Posted by Kurt Philion on Monday, January 30, 2012,
Nearing the first complete month of the preparation for 2012, I must say it’s been going very well. The start of this month I put together a plan that I feel will help accomplish the goals that are set for this upcoming year of running and push myself to the next level.
Starting out with this team effort, I never made it a big deal to have a finishing time set for myself. Ever since I had a fellow runner tell me that goals are something you should set and really reach for so you can stay... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Thursday, January 19, 2012,
It's good to be around others that know what it takes to accomplish a goal. The biggest thing when it comes to getting to where you want in any circumstance is consistency. You can workout for a day and feel pain. You can workout for two weeks and still feel pain. Does that mean you're doing something wrong? Maybe, but in most cases, no. With 2012 already in full force, have you continued to stick with your resolution or has it already started to fade? This article will maybe help you... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, December 31, 2011,
I was asked earlier this week, much like throughout the entire year, how the running’s going. Being it’s a new year coming up already this weekend, I will give you a little recap of the year that was 2011.
This was a year of many firsts. Not just for running, but other aspects of life too. It was the first time I had the opportunity to broadcast a state football championship for a local team at my work, the first time ever that I grew a full beard (that actually went better than I exp... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, December 13, 2011,
I’ve been told many times that when I think, it can be dangerous. Depending on who you talk to, they are very confident that indeed, it is dangerous. Well it’s something I do a lot of when it comes to training. When you’re setting up your iPod, mp3 player or in my case, my own personal cell phone to Pandora, you place the ear pieces in each respective ear, crank up the volume and kick the music into gear for the work out that is ahead. I turn it on right when I start loosening up to... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Friday, December 2, 2011,
I had a quick conversation with a kid at the game I broadcast last night. It went something like this:
Kid: “Who are those guys?”
Me: “That’s my friend Corey and his friend Brian”
Kid: “Why do you have that picture of them in your folder?”
Me: “So he can be with me at all the games I do.”
Kid: “Why don’t you just invite him to the games instead?”
Me: “Well they passed away five years ago, they were soldiers, killed in Iraq.”
After a quick pause and looking me right in... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, November 9, 2011,
This is the week that I've been looking forward to. There's a lot happening personally and professionally for me this week. At work it's been extremely busy preparing for the state tournament coverage our radio stations will be providing to three teams that are still going in post season play, including the Ada/Borup volleyball team (which my sister is an assistant coach for), the Ada/Borup football team and Mahnomen football team are all participating in the Minnesota State Tournament for ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Thursday, October 27, 2011,
You never know who you’re going to run into at the gym.
Last night while doing a normal workout that consisted of interval running,
Core work and boxing, I met a guy that was a former coach and boxing champion.
Not only those, but also a World War II Veteran. This guy was very interesting to
talk to. Right when he walked into the gym, I was nearing the end of my second
three minute round of three that I was completing with my trainer Chris, who is
a retired pro boxer from Detroit Lakes. ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Sunday, October 9, 2011,
With no more run events scheduled for the remainder of the year, the schedule still isn’t cleared. Training continues to keep in shape, and another form of running will be done tomorrow and one month from today. It’s not running my mouth in a bad way, but a way that I hope effects people in a positive way.
Tomorrow, Monday October 10th at 8:45am, I’ll be on live with Tom Lano from KKCQ in Fosston for their Food for Thought program that airs daily. It will be on 96.7 FM and www.kkcqrad... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, October 5, 2011,
I spoke with one of my friends and fellow "radio guys" from the station cluster over in Fosston, MN about my running and the event that went on back in August for Sgt Matthew Harmon of Lengby, MN.
A 7.6 mile run that started at the Fosston High School and ended at the cemetery where Sgt Harmon is resting, in Lengby was done on the day of his funeral, August 27th, 2011.
I've explained how it came about, why I did it and what it felt like to do an event like that to several people one on one ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Monday, October 3, 2011,
Some of the best information out there are from the professionals you deal with. One of the professionals I trust with my health and well being lives thirty miles away. He's been a big time supporter of PFT and makes sure I stay healthy enough to run with his chiropractic work.
