Now Is The Time To Get Into Shape

If ever there is a time to be in Louisville, it’s now.

You know spring is right around the corner when you see endless runners training for the upcoming Triple Crown of Racing.

With all the races taking place during March this year, it’s a great time to be outdoors and get in shape — whether you’re a runner or not.

The Triple Crown of Running is a harbinger of spring and Derby, so get up and get out and enjoy the season.

The 2012 Triple Crown of Running race schedule:

• March 3rd, Anthem 5K Fitness Classic
  Start Time: 8 a.m.
• March 17th, Rodes City Run 10K
  Start Time: 8 a.m.
• March 31st, Papa John’s 10 Miler
  Start Time: 8 a.m.
  

  

  “Sweaty Bands” the non-slip and fashionable solution to fly-aways. Can be purchased at Ken Combs Running Store, 4137 Shelbyville Road, 502.895.3410.

  

  Adidas ClimaCool running shirt helps with ventilation and moisture management providing optimum comfort and performance. $38. Can be purchased at Swag’s Sport Shoe, 9407 Westport Road, 502.749.7942 or 7415 Old 3rd Street Road, 502.368.2443.

  

  Mizuno DryLite running shirt transports moisture away from the body to help keep the body cool and dry. $40. Can be purchased at Swag’s Sport Shoes, 9407 Westport Road, 502. 749.7942 or 7415 Old 3rd Street Road, 502. 368.2443.

  
  

  

  Women’s Saucony “Progrid Ride.” $100. Can be purchased at Swag’s Sport Shoe, 9407 Westport Road, 502.749.7942 or 7415 Old 3rd Street Road, 502.368.2443.

  

  Women’s Adidas “Adizero Boston.” $110. Can be purchased at Swag’s Sport Shoes, 9407 Westport Road, 502.749.7942 or 7415 Old 3rd Street Road, 502.368.2443.

  

  Luna bars filled with the vitamins and minerals our bodies need to stay healthy. Can be purchased where most health foods are sold.

  
  

  

  The official Rodes City Run t-shirt.

  

  Apple iPod Shuffle. Can be purchased where most electronic gadgets are sold.

  

  Men’s Mizuno “Wave Inspire.” $115. Can be purchased at Swag’s Sport Shoes, 9407 Westport Road, 502.749.7924 or 7415 Old 3rd Street Road, 502.368.2443.

  
  

  

  Women’s Mizuno “Wave Rider.” $115. Can be purchased at Swag’s Sport Shoes, 9407 Westport Road, 502749.7942 or 7415 Old 3rd Street Road, 502.368.2443.

  

  Garmin “Forerunner 210” GPS-Enabled sport watch with premium heart rate monitor calculates your time, distance, pace and calories burned. The heart rate monitor lets you see beats per minute, customize your heart rate zones and set zone alerts. $250. Can be purchased at Ken Combs Running Store, 4137 Shelbyville Road, 502.895.3410.

  

  Cliff bars made with whole organic ingredients for overall athletic performance. Can be purchased where most health foods are sold.

  
  
  

Tags: Marathon, Racing

Category: Mixing It Up