, dashing 3km. 209 Splashers and Dashers were out of the fall season starting gate. Jane Doe, 10, was the youngest among them; at the other end of the spectrum, Red Hot Mama, Sue Iverson won her division. Mary Covington, 52, a graduate of the SheRox mentor program was number one in her division – Oh, what a little moonlight hiking rim-to-rim in the Grand Canyon can do! In the same division was Debbie Gobins – always ready to rock. In the 45-49 AG, Deanna Richardson took 3rd. Jodi Berke, 41, found herself happily in the middle of her field. Among the 35-39 year olds, there was Kim! Kim! Kim! – that’s Kiefer, Robinson, and Rosenlof. Also in this AG, sister team Rachel Seepie, and last month’s Irongeezelle of the month, Michelle Long. Heidi Pahl was the silver medalist in this group. Amy Lund, 31, and Elisabeth Eiler, 28, were two more that were feeling good in the mid-pack. Christine Thompson, 22, was a happy finisher.
Next Splash and Dash, September 25th: 750 meter swim, 4km run. Note this event is held in the evening. Register: www.4peaksracing.com
September 14th, 2008 Muskoka 70.3 Ironman
Huntsville-Deerhurst, Ontario, Canada The Endurance Empress is utilizing this inaugural race in her home province for a final IM Hawaii tune-up. Her mate, Irongeezer Canada Dave Watts, 69, is racing with Louise McGonigal, 65. Dave is getting tuned up for IM Arizona. Muskoka is one of Canada's premier tourist destinations, featuring spectacular scenery. The race is based at Deerhurst, one of Canada's premier resorts. The 1.2 mile/1.9km swim course consisted of one-loop in the majestic waters of Peninsula Lake. The 56 mile/90km (actually 94k) bike is a scenic and challenging one-loop course that took athletes through Lake of Bays, the District of Muskoka, including the Hamlet of Dwight, Dorset and Bayville. The course ended with an out-and-back 13.1 mile/21.1km run that incorporates the Fairy Vista Trail.
The day proved another success for the Ironcouple – Louise and Dave both won their age group. Louise has already qualified for the 70.3 Championship and will be vying for that title after Hawaii; Dave, her mate, now qualified has a decision to make, to race Clearwater, FL in November, and then race again a few weeks later in IMAZ??? Time will tell.
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September 20th, 2008 Tour des Fleurs 10k
Dallas, Texas
With a theme like this: “Let Nature Nurture You!” could you stay home? Well, neither could Paula Richberg, 40, of Lewisville,Texas who got into running and all that other stuff like triathlon a few years ago: “I started doing triathlons when my friend Joanna Butcher talked me into it. Our husbands Shawn and Chris are best friends, and they have been doing triathlons for about 3 years. While I was perfectly content just watching them, Joanna felt like we could and should “tri” with them…UGH!” Despite Paula’s “ugh,” here she is participating yet again with her husband Shawn, and their friends Joanna and Chris Butcher running to support the Dallas Arboretum this month, after having spent part of the spring and summer “baking” in the heat to prep for Buffalo Springs, which she successfully completed. Finishing Buffalo Springs even led to a French lesson: “Thanks for the shout out, Irongeezelle, and the new phrase I learned “laterne rouge”. Cracks me up! I would rather be the last finisher than the first quitter!” Précisemment! C’est correct, Paula! www.tourdesfleurs.org
September 21st, 2008 Nathan’s Triathlon Tempe Beach Park, Arizona
There was a sprint and an Olympic distance race at this the valley’s favorite triathlon venue. Factoid: The original Tempe Triathlon was conceptualized on the beaches of Kona, Hawaii at the Ironman World Championships in 2005.