Enjoy this post by my chiropractor, Dr. Gabe Wiener of Fosston Chiropractic Clinic in Fosston, MN.
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October is ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, September 28, 2011,
After driving for nearly 3,500 miles within a week’s time, a half marathon or training getting set for such an event doesn’t seem so bad after all.
A road trip out east to the north shore of Massachusetts seemed to be fitting for the final run of 2011. I didn’t feel like taking a plane there so driving was the next option.
The trip started on Tuesday the 20th at 4am. I made it as far as I wanted to go, about 1,000 miles the first day to the Cleveland, Ohio area. After a long day ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, September 17, 2011,
Taking a trip that will send me through eight different states should make for an interesting week.
The final Freedom Run of 2011 (or maybe two) will be taking place on the east coast, an area of the United States I have never been to. Half of the states I’m going through, or stopping at during some point in the trip, I haven’t been to either. I’ll take it for what it’s worth: a fun experience.
I’ve been told by many that I shouldn’t drive, but fly instead. Some of these are... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, September 7, 2011,
When I look back at these last few weeks, it seems like a blur. Things moved so fast from the end of August to where we’re at right now. September 7th it is already as I type this and it was already four days ago since we crossed the finish line in Marquette, Michigan during the 10th Freedom Run of 2011. This will not be the last, though.
Coming off the emotional, nerve racking and memorable experience of running during a soldier’s funeral just thirty miles away from where I live, it ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Sunday, August 28, 2011,
I really don’t think words can justify what you feel during certain circumstances like yesterday, but I can try my best.
I’ve always heard that actions speak louder than words and that seemed to hold true during Freedom Run 9 that ended up being a 7.6 mile run.
On Wednesday of this past week, I was invited and requested to take part in a special event. Another Minnesota solider had lost his life alongside another young warrior from Grand Rapids, MI on August 14th in Afghanistan. I recei... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Thursday, August 25, 2011,
There are many events that go on throughout the year, some of which you wish would never have to happen. One of those is happening this weekend in Fosston & Lengby, MN.
Sgt. Matthew Harmon of Lengby was KIA over in Afghanistan on August 14th, almost two weeks ago. This service in his home area will be this Saturday August 27th at 2pm. The funeral itself will be held at the Fosston High School where he graduated back in 2000, with the processional leading family, friends and other attendee... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, August 17, 2011,
There’s always a lot to talk about, sometimes it takes a while before I can type it out for all to read. Here’s a shot at that right now after a long weekend (for me anyway) down in the Wisconsin and even Illinois area.
Following a long weekend like that with not much workout time, other than your typical walking or lifting your arms to hold on to the giant piece of pizza you are slowly trying to eat at a place in Chicago, you don’t feel as though time in the gym will turn out the way... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, August 9, 2011,
Sometimes it just feels like everything is a clutter. Mixing work with training and personal life of recreation and relaxation your mind starts to wander sometimes. One thing I always seem to do too much of is think. Of course it’s a good thing to think, but when you think too much, you can lose your focus on what’s important and what needs to get done. Thinking about it isn’t going to get it done. Working on it will. I catch myself in that rut sometimes and it can be hard to get ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Sunday, August 7, 2011,
In 2006, Soldiers’ Angels requested help of then Governor John Hoeven to sign the first ever Day of the Deployed proclamation in honor of deployed warriors from North Dakota. A growing nationwide movement, Day of the Deployed has been celebrated every October 26 since 2006 with events, parties, governors’ proclamation and pomp and circumstance in honor of our nation’s deployed troops and their families.
The proclamation grew over the years to have over 40 governors across the ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, July 30, 2011,
I don’t know what has happened most when I’ve slipped into the Vibram shoes I use for running. Staring, pointing & laughing, people asking each other instead of me what kind of shoes I have on or those who come up to me and ask about the shoes I’m wearing. The largest portions mainly just stare. Some have a blank look on their face, others show a smile or start laughing and look to see if I’ve noticed they’re gawking at my feet.
