This week

I hope you're all drinking lots of water and getting ready for Saturday. We'll have two speakers this week, Harvey Finkel from UVA police will discuss safety and Podiatrist Dr. Heather Snyder will talk about shoes. Also, the shoe stores will be back to assess your gait and suggest the proper type shoe for you.

Everyone will be going off the track this week. If you do NOT feel comfortable with that, there will be Pinks staying at the track as well. We're not going to pressure you into hitting the road if you're not ready.

It's looking like it's going to be hot again. Some of you may want to take water with you on the run. Our friends at Beck-Cohen will have water at the track.

The big bleachers are gone, so you may want to bring a chair or towel to sit on.

We had some confusion last week with the door prizes. Joan will give away one big prize during the talk, but don't throw out your ticket. We have LOTS of other prizes that we'll draw for while you're doing your run. Just check the dry erase boards when you're done with your stretching. And we stop giving out the tickets at 7:45.

At Virginia Beach, a runner was killed when she was struck by lightning. From what I understand, she had on headphones and didn't hear the thunder. Be careful out there. If you hear thunder, don't go out for a run. If you're out when you hear it, get to the nearest shelter. Don't wear both headphones when you run, and don't run alone. I hate to sound like your mother, but we don't want to lose any of you.

I hope you're enjoying the journey. If you have questions or comments, you can post them here or email me at w4mtpblog@gmail.com.

See you Saturday.