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Katie Drechsel
Passionate about marketing, communications & social media. I spend my days inspiring conversations & developing community on the Corporate Communications team at TELUS. Addicted to connection - online is my air. Blog. Tweet. Facebook. Eat. Sleep. Repeat. I love being outside and I'm addicted to endorphins.
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- Communications Manager, Social & Emerging Media.Marketing and Advertising | Vancouver, Canada Area, CASummary
A goal orientated communications professional who has garnered 9 years of expertise from some of Canada’s best companies. Often described as a web geek with a unique ability to see the big picture while maintaining deeply aware of every detail.
Deep understanding of emerging digital channels in relation to the broader media mix and of the relationship between online and traditional media. Passionate about blurring the lines between on and offline.
Strong understanding of consumer usage patterns and behaviours. Has achieved success in all areas of marketing, brand management, story telling, digital media, technology, e-commerce and client experience.
Passionate consumer of technology, an early adopter and pioneer in web, social and mobile communications. Words that come to mind when asked to describe me; passionate, analytical and driven.
Experience- Sept 2012 - PresentDirector, Social Media / British Columbia Association of Integrated Marketers
The British Columbia Association of Integrated Marketers (BCAIM) is the only association in British Columbia dedicated to measurable advertising and direct marketing — including broadcast media and interactive technologies. It is the BC Chapter of the Canadian Marketing Association.
- Apr 2012 - PresentMentorship Program / Women's Executive Network
WXN's mentoring programs connect you with talented, ambitious and intelligent women to give you counsel on your personal and professional objectives. They create a supportive environment where you can exchange new ideas and gain experience from a wide range of professional women with both shared experiences and different perspectives. The mentoring programs promote and facilitate networking and provide ongoing learning and professional development.
- Jul 2011 - PresentCommunications Manager, Digital, Social & Emerging Media - Social & Media Relations Team / TELUS
A leading national telecommunications company in Canada with over 40,000 employees, $10.3 billion of annual revenue & 12.6 million customer connections. I lead team of four who support all business units to create TELUS' online communities & relationships.
Responsible for: social media strategy, corporate reputation management, governance, leveraging digital media for corporate communications including creating engaging & meaningful conversations as well as issues management. Drive strategic priorities and ensure that online, in-store & out-of-store experience is consistent & emotionally relevant for the customer experience. Executing plans for earned media initiatives & education opportunities. Developed and leads online influencer strategy to improve awareness of TELUS' strategic initiatives and amplify our reach. Embeds social within the organization to push innovation, content creation, engagement, online customer service & more.
Client experience via social media working with the operations team to develop, govern, manage & execute the national social media & web strategy. CE strategy drives the performance & engagement of the business to increase client loyalty, profitability & satisfaction. Since joining I have helped grow @TELUSsupport followers from 3,500 to more then 15,000. Lead strategy and launch of support model on Facebook. Leads a team of 30 to develop best practices, rules of engagement and voice training. In 2012 we were awarded most engaging support twitter handle in Canada.Provide consistent listening & reporting on social media coverage. Lead vendor relationships, internal training/education on existing & emerging social media monitoring & engagement tools. Lead team to a cost reduction of over 50% on SM engagement/monitoring tools in 2013.
TELUS Passion for Growth Award - 2012
Prestigious recognition for exceptional leadership from Darren Entwistle, President & CEO. - Jun 2009 - Jun 2011Marketing Communications - Instore, Digital and Online Marketing (Mobility) / Bell
Responsible for SoloMobile.ca rebuild and redesign to improve usability, navigation, streamlining online purchasing process and enhance self serve for current clients.
Utilizing a deep understanding of the traditional media mix and a solid knowledge of emerging social media trends I work to launch integrated campaigns for online + social media + in-store + traditional media.
Experience includes; interactive and online marketing, website development and launch, building mircosites, streamlining buy flow process, promotions, online communities, email campaign management, implementation of CRM systems, ppc/cpc advertising, blog strategy, web analytics, digital media and online client experience.
Produce sales brochures, posters, packaging, merchandising displays, sales center design, signage, and POS.
