Triathlon becomes celebration of life
K.C. ALFRED / Union-Tribune
Competitors exit the water after the swim portion of Sunday's 21st annual Mission Bay Triathlon. About 1,7000 people participated in the endurance race.
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Birthday run is annual celebration for Rouse
Oct. 3 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Mike Rouse plans to park his Lexus near the Mission Bay information center early this morning. In the trunk, a cooler will be packed with sandwiches, chips, cookies, Gatorade and water.
This, though, will be no picnic.
Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Remembering fallen comrades motivates Marine: Marine Corps Maj. Bill Conner did a double-take when he read the e-mail.
“Congratulations, you have won a lottery spot for the Ford Ironman World Championship.”
Having entered the lottery nearly every year since 1996, Conner at first thought the e-mail was a hoax, created by one of his Marine buddies.
Oct. 10 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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Oct. 8 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Ex-major leaguer Conine takes an Ironman swing: Wanting to challenge himself after ending a 17-year major league baseball career last fall, Jeff Conine picked a doozy:
FIREHOUSE FITNESS, Oct. 7 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
The pendulum swings ... : The move: A pendulum action of the arm with the torso bent over horizontally. Works on: Facilitates stimulation and coordination of the rotator cuff muscles.
Oct. 3 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Fitness Profile: Dorothy Little, runner : Little, 69, grew up in Scotland, where she was a competitive swimmer in high school and college. She moved to the United States in 1964 when her husband, a physicist, accepted a job at Harvard. Little worked at Princeton, assisting chemistry and biology researchers.
Oct. 3 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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Sept. 30 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Foot prints: Take a hike. Seriously. Go outdoors, walk around and enjoy Mother Nature. It's a terrific form of exercise and you've got the perfect place to do it.
HIKING JULIAN, Sep. 30 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
A slice of nature:With autumn colors exploding onto the landscape, nature beckons city-and 'burb-dwellers to visit Julian this fall for more than a slice of apple pie. The mountains boast several nearby parks and nature preserves with foot trails for hikers of all experience levels.
FIREHOUSE FITNESS, Sep. 30 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Just relax:The move: A yoga pose to calm the mind and body. Works on: Back relaxation.
Sept. 26 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Injuries don't dampen Jones' indomitable spirit: Michellie Jones is famous for collecting her used bikes, clothing, equipment, almost anything her long list of sponsors will replenish, then giving them to age-group triathletes who otherwise couldn't afford triathlon's expensive toys.
Sep. 26 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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Sep. 26 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Training Tip :
FIREHOUSE FITNESS, Sept. 23 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Plate squeeze press: The move: Extending the arms while pressing weight plates together. Works on: Pectoral, deltoid, and grip strength.
Sept. 19 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Workout variety keeps Cardiff exec going strong: As part of an intermittent series, the Union-Tribune will look at the workout routines of people throughout the county. Breaking the ice is John Duke, vice president in charge of print media for the Competitor Group, which includes eight magazines, all focusing on endurance sports.
Sept. 19 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Fitness Profile: Carson Cooper, multisport : After running cross country and track at Steele Canyon High, plus playing soccer, Cooper, 18, sampled his first multisport event last month, the Imperial Beach Duathlon.
Sept. 19 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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FIREHOUSE FITNESS, Sept. 16 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Make like a mule :
The move: Combining single leg hip extension with a bent over forward raise. Works on: Gluteal, hamstring, lower back and posterior shoulder strength. Single leg balance.
CHULA VISTA, Sept. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Marathoner finds running is the best medicine: Marilee Foley experiences this recurring dream. The 43-year-old third-grade teacher is running, running by herself, effortlessly and fast. Sometimes in a race, sometimes training.
Sep. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Profile: Aderito Beltran, multisport: Raised in Hampton, Va., Beltran, 31, focused on academics through college at Virginia Tech. In May 2002, weighing 270 pounds and living in San Diego, the 6-foot Beltran committed to losing weight.
Sep. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Fitness Tip :
One of the classic scenes in the movie “Caddyshack” is when Chevy Chase's character offers a tip to Danny Noonan, the underdog who's trying to win Birchwood Country Club's annual caddie tournament and accompanying college scholarship.
Sep. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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FIREHOUSE FITNESS, Sept. 9 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Working it out:
The move: Combining a gluteal and hip flexor stretch in a kneeling position. Works on: Stretches the hip abductors, glutes, hip flexor.
Sept. 5 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
She swam her way into marathon record book: If friends ask Rendy Lynn Opdycke, “So, what did you do this summer?” they'd better be prepared for a monologue.
Sep. 5 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Opdycke hits a triple:
Sep. 5 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Profile: Kevin Chindlund, multisport : Chindlund, 29, ran track and cross country at San Dieguito High, describing himself as a “middle of the pack” runner. He was a semipro racquetball player in his early 20s, juggling distance running and racquetball.
