Socks

by Benita ZahnPerhaps you read the article in the NY Times on ‘How to Pick a Marathon’ now that real racing has returned. It talked about our current fitness level, reminded us to be humble and realistic with our schedule, and emphasized cross-training. I…
great for running. Pics were great too. by Benita Zahn Perhaps you read the article in the NY T https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2021/july/socks

Are You Ready to Run Maskless?

by Benita ZahnI had planned to pen an article on the best mask to wear while running. I’d even reached out to a few companies to provide me with ‘trial’ masks so I could compare them. After skiing masked this past winter, I was looking for a product that …
by Benita Zahn I had planned to pen an article on the b https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2021/june/are-you-ready-run-maskless

Does Running Keep You Awake?

by Benita ZahnA crazy thing happens to me when I run long ... anything 8 miles and over. I don’t sleep well. You’d think I would sleep like a baby, but just the opposite happens. Turns out I’ve got plenty of company and if you’re among my pals in tossing …
by Benita Zahn A crazy thing happens to me when I run l https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2021/may/does-running-keep-you-awake

Stuff

by Benita Zahn"Babe, these are the best shoes, ever," my husband exclaimed when he tried out the new ‘shoes’ I’d ordered for him. My husband is a dedicated power walker; his abused knees from years as a baseball catcher don’t allow for running. But the ma…
by Benita Zahn https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2021/march/stuff

February Survey Question re: Covid and Exercising

by HMRRC MembersCovid has changed so many parts of our life including exercise. The fun of going to a gym with friends was replaced by solitary exercise at home. This article surveys how members responded to this challenge and suggests some extremely fun …
ses daily and run outside when possible. Benita Zahn Not a home gym per se but weights https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2021/february/february-survey-question-re-covid-and-exercising

Be Active, Be Challenged, Be Happy

by Benita ZahnVirtual races are all the rage and Benita is engaged in many including one that requires her to run 300 miles in three months. The purposes of these races are to keep you energized and healthy. She offers some tips about how to get the most …
by Benita Zahn Who isn…commends great hikes to take with your dog Benita Zahnion Click here to read more articles by Benita Zahn https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2021/february/be-active-be-challenged-be-happy

Top 2020 Articles from The Pace Setter

2020 was not the cool 20-20 start we thought it would be. Covid-19 does not rear its catastrophic head until the April issue. If you want to make your own Pace Setter Top of 2020 Articles, we will show you how. Surprisingly, yearly and monthly Pace Setter…
This article introduces Benita Zahn to our readership in her capacity as a seaso… Sweet Sleep by Benita Zahn Other than being a well https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2021/january/top-2020-articles-pace-setter

Cold Weather Running

by Benita ZahnRunning in cold weather is exhilarating. Sure beats running on a treadmill, but there are certain precautions to take concerning clothing. The warmer the better, the brighter the better, and the wickier the better. With the right clothes, wi…
by Benita Zahn I used to have a wonderful piece of runn https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2021/january/cold-weather-running

Changes Brought About by the Pandemic

by HMRRC MembersCovid-19 caused an unwanted upheaval in our lives, but the extra time and isolation that accompanied it changed our routines and added new elements to it. Interestingly, a significant increase in running resulted. Prominent runners in our …
ll send an in progress picture. Benita Zahn Nothing new .. but time to watch NETFLI https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2021/january/changes-brought-about-pandemic

2021 Running Resolutions

by Our Club MembersResolutions are the blessing and bane of every new year where hopes intersect with reality. The goals in 2021 are tempered by the pandemic, which has truly changed our existence. Hopefully with vaccinations becoming available in the com…
th Mountain Dog Running is also a goal. Benita Zahn Complete to OneCaresNY 300 miler https://www.hmrrc.com/members/pacesetter/2021/january/2021-running-resolutions

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