IronBrandon - Triathlon to Running and everything in between

IronBrandon Show: Episode 176

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 02 May 2012 19:01:00 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 175

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 02 May 2012 19:00:20 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 174

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 03:44:47 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 173

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:40:46 +0000

Lance Armstrong Takes Second at Ironman 70.3 Panama Lance’s Impact on Ironman Exposure

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 172

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:35:51 +0000

Race Report for AUAB 5K Seven Marathons, Seven Continents, Less than Five Days Got Your Back Network

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 171

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 03:11:46 +0000

180′s Ultralite CTG Gloves ISM Saddles Jabra Sport Bluetooth Headphones YakTrax

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 170

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 03:03:55 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 169

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 03:15:15 +0000

Chrissie Wellington Taking 2012 Away from Ironman Racing Ironman 70.3 Kansas Ironman Canada Ironman 70.3 Lake Stevens

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Jabra Teams up with Five-Time Ironman World Champion Craig “Crowie” Alexander

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:46:13 +0000

Las Vegas, NV – January 9, 2012– Jabra, a world leader in creating hands-free communications solutions, announced today a partnership with five-time Ironman World Champion, Craig “Crowie” Alexander,...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 168

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:13:51 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 167

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:05:44 +0000

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 167

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:48:58 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 166

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:46:57 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 165

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:46:28 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 164

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 06:09:37 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 163

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 06:09:02 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 162

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 06:08:19 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 161

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 20:39:49 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 160

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:20:08 +0000

Grand Columbian Super Triathlon

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 159

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:42:07 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 158

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 21:10:48 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 157

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 20:49:38 +0000

IronBrandon is dedicated to triathlon, running, cycling, swimming and the people who get out and do it...

IronBrandon Show: Episode 156

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 16:03:24 +0000

24 hour show giveaway and raffle list! PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011! Polar Watches Timex Ironman Suunto...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 155

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:34:33 +0000

24 hour show giveaway and raffle list! PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011!

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Me versus the elements

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 06:24:55 +0000

On my workout/ride home this evening I could see off in the distance a wicked storm brewing to the South of Boulder and heading North which just happened to be right in my line of travel. About 20...

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The Tosh.0 Treadmill Marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 16:34:12 +0000

If you’ve never watched the Comedy Central show Tosh.0 you may be a bit offended by some of comedian Daniel Tosh’s less that reverent humor (personally, I love it). In any event, he...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 154

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 03:44:14 +0000

IronBrandon Show: Episode 153

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 23:50:37 +0000

IronBrandon Show: Episode 152

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:20:24 +0000

Specialized S-Works Prevail Helmet 24 hour show giveaway and raffle list! PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011!

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 151

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 17:07:29 +0000

Newton Running Kenyon Neuman 24 hour show giveaway and raffle list! PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011!...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 150

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:54:40 +0000

Win a Newton Running package! Win a Polar RS300X Watch! Newton Running

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 149

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 02:15:44 +0000

Win a Newton Running package! Win a Polar RS300X Watch! Win a portable solar panel from Brunton! Newton Running

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24 hour show postponed

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 16:39:51 +0000

When I went to bed last night, I wondered why I was so fatigued since I had taken an hour nap in the afternoon (something that I can NEVER do and still get to sleep). Upon waking this morning, I...

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Raffle rules and entry. Win gear from Newton, Polar and Brunton!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 21:19:59 +0000

Here’s how the raffles are going to work: Step 1: Click one of the buttons below to donate the amount for the raffle entry you want. It will take you to the donation site. You can enter more...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 148

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 01:52:06 +0000

Guess who has two thumbs and starts working for Newton Running on June 20th!? Newton Running 24 hour show giveaway and raffle list! PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate...

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24 hour show giveaway and raffle list!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 19:02:46 +0000

As many of you know, this coming Friday (June 10) at 5 PM EST my marathon live show to raise money for Athletes for a Cure will start! I’ve worked with several brands to arrange for giveaways...

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Polar USA Introduces RCX5 Training Computer and New Suite of Technology Accessories

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:14:01 +0000

Lake Success, N.Y. (June 1, 2011) – Polar (www.polarusa.com), the leader in heart rate monitoring and fitness assessment technologies, today introduced the RCX5. Building on decades of experience,...

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Gear Review: Speedo Sonic Spliced with Endurance+ Fabric

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 18:07:48 +0000

Back in the day (“the day” being the late 80′s to about 1995) I swam a lot. I was in the water about probably eight or nine workouts a week. With that much pool time, my teammates...

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For National Running Day…The Race

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 17:32:38 +0000

Today is National Running Day (woohoo!) and to help you get in the mood to go outside and rock it, I thought I’d share this AMAZING video. Get ready to be inspired!

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 147

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 01:40:28 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011! Email info@ironbrandon.com to find out about sponsorship for the 24 hour...

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Run with joy.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 27 May 2011 17:06:38 +0000

Last night my wife and I were watching the premier of the new season of So you think you can dance. Admittedly, my favorite part of watching any show like that (American Idol, America’s Got...

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How long do you leave your disposable timing tag attached?

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 26 May 2011 13:35:50 +0000

Disposable timing chips are becoming more and more prevalent in races these days. They’re cheap and it doesn’t matter if you walk off with one. We’ve all seen people walking around...

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My top 5 tips for staying cool when it’s hot outside.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 25 May 2011 18:24:42 +0000

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Review: GU Brew Electrolyte Tablets

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 24 May 2011 15:27:58 +0000

Staying on top of nutrition during an endurance event is a pretty tricky thing to do. Much of the time we’re called upon to figure out clever ways to carry any number of powders and other odd...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 146

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 24 May 2011 01:32:30 +0000

Giro launches Selector aero helmet at the Tour of California

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 23 May 2011 18:19:10 +0000

(Scotts Valley, CA) Giro, the cycling world’s design leader since 1985, has announced the launch of the all-new Selector helmet. Combining a built-in eye shield with a self-adjusting fit system and...

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Lance and doping on 60 Minutes – Part 2

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 23 May 2011 14:52:19 +0000

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Lance and doping on 60 Minutes – Part 1

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 23 May 2011 14:14:46 +0000

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Gear Review: GoLite Tara Lite

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 20 May 2011 18:59:17 +0000

When Christopher McDougall’s book, Born to Run, was released in May of 2009, many would say that it was one of the biggest catalysts in getting an increasing amount of runners back to the...