I questioned these shoes prior to purchasing too. ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, July 26, 2011,
It’s been a while since I’ve done this blogging thing, but not that long since I’ve typed a lot. Plenty going on for work and personal time, which limits the activity of posting on here, but you have to take advantage of the nice days you get in Minnesota, because they don’t stay for long. Especially with the days we’ve had. Going from 90 degrees and a heat index of 110 to 58 degrees and a very cool north breeze making it feel like a chilly Saturday morning in the fall.
That is ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, July 12, 2011,
There are many things that can make people feel good. One thing of course is physical activity. The ability to get the blood pumping, increasing oxygen to every part of your body including the mind makes for a better feeling and gets the day started out right if you choose to exercise in the morning.
Something you maybe don’t hear a lot of compliments or appreciation towards what we do because complaints and negative attitudes seem to saturate the mind so much easier with the help of med... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, July 6, 2011,
Even when it’s a “long weekend”, it still doesn’t seem that long. It was kind of that way for me too. But none the less, still a productive weekend with time to rest as well.
Three of the five days that the Polk County Fair was going on in Fertile, MN – I was in attendance. The first two days for work, helping to promote the events on one of the stations I work for (106.5 FM KRJB) with my co worker Sean. We make it a fun experience for everyone listening (or so we’ve been tol... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, June 21, 2011,
In the last four days, it’s been two more steps forward, along with a bit of a road trip between them. In five running events this year, I’ve now set five personal records (PRs) and accomplished three goals.
To start the year, my goal as noted in previous blogs was to accomplish a 5K in under 24 minutes (done on May 1st in Eagan, MN) and a half marathon in under two hours. That’s actually been my goal ever since my first half I did back in 2007. My goal for that run was two and a ha... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, June 15, 2011,
Disc Bulges/Herniations
Dr. Gabe Wiener
Fosston Chiropractic Clinic
www.fosstonchiro.com
Between the vertebrae of your spine are 23 discs which act as spacers and shock absorbers. These discs have a soft, gel-like center surrounded by layers of fibrous tissues which hold the gel-like material inside. Think of a cream filled donut and that’s similar to a disc. Sometimes, due to an injury, repetitive stress, genetic defects or a poor lifestyle, the material in the middle of a disc pushes to one ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, June 11, 2011,
In less than a week I'll be taking part in two more races for this year. This will be run event five and six for Freedom Runs - as I've completed two 5K's, the first of four halfs & a 25 mile stint that consisted of 84 'down & backs' along with 80 laps (20 miles) on the track in Waubun in line with the Mahnomen County Relay for Life. That should be the only event that isn't an actual race that I'll be taking part in this year. At some points, even that turned into a race just to get done i... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, June 4, 2011,
You’d think after 25 miles of running, well, not just running, but doing a few other old football warm-ups including 100 yard back pedals, more than just the thighs and back would be sore. That’s about all today. I dreaded getting out of bed as I laid there this morning. I’m just so used to stepping foot, one by one and almost falling over from the pain when I ran my first full marathon that next morning. This time I felt as though I just had a long training run the day before. The... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Thursday, June 2, 2011,
It’s not an actual race coming up, but it’s for a good cause. This Friday June 3rd is the Mahnomen County Relay for Life. Last year I took part in this event by running twenty miles (80 laps) around the track I do most of my outdoors training – at the Mahnomen High School track. It took just under four hours to complete with about a 45 minute break in the middle during the lighting of the luminaries.
This year I’m going to switch it up a little bit and go a little farther. In ord... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, May 31, 2011,
“To many, Memorial Day is the last Monday of May. To some, it’s every single day.”
