The Barefoot Running Movement and Born To Run

If it wasn't for this book, would barefoot/minimalist running be where it is now? What are your thoughts? Personally, I am not against it but not for it either. It great that it get's people get's people out to exercise. It's just not for me. About the book, I thought it was well pretty entertaining. Credible? Who knows. What I thought the message the book was relaying in the two pics below Evil Empire (Big running shoe companies) Rebel Alliance...

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2011 Koolina Sprint Tri

This past weekend I ventured way out west to participate in the Koolina Sprint Tri out at the Koolina resort. Apparently this is the last triathlon on the island for the year so I was hoping for a good finish before switching over to biathlons. If you've been following from the beginning I had great aspirations for racing this year. After running the Xterra off road trail race with 8 min something pace, I was looking forward to finally having decent...

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Medals4Mettle

So you've done a few races and got a few medals. Assuming that it isn't gold, silver or bronze, you'll probably toss these medals in some random place around the house and forget about it. Personally, I rather have a coffee mug or a beer glass instead (more useful). Well, fear not, I have found a use for your medals. Medals4Mettle. Click link for more info.  Koolina triathlon race report will be up soon....

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No hassle Focaccia Bread

Craving focaccia bread but don't have all day it wait or just to lazy to knead dough? Well, I have the recipe for you. No Hassle Focaccia Bread from King Arthur Flour.  No Hassle Focaccia Bread 1 1/2c warm water 2T olive oil1 1/4t salt3 1/2c flour1T instant yeast1/8t chopped fresh rosemaryrosemary sprigspoppy seedsrock salt Grease a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick spray or olive oil. Set aside. Using an electric mixer (by hand...

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