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Teva Collaborates with Santa Barbara Zoo to Design Life-Saving Shoe for “Lucky” the Penguin

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 19 May 2011 00:08:43 +0000

05.17.2011– (Goleta, Calif.) –Adventure-footwear company Teva® (a division of Deckers Outdoor Corporation, NASDAQGS: DECK) has come to the rescue of a young Humboldt penguin with an impaired foot at...

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Gear Review: Light & Motion Vis 360 helmet lamp

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 18 May 2011 14:35:10 +0000

Now that most of us have left the super cold winter in the dust, we have all this wonderful daylight to work with! However, along with all this sun will eventually come the scorching summer heat and...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 145

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 17 May 2011 01:59:34 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011! R.I.P. Sammy Wanjiru Lanacane Mission Skincare Bodyglide More anti-chafing...

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Gear Review: Pearl Izumi Infinity Running Shorts

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 16 May 2011 17:42:05 +0000

When I first began running in earnest I wore what I had to wear. This included cotton t-shirts (shudder) and shorts made from that basketball short material. Almost always the shorts came to at least...

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Getting back some speed

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 16 May 2011 14:15:42 +0000

When I injured my achilles this winter on some ice, I thought I had just pulled my calf and went about stretching and rolling and the like to “work it out”. That was a mistake and I paid...

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R.I.P. Sammy Wanjiru

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 16 May 2011 01:36:13 +0000

Olympic champion Sammy Wanjiru has passed away. All our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. The world has lost an amazing athlete and true champion. [Universal Sports - Olympic champion...

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info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 12 May 2011 13:13:59 +0000

If you want to become the best runner you can be, start now. Don’t spend the rest of your life wondering if you can do it. ~Priscilla Welch

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Ironman New York City(?)

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 11 May 2011 13:13:27 +0000

I think I’ve floated the possibility of this event several times since I got involved in triathlon and it looks like the World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) has been on the same wavelength as...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 144

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 10 May 2011 01:57:19 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011! Pearl Izumi ISO Transition Teva Zilch Keen A86 RaRa Running Wouter Weylandt...

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info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 09 May 2011 13:31:53 +0000

There will be days you don’t think you can run a marathon. There will be a lifetime of knowing you have. ~Unknown

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Geeks Live at Missouri Running Company

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sun, 08 May 2011 20:38:38 +0000

Who? The Geeks! AKA the Geeks in Running Shoes. We are a couple of beginning runners that put on a podcast. We do a lot of interviews including Anton Krupicka, Scott Jurek, Dr. Leslie Lam, and...

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info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 06 May 2011 13:40:53 +0000

Anyone can run 20 miles. It’s the next six that count. ~Barry Magee

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Forcing a smile

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 06 May 2011 13:32:57 +0000

A new study in the Academy of Management Journal shows that people who force themselves to smile at work actually wind up putting themselves in a bad mood which can, in turn, cut productivity....

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info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 05 May 2011 12:26:28 +0000

The race does not always go to the swift, but to the ones who keep running. ~Anon.

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info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 04 May 2011 12:58:31 +0000

Every morning in Africa, a gazelle wakes up. It knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning in Africa, a lion wakes up. It knows that it must run faster than the slowest...

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First look: RaRa Running Shoes

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 03 May 2011 13:17:51 +0000

Flat. One piece upper. Hot.

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 143

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 03 May 2011 02:01:33 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011! Legally Blind woman wins the Flying Pig Marathon! Triathlete stops, mid-race,...

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Fast band ISO faster studio!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 02 May 2011 17:15:11 +0000

I haven’t tried these shoes from Puma but I’m a sucker for a funny commercial!

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Tampa woman starts St. Anthony’s Triathlon, pauses to save a life, then finishes the race.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 02 May 2011 16:57:39 +0000

In an epic show of badassery, Teresa McCoy, 37, of Tampa stopped during the bike leg of the well know St. Anthony’s Triathlon to save a life. McCoy, who is a nurse by profession noticed a...

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Boston Athletic Association drops their case for the marathon world record

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:19:21 +0000

After kicking Haile Gebrselassie’s (and the current standing) marathon world record squarely in the ass, Geoffrey Mutai as well as the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) were lobbying hard...

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Gear Review: Speedo Universal Oggle (goggle strap)

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 12:53:10 +0000

I wear Swedish goggles when I swim and I have been for the past twenty years (kind of partial to Malmsten). They’re light, cheap and have a great field of vision. Unfortunately they almost...

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Gear Review: Pearl Izumi Infinity In-R-Cool LS

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 12:10:53 +0000

There is a time when we find ourselves outdoors and in need of something a bit cooler or a bit warmer or maybe something that can keep our skin protected long after sunscreen has abandoned our pasty...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 142

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 01:57:20 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011! Leave a comment on this episode (142) and be entered to win a FREE pair of...

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Kim Smith speaks after pulling out of the Boston Marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:12:11 +0000

Kim Smith, native New Zealander who calls Providenc Rhode Island, ran an amazing race for the first 17 miles or so of the 2011 Boston Marathon this past Monday. Then tragedy struck. The video below...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 141

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 13:34:57 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011! New York Times recap of the 2011 Boston Marathon The Naked Tour Newton...

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Watch or listen to the Boston Marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 13:30:32 +0000

While this stream only works in New England I think it may depend on where your IP originates so try and see if it works! If it doesn’t work, you can always listen to the live coverage!...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 140

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 02:02:53 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011! Come see me sing with Christopher McDougall and Co. at the Naked Tour! I am...

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Chrissie Wellington talk about her world record at Ironman South Africa

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:13:00 +0000

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Sierra Designs and Alaska Mountain Guides launch ‘A Year of Adventure’ sweepstakes

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:52:52 +0000

BOULDER, COLO. (April 8, 2011) – Exotic locations, breath-taking scenery, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences await three lucky winners in the co-sponsored Sierra Designsand Alaska Mountain Guides ‘A...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 139

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 20:08:01 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011!

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 138

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 14:59:14 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011!! Leave a comment HERE to be enterer to win a free pair of Stuffitts! Natural...

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More details on the new Polar RCX5 training computer!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:41:19 +0000

So the wait is over! Here are some details on the new RCX5 training computer. This is a cutting-edge product ideal for endurance sports, with some exciting new features to coach you in planning,...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 137

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 02:45:21 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011!! Leave a comment HERE to win a FREE bottle of Vidazorb! Vic’s awesome...

