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A large field of nearly 700 hundred runners participated in the 30th edition of the Jersey Shore Half Marathon staged by the Shore Athletic Club. The runners were not disappointed with bright sunny skies and although it may have been a bit on the warm side for many runners lots of fast times were recorded. The overall winner was Elias D'Olivera of Long Branch (finishing on the right)in a time of 1:12:27 and for the women it was Lyann Lorenz of Apalachin, NY in a time of 1:28 (finishing on the left). The winning water stop was Monmouth University Cross Country team who again cheered on the runners with lots of spirit as the runners went through their water stop. Congratulations to Shore AC for another classic event. Among the many Club finishers were:
Joe Mirachi 1:56:41
Mary Moriarty 2:07:35
Nancy Thorne Parnell 1:42:28
Mindy Brady 2:18:17(1st half)
Bill Koch 1:34:58
Jon Brodsky 1:38:08
Karen Charles 1:36:26(2ag)
Bob Gilski 2:07:43
Diane Cheer 2:09:08
Jessie Joseph 2:07:28
Jeann McFadden 2:07:54
Ira Wiss 2:19:38
Pat Ford 1:24:54
Tim Mahoney 1:37:57(pr)
Warren Rudduck 1:31:34 (pr)
Brian Pringle 1:44:30
Linda Piff 1:53:33 (pr)
Bob Hayes 2:00:35
Patty Summers 2:12:25
Jon Brodsky 1:38:08
Dawn Ciccone 1:37(2ag)
Rich Porfido 1:41
Graham Wisdom 1:42:55
Bill Koch 1:34:57(1ag)
Lynn Brady 1:58:08
Joey Santoro 1:46:52
Bill Burke 1:42:59
Kathy Porzio 1:50:59
Victoria Ryan 1:56:57
Sutah Robins 1:57
A full slate of events are coming up this weekend. Starting on Saturday its the Rat Race starting in Shark River park it includes a great post race party. On Sunday its the Run thru Deal a long time shore favorite. For all you long distance runners there is the Staten Island Half Marathon (JSRC Team will be competing) and the Long Beach Island 18 Miler. The following weekend is the Run thru Interlaken and the Seaside Half Marathon
Frank Pelcher 34:52(1 rw)
Mary McGeady 2:18:49
Tom Hample 20:31
The regular Wednesday Group Run from Holmdel Park will be meeting at 5:45 PM this week as it is getting darker sooner and we must be out of the park by sunset. The group will be meeting there for another couple of weeks before the run is suspended for the winter.
This Sunday there will be no regular Sunday Run from Bodman Park due to the Jersey Shore Half Marathon. Hope to see everyone at the Half. If you are not running we could use volunteer help. Just look for us with the orange jackets or shirts.
Check out all of the Club's Group Runs.
Hi, I am Lisa Ryan, a JSRC member and I would like to introduce a new runner to our club, Clay Mitchell. Clay, originally from Oklahoma, is new to running and new to the area and he would like to get to know people better. Clay is also a musician and invites all of you to come out and hear some great music. Clay Mitchell is and his music is a dark blend of blues and rock. It is raw and full of passion. The shows are always a lot of fun and it makes a good chance for all of us to get out and gather together, have fun and get to know some members of the club that we have not met. Thank you.
Friday Oct. 11 9:00 @ The Saint, Asbury Park and Thursday Nov.7 8:00 @ the Internet Café in Red Bank. Come out and join us. Contact me for more information at Lryan@oceanplace.com
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A spirited crowd of runners participated in this year's edition of the
Broadway Classic in downtown Long Branch. Runners ran through the
streets with a start down Broadway and then looped back to the finish at
the Fire House. It was a fabulous day for the race with sunny skies and
cool temperatures ideal for running. First overall finisher was Mike
O'Connor of Manasquan in a time of 16:38 and for the women it was Kate
Miller of Highlands in 19:40. Club finishers included:
Mike O'Connor 16:38(1st OA) - shown on the left with his Coach - GP.
Eileen Murphy 30:50(2ag)
Marti Rettino 23:40
Nancy Thorne Parnell 21:45
Lynn Brady 23:47
Mindy Brady 27:23
Joe Mirachi
Dawn Ciccone 21:06 (2nd F)
Scott Lewis - beat his dog.
Mulinda Brenner 24:58
Art Merces 21:55
Chris Wilcox 20:27
Betty Gibbons 36:38
Mike Glassett 20:05(2ag)
Ed Adamsky 29:54
Bob Hayes 25:32
Liz Wenslauskas 25:30
Dawn Cicone 21:06
Joanne Dricer 21:27 (shown on the right)
Vivian Smith 22:14
Randy Brown 22:25
Linda L. Piff 24:12.
