Laker Loop Challenge 2012

Success! Yesterday, we had a total of 15 runners who ran and finished the 12 mile Laker Loop, which circled Spring Lake. The Challenge was open to any Spring Lake students. Students began training in mid-December and dedicated the past few months to the run. Our runners were a range of runners, from cross country runners to absolute beginners. It was amazing to see the transformation. Temps were a little chilly at the 10am start and luckily for us the powerful winds were out of the south, so the majority of the run was not effected. Runners started at Central Park and ran north into Fruitport to West Spring Lake Road, into Ferrysburg, finishing back into Spring Lake at Central Park. We had two Gatorade stations at mile 4 and mile 8. All the runners came in strong and rightfully very proud of their performances. We even had 4 runners go an extra 1.1 miles to make it a half-marathon finish. Thanks to all the parents and volunteers who came out to cheer on our runners as they accomplished a great challenge! Also, I would also like to thank the communities in the area for understanding the importance of bike/running paths in a community. We are so fortunate to have an amazing trails and walkways to keep our athletes safe. During this challenge, the runners never left the bike path in the entire 12 miles! Great to be a part of such a wonderful community and great kids!

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Only A Week Away From the 2012 Track Season!

The snow is almost gone, and 50 degree days haven't sounded so warm and refreshing...

...it must be track season!

To help reduce the risk of shin splints and by request here is a list of barefoot drills. These can be performed everyday after a run or before you go to bed.

Barefoot Drills: To be done a soft surface at 10m each

Heel to toe on the inside of foot (Pronation) - forward walk
Toe to heel on the inside of foot - backward walk
Heel to toe on the outside of foot (Supination) - forward walk
Toe to heel on the outside of football - backward walk
Heels only - forward
Toes only - backward
Toes only - forward
Heels only - backward

-Coach A