Now in its third year, Nathan’s Performance Gear owns the title sponsorship rights to one of the largest Olympic distance races in the country. Since Irongeezelle whiles elsewhere at the moment, you can access the results at www.redrockco.com
September 26th-28th World Duathlon Championships
Rimini, Adriatic Coast, Italy
Relatively speaking, there will be quite a few Arizonans competing: Karin Bivens, who is making her second journey across the big pond, last time to Switzerland and now to Italy. She is rooming with Kathi Hanley from Tucson. Kathy got her roll-down slot at the Desert Classic Duathlon, when Teresa Woodhouse of Tuscon’s SaddleBrooke declined the spot. And another gal, who winters in SaddleBrooke, but lives the rest of the year in Alaska is also doing the duathlon in Rimini. Her name is Arlene Gerety in the W65-69 yr. age group. What are the putting in that water in SaddleBrooke, anyway? Must be the fountain of youth. Joining these ladies will be Nancy Pauw, Ironwoman and Ironbiker, who splits her time between Banff and Cave Creek, AZ. You will be able to read more about this adventure in an upcoming edition of irongeezelle.com.
Extra!
A Dreamy Trip: October 25-November1, 2008 BodyZen Multi Sport Coaching Training Camp - One week Price: $2195.00 includes everything but airfare!
The one-week trip includes: 6 nights at Villa Gaia, Southern Tuscany All meals & wine as indicated in the itinerary. Small groups: 4-15 people. 2 hands-on cooking courses in “La Cucina Povera Toscana” – Tuscan country cooking. Daily guided excursions to the enchanting towns of Arcidosso, Grosseto, Marina di Grosseto, Montalcino, Siena, Santa Fiora, Castiglione della Pecaia. All transportation (to and from Rome). Professional Triathlon Coaching each day. Meditation and Yoga Session designed for the endurance athlete.
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Extra! Extra! Read All About It!
Saturday, October 11th from 9-11 a.m. a FREE Running Performance Clinic will be held at Tribe Multisport, 1800 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 5, Scottsdale. Topics will include: shoes, equipment, running technique, hydration, injury prevention. This will be a great clinic for beginners and experienced runners. Kevin Sherman, DC of Ironcare Sports Therapy will present the clinic. In his practice, Dr. Sherman has helped elite and professional athletes from around the world increase their strength, endurance and performance. There is bound to be something that you can learn at this clinic, too. Be sure to register (480) 390-9730. Space is limited.
A rememberance of Barbara Warren from Karen Bivens:
“Thank you for including the segment on Barbara Warren in the latest issue (September ’08) of Irongeezelle. Although I did not know Barbara well, we did compete in the same age group in a couple of races, Kona and Oceanside. She always beat me and I judged my performance by how badly she beat me! I hoped I could narrow the gap! She was a beautiful person and not just on the outside; I can still picture her smiling and full of energy! Anyone who has been involved in this sport especially some of the bigger races can get understand this feeling of "extended family.” At least, that is how I feel. The best part of doing these events is seeing my friends and making new ones who follow an active lifestyle. We share each others joys as well as sorrows. This loss was a real blow. The world of endurance sport has lost a very special person. This death puts things in perspective and makes one more convinced to make the most of each and every day. It can all change in heartbeat!” (Please read more about this legend of endurance sport on In Her Own Words) “By the way, another triathlete, Babette Kulka, in my age group, drowned in Florida while swimming in the ocean. While I had met her in Kona in 2005, I didn't really know her. Still, that makes two accidental deaths in my age group this year! Very Sad!)”
Alas, there is another death to report this month: The Arizona running community lost Shelley Lynn Davis, 49, of Phoenix, who was killed while training for her 9th marathon, the San Francisco Marathon. Shelley was a competitive swimmer, who once attempted to swim the English Channel in 1997. She participated in triathlons and marathons – anything to keep fit and healthy. She was a victim of an intoxicated driver who left the scene of the accident, but was later apprehended.
