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Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Want an official 2009 Nike+ Human Race Dri Fit tee?
1. Join the ambassador challenge - "Ken: daRevoluCHIN" is YOUR team: http://bit.ly/AmbassadorChallenge
2. Join the Human Race: http://bit.ly/HumanRaceRegistraion
3. Become a fan of your fav ambassador: http://bit.ly/daRevoluCHIN
Ken Chin
312.380.5932
http://bit.ly/daRevoluCHIN
http://twitter.com/daRevoluCHIN
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
2009 Nike+ Human Race!! RAFFLE PRIZE!!
- Join the ambassador challenge - "Ken: daRevoluCHIN" is YOUR team: http://bit.ly/AmbassadorChallenge
- Join the Human Race: http://bit.ly/HumanRaceRegistraion
- Become a fan of your fav ambassador: http://bit.ly/daRevoluCHIN
- Meet the other ambassadors: http://bit.ly/daRevoluCHINambassador
- WIN A Nike+ SPORTBAND!:
- Forward me your confirmation that you signed up for the Human Race (daRevoluCHIN@gmail.com);
- Proof that you joined my team, "Ken: daRevoluCHIN," in the ambassador challenge (screenshot is perfecto!);
- AND, tell me the name of the Nike creator of the "Nike Free". Of the correct reponses, I will draw one winner but if the response is THAT great, I may throw another prize in there! GOOD LUCK!
Monday, August 17, 2009
Join daRevoluCHIN! Either be a part of it, or get run over by it on 10.24.2009!
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Friday, August 14, 2009
Win a Nike+ Sportband or Other Prizes Tomorrow Morning!
Ken Chin
Friday, August 7, 2009
Tomorrow's 16 Mile Route; Cancellations; Lightning
- Head south from starting point at North Avenue to 7.5 mile marker (Ohio St just after the fountain).
- Head back north on the running path to the very end (the circle at Hollywood).
- Head back south on the running path to our starting location.
- No runs labor day weekend (20 miler on Saturday, Sept 5; nor the Fleet Feet run on Monday, Sept 7)--more than likely, there will be an informal gathering of folks for the 20 mile run so just listen or ask around at the upcoming runs.
- No 20 miler with Nike on Sept 19. We are highly encouraging everyone to participate in CARA's Ready to Run on Sunday the 20th. It's a great, organized event. 20 miles point to point with support the entire way, food and entertainment at the end (South Shore Cultural Center) and buses back to the start (Foster).
Phone: 312.380.5932
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Preliminary Announcement-Nike Chicago Marathon Training
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Begin forwarded message:
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Subject: Training runs continue every Thursday during the spring
Hello Friends,
Just want to drop you a reminder that you can run with Nike Run Club this spring every Thursday at Niketown at 630pm. As always, there are 3, 5, and 7 miles routes, footwear trials (you should all refresh your shoes if you haven't in the past 6 months), bagels, water, and a great social atmosphere - and it's all complimentary.
We know everybody is itching to find out what is coming up for the summer. We're still working on finalizing details but we can tell you that for Chicago there will be 4 training runs per week starting in mid-June, including a downtown Saturday morning marathon long run led by pacers. Also, new this year there will be 2 runs per week (one weekday and one Saturday long run) in the suburbs. Specific details to come in a couple weeks!
Quick shout out to everyone who is running Boston on Monday and those heading to Nashville for the Country Music Marathon & 1/2 Marathon next weekend!
Hope this message finds you healthy and excited for the upcoming season.
Best,
Nike Running
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Friday, February 6, 2009
Free Shamrock Shuffle Entries!
> Subject: Win Shamrock Shuffle Entries!
>
> Hi Friends,
>
> If you weren't able to sign up for the Shamrock Shuffle before it
> sold-out, here is the your first opportunity from Nike to win a
> complimentary race entry:
>
> Join the 'Run and Get Lucky Shamrock Shuffle Challenge' on http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http://nikeplus
> .com and start making your runs lucky!
>
> THE CHALLENGE:
>
> Do you Believe in making your Runs Lucky? Between February 7 and
> March 7, Lucky Runners everywhere may participate in the Run and Get
> Lucky Shamrock Shuffle Challenge and can make their own Luck. Three
> lucky runners who log at least 50 miles will be eligible to win a
> complimentary entry into the Nike-sponsored sold-out Bank of America
> Shamrock Shuffle 8K in Chicago on March 29, 2009.