I don’t know about you, I’m reminded of someone that’s no longer with us physically every single day. Not just one person, but several. It’s crazy how many friends or just people I know to some effect that you have a connection with that have passed away just in the last five years. A couple grandparents, both from my dad’s side within five months of each other in 2009, a friend who just this... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Monday, May 23, 2011,
When you look back at the last few months and how many hours of training were put into helping you get set for an event, you start to realize it was quite a bit. I’m not much on keeping track of how often or long I train each day, but it’s a pretty decent amount of time that was set aside in order to get prepared for the running season. For some, it may be time spent for just this one event we took part in on Saturday morning. The Fargo Marathon is now complete. Over 23,000 runners to... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Monday, May 16, 2011,
Running is something done for enjoyment or competitive racing. It’s something that is utilized to increase your stamina, endurance and physical condition. It’s something that’s grown pretty popular throughout the country now with thousands of people who take part in 5K’s, 10K’s, half marathons, relays and full marathons to challenge themselves. I’ve met so many people through my running personally that you start to gain more appreciation for the training and hard work that’s ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, May 10, 2011,
Less than two weeks away from the first half marathon this year. The Fargo Half Marathon and all the festivites associated with it will take place the weekendof May 19th - 21st in Fargo, ND. Hard to believe this will be the fifth race in Fargothat I'll be carrying the red, white & blue. 2007 was my first half marathon finishingjust over two hours and ten minutes. In 2008 was my first full marathon finishing just over five hours and thirty minutes. In 2009 & 2010 it was two half marathons, one... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, May 3, 2011,
After learning about a workout program that was THEE workout that will get me in the best shape of my life, I decided to see how effective it really was by setting some goals for myself. This year’s training has been some of the best workouts I’ve done. This year seems like it’s been more fun and entertaining when it comes to work outs than ever before. I read more into what kinds of things I can do to better my times, which really wasn’t a huge deal for me. It still isn’t, but ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, April 30, 2011,
When you work towards a goal, it seems to be years away before the first run. All of the hard work put in will finally be set in place with the first runs of the 2011 season this weekend. First in West Fargo, ND at the WFHS Student Council's 5K benefiting Hope, Inc. & the Zach Gabbard family of Perham, MN. Following that, I'll get the chance to spend some time with the group that will be running with me at the run Saturday. Wild Knights CrossFit is a gym down in Fargo run by a husband and... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Friday, April 22, 2011,
It’s now been just over three months since the start of my training for 2011. When you first get going all you can think is how long this stretch of training is going to be before the first run. Now only nine days in front of the first events for 2011, the excitement starts to fill your mind, you feel energized and anxious to start up. What you’ve been waiting for, or should I say, training for these last few months will show in the races that are accomplished. A race will exploit th... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Sunday, April 10, 2011,
It’s not every day that you get the chance to run outside in decent weather. At least this year it hasn’t been the case. Yesterday I had the opportunity to not only get outside to run, but run some hills, stairs, through some mud and other minor obstacles that most wouldn’t appreciate.
I started my training route from my parents’ place in Red Lake Falls and made my way out to visit a couple friends. It was a good half way point to rest quickly and take some time to think. The run... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Sunday, April 3, 2011,
Veterans’ Day Comes Early for The Howard Keating Show Listeners
24-Hour Web-a-thon Will Connect Vets With Jobs, Financing and Franchise Opportunities
DETROIT – Veterans’ Day is observed every November, but for America’s veterans and listeners of The Howard Keating Show (www.keatingnetwork.com), the holiday will come early this year as Howard hosts a 24-hour national Web-a-thon to benefit struggling veterans and their families.
From 5:00 pm EDT on April 6 until 5:00 pm the next ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Friday, April 1, 2011,
On Monday March 28th, I had the privilege of being a guest on the Howard Keating Show heard daily from 5-8pm ET on http://www.keatingnetwork.com/. They will be hosting a web-a-thon April 6th & 7th to help out military men and women get jobs and start businesses when they return from war time service. They've also invited others throughout the nation to take part and talk about their cause and what they do to support war vets, soldiers still serving today and the fallen.