Sep. 5 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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FIREHOUSE FITNESS, Sept. 2 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Pump the iron: The move: An Olympic-style lift performed with dumbbells. Works on: Whole body strength, power and coordination
Aug. 29 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Mournful triathletes reminded of sport's dangers:
For the second time in four months, San Diego's triathlon community has been rocked by tragedy. In April, it was Dave Martin, 66, of Solana Beach being killed by a great white shark. This week, it was Barbara Warren, 65, of San Diego, dying after crashing her bike at a Santa Barbara race.
Aug. 29 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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Aug. 29 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Fitness profile: Courtney Hughes, multisport : Raised in Upstate New York outside Syracuse, Hughes played varsity basketball, tennis and softball in high school. She played varsity tennis at Notre Dame, primarily doubles. Hughes, 31, took to triathlon last fall shortly after moving to San Diego from Seattle.
Aug. 29 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Fitness tip: Three-time Olympic cyclist John Howard, now one of the sport's most respected coaches, keeps one concept simple when it comes to training.
FIREHOUSE FITNESS, Aug. 26 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Need to relax? Stretch:
The move: A standing stretch for relaxation. Works on: Stretches the hamstrings, shoulders and chest. Level of difficulty: Beginner
Aug. 22 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Age-group's best in world has even higher goals: At an age when flying to most of his peers means boarding a plane for vacation, 80-year-old Bud Held has found a different way to soar.
Aug. 22 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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Aug. 22 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Training Tip :
Paul Greer is in his 19th season as the men's cross country coach at San Diego City College. He also coaches the San Diego Track Club and has helped more than 5,000 runners finish the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon.
FIREHOUSE FITNESS, Aug. 19 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Flex time: THE MOVE: A yoga inspired whole-body move for strength and flexibility WORKS ON: Core stability, upper-extremity strength, and lower-extremity flexibility
Aug. 18 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Photo: Give 'em a hand:
Aug. 18 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
American drought ends at AFC:To the strains of Bruce Springsteen's “Born in the USA,” Justin Young crossed the finish line yesterday at the 31st annual America's Finest City (AFC) Half Marathon as the first American male winner since 1987.
Aug. 18 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
AFC scoreboard:
Aug. 16 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Colorado runner has best chance for U.S.:Come 7 a.m. tomorrow, nearly 7,000 runners will take off from a bluff beside Cabrillo National Monument, marking the start of the 31st AFC Half Marathon.
Aug. 15 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Olympics elicit memories of trip to 1952 Games: Like millions around the world, Alfred Czerner has logged hours in front of the TV this week, remote in hand, soaking up the Olympics.
Aug. 15 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Fitness Profile: Fernando Blanco, Runner :Blanco was running during a physical education class at Rancho Buena Vista High his freshman year when he was spotted by an assistant track coach.
Aug. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
San Diegan takes the fast (kayak) lane to Olympics:San Diego Alive continues its coverage of local Olympians with video of sprint kayaker Carrie Johnson, 24, who began kayaking in San Diego with the Junior Lifeguard Program in 1997, coached by former Olympian Chris Barlow.
FIREHOUSE FITNESS, Aug. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Lying stick pose : This move requires you to twist slightly into position. Consult a physician if you have a history of low-back injury.
Aug. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Health Calendar:Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center will host “Plan for the Future of Your Care,” from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday in the Nellie Barrington Room, 751 Medical Center Court, Chula Vista. Free. Reservations: (800) 827-4277 or visit sharp.com/chulavista.
Aug. 8 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Podiatrist puts heart and sole into Olympic volunteer work: This is the third Olympics since Berenter became a volunteer consultant to the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista. He conducts evaluations to help customize footwear and treat injuries with the same techniques that apply to recreational athletes. Some players on the youth softball teams he has coached have been particularly glad to discover that their coach is also a doctor.
Aug. 8 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Fitness Profile: Scott Laprath, Runner :At Mira Mesa High, LaPrath made a name for himself as a sprinter, running on the Marauders' 4x100 relay team that twice qualified for the state meet.
Aug. 7 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Fit to be exercised: Working out can now be as easy as playing a video game. Legendary video game designer Shigeru Miyamoto has raised the bar with Nintendo's Wii Fit exercise system for the Wii console, targeted toward getting gamers off the couch and into a workout routine.
FIREHOUSE FITNESS, Aug. 5 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
One for the glutes :
The move: A yoga-inspired stretch for the glutes and hip. Works on: Flexibility of the glutes and piriformis muscle. Relaxation. Level of difficulty: Beginner.
Aug. 1 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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FIREHOUSE FITNESS, July 29 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Get your hands up : The move: Performing a pullover while lying on a bench. Works on: Chest and lats stretching, abdominal, lats, triceps and glutes strength.
July 25 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Swimming solo into the record books: Marc Lewis wobbled out of the ocean, staggering sideways before firmly planting himself on sand and into the record books. He took off his swim cap, wiping blotches of tar out of his hair.
July 25 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Local swimmers also going the distance:Two other local residents will be attempting marathon swimming firsts this summer.
July 25 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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FIREHOUSE FITNESS, July 22 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Improve your standing :The move: A hamstring stretch performed with continuous hip rotation. Works on: Hamstring flexibility. Level of difficulty: Beginner.