>
> JOIN NOW:
>
> http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http://nikeplus.nike.com%2Fnikeplus%2F%3Fl%3Dall_challenges%2C1950035111
>
> Stay tuned to learn more ways to earn an entry into the sold-out
> Shamrock Shuffle.
>
> Happy running this weekend!
>
> -Nike Running
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Monday, January 26, 2009
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!
Gretchen ran a 3:38 in Miami and, thus, achieved her goal of qualifying for Boston!!!
Congratulations to Gretchen and each Club RunCHI member who also raced this weekend (and any other weekend we weren’t aware of)!!!
Keep me informed and I’ll” brag it up” for ya! ;)
-Ken
Ken Chin
http://KenChinUSA.blogspot.com
SHAMROCK SHUFFLE ABOUT SOLD OUT!
FYI regarding the note on the Shamrock Shuffle site…
“The Shamrock Shuffle is now over 30,000 registrants and will close before Friday 1/30/09.”
I heard through the grapevine that they may already have OVER 35,000 even though their limit was stated as 32,250. Therefore, if you haven’t registered yet but planned on it, REGISTER NOW as it can close at any time! Use this direct link: http://www.active.com/framed/event_detail.cfm?EVENT_ID=1657302&CHECKSSO=0&RESET=0.
SIDENOTE: If you didn’t know, there is a Nike Dri-Fit shirt in addition to the great race.
SEE YOU AT NIKETOWN ON THURSDAY!
-Ken
Ken Chin
http://KenChinUSA.blogspot.com
Thursday, January 22, 2009
GOOD LUCK, GRETCHEN!
running the Miami Marathon this weekend!
I won't disclose her goals unless she wants to share them herself!
GO GRETCHEN!
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Ken Chin
Chicago, IL
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
http://KenChinUSA.blogspot.com
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
"RUN CHI" sent you a message on Facebook...
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Subject: Run Chi tomorrow at Niketown at 630
Hi Friends,
It's going to be a blazing 32 degrees tomorrow! So come out and get a run in
with Run Chi at Niketown tomorrow at 630pm.
Friendly reminder to everyone: If you haven't done so already, don't forget
to register for the B of A Shamrock Shuffle 8K on March 29. Word on the
street is it's already 60%+ soldout, so hurry up and secure your spot! Also,
if you want to make sure you don't miss out on special shopping events,
contests, training runs, and other insider info on the event make sure to
opt-in for communication from Nike.
See you soon.
GJ
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Friday, January 16, 2009
Fwd: $1 Yoga Makes a Nike Running Experience Even More Special!!!
SUPPOSED TO BE AT THIS EVENT...NOW. ;) It's on from 6-10.
See ya there!!!
Ken
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Okay...okay...
$1/session Yoga isn't exactly what it sounds like. BUT, it can be
that, a little more, or a little less. "What do you mean, Ken?"
Margo Kellison, a Nike sponsored Yoga Instructor in Chicago, is
launching her new studio, Vessel Yoga. Watch her in action here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxMUOC8K2uE. Many of you will remember
her from our post long-run classes during Nike's free marathon
training program.
For the entire month of January, you pay $30 and take as many yoga
(unlimited!) classes you want at her studio for 30 days. Yes, you can
purchase on the last day of January and enjoy your unlimited yoga
experience for 30 days into February. See how it can be less or more
than $1 per session depending on how many times you go?
Want to learn more?
Well, there is a complimentary evening of Yoga and cocktails next
Friday, January 16, from 6-10pm. Meet other Yoga enthusiasts as well
as THE instructor herself! You can also make your purchase that
evening.
Not ready that night? Or, you want to start earlier or later? Cash
in the free yoga session (see attached) separate from next Friday to
see what she's all about and then sign up!
Full schedule information is attached. Updated hours, possibly with
later start times after the typical 8-5 work day, will be in place
beginning around March/April.
Please let me know if you have any questions or contact Margo directly
at vesselyoga@gmail.com.
You will DEFINITELY find my injured body there!
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Ken Chin
Chicago, IL
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
http://KenChinUSA.com
Monday, January 12, 2009
$1 Yoga Makes a Nike Running Experience Even More Special!!!
$1/session Yoga isn't exactly what it sounds like. BUT, it can be
that, a little more, or a little less. "What do you mean, Ken?"