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Polar gets ready to step it up BIG time in the triathlon department!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 17:23:00 +0000

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Gear Review: Sugoi RSE Bib Short

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:50:15 +0000

caught my eye and more than that, caught the attention of touch was the chamois. This thing is lightweight but wonderfully firm and cushioned. In my experience some chamois’s (is that the...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 136

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 23:00:11 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011!! Leave a comment HERE to win a FREE bottle of Vidazorb! Sally Meyerhoff...

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R.I.P. Craig F.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 04:21:01 +0000

I have just found out that a reader and listener of IronBrandon, Craig F., has passed away in the past couple of days. I do not know any details and as yet his family seems to be keeping details...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 135

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 16:20:01 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011!! Reflective Runner Podcast

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My swim speed

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 18:27:11 +0000

Recently I’ve been getting some not so nice comments from a couple of NCAA swimmers. At least, I think it’s more than one, it might just be one. Aside from being dangerously close to...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 134

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 05:15:09 +0000

LEAVE A COMMENT HERE TO BE ENTERED TO WIN A FREE PAIR OF STUFFITTS! Newton 24 Hours of Triathlon Boa Technology Racers Against Childhood Cancer (RACC) Ironman Wisconsin Ironman Lonestar (70.3) ISM...

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Gear Review: Karhu Fast 2 Fulcrum Ride

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 04:47:12 +0000

Most of us know that a fulcrum is the pivot point of a lever. The point at which the fulcrum falls along the span of the lever changes the amount of effort needed to produce optimal power and...

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SRAM RED Turns Black – New Color Option for SRAM’s top-end Groupset

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 03:20:34 +0000

Black RED – SRAM’s new color option for its top groupset After the success of the Limited Tour Edition (LTE), SRAM RED will be available in a new color option: Black. With market trends...

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Gear Review: SwiMP3 from FINIS

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 03:12:41 +0000

Probably one of the biggest complaints of people doing long training swims is good, old-fashioned boredom. I’ve heard more people than I can count wishing for music of some sort, be it from...

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Sydney and Daddy having a moment of down time

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 18:52:52 +0000

Daddy and Sydney spending some down time between the gym and rehearsal in Milwaukee…

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Natural running, NYC style!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 17:14:03 +0000

In less than a month, on March 11, 12 and 13 New York City athletes will get a chance to be attend some amazing natural running clinics right in the Big Apple (as well as a couple dates for those of...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 133

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 17:47:41 +0000

Sorry for such a short episode guys! The new (for the next few weeks) live streaming time will be at 8 PM EST on THURSDAYS!! To join in go to: ironbrandon.com/live

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Sandra Bullock rockin’ the Newton’s!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 14:03:38 +0000

I got beat to this by a tiny bit by someone else, but I thought I’d share anyway! Here is the former Mrs. James, Sandra Bullock on a visit to the gym accompanied by her Newton Performance...

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Boston Marathon (B.A.A.) announces new registration procedure (time gap remains RIDICULOUS)

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:55:55 +0000

The Boston Athletic Association announced this morning a new registration procedure as well as new qualifying times. Both of these things will begin with the 2012 and 2013 races.This is in response...

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Newton Sir Isaac awarded as 220 Triathlon Magazine’s run shoe of the year!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 14:18:44 +0000

The headline pretty much says it all! The Sir Isaac Guidance Trainer from the awesome folks at Newton Running has been named the Run Shoe of the Year by the UK’s Triathlon 220 Magazine! The...

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Lance Armstrong retires from professional cycling

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 13:51:31 +0000

After famously un-retiring in 2008 to return to the Tour de France, Lance Armstrong has once again officially retired. Sitting down in an interview with the Associated Press (video below), Armstrong...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 132

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 03:11:47 +0000

PLEASE click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011!! Leave a comment HERE to be entered to win a FREE bottle of Vidazorb! My...

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So, now Alberto Contador is cleared.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:31:11 +0000

I’m a bit confused as to what this means in terms of the UCI and racing in general but, apparently Alberto Contador has been cleared of doping allegations by the Spanish Cycling Federation....

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An interesting start to an interesting time…

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:19:42 +0000

Happy Monday and happy Valentine’s day! Today is the beginning of a very interesting period in my life and I thought I’d take a minute to share some thoughts on where it began this...

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Sumo wrestler is going for World’s heaviest marathon record

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:22:55 +0000

This is Kelly Gneiting. He is a sumo wrestler. He currently weighs 410 pounds. He is a marathoner. In 2008 Gneiting completed the Los Angeles Marathon in 11:52:11. At the time his weight was about...

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Apolo Ohno is running the NYC Marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:00:28 +0000

I may be late to the party on this bit of news, but here it is! Apolo Anton Ohno, an 8-time Olympic medalist, will be running the 2011 New York City Marathon. His training for the marathon will make...

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Swim training

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 18:59:20 +0000

Sites like dailymile are great for several reasons. They’re an easy way to track our training. They’re a wonderful place to be part of a large and encouraging community. They also have...

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A great prostate cancer resource

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 16:02:37 +0000

As I’ve said in the past, we all know someone who has been affected by prostate cancer. Many of us, however, have no idea what affects te proliferation of prostate cancer and what we can do to...

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Gear Review: Sugoi RS Cycling Glove

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:29:38 +0000

On a bike, I feel like we often neglect our hands until it’s too late. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve found myself shaking my hands out to get some feeling back after having...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 131

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 02:51:30 +0000

Click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011!! Gear news and reviews at GEARIST.COM! STUFFITTS!! Ian Adamson Newton Running Newton...

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Draft legal age group triathlon!?

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 20:38:35 +0000

If you’ve ever done a triathlon in the United States chances are, drafting on the bike leg was illegal. In it’s rules USA Triathlon (USAT) takes the time to lay out the rules for drafting...

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Update: Newton MV2

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 14:14:29 +0000

Last week, the folks at Competitor posted the below video from The Running Event in Austin this past December. In it, Newton Running’s co-founder Danny Abshire shows off the much anticipated...

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Why It’s Important to Know How to Swim In a Pool.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 15:24:40 +0000

As a strong swimmer, a consistent question that I get from people I give tips to is, “Why do I need to know how to have good turns/underwater push-off’s/etc. in a pool when my race is in...

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Crowie and Macca to battle in Abu Dhabi!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 15:01:24 +0000

Much has been made in the past of the Crowie and Macca rivalry. In fact, you may have even heard some hints of it in my interview with Crowie [LINK]. Usually we have to wait until Kona to see Crowie...