Daily life included copy writing, new product launches, PR, and event planning to support instore and e-commerce sales, and corporate objectives. Extensive experience managing partnerships and relationships, leveraging these to obtain funding and exposure for the organization.
- Aug 2007 - Jul 2009Marketing Project Manager / Boston Pizza International
- Nov 2006 - Jul 2007Marketing Assistant / ParkLane Homes
- 2005 - 2006Marketing Assistant / SLS Lighting
Marketing and events for SLS Lighting and Light Resource
- 2004 - 2005Marketing Coordinator / Sysco Food Services Vancouver
Education-
2012 - 2012Peak Communications
- British Columbia Institute of Technology
- British Columbia Institute of Technology
- The University of British Columbia
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Honors:TELUS awarded 2012's Best Overall Customer Experience - December 2012 (via @mobilesyrup http://bit.ly/VnswYd) TELUS named 2nd Most Engaging Social Media Company - December 2012 (by Hill + Knowlton of S&P/TSX 60 Index Companies in Canada: http://ow.ly/g4Vvu) Social Media Week Vancouver Speaker - September 2012 Crisis + Issues Management 6SMarketing Panel TELUS Passion for Growth Award - May 2012 The Passion for Growth award provides prestigious recognition from Darren Entwistle, President & CEO, TELUS. It is awarded to team members who demonstrate a passion for growth through exceptional leadership. Recipients of this award are recognized for significant and measurable achievements impacting our business, our customer and our team. Women's Executive Network Mentorship Program - April 2012 Forum for Women Entrepreneurs BC (FWE) K-series Speaker - April 2012 Social Media and Marketing Bell Canada - Marketing Communications SuperStar of the Month - November 2010
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Interests:Loves music, trail running, cycling, volleyball, snowboarding, sparkles & avocados.
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- awesome RT @jpelletier @tomcraik & @kat_drex were looking perky for having both just run a 50k PB! This wknd @ Sun Mt http://t.co/a83HvDagox
- @lwong76 @Rainshadowrun your tweet made me speechless - which as you know is hard to do. Thank you :) Means a lot coming from U!!
- RT @marissamayer: Photo: I’m delighted to announce that we’ve reached an agreement to acquire Tumblr! We promise not to screw... http://t.…
- @meliss604 love that!
- Just introduced @JamesBLMarshall into my most important pre-race prep. #BottleService http://t.co/1gn6lOZkEI
- @priceyruns thanks buddy!!
- @ron262 sorry to hear you aren't racing. See you out there!
- @jpelletier @remymichaels glad the shoe dilemma is over;)
- WTF “@tomcraik: Race update @Rainshadowrun for Sun Mtn: there are wolves, bears, ornery cows & snakes...stay calm. #thiswasntinthebrochure”
- Oh dear. @jpelletier is starting to get ready. It's freaking me out. He can't decide which shoes to wear... http://t.co/ePbbvjGxAh
- @karlwoll thanks!
- In love. Western charm gets us ready for the suffer of Sun Mountain 50km tomorrow. @ Winthrop http://t.co/KbYlp7Mt6k
- @Squamish50 @needsexample @priceyruns haha I'm sure there is a 2012 version kicking around somewhere;)
- @tomcraik @priceyruns haha it's how us turtles make it through 50km...
- @distancerunwear @DarnelleMoore @joshbarringeris @tomcraik @jpelletier @Rainshadowrun thanks and thanks for the tips on my salt intake;)
- @SolanaLeigh yes. I decided to ride my bike instead. Hope you had a good day out there.
- @needsexample @lwong76 thanks!!
- @DarnelleMoore @distancerunwear @oiselle @Rainshadowrun looks like I just missed you! Was stocking up on @PocketFuel and electrolytes.
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- Residences At PGA West56150 Pga Blvd
- Far Out Coffee Post2173 Dundas
- Elysian Coffee590 West Broadway
- Top of Grouse Grind6400 Nancy Greene Way
- Vancity Theatre1181 Seymour St.
- Rocky Mountaineer Vancouver Station1755 Cottrell St.
- UBC Robson Square800 Robson St
- DDB Canada777 Hornby Street (16th Floor)
- La Mezcaleria1622 Commercail Dr
- DAVIDsTEA164 Water St
- Studeo 55865 Hornby
- Vogue Theatre918 Granville St.