Margo Kellison, a Nike sponsored Yoga Instructor in Chicago, is
launching her new studio, Vessel Yoga. Watch her in action here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxMUOC8K2uE. Many of you will remember
her from our post long-run classes during Nike's free marathon
training program.
For the entire month of January, you pay $30 and take as many yoga
(unlimited!) classes you want at her studio for 30 days. Yes, you can
purchase on the last day of January and enjoy your unlimited yoga
experience for 30 days into February. See how it can be less or more
than $1 per session depending on how many times you go?
Want to learn more?
Well, there is a complimentary evening of Yoga and cocktails next
Friday, January 16, from 6-10pm. Meet other Yoga enthusiasts as well
as THE instructor herself! You can also make your purchase that
evening.
Not ready that night? Or, you want to start earlier or later? Cash
in the free yoga session (see attached) separate from next Friday to
see what she's all about and then sign up!
Full schedule information is attached. Updated hours, possibly with
later start times after the typical 8-5 work day, will be in place
beginning around March/April.
Please let me know if you have any questions or contact Margo directly
at vesselyoga@gmail.com.
You will DEFINITELY find my injured body there!
--
Ken Chin
Chicago, IL
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
http://KenChinUSA.com
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Niketown Cancelled tonight
Friday, October 31, 2008
Chicago Marathon Re-cap + NYC Marathon, Here I Come!
So---Chicago Marathon 2008---What Do I Have to Say?!?
By far, I must say that as a race, it was SO much better than last year. And, I hope that the same, if not more, amount of emails that were sent to complain last year were sent this year to give kudos to the organizers, numerous volunteers, etc. for ensuring effective communication of course conditions and providing an adequate arsenal of fluids!
When I saw the flags had changed from yellow to red, I grew a bit worried--"Will I actually get to complete the entire course this year before the color changes to black?!? I BETTER!" Then, there was the part of me secretly hoping that I could stop because in the moment...well...IT SUCKED! My quads cramped quite regularly beginning around 15 miles and when I went to stretch them the opposite hamstring would cramp. OUCH! My stretch ended up simply being a gradual pullover to the side of the course and slowly squatting to get a nice stretch.
I can hypothesize and overanalyze until I am purple in the face to wonder why I cramped so much. It was probably all that salt loss and I just may not have been replenishing my water adequately even though I thought I was. Nevertheless, I am armed with some salt tablets for NYC.
I was pretty much solo along the course throughout with an occasional bump into a Nike RunCHI friend here and there, but it was me, the handy iPod, and those random spectators that connected with me simply by reading my name sharpied onto my arms. "Ken, bro...you're doin' great!" This I would hear regularly as I walked through water stops and maybe afterwards even. Never did I hear, "WHY THE HELL ARE YOU WALKING?!?" which was a big fear.
What highlights can I remember?
Well, LAKEVIEW ROCKS! I was SO energized by those crowds, it was AMAZING! It wasn't like the many other crowds I ran passed which were dead silent. My partner, Scott, described it perfectly as a graduation ceremony where they scream for their one person and then leave. Yeah, that kinda sucked. But, that's why I had iPod with Nike+ to talk to me. I simply popped those babies in my ears and the silence ceased.
FLEET FEET--I looked forward to getting to that point because I had my racing team singlet on and wanted to be spotted so I could collect an awesome picture later in the month! I hope you got me, Fleet Feet!!!!
CHINATOWN--Those are my people! What I remember from here was that I was walking in front of the camera but I think I did a good job of covering my bib. OH YEAH...AND, I remember the spectators being SO far into the middle of the street. BACK UP FOLKS! YOU WERE HOGGING SOME OF OUR NEEDED SHADE! I also remember having a point to run to, that being the bridge with shade so I could pull over and stretch AGAIN. As I was doing so, in front of spectators that left me alone (thank you!), one Asian lady came up to me in broken English and said, "You do a goot job...onry 2 mires to a go..." I said thank you while thinking to myself--WOMAN, DO YOU KNOW IT'S ACTUALLY 4 MORE?!? But, it was really cute and sweet of her. It was all with good intentions and I appreciated it. I went on my merry way to run through what felt like the desert until we made our way to state and part of Michigan which had some nice shade.
