HammerinHank Runs for St. Jude Children's Hospital

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Location:

Fallbrook,CA,USA

Member Since:

Jul 04, 2008

Gender:

Male

Goal Type:

Boston Qualifier

Running Accomplishments:

35 Marathons, ultras and triathlons including the Hawaii Ironman.  I started running for fitness in 1968 and I ran my first road race, the Virginia 10 Miler in 1977.  Currently in the process of running 25 consecutive Marine Corps Marathons and marathons in 50 states.  My athletic endeavors are focused on raising funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and inspiring others to pursue healthy lifestyles.

Short-Term Running Goals:

My short term goal is to qualify for the Boston Marathon this Fall, raise $5K for St. Jude Children's Hospital and to cure my plantar faciatis.  I plan to run the Marine Corps Marathon in October '08, the St. Jude Memphis Marathon in Dec '08, the Catalina Island Marathon in Mar '09, the Boston Marathon in Apr '09, and the Wildflower Triathlon in May '09.  

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run marathons into my 80's.  Complete a marathon or ultra in all 50 states and all the continents.  I would like to inspire other runners to achieve beyond their dreams.  

Personal:

My running world headquarters is located on a small avocado ranch in Fallbrook, California, USA:  Rancho Tres Palmes.  I am a retired U.S. Marine with a wife and 5 children ranging in age from 21 to 2.  I have lived all over the world and speak several languages.  Running has been a great way to meet people from different countries and all walks of life.  Currently, I am the President of the Fallbrook Running and Walking Club and the Washington, DC Roadrunners SLR Group and the Camp Pendleton, CA Triathlon Club.  

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Happy 4th of July!  Last night, I went to bed wearing a Strassburg Sock to stretch my left foot while sleeping to help cure my plantar fasciitis.  The sock, if adjusted properly, exerts a light stretch of the foot throughout the night.  Although some users find the sock uncomfortable, I had no problem sleeping with it.  I'm really determined to cure my problem.  I have also bought some arch support insoles that can be custom fitted at home by warming them in the oven.  More news on the insoles later.  

  Today was my typical combo workout:  51 minutes on my stationary bike, stretching and core strength work followed by a 45 minute trail run.  The weather was really warm today for the run.  Even though the trail course has some shade, it was really warm and I felt slightly dehydrated today.  My goal today was a total of 2 hours working out, anticipating indulging a little bit tonight for the 4th of July.  After the run, my body really demanded calories and after lunch, I also had the first peanut butter & jelly sandwich I've had in months.  It was good!

Night Sleep Time: 8.00Nap Time: 0.00Total Sleep Time: 8.00
Comments
From Scott Zincone on Sat, Jul 05, 2008 at 20:07:39

Welcome to the blog.

I have never run the Virginia 10 Miler, but have certainly heard about it over the years.

Back in 1977, or around that time, didn't Frank Shorter and Bill Rodgers have a couple of classic races there?

From HammerinHank on Sat, Jul 05, 2008 at 22:51:16

Scott,

Thanks for the welcome! I'm just learning my way around the blog but I checked your out. Looks like you have the potential to really run some good times. Your heat is worse than mine. Neither "Boston Billy" or Frank Shorter ran that year... and it was a hot day. Being my first road race, it was a thrill. Do you have any races planned soon?

From Scott Zincone on Sat, Jul 05, 2008 at 23:36:11

I have a 5K in August. The last couple of years my old high school team has an Alumni v. Current Team race. It should be fun. I can't believe it has been 20 years since I graduated. In September I am going to run my first half. Then in November my first marathon.

From HammerinHank on Sun, Jul 06, 2008 at 00:42:21

You're going to have a great Fall. First marathons are always terrific. I hope you have a good training program that will help you avoid all the typical mistakes.

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