J U L Y 2 0 1 6 The Finish Line The Mission of Zoomers is to promote health and inspire fellowship by providing quality events for our community. Visit Zoomers online at http:// www.zoomersrun.com for upcoming race information, past newsletters and other useful information IN THIS ISSUE: Zoomers Info Pg 2 President s Page Pg.3 Scholarship Info Pg 4 Hydration by Grace Pg 5 Summer Fun Run Pg 6 Dragon Boat Race Pg 7 Membership Report Pg 8 Bowling Party Flier Pg 9 Triathlon Series Pg. 10 Triathlon Score Sheet Pg 11-12 Upcoming Races Pg 13 Kids Race Series Scoresheet Pg 14 Kids Race Series Roster Pg 15 Stone Crab Baseball Pg 16 Treasurer Report Pg 17 Birthdays Pg. 18 Recipe Corner Pg.19 Volunteer Opportunities Pg 20 Adult Race Series Roster Pg 21 Adult Race Series Leaderboard Pg 22 Trick or Trot Registration Pg 23 Trick or Trot Sponsor Form Adult Series Rules and Regs Pg. 24 Pg. 25 Membership Forms Pg. 26-27 Is there someone you would like to see in the Spotlight? Email suggestions to TinaMElkins@aol.com 1 Zoomersrun.com
ZOOMERS SOUTHWEST FLORIDA RUNNING & TRIATHLON CLUB P.O. BOX 380276 MURDOCK, FL 33938 PRESIDENT Ed Gillen EdGillen7@gmail.com TREASURER Sherry LaBree VICE PRESIDENT Pat Vasquez pvasquez317@gmail.com ZoomersTreasurer@gmail.com WEBPAGE DIRECTOR Zoomerswebdirector@gmail.com SECRETARY RACE CORDINATOR Ed Gillen EdGillen7@gmail.com Stephanie Jimenez spowers319@gmail.com NEWSLETTER EDITOR Tina Elkins ZoomersRaceSeries@gmail.com SPECIAL EVENTS & Adult Race Series Chair Tina Elkins ZoomersRaceSeries@gmail.com Kids Race Series Chair Dug and Marti Stetter ZoomersKids@aol.com MEMBERSHIP & MARKETING DIRECTOR Marti Stetter zoomersmembership@gmail.com Ms. Michele Galluppi Port Charlotte, FL, RRCA Running Coach happy66rose@gmail.com Mr. Yale Houghton Port Charlotte, FL RRCA Running Coach houghton3@embarqmail.com Mrs Shirley McCarty North Port, FL mccartys8@hotmail.com Tina Elkins Englewood, FL RRCA Running Coach Jeff Galloway Program Dir tinamelkins@aol.com Sherry LaBree Punta Gorda, FL, USAT Level 1 Coach sslabree3@gmail.com Mrs. Juli Brown Rotonda West, FL, RRCA Running Coach julibrw@embarqmail.com Dug Stetter Murdock, FL, United States RRCA Running Coach Zoomerspresident@gmail.com Did you move?? Did you move?? Please be sure to keep Zoomers updated with your current Address, phone number and email address, So that Zoomers can keep YOU updated too!! 2 Zoomersrun.com
President s Message Ed Gillen Due to a small surgical procedure on my left foot and on doctor s orders, I didn t run for a month. Now that I m cleared to run, it s summertime in Florida. Ugh! When you haven t ran in a month, you forget how hard it is to get back to a base of at least three miles. It s made even harder when you walk outside and before you take your first step you are soaking wet. Our state abbreviation is FL and for those of us who call FL home, we know that it stands for Feels Like. How do we do it? I remember a runner from up north who ran the Harbour Heights Half ask me that question after collapsing from the heat soon after crossing the finish line. It was an unseasonably hot 82 degrees at the start. I guess the answer is conditioning practice, practice, practice. We might not like it but we know it s a daily part of our training plan here in FL. How do we run in the Florida heat? There was a time not so long ago when the only race in the area was the Firecracker 5k in North Port. Now, we race through the summer. Be careful out there! Early or late, whether running, cycling and swimming make sure you properly hydrate. Closing with a joke It s so hot out, I saw two trees fighting over a dog! 3 Zoomersrun.com
