This year, as the pandemic put a damper on just about every organized running event, runners were forced to go virtual. And from May 1 to August 31, more than two dozen Steeplechasers went virtual in a big way by running 1,000 kilometers (or more!) over the course of those four summertime months. They racked…
The week’s spotlight is on someone who has done so much for the club behind the scenes, is a past club President, and you have seen him volunteer at several events. This week’s spotlight is on our very own Technology Dude, Lou King.“I used to play indoor soccer. I was one of those people …
We all know the feeling of enjoying a summertime run in the Maryland humidity, when all of a sudden the heat hits hard and suddenly you wish it were February. To help prevent this from happening and ruining your summer running vibes, we sought the input from our members on sharing the shadiest road running…
The week’s spotlight is on someone who is a past club President, biggest promoter of the Steeps, local race director, you have seen him doing race time keeping, encouraging mentor and all around great guy Mark Lawrence.“I know we’ve all been sidetracked in all kinds of ways by this pandemic. It’s certainly a difficult …
Hello running family, I hope everyone is staying healthy in these highly unusual times. As we navigate through these rough and confusing months, now is the time to “come together” and lean on each other to ensure everyone gets through this safely. We all know some people who have been affected one way or another…
We all have our own story and reasons to start running, some not as pretty as others. This member had determination and did not give up. This week our featured Steeplechaser Spotlight is on Jenny Ribecca.“The year I turned 41, I learned that I had osteopenia as a result of my history with eating …
Part 2 of 2 In part one, the causes of plantar fasciitis were discussed. In part two we will discuss different treatments for this condition. Treatments are widely varied and the proverbial “one shoe does not fit all” (pun intended) applies. When treating this condition, use conservative measures first then move to less conservative …
“Like many people in the club, I first heard about the Steeplechasers from Mark Lawrence at the start line for a 5K. While I had been into exercising for years, mainly it was classes at the gym. I never did any running until I started the Couch to 5K program in preparation for my school’s…
The Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club has announced six hardworking, deserving recipients for its 2020 FSRC Memorial Scholarship. This year, three male and three female athletes from Frederick County received a total of $9,500 from the club, which it raised through its annual “Rick’s Run” event and sponsor contributions.Sophie Geernaert (Urbana High …
Part 1 of 2 By Dr. Lisa Ortiz of Spring Ridge ChiropracticThe morning alarm sounds. You hit the button and get out of bed. As you start walking, OUCH! There goes that familiar pain again. You limp for a while and the pain lessens a little. Maybe you even tough it out to fit …
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