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First Look: GU Brew Electrolyte Tablets

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 14:36:32 +0000

An unexpected present showed up at Gearist HQ the other day. It came with a letter saying that we (in conjunction with IronBrandon.com) were the lucky recipients of one of only 26 of the packages...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 130

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 02:59:31 +0000

Click HERE to donate to Athletes for a Cure and the Prostate Cancer Foundation as I train for Ironman Canada 2011!! Ironman Canada TriSports.com Phoenix Triathlon Amica Ironman 70.3 Rhode Island New...

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Having a heart to heart…with myself.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:08:28 +0000

So I’m pretty sure that some of you will read this and mark me a certifiably insane, which is fine. Yesterday evening as I was in the middle of a ride on my indoor trainer, I looked to my right...

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Prostate Cancer Names of Note

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:00:19 +0000

Prostate cancer affects everyone, even those that may seem above it all. Here’s a short, but seemingly long, list of some rather famous people who’ve fought the disease. Some have won and...

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Gear Review: Sugoi Firewall 220 Zip

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 16:08:09 +0000

Bulk is rarely good. Sure, you have your insulated, puffy coats that are amazing at keeping you warm, but during many activities you don’t want something getting in your way and hindering your...

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Alberto Contador stripped and suspended

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 21:30:26 +0000

After a very public doping scandal following the 2010 Tour de France, Alberto Contador has officially been stripped of his title and suspended from competitive cycling for one year. Since being...

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Pondering Heat Acclimation

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 18:43:37 +0000

I know it’s a strange time of year to be thinking about hot weather but nonetheless, here I sit, thinking about the dog days of summer and how to better deal with oppressive heat and humidity....

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Running Shoe Review: La Sportiva Crossover GTX

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 20:52:23 +0000

Getting in a run off road in the winter can be challenging at best. Not only is there the often frustration inducing cold, but that is quite often followed closely by the ever present specter of...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 129

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 02:55:06 +0000

Help get me to Ironman Canada with Team Newton and Athletes for a Cure! Floyd Landis wants to legalize doping(?) Baker’s Distance Racer Review My Kinvara Review Prostate Cancer Facts SheROX...

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Meet the Nada, the brand new minimalist running shoe by Somnio

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 21:12:31 +0000

Minimalist running is steadily becoming one of the most popular trends among runners. Many runners praise the strengthening and toning benefits associated with minimalist running, but caution that...

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Chris’ Disney Marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 17:59:38 +0000

IronBrandon reader/listener Chris ran the Walt Disney World Marathon on January 10, 2011. He sent over this email and the awesome pictures below it. (I’m SUPER jealous of his medal/Newton...

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SheROX Triathlon Series Partners with Life Time Fitness Creating a Nine Race Women’s Triathlon Series

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:58:46 +0000

01.21.2011– January 21, 2011 – Philadelphia Triathlon, LLC, owners of the SheROX Triathlon Series, and Life Time Fitness, Inc. (NYSE:LTM) today announced a multi-year partnership expanding...

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Special Presentation on Pain-free Movement January 28

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:46:24 +0000

For New York City being known as THE place where thing happen, it sure seems like I’m missing out on all the good stuff! Anyway, this is from The Running Front, Sir Isaac’s very own blog!...

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Training Run: 1/20/11

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 13:51:11 +0000

Dark outside + black ice + headlights in my face = Not a great run As you can see by the log entry above, I did about 15 minutes less than what was assigned to me. I did this because where I was...

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Training Ride: 1/19/11

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 16:36:39 +0000

It seems the types of workouts that annoy me are always the ones that find me indoors. The ride above was done on (begrudgingly) on my trainer since, by the time I was able to ride it was 8:15 PM and...

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Running Shoe Review: Saucony ProGrid Kinvara

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 16:08:18 +0000

I consider myself a “natural runner”. For me, this means that I run with a more natural gait with my feet landing directly under my center of gravity at the peak load point of my stride. This also...

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Landis wants to legalize doping. Wow.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 21:29:43 +0000

Cycling biggest moron is now vying for the position of World’s biggest moron. Floyd Landis, disgraced Tour de France champion and admitted not-doper/doper/computer hacker has now come out with...

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Prostate Cancer Facts

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:05:20 +0000

Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in America, affecting 1 in 6 men. But who is most at risk of getting prostate cancer and why? There are several major factors that influence risk,...

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Baker Reviews the Newton Running Distance Racer (Distancia)

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 02:18:40 +0000

Check out more of Baker’s writings at Beyond Defeat This summer I agreed to go attend a “Natural Running” Clinic with one of the founder’s of Newton Running, Danny Abshire. We...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 128

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 02:54:19 +0000

CALL THE SHOW AND TELL ME ABOUT YOUR FIRST RACE! (917) 675-3144 Ironman Canada Help get me to Ironman Canada with Team Newton and Athletes for a Cure! Red Bank Triathlon Amica Ironman 70.3 Providence...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 127

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 03:24:39 +0000

CALL THE SHOW AND TELL ME ABOUT YOUR FIRST RACE! (917) 675-3144 My 10 Tips for Winter Running ICESPIKE YakTrax La Sportiva Hobnails Snow Gaiters at REI La Sportiva Crossover GTX Saucony ProGrid Razor...

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Juan Pelota (ahem…Lance Armstrong) takes a dip in Kona

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:35:41 +0000

Regardless of his pulling out of his first triathlon in a while, Mr. Armstrong Pelota is still getting in his workouts. Here’s a quick video of him in the water on the Kona course. (Get those...

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I wonder…

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 18:46:13 +0000

I wonder how many miles I’ll run this year. I wonder how far below 50 minutes I’ll swim in an Ironman. I wonder if I’ll ever be able to achieve my goal of going to bed at 8 PM. I...

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Saucony Peregrine Review from Tridudes

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 16:15:47 +0000

Great review of the Saucony Peregrine from Till. Check out more of the scoop from Europe at tridudes.com

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Nike and TomTom Unveil Game-Changing Nike+ SportWatch GPS

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 15:29:40 +0000

2011 International CES LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) and TomTom (AEX: TOM2) have collaborated to create the Nike+ SportWatch GPS Powered by TomTom. The new running...

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My 10 tips for Winter Running

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 15:47:04 +0000

I know that by now we’ve probably all read a thousand lists like this, so I figured I’d add my voice to the chorus of advice. This winter, the bite of cold air and snow is making its way...

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Cold Weather Fitness on the Today Show

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 20:21:09 +0000

Some good gear for cold weather running on the Today Show this morning. Take a look at what shows up at about the 2 minute mark! Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the...