- Orpheum Theatre884 Granville St
- The Centre In Vancouver For Performing Arts777 Homer St.
- HootSuite Media5 E 8th Ave
- Gastown Physio & Pilates306-560 Beatty Street
- Hubbub Sandwiches859 Hornby St
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- Nov 28, 12
I sent my buddy Pricey this email today:
Sent: November-28-12 3:04 PM
To: Chris
Subject: Remember...
When we used to be cool & did cool shit that wasn’t the same every week??His reply:
Sent: November 28, 2012 03:17 PMTo: Katie
Subject: RE: Remember...
Let’s do a challenge in 2013 …
1 BCMC every week
1 off the cuff workout every week
1 race every month
400m burpees?? WTF were we thinking :P
And just like that the first goal of 2013 is set! Game on:) - Nov 24, 12
Sugoi Warehouse Sale 2012 Details:
Dates:
November 23 - 25
Hours of operation:
Friday November 23 12pm - 8pm
Saturday November 24 10am - 4pm
Sunday November 25 11am - 3pm
Location:
4084 McConnell Court
Burnaby, BC
V5A 3N7
The Scoop:
From triathlon to winter training, there's an abundance of cool gear for men & women of all shapes, sizes & athletic abilities.
What to bring?
Bring your patience (yes there will be lines), an umbrella (yes, there may be rain) and don't forget your wallet!PLEASE SHOW A LITTLE LOVE FOR THE FOOD BANK BY BRINGING CANNED OR PACKAGED FOODS. - Nov 18, 12
January 2012. I found a beat up and abandon old frame. Even though I'm not crafting (not to mention I don't enjoy crafting) I was inspiring to inject new life into it.
With the help from the dudes at Home Depot and a little chalk board paint my goal board was born. Since February 2012 this has been first thing I see when I enter my apartment and the last thing I see when I leave.The goals:1. Financial:20% on the purchase of my first apartment - for those who live/own in downtown Vancouver you realize the scope of this one.2. Health & Fitness:BMO Half Marathon, Beacon Rock 50km and complete my first triathlon. I was in a bad car accident in January 2011 which had me off work for 3 months and still has me in rehab but I strongly believe that an active body that receives excellent nutrition + lots of sleep will recover with the right holistic medicine. These athletic goals are huge for my mental and physical well being. Training for these goals is the single most enjoyable part of my life. I love to move my body outdoors and explore our beautiful world.3. Career Development:Attend South by Southwest Interactive/Social Media Conference in Austin, Texas. I manage a Social Media for TELUS (a large communications company in Vancouver.) This is the most impactful conference about my specialization and it allowed me to connect with so may thought leaders in the space it was a truly incredible experience. I fell madly in love with Austin while I was there. I definitely recommend everyone take time to head there for outdoor fun and music beyond words.4. Family:Attend one of my mums favourite sporting events with her, Wimbledon in London. We stuck around for a week and checked out a ton of amazing sights in London. This was particularly special for my mum because she never travels.5. Travel for me:Be selfish and travel to a place I have longed to visit for years, South American - in particular the end of the earth...Patagonia. I have officially booked my trip and as of December 2nd I'll be in Chile and Argentina. The trip will begin with wine tours near Santiago. Then we fly to Punta Arenas where we go on a trek to see these little guys:The next day we head out on an 8 day trekking tour of Patagonia. This is a little taste of whats in store:We end our trip in the cutest little boutique hotel in Buenos Aires and will get home just in time for Christmas. I'm going to try to blog along the way because I think this is a trip of a lifetime and I never want to forget it!
The key lesson I learnt from this whole process is the power of having your goals not only written but posted somewhere you will see them EVERYDAY. It was a force I could not handle and it pushed me to uncomfortable places to ensure I achieved what I set out for. Stay tuned for whats coming in 2013...I'm brewing some pretty epic goals. - Oct 11, 12Let the beauty we love be what we do.
Empty your mind, be formless. shapeless like water.
The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are stronger at the broken places.If you are not on the edge, you are taking up too much room.
Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes form an indomitable will.
Always do what you are afraid to do.
