There is currently a waiting list for anyone who did not make the list of 25 for the Big Sur Half Marathon. Please note that this is a waiting list and there is no guarantee of a spot.
Please contact Anthea Dokidis (anthea_dokidisATaffymetrix.com - replace the AT with the @ symbol) if you would like to be placed on this waiting list.
Thanks!
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Monday, September 15, 2008
Time for some new gear?
Are you still running in the same pair of shoes that you wore in high school?
Is cotton a mainstay in your running gear?
Are you drinking only water on your long runs?
There's nothing wrong with doing these things but you may be depriving yourself of what new research and technology has to offer, and keeping yourself from that performance that you have always wanted.
Sneaker technology has a come a long way beyond the days of just a layer of cushion. There are new materials that will do everything from making you run faster to correcting biomechanical issues. More importantly, a new pair of shoes might keep you from getting injured as worn shoes don't provide the same amount of support and impact absorption.
Imagine running with a bucket of water. That's what can happen when you run in cotton clothing. While cotton is soft and comfortable, it's not a great material for sweating in. It absorbs sweat but doesn't wick it away properly. As a result, you can end up carrying a lot of extra weight. Plus, cotton tends to chafe in a bad way when it's wet.
Another way to look at it is that to be caught in your cottons on race day is a little like being caught in your clogs in a Manhattan cocktail party. At best it is 'in' if you can pull it off. At worst, it is 'out' and it is also dysfunctional. Several companies now make technical clothing that wicks away your sweat. They can't help you work up a sweat but if you can do that, they can soak it, breathe it out, and leave you dry. And then you won't have to carry around that extra bucket of water during your workout.
Beyond the stuff on the outside, research and technology has come a long way on what you put inside as well. People used to think that water would be enough for any type of workout, and it is important to stay hydrated (though you can also be overhydrated and get hyponutremia -- more later). Have you ever felt that sudden loss of energy during a workout? Well, it could be that you didn't fuel yourself properly. In future articles, we'll go into detail but suffice it to say there are several products available now that are designed to keep you well-fueled for your workouts and races.
We've covered a few things in this installment rather briefly. We'll be diving deeper into these topics and more in future installments so be sure to check this blog weekly for new information. And, if you have any comments, questions, or topic suggestions, please let us know. We'd love to hear from you!
Is cotton a mainstay in your running gear?
Are you drinking only water on your long runs?
There's nothing wrong with doing these things but you may be depriving yourself of what new research and technology has to offer, and keeping yourself from that performance that you have always wanted.
Sneaker technology has a come a long way beyond the days of just a layer of cushion. There are new materials that will do everything from making you run faster to correcting biomechanical issues. More importantly, a new pair of shoes might keep you from getting injured as worn shoes don't provide the same amount of support and impact absorption.
Imagine running with a bucket of water. That's what can happen when you run in cotton clothing. While cotton is soft and comfortable, it's not a great material for sweating in. It absorbs sweat but doesn't wick it away properly. As a result, you can end up carrying a lot of extra weight. Plus, cotton tends to chafe in a bad way when it's wet.
Another way to look at it is that to be caught in your cottons on race day is a little like being caught in your clogs in a Manhattan cocktail party. At best it is 'in' if you can pull it off. At worst, it is 'out' and it is also dysfunctional. Several companies now make technical clothing that wicks away your sweat. They can't help you work up a sweat but if you can do that, they can soak it, breathe it out, and leave you dry. And then you won't have to carry around that extra bucket of water during your workout.
Beyond the stuff on the outside, research and technology has come a long way on what you put inside as well. People used to think that water would be enough for any type of workout, and it is important to stay hydrated (though you can also be overhydrated and get hyponutremia -- more later). Have you ever felt that sudden loss of energy during a workout? Well, it could be that you didn't fuel yourself properly. In future articles, we'll go into detail but suffice it to say there are several products available now that are designed to keep you well-fueled for your workouts and races.
We've covered a few things in this installment rather briefly. We'll be diving deeper into these topics and more in future installments so be sure to check this blog weekly for new information. And, if you have any comments, questions, or topic suggestions, please let us know. We'd love to hear from you!
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
25 Signed Up!
The response to the Double Helix Run-Walk club revival notice has been overwhelming. Thank you all for your interest in the club. We at the Employee Advocacy Committee had secured approval for reimbursing the registration fee for up to 25 registrants. We have dealt these out on a first come first served basis and we are sold out at this time. Affy will not reimburse the fee for others beyond the 25 posted below.
Reimbursements for the first 25 will be made after the day of the event. Rules for reimbursement have been published on the blog as well.
Thanks again for your interest. Please stay tuned for other events and by all means, please consider participating in the club activities at all times.
Cheers
Employee Advocacy Committee
Reimbursements for the first 25 will be made after the day of the event. Rules for reimbursement have been published on the blog as well.
Thanks again for your interest. Please stay tuned for other events and by all means, please consider participating in the club activities at all times.
Cheers
Employee Advocacy Committee
***Important Note Regarding Registrations***
IF YOU WISH TO GET REIMBURSED FOR YOUR REGISTRATION FEE, PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK FOR AVAILABLE SPOTS BEFORE REGISTERING.
To check, please send an email to AFFX - Rungenerun (rungenerun AT affymetrix.com).
(Replace the AT with the @ symbol. This is to prevent spam.)
PLEASE WAIT FOR CONFIRMATION OF AVAILABILITY BEFORE REGISTERING.
Sorry for the inconvenience. Thanks!
To check, please send an email to AFFX - Rungenerun (rungenerun AT affymetrix.com).
