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Monthly Archives: June 2009
The Running Man
No, we’re not talking about the awesomely bad 1987 movie with the Ahhnold, nor are we talking about totally rad 80′s dance moves (click that link, trust me). Instead, we want to introduce you to Jason Smith, the host of … Continue reading
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Monday Morning Race Hangover – Weekend Results
Here’s the rundown on the Newton Pro Team weekend race results: Stephen Hackett placed a solid 5th place in the unusually cool and wet Ironman 70.3 Buffalo Springs Lake Triathlon: Ironman 70.3 Buffalo Springs – June 28, 2009 Results: Top … Continue reading
Big props to Marco Garsed!
Newton Running would like to extend a hearty, double helping of congratulations to Marco Garsed this morning. First, Marco’s store, Tri-sition Area in San Antonio is Newton’s Retailer of the Month for June. It’s an awesome shop filled with all … Continue reading
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Monday Morning Inspiration-Winter Vinecki
Newton Running is incredibly proud to support Winter Vinecki and Athletes for a Cure. A Gift For Winter from Athletes for a Cure on Vimeo. This video project was a gift from an extremely talented Atlanta artist, James Mabery. www.everydayjm.com … Continue reading
How to Reduce and Avoid Common Running Injuries
Efficient form and lightweight shoes are the keys to staying healthy By Danny Abshire, co-founder, Newton Running Do you think a running shoe with a thickly cushioned heel pad and rigid medial post can keep you from suffering common running … Continue reading
Great Finish with Great Shoes
Laurie Tucker of Mesa, Arizona rests in the shade after completing Grandma’s Marathon in her pink Newton Racers. Laurie said, “Tough conditions- it was so hot! – but I love my Newtons!” Congratulations, Laurie!
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Arashi ♥’s Newton
This is a cell phone commercial featuring Masaki Aiba (I think) of the incredibly popular boy-band Arashi in Japan. The ad is supposed to be for this company’s new waterproof cell phone (cool) but from my perspective, Aiba’s bright green … Continue reading
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Crowie’s 2 Second Win in Idaho
The photo pretty much says it all. Craig Alexander overcame a five-minute deficit on the run at the Ironman 70.3 Boise on Saturday, beating Chris Lieto by just two seconds in a final 50-yard dash. Check out Crowie’s near-perfect, aligned … Continue reading
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Weekend Race Preview
It’s shaping up to be a big weekend of racing for our team of Newton pros… The weekend will start with the Ironman 70.3 Boise event on Saturday. Craig Alexander will attempt to back up his recent Ironman 70.3 Hawaii … Continue reading
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Another Real Person Review
We came across this terrific, if exhaustive, review of the new 2009 Newton Gravity shoes from Bo Jordan in Charlotte, NC. Here’s an excerpt: “I often have mixed feelings regarding the running shoe industry. On one hand, I love running … Continue reading
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