Show up at NRC anytime after 5:15 to run in a pair of Hokas.
After the run, stick around to enjoy a little of what East Nashville has to offer... Bring a change of clothes, or not, and grab something to eat or a drink after the run.
East Nasty is partnering with the ‘PR Bandits’ who are hosting supported long runs on Saturday mornings. This weekend marks the kickoff of $1 Donation Day! If you enjoy running with us and want to help cover the costs of the hydration, coolers, cups, and bags that are provided for you, please bring $1 to help support our group. A donation is not required to join us but greatly appreciated!
Starting from the parthenon parking lot at 6am (this is our first week at 6am so take note), we'll run through Sylvan Park and around McCabe Golf Course on the Richland Creek Greenway. If you're looking for more than the 7.5 miles, circle around Vanderbilt for a great 10 mile route.
7.5mi - http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/324870011 10mi - http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/723502877
RSVP here and join the PR Bandits Facebook Group for more info, get run invites, and to link up with other runners. Saturday supported runs will be held at various favorite running routes across Nashville. You can also email Brian Johnson at brian.m.johnson@me.com if you have any questions.
This is our newest route, and there is one spot where you need to be especially cautious. Right before the 3 mile mark, you take a left turn onto 14th from Sevier. When you make that turn, you need to cross over 14th and run on the sidewalk, which is on the right side of the road. Then you'll turn right on Lenore, and go up a small hill...
I think all of us have at least one or two family or friends who would enjoy this program, if you want more information to share, click here for more information and how to register for the program.
East Nasty is partnering with the ‘PR Bandits’ who are hosting supported long runs on Saturday mornings. One of our most scenic routes, assuming you like rolling hills across beautiful horse farms. We will be starting from the Grassland Middle School parking lot off of Hillsboro Rd at 7am this Saturday.
This route is an out and back with the water located at 3 miles, a church with bathrooms at 5 miles, but some people may choose to go long and go all the way out to 10 miles before turning back. Paces of all speeds are welcome and we will have groups of varying distance so no one should have to run alone!
Up to 20mi - http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/710563785
RSVP here and join the PR Bandits Facebook Group for more info, get run invites, and to link up with other runners. Saturday supported runs will be held at various favorite running routes across Nashville. You can also email Brian Johnson at brian.m.johnson@me.com if you have any questions.
I think all of us have at least one or two family or friends who would enjoy this program, if you want more information to share, click here for more information and how to register for the program.
Show up at NRC before the run on Wednesday to try out a pair of Mizunos.
If you are new to the group, here are some details about our Wednesday night routine. The days are getting longer and the weather is great. So stick around after the run to enjoy 5 points.
East Nasty is partnering with the ‘PR Bandits’ who are hosting supported long runs on Saturday mornings. Starting from inside the stone gates of Percy Warner Park at the end of Belle Meade Blvd, this is an out and back route allowing you any mileage of your choosing!
Enjoy a fun run along Tyne Blvd and in to Radnor Lake. Turning at the welcome center (where they have bathrooms!) will get you 10 miles but I recommend pushing a little further and enjoying the path along the lake.
12mi - http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/604730000
RSVP here and join the PR Bandits Facebook Group for more info, get run invites, and to link up with other runners. Saturday supported runs will be held at various favorite running routes across Nashville. You can also email Brian Johnson at brian.m.johnson@me.com if you have any questions.
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Have fun and be safe!
(Sorry about the late posting...you guys know the drill. If you've never joined us before, take a minute to read up here.)
Once again East Nasty is partnering with the 'PR Bandits' who are hosting supported long runs on Saturday mornings. We're a couple weeks removed from Rock 'n' Roll Nashville and another successful training season with East Nasty. Do you now find it difficult to get out of bed on Saturday mornings without the motivation of a group of friends waiting for you to run? Are you looking to keep up your fitness level after all of that hard work? Join us, the PR Bandits, each Saturday morning for a group run with distances options of 6 miles +.
Our first run of the season is going to be a great one and you won't want to miss it! This Saturday we'll meet at Nashville Running Company for an 8am start and we're doing one of the all time classics - Bongo to Bongo.
10mi Out & Back - http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/754971765
RSVP here and join the PR Bandits Facebook Group for more info, get run invites, and to link up with other runners. Saturday supported runs will be held at various favorite running routes across Nashville. You can also email Brian Johnson at brian.m.johnson@me.com if you have any questions.
There is a lot of new technology in running shoes. This is great, but it makes it a bit of a risk to try a pair of shoes that has a totally different feel than what you are used to. That is what is so great about demo runs. You get to actually take a pair of shoes out for a run, before you decide if they are worth spending $100+ If you are interested in trying on a pair of Altra's, swing by NRC as early as 5:15 - throw on a pair and enjoy the run!
Wednesday 6 pm at the corner of 11th and Holly in East Nashville.
Rest and Recover... A lot of us just raced the full or half marathon, and now its time to take a well needed rest. But resting doesn't mean doing nothing. In fact, unless you have an injury, active recovery is better than passive recovery. (Active recovery = super easy exercise i.e. 60 - 70% of your max heart rate, light cross training, etc...) Also, a good rule of thumb is to take 1 recovery day for every 2 km of racing. For half marathoners, that means a good 10 days of easy exercise, for marathoners its more like 3 weeks.
Want to try something different? Shakti Yoga has a promo for East Nasty runners this week. $5 drop-in classes (normally $18) through Sunday 5/8. Use code EASTNASTY as promo code when purchasing a drop in class. Lauren Farina and Kelly Carter, the owners of the studio, run with us and want to share. www.shaktiyoganashville.com
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Post run head on over to NRC for their monthly pint night.
Tapering... For those of you who are racing on Saturday, here are my words of advice: there is nothing you can do between now and then to get faster - there are lots of things that you can do to make yourself slower. Meaning? It takes your body 7 to 10 days to gain any benefits from a hard workout. So if you feel like you "missed" too many runs, don't try to make them up this week. You'll experience all the fatigue that comes with a workout but get none of the benefits by Saturday's race. Bottom line: no hard running, don't add anything new ("hey I feel like stretching...") rest, relax and pay attention to your hydration and nutrition.
I love Saturday races (as opposed to Sunday races…) because Saturday races allow you to fully embrace the post-race celebration. On April 30, we invite you to fully embrace our post-race celebration (whether you run or not…)
What: East Nasty Post-Rock n’ Roll Race Celebration (If you are a Facebook person click here...)
Who: Everyone – even if you didn’t run.
Where: The Pavilion East
When: Saturday, April 30. 6:00 – 10:00 pm
Why: Local Taco, Yazoo, Friends and Drew Jones’ playlist…
Put it on your calendar! And please consider a $10 donation to help us offset some of the costs.
Drew Jones' favorite!
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April 30 - Post half/full marathon spring celebration party...
I love Saturday races (as opposed to Sunday races…) because Saturday races allow you to fully embrace the post-race celebration. On April 30, we invite you to fully embrace our post-race celebration (whether you run or not…)
What: East Nasty Post-Rock n’ Roll Race Celebration
Who: Everyone – even if you didn’t run.
Where: The Pavilion East
When: Saturday, April 30. 6:00 – 10:00 pm
Why: Local Taco, Yazoo, Friends and Drew Jones’ playlist…
Put it on your calendar!