From Teri Crenshaw, Drill Sergeant Extraordinaire Code Pink Boot Camp: Are you ready for the fall boot camp season?! The weather is cooling off, the kids are back in school and it's time to take care of YOU! Get your booty to boot camp at a new, bigger boot camp location: This new facility includes a soccer field, tennis courts, track, bleachers (love those bleachers) and baseball field---loads of space for obstacle courses, relays and games! It is a well-lit area, too! It is only 4 miles from our former location and easy to access from the 101. Along with the Nutrition seminar, I will be offering one week of nutrition/ weight loss coaching FREE! Maximize your weight loss results! To start off in pure Code Pink Boot Camp October in Scottsdale style, we will be having a Pink Cocktail Party (yep...pink drinks!!!) at Windgate Ranch on October 11th. Also in October, on the 4th, we will be featuring a MEGA BOOT CAMP to benefit Breast Cancer at Tempe Town Lake to benefit Breast Cancer Research. Our camp will be in association with Phoenix Fashion Week. So with all that’s on offer, there has got to be something there for you to get your booty back to boot camp! I will look forward to seeing you all soon! Sign up by calling Kyle: 949-279-7551 or online at www.codepinkbootcamp.com. Call Teri on her cell, if you have any questions: 480-313-1104.
From Sage Grossi of Sage-Sports: “I am looking for volunteers for SOMA (October) triathlon. Groups of 10 or more can actually use it as a fund raiser and earn donation money for a charity of their choice!” IrongeezelleSays™: If you are a triathlete, and not racing one or both of these races, this would be a great time to volunteer and to give back to other racers. Just like so many have done for you. Contact Sage: sage@sage-sports.com
Speaking of volunteers, Claudia ElDib, the 2008 Ironman Arizona Finish Line Captain and Warriorgeezelle, also has a call out for Ironman catchers – you know the folks that literally ‘catch’ the Ironwomen and Ironmen who cross the line: “If any of you are interested in being part of the team , please know that you will be very welcome and appreciated. The challenge to get 100 volunteers is still there, and I need every willing body I can get.
With that in mind, this is what you will need to do if you are interested in being part of the Finish Line Catcher team on November 23, 2008:
1. Go the IM AZ website ( http://www.ironmanarizona.com/ ) and click on Volunteers (or use this link: https://www.nasports.com/volunteer/imarz/index.php )
2. Fill out the online form, and select Finish Line Catcher as your first choice (or for all 3 choices).
3. Type my name (Claudia ElDib) in the Comments section (at the bottom of the form).
There will be 4 hour shifts again, with the last shift ending at midnight when the IM ends. So whatever amount of time you will be able to devote is great.” Hey, everybody, join the Irongeezelle when she catches the Irongeezer and Irongeezer Canada, too!
From Elisabeth Lawaczeck: Tribal Yoga! 7:00 pm Mondays Yoga @ Tribe. Beginner to moderate Yoga. It is as challenging as you want it to be. Challenge yourself. Your first 2 classes are absolutely free! After that, they are only $6.00. Elizabeth Lawaczeck and Rebecca Kovacs are the instructors. Come on in and try it out. It is truly a blast. Questions? E-mail Elizabeth: elawaczeck@yahoo.com
From Cheryl Miller: Spinning ‘til your winning!
6:00 pm Tuesdays @ Tribe This is a beginner to moderate spin class. GetFit is a triathlon training company that hosts this spinning class here at Tribe. Your first class is always free and her pricing varies depending on your participation. Questions: Email Cheryl: cherylmiller06@yahoo.com
From Judy Stowers: S-T-R-E-T-C-H!
7:15 pm Wednesdays @ Tribe Apex Bodyworx is introducing a group stretching class. The classes are for both individuals and partners. Classes are $10.00 and she has frequent stretcher discount packages. Questions: E-mail Judy: judy@apexbodyworx.com
Laverne Lindsay hosts “Ride Girls Ride”
Saturday Mornings. In conjunction with the Saturday Tribe Ride… Laverne hosts a women’s only beginner ride. Weitzel, Chief of Tribe, notes: “Laverne is great; she gives you pointers, makes sure that you make it back in one piece, and points you in the right direction with answers to your “silly” questions. “Silly”, they are not, but when we are new, sometimes we don’t ask because we don’t want our to feel silly for asking a question. Trust me, you will not be left out, alienated in any way on Laverne’s ride. It is truly for the beginner that wants a guide to help them get into the sport. Big, small, short, tall, Laverne accepts them all.” Questions? E-mail Laverne: rastainred@hotmail.com
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