Cypress Running Club - March 2021 Newsletter

NEWSLETTER - MARCH

DON'T CALL IT A COMEBACK
The CRC Board is gearing up for our Annual Meeting! Next year is going to be pretty flipping exciting as we start to see positive changes that could lead to a normal-ish season (fingers crossed!). BUT - we can't do it without your help!

Next year we would love to get some fresh eyes, ears, and legs into some pretty critical roles that keep our club going. Not only does the CRC Board have openings, we also have coaching spots that need to be filled. 

If you are open to helping us with our EPIC 2021 CRC Comeback, we'd love to hear from you! 

To learn more about potential open board or coaching positions, please email info@cypressrunningclub.com with your name, the best number to reach you, and what your interests are. 

 
Looking forward to next year y'all!
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CRC COVID-19 UPDATE
The CRC board continues to keep the safety of our runners in our minds. The community in which we run is of the utmost importance to our organization, and we continue our stance that CRC cannot resume group runs at this time. We will also not be providing any kind of hydration until we are able to do so. Please plan your hydration accordingly. 

That being said, we do encourage our runners to continue practicing safe running and have plans to help you kick off your season. We appreciate your continued understanding and we can't wait to get back on the trails with you.  


Stay safe and well. - CRC Board
 
Upcoming Dates

Virtual Garage Sale
Date, TBD

Vintage Park Half Marathon
May 2, 2021
Special Alert!

PLEASE remember to continue wearing your safety gear INCLUDING LIGHTS when running early mornings or at night. 

Share the road!

In addition to your blinkies, please run single file OR on the sidewalk when on high traffic roads.  
PRs, Podium & New Distances - February 2021

5K
Karen Ellis - 9th place Female, ReRun 5 X 5K!

5 Mile
Jannis Krennerich - Texas 10-College Station 51:55, PR!

Half Marathon
Lynda Polk - Surfside Half Marathon, survived 36 degree weather and 20mph winds!
Brian Gray - Run2BQ Half Marathon, 1:22:10, new PR and 1st OA!

Marathon
CRC 10-Man Relay (Tyler Blackburn) - Won the Underground Marathon Relay in the Woodlands! Total time 2:27:12!
Hiroshi Hamada - Surfside Marathon, 4:44, 30 minute PR!

50K
Becky Nesbitt - 10th OA, 3rd Female, massive PR at Rocky Raccoon 50K! 
Dan Guerrieri - First 50K, Rocky Raccoon 50K!** 
Jonathan Sanders- First 50K, Rocky Raccoon 50K!**

50 Miles
Karen Ellis - First 50 Miler, Rocky Raccoon 50!** 

100 Miles
Charles Fisher - 100 mile PR 22:21:27 at Rocky Raccoon 100! Sub 24 hours!
Kristi Gill - Completed the Rocky Raccoon 100! 

Justin Mayorga - Completed the Rocky Raccoon 100! Sub 24 hours! 

Pandemic Firsts
Dave Gabel - sub 10-minute mile at Texas 10-College Station. Hit a 9:42 pace! 
Kim Bowden - Completed the Hot Chocolate Virtual 15K! 8K in the snow!


**First time at that distance

Whoops, did we miss you?

If you don't see your PR or didn't get to post, add to the next brag time post OR DM Heather Lininger to be sure you're in the next newsletter. 
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CRC COVID-19 SAFETY GUIDELINES
  1. Stay home if you are ill.
  2. Avoid running with anyone outside your household who has shown signd of illness or recently been in contact with someone showing signs of illness.
  3. Keep groups no larger than 4-6 people and stay six feet apart at all times (HARRA recommends running solo or with one person only). CRC's stance is that running solo is risky for all runners, not just women. If you choose to run alone:
    • try the treadmill - it will build the mental endurance you need for that .1-.2 final haul.
    • Need to be outside? Keep your ID on you at all times
    • Don't become a statistic. Make sure someone knows where you are running, when you plan to leave, and when you plan to return. 
  4. Avoid high traffic routes. In fact, try to switch it up! People who are normally less active are out, which is great, but we need to set a good example!
  5. GO before you go. Try to avoid public facilities - public restrooms are not normally the cleanest, and we should be especially careful now!
  6. Stay home if you are ill. 
  7. Not sharing is caring these days! Avoid water fountain, and carry your own hydration and do not share food, towels, gels, etc.
  8. Please practice safe physical distancing guidelines (staying 6 feet apart) when meeting before your small group runs, during run breaks, post run, and for post-run selfies, etc. 
  9. Think about your selfies - are you being a good sport ambassador by displaying recommended physical distancing and following small group guidelines? Does your picture give the impression that a large group ran together? Remember - we're introducing people to our sport and should show how much we care for the community!
  10. Spitting and snot-rockets are highly discouraged (though points for talent go to many of you). Please also avoid hugging, high fiving, and other touching during group runs. 
  11. STAY HOME IF YOU ARE ILL. 
So I joined, now what?
Unsure of where to get started? Check out the #crcwelcomepost on our Facebook page OR check out the training page at http://cypressrunningclub.com/training-plans/training-programs-summary 
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Safety reminders!

Due to the global pandemic, we are not currently hosting group runs until further notice. Please run responsibly!
  • If meeting in a group, meet on the sidewalk or grassy areas.
  • Run on the left side of the road going toward traffic.
  • Do not run alone when you can avoid it!  Safety in numbers.
  • Run illuminated!!! Wear lights, bright colors and always carry I.D.!
  • When in doubt, assume the cars can't see you! 
  • Runners in groups should immediately run single-file to the far left and try not to run more than 2 abreast on the trails
  • Use sidewalks when roads are busy!
  • Make sure to hydrate properly - even in cooler temps, but ESPECIALLY in our Houston humidity!
DRIVERS:
  • Do not leave your vehicle if you are the first to arrive to the run and keep your headlights on until you're ready to leave!
  • Be aware of your fellow CRCers when driving through the parking lot and on the roads in Coles & Longwood
  • Run without earbuds or keep the music level low enough to be aware of your surroundings
  • Please do NOT park in fire lanes or in front of dumpsters!


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