July 18 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Even non-Tour winners drawn to Bruyneel: Some 300-plus enthusiasts squeezed into the back corner of the Trek Bicycle Superstore in Kearny Mesa last Saturday.
July 18 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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July 18 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Profile: Cindy Walsh, swimmer: Walsh, 45, grew up in Connecticut and competed for a local synchronized swimming team from 10 to 17. The team once appeared on ABC's “Wide World of Sports.”
FIREHOUSE FITNESS, July 15 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Getting a leg up : The move: A plank move with one leg for support. Works on: Core stability, arm strength, balance. Level of difficulty: Beginner to intermediate.
July 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Pain, pleasure to the extreme: In many ways, David Goggins and Akos Konya are polar opposites. At 6 feet 1, 192 pounds, the sculpted Goggins resembles an NFL safety. Konya goes 5-8, 130.
July 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Fitness profile: Tom Hecker, swimmer:
July 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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FIREHOUSE FITNESS, July 8 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Play it straight :The move: Shoulder range of motion performed in a plank position. Works on: Sculpting the posterior shoulder and upper back. Builds core strength.
July 3 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Trainers push gym's athletes to next level:Midway through a workout for three college athletes, their trainer allowed them to break the monotony with a quick race. Kelly Wherry, 20, the only woman in the group, was at a disadvantage against her bigger, faster colleagues.
July 1 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Guiding you toward some good nutrition:
The healing power of antioxidants is all the buzz for many health-conscious consumers these days, and the antioxidant-rich Goji and Acai berries from the Amazon are as popular as blueberries at the local farmer's market. Luckily for people on a budget, there are less-expensive alternatives that offer just as powerful immune-boosting properties.
July 1 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Wellnews: All the news that's fit:Grief is universal and inevitable. We all experience it in our lives, usually with the loss of a loved one. In time, most of us accept, adapt and move on.
FIREHOUSE FITNESS, July 1 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Meet The Press – Working with dumbbell increases core stability:The move: Dumbbell presses with forward steps. Works on: Core stability, shoulder and triceps strength. Level of difficulty: Beginner.
June 27 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Triathlon director has own endurance as organizer: The driver of the lead vehicle in the San Diego International Triathlon has been known to stop ahead of the racers and straighten a wind-blown cone on the course and even stay after the race to make sure every bit of trash has been picked up.
June 20 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Bumped, bruised father-son team keeps running: After 117 days on the road and 2,900 miles on their feet, the end is drawing near for Tom Knoll and his son, Warren.
April 25 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Lottery winners for Ford Ironman:
March 28 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Women's field for Oceanside triathlon is A+: A triathlon Web site fairly marveled at the women's professional field for tomorrow's Ford Ironman 70.3 California in Oceanside. All but saying the professionals duck each other come spring, the writer asked rhetorically, “Don't today's top pros know that they're not supposed to compete in the same race until October or November?”
March 28 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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March 28 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Profile: Matt Genovese, triathlete: Genovese grew up in Boulder, Colo., where he was a multisport athlete, earning varsity letters for four years in baseball and golf. It was in golf, though, that he stood out, earning a scholarship to Oregon. Genovese, 30, went on to play for a year and a half on the old Buy.com Tour.
March 28 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Ford Ironman 70.3 California:
FIREHOUSE FITNESS, March 25 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Wide acceptance: THE MOVE: Performing a wide-stance squat while leaning against an exercise ball WORKS ON: Lower extremity strength
CARLSBAD, March 21 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Local program will benefit children in Ethiopia: At one corner of the elementary school playground, Steve Scott and Meb Keflezighi led students on laps around the track. Next to them, three-time marathon Olympic Trials qualifier Josh Cox coordinated kids in a sprint contest.
March 21 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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March 21 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Fitness tip: Trust your taper:
The Ford California Ironman 70.3 California triathlon will be held next Saturday, March 29, at Camp Pendleton. Paul Huddle, a coach and one of the founders of multisports.com, offers training advice for athletes going into the final eight days before the race.
March 21 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
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FIREHOUSE FITNESS, March 18 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
A heavy-handed approach: THE MOVE: A wide stance squat with a dumbbell for extra resistance WORKS ON: Lower extremity strength, posture and grip strength
March 14 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Training Tip:The 11th annual Rock 'n' Roll Marathon is 11 weeks away. Paul Greer, who as coach of the San Diego Track Club has helped more than 5,000 people complete the marathon dream, discusses where runners should be right now in preparation for the June 1 race.
March 14 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Recreation Calendar
March 11 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Runners add a dash of fitness to school day: There's a running boom in San Diego County among the 5-to 12-year-old set. On most elementary school campuses, children run just before the morning bell while you're on your morning commute – perhaps, in part, because of your morning commute.
Feb. 19 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Priming the pump: Gym cardio equipment has come a long way since the days of wobbly treadmills and clumsy fan-wheel bikes.
Feb. 1 (UNION-TRIBUNE)
Saul no longer racin' but he's Raisin Hope: When he finished a bike race anywhere in the world – Europe, Malaysia, anywhere – Saul Raisin repeated the same postrace ritual. He'd phone his mother in Georgia and send a two-letter text.
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