DID YOU SAY YOU MISSED THIS? The deadline has passed, however, you can check out the information so you are ready for the 2017 Scholarship! Zoomers Announces 2016 Scholarship Zoomers is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications for its 2016 Scholarship. Zoomers will award up to $1,000 to the eligible recipient. To be eligible, applicants must meet the requirements, complete the application and application should be received no later than April 30, 2016. Click Here to Download in PDF Scholarship Requirements and Application. http://www.zoomersrun.com/ uploads/2016_zoomers_scholarship_requirements_and_applicatio n.pdf Questions? Contact Pat Vasquez @ ZoomersVicePresident@gmail.com 4 Zoomersrun.com
Hydration By Grace Gowans Water. Water makes up 60% of the adult human body. And in Florida, especially, it can get easy to become dehydrated. So what exactly does hydration do for your body? Well, we ll figure that out Your body, in short, depends on water to survive. Every organ, tissue, and cell needs water to work correctly. Basically, your body depends on water to: maintain its healthy temperature of 98.6 o F, remove waste, and make all your joints twist and turn with ease. So, if we get all that wonderful water inside, how in the world does it get out of our system? I mean, because that 2 liter water you drank during your race is probably not going to hold you out the entire day, right? Well, water makes up half of your body weight, and you lose some every time you use the restroom, sweat during that exhausting race, even when you breathe. You lose water even faster when the weather is really hot, are physically active, or have a fever. And two of those things I just listed basically sum up all of you who are reading this: super-hot climate, and physically active people. That being said, you now know that this hydration thing does apply to you. Now, when you lose too much water, you become dehydrated. Now we, in Florida, know all too well about dehydration. But how do you know if you are dehydrated? Here are the symptoms: little to no urine, or urine that is darker than usual, dry mouth, sleepiness or fatigue, extreme thirst, headache, confusion, dizziness or lightheaded feelings, and no tears when crying. Now for the big question: how much water should you consume daily? The answer is: about 6-8 glasses. With that being said, different people may need different levels of water to stay hydrated. One person may need more than 8, another less than 8. But, let s be real, one to two glasses isn t going to cut it. Sorry folks. But some sports drinks can help with your daily water intake. And I m only adding this because you all are active. Thank me later. Alright, so, if you are planning to exercise at a high intensity for more than an hour, sports drinks may be helpful. They contain carbohydrates and electrolytes that increase your body s energy and help your body absorb water. But, be careful which ones you choose. They are often high in calories from added sugar, and, also, beware of high levels of sodium. Be sure to check the serving size and Nutrition Label as well. Now, let s be clear, sports drinks are not the same as energy drinks. Energy drinks contain all sorts of junk such as large amounts of caffeine and simulants that your body does not need. I hope this was helpful to you and that you learned a little bit about hydration. Be safe, have fun, and happy running! 5 Zoomersrun.com
KIDS SUMMER FUN RUNS GOING STRONG!! The kids had a great time and at l least 50 kids showed up each week to run! Thank you to Dug and Marti Stetter for making this happen, Darielle Costa for leading the pack, Joan and Ed Morgan and the use of the Morgan Community Center and also to Active Suncoast for sponsoring shirts and popsicles every week!! I know the kids can t wait until next summer! 6 Zoomersrun.com