The first segment... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Sunday, March 27, 2011,
Aside from training, work and time to relax, there are other things on the agenda to keep me busy. Recently I received an email from Bob Calvert – host of Talking with Heroes (www.talkingwithheroes.com) – a talk show program dedicated to our soldiers serving over seas. Bob’s been over to Iraq, Kuwait & Afghanistan a number of times to bring back progress stories that the soldiers themselves have told. Check out his website and the YouTube site that is tagged in there too to hear abou... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Friday, March 25, 2011,
It’s not every day that I mix running with a couple forms of cross training. I decided tonight would be a good night for that. The longest night of training so far leading up to the first runs of 2011, I was in the gym from just after five o’clock until almost seven thirty. There was a part in there when it was ten minutes of rest, but otherwise it was anything from running to walking, boxing four rounds of two minutes with one minute rest intervals in between with the champ, Chris, an... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Monday, March 21, 2011,
Sitting exactly two months in front of the first half marathon of the year – Fargo Half Marathon on May 21st – brings forth eight strong weeks of training for the event. Mixed into this will be a couple other 5K/10K events to get into race mode.
I don’t know why sickness keeps tagging along with me, but it’s finally getting beat with the help of extra time to sleep and less time traveling for work. That will make the biggest difference in these next two months.
This is also the ti... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Friday, March 11, 2011,
Not everyone can say that they’ve run in a marathon event. Some will tell you the same thing I used to claim, that I would never run in a half or full marathon as long as I live. Things change and so do people. Your mindset will change as you get older…or should I say, wiser!
With the definition of wise you could probably add the term crazy. It seems to go hand in hand with anything you do. Wise ideas can turn into something big or it can stay something small which in both cases are... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Thursday, March 3, 2011,
It seems like it's always non stop with everything that's going on. From work, to
training to play and relax time. March Madness is officially here, maybe that's why
it feels so hectic right now. But it's really not.
This past weekend I was invited to the Detroit Lakes sector Patriot Guard
meet & greet held at the Legion club there. Much like last year, it was another
nice turnout with members from all over the state, including a PG board member
from Minneapolis. My friend Karla who is a ride c... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, February 23, 2011,
I just asked someone the other day -- How's the New Year's resolution treating you, we're almost at the end of February...?
He looked at me and said: "I thought that was only a January thing..."
Of course! What was I thinking?? To ask a question like that. The new YEAR is only looked at in a short time frame, not twelve months. I need to open my eyes a little bit and get with the times!
But, seriously? Have you noticed that with yourself? You shoot for something that you're excited about mome... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Thursday, February 17, 2011,
In order to achieve goals, you need to move forward one step at a time. It’s a long process sometimes, and if it’s something great, it’s a definite thing.
I recently got a phone call from my friend Bruce Billington, the director of the project I have aligned my team with – Project New Hope. This is an organization dedicated to serving our war vets and their families, hosting retreats to serve them in ways they need when they return from war time experiences.
When I got the rundown... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, February 9, 2011,
It's not every day that I sit down and find an article or two that will pertain to health and well being. Many people think that every single thing I eat is healthy. You obviously haven't spent a day with me. Spend a week with me and you'll be very surprised!
With travels, flexible scheduling with my work and some late nights accompanied by long days that don't involved "hard work", but are just time consuming, you don't have a lot of time to figure out a way to get the healthiest meals eve... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Thursday, February 3, 2011,
We’ve officially set sail in this journey called running. One month plus two days now are already complete in the new year and the workouts have been as good if not better than I could imagine.
Only been going at it for about three weeks hard and I can feel the difference big time. My energy level is where I need it to be, the endurance for several different work outs including interval training, pace and tempo runs along with a long run during the weekend, mixed in with kettle bell train... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Thursday, January 27, 2011,
When you listen to others you can learn so much. I do that every time I’m in the fitness center. The most enjoyable thing to hear from other people doing their thing (working out) is stories of how they’re progressing. I want to take some time in this blog spot to tell you about a guy who’s been working his tail off to get to where he wants to at the stand point of good health.
His name is Jeremy, another guy from Mahnomen and a guy I’ve seen in the fitness center I go to for work ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, January 22, 2011,
What’s in a Fever?
Gabe Wiener, D.C.
Fosston Chiropractic Clinic
www.fosstonchiro.com
Ask anyone what normal body temperature is and they'll surely respond 98.6°F. But that is only an average taken from a normal range that the majority of the population falls into. There are some exceptions. The normal temperature range for most people is 96.0°F - 99.6°F It's very important to understand that a fever is a NORMAL response of the body to foreign invaders like bacteria and viruses. The body reco... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, January 19, 2011,
One of my favorite stories I heard from another runner (a marathon champion infact) was the explanation of how to break down a race.