The best way out is always through. - Mar 02, 12
Angus Stone inhabits a Hipstamatic world in the self-directed video for his new solo tune 'Broken Brights'. It's a totally lo-fi affair, filmed in California's Redwood Forest with his partner, actress Isabel Lucas - and we've got your exclusive first look at the clip!
"We planned the trip when we first met and it was here we traveled together for the first time," explains Angus. "I thought I would bring along an old camera and capture some love along the way. With this old camera we didn't know whether it worked or not as it was film. We knew it clicked over but that was all we knew... so it was a great feeling to get the rolls back some months after and see the footage had marked our time in the woods as a love."
'Broken Brights' is the first song lifted from Angus' forthcoming solo record which will be out in July. In the meantime, get cosy with this brand new film clip. - Nov 04, 11You may remember my blog post from last year Haney to Harrison 100km Relay w/28 Chicks ...we clearly had a blast and its time to do it all over again.Only the race has a new venue. EPIC Whistler.
Whistler BC - photo credit monograms travel website And we are letting a few dudes join us...This photo actually comes up when you Google "dudes" - I'll take no photo credits on this one So bring on the inaugural Whistler 50 Relay and Ultra- We now interrupt this blog post for some music break time. I love this song and it seemed to fit right here cause we'll be on the run this weekend trying to smash last years finish result -Time to get back at it. Blogging by the numbers:3 teams- We run like girls
- We run like gentleman
- We run like ladies & lads
24 runners3 volunteers (shout out to my lovely friends Nicole, Christie and Marella for helping out)Legs are 8km or 12kmIts been 11 months since I last ran a raceIts been 10 months since someone drove their car head on into my car on Capilano RoadOver 120 visits to Moveo Sport and Rehab for Physio and Acupuncture to deal with consistent nagging nerve pain down my leg stemming from lower back injuries - thanks for the fantastic therapy and support ladies! You are worth the commute to North Van.Countless hugs and never ending support from friends and familyAnd so I am a ready to take a small step towards returning to my love of trail running. I'll be running one of the short 8km legs. And hopefully I'll be able to enjoy it. I know I'm lucky to even be able to attempt this so I'll be running with a smile on my face, carrying high hopes for more racing days just like this one - hopefully on trails ;)I'll leave you with the tunes that will fill my ears while I run and while I cheer on my team mates. Hope you enjoy my playlist. Below the playlist I've included a couple killer music videos from the playlist ~ - Aug 30, 11
I don't have cable at home for various reasons, mainly I don't think there are many good quality shows and I don't have time to sit and watch TV. I never even used to watch music videos but over the past few months I've noticed some of my favourite bands releasing edge, artistic videos. Thought I'd share the music video of a song I'm loving right now "Fragile Bird" by Canada's City and Colour
Do you have big plans for the long weekend? I'm heading to Penticton with some girlfriends for relaxation, and winery hopping. If you have recommendations for favourite things to do or places to check out in the area let me know. - Aug 23, 11Since my car accident I've been uninspired to blog, I've probably started 20 different posts and haven't published any - aside from the odd sample sale post... I had to keep the Canadian sports economy going...Bad Katie.
So what I have been up to? RECOVERY! Physiotherapy. Acupuncture. Message Therapy. Active Rehab. Repeat. I moved into a new apartment sans room mate for the first time in my life and I'm absolutely loving it. I started a new job working for TELUS on their Corporate Communications team leading a team that focuses on external communications via the interweb and social media. The job, team and corporate culture are amazing! Stay tuned for great things coming down the pipe from our little team that could.
Music is a big part of my healing I went to Coachella Music Festival (tick that one off my bucket list), Sasquatch Music Festival and many other fantastic local live shows. #MusicMatters
I also took a relaxing trip down to Calistoga Ranch in Napa Valley for some fantastic vino, amazing pool time and caught up on some good books.
So back to me and inspiration. Today my lovely friend Nicole (who has been bugging me to blog again) emailed me a cuteness overload email.
September's is going to be busy month for all of us. So I challenge you to complete the following list and perhaps remind ourselves to breathe and enjoy.
