One of the first things you’ll notice are our website upgrades, please have a look around and let us know what you think? 

Also new for 2010 is our Title Sponsor, The North Face. Thanks to this sponsorship agreement we are now able to give away a head to toe running outfit compliments of The North Face! One for the boys and one for the girls, presented at our season finale awards banquet (you will not have to be present to claim your prize). Best of all is that EVERY SINGLE PERSON who participates in at least three ‘Run The North Shore’ events will be eligible for these incredible prizes. Second place finishers will receive a pair of North Face trail shoes, and third will win a $50 GC to NSA

Please refer to our ‘Points Series Breakdown’ for full details. You'll also notice you can DOUBLE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING during the initial registration process!

Featured Races

Dirty Duo (March 13th)

First up on the racing calendar is The Dirty Duo a race that truly has something for everyone! Choose from running distances of 15k / 25k / 50k, or you can organize a relay race with a bike partner consisting of running 25k / riding 30k, tackle a single ride of just 30k, or conquer the full duo which would have you running 25k and riding 30k...SEE, truly something for EVERYONE!! Check out their website and contact Race Director Heather MacDonald for further details.

My First Trail Race 5k/10k (April 4th)

Are you looking to try something different, exciting, and 100% healthy, safe, and fun? Well this is it! British Columbia's only trail race geared specifically to the beginner trail runner! This unique event offers an exciting atmosphere, a beautiful course, a diverse field of participants, and an incredible off road experience. Choose from 5km or 10km distances.

Trail Maintenance Days (March 6th)

Please donate your most valuable asset, your time, and come help us keep the local trails free of debris and ready to run/ride on! No tools are needed just a strong back and appropriate gear for the weather.
We will be meeting at a TBA location on March 6th at 9am. The time commitment is about 4hours max. Contact Peter@northshoreathletics.com for more info

Running Tip Of The Month

Upper body movement / using your arms.

We are all conditioned to believe that running is all accomplished via your lower body, however, utilizing your upper body, and in the correct manner, will greatly improve your running efficiency. This means a greater return on invested energy, which will directly contribute towards faster run times, and less fatigue. First and foremost you want to eliminate as much cross body or swinging motion as possible. Try concentrating on driving your arms directly forward, since this is the direction you’re attempting to travel!

When you're running hills, it's important to make this effort to pump your arms forward, as this will help improve your hill technique during your climb. Too many runners neglect their arms which in turn leads to decreased performance.

Finally, when late in a race/run and feeling fatigued, pump your arms even more than you normally would. This will contribute to proper run form, which will improve your running economy, and SAVE YOU ENERGY! Bottom line? Use your arms to increase your speed and decrease fatigue. Swing them forward, not side to side, and drive your hands higher and harder as you start to tire.

Featured Athlete Of The Month

Nicola Gildersleeve (North Vancouver)

RTNS: What is your favourite RTNS event?

NG: That would be a toss-up between Iron Knee and Hallow's Eve

RTNS: How long have you been running for?

NG: I have been running for 5 years. It all began at NSA where I trained for my first marathon, Vancouver '2005'

RTNS: How often do you run?

NG: I run 5-6 times a week. During peak training weeks, I may run twice a day

RTNS: What would be your favourite trails/runs?

NG: One of my favorite trail runs is running from my house, up Old Mountain Highway to the 7th switchback, where I get the reward of burning down the mountain bike trails back home! It's about 1.5hr return (on a good day). I also love running along the Baden Powell, out to Norvan Falls, Howe Sound Crest Trail, and Haines Valley

RTNS: What are your specific ‘Run The North Shore’ goals this season?

NG: This year I plan on running the Dirty Duo, Iron Knee, The Fat dog relay, and Hallow's Eve ½

RTNS: Thanks Nicola, best of luck with your upcoming racing season!

That's it from your friendly RTNS for this month, but we'll be sure to check back in on you again in just four short weeks!

Till then, Happy Trails!!