Dragon Boat Race Zoomers is sponsoring a team for the War on The Peace Dragon Boat Festival in Punta Gorda, October 29 th 2016. We are looking for 20 paddlers, 4 alternates, and one drummer. Paddlers must be evenly divided between males and females. Professional steer person is provided. Registration for the team is $765. Zoomers has agreed to pay half of the registration cost and participates are responsible for the other half. If you have any questions or would like to join the team, please contact Martha Barnes at: gowansm@yahoo.com or on Facebook 7 Zoomersrun.com
ZOOMERS MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETINGS Do you want to be involved in what is happening in your club? Please join us on the first Wednesday of each month for the Zoomers Business Meeting. It is currently being held at the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce at 6:30 pm. At these meetings, we discuss what is happening in the club, what past races were like and what races we have coming up. You will learn how it all works behind the scenes and also be able to voice your opinions, concerns or maybe you have an idea for something new? Come join us and see what it s like. Next Business Meeting is August 3 2016 June 2016 Membership Report 8 Zoomersrun.com
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Introducing. ZOOMERS 2016 TRIATHLON SERIES!!!! Date Race City 4/16/16 Escape from Fort Desoto Ft Desoto 4/17/16 FGCU Eagle Sprint Tri Ft. Myers 4/24/16 St. Anthony s Tri St. Petersburg 5/7/16 Ft. Desoto Tri- Sprint/International and Duathlon Ft. Desoto 5/14/16 Cape Coral Yacht Club Sprint Tri Cape Coral 5/22/16 Storm Challenge Sarasota 6/5/16 Naples Fitness Challenge Naples 6/19/16 Heartland Tri Sprint & International Sebring 6/25/16 Navy Seal Tri/ Du Sprint & International Sarasota 7/9/16 Ft. Desoto Tri. Sprint/International and Duathlon Ft. Desoto 7/10/16 American Sprint Tri and Duathlon Naples 7/16/16 Englewood Triathlon Englewood 8/6/16 Siesta Beach Tri- Sprint/International and Duathlon Sarasota 8/20/16 Ft Desoto ll Tri. Sprint/International and Duathlon Ft. Desoto 9/3/16 Venice Tri Venice 9/24/16 Siesta Beach Tri Sprint Sarasota 12/18/16 Christmas Tri Sprint and Duathlon Naples Go to www.zoomersrun.com for more info and to Opt In ** **For dues paying active members 10 Zoomersrun.com
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July: Upcoming Races!!! FOR LINKS TO THE FOLLOWING RACES AND REGISTRATION, PLEASE GO TO: WWW.ZOOMERSRUN.COM AND FIND THE RACE YOU WANT TO ENTER. 7/4/16 Firecracker 5k 7/9/16 Ft. Desoto Tri 7/10/16 American Sprint August: 8/6/16 Siesta Beach Tri 8/20/16 Ft. Desoto Tri 13 Zoomersrun.com
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List of Races for the 2015-2016 Kids Race Series You Must OPT IN at: http://www.zoomersrun.com/kids_series.html For Rules & Regulations or more details or questions, please contact Tallie Carpenter @ ZoomersKids@aol.com Remember the Fallen 5k- Sept 12, 2015 Trick or Trot 5k- Oct. 17, 2015 Myakka River 5k- Nov. 21, 2015 Moe s Terrier Trot 5k- Dec. 5, 2015 Frosty 5k Dec. 19, 2015 Andrew Monroe 5k January 9, 2016 Boca Grande 5k- Feb. 28, 2016 Life in the Sun 5k 10k March 19, 2016 Run for the Turtles 5k April 2, 2016 Pine View Python Run 5k - April 16, 2016 SRQ SUP & Run 5k - May 21, 2016 NEW-June 4, 2016 Publix Family Fun Day 5k Firecracker 5k- July 4, 2016 Dates and Races Subject to Change 15 Zoomersrun.com
ZOOMERS NIGHT AND PICNIC AT THE CHARLOTTE STONE CRABS SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 2016, 6:05 pm We ve run there so now let s go watch a baseball game at Charlotte Sports Park and eat some food, have some fun and watch spectacular fireworks! DETAILS: Price includes a reserve level ticket to game and all-you-can-eat picnic for 2 hours (30 minutes before start of game to 1 1/2 hours after start of game). We will meet at our picnic area at 5:30. MENU: Hot dogs, BBQ pulled pork, pasta salad, baked beans, chips, cookies, soda and water. Game starts at 6:05 p.m. There is a fireworks show after the game! COST: Zoomers dues-paying members: $15. All Others: $20. HOW MANY ATTENDING?: NAME(S): PHONE: EMAIL: 16 Zoomersrun.com Return Form and Check Made Payable to ZOOMERS by August 15, 2016 to: ROXANNE GILLEN 1282 GREEN OAK TRAIL PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33948