1. Give something broken a new life (a skirt, a squeaky wheel, scuffed shoes).
2. Wear something you love that you think "just isn't you."
3. Send a thank you note, for anything.
4. Spend an afternoon reading.
5. Have luncheon: a slow midday meal with cloth napkins and wine.
6. Go out of your way to do something kind for a stranger (offer a seat, hold the door, leave your copy of Us Weekly on the elliptical).
7. Donate five items from your closet that don't make you feel unstoppably gorgeous.
8. Take care of a nagging life admin item (a trip to the post office, filing an insurance claim, making a doctor's appointment).
9. Buy an utterly frivolous piece of lingerie.
10. Invite friends over for cocktails, dinner, or brunch.
11. Wake up an hour early to have a leisurely morning.
12. Try something that looks like pure fun (accordion, crochet, burlesque).
13. Dance. In public, in the living room, with a partner, with yourself.
14. Flirt with a stranger. (Smiling counts.)
15. Get rid of five things in your home that don't bring you pleasure. - declutter people. it feels so good
16. Buy flowers for your home or office.
17. Make a recipe from a fruit, vegetable, meat or fish you've never cooked before.
18. Walk barefoot in the grass or on the sand.
19. Have a media-free day. - eek! this will be tough!
20. Write down everything you feel grateful for.
21. Hold a baby.22. Pet a puppy.
23. Go to a farmers market and buy everything local
24. Ask someone to tell you their life story.
25. Read a biography of your favorite glamorous screen star, or the bravest, most badass real life heroine.
26. Eat fresh local berries.
27. Create an occasion to wear your most impractical pair of shoes.
28. Write down your wildest dreams.
29. Take one itsy-bitsy, teensy-weensy step to make one real. - admit it this one is going to be fun
30. Have a proper weekday coffee break: ceramic cup, idle gossip, and staring out a window.
31. Visit a playground and swing.
32. Make lemonade. (Literally or figuratively.)
33. Jump in a body of water. Float.
34. Give someone a hug; let them let go first.
35. Look at the stars.
36. Replace one utilitarian item you use every day--a measuring spoon, a file folder, a key chain--with something really, really beautiful.
37. Pamper your body with a massage, an overdue haircut, a trip to the sauna, or a soak in the tub.
38. Research something that sparks your curiosity (Arthurian legend, photosynthesis, investing). If you're still curious after a 15-minute google session, dive deeper.
39. Make a collage of beautiful images that resonate with you.
40. Read aloud to someone you love. - this is one of my favourite things!
41. Forgive yourself.
42. Forgive someone else.
43. Spend an hour in silent reflection.
44. Dine by candlelight on a weeknight.
45. Take a walk after dinner.
46. Have a glass of champagne, just because.
47. Spend one day taking pictures of everything you find beautiful.
48. Describe your perfect day in writing.
49. Select one drawer or surface and organize it.50. Do something you loved as a child.
Hope you join my challenge! And as a reward for reading this whole post. Check out my favourite song of the moment. Playing it on repeat. repeat. repeat.
Gotye- Somebody That I Used To Know (feat. Kimbra)- official film clip from Gotye on Vimeo. - Jun 24, 11
Just in time for Summer - huge Sample Sale!
Saturday, June 2510:00am to 4:00pm - May 03, 11
- Mar 26, 11The other day I was at Winners (emotionally shopping) and I stumbled across the "Good Will Hunting" DVD which was on sale for $5.99. I realized that this is one of my favorite movies and I didn't own it.Its a fantastic film, I recommend you watch it sometime soon.While I was watching it tonight I became very emotional (which doesn't usually happen to me in movies) but this scene truly touch me. I think its because of my car accident - without going into too much details I guess I've been feeling a heavy weight on my shoulders; that people expect that I should be healed by now (it take time), that my time off work was a "holiday" (hells no work is 1000 times better than what I've been going through), that in some how the accident was my fault (which it 100% was not), financially I've been feeling stressed due to all the extra incurred costs of treatment, I could keep going but thats not the point - just wanted to share something that inspired me/and lifted my spirit a little bit in the hope that it might help someone else. I realize its a completely different situation but it is completely relatable for me.
