Weekend Results from the Peacock 54 miler!

Congratulations to Scot Kuwaye (11:58) for winning this year’s 54 miler, and just beating the 12 hour barrier in doing so. Second and third place overall were two tough Wahines!  Hannah Roberts (12:02) and Julie Doheney (12:09), who led the grueling trail race for most of the day. Scot’s hard training paid off, as he…

When I think about running…

Hiroyuki Haruyama (2:24:12.0) and Bill Turner (2:24:11.7) race into the finish at Sunday’s P.F. Chang 30K, held at Kapiolani Park. “When I think about running, it feels like the best 45-minute investment I make in a day. It’s enjoyable, it makes me feel better, and it’s probably paying dividends in the future. Running is really…

Childhood Obesity and Our Future

If we continue to raise a generation of children who are obese and unhealthy, our future will not be bright.  Other states are taking a stand on this issue. It’s time for Hawaii to step up to this challenge. http://www.thetowntalk.com/article/20101026/OPINION/10260301

Big Weekend of Racing Continues Sunday

In addition to the XTERRA World Championship Triathlon which takes place on Maui, there are plenty of other events taking place around the islands on Sunday. P.F. Chang 30K. The fourth race of the Marathon Readiness Series has a 5am start at Kapiolani Park. http://www.808racehawaii.com/race04.php The Koolina Sports and Fitness Festival includes a Sprint Triathlon, Kids…

The World Comes to Maui

Makena will be host to the XTerra World Championships on Sunday. An international field of 550 triathletes have qualified for this year ending event on Maui. Total purse $105,000. Tune in to see who will be crowned this year’s World Champion: http://www.xterraplanet.com/maui/index.html Earlier today, a 5K and 10K trail race were held as part of…

Another Big Weekend of Racing in Hawaii

First up on Saturday is the Peacock 54 miler. That’s right, 54 miles of trail running! It is the eigth race of the 2010 H.U.R.T. Trail Series which will conclude in January with the 100 Miler. This race takes place in the Waianae Mountains on the rugged West Coast of Oahu. With well over 10,000…

Wedesday Night Running Clubs

Need some motivation to run in the middle of the week on Wednesday nights? There are several opportunities around the island to join up with a free running club. Running with other people is always more fun, and it is a chance for you to meet new friends who live a healthy lifestyle like you…