Women's Half Marathon - WOW is all we can say.

Well we had about 35 gals that ran the race, several last minute registrations that pushed us into first place.

You gals were not only awesome, but were so supportive of each other.  The feedback from the gals that met us for the first time was so appreciative and grateful to be a part of the team.  Thank of being you and having fun.  Check out Abby Leudecke and Preston Miller's Facebook for many, many great photos.

So they didn't give out an award the day of the race, but we did get first place.... Terry and I are still in shock, so now that we have a 1st, 2nd and 3rd place win of the let three years - how about next year we just shoot for more fun and more great women getting together to lease NO WOMAN BEHIND.

Last Sunday - The best part of the Women's Half Marathon....................

was seeing the NWLB smiley faces.  

You guys are awesome - thanks for being out on the course.

SPONSORS - YOU ROCKED OUR DAY- Thanks for the sponsorship - we have awesome shirts, and goodie bags that were actually good ;-)

A big thank you to Terry Dykshorn for suggesting we put a team together three years ago to participate in the Women's Half Marathon Event - it was a great idea and well worth the efforts.  Thanks again to all 

Christina

Are you ready to run?????

Come on out Friday, August 3rd to start your Half Marathon Training and bring a friend.  We will start with five miles and gradually build up to the marathon in November.  If you have a friend that isn't doing the marathon - bring them - all levels, all distances welcome. 

5:30AM Starbucks 

Indian Bend and Scottsdale - Every Friday

CONGRATS to Jackie Z - Rode every day of the tour.

Here is a picture of Jackie in the Polka Dot Jersey - won all of them.  Also all the lions that she won at the tour.  Wiggins has nothing on JZ.  Preston, Pat C and Tami were close, but no Podium Positions.

  

Last Sunday - Shocked at the turnout!!!

It rained the day before, it was hot and muggy - but didn't stop the NWLB gals.  I will say when you see these pictures - we need Laura O, Jacque or Michelle - because the bike lane formation was not so good.  It was a great ride though.  Angela managed to stay upright coming down Shea when a nail did a number on her tire. We rescued her and NO WOMAN WAS LEFT BEHIND.

Lewis Elliot and Heather Godina - Great Team!! 

Lewis Elliot has a passion for triathlon competition.  When Lewis lost his mother to breast cancer in 2003, he decided to turn the sport he loves into a way to make a difference for women battling breast cancer.  Since its launch in 2007, the 

Tri for the Cure, has raised over $200,000.   "I wanted to do something for breast cancer and a few of us got together and thought about a triathlon, and naturally, Komen came to mind," says Lewis. "And pretty quickly, we decided to make it an all-women's triathlon.  And from the first year we had it in 2007 it has been a tremendous success. "

Hello Ladies,  For those of you that don't know me, my name is Heather Godina. I have been riding with NWLB for about a year, although recently, I have been training with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Team In Training (TNT) for my first ever Half Ironman ~ Soma in October! I am very excited!! Training is going well! I am getting stronger with every week's practices! In addition to training for Soma, I am also fundraising to put an end to Blood Cancer. As you may know, I am a cancer survivor. At the age of 29, I was diagnosed with stage 3 Breast Cancer. I underwent 6 months of chemotherapy followed by 7 1/2 weeks of radiation. I am well now, but on a mission. I am a firm believer that once a cure is found for once type of cancer, all the rest will follow right behind. This is where I need your help. Join the team in helping to find a cure for, not only Blood Cancer, but for ALL cancers by making a tax-deductible donation to "My Fundraising Page" at http://pages.teamintraining.org/az/somatri12/hgodina. Your donation will be going to such a great cause and every little bit helps! I appreciate your help in reaching my goal!! I look forward to riding with you again soon! 

Thanks to everyone! Heather Godina

Last Sunday - New Gals - Lenee and Jamie

Nice job on Tour de Pain - Via Linda Hills.  We had about 20 gals, and some of us knew all the right short cuts to keep up with the A Group.  Thanks for hanging in there with the heat and humidity. 

Hope to see you at one of our cycling, running, swimming or social events.... stay tuned.  Also check out our Facebook - NWLB!!

CONGRATS to those that raced recently! JCC Triathlon Maxi - Claire Moty - 5th Overall 1:02:03 Mini - Hayley Sayrs - 2nd Div 1:32:12 Youth - Ages 1-8, Clair Ellish 0:37:09 Youth - Ages 9-10, Jayda Price 6th Div 0:23:50 Ansley Britton 8th Div 0:26:23 Youth - Ages 11-12, Kaitlyn Laibe 4th Div 0:33:45

Everyone did an AMAZING job with the triathlon! We cannot wait to see the youngsters continue on racing and hopefully join our NWLB gang!

Last Sunday - New Gals and Returning Mommas.   Nice to see you all on the ride.

Bicycle Ranch News...

