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You've Got to Walk Before You Can Run
by Benita ZahnThere are plenty of excuses why you can't run, but "running is much like the African proverb “How do you eat an elephant?” One bite at a time. It’s the same with running. It's one step at a time." For full article, click her…
by Benita Zahn If I had a dime for everyone who…
After a Tough Workout, Enjoy a Bath
by Benita ZahnAfter a demanding run or a tiring workout, a great way to soothe sore muscles is with an Epsom Salt bath. Benita explains what Epsom Salt is and how it works wonders. The Chinese used them in 2700 B.C. and the English in spas in the 1700s. …
by Benita Zahn In my book…
Cross Training is Key
by Benita Zahn "Runners gonna run, right? Well, the best runners know they must also cross train. That’s because doing too much of anything is simply too much..."
by Benita Zahn Runners gonna run…
Best Races of 2022 and Why
by Benita Zahn"As runners, you're probably familiar with the Facebook and Instagram posts about Christmas wish lists for Santa to cover the cost of race entries or guarantee a PR. But what is it about specific races that attract you?" For…
by Benita Zahn As runners you…
David Glass: An Age-Graded Phenom
At age 76 Dave Glass is running with times that younger people would envy. Most of his recent races have an age-graded percent over 90! For full article, click here
3 in the Schenectady JCC 5k race. I remember Benita Zahn as Course Marshall in that race. Year 2004 w https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2022/december/david-glass-age-graded-phenom
All I Want for Christmas is ...
by Members of the HMRRCRunners were asked the following question: If money were no object, what running gift for Christmas would you want for yourself or a running partner? Some answers are modest and some go for the gold, but they are all fun. …
Benita Zahn A new wardrobe of winter running pants. https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2022/december/all-i-want-christmas
Then There Were None
by Benita ZahnI can remember a time when you had to make a choice as to where you were going run on New Year’s Eve. 25 years ago, Albany launched a 5k in conjunction with First Night celebrations. It was a party. For full article, click h…
by Benita Zahn I can remember a time when you had to ma…
Old Man Winter is Lurking around the Corner
by Benita ZahnDon't be fooled by all the pleasant temperatures now. Soon they will dip and running will become encumbered by heavy clothing. Benita gives advice on how best to cope with the worst winter can bring on. For …
by Benita Zahn Face it. We…
HMRRC Social Page for September and October Pace Setter
This month we cover news from engagements, weddings, anniversaries to devoted HMRRC member Jim Hickey passing. The running community in the Albany area is huge and The Pace Setter is delighted to be able to share these events with you. …
Anniversaries Benita Zahn and Bob Stulmaker are celebrating their 23rd https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2022/september/hmrrc-social-page-september-and-october-pace-setter
Favorite Races? I Love Them All, but ...
by Benita ZahnWhen asked which races were her favorites so far, Benita answered amusingly that she loves them all, but she did say that races that have certain elements appeal to her the most. For full article, click her…
by Benita Zahn Asking me to rate my favorite races is a…