Seeing him a night prior to a marathon event, I asked him if he had any good pointers for a "so-called-runner" like myself, as I put it to him. First thing he asked caught me off guard a little bit. "Do you eat pie?"
It was really hard not to laugh. So hard, that I actually broke out laughing before I said, well, that depends on what kind of pie we're talkin... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Thursday, January 13, 2011,
Almost two weeks into it. Training is going very well. This is not just running, this is cross training too. It's not just physical work outs, but gaining mental strength each day. It takes a desire, a discipline to accomplish any kind of goal. I've come to find out the harder you work, the more you want to show yourself that you can improve as a person. Sitting there after a workout the other night that consisted of an hour long boot camp that I mentioned to the instructors "this is a nice... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Monday, January 10, 2011,
Hope the new year has been great for you so far!
Gearing up has begun for the new season of running, including training which started this past week. It's going to be a fun road with new challenges this year, along with some long road trips that will take me to a couple new states I've never been to before, along with others I'll pass through on the way out to the east coast in September.
I'm also opening it up to sponsorship of my runs again this year, with all the proceeds going directly to... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, January 1, 2011,
Another great year in the books. It’s hard to think back and think of one single thing that stood out. So many things happened in what seemed like a short period of time, even though each year is the same amount of time (with the exception of leap years of course).
Thinking back to 2010 – with my running season that took place from the end of April all the way through the end of September, again I had the opportunity to meet hundreds of great people. From runners, to spectators, volun... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Thursday, December 30, 2010,
Something new to my blogs I'm going to incorporate at least once a month, is an article called "The Spinal Column". It's compiled by my chiropractor, Dr. Gabe Wiener of Fosston Chiropractic Clinic in Fosston, MN. I was in there the other day to get something called accupuncture done to help relieve the sinus pressure I was dealing with. I didn't know how it worked, but how ever it does, it sure works well! Felt like something out of a movie laying there with needles in my face and a coupl... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, December 28, 2010,
It’s hard to believe the last week of 2010 is already here. By Saturday, we’ll be into another new year. This is always the time that people come up with their new year’s resolution. I had a friend tell me recently after asking “So do you have your new year’s resolution ready for 2011?” I had told him my plan, what I’m going to discipline myself to do, then asked him the same thing. His answer: “My resolution is to stick to my resolution.” He added that it’s always ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Monday, December 20, 2010,
Some people have been asking me about this and I will tell you this much, the only place I will promote it, other than when people ask about it, is on here. This website blog and Facebook are the only two places I will be making updates about this "Hair Challenge". For anyone that knows me or has grown up around me - you know I haven't had hair for very long during any point of my life. In fact, since I was 14 years old I started cutting my hair by myself with a clipper. That means I've b... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Monday, December 20, 2010,
The popular thing this time of year seems to be catching a nice head cold that brings forth sinus pressure, stuffed up nose, hacking cough and fatigue. Or maybe it's just happening to me? It has been the case for the last few days and it's not that fun. Not only does it affect your daily routine, but of course it will affect your running ability to a certain extent too. This is one of the main reasons I add a couple weeks to my running program each year incase of injury or sickness like t... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, December 11, 2010,
"Hard work pays off!"
Ever heard that saying before? Maybe you've heard it but haven't believed it. I know someone who takes it to heart and has believed it since he started this event in Fargo, ND -- Mark Knutson. I get the magazine Runner's World and sure enough, January 2011 edition, page 83 - one of the top ten places to do your first full marathon....Fargo, ND at the Fargo Marathon! I remember the first event that was held at the Fargo Civic Center back in May of 2005. My parents, sist... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Thursday, December 2, 2010,
Laying there with my feet flat on the ground, knees up and hands over my head staring straight up to the ceiling of the fitness center after another good workout, I needed to think. I had just finished stretching my muscles…now it’s time to stretch the mind too.
It is December 1st already. First day of the month that seems to be everyone’s favorite. It’s a time for holiday cheer, reflecting back on another year and just enjoying time with family and friends.