New Group Rides We are happy to announce that we have added 2 new rides to the weekly calendar. A Tuesday Mountain Bike ride and a Thursday night Road Bike ride.  As always - all levels are welcome.  Please come and join us. Tuesday: Meet at 5:30pm behind the shop to hit the McDowell Mountains. We come back at dusk about 2 hours later.  Lights are at your discretion. Please check sunset times. Thursday: Meet at 7pm behind the shop. Lights are required for this road bike ride. An approx. 22 miles loop south of the shop should get us back in just over an hour.

Are you ready.... August we will start Friday Run Build UP Mileage to prepare for Women's Half Marathon  Soooo by August, aim for a comfortable five mile base, and we will build from that point - all the way up to 13.1 miles.

Keep Joining Us Gals !!! We LOOOOVE seeing all of your faces :)

Last Sunday's Tempe Loop went FANTASTICALLY!!! No Woman Was Left Behind :) A Great Group Ride !

We welcome new riders and have a great response from Jessica - she joined us last week and this is what she had to say... thanks for the note Jessica:  "I've been wanting to join up for nearly a year now and today finally overcame my intimidation to join No Woman Left Behind.  I'm so glad I did ~ the women were fabulous, encouraging, and didn't leave me behind!  Thanks SO MUCH -- I can't wait to join in next week!! "

Beginning August we will start Friday Run Build UP Mileage to prepare for Women's Half Marathon  Soooo by August, aim for a comfortable five mile base, and we will build from that point - all the way up to 13.1 miles.   Active Summer Shoe Guide - Click Here!!     11-4-12 - Discount Code RUNCLUBAZ12 - for $10 off entry The first year we won third, last year we won 2nd - how about 1st this year.  Really it's just about having fun and supporting each other! I hope you can make it out again this year. http://www.womenshalfmarathon.com/scottsdale-tempe/    Register under Team NWLB with Fresh Hair Come on Sponsors... help with the shirts and goodie bags... put your feelers out for us and let's make this even more special. Come August 2012 NWLB will have a bowling event ! Soon to come.. NWLB Evening Social..!!! Will keep you posted :)

Save $$$$ JERSEYS:  SALE SALE SALE $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ SALE - Normally $60 - NOW $50 on remaining sizes... (except Tri Suits and Long Sleeve)    Tri Suits:  S-1, M-2, XL-1 Tri Tops:  XS-0, S-7, M-6, L-0, XL-0 Sleeveless:  XS-2, S-4, M-5, L-0, XL-3, 2X-8, 3X10, 4X3 Short Sleeve:  XS-1, S-2, M-0, L-6, XL-3 Long Sleeve Jacket:  S-3, M-6, L-4 XL-2, 2X-2, 3X-1 Extras available - give Christina a call - 602-206-8270.                                                                                                                          Back to top Offer Expires: When all sold out! Now Remember.. NO WOMAN LEFT BEHIND!!! Let's continue our endless support of each other :)

Sundays Father's Day ride was a ton of fun and we appreciate everyone that came out ! Pictures will soon follow :) Last weeks ride out to Butcher Jones Cove with the swim was a HUGE SUCCESS!! To be done again ;)

Butcher Jones Cove Ride/Swim  We had a great ride/swim.  Thanks to Preston for supporting us through our flat tires, saving us in the water, and just being you.   Don't forget.. This Friday 6/22 is the Tri Scottsdale/NWLB Golf Outing $20 for nine holes and a beer! RSVP to nvelop@aol.com by 6/19 . Come ready for loads of fun!! ALSO....

NWLB new Jersey time... $75   We will have a new try top... pink and white are reversed - all else is the same.  Please email if you would like to preorder - Will arrive in August.

THANKS AGAIN EVERYONE :D

Exciting news with No Woman Left Behind! We are a fun adventurious group that supports and encourages women and meet at Paradise Bakery on Doubletree & Scottsdale Rd at 5:30am every Sunday for a ride. We also meet for running and swimming throughout the week. We are excited for the adventures to come and for the group to continues growing !!

Last week we did Happy Valley - most of you were happy ;-) Nice job - we are keeping the miles up and the rides challenging.  There is always a shorter less challenging route - so don't let it make you nervous - you may modify until it suits your needs.

FRESH NWLB FACES OK - so you all look too fresh - looks like while I was away - the mice took it easy with a 25 mile ride.  While NO WOMAN WAS LEFT BEHIND - I think there were many going in different directions.  The good news - you all made it back for coffee.  So since you had a nice couple rest weeks, we will pick up the pace again and tackle Happy Valley loop this week.

Save $$$$ JERSEYS:  SALE SALE SALE $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ SALE - Normally $60 - NOW $50 on remaining sizes... (except Tri Suits and Long Sleeve)    Tri Suits:  S-1, M-2, XL-1 Tri Tops:  XS-0, S-7, M-6, L-0, XL-0 Sleeveless:  XS-2, S-4, M-5, L-0, XL-3, 2X-8, 3X10, 4X3 Short Sleeve:  XS-1, S-2, M-0, L-6, XL-3 Long Sleeve Jacket:  S-3, M-6, L-4 XL-2, 2X-2, 3X-1 Extras available - give Christina a call - 602-206-8270.                                                                                                                           Back to top Offer Expires: When all sold out!