"ONE MILE TO GO" SIGN-- That----WAS---THE---LONGEST---MILE---OF---MY---LIFE! Here is shuffling Ken since about mile 23.5 ish. I can't remember. Ken isn't walking because he's suppose to run into his supporters between 22 and 26. I looked for EVERY yellow sign I could. I turned down my iPod. I didn't see anything. I didn't HEAR anything? Up Roosevelt I go...were people cheering or quiet again? I don't remember. I just remember still looking for signs. As I neared the top...nope...not them. I became bummed but quickly I caught a glimpse of...
"FINISH"
I forgot about that disappointment of "where the hell are they?!?" and made my way to the finish. Could I kick? Umm..NO... It was very much an "I think I can, I think I can, I KNOW I can!" moment.
Friday, October 10, 2008
Thursday, October 9, 2008
The ladybug bit me!
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
[ChicagoNikeRunners] Marathon Pep Rally!!!
Whether you're running the marathon or just want to support the marathon runners and be part of something big, come out to the MaRaTHon PEP RALLY this Thursday @ 6:30pm at NIKETOWN!
The pep rally will include:
* 6 Nike athletes in attendance!
- Alan Webb, Shalane Flanagan, Joan Benoit-Samuelson, LaShawn Merritt, Sanya Richards, Dathan Ritzenheim
* Complimentary catering!
* 3-mile FUN RUN to loosen up those pre-marathon leg muscles!
* Special gift for the first 100 people!
* Music, fun and raffles!!
ALL RUNNERS ARE WELCOME!!! Let's pack the house!!!
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Please note that this list is not run by Nike-- Instead, it is run by a huge fan!
To subscribe to this group, send a message to ken@kenchinusa.com with the subject "Subscribe to Chicago Nike Runners"
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
Monday, October 6, 2008
Marathon Weather
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
Saturday, October 4, 2008
The day is ALMOST here!
I can't believe that we are about 1 week away from the Chicago
Marathon and 3 weeks after then to the NYC Marathon.
I caught myself several times during training this summer asking
myself, "WHY?!?" That started about 4 weeks into training (mid July),
dwindled, and then mainly during long runs in THE HEAT AND HUMIDITY!
The first round was from the exhaustion of training for/pacing 2
seasons of half marathon programs for CES after last year's marathon.
I simply needed a break. That break will come FINALLY come on NOV
THIRD! After NYC, it's party free time!
The second round was just because of the difficulty of those runs in
the heat and humidity. I just don't run well in heat with high
humidity. And, I hope to some day learn how to do it like a stealth
bomber without issues.
Nevertheless, the first of my two marathons within one month adventure
will soon be over. My several nights of teeth grinding, anxiety, and
nightmares can, hopefully, be over and I can move on.
It sounds like I'm ending a significant chapter in my life in about 1
month.
I'm not.
It will continue. I will just let Ken rest a little so he can come
back strong and decide which race will be next...but after that well
needed rest time. I'm longing for that mental recovery time to get re-
ignited. I'm looking forward to again having another activity to look
forward to instead of running. Recently, I proposed a cooking class
that my partner, Scott, and I could go to so I could actually learn to
cook.
What else can I do?!?
Well, whatever the options may be...running will undoubtedly continue.
I'm not committing, but the marathon may come back to life for Ken
Chin in 2009 as well.
Everyone: have fun and best of luck.
Stay tuned here for more light updates leading up to both of my big
days.
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Nike Cheer Zones!
Are your friends and family coming out to cheer you on as you complete 26.2 amazing miles?!? Or are YOU heading out on October 12th to support your friends or family members (or to just check out cute runners) accomplish something AMAZING?
Well, whatever category you fall in, the Nike cheer zones are the go-to destination for spectators at the Chicago Marathon! Spectators will receive free cheer gear as well as being surrounded by cheer groups, tons of great energy and lots of music!! Below are the details! See you there!
Mile 15.5 - Nike Cheer Station
(Jackson & Ashland)
Mile 22.5 - Nike's Motivational Zone
(33rd Street & Wentworth)
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
Sunday, September 21, 2008
My past week...
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
Saturday, September 20, 2008
How to Represent @ Tomorrow's Nike Read To Run 20 Miler?
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Ok, I was excited...
Lynn R, Matt P and I did the Nookies breakfast and conversation thing and then I went to the gym to get an upper body, abs, and 20 minute cycling in. There was no way I could have gone home first because I would have hit the couch and passed out because I was up at 4:30am. Yes, a half hour later than usual.