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Newton Running is coming to Texas, baby!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 13:48:19 +0000

I am often asked when a Newton Running clinic will be coming to different parts of the world. One of the places that has come up several times is the great state of Texas. Well, all you natural...

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IronBandon Show: Episode 126

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 02:51:20 +0000

CALL THE SHOW! 917-675-3144 Stuffitts! GoLite Black Mountain Thermal Wind Jacket Craft Storm Tights Global 5K & 10K

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Lance Armstrong pulls out of Blue Lake multisports festival

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 15:02:47 +0000

Lance Armstrong has officially pulled out of his much anticipated re-entry into triathlon. Juan Pelota, Armstrong’s swimming, biking and running alter-ego has said that he will be pulling out...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 125

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 03:03:37 +0000

CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO IRONBRANDON IN ITUNES! (IT’S FREE!) GoLite Contest:Black Mountain Thermal Wind Jacket (Men’s or Women’s)! Here are the way to get up to 3 entries and the...

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Foot Stickers?!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:34:49 +0000

While it may be lacking an element of practicality these have got to be some of the most inventive things I’ve seen. We are all familiar by now with Vibram Five Fingers (pronounced VEE-BRUM) or...

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Running Shoe Review: Newton Terra Momentus

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 20:26:10 +0000

The natural running revolution has been gaining a huge head of steam over the past couple of years. The funny thing is, people are treating this way of running as though it’s something new....

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 124

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 02:53:30 +0000

Boston Athletic Association promises changes

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 17:50:39 +0000

As they stated earlier in the year, the Boston Athletic Association intends to make many changes to the registration procedures for the Boston Marathon in the future. In the story linked below, race...

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Haile Gebrselassie and Johnny Walker

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 15:00:13 +0000

While I’m sure that many might call this a selling out of sorts, or perhaps ask, “What do Geb and Johnny Walker have to do with one another?”, I quite enjoy this commercial. Tell me...

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Chinese hurdler says, “Screw it!”

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 13:53:39 +0000

I have never tried to run hurdles and I’m pretty sure that I never will. However, if I did try, I imagine it might look a lot like this (HAHAHAHAHA!!):

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Triathlon elites lining up next to Juan Pelota (Lance Armstrong) in his re-entry to triathlon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 14:52:35 +0000

When seven time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong toes the line in his return to triathlon in January, he will certainly have to bring his A-game and then some to step up to the competition. New...

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Gear Review: Icebreaker GT200 Sprint Zip

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:28:31 +0000

Technical base layers are a garment that, when done right, can make an amazing difference in the overall feel and enjoyment of outdoor pursuits. The GT200 Sprint Zip from Icebreaker steps up to the...

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Running deconstructed by robots.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 14:40:57 +0000

Some time ago I posted this video of a robot built by Toyota. What caught my eye, aside from the fact that it was a humanoid robot running, was that the robot, which did have heels, ran on its...

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Kara Goucher: Smacking down the boys and returning to Boston

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 16:06:24 +0000

Runner’s World reported yesterday (link below) that Kara Goucher has chosen the 2011 Boston Marathon to be her first marathon following the birth of her first child, colt this past September....

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Honey Stinger Announces Grassroots Sponsorship Program

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 14:30:28 +0000

12.14.2010– – (Steamboat Springs, Colo.) – Honey Stinger, the leading manufacturer of honey-based nutritional products, announces a new grassroots sponsorship program called “The Hive.” The...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 123

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 03:02:22 +0000

Win a GU Energy sampler package! Here are the way to get up to 3 entries and the rules: Entry one: leave a comment on Episode 123 Entry two: refer a friend to leave a comment and mention your name...

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A message for our troops.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 20:45:13 +0000

I think it often slips our minds. I think we all forget far more than we remember that every day of the year the United States Armed Forces are placing themselves in harms way. I think we forget that...

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Amazing Turnover!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 16:34:51 +0000

Holy CRAP! Listener/reader Kevin sent this video clip over today. This appears to be some sort of training session for track cyclists. The leg speed this guy achieves is insane! I would be on the...

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Review: Honey Stinger Gels and Chews

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 16:08:30 +0000

Earlier this year I learned the hard way that my stomach does not agree with Gluten. This little fact is all the more evident when I am out running since , no matter how smooth my stride (which I...

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Review: BOB Ironman Stroller

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 18:39:55 +0000

Since 1991 BOB has been building high quality, lightweight bike trailers beginning with their first; the YAK. Upon the birth of their own children, founders Roger Malinowski and Philip Novotny were...

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Howard Stern Re-Signs with SiriusXM!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 16:13:18 +0000

I know this is WAY off topic (though I guess I could claim it’s sort of relevant since both Howard’s wife Beth and Robin Quivers have both run the NYC Marathon) but as a huge Stern fan I...

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How’s your winter training going?

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 16:00:40 +0000

Yeah, I know I wrote a post about the off season last week. However, I may be thinking that’s more about racing than training. Even then, I have two races that I know of right now, so is it...

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Sir Richard Branson Racing in the 2011 London Triathlon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 17:51:21 +0000

You’ve got to hand it to him, Richard Branson is brilliant when it comes to PR. The event will take place on the weekend of July 30-31 in the Docklands and it will be the 15th anniversary of...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 122

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 03:04:46 +0000

Click here to leave a comment to win a FREE one year subscription to Triathlete Magazine! Rules: Run barefoot for ONE MINUTE (outside or inside) and leave a comment telling me what you notice about...

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STUFFITTS AND HOBNAILS CONTEST ENDS AT NOON TODAY!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 15:04:32 +0000

Hey there everyone! This week we have not one, but TWO giveaways. First up is the monthly giveaway of Stuffitts! Stuffitts are a fantastic product that helps keep your shoes smelling fresh and...

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My Shoe Wear Pattern – 2010 Newton Gravitas Trainers

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sat, 04 Dec 2010 00:19:58 +0000

I was asked to post pictures of the wear pattern on the sole of my shoes. The shoes I chose are my daily trainers, Newton Gravitas. This pair has about 550 miles on them and are still in great shape...

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Gearist’s Gear of the Year: Road ID Wrist ID Elite

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 16:11:56 +0000

How you can be an runner, cyclist, triathlete, hiker, kayaker, climber, hunter, (and on and on) and not have a Road ID is beyond me. Road ID is probably the single most affordable way to keep...

