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| Member Name | Steve Gilbert |
| Location | United States |
| Age | 67 |
| Sex | Male |
| Years Running | 33 |
| Max Distance | marathon |
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| Current Mile | |
| Types of Running | Road Runner Treadmill |
| Internet Profile Link | http:// |
| Fitness Statement | Never particularly athletic. Did not consider myself a "runner" until I read that "if you run, you are a runner". Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 2004. Started training at Rock Steady Boxing, a unique non-contact boxing training program designed for people with PD, in 2007. As a result, I feel I have achieved the best fitness level of my life for my age despite the effects of PD. I run because I can, because it is empowering, as a symbol of believing in yourself, and to honor those who are challenged by their physical condition and are not so blessed. |
| Quote | “From an encouraging bystander: "Mile 12. Only a mile to go. You're finished!" (Well, which is it?) Overheard on a training run, "We were getting ready for (race), and there was this old guy, musta been about 70, . . . " Heard at mile 3 of a half marathon: "I don't mind the heat, I just don't like to run in it!" "Be prepared to take what the day has to offer." - Charlie, The Blue Mile” |
| Running Achievements | I ran my first marathon at age 66, with guidance and companionship (step for step) from my brother. Achieved my goal of finishing the 2013 Indy "500" Festival Mini healthy. Missed my 'silent' goal of eclipsing my time set in 1984 at the Mini, where I started running, by only 25 seconds. I started running late, but continued improvement illustrates that training and commitment can go a long way in compensating for the loss of under-appreciated youthful energy. I am excited about the Double Road Race Indy coming August 11th. (Any day running is another good day of praising the blessing.) |
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Upcoming Races | ||||||||
| Date | Event Name | Location | Distance | |||||
| 6/30/13 | Double Road Race Overland Park | Overland Park, Kansas | DOUBLE ROAD RACE | |||||
| 8/11/13 | Double Road Race Indy | Indianapolis, IN | DOUBLE ROAD RACE | |||||
| 9/22/13 | Beyond the Badge | Indianapolis | 5K | |||||
| 11/5/13 | Indianapolis Monumental Marathon | Indianapolis, IN | 1/2 Marathon | |||||
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Recent Races
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| Date | Event Name | Location | Distance | Race Time | Place | |||
| 5/18/13 | Race Around the Reservoir | Fishers, IN | 1/2 Marathon | 2:02:33 | 819/2128 | |||
| 5/4/13 | "500" Festival Mini-Marathon | Indianapolis, IN | 1/2 Marathon | 1:59:58 | 7165/30,063 | |||
| 4/6/13 | 500 Festival training series | Indianapolis, IN | 15K | 1:24:16 | 455/1533 | |||
| 3/9/13 | 500 Festival training series | Indianapolis, IN | 10K | 55:33 | 431/1534 | |||
| 2/9/13 | 500 Festival training series | Indianapolis, IN | 5K | 28:16 | 526/1264 | |||
| 11/3/12 | Indianapolis Monumental Marathon | Indianapolis, IN | 1/2 Marathon | 2:02:18 | 2090 | |||
| 9/23/12 | Beyond the Badge | Indianapolis, IN | 5K | 28:32 | 163 | |||

Geist Half-marathon today. Second half of traditional Indy Month-of-May club event. A marathon with a half time! Good day as always. Geist PB.

Great day at the Indy 500 mini-marathon with my brother, the Rock Steady Road Team, and 35,000 of our closest friends.
Thanks, Bob. It was good anyway, but that was a big, thick coat of icing. First sub-2 since I turned 40! 5K split to start was faster than my 5K race time, and the AG % is edging up. Not the PR I would have liked. Still hungry. Sore in all the right places. Geist half in two weeks. Not as crowded, but hilly. We will see what the day will allow.
26.2 minute remembrance Run for Boston at Blue Mile Fishers, a wonderful re-confirmation of the spirit of the running community and in a larger sense America.
http://www.theindychannel.com/news/local-news/indianapolis-retailer-hosts-run-in-honor-of-boston-marathon-blast-victims

Easy run, prep for 500 Festival mini, Geist half, then Double Road Race OP. Only 37 degrees. We are not getting any warm-weather conditioning! (Need a road trip.)
Just another day at Rock Steady. 1 mile warm-up plus an hour of good core work. Great prep for The One AMerica '500" Festival Mini-Marathon and the Geist half in May, and The Double Road Race Overland Park in June. #minimarathon @RockStdyBoxing @Geist

15K + warmup/cooldown. Pre-half marathon event. Based at White River State Park, where the Double Road Race Indy will start.

Heavy core day Tuesday at Rock steady Boxing, with dead-lifts and a lot of side lunges. Came in handy shoveling 6 inches of heavy wet snow on Wednesday.

Nice core work day at Rock Steady Boxing after treadmill warmup. Looking forward to a good 10K Saturday.
White River State Park, NCAA Hall of Champions, National Institute for Fitness and Sport, Planet Fitness, Rock Steady Boxing, and Blue Mile all confirmed for Double Road Race Indy. More announcements soon.
Check out my video on my profile!
Good video...you are an inspiration Steve...
Check out my video on my profile!
Love the video...
Exciting day yesterday. The Road Team from Rock Steady Boxing for the One America 500 Festival Mini Marathon/5K is now at 20 and growing. Rock Steady is an innovative exercise program to improve the quality of life for people with Parkinson's Disease. We will Rock the course!
Rock Steady Boxing
26 as of today. If you see us 5/4, say Hello!
Why I CAN run is all about the cross training program I have been in for five years. Tuesday we had guests from Ch. 8 news who aired a feature on Rock Steady Boxing at 5:30 last night. Watch at:
http://www.wishtv.com/dpp/health/parkinsons-patients-fight-back-with-boxing-moves?ref=scroller
"Monumental Bean" is a 3 minute video produced by Kristy Follmar, trainer at Rock Steady Boxing. With encouragement and inspiration from family and friends, I trained for my first marathon last summer. All was going well until I got into the last month, when poor form (hamstring dominance poor glute action) began to take a toll on my knees. The training pace had indicated a possible 4:30 - 5:00 finish until the falloff following 3:00 and 3:45 long runs when the poor technique began to take its toll. I had enough leg strength to carry a half, but without the glutes the knees began to lose stability . Determination trumped prudence, and I finished in 6:22:21 thrilled, fulfilled, and with extremely sore knees. My brother (a 3:30 marathoner), who supported me throughout, sacrificed his race to be there step for step. Unending thanks to my wife, teammates, and many friends who were there in person or in spirit. I ran as a way to praise the blessings I have received, and to honor and encourage those who are in a tougher race every day than I was last November. It was a privilege to donate my medal to Medals4Mettle. (http://www.medals4mettle.org)
Cool video...I really wished I could make your race but I just am not going to be able too...how about you coming out to our Dec 23 Double in Pleasanton?
IMM tomorrow! Sorry you couldn't join us, but I know you are nearing the end of a great project. The day looks good, course is good, I feel good. Ready for whatever the day will allow. Would love to get my"old guy" PB, but overall just happy to be able to participate.
Check out my video on my profile!
Great video...
Steve, inspirational movie and story. All the best as you pursue your current marathon goal.
I need to share this with my friend who's father has PD. She helped get a benefit race started (Speedy PD 10k and 5k) several years ago. One of the therapies use in the local support program is dancing...have had good results. Keep running!
Thanks to your friend. This might be of interest http://www.youngparkinsons.org/articles/music-therapy. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of any help regarding our fitness program for PWP..
