Author: karen

The Homestretch

“What goes through the mind of a runner after a very tough 45k of effort, concentration and sometimes rough weather like last year, and with only three more kilometres to go? Exhaustion, yes, but also the adrenaline that gives you the confidence that your legs will manage the final descent...

June 11, 2017 – Hollyburn Chute Videos

Karen Chow’s first attempt recording training run videos.  The faint repetitive clicking noise is the camera lens focusing on speedy runners.  Oops,  chalk this up to a learning experience.    😛 This album  contains 14 videos showing runners nimbly scampered down Hollyburn Chute with a dash of humor. ? Note:  The proceeds of all photo  and video purchases are donated...

June 11, 2017 – Training run photos by Salvador Miranda

Below are Salvador Miranda’s two photo albums from Sunday training run. First album: Start of the training run at Cypress Cross Country Ticket Booth. Second album:  Running across Cleveland Dam.  On race day, this is the midpoint of the race. Note:  The proceeds of all photo purchase are donated to North Shore...

Knee Knacker: Doughnut Let Anyone Tell You that You Can’t

“Dreaming of Doughnuts…or, whatever gets you to the Finish Line in Panorama Park after 30 Knee Knackering miles!  Visualization is important, be it these yummy doughnuts, a juicy slice of orange, a sip (or two) of your favourite adult beverage, cheers of family and friends, or maybe seeing the finish clock...