Tom Hample 20:47 (2ag)
Panse Geer: Racewalk - 36:00
Sutah Robins 24:54
Gene Geer: 26:45 - 2nd age group (65-69)
Patty Summers 27:28(2ag)
Several Club Members celebrated Karen Charles' thirtieth birthday as well as Mark Griggs birthday with a 30K run and a breakfast party at Bar Anticipation. The breakfast at Bar A is fantastic and the Breakfast Burrito and Chocolate Pecan Buttermilk Pancakes are highly recommended. A great place to stop after a long Sunday Run.
Donna Mehler 28:14
Dave DeMonico 16:28(1st Overall)
Diane Cheer 26:52 2nd Place AG
September 22, 2002
Marilyn Ryder was a gold medalist in 60-64 age group in the 3 events she
entered: 400M, 800M, and 1500M
September 22, 2002
Several JSRC members volunteered their services to stage a first annual
event of Kids Dashes, from toddler trot to 200 yards.
Look to see more kids out and about in the new JSRC Kid's T-Shirt, available
now.
Mike Bair 18:12 (3ag)
Randy Brown 23:04
Liz Wenslaskaus (second woman overall)
Congratulations to Liz on this amazing accomplishment. Hopefully she was able to walk on Monday and stand on her feet long enough to inflict an equal amount of pain on her dental patients.
By Corinne Decombe
I am writing this article to share my experience and to encourage anyone thinking of doing a marathon for the first time. First let me introduce myself, my name is Corinne Decombe, some of you may already know me. For those who don't know me, I am considered a non-runner, meaning that I basically run once a week. My built is far from a "runner's built", sleek, slim, and "aerodynamic" running at such speed one would think their body was imported from Europe with unbelievable high performance.
My first attempt in running was five years ago. It was the thing to do when you associate yourself with runners, marathoners, tri-athletes, and, even an iron-man. At the time I was a typical aerobic individual, working out two to three times a week. That was it, not very impressive compared to this group.
When I incorporated my "once a week run" into my workout schedule, I was running between 40 to 50 minutes, and sometimes as little as 30 minutes the first year. Before you know it I was talked into doing a race. Just for the fun of it. So I did. One would think the logical thing to do is to tackle an easy race like a 5K or maybe even a 10K. As it turns out, I ended up in a 15K for my very first race, followed by 10K's. Never did a 5K to this day.
Every time I participated in these events, I would wait at the starting line, excited, anxious, feeling great, the gun goes off and you are on you merry way. Before you know it everyone deserts you as if some big tornado passed by leaving you in the dust. Wow, what an experience!
Nevertheless, I did not let this discourage me. I continued to persevere. The fact that I was participating in these events was an accomplishment in itself. I came to terms with myself that I will never be as fast as "road runner" and that's ok.
However, I do have great endurance and enjoy cross training. So I found myself changing my way of working out, I quit aerobic classes and proceeded with cross training from spinning classes, swimming, running, toning, biking, yoga, and whatever I can create or
come up with to build endurance and be cardiovascular fit. If boot camp or military classes were available I would participate.
As a result of such varied workouts I started to participate in triathlons and biathlons. I was successful in finishing all the races I entered, and the best part, I was never the last one to finish.
Of course this led me to another challenge: half marathon. The very first half-marathon I did was no ordinary one for a first timer. Most people would have selected a course that is nice, easy, flat, and a few rolling hills. Oh no, could not possible do that! I had to pick an adventurous trail course in the hills of Delaware, with a creek to cross. Well, this was an "adventure", the hills started to turn into the "Alps", the creek was like crossing the Mississippi River with temperatures well below 55 F, and the navigation was like being in an "Echo Challenge".
Needless to say I did finish. It was for sure a challenge and fun at the same time.
Ok, now what? Well I figured if I am able to do half-marathons, I might as well do the whole darn thing. Right? I should at least try to finish one marathon in my lifetime. Otherwise, it's unfinished business if you know what I mean.
Here I go again, now, five years later I decide to do a marathon, all 26.2 miles! That is an unbelievable number! Moi! Attempt to run 26.2 miles. Yhea, in my dreams!
In any case, I made the commitment. I figured if I am about to put some serious time and mileage on the road I better seek advise from an experienced runner on how to train. So I consulted Woody Littman, who runs marathons to finish, not for time, has completed "sixteen marathons". He gave me a three months training schedule.
Well, let me tell you this was no "moderate schedule" for a casual runner! Basically the program called for running at least three to four times a week, starting with an hour, then 1 1/2 hour daily, followed by very long runs on week-ends. I tried this program for two weeks and quit. I was totally turned off by this training schedule and the same time discouraged. I simply did not have the mind set to spend the next three months of training just running and felt this was impossible for a "non-runner like myself to carry on such an "intense schedule".