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Recently I was asked to contribute to my friend Rob's blog. He wanted to help introduce his readers to some new music - click here for the post - he got 8 friends together and tasked us to compile a list of our top 5 albums from 2010.
It was during my research for this post that I discovered I have way more than 5 albums from 2010 that I love - 17 actually. So feeling inspired by Rob I bring you my list of the top 17 albums from 2010.*Each band name links you to their myspace page and I've embedded a grooveshark player to the bottom of this post which contains 3 or 4 of my favourite songs from each album that you can listen to straight from my blog.- Broken Bells - Broken Bells
- The National - High Violet
- Delorean - Subiza
- Mumford and Sons - Sign No More
- Caribou - Swim
- Angus and Julia Stone - Down the way
- Beach House - Teen Dream
- Ra Ra Riot - Orchard
- Wintersleep - New Inheritors
- Cary Brothers - Under Control
- Band of Horses - Infinite Arms
- Birds of Tokyo - Birds of Tokyo
- Broken Social Scene - Forgiveness Rock Record
- Morgan Page - Believe
- LCD Soundsystem - This is happening
- The Black Keys - Brothers
- Yeasayer - Odd Blood
~Happy Listening - Jan 02, 11Happy New Year!Yesterday I was fortunate enough to spend the last day of 2010 with two of the most important people in my life my "little" brothers. I took them to enjoy a little taste of my everyday, the North Shore mountains. After gearing up in our luon and lending some running tights to my wee bro we hiked up the BCMC. It was an absolutely gorgeous sunny day.I am so proud of Kolton (he's 14) for coming along and powering up - he even ran up the last bit to ensure he'd "beat" me - you know according to him I'm middle at the ripe age of 27 so of course he had to beat me.Some of my favourite pics from the day~
mid-hike photo shoot he's so hard core view from the top - Jan 03, 11
I'll admit it took me a couple weeks to digest... I'm on the list of registered runners for Miwok 100km Trail Race.
Now that its sunk in and the holidays are winding down, the training begins. It's officially time to begin the pursuit of my next goal.My plan to run & finish my first 100km trail race nets out like this:1. F,F & TBAlignment of friends, family and perhaps most important training buddies. I even have two confirmed crew and two maybe crew members are lined up! I'm going to need all the support I can get to help me achieve this goal.2. Solid Training PlanA solid training plan. My training plan is something like this:5 runs a week; 1x tempo run, 1x hill training, 1x speed work, 2x longer weekend trail runs (longer runs building for 3 weeks at a time and then having one week a bit shorter to allow for recovery)Yoga x1 per weekStrength training x2 per week3. Nutrition PlanI've set a goal for myself...cook at home. Being a busy working girl (living alone) in the city it is often more convenient (& time efficient) to dine out rather then cook at home. However I'm well aware of the nutrition benefits to home cooked food.Also I'm dedicated/focused on improving my nutrition during training runs and during recovery post workouts. Bring on the gels and recovery drinks! Oh boy can't wait!4. Have a freaking awesome time!Not many people attempt to run a 100km race or understand why I'm doing it.I can't offer much more then this; I love running, I love being in the trails, hearing the rain, rivers & waterfalls, seeing the sun shine through the trees, being disconnected from the world, and letting my mind wonder where ever it likes. I'm addicted to endorphins and the feeling of chasing down a dream.Plus I know how great it is going to be when I'm out there actually running this thing!! I know the feeling of running across the finish line knowing that all your hard work and strong will got you there. And I love how great that first glass of wine will taste post run.5. SleepMake sure that I'm going to bed at a decent hour every night to ensure I stay as healthy as possible6. Write it downI tend to forget what I've done in terms of training so I'm going to be recording every work out and the details of the workout to ensure I'm not over training and that I'm listening to my body.Please share w/me any advice, tips or jokes (really anything) that will help me cross the finish line ;)If you're looking for me I'll probably be out on the trails...runningK - Dec 13, 10
What did I just do?!?!
I'm sweating. Breathing heavy. I can't stop shaking my legs. I feel light headed and faint and sick! I just put my name in the Miwok 100km Trail Race lottery. I can't bare to think what will happen if I actually get in. Good Lord.
