Brainsport Times May. 23, 2018

All the best to everyone taking part in the Saskatchewan Marathon this weekend! We hope everyone has a great day, whether you're racing, volunteering, or cheering along the sidelines. 

In this week's Q&A we're speaking the Cary Snyder. Cary is the race director of a new fun run in the city called the Teen Challenge Freedom Run happening on August 19. This event is a great opportunity to get out with family and friends in support of an important cause, which Cary is going to tell us about! 

Q&A with Cary Snyder

Tara: What was the motivation behind starting the Teen Challenge Freedom Run?

Cary: Teen Challenge is always interested in finding different ways to reach our community and spread the word about Teen Challenge. The Freedom Run is a fun way to bring people together to raise awareness & funds for Teen Challenge.

Tara: For those not familiar, what is Teen Challenge? And what is the Prairie Hope Women's Centre?

Cary: Teen Challenge is a 12-Month in-residence alcohol and drug addiction rehabilitation program. We offer help and hope to those struggling with life-controlling addictions. We have a Men's Centre near Allan, SK that has been operating for 14 years. The Prairie Hope Women's Centre is a much-needed alcohol and drug addiction rehabilitation program for women over the age of 18.

Tara: How will the funds raised at this event go towards supporting the Prairie Hope Women's Centre?

Cary: All the funds raised for this event will go towards opening the Prairie Hope Women's Centre. We have raised about 82 percent of the funds needed to open the Prairie Hope Women's Centre and are very excited about getting the word out to help us cross the finish line and get this centre opened.



The Prairie Hope Women's Centre is a 24-bed-in-patient facility located near Hague, SK. Photo supplied 

Tara: This is a fun run, so it's not a timed race. Who do you think would enjoy coming out for this event?

Cary: This race has been designed as a fun run and will be suitable for all runners. If the family is looking to do a run/walk together for a good cause this is a great option for a runner of any level that would like to get involved in a 5K run here in Saskatoon.

Tara: Is there anything else you would like to add?

Cary: We are very excited about our upcoming Freedom Run on August 19; and want to thank our sponsors that have gotten involved; Brainsport, Child Of The Cross Running Clinics and New Balance.

Upcoming Events
 

Teen Challenge Freedom Run 

Runners and walkers of all fitness levels will join together for our Teen Challenge Freedom Run on August 19. This 5K fun run is in support of the Teen Challenge Prairie Hope Women's Centre. Whether you are a seasoned runner or first time participant, end your summer with a healthy living challenge and support a great cause fighting addiction across Saskatchewan. To register click here.

Also, check out the Learn to Run Course at the Brainsport Running Academy designed to get you ready for the Teen Challenge Freedom Run. 

Brainssport Running Academy 




Learn to Run Course (Teen Challenge Freedom Run) 
Join coaches Tarrant Cross Child and Rilla Johnson in our interactive and fun-filled Learn To Run training course for the Teen Challenge Freedom Run. Expert guest speakers will be presenting on proper running technique and injury prevention, nutritional needs and other important topics specific to runners.

This course will get you ready for the Teen Challenge Freedom Run 5K being held on Sunday, August 19. The course begins Monday, June 25 and ends Monday, August 13/18. For more information and to register go to http://www.brainsport.ca/.

Summer Tune-Up Course
Starting June 12 through  Sept. 4 Brainsport Run Academy will be opening some spots for the Summer Tune-up Course with Coach Pat Somerville. These will be hard training sessions designed to get you ready for the fall racing season.

If you're interested call Brainsport at 306-244-0955 and speak with Harvey. Or email Harvey at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. There will be limited openings for this course because of the large group already.

Athletic-focused Yoga

Breath Move Be Yoga wants to help you become a better athlete. A regular and well-rounded yoga practice helps bring the body into symmetrical alignment helping to prevent overuse injuries in endurance athletes. Yoga can help with flexibility, balance, and whole-body strength, thereby improving your form, efficiency, and power. 

Join Breath Move Be for their athletic-focused yoga class at their new location on a new evening. Thursday evenings from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. from May 31 to June 28 at Midwest Karate Studio. $70 pre-registered by May 25. Email Leanne at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call/text 306-251-2964 to register.

Saskatchewan Marathon



The 40th Annual Saskatchewan Marathon event takes place this weekend! This is sure to be an exciting weekend featuring a pasta dinner, race expo and some of the best road racing in the province! To learn more about the event go to http://saskmarathon.ca/.

Beads of Courage Colour Festival Fun Run

On Sunday, June 3 get out for a fun run and get covered in colour along with your friends and family! Beads of Courage is an Arts in Medicine program that supports children and infants living with chronic or life-threatening conditions by awarding them with glass beads each time they endure a medical test, procedure, or surgery.

The 5K family-oriented fun walk/run will get you covered with colour to symbolize the colourful beads these children earn and support Beads of Courage-Canada programming.  All funds raised go towards Saskatchewan programming. For more information and to register go to: http://www.colourrunsask.ca/.

Saskatoon Triathlon Club - Volunteers

There are several opportunities to delve into the triathlon scene this summer as a volunteer. The STCI is looking for volunteers for the following races:

- Sask Marathon water station Sunday, May 27
- Brainsport Kids of Steel Saturday, June 16
- Living Sky Triathlon Saturday, June 23 - June 24

To volunteer email STCI Volunteers: http:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

SIGA’s Second Annual Good Food Run

On June 10, the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) is hosting its second annual fun run in support of CHEP: Good Food Inc. Presented by SIGA’s Long Runners, participants can choose between a 1K, 5K or 10K run. There are finisher medals for all participants! Family entertainment, water stations, swag and after-race snacks and refreshments provided. Registration is now open! To register or donate go to http://www.siga.sk.ca/goodfoodrun.

RIKI Walkathon 50th Year Celebration

The RIKI Walkathon is celebrating its 50th year on June 9. The entire family is welcome to come walk 22 miles along scenic Pike Lake. Gate fees are being waved for participants, and there will be refreshments and awards for the top fundraiser after the walk. All funds raised this year will go to the Riversdale Kiwanis Club. For more information about this event click here.

Canada Beer Run


The Canada Beer run is going coast to cost this year, hitting eight cities across the country, including Saskatoon! On June 3 the run stops in Saskatoon! Run your way through 10K making stops at six breweries along the way!
For more information about this event visit https://canadabeerrun.ca/products/saskatoon-beer-run.

Product of the Week

Amphipod Profile-Lite Breeze


 

Heat and hydration are on top of mind for everyone heading into the Saskatchewan Marathon this weekend, which makes the Amphipod Profile-Lite Breeze a perfect product pick by Brainsport's Lisette Schermann.

"If you can’t bring a burro on your long run, this will be the next best thing. It’s got a wide, stretchy waist band with grippers to keep it in place. Two 300mL bottles are easy to reach and replace without breaking stride. The lightweight bag in the middle has a water-resistant stash pocket and a zippered main pocket that’s big enough to hold a phone (in its case!) securely." - Lis

Drop by the store to check out Profile-Lite Breeze and other accessories that can help you stay hydrated this weekend. We're also here to help you out with any last minute questions you may have about gear, nutrition, etc. Just come by the store and we'll help get you set up!
 

Thanks for reading the Times.

Gotta run,
Tara