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High School Relay will Race the Mens Elite Field in Dallas This Weekend

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 17:52:56 +0000

Listener Jeff just sent this article to me. It is a very cool idea of a high school marathon relay running alongside the pro runners at this weekend’s Dallas White Rock Marathon. While the idea...

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Triathlon Transitions Be Damned!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 19:41:35 +0000

When I first saw this video I knew exactly what was coming. This cool little toy whipped up by some guys at Dartmouth allows the athlete to wear their running shoes on the bike, thus making their...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 121

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 02:50:15 +0000

Click here to leave a comment and win a free pair of Stuffitts or a set of Hobnails from La Sportiva (specify if you want to enter for one or both)! Newton Running Terra Momentus Klean Kanteen Gearist

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The Off Season

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 21:23:21 +0000

We’ve arrived at that time of year (Ok, I’ve arrived at that time of year). The major marathons are over, triathlon season is hanging on to the last vestiges of warmth in the Northern...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 120

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 03:07:05 +0000

Rudy Project Helmets Lazer Helmets Philadelphia Marathon The Running Event Ironman Arizona Born to Run, the Musical

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Race Report: 2010 Philadelphia Marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 15:28:01 +0000

Disclaimer: This post, while not too gross, will be WAY more than I ever wanted to share. Here’s to painful honesty! For me, the 2010 Philadelphia Marathon was something of a redemptive race. I...

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Newton Racing Flat…I think…

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sat, 20 Nov 2010 04:23:32 +0000

Wicked. As far as I know, zero drop. Details to come…

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Nutrition Review: Vidazorb, Super C

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 22:06:55 +0000

Vidazorb products are an easy to use, chewable probiotic. Probiotics are a type of bacteria that aid in digestion and meant to help aid in the balance of the gastrointestinal system. In a very...

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Following Kara’s Comeback

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 14:58:55 +0000

Kara Goucher is now a mere eight weeks into motherhood and she’s already laying down tempo runs that would be the envy of most of us. I know that I, for one, have been eager to see what her...

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Pondering the sub-2 hour marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 18:22:59 +0000

Well, it’s not me pondering it so much as this video is. I can’t say that I agree with everything in the video (especially when it comes to name pronunciation) but some of it lines up...

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The Boston Marathon hands out a few more entries.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 14:35:33 +0000

This morning I read the below linked article from Runner’s World. It references entry into the 2011 Boston Marathon. If you’re not familiar with the incredible deluge of unhappy...

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Christopher McDougall’s, Born to Run…the musical?

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 20:13:39 +0000

Many of you know by now that the week before the 2010 New York City Marathon Chris McDougall, author of the best seller Born to Run asked me to do him a favor. Chris had this seemingly crazy idea of...

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Gebreselassie’s retirement and how politics (might have) been involved

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 14:58:15 +0000

Like most Americans, I know pretty much nothing about the intricacies in the political systems of other countries. With that in mind, I came across the below linked article that suggests that...

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Newton Co-Founder Danny Abshire Authors Book on Natural Running

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 19:19:28 +0000

11.16.2010– Danny Abshire, the co-founder and chief technical officer of Newton Running, has authored a new book titled Natural Running: The Simple Path to Stronger, Healthier Running. It is now...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 119

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 03:29:15 +0000

Philadelphia Marathon Natural Running: The Simple Path to Stronger, Healthier Running (By Danny Abshire with Brian Metzler) Haile Gebrselassie UN-retires London 2012 Olympics runs into Ramadan...

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The Day After a Marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 16:00:36 +0000

This is for all those who’ve ever been a touch sore on “Marathon Monday”!

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WTC Eliminates Jewish Athletes From Kona 2011

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 15:11:01 +0000

From Coach Jeff… Last week when checking race dates for 2011 I was made aware that The World Triathlon Organization had scheduled The Ironman World Championships on Yom Kippur, October 8,2011....

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Is Haile Gebrselassie Going to Pull a Brett Favre?

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 15:33:18 +0000

I guess I’m just kind of wondering out loud. After I posted news of Geb’s shocking retirement announcement on Sunday, within minutes people on Dailymile were speculating that his decision...

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IronBrandon Show: Episode 118

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 03:46:11 +0000

Newton Running Dr. Daniel Lieberman, The Barefoot Professor Haile Gebrselassie Retires BOB Strollers Hit and run driver being let off with a misdemeanor SIGN THE PETITION TO KEEP FELONY CHARGES IN...

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[UPDATED] HAILE GEBRSELASSIE RETIRES AFTER DROPPING OUT OF THE NYC MARATHON!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 18:30:05 +0000

In an absolutely shocking announcement today, Haile Gebrselassie announced his retirement from running (it seems). This follows a disappointing debut in the ING New York City Marathon which saw Geb...

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Pilot loses leg in boating accident, returns to training 1 year later—in Newtons

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 18:04:06 +0000

Fourteen months ago 1st Lieutenant Ryan McGuire lost his leg in a boating accident on Lake Amistad. The wind caught an inner tube sitting next to him, and the rope attached to the tube yanked him...

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Race Report and Review: Long Beach International City Bank Marathon & Half Marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 17:27:04 +0000

By Erin Cockrill Sometimes you have to go back to the very beginning. For me that meant going back to my first race, the very one where I learned the rush of the finishing chute and the novelty of...

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The SF Marathon and Crowdrise Partnership Launch Party

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 03:16:12 +0000

I WISH I could be there for this event!! If you’re in NYC and want to get down with some celebrity runner in this year’s NYC marathon, check it out! (I’ll also be giving away an...

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When it rains, it pours. Just ask Ironman.

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 14:28:36 +0000

After all that went down last week with the whole Ironman Access debacle, you’d think that Ironman (WTC) would really be making sure to be on their best behaivior for a while. Not so. Ironman...

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Let’s go for a run! [UPDATE]

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 23:58:39 +0000

[UPDATE: The dates on the previous announcement were wrong (the days were right just the dates were incorrect). My bad! See you guys there!] Hey guys! Whether you’re a runner or not, whether...

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IronBrandon’s Podcast: Episode 117

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 01:56:38 +0000

Please visit Gearist.com and spread the word!!! ING New York City Marathon Rev3 Triathlon Series Ironman Access Coverage Black Diamond Sprinter Headlamp Opedix CW-X Tights Polarmax Sugoi Icebreaker...

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Gear Review: Look Keo Blade Carbon Ti

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 02:19:07 +0000

The Look Keo Blade Carbon has been drool inducing since the very first day it was announced. It’s light weight, low profile, huge surface area and the fact that anything carbon is like catnip...