A few days later I could not believe I quit. I am not known to be a quitter. So I decided to design a program that will work for me to get me to the starting line. My plan was to continue the cross training, spinning, biking, toning, yoga, and add an extra day of running on a weekly basis. The total number of days I would be running at most was twice a week, once during the week with longer runs on the weekends lasting from 2 to 3 hours. It worked and I was very pleased, I was also able to accomplish this without placing excessive mileage on the body.
The runs mainly took place in the trails of Allaire Park, NJ. This was an ideal setting for training, a real paradise for those who enjoys the outdoors. The terrain was diversified from rolling hills, to flat grounds with pine needles or sand, to inclines, to quick turns, to steep and narrow passages.
The weather was another story, hot, humid, and "soupy"! Training in the summer is a challenge in itself. However, this had to be the hottest summer ever recorded in history! I guess this is what makes you tough and strong.
It is now count down, less than a month before the marathon. I am physically and mentally ready! Oh, yes this "tapering technique" I was instructed to do three weeks prior to the event was very interesting. This is when you cut down your workouts. It was more like a "stroll" in the park. In any case, this process does work, it allows your muscles to recover and rest.
September 15, 2002, the day I have been waiting for has finally arrived! The forecast was calling for high 70's, humid, occasional showers, and possibility of thunderstorms. Lovely, not what I would call an ideal running day. Nevertheless, I did train the entire summer in these conditions. My attitude was to make the best of whatever the day brings.
The marathon I selected was The Dutchess County Classic, which started and ended in Wappinger Falls, NY, through farmland and residential areas. The terrain was diversified from flat to rolling hills. To most runners this would be considered a fast and easy course.
This time it was the sound of an air horn started the race off. Here we go again! However, this time it felt like a hurricane passing by leaving me behind and boy did it get quite! I looked behind me there wasn't a soul. Does this sound familiar to anyone out there?
Not to worry, I have my own personal goal, to finish the marathon by running a steady pace and that is exactly what I accomplished. I started with an eleven minute pace, followed by a 10:30 pace for a few miles. My original plan was to maintain this pace for a bit longer, unfortunately that was not possible, the humidity tremendously affected me. My pace dropped back to an eleven minute pace and gradually dropped to an even slower pace as I was approaching the end.
The first 13 miles was relatively easy, felt fine, and even managed to catch up with some people, carried a conversation and moved on. The last thirteen miles was very interesting I started to pass the very same people that flew by me the first few miles. However, some of these people looked like they were really hurting, their muscles cramped up on them. I tried to encourage them, "only a few more miles left, almost there."
I was also starting to feel the affects of the run after 22 miles. My muscles were sore; everything was hurting in my body. I tried to walk, that felt worse, don't ask me why. So I kept pressing on, kept my mind busy and before you know it the finish line was in sight. All of a sudden I had this sudden burst of energy, ran as fast as I could to the finish line, threw my arms into the air and announced to everyone that this was my very first marathon.
I was thrilled that I was able to finish the marathon in 5 hours. I heard that some people quit and that was the last thing I wanted to do, especially after all that hard work of training the past three months. I enjoyed the time I spent on the road and had interesting conversations with the people.
Anyone can do a marathon by simply incorporating a good cross training program, one long run once a week for 2 to 3 hours, a good diet, and plenty of rest in between. Yes, it is a commitment and it is well worth the effort.
All in all, I successfully accomplished my goal, to finish a marathon by cross training with minimal running minimizing excessive stress on the body! And that I did!
Anyone who might be interested in participating on a 12 person team for the Reach the Beach Relay to be held in New Hampshire on 27-28 September can contact Jewel Wood at 973-325-0742 or email jkurtzwood@comcast.net.
Complete Results Now Posted
Graham Wisdom 46:01
Mike Bair 38:39 (1ag)
Vivian Smith 46:02J(4th)
Warren Runnuck 41:52(3ag)
Chris Wilcox 44:46(2 beers)
Pat Cavanaugh 43:58(2ag)
Tom Mulvaney 44:38
Diane Cheer 57:25
Jack Cheeer 44:43(3ag)
David Picascia 45:17
Antonietta Picascia 56:05(3rd place in age group)
A group of 50 to 60 runners participated in a Tribute Run on September 11th in Holmdel Park. The run was organized by Dave Zurheide as a very informal low key tribute to all the victims and heroes of the September 11th attack at the World Trade Center, Pentagon and Flight 93. The group ran in memory of all the victims through the Park. The large turn out surprised the Park which required the completion of a permit for the event. A group shot of some of the participants can be found here.
Miles Ahead Sports in Manasquan is looking for Full or Part time help. Running experience required. Call the store at 732-223-0444 and ask for Karen.
We are compiling a list of all Club Members who will be participating in the NYC Marathon.
Please send an email to :
jsrc@hotmail.com
We are working up a potential special deal for Club Members doing the Marathon and need to identify the participants.