(Replace the AT with the @ symbol. This is to prevent spam.)
PLEASE WAIT FOR CONFIRMATION OF AVAILABILITY BEFORE REGISTERING.
Sorry for the inconvenience. Thanks!
Monday, September 8, 2008
A 9-Week Half-Marathon Training Plan.
For those looking for a training plan for the half-marathon, Runner's World has a plan available here:
http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-238-244-258-6851-0,00.html
In addition to a training calendar, the article has some good training tips.
Enjoy!
http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-238-244-258-6851-0,00.html
In addition to a training calendar, the article has some good training tips.
Enjoy!
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Almost 25!!! Pls ask before registering
Registrants To Date : (Updated 9/8/08 - 9AM)
Next Update Due : 9/09/08
PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU WISH TO GET REIMBURSED YOUR REGISTRATION FEE, PLS BE SURE TO CHECK FOR AVAILABLE SPOTS BEFORE REGISTERING.
CALL TO ACTION: If you are interested, please send an email to AFFX - Rungenerun (rungenerun AT affymetrix.com)- PLS WAIT FOR CONFIRMATION OF AVAILABILITY BEFORE REGISTERING (Replace the AT with the @ symbol. This is to prevent spam.)
1 Lydia Ramos
2 Andy Bupp
3 Maria Soong
4 Nia Sengupta
5 Srini Srinivasan
6 Anthea Dokidis
7 Pat Tanti
8 Lori Ciano
9 Sim Narasimhan
10 Adam Pawloski
11 Diane Flaucher
12 Chris Barbazette
13 Amber Ossman
14 Kendall Wu
15 Cathy Cook
16 Shobha Gopalan
17 Karen Kirk
18 James Mury
19 Gary Withey
20 Bambi Larson
21 Louise Leaver
22 Lucas Hickey
23 Peter Meijles
24 Erica Dumais
25 Pei-hua Wang
Next Update Due : 9/09/08
PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU WISH TO GET REIMBURSED YOUR REGISTRATION FEE, PLS BE SURE TO CHECK FOR AVAILABLE SPOTS BEFORE REGISTERING.
CALL TO ACTION: If you are interested, please send an email to AFFX - Rungenerun (rungenerun AT affymetrix.com)- PLS WAIT FOR CONFIRMATION OF AVAILABILITY BEFORE REGISTERING (Replace the AT with the @ symbol. This is to prevent spam.)
1 Lydia Ramos
2 Andy Bupp
3 Maria Soong
4 Nia Sengupta
5 Srini Srinivasan
6 Anthea Dokidis
7 Pat Tanti
8 Lori Ciano
9 Sim Narasimhan
10 Adam Pawloski
11 Diane Flaucher
12 Chris Barbazette
13 Amber Ossman
14 Kendall Wu
15 Cathy Cook
16 Shobha Gopalan
17 Karen Kirk
18 James Mury
19 Gary Withey
20 Bambi Larson
21 Louise Leaver
22 Lucas Hickey
23 Peter Meijles
24 Erica Dumais
25 Pei-hua Wang
Affy Sponsored Run-Walk
Remember the Double Helix Run–Walk Club?
Your friends in the Affy Employee Advocacy Committee would like to re-ignite your interest in the run-walk club.
Read on to find out why you should be excited about this.
We are inviting all enthusiasts from Affy for a run-walk at the Big Sur Half Marathon. http://www.bigsurhalfmarathon.org/site4.aspx
Furthermore, we would like your input to build on the following ideas.
- Affy will cover the registration fee for the first 25 runners walkers signing up
- We have created a blog
- Look in there for
1. Weekly tips from your friends at Affy and other experts
2. Training plans
3. Running Logs
- Practice runs may be scheduled in the AM/PM by sub-groups within the club
- On race day, Affy will consider organizing a bus to Monterey
- Affy Shirts in technical fabric with the new logo for participants
- The event offers its own Shirt and Medal as well
- There will be a ‘Shopping Day’ with help from Sports Basement
There are more ideas out there, so, let’s hear them. Let’s get the word out so we have a few weeks to train.
CALL TO ACTION: If you are interested, please register for the event and send an email to AFFX - Rungenerun (rungenerun@affymetrix.com)
Your friends in the Affy Employee Advocacy Committee would like to re-ignite your interest in the run-walk club.
Read on to find out why you should be excited about this.
We are inviting all enthusiasts from Affy for a run-walk at the Big Sur Half Marathon. http://www.bigsurhalfmarathon.org/site4.aspx
Furthermore, we would like your input to build on the following ideas.
- Affy will cover the registration fee for the first 25 runners walkers signing up
- We have created a blog
- Look in there for
1. Weekly tips from your friends at Affy and other experts
2. Training plans
3. Running Logs
- Practice runs may be scheduled in the AM/PM by sub-groups within the club
- On race day, Affy will consider organizing a bus to Monterey
- Affy Shirts in technical fabric with the new logo for participants
- The event offers its own Shirt and Medal as well
- There will be a ‘Shopping Day’ with help from Sports Basement
There are more ideas out there, so, let’s hear them. Let’s get the word out so we have a few weeks to train.
CALL TO ACTION: If you are interested, please register for the event and send an email to AFFX - Rungenerun (rungenerun@affymetrix.com)
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Welcome!
Hi. Welcome to the blog of The Double Helix Run Club at Affymetrix, Inc. We will be posting details about the club, events, training programs, offers, etc. on this blog. Be sure to check the blog weekly for tips and other news. If you have any questions or problems, please let us know.
The Double Helix Runner
The Double Helix Runner
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