TREASURER S REPORT FOR May 2016 STATEMENT DATE: May 1, 2016 May 31,2016 OPENING BALANCE (May 1): $ 22,671.46 TOTAL RECEIPTS: $1419.24 TOTAL EXPENSES: $577.04 CLOSING BALANCE (May 31): $ 23,513.66 Respectfully submitted by Sherry LaBree, Treasurer, on June 1, 2016 17 Zoomersrun.com
P A G E 18 Cancer: June 21 July 22 Element: Water Symbol: Crab Life Pursuit: Constant reassurance and intimacy Secret Desire: To feel safe Bring as many family and friends as possible to your next race. Strategically station them throughout the course so you can be cheered on at every turn. The constant reassurance will help you feel safe and finish in personal best time. When you cross the line and see your best time ever, do a celebratory crab walk. You just might start a new trend! July Birthdays!! 7/1/1998 Sabrina Oliveira 7/2/1958 Marti Stetter 7/3/1970 Suzanne Beiner 7/5/2004 Kalie Jayne Robbins 7/7/2001 Zoe Ortiz 7/7/1972 Indira Casa 7/7/1969 Russ Moore 7/8/1973 Janice Jankowski 7/10/2003 Isabella Carpenter 7/14/1986 Brittany Weiss 7/14/1976 Jessica Breeden 7/16/1959 Tina Ice 7/16/1973 John Heck 7/16/1976 Jennifer Gilpin 7/19/1955 Alison Suckling 7/20/2005 Max Raber 7/21/1956 Mark Stueve 7/21/1948 Nancy Marino 7/22/1965 Tina Elkins 7/25/1943 Herbert Berst 7/25/1964 Thierry Rouillard 7/25/1976 Kris Lane 7/26/1962 Yulinar Sproat 7/26/1968 Steve Visnoski 7/28/1957 Edward Gillen 7/30/1981 Luois Van Der Veen 7/30/1981 Steve Wilmer Leo: July 23 August 22 Element: Fire Symbol: The Lion Life Pursuit: To lead the way Secret Desire: To be a star Your life s pursuit is Aries secret desire. If you really want to lead the way and be a star, you will need to harness your inner lion and know exactly when to pounce. If you wait too long and let Aries take the lead, you might find yourself a lost kitten. Take the lead at the gun in your next race and you will be well on your way to being a star! 18 Zoomersrun.com T H E F I N I S H L I N E
Summer Has Arrived!!! Sometimes it is just to hot to eat, so a nice, cold smoothie will cool you off and allow you to recover from training. We all know you should eat something within 30 minutes of the end of your workout, and that it should nourish your body and help you recover. MOCHA MADNESS RECOVERY SHAKE Recipe from: Runners World...Meals on the Run cookbook (Liz Applegate, PH.D.) Research shows that consuming carbohydrates with caffeine increases the rate at which muscle glycogen is restored, helping speed recovery. Add in a good dose of protein from Greek yogurt and this shake has everything you need to recover from a long, hard run. Makes 1 serving 1/4 cup espresso or very strong coffee, cooled 1 cup 2% vanilla Greek Yogurt 2 TBSP sweetened ground chocolate or 1 ounce chocolate, finely chopped 1 banana 1/2 cup ice cubes In a blender, combine the espresso, yogurt, chocolate, banana and ice cubes. Blend until smooth. 19 Zoomersrun.com
VOLUNTEERING AT LOCAL RACES OR EVENTS (thru December 2016) If you volunteer at four (4) Zoomers-owned event, Zoomers adult race or Kids race series or a race/event that Zoomers has been requested to provide volunteers, you will receive a 1-year long individual membership (6 events for a 1-year family membership up to 4 members). Volunteering is also a requirement for our Zoomers Scholarship and Zoomers Adult Race Series. NOTE: Zoomers attempts to keep the most accurate records of who volunteers at their events. It s more difficult when volunteering at an event Zoomers does not own. Errors do occur and we encourage each member to contact Zoomerspresident@gmail.com regarding your availability and events you have volunteered. RACE NAME DATE ADULT RACE SE- RIES KIDS RACE SERIES ZOOMERS RE- QUESTED TO PRO- VIDE VOLUNTEERS SRQ SUP & Run 5k Memorial Day 5k/10k Publix Family Fun Day 5k 5/21/16 NO YES 5/30/16 YES 6/4/16 NO YES Firecracker 5k 7/4/16 YES YES Remember the Fallen 5k Myakka River 5k & Half Marathon 9/10/16 YES 11/12/16 YES YES (water stop) Habitat for Humanity Turkey Trot 5k 11/27/16 YES YES (course monitors) Frosty 5k 12/17/16 YES 20 Zoomersrun.com
