Monthly Archives: April 2011

takin’ a break

Posted on April 9, 2011 by kaan

Today I did not run. I awoke in Chilliwack after Lornes birthday fully loving my day of “rest.” I cruised back into metro van with Scooter in time for a 2 pm rendezvous at the climbing gym with Shannon. She … Continue reading →

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Alone or in groups?

Posted on April 8, 2011 by kaan

Just over a third of the running recorded here has been done with other people. I have rather enjoyed that. When I am running alone I tend to push myself a little harder and my goals are a bit colder. … Continue reading →

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informatics

Posted on April 7, 2011 by kaan

I have been using this gps thinger for a while now. I think it is time to look at some data. Yesterday I did 5.9 km. I tried to hold a steady pace all the way through. My average pace … Continue reading →

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Soundscape

Posted on April 5, 2011 by kaan

Some people run with headphones. I have considered it and chosen not to. I imagine listening to music while running can both help regulate your pace and maybe help you lose yourself in the moment, making the moment have a … Continue reading →

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Banana Run

Posted on April 4, 2011 by kaan

The Vancouver Sun Run is on April 17th. Each year tens of thousands of people participate. Last year I ran it with my good friend Sarah. We dressed as garden fairies and pranced for 10 km. Not all children cried … Continue reading →

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Group training

Posted on April 3, 2011 by kaan

The run to end poverty began in 2007 and since then has raised over $100,000 (across 8 cities) for EWB work in Africa. The first one of 2011 happened in Kelowna one week ago. The event was organised by a … Continue reading →

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100 km, wtf ?!?

Posted on April 1, 2011 by kaan

Today I began running for my former employer, Sean McKenna. He is a leader I am pleased to have had the opportunity to work with. Sean is the VP Operations (and co-owner) of NRI Distribution, a warehousing and distribution company … Continue reading →

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