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BOSTON, EVENTS

Monday, October 18: Community Running with Social Boston Sports

The warm temps in Boston this past Sunday afternoon reminded me just how enjoyable the fall season can be for running.  Luckily for us Bostonians, Social Boston Sports, the community of young professionals who live, work and play in the Boston area, is still bringing together runners of all levels every Monday at 6:30 p.m. for FREE three, five and seven mile group runs along the picturesque Charles River.

Appropriately named Community Running, Social Boston Sports hosted their initial group run on March 29, 2010, and will continue to host runs as long as there’s local demand.  Runners meet up at McGreevy’s on Boylston Street and are divided up depending on their desired mileage goal of three, five, or seven miles.  After pounding the pavement, all runners are welcome to hang at McGreevy’s for a post run bevvy and socializing.  Running experts from Saucony and City Sports will be on hand for tips, or to help devise or adjust training charts.

For more information on this event, please click here.  McGreevy’s is located at 911 Boylston Street in the Back Bay. Please note that the runs leave at 6:30 p.m., so arriving slightly beforehand is strongly recommended.

Social Boston Sports Community Running

BOSTON, EVENTS

Monday, May 17: Social Boston Sports Hosts Free Group Runs Along Charles River

Running enthusiasts unite!  Social Boston Sports, the community of young professionals who live, work and play in the Boston area, is bringing together runners of all levels every Monday at 6:30 p.m. for FREE three, five and seven mile group runs along the picturesque Charles River.

Appropriately named Community Running, Social Boston Sports has seen upwards of 70 Bostonians since the initial run on March 29.  Runners meet up at McGreevy’s on Boylston Street and are divided up depending on their desired mileage goal.  After pounding the pavement, all runners are welcome to hang at McGreevy’s for a post run Muscle Milk bevvy.  Running experts from Saucony and City Sports will be on hand for tips, or to help with training charts.

According to Social Boston Sports co-founder Justin Obey, runners are attracted to the event for two reasons – motivation and socializing.  “A Monday run is awesome because it kick starts your week into high gear,” Obey said.  “Knowing that there are going to be another 50 – 70 runners meeting up with you on a Monday night isn’t just a great chance to hang out and meet other Boston runners, it’s also incredibly motivating; getting you out on a run when you may not have the desire normally.”

For more information about the Social Boston Sports Community Runs, please visit their website by clicking here.

Social Boston Sports Community Running

BOSTON, EVENTS

Five Reasons You Should Volunteer for the Boston Marathon Next Year

Every year the Boston Marathon rolls into town and takes over the city.  As thousands line up along the course to watch the runners make their way into Boston, it’s very easy to get swept up in the excitement of the race.  For the past three years, I’ve volunteered for the Boston Marathon and think it’s one of the better ways to enjoy the race.  Here are five reasons why you should consider volunteering for the Boston Marathon next year:

1. Some of the best moments are not reflected in the media coverage. Ask any Boston Marathon runner and they’ll tell you that some of the most powerful moments are the conversations and stories from the course.  Same goes for the volunteers behind the scenes.  Last year I volunteered in the family information stand at the finish line and was responsible for helping the runners find whatever they needed – family, food/drink, directions.  Among the highlights were an 80-something year old man dancing a jig after running 26 miles, turning silver blankets into trendy “apparel” for freezing runners and the tears/smiles/cheers as family and friends were united.

2. You’re surrounded by people that are incredibly excited about the race. Sure, it’s fun to sit at a bar on Boylston Street, but you wonder how much people actually pay attention to the race?  Volunteering unites running enthusiasts and proud Bostonians for a common cause.  Plus, you could even make new friends.  During my first year volunteering, I met someone who is still a very close friend today.  And yes, we’re still volunteering for the Boston Marathon together.

3. “Free” Marathon Schwag.  While the free adidas jacket shouldn’t be your number one reason for volunteering, it certainly doesn’t hurt!  I now own grey, neon yellow and lime green jackets that are great for running.  People can certainly see me coming!

4. You feel like a VIP. Wearing a volunteer jacket and official hang tag makes you feel special.  Strangers are more friendly than normal – I simply can’t believe how many people will strike up a conversation and share their stories from the day.  The jacket is also your ticket to moving around the crowded Back Bay as quickly as possible.

5. You’re a part of Boston History.  The volunteers are the backbone of the Boston Marathon.  No assignment is insignificant and seeing how grateful the runners are for your help is a wonderful feeling.  Quite simply, it’s amazing how much help is needed in one day.  Sure, it’s a long day, but it’s a rewarding one.

Signups for the Boston Marathon will start in early 2011.  Keep checking http://www.bostonmarathon.org/ for updates.

BOSTON, EVENTS

Saturday, April 10: Get Your Zen on at the Boldfacers Yoga Pop-Up Store

Weekends were made for breathing easy. Embrace your inner yogi this Saturday with Boldfacers as they bring together some of Boston’s best instructors for a day of bonding and stretching. From 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., try a yoga class, sample vegan eats and smoothies, then hit the pop-up store chock full of athletic apparel, candles, jewelry, mats and more.

Held at the Boldfacers studio in South Boston, yoga classes are $20 each or $40 unlimited for the day. In addition to yoga classes, shopping and food, guests can also try a Dosha reading or sway to the live bongo drum music.

The Boldfacers studio is located at 15 Channel Center Street in South Boston.  For more information about Saturday’s event, please click here.

FASHION

Sweat Stylishly on a Pink Treadmill at BodyScapes and Log Miles For the Ellie Fund

If you’re anything like me, you log a few hours each week at the gym in the name of health, fitness, and skinny jeans.  Wouldn’t it be great if you could use that time to give back to a worthwhile cause as well?

PUMA Sneaker by Jessica Gioglio

BodyScapes Fitness, with locations in Brookline and Southborough, is teaming up with Cybex and the Ellie Fund to work up a sweat in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  Members and non-members alike can visit a BodyScapes location during the month of October and log miles on the Cybex pink treadmill.  If you’re a non-member, you will be given a free day pass to the gym.

Cute, right?  Well it gets better.  For each mile logged on the pink treadmill, BodyScapes will donate $1 to The Ellie Fund.  According to a press release from the Ellie Fund, a BodyScapes member who chooses to remain anonymous will match each dollar raised at the Brookline location.  At the end of October, BodyScapes Fitness will continue supporting The Ellie Fund by donating five cents for every mile logged for the entire year.

Love to see a local company going the distance in the name of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

For more information, please view the Ellie Fund press release here: http://www.elliefund.org/pinktreadmill09