I do all of that as we... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, November 27, 2010,
It always seems like the Thanksgiving holiday brings forth a lot of food. It was no different this year at my parents' place. A great day to spend with the family, for runners it can be a day that will take a lot of time to work off all the pounds you gain in that time! Luckily Thanksgiving falls in the off-season (for the most part) of running. The main marathon events, like the Fargo Marathon, are held in the spring, summmer or fall. It's as if they plan them accordingly to let us pig ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, November 24, 2010,
I like to run, but I also add to that by running my mouth. Not in a bad way, more so speaking about what I'm doing, why I'm doing it and who I'm aligned with. Project New Hope is the orgranization who gets my attention and the attention of those who see us at each race. I've been invited to do some different speeches at events, programs and ceremonies throughout the area including prior to or after runs.
It's not part of my training routine, but it helps in the training of quick thinking,... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, November 20, 2010,
Two days ago I turned 28. Everyone keeps telling me once you hit 30 things start to go downhill. Those are some of the same people who have told me during the winter "it's way too cold outside!" and during the summer "it's way too hot outside for me to go out there!" I only know a small percentage of people who truly appreciate what they have, when they've got it, every single day of their life. I am finding more appreciating for my youth, or at least I belive I am still young, after anot... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Sunday, November 14, 2010,
This past week was almost like a blur. It went by so fast with things going on between work and outside of work. Obviously, a day I was surely looking forward to, Thursday November 11th seemed to take a long time to get here, but when it came up, just like anything well worth the wait – it goes by fast!
The official preparation for the day started with packing to stay at “Hotel Philion” (my parents’ place) on Wednesday night. After a state showcase show our radio stations aired at... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, November 6, 2010,
Well it's less than a week now until Veteran's Day. A day to thank a veteran if you haven't done so already each day in the past. It's a day to come together with the local American Legion clubs and celebrate those who have sacrificed for their country and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to keep us free.
I've got a schedule of events here for the Veteran's Day programs in my home county, Red Lake County on November 11th. We've got a special guest, or should I say, guests... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Sunday, October 31, 2010,
It's just over a week until my favorite holiday of the year. No, it's not quite time to devour some turkey on Thanksgiving, but two week prior to that, it's Veteran's Day. A day to give back the chance to say "thank you" to our service men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. On Veteran's Day this year, much like last year, I will be in attendance at my alma mater to be part of the ceremony put together by the Legion Post 22 & Lafayette High School's faculty and admin... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, October 26, 2010,
In the last few days, a lot has been accomplished. Good things happen but it takes time. Time to really figure out what you want and what is going to fit best for your purpose.
Recently I had the chance to meet with a pretty big company's corporate office about possible partnership/sponsorship for Philco's Freedom Team & Project New Hope. A meeting that lasted about a half hour, maybe a little longer, where a lot was explained and figured out between myself and one employee from this compan... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, October 19, 2010,
“There’s more to life than running.” That’s a statement I’ve been told more than once. It sure is true, and I found that out this past weekend.
Early Saturday morning – about 4:45am early – it was time to wake up, get some things packed up, shower and head down to Brainerd, MN for a 9:00am meeting. This meeting was going to last all day, which I already knew coming into it.
About a month before it, I got a call from the director of the project we’ve aligned this running ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Wednesday, October 6, 2010,
It's been almost a month since the last run with the flag in 2010 - but that hasn't seemed to stop other activity and meetings coming up throughout the year. It also hasn't stopped the progress of this team that is starting to spread out throughout the nation. Just this past Sunday, October 3rd - a guy by the name of James Armstrong with Soldiers Race Team of New Jersey did something very special. I shouldn't really say it like that, because he does this for more than just one guy - but th... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Monday, September 27, 2010,
Comedy Fundraiser to provide Christmas
gifts for the families of our troops!
Minnesota comedian Scott Hansen is providing his best resource, comedy to start what's called the Toys for Troops Comedy Tour. This tour has raised over $100,000 for the Don Hansen VFW and others across Minnesota. This tour is taking Scott Hansen and the Stagebenders to Fosston, MN on October 15th for an 8:30pm show.
