Gazelles News - January 2010
Gilbert Running Austin Marathon - Help Him Help Others
Jan 31, 2010Our friendly and jovial coach is running the Austin Marathon and has put out a challenge to help him and the Gazelle Foundation help others by sponsoring Gilbert during the race. Last year through your generosity over $7,000 was raised. This year he's aiming for more - and there's an addition to the cause.
The Foundation is fully committed to helping people in Burundi and giving back to Central Texas youth - what they have done for three years through special projects and the recent completion of a water well that serves over 2,500 Burundian citizens. But in light of the earthquake in Haiti and the great humanitarian need there to help one of Earth's poorest countries - Gilbert and the Foundation have committed to donate half of proceeds raised during the marathon challenge to go to relief efforts in Haiti.
So Gilbert is asking you to help him change the world. For the past four months he's trained hard for this race, not for himself, but for others. And many of you have been right there with him along the way. And he's asking you now to help him change the world. Whether it's a dollar per mile or two dollars per mile or more - challenge him as he's challenging you.
His goal you ask? Top 3 and a sub-2:30.
You can donate online at www.gazellefoundation.com, write a check made out to the Gazelle Foundation and hand it to him, or mail the check to Gazelle Foundation, PO Box 1487, Austin, TX, 78767. And please note in the memo line that this is for the Marathon Challenge so that they can track the proceeds correctly.
Injury Prevention Clinic - Saturday, January 30 from 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Jan 22, 2010Gazelle partner Dr. Ross Bomben of Performance Health will be bringing his many years of medical knowledge and personal experience for an injury prevention clinic on Saturday, January 30th.
All are invited to hear Dr. Bomben speak on the different ways for runners to prevent common injuries such as ITBS, Plantar Fasciitis, Shin Splints, Runners Knee, and many others.
Before becoming a chiropractor, Dr. Bomben was a track and field athlete, a two time All-American, a two time PAC-10 decathlon champion, and a Junior National Decathlon champion. After retiring from athletics, he became a personal trainer, massage therapist and track coach. Now ,Dr. Bomben focuses on chiropractic and wellness care in Austin, Texas. His background gives him a unique perspective and access to elite professional and Olympic level coaches and consultants.
Since becoming a chiropractor, Dr. Bomben has treated hundreds of patients with conditions ranging from headaches to stress fractures of the foot. In 2008, he earned a certification as a Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (CCSP) and in 2009, he furthered his specialization by becoming certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). These certifications better prepare him to diagnose and treat your condition. Dr. Bomben continues his commitment toward the highest standards of excellence and clinical competence.
Join us in the RunTex Riverside Annex building from 9:15-10:00 a.m. and save yourself the trouble of getting injured!