2016 Adult Zoomers Race Series 1/23/16 FOP Fallen Heroes 5k/10k 1/24/16 Suncoast Half Marathon 2/7/16 Sarasota Music Half Marathon 2/13/16 Scrub Jay 5k/10k 2/28/16 Boca Grande 5k 3/5/16 Sharks Tooth 10k 3/12/16 St. Patty 8k 3/19/16 Chocolate Fantasia 7k 4/2/16 Harbour Heights 5k & Half Marathon 4/3/16 Smoothie King 5k 5/30/16 Memorial Day 5k/10k 7/4/16 Firecracker 5k 9/10/16 Remember the Fallen 5k 10/22/16 Trick or Trot 5k 11/12/16 Myakka River 5k & Half Marathon 11/24/16 Habitat for Humanity Turkey Trot 5k 12/4/16 Moe s Terrier Trot 5k 21 Zoomersrun.com
Leader Board 2016 Adult Race Series Overall Female Sally Libonati/ Buteena Pfeffer Male John Bates / Mark Stueve Masters Julie Berling John Libonati Grand Masters Marti Stetter Scott Varner Senior Grandmasters Judith Goike Peter Dowling Veterans Lucia Shatteleyn Dave Pierce 20-24 25-29 Megan Guarante 30-34 Astrid Gilbert Brad Lawrence 35-39 Jessica Oldfather 40-44 Indira Casa Christopher Harrington 45-49 Tammi Harvey Keith Robert 50-54 Roxanne Gillen Pat Vasquez 55-59 Jacqueline Conniff Ed Gillen 60-64 Alison Suckling John Peacock 65-69 Lan Repinski Ron Reid 70-74 Mary Bonetz 75-79 Carol Westerman Don Fialka 80+ Ron Davis 22 Zoomersrun.com FULL RESULTS LISTED ON WWW.ZOOMERSRUN.COM For Rules and Regulations on the 2016 Adult Race Series and also the qualifying Races along with an option to OPT IN to the Race Series, please go to: www.zoomersrun.com
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Zoomers Race Series 2016 Rules and Regs (Adults) Race Series Points will be awarded as follows: 10 pts Overall Male and Female 8 pts Master Male and Female (age 40+) 8 pts Grand Master Male and Female (age 50+) 8 pts Sr. Grand Master Male and Female (age 60+) 8 pts Veterans Male and Female (age 70+) 6 pts 1 st Place in age group Male and Female 4 pts 2 nd Place in age group Male and Female 3 pts 3 rd Place in age group Male and Female 2 pts completing the Race All races will be considered as part of the race series; however, only your best 6 races will be scored (6 races must be run as a minimum). You must OPT IN to be eligible to earn points for the 2016 Race Series. You can sign up anytime of the year. Once enrolled, you start earning points. If you don t sign up then you don t get any points. To OPT IN, please go to www.zoomersrun.com and click on Race Series. Points are NOT retroactive; you will start accumulating points from the time you OPT IN. A confirmation email will be sent to you. If you do not get one, contact ZoomersRaceSeries@gmail.com. Whatever Age you are on December 31, 2016, you will be placed in the appropriate age group and you will remain there throughout the Entire race series. This only applies to the Zoomers Race Series Scores. Points are cumulative throughout the year. Only paid and active adult members of Zoomers, over 20 yrs of age, will be awarded points. If your membership is expired, you will be removed from the series scores until membership is renewed and will not earn points for races during that lapse of time. Scores are decided by the Race Director and Timing Company for each race. Zoomers is NOT responsible for race results. Scores will reflect as published for each race. It is the participant s responsibility to locate the volunteer sign in sheet at each