In addition if you have a story to tell regarding your participation which you would like to share please include it and we will post on this page.
The following are planning to do the NYC Marathon
Liz Wenslauskas
Patrick Asay
Bob Horn
Gene Napolitano - 11th consecutive NYC
Jerry Convery
Tom Hall
Mike Anstadt
Dave Sauls
Russ Stallone
Bryan Horan
Art Glass
Colleen Glass
Brian Marley
Robert Manni
Robert List
Brian Pringle
Joe Zarate Sanderlin
Linda O'Brien Hochman
Jim O'Connell
Mary E. McGeady
Diane Cheer
Norman Coyle
Victoria Ryan
Norm Roberts
Patty Summers
Russell Stallone
Marilyn Grabowski
Joe Mirachi
Mary Del Giorno
Anne Gonella
Diana Burton
Maricar Acab
Linda Piff (looking for someone to pace with at 9 Min mile - lindap@lindapiff.com
The Thursday Group Run in Belmar shifts back to Dunkin Donuts across from the boardwalk for the Fall and Winter. The group will be meeting there at 6 PM. All are invited to join in the run along the boardwalks of Belmar and Spring Lake. Distances vary from 4 to 7 miles. All paces are represented. We meet rain or shine.
Where: Gasparilla Distance Classic 15K and 5K, Saturday, January 4th, 2003 or the Tampa Florida Marathon , Sunday, January, 5th, 2003
Fast, Flat, Scenic Course. Get more information the Official Web Site.
A block of rooms have been reserved at the Radisson for $89 a night and at the Hyatt (the Race HQ) for $119 a night. Airfares are currently around $250.
For more information contact Bill Koch.
Starting with next month's issue (October) of our award winning newsletter you can get it a week early and at the same time save the Club some of the effort associated with reproducing, folding, labeling, stamping and mailing out the newsletters every month. You will also help the Club keep its membership fees down and allow the Club to improve services to our members. To get your newsletter emailed to you every month just send in an email to membership@jsrc.org. This will allow us to make sure that we have a valid email address. Make sure you list your name in the email. To receive the newsletter you must have an Adobe Reader installed on your computer (most computers already have it installed and if you don't have it there is a free and easy download available that we will send you a link for). Then we will send you the newsletter just as soon as it is completed which will be at least a week before everyone gets it by regular mail. As a bonus we will also periodically have specials just for Club Members emailed to them along with the newsletter. You will also have the option of printing it out in color. The first Five members to sign up will also receive a free JSRC Shirt. Don't forget to respond back to membership@jsrc.org
Remember if you are not a member you can join or renew at the link above.
David Picascia 21:06
Antonietta Picascia 26:34(3rd place age group)
John O'Reilly 46:54(PR)
Patrick Asay 43:50(3oa)
Tom Natoli 2:08:10
Mary McGeady 2:16:50
Tom Natoli 2:07
Peggy McKean 26:40
Gary Krebs 19:56
Joe Coccaro 21:15
Bob Bautsch 21:19
9-28-02
Amanda Cavallo - 18:56 1st ag
AlexandraCavallo - 25:18 3rd ag
Courtney Cavallo - 28:59 1st ag
Frank Fletcher 33:42
Patrick Asay 20:12
Mike Chudkowski 23:51(3ag)
Dave Sauls 21:35 (1ag) Difficult course
Dave Sauls 20:31(1ag)
Joan Scrivanich 24:15
Dianne Cheer 46:29 (1st place ag)
Dennis Owens 2.5 Hrs
Teresa Sharp 2.5 hrs
All around good event in spite of bad weather. Will go agin next year.
Peggy McKean 27:00
Terry McKean 26:00
Patrick Asay 20:28
Lynn Brady 24:02
Vivian Smith 22:04
Frank Pelcher 26:30
Randey Brown 22:55
Chris Wilcox 34:55
Frank Pelcher 45:35
Lynn Brady 39:47
Kim Daley 35:15J(2nd f)
Gary Krebs 32:28(2ag)
Diane Cheer 46:29 1st Place AG
Nancy Thorne Parnell 1:47:34
Ann Warsing 2:03:24(3ag)
Tom Natoli 2:11:30
Warren Rudduck 34:45(2ag)
Patrick Asay 34:48 (3rd ag)
Gary Krebs 32:47(3 oa)
Dennis Hart 44:49
Ken Vercammen 1:04:08
Ken Vercammen 17:39
Ken Vercammen 18:38
Ken Vercammen 17:49
Ken Vercammen 23:19
Ken Vercammen 59:28
John O'Reilly 30:59
Frank Pelcher 26:32
Lynn Brady 23:51(2ag)
Frank Pelcher 59:32J(6th OA)
Mike Glasset 26:57 (2ag)