By purchasing a ticket for $20.00 - your contribution will go towards families of our troops....
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Posted by Kurt Philion on Sunday, September 26, 2010,
Hey all, Hope your summer went well and fall is going good so far! The run season is about over for 2010 - but there's still plenty going on that we're working on. Philco's Freedom Team has been entered to what's called the New Balance "Movement Challenge" to try for $25,000 that would go to Project New Hope - the 501c3 organization that supports our war vets and their families. I'm asking you to please go and sign up to help support this cause. All you have to do is log on to www.movementchall...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, September 21, 2010,
...for making my final run something to remember!!!
There was no better way to finish off the 2010 year of running that in the state capital of North Dakota, Bismarck. I had been there just three weeks before to attend my cousin's wedding that was just down the road in Mandan, ND, so I got a little bit familiar with the area.
Stayed the extended weekend that started for me Thursday at a friend Jon Hoefer's place. Him, his wife and daughter were great hosts for me and made it a fun four days.... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Monday, September 13, 2010,
So I didn’t get the pouring rain I was hoping for yesterday, but it was still a pretty good day for a run.
I told several people prior to the Dick Beardsley 5K run that was held on September 11th I wanted rain, and more than that – a down pour. Just when you think someone couldn’t get any more crazy, they hear that come out of my mouth.
You’d say the same thing if you set two personal records (PR’s) in weather conditions like that. A 5K back in August done in just over twenty-th... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Sunday, September 5, 2010,
Summer is about over, but the running isn’t quite to that point. Training has continued the last few weeks following the Gopher to Badger Half Marathon in August. It’s still been going well, mixing in some outdoor running with indoor running, including treadmill hills that were needed for the last run in Stillwater, MN to Hudson, WI.
Just when I thought it was only going to be one more run for the year, we’re going to add to the schedule ONE more run. It makes sense to do so on th... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Monday, August 16, 2010,
Busy weeks go by very fast, and this one zipped by as if there wasn’t a week at all. It seems like everything was packed together into one day, with each event seeming to last only a few minutes each. That wasn’t the case though. Looking back to the start of the week, it was time to prepare for another Freedom Run, this time starting in one state and ending in another. From Minnesota all the way to Wisconsin we had to run this time around, that’s a long ways! Unless you’re looki... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Saturday, August 14, 2010,
It has been a week with a lot going on, that is for sure. It’s going to take me a while to mention everything that has happened, or is going to happen in the next couple of days. This blog will basically set an agenda for what you’ll find coming up soon, hopefully I’ll be able to accomplish by Monday night for posting on my blog spot here. The next one will entail a little unwelcome news, plus many many things that have happened this week that made for a great end of the week.
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Posted by Kurt Philion on Tuesday, August 3, 2010,
It seems like a long time ago since a run has been done. That will change next week. I've been invited to run in a couple of runs, one will include the next half marathon of the year. The Gopher to Badger Half Marathon will be happening on August 14th, starting in Stillwater, MN - ending in Hudson, WI. I've never done this run before, but have been to the area. Sounds like it's going to be a very scenic route!
Prior to that, along with two other runners in this area, I've been invited to be... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Friday, July 30, 2010,
As you can already see, this site has a new look. For the past couple weeks the webmaster for Philco's Freedom Team (Yola!) has done a great job of putting this together to make it look a little different. It was about time for a change on the site, and here it is! Let me know what you think. I may be putting the guestbook back on, but as of right now, email any comments to the email listed in the Contact section. I look forward to hearing from you and keeping you informed about Philco's... Continue reading ...
Posted by Kurt Philion on Friday, July 30, 2010,
Posted July 25th:
Just got in from the 80 degree weather, and a 7.5 mile run on the track in Mahnomen. The heat along with black top isn’t a good mix, but at least there was a breeze!
It’s part of the physical training that goes with the territory, whether you like it or not, you just do it. Lots of water has been consumed today now to rehydrate the body and keep it in check so bad things don’t happen.
There’s been a lot of good things going on lately, with training, with the organiz... Continue reading ...
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