volunteer opportunity to sign in. If you do not sign the volunteer sheet, you do not get credit. Volunteer at least (1) of the following Zoomers Volunteer Opportunities: (List Subject to Change as Opportunities Arise): Active Suncoast ½ - Water Stop Harbour Heights 5k & Half Water Stop Myakka River 5k & Half Water Stop Trick or Trot 5k Zoomers Turkey Raffle Run Habitat for Humanity Turkey Trot 5k Racing series point totals will be posted on the Zoomer s website after each race. Mistakes happen, so it is the responsibility of each Race Series participant to check their points and report any discrepancies. Please report any errors to ZoomersRaceSeries@gmail.com If there is a tie, both winners will receive the same award. Awards will be presented at the Annual Awards Banquet. 25 Zoomersrun.com
ZOOMERS SOUTHWEST FLORIDA RUNNING & TRIATHLON CLUB P.O. Box 380276, Murdock, FL 33938, www.zoomersrun.com First Name Last Name Date of Birth 1. 2. 3. 4. Street Address City, State, Zip Membership Fee: Please check one: New Membership Renewal of active membership Returning member (membership expired ) Check box to get newsletter by mail I m interested in volunteering Home Phone Work/Cell Circle Amount Single Family Student 1yr $20 $25 $5 2 yr $35 $45 $10 3yr $50 $65 $15 Business Membership $75 for one year Release: I know that running, biking, swimming & volunteering to work at Club Events & road races is a potentially hazardous activity & that I should not enter & participate unless I am medically able & properly trained. I agree to abide by any race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running this event including but not limited to: falls contact with other participants, the effect of the weather, including low or high temperatures &/or humidity, traffic & the conditions of the course, all such risks being known & appreciated by me. Having read this waiver & knowing these facts & in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, my-self & anyone entitled to act on my behalf waive & release the Road Runners Club of America, the Zoomers Running Club and its Officers, Members & Volunteers, & all Sponsors, their representatives, employees & successors from any & all claims & liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in any Club event or carelessness of the per-sons named in this waiver. Further, I grant to all of the forgoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings or any other record while participating in Club events for legitimate purposes. Signature of Primary Member: Date: Referred by : Sign Up Online @ http://www.sportssignup.com/zoomers-southwest-florida-running-and-triathlon-club-online- Zoomersrun.com P.O. BOX 380276 MURDOCK, FL 33938 HAVE YOU MOVED? PLEASE BE SURE TO UPDATE YOUR CURRENT ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS SO THAT ZOOMERS CAN KEEP YOU UPDATED TOO! 26 Zoomersrun.com
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Are you on Facebook? Check out or pages and keep up with what is happening in Zoomers https://www.facebook.com/zoomersnewsphotos https://www.facebook.com/groups/zoomersrun/ Need people to run with? Zoomers Facebook is the place to go. Members are posting where they are running so you can join. Look for information on the Zoomers Facebook Page!! 28 Zoomersrun.com
We hope you have enjoyed this edition of The Finish Line. Join us again in August From the Editors Desk If you would like to submit an article to The Finish Line Newsletter, please email it in Word format to TinaMElkins@aol.com by the 20th of the month preceding this monthly newsletter. Please submit to newsletter by July 20 for the August issue. We welcome you to share your personal experiences (running or otherwise), family vacations, photos, etc. Please do keep in mind there is a 300 word limit on all articles. 29 Zoomersrun.com