We shall see what tomorrow brings...but I may enjoy the rest and just stretch so I can ease into next Sunday's Nike Ready to Run 20 miler. Having completed last week's 20, I'm actually EXCITED for next week's! Let's see what my gameplan ends up being--stick with the group or run through the water stops (if possible!).
Before I end, I should mention that after last Monday's cold, rainy run, I did complete the 10 miles running from my place downtown up to almost Foster Ave and back to Belmont to catch the bus. The idea of a full loop just didn't sound appealing by the time I got up to about Diversey so I made the decision to change the course a little. It was PERFECT! I got my 6x1200s in (not the 8 that I thought) followed by 800 cooldowns and felt good overall. It was a bit cool but great overall. I'll take cool over hot and humid ANY day!
Wednesday was a no workout day--we were supposed to get into a special viewing of Burn After Reading, but that was a bust because the theater was at capacity.
Thursday was a nice 5 miler with a negative split--we did an overall 8:52 pace. It was a bit humid but ok overall.
We are in the home stretch to the marathon...and almost home stretch for my running of the NYC marathon as well!
I'm still able to use my ligaments with no major issues so I hope, KNOCK ON WOOD, I continue to be GOLDEN!
RUN CLUB CANCELLED FOR TODAY...
Sleep up for next week's 20!!!
Ken
Sent from my iPhone
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
My Challenge of the Day...
Ken Chin is making a deal and will do his run with the speed work if he can get $26.20 in donations to his cause by 6 CST http://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA.
In less than 5 minutes, I had a donation for that amount! Now, I have NO out and have to do my 10 miles with 8x1200s with 800 cooldowns between each tonight!
Thanks, Megan!!!
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
I hope the sign continues to say "DON'T WALK!"
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
Join this 2008 Northside Southside Challenage for the Chicago Marathon!
Monday, September 8, 2008
Nike Club RunCHI Happenings This Week...
Monday @ Fleet Feet
Marathon training workout: 6 miles easy
Raffle: $25 Fleet Feet gift card
Tuesday @ Running Away
Marathon training workout: 6x1200 repeats with 800 recovery (10 miles total)
Raffle: $25 Running Away gift card
Thursday @ NIKETOWN
Marathon training mileage: 5 miles (negative split)
A physical therapist from Flexeon will be on-site
Saturday @ Foster Avenue
Marathon training mileage: 8 miles
Post-run yoga and Jamba Juice
Raffle: Two $50 Jamba Juice gift cards
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Recap on this past week
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
Friday, September 5, 2008
Saturday Morning 20 Miler Weather!
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
My log and catching up on what I didn't blog about.
+ abs class.
+Pushup. Challenge (tough!)
Yesterday...
Did 3x1200 with half mile cool down after each + 1.6 warmup to and from.
Monday
Was overall upper after 20 mind on the bike.
Sunday...duh!
Da human race! With the crowds and heat, completed the course in
52:17. Overall, a good time except for the crowds being walls blocking
a times.
I don't think j ever posted that I got my start corral for the
marathon (D) after the CDC half...they adjusted the qualification due
to the course being too long.
Let's say I'm caught up here for now and ignore all the other days I
didn't blog, k?!?
Sent from my iPhone
Monday, September 1, 2008
Running Warehouse 15% Off Discount Code & Free Shipping
Thank you for contacting Running Warehouse. We have set up a 15% discount
for you.
This discount cannot be used with any other discounts and is
only valid for online purchases. The discount code is RUNCHID and may be
entered on the following page: http://www.runningwarehouse.com/clubs.html.
To ensure you receive the discount on your order, start by entering your
discount code into the ³Enter your team¹s code² area first, hit return and
the discount should appear in your cart.
If at any time during the shopping period ³cancel order² is clicked, it is
necessary to re-enter the discount code.
Currently, discounts do not apply to Asics or Mizuno products.
Discount codes are of a limited quantity and are assigned based on the
assumption they will be used consistently by the bulk of the members in your
group. If the code you are assigned is not used on a regular basis, it will
be assigned to another group. Generally speaking a code that is inactive
for a 6 month period would be defined as inactive.
Please note the customer service staff will not give out codes over the
phone. The only way team members may retrieve the code is by contacting
you. We reserve the right to cancel or change the
discount at anytime.
Thank you for choosing Running Warehouse.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
08.31.08 IS HERE!
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Ken Chin
Ken@KenChinUSA.com
https://www.active.com/donate/run2008/KenChinUSA
