Thanks for a Great Season!

The marathon season is over and with that we are officialy closed for spring and summer. Training will resume in August for those wanting to run Rock N Roll Arizona. We'll work with you on a one-on-one basis if you are interested in running a fall marathon. We will do some group fun runs this spring and summer so check back from time to time and feel free to contact me anytime.

Regards,

Brian Craze

Heat Disease Alert

The most common health problem among endurance exercisers is heat disease. This is a serious condition which has resulted in death in a high percentage of cases, even in highly trained, young athletes.

Prevention:
During hot weather, exercise at the coolest time (usually before sunrise)
Drink water all day long
Avoid caffeine, alcohol and other drugs
Wear clothing that is light and loose
East small, low fat snacks which you know will not cause you distress (far enough ahead)
Don’t significantly increase duration or intensity
Slow down pace even more to adjust for heat, humidity and hills – especially in the beginning
Take walk-breaks more often on hot days

Symptoms:
Intense heat buildup in the head, significant headache, general overheating of the body
General confusion and loss of concentration and muscular control
Over-sweating and then cessation of sweating, clammy skin and excessive breathing
Extreme tiredness, upset stomach, muscle cramps, vomiting, feeling faint

Risk Factors:
Sleep deprivation
Infection (viral, bacterial, etc.)
Dehydration (avoid alcohol and caffeine)
Severe sunburn, skin irritation
Unaccustomed to hot weather
Overweight
Untrained for specific training session
Occurrence(s) of heat disease in the past
Under medications – especially the following: cold medicines, diuretics, medicines for diarrhea, tranquilizers, antihistamines, atropine and scopolamine
The following medical conditions: high cholesterol, high blood pressure, under extreme stress, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, drug use (including alcohol), cardiovascular disease, smoking, unfit lifestyle

See a physician who knows the beneficial effects of running and fitness
· Before beginning the program
· If you have any question about any of the above conditions
· If you notice any significant change in body functions, immune response, etc.

Take Action!
Watch for heat disease in group members and take action if you think they are in trouble.
Walk, cool off and get help immediately.

From Marathon! by Jeff Galloway, pp. 189-190
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Rock 'N' Roll Arizona Marathon Training
Start Date: Changed to Aug 4th Scottsdale, Aug 5th Tempe

Breast Cancer Marathon Training
Start Date: August 18th Scottsdale, August 19th Tempe
More Info at http://www.breastcancermarathon.com/

Rock 'N' Roll Arizona 1/2 Marathon Training
Start Date: September 22nd Scottsdale, September 23rd Tempe



Kick-off with Jeff Galloway on August 25th
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725 S.Rural Rd, Tempe AZ 85281

Fun Run with Jeff
Free Running Clinic
Q. & A. Session
Door Prizes
Sing-up for a training
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