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The Hounds of H***

Movin' Shoes 17 February, 2009

By: Mike Decker

Us runners have many archenemies. The Right Knee. The Icy Sidewalk. That guy wearing that salmon colored 80’s Nike windbreaker who barely beats you at every 5k. And, finally, The Dog. This is different from your normal dog; it isn’t your dog for one. Also, strange things happen to dogs when they see humans run; they want to bite, play, or chase runners.

I was thinking about this the other day has I was having an altercation with what I can only describe as a combination Weiner dog and hound. This Weiner hound, as it were, was eating a can of spilled beans when it spotted me. It ran towards me while bellowing and making weird whiny noises. I couldn’t read it. Did it want to play? Did it want to eat my calf muscle? Was it in search of a master because obviously it was enjoying a random can of beans next to the bike path and I can’t think of any dog owner who’d let that happened? This Weiner hound was joined by a bounding bulldog – a prearranged tag team – and they both came at me as I strode ahead trying to keep it cool. It ended soon there after with the Weiner Hound of Death peeling off quickly, yipping desperate high pitched yodels over its shoulder and joining the bulldog in the middle of the street.

I wondered, afterward, what runners can do to not get bit. Runners have to get good at reading dogs. They have to recognize the type of dog they’re dealing with and respond accordingly. The following is a dog guideline. It’s advice. Take what you will and leave the rest behind.

The “ I wanna be your buddy” Dog
If this type of dog –happy, tongue flopping- persists on following you, stop and find out where it lives. If it continues to follow you a car might hit it. It’s happened to me unfortunately.

The Yippy Dog
Territorial yet Chicken. Usually small and annoying, this pocket pooch rarely leaves the yard. Keep going but watch the sucker out the corner of your eyes.

The Best Dog in the World
Gently comes over with its tongue hanging out looking happier than a clam. Stop, kneel down and rub this fella behind the ears.

The Startled Biter Dog
It’s old, it’s deaf and it doesn’t know you’re about to blow by it. When you see a dog that doesn’t appear to see or hear you clap your hands, make some noise, let it know your coming or this normally sweet pup will come at your ankles with razor sharp teeth.

The Intimidator Dog
Usually large or of Doberman/Rottweiler blood, these dogs are sometimes hard to read. Most owners of these breeds are aware of their intimidation factor and keep them chained up or behind a fence. My advice: pick up a stick or rock, cross the street and look sharp while running steady.

The Crazed Tasmanian Devil Dog
These dogs don’t know what the heck is going on. “ Why is this human running? Why is it near my territory? Is it coming for me? Holy Crap, what do I do?!” Confused, aggressive, they tear towards you snarling with a wary white-eyed look. I say you should yell sternly while pointing a finger. If this doesn’t work make a fake aggressive move towards it. Most dogs of this type will run away or stop. If they don’t then run like hell, find a weapon and protect yourself.

The Silent Monster Dog
The worst dog for runners. This demon dog doesn’t make any noise as it stealthily tracks it’s prey: YOU. In my opinion these are the most likely to bite; they tend to be aggressive and undeterred. Find a barrier between you and the dog. Make a lot of noise while making yourself bigger by raising your arms – yes, act like a cougar is chasing you instead of some horrible man-flesh loving canine nightmare. If you can find a rock or a stick don’t be afraid to use it – I’m not an advocate of hitting a dog but you have to protect yourself.

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It was about two years ago that we were out burnin It was about two years ago that we were out burning some brush alongside @iceagetrailorg to help them build trails. This photo of @tenkrunner watching the brush burn seemed like a fitting way to say goodbye to 2020 and hello to whatever comes next. Whatever it is, running will likely be involved.

#scrapbooksunday #onamonday
A bit about Liz, MSRC Secretary extraordinaire, co A bit about Liz, MSRC Secretary extraordinaire, coming atcha with some wise wisdom when it comes to exploring new trails:

• Name: Elizabeth (Liz) Veler

• Hometown: Boston, NY by way of Ishpeming, MI

• Years Running: 10!

• Favorite route: Shorewood Hills or Capital City Trail

• Why do you run? To stay in shape for my marathon addiction, and for the relationships that I've gained through running with others

• Why did you join the club? I started running with the track group off & on shortly after I moved to Madison.  I was impressed with how welcomed and comfortable I felt even around athletes literally running twice as fast as me. When MSRC was reimagined a few years ago I was eager to help establish the group. 

• Favorite/weirdest running memory? I've had numerous "adventure runs" on trails that have ended up 2 or 3 times as long as they were supposed to be. After all, why not take the fork in the path that you don't know where it'll lead you! (I've always made it home eventually)

• Favorite recovery snack? Lay's Classic potato chips, Pizza.
Get to know your favorite egg-eating-running-banan Get to know your favorite egg-eating-running-banana from Subzero!

• Name: Liz Mehls

• Hometown: Tomah, WI

• Years Running: 16

• Favorite route: There are so many! I like the Lower Yahara Trail with the bridge into McDaniel Park in McFarland; the Glacial Drumlin trail in Cottage Grove; and anything around campus for the nostalgia factor.

• Why do you run?: The #1 reason is that I am a better person, partner, and teacher when I run. My #2 reason is the friendships. It’s amazing how well you can get to know someone on a long run! I met one of my best friends in a speedwork group, and we’ve run many races together since (usually in banana suits!).

• Why did you join the club?: I am obsessed with the Subzero Race Series, and the club was promoted at the races. I signed up to keep the good vibes going! Plus, pancake runs and the great routes that Morgan creates.

• Favorite/weirdest running memory?: Honestly, I’ve been streaking through this pandemic, and the neighborhood kids have become my cheering section. They are elementary aged, and one kid runs out the door (mid-breakfast) to yell, “Go, Liz!” and the others will stop their outdoor play to clap for me when I run by. It’s the freaking best. 