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Newton Running Sponsors Air Force Marathon Team

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 18:41:00 +0000

10.28.2010– Newton Running, the leading manufacturer of natural running shoes, announces its sponsorship of the Air Force marathon team. The team ran in their their Newtons in the recent Air Force...

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The Fallout at Ironman (WTC) Continues

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 18:07:37 +0000

Taking a brief look at Ironman’s (WTC) Facebook page today, I was not entirely shocked at the vitriol that continues to permeate the triathlon giants’ wall. If you’re a lover of...

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Gear Review: Sleeptracker Elite

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 14:04:22 +0000

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Ironman Rescinds the Ironman Access Program

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 19:46:42 +0000

Ironman has just now rescinded the much maligned Ironman Access program. Watch the video from Ben Fertic, President and CEO of World Triathlon Corporation Originally from:...

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A little more on Ironman Access

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 18:51:17 +0000

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Dear Ironman (WTC)…

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 15:11:16 +0000

Yesterday you (WTC) announced the “Ironman Access” program. By now, a mere 24 hours later, you may be having second thoughts about this (almost) universally condemned revenue tactic. I...

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World Triathlon Corporation (Ironman) Announces “Ironman Access”

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 18:16:20 +0000

10/27/10 – Today World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) launches an exclusive athlete membership program called Ironman Access. In addition to other member benefits, the program will offer advance...

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IronBrandon’s Podcast: Episode 116

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 01:46:57 +0000

LEAVE A COMMENT ON THIS EPISODE TO WIN A PAIR OF STUFFITTS! La Sportiva Hobnails Honey Stinger Elliptigo CycleOps LeMond Fitness Revolution Trainer CompuTrainer Tacx Trainers RealRyder

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Race Review and Report: Maui Half Marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 18:46:15 +0000

By Erin Cockrill After a bit of a hiatus, a little training and a wedding, we were off to the sunny shores of Maui for our Honeymoon. Oh yeah, and to run in the Maui Half Marathon while we were...

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Gear Review: Louis Garneau Carbon Tri HRS Shoes

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 15:45:36 +0000

Upon opening the box of the Louis Garneau Carbon Tri Hrs shoes for the first time, I am not embarrassed to say that the first thing that came out of my mouth was, “Ooooo, gorgeous!”. Now...

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Ryan Hall Parts Ways with Coach Terrence Mahon and the Mammoth Track Club

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:25:11 +0000

American runner Ryan Hall has left his long time coach Terrence Mahon and the Mammoth Track Club. This move will be followed by a move to relocate Hall and his wife Sara from Mammoth Lakes,...

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Q&A About the Boston Mess with B.A.A. Executive Director, Guy Morse

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 17:24:08 +0000

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Chris McCormack Breaks Down His Second Kona Win

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 14:28:30 +0000

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Newton Running is Coming to Texas!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 17:56:31 +0000

Hey Texas! Sir Isaac is coming to town! The folks from Newton running are going to be doing a series of clinics in the Lone Star State beginning this weekend. If you are anywhere near one, try to...

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IronBrandon’s Podcast: Episode 115

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 02:20:33 +0000

Please help spread the word about Gearist! Honey Stinger Honey Stinger Bar Review on Gearist SleepTracker Vidazorb LeMond Revolution Trainer Elliptigo

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Mind/Body Connection – The Whole Body Kinematics of Natural Running

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:28:26 +0000

The following article was written by Danny Abshire, Newton co-founder, and covers the mind-body connection necessary for natural running. Learning to run with natural, efficient form isn’t just a...

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The Chilean Miner and the NYC Marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 23:23:07 +0000

So, I heard this morning and was also informed by the one and only @stplatt, that one of the Chilean miners recently liberated from his earthen prison has been invited to run in the ING New York City...

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Chrissie Wellington Talks Kona Decision

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 14:08:36 +0000

On her blog Chrissie Wellington goes a bit more in depth about her difficult decision to pull out of the Ironman World Championship this past Saturday in Kona. Always the gracious competitor,...

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IronBrandon’s Podcast: Episode 114

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 01:25:36 +0000

ANNOUNCING GEARIST!! (Spread the word!!) Chicago Marathon Newton Running

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Chris McCormack Wins his Second Ironman World Championship!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:37:53 +0000

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Video of the Incredible Finish in the 2010 Chicago Marathon

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:17:06 +0000

I can tell you because I was there that the conditions at the 2010 Chicago Marathon were anything but optimal. The foretasted high for the day was between 84° and 86° F, which is FAR from even...

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The North Face Kishtwar Jacket with Polartec Power Shield Pro Awarded “Gear of the Year” by Outside

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 20:34:23 +0000

10.06.2010– SAN LEANDRO, Calif. — The North Face, the world’s premier supplier of authentic, innovative and technically advanced outdoor apparel, equipment and footwear, and Polartec, LLC, the...

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WTC Launches New Global Event Series

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 13:06:35 +0000

Oct. 5, 2010 (Tampa, Fla.) – Today, World Triathlon Corporation (WTC), best known for its worldwide Ironman and Ironman 70.3 races, announces the launch of a new global event series titled 5150. All...

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SOLE Introduces New Line of Performance Socks

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 02:21:11 +0000

Ok, before I get the the official press release, I have to say that I have worn these socks and I ADORE them. I’ll have a full review coming soon, but in the meantime I strongly suggest you get...

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Marathon Martin Runs Victoria Marathon, his 188th This Year

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 18:36:16 +0000

HOLY CRAP! 10.05.2010– Marathon Martin Parnell will run in the Victoria Marathon on October 10, 2010. It will be Parnell’s 188th out of a planned 250 marathons run this year. For his Marathon Quest...

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IronBrandon’s Podcast: Episode 113

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 02:29:01 +0000

Honey Stinger Smartwool Arm Warmers Chicago Marathon Philadelphia Marathon Newton Running (Come visit me at the Newton booth at the Chicago Marathon!!) Runblogger

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Craig Alexander Signs Lifetime Contract with Newton Running

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 18:27:25 +0000

10.04.2010– Newton Running is pleased to announce that professional triathlete Craig Alexander has agreed to represent the leader in natural running footwear for the remainder of his pro career....

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Gear Review: SmartWool Arm Warmers

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 16:40:07 +0000

As outdoor lovers and athletes we all know that versatility is key to being comfortable in any situation. We’re also not big on having a bunch of overly bulky, uncomfortable and unnecessary...

