Yoga for Runners by Coach Steve Ilg
I just read this post by my coach, Steve Ilg Read the Entire 7-20-08 Post
“precisely why most yoga teachers prefer to distance themselves from
the notion that distance running is yoga! “Running ruins yoga,” i’ve
been told by yoga ‘teachers’ since the eighties. not in this Tribe,
baby. in this Tribe? we uphold running as did the Ancient Masters; we
consider running for what it truly is…an unequaled pilgrimage of
sweat, self, and the long, silent distance. by the time i got back to
Flagstaff at the end of my two consecutive days of racing against the
Hopi’s on their ancestral, sacred lands my battered feet looked the
worse for their wear. within five days, i would take these feet and run
them up the Sacred Peak, producing three layers of blisters. Yoga is
intended to be self-confrontational. For until you confront your
various ’selves’, transformation - let alone transcendance - is
impossible. that is why, in WF, everything that the human body is
capable of is considered yoga practice. in WF, nothing is ever pushed
away from yoga. it’s all yoga. especially triple-layered blisters
begotten from confronting ones limits during endurance footracing.” - Coach Steve Ilg
Doggie Dash - Splash and Dash
You gotta watch this video.
Once they lined up, I knew I had recorded gold. This was a great way to wrap up our 5k day.
Please share this video with others and spread the SoCalRunning.com word. Thanks!
Dog Focused, Steve Mackel - Animal Trainer
Other Fun Free Events - Incendio at Levitt Pavilion Saturday Night, July 12, in Pasadena
Not to be missed - Free Incendio Concert at the Levitt Pavilion in Pasadena at 8 PM. Incendio is an acclaimed world-guitar-fusion trio. I’ve seen them and they are incredible. So you can look for me there Saturday night and join my party. Levitt Pavilion is in the park on the corner of Walnut and Raymond.
For a sample check out their web site at: Listen to a sample of Incendio’s music.
Ok, it is not running but I’ll always plug cool free events like my Thursday night Trail Run and “Yoga for Runners” at the SE end of parking lot I on the grass starting at 6:30 PM for the run and yoga at 7:15 PM. Come for both or either, it is your choice.
This show is outdoors and you’ll probably be sitting on grass. You probably need to sneak in some wine, or there is a wine bar across the street but blankets and picnic are perfect for this beautiful outdoor setting.
Listen Focused, Steve Mackel - Bassist
Pacific Open Water Challenge ‘08 - Post Race Interviews
I had just finished a 1 mile swim (that was longer than a mile), threw on my running shoes and hit the bike path and ran a 5k. Boy, I was tired after that swim and it showed in my run time. I still managed a podium spot but it is more about the finishing without a lot of specific training. Just training with the Beach Runners got me through
It was a great event, one to put on your calendar for next June. Watch this video. Comments welcome!
Race Focused, Steve Mackel USA Triathlon Coach
Trail Run, Yoga, Party, Real Fireworks Tonight
Last week’s crew for our Yoga for Runners and Trail Run
In the 3rd of July tradition, tonight is a workout followed by a party and fireworks. It starts with a 40 minute trail run, 30 minute “Yoga for Runners,” a patriotic party in Altadena and a real fireworks show (the best kept secret in the Pasadena area).
We will meet at the grass area just south of the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center - parking lot I.
The Run starts at 6:30 PM, the Yoga will start at 7:15 and finish tonight around 7:50 PM. If you can’t make the run come for the yoga at 7:15 PM. At that time I will expose the fireworks party and the fireworks start at 9:15 PM.
Party requirements - bring something you like to drink. Some good food will be provided. I am packing my party clothes in my car, picking up my girlfriend then heading over to the party. Friends and kids are welcome.
Now for the legal stuff:
This workout and party is free and open to anyone (all levels welcome).
You need to bring: Everything you would when going out for a run, water, yoga mat or towel, something warm as it tends to cool down towards the end of yoga.
You as always are responsible for yourself. Run, yoga, party, watch a fireworks show responsibly
Train Focused,
Steve Mackel, USA Triathlon Coach
Mc Diet - anything for a buck
TO WATCH THE MCDONALDS DIET STORY AT RenegadeHealth.com CLICK HERE
This link to RenegadeHealth.com is great. It takes Kevin a full minute to get into it but hang in there for his opinion of one of the most interesting health related stories this week, the Mc Diet.
Train Focused, Steve Mackel - Co-founder SoCalRunning.com
Yoga for Runners - Adds A Trails Run Starting Tonight, and Every Thursday
Trail Running and “Yoga for Runners” in conjunction with Lululemon
It is time to bump up the training, increase strength, work on our flexibility, breathe consciously and focus our minds. Starting tonight at 6:30 PM we will go out on a 40 minute trail run followed by a 45 minute “Yoga for Runners” class.
The total training will last about 1.5 hours. The Run starts at 6:30 PM, the Yoga will start at 7:15 and finish at 8 PM. If you can’t make the run come for the yoga at 7:!5 PM.
As always, you are responsible for your own safety. Please be considerate to other people on the trails and join me in coming back to the RBAC with a piece of trash. Help keep our trails clean!
In case I have an update or need to make changes, please check SoCalRunning every Thursday or even better, become a member.
Every other week everyone is welcome to join at a local restaurant for some food and drink. Location and address will be posted on SoCalRunning.
Train Focused,
Steve Mackel, Lululemon Ambassador
Beach Runners Training Program Video
This video was taken last Saturday as we just started our Spring/Summer Training session. Please click the play button and watch it. Now is the time to join! Learn how to join the program
Just email me and ask me any questions.
Train Focused, Steve Mackel Beach Runners Head Coach
Yoga for Runners At Lululemon Canceled Because of Rain
No yoga tonight because it is raining in Pasadena. Why does that matter? Aren’t most yoga classes inside? Yes but not ours. I call it urban yoga, practiced outside. So instead of slipping around we’ll take tonight off. Please spend few moments practicing some asanas or poses.
Train Focused, Steve Mackel - Lululemon Ambassador
Steve Teaches ChiRunning® Posture Techniques
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