• Favorite recovery snack?: Eggs.
We miss this. End of story. 2021, please treat us We miss this. End of story. 2021, please treat us better.
We’ve got another one for you folks! Introducing We’ve got another one for you folks! Introducing Coach TK, one of the founders of the original MSRC:

• Name: Tom Kaufman (TK)

• Hometown: Madison, WI

• Years Running: 53

• Favorite route: Arb, Lake Monona

• Why do you run? Something I’ve done for a long time. I like the feeling of getting outside, getting my heart rate up, clearing my head of unimportant matters, and the lovely feeling at the end of a run.

• Why did you join the club? I actually started the first version of the Movin’ Shoes Running Club with Movin’ Shoes founding owner Roger Eischens in 1984 as a way to help connect the runners in the Madison area.

• Favorite/weirdest running memory? There have been a few over the years. In no particular order - running a relay leg of the 200 mile Nappa to Santa Cruz Relay over the Golden Gate Bridge at 2:30am under a full moon, running a 13 mile route with my oldest son Noah that went up Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park (Maine), running with my youngest son Zachary through a National Park in South Africa alongside a group of Ostriches, and coming face to face with a wolf on a solo run in the Boundary Waters (Minnesota).

• Favorite recovery snack? Endurox orange flavor, although anyone who knows me knows that I love chocolate chip cookies.
#scrapbooksunday to last year’s Berbee Derby wit #scrapbooksunday to last year’s Berbee Derby with the MSRC x Turtle Team. Without races, many local runners have had to turn inward to face ourselves to keep going, to stay motivated, and to stay healthy. It’s a challenge our crew has taken on with grace. We love to hear what folks have done to stay moving while races are put on hold for the time being. So. What’s kept you going during COVID?

PC: @focalflame
Get to know some of our club members! We’ll high Get to know some of our club members! We’ll highlight our members, starting with the club board. Meet Jered, club prez:

•Name: Jered Sweeney-Demezas

•Hometown: Stillwater, OK

•Years Running: 17

•Favorite route: Arb Loop

•Why do you run? To stay sane and grounded

•Why did you join the club? To run for something bigger than myself

•Favorite/weirdest running memory? Running up a mountain in New Mexico as the sun was rising

•Favorite recovery snack? Fruit smoothie with Endurox added for an extra little kick of protein

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We’ll keep this one in our back pocket. Stay saf We’ll keep this one in our back pocket. Stay safe y’all.
The Bay’s just that much cleaner. Thanks FOMB fo The Bay’s just that much cleaner. Thanks FOMB for the warm welcome, for keeping some of our home base running routes free of trash, and for protecting our beloved lakes. It was a pleasure to join your efforts. We’ll definitely be back next month.

📸: @oneninajo
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The next Friend’s of Mon VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY:

The next Friend’s of Monona Bay (FOMB) Monthly Shoreline Cleanup is scheduled for this Saturday, November 14, from 10-noon. They meet at the Brittingham Beach House, 701 W. Brittingham Place.

We’ve teamed up with this group in lieu of our remote plogging. It’s a great chance to safely see your MSRC pals in-person. Bring a mask, keep 6 feet, and help keep the bay free of trash. Hope to see you there!
Catching some rays with the brightest folks around Catching some rays with the brightest folks around. #precovid19 #scrapbooksunday #movinshoesrc

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Hey MSRC! Check your emails with more info from Ja Hey MSRC! Check your emails with more info from Jakey-Jake about The Big Arb Intrasquad Relay.

If you’re not a member but want in, it’s not too late to join the squad. DM us on how to join, and we can get you situated.
Missing the days of running with this crew in-pers Missing the days of running with this crew in-person, the Sunday long runs through the city as a team, the feast of pancakes & coffee once a month. We’ll be back to it. Soon. Stay safe. Run safe. #movinshoesrc #flythebabyblues
We’ve turned our plogging efforts towards partne We’ve turned our plogging efforts towards partnering with the Friends of Monona Bay monthly shoreline trash pickup. This morning was our first outing with them. They meet on the 2nd Saturday of each month at 10 AM by @brittinghamboats. They provide gloves, bags, these awesome claw-stick-grabber-things, and 5 gallon buckets. It was a great way to give back to the community while maintaining some safe COVID-distancing. We hope to see some more runners out with us to keep the neighborhood and running paths clean!
A special kind of #scrapbooksunday on the last day A special kind of #scrapbooksunday on the last day to track miles for Karl’s Full Moon Fundraiser. Karl’s indomitable spirit is felt to this very day. His vision that each person who walks into Movin’ Shoes is a pal, an inspiration, worth celebrating, no matter if they’re training to complete their first 5K or training to make it to the Olympic Trials. This is the same for each of our club members. We appreciate each and every one of you. We’re glad you’re part of this community and grateful for your contributions to the local scene.

Please consider pledging to this great cause and telling your running pals. Pledge link in bio.
STARTING TOMORROW! For Karl's Full Moon Fundraise STARTING TOMORROW!

For Karl's Full Moon Fundraiser, we realized that there was no place to add your miles on Pledge It. So we created a handy-dandy Google Form to help us out. From October 1-4, you can submit your daily miles via this link: https://forms.gle/8qN3Mv7Gf8KyHHem7. Fill out this form at the end of each day with your daily mileage so we can add them to the total miles run during the fundraiser. We will add everyone's miles together to determine the total miles run and submit it to Pledge It.

Thank you in advance for helping us raise funds for our community partners. Without the in-person Full Moon 5K, we wanted to continue to support Lincoln and honor Karl's legacy. As in past years, the event's success is based on the efforts of our community. So thank you from all of us at Movin' Shoes.

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