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IronBrandon’s Podcast: Episode 112

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 01:46:56 +0000

Leave a comment and win a FREE pair of Stuffitts! Philadelphia Marathon (Map and Elevation) Newton Running Endurox R4 Black Diamond Sprinter Headlamp Chicago Marathon

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Minnesota Natural Running Symposia with Zola Budd!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:22:44 +0000

Hey guys! Check out this opportunity to learn about natural running and to meet the legendary Zola Budd! Newton is coming to Minnesota! We are particularly excited to have Zola Budd joining us for...

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IronBrandon’s Podcast: Episode 111

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 02:01:16 +0000

Team Winter Athletes for a Cure Newton Running Chi Running Suunto T6C Review Garmin Forerunner Series

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Gear Review: Suunto T6C

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 13:38:53 +0000

For the past few months, I have had the opportunity to use the Suunto T6C Red Arrow. Along with the unit itself, the folks at Suunto were kind enough to let me try their “triathlon pack“,...

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Teva Offering Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity to Escape to Fiji

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 19:33:19 +0000

09.17.2010 There is only one footwear brand taking guests on a South Pacific adventure guaranteed to generate water cooler bragging rights in 2011 and that’s Teva® (a division of Deckers Outdoor...

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Layer Up with SmartWool® Thermal Midlayers

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:43:21 +0000

09.15.2010 With the introduction of the new Thermal Midlayer (TML) series, SmartWool launches the SmartWool® Layer Up System for Fall 2010. Cold weather outdoor enthusiasts will be able to layer...

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Do You Know a Teacher/Administrator/Coach in Staten Island or Queens?

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 13:54:01 +0000

Yesterday evening I got the below email from Gabi at Run by Foot Locker: We are a sponsor of the Foot Locker Five Borough Challenge- basically a race within the race- at the ING NYC Marathon. We...

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Race for Parkinson’s Disease with the Michael J. Fox Foundation

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 13:48:07 +0000

I got the following email from my friend TK last night: Hello to all my friends in running! I am most likely going to participate in this 10k/5k on September 25th. Proceeds go to the Michael J Fox...

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SmartWool Introduces the First Merino Graduated Compression Socks

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:46:13 +0000

09.09.2010 Fifteen years have passed since SmartWool introduced its legendary hiking sock and forever changed consumers’ relationships with their feet. Again revolutionizing sock technology,...

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Honey Stinger Introduces Stinger Waffles

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:39:47 +0000

I can’t wait to try some of this yummy goodness!! 09.15.2010 – (Steamboat Springs, Colo.) Honey Stinger, the leading manufacturer of honey-based nutritional products, introduces a completely...

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I know it’s early, but…

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 23:41:32 +0000

If you’re like me and about a babillion others around the world then you are likely a huge fan of SmartWool. If you’re also like me and you like to plan ahead for what can be a quick...

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Newton Raises over $70,000 and Counting for Prostate Cancer

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 16:13:56 +0000

09.14.2010 – (Boulder, Colo.) One in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Far fewer men have finished an Ironman triathlon. Newton Running co-founder and CEO Jerry Lee...

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Help Support the Prostate Cancer Foundation with Sir Isaac!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 13:34:33 +0000

This year at the 2010 Ironman Canada, Newton Running fielded a team in conjunction with Athletes for a Cure that raised money for the Prostate Cancer Foundation. At that race, Newton rolled out a...

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IronBrandon’s Podcast: Episode 110

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 02:03:32 +0000

Philadelphia Marathon Newton Distancia Racers Chicago Marathon Catlike Whisper Helmet

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2010 Ironman Louisville: Race Report Part 4 – Race Review and Observations

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 14:13:06 +0000

This is my “sum up” article about Ironman Louisville. I want to use it to give me overall review of the race itself but also to make some observations about what I learned along the way....

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Should These Medals be Stripped?

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:53:55 +0000

I came across this article today. It poses the question, some would say statement, about the records set by East German women (namely, Marita Koch) during the period which has since come to light as...

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IronBrandon’s Podcast: Episode 109

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 02:00:31 +0000

Philadelphia Marathon Ironman Louisville Newton Running Stuffitts Please help me get to the Philadelphia Marathon by donating here!!

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2010 Ironman Louisville: Race Report Part 3 – The Race

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 19:14:26 +0000

Continued from: 2010 Ironman Louisville: Race Report Part 2 – Race Day From the second I entered the water (and when I say the second, I mean right at that instant, not before and not after I began...

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Wear a Helmet

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:17:05 +0000

In case you need more motivation…

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IronBrandon’s Podcast: Episode 108

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 03:23:43 +0000

LEAVE A COMMENT ON THIS POST TO WIN A FREE PAIR OF STUFFITTS!!! PRS Fit Ironman Louisville Ironman Louisville Race Report Part 1 Ironman Louisville Race Report Part 2 Part 3 coming soon! Please help...

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2010 Ironman Louisville: Race Report Part 2 – Race Day

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:47:00 +0000

Continued from: 2010 Ironman Louisville: Race Report Part 1 – Before the race On race day, August 29, 2010, I woke up at 3 o’clock AM. The reason I got up so early was too afford myself...

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Polar and LOOK Launch Together Power Pedals

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 19:32:29 +0000

2010/09/01 Polar and LOOK, the inventor and leader in clipless pedals, have merged their expertise to introduce the first clipless pedal that measures power output and cadence. Kéo Power is a...

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2010 Ironman Louisville: Race Report Part 1 – Before the Race

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:44:33 +0000

My trip to Louisville, Kentucky began at about 6 o’clock AM on August 26, 2010. Since I had so much stuff to bring, including my bike, helmet(s) and all my other race gear, some of which is...

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This Weeks Podcast…

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:29:41 +0000

Because I am driving back home today (Monday), my podcast will be this Thursday, September 2 at 8pm EST.

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Ironman Louisville 2010 – 2 days to go!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 19:53:32 +0000

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Ironman Louisville 2010 – 4 days to go!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:07:00 +0000

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Ironman Louisville 2010 – 5 days to go!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:05:57 +0000

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Ironman Louisville 2010 – 6 days to go!

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:21:37 +0000

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IronBrandon’s Podcast: Episode 107

info@ironbrandon.com (Brandon Wood) — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 02:30:36 +0000

My Top Ten Tips for Beginner Cyclists Baker’s Review of the Catlike Whisper Plus Topeak Multi Tools ISM Saddles Team Winter Newton Running Athletes for a Cure Rokit Fuel Hammer Endurolytes...

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