By Anne, on January 26th, 2012 Now that the Indoor Marathon relay events are over, you’re just itching to get back to the Pettit for a run, aren’t you? I know we are! We’re looking forward to the Stride & Glide at the Pettit, and this year they’ve added an outdoor 5k next door at State Fair. Read on for more information about the events:
Stride & Glide at the Pettit
IndependenceFirst is hosting our third annual Stride & Glide on March 3, adding an outdoor 5K at Wisconsin State Fair Park to our indoor family-friendly fun run/walk/ice skating event at the Pettit National Ice Center. Both options . . . → Read More: Stride & Glide for IndependenceFirst
By Anne, on January 19th, 2012 Fit Milwaukee would like to introduce one more team for the Indoor Marathon Relay events!
TEAM ZAMBONI!
Kristi
Kristi
The first race I ever did?
Kenosha Tremper Invitational (high school CC) 1997
My favorite piece of running gear?
DryMax socks
What is your favorite Milwaukee area running event?
Storm the Bastille, running through downtown at night!
If you could run anywhere in the world, where would you run?
On a trail (anwhere) as long as it’s fall!
Name the top three items on your running bucket list.
1. qualify for Boston under the new standards
2. run NYC, Chicago, and Marine Corps Marathons
3. run a multi-day relay
Maressa
Maressa
The first race I ever did? . . . → Read More: Meet the Relay Team: Team Zamboni
By Anne, on January 18th, 2012 Fit Milwaukee would like to introduce TEAM B.A.S.E (Ben, Alex, Sheila, Emily aka Boston, Athlete, Stamina, Endurance)
Emily
Emily
The first race I ever did?
The Cudahy run
My favorite piece of running gear?
Headphones or sports bra.
My favorite Milwaukee area running event:
Bastille’s Days and Al’s run.
If you could run anywhere in the world, where would you run?
Ireland.
Name the top three items on your running bucket list.
1. Run a marathon
2. Run my third 1/2 marathon under 2 hours
3. To not fall on my face ever again.
Ben
Ben
The first race I ever did?
Big Berry Run (Cedarburg)
My favorite piece of running gear?
Orange shorts
What is your favorite Milwaukee area . . . → Read More: Meet the Relay Team: Team B.A.S.E.
By Anne, on January 18th, 2012 The big day is coming up: the Milwaukee-area runner’s reunion that we refer to as the Icebreaker Indoor Marathon Relay! Here are a few tips to get you through the day… sort of like an FAQ from what we’ve learned in previous years.
Team Pit Areas: When you arrive at the Pettit Center, once your team captain has picked up your team’s race bag, you will be able to claim a spot for your team along the side of the track. Before the race starts you can place your belongings, warm ups, and water bottles here, and during the race it will . . . → Read More: Tips for the Icebreaker Indoor Marathon Relay
By Anne, on January 16th, 2012 Kristina, Nick and Ryan all have kids in the same class at the same school. Kaari is Kristina’s sister. Their team name is Road Runners, because the mascot at their kids’ school is the roadrunner!
Nick M.
Nick M.
1. How long have you been running?
About a year and a half, though I’ve been active in sports my whole life.
2. If you could run anywhere in the world, where would you run?
If I really had to choose, I would like to run across the Great Wall of China.
3. What other activities do you do to stay in shape?
There are other activities besides running? I . . . → Read More: Meet the Relay Team: Road Runners
By Anne, on November 22nd, 2011 Team Name: Where’s the Beef
Alyssa Feuerer
Alyssa Feuerer
· How long have you been running? Competitively, just about 2 years
· What was the last ‘big’ race you did? Haunted Hustle ½ Marathon, in Middleton, WI
· What is your favorite Milwaukee running event? Run into the New Year 5K, or as I call it, The Champagne Run.
· Do you listen to music when you run? Name three artists or songs that fuel your runs. I usually listen to podcasts – Nerdist, Mohr Stories or TEDTalks. Otherwise I usually listen to TV on the Radio, Daft Punk or Girl Talk
· What other activities . . . → Read More: Meet the Relay Team: Where’s the Beef
By Anne, on November 4th, 2011 Attention, Fit Milwaukeeans!
Important news about the Fit Milwaukee Indoor Marathon Relay:
1. If you are already registered:
We want to feature YOU on the site! Here’s how it works: have your team captain ask the team 3-4 interview questions, and then send us the responses along with a picture of each team member to anne@fitmilwaukee.com. Then, over the course of the next two months we’ll feature each team on our site. See the team profiles from last year for inspiration.
Here are some sample questions (but you should get creative with yours!):
How long have you been running?
What is your favorite . . . → Read More: Important Information for Indoor Marathon Relay Teams!
By Tracey, on January 17th, 2011 It’s almost here! After weeks of profiling teams, the Icebreaker Indoor Marathon Relay is THIS WEEKEND! Hopefully if you have registered for Saturday’s event you’re ready for a great race. Does your team have a strategy? Wondering what to expect? Well, we’ve compiled a list of tips for your team to consider. (Some of these may even apply for those of you running the 5K, half or full marathon.)
Packet Pickup: This year’s packet pickup will be only at the Pettit Center. For the Marathon Relay, we ask that TEAM CAPTAINS ONLY pick up packets. Check the race website for packet pick up . . . → Read More: Race Day Tips for Indoor Marathon Relay Runners
By Tracey, on December 17th, 2010
Lace up your ice skates because the outdoor skating rink is open for the season! Red Arrow Park is located downtown at 920 N. Water St. and is a fun way to get a little exercise while spending time with family and friends. Skate rental is only $7 a pair or skate for free if you bring your own. So why not bundle up and head down for a few laps? Hours are as follows:
Monday-Thursday: 11AM to 9PM
Friday-Saturday: 11AM to 11PM
Sunday- 11AM to 8PM
If you prefer indoor skating, the rink at the Pettit Center is always a good option. Fees range . . . → Read More: It’s Skating Time!
By Amy, on October 25th, 2010 You know you want to be one of the cool kids on a Fit Milwaukee Indoor Marathon Relay team January 22, 2011. In order to guarantee your place on a team, you need to fill out this form no later than 5 p.m. October 27, 2010.
Fit Milwaukee will be meeting this week to assign team captains and teams… and there will be some incentive for your team captain to register your team early… at least one of our teams will have their registration fee refunded! That means your team will get to run for free!
Fit Milwaukee will keep registration open until October . . . → Read More: Indoor Marathon Relay: Join FitMKE!
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