Mike Scopa

Taking a Break

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How appropriate that MagicMeets interrupted my training regimen. This “stop in the action” reminded me that no matter how hard we try to maintain our routines that sometimes scheduled and unscheduled events will impact these routines. Events could be in the form of vacation, a crazy work schedule, or something unexpected that plays havoc with … Continue reading "Taking a Break"
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Your Running Identify

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As most of you are now into your own running program it’s probably a good time for you to take a look at yourself and see what kind of a runner you are. Discovering your running identity is important because it will help you to understand how your body works as a machine when you … Continue reading "Your Running Identify"
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The Letter

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The response and questions regarding “The Letter” I read at MagicMeets has prompted me to share the entire letter with everyone. So here in its entirety is the letter, written by Lee Cockeral, WDW Operations Manager, a few years ago: Why We Do What We Do… We do it for the children of all ages … Continue reading "The Letter"
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MagicMeets 2007: The Ultimate Block Party

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From now on when I hear the term “Block Party” I will forever think of Fred Block and MagicMeets 2007. When attempting to recap all that happened last weekend I find myself groping for a starting point. I need to start somewhere so let me try by recalling some memories that will stand out forever. … Continue reading "MagicMeets 2007: The Ultimate Block Party"
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Excitement Building MagicMeets!

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Well things are starting to crank up. The ballroom is 95% ready…almost all the sponsors are here….the PA system and everything else is almost ready….and look who has arrived!!!! That’s right…it’s Steve Barrett and some lovely lady we’ll call “Venus” for now. Seriously I am so excited I don’t know if I will sleep tonight. … Continue reading "Excitement Building MagicMeets!"
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Friday Morning Report From MagicMeets 2007

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Well I’ve been here less than 24 hours and things are already happening. A few of us, including Fred Block (MagicMeets), Louis Mongello (DisneyWorldTrivia), Mike Newell (WDWToday) , and myself have already started getting the main ballroom ready for Saturday’s MagicMeets event. I know you’re thinking, “Mike, how about some pictures?” We really want to … Continue reading "Friday Morning Report From MagicMeets 2007"
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Routines: Part II

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We have talked about the pros and cons of running in the morning. The morning running routine is definitely for morning people who, like me, love to jog in the pre-dawn hours and ward off the creatures of the morning. But if morning runs don’t work for you let’s look at another option: the mid-day … Continue reading "Routines: Part II"
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Routines: Part 1

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We are all creatures of habit so it becomes quite a challenge for us to start a running program that impacts our daily or weekly routine. But before you begin your new routine you need to figure out how best to transition into it. If we are talking about adopting a serious running program in … Continue reading "Routines: Part 1"
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Beating the Pace Problem

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Anyone thinking about participating in a Walt Disney World sponsored race should be aware of the pace requirements for that race. For the 2008 WDW Half-Marathon the pace requirements call for a 16-minute/mile pace, plus 10 minutes to let all the participants cross the start line. It’s a bit more complicated than just that. Assuming … Continue reading "Beating the Pace Problem"
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Friend or Foe?

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Once you decide to take up a running program you need to focus on a couple of things, most importantly your running gear. Of course the prime focus should be on comfort. That means comfortable running shoes, shorts/pants, and a top that wicks the moisture away from your body. Can’t forget the socks. Comfort rules. … Continue reading "Friend or Foe?"
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