If you know me it will mean it's go time because if I "win" a spot in the lottery $160US will be charged to my credit card and I'll be running 100km.Putting it out there for the universe - here is my goal setting via twitter and my blog:I put my name in the Miwok 100km Trail Race Lottery - December 2010When my name is drawn - I will run the Miwok 100km Trail Race (w/a smile on my face for 75% of the time) - April 2011
Looking for long run training partners starting.....NOW! - Dec 06, 10
Sample Sale
Thursday Dec 9th & Friday Dec 10th
1523 West 3rd, in the Cantech Building, Vancouver
Time: 9am-6pm
All sales are final, CASH Only
What you'll find:Clothing, tents, base layers, gloves, camping gear, kids cloths, kids packs, snowshoes, sandals, travel accessories, ski gear, water bottles and much more!Biking + running stuff - most items are $20. Great for xmas gifts for that road biker in your life. This will be their largest sale ever as they are having it with a number of other brands including:
Saucony
MSR
Red Feather
Sierra Designs
Ocean Minded
Laken
Lifesystems
Level Six
Rainforest Stainless Steel Bottles
Thermarest
Snow Angel
Vaude
Swiz
Sport Hill
Bergans of Norway
Vasque
LittleLife
Royal Robbins
Lifeadventure - Dec 03, 10
"Are you going to be a wimp or are you going to be strong today?"
-Peter MaherRunning my first cross country race tomorrow. The Gunner Shaw 10km, should be fun. Hoping I won't be a wimp but I know at least my nails will be pretty. Painted 'em dark purple last night, hoping the dark color covers the mud.
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- Apr 29, 13
Well it was that time once again. The Paris To Ancaster was just around the corner and my training was not as far along as it was in previous years. I was about 400 km’s behind where I wanted to be. Then the flu hit and it hit hard as I lost an entire week [...]
- Jan 24, 13
We have been experiencing some cold weather in Ottawa lately and last night did not disappoint (-40°C). As I was preparing myself, I was debating if my Firewall jacket would be enough with the layers underneath. I was soon proven right. This thing is fantastic!!! We had a great time, frozen eyelashes and all. And [...]
- Jan 24, 13
Yesterday, Ottawa enjoyed the lowest high temperature on record for the last eight years, as we hit a balmy high of -22.8, with a low of -32, plus windchill. Sane people decided this would be a good day to plug in the car, watch movies, and order some pizza. I, however, decided to go for [...]
- Jan 09, 13
I’m always finding these long winter months tough, one because its dark so early and secondly its cold. In the last few months I’ve been up grading some much needed running and biking clothing. I recently was able to test out a few things in race mode at a local Lake Samish half marathon. I [...]
- Dec 27, 12
As 2012 draws to a close, I think back on what an interesting year this has been. I have had some great race experiences and a period of pretty disappointing injury recovery. This year I paced a marathon group for the first time, ran the Boston Marathon with a friend who was doing it for [...]
- Dec 03, 12
Had a great fall marathon season, from wind to flat to hills from h*ll to #20. My goal is to complete a marathon in all states so why not do some of them as trainers? Took Rhode Island on as a trainer by doing 20 miles running then 6 at a fast walk. Well, that [...]
- Nov 27, 12
My last triathlon of the summer was the Canadian Olympic tri in Ottawa. I had been training all summer, dealing with some lower leg issues that were finally going away. I thought to myself that this might be the race where I could actually start to test myself more. So I decided to give it [...]
- Nov 27, 12
Some races are run for PB, others for more personal reasons. A friend of mine recently asked me if I could help her complete a sub 1:55 half marathon in memory of her grandfather. He had always been an important presence in her life (being there on her first race) and she deeply misses him. [...]
- Nov 27, 12
2012 so far has been a busy year for me… but not an easy one. It all started last fall when I had tendonitis in both Achilles. Got treatment for this issue only to have another appear (hip, knee). Through it all I tried to keeps my spirits up thinking maybe this specialist will figure [...]
- Nov 20, 12
So I put my back out during a mountain bike race back in July, and nothing I did really made it better except time. TIme off the bike, off the trails, and off my stand up board. But four weeks was enough and I decided if I had to lie down on the board, I [...]
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