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The Brindley Beach Lighthouse 5k Series

The Brindley Beach Lighthouse 5k Series took place Wednesday, July 25^th 8:00 a.m. through the Historic Village of Corolla Light.   This is the third of four races taking place in Corolla, NC.

149  Runners were treated to the sights of some of Corolla’s favorite attractions along the course, these were The WhaleHead Club, Corolla Light and the splendid Currituck Beach Lighthouse.

The course was an out and back run on the walking paths in Corolla.  16 Employees from Brindley Beach Vacation and Resort also took part in the race today.

 

Brindley Beach EmployeesAt the end of the course runners were treated to breakfast by Mike Mazza, of Mike and Matt’s Kitchen Adventures and employee of Brindley Beach Vacation and Resort.       

The Top Three Females:

1. Nicole Dawson – 19:57
2. Cathy Pugsley – 20:07
3. Melissa Lukas – 22:13

The Top Three Males:

1. Ray Pugsley – 16:24
2. Pete Shaneek – 17:30
3. Skippy McPherson – 17:31

 

First Place Male – Ray Puglsey and First Place Female – Nicole Dawson with Race Directors Karen Warlitner and Matt CostaFor complete race results got to:  5k Lighthouse Race Results

Thank you to the participants, volunteers, family members and Doug Brindley and staff for making the Brindley Beach Vacations Lighthouse 5k a success. To the visitors of the Outer Banks who came and raced with us today we hope you enjoy the rest of your vacation and will return to see us again.

Special Thanks to our race sponsors and race hosts Joan and Doug Brindley of Brindley Beach Vacations and Sales, as well as our race directors Karen Warlitner, Matt Costa and Adam Swansen.  

We hope to see everyone at our next RunCations event The Brindley Beach Lighthouse 5k Series on August 1st at 8:00 a.m.

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2nd graduation for Outer Banks Bootcamps Plus

The 2nd graduation for Outer Banks Bootcamps Plus took place on July 6, 2012. 148 people started the program on May 28th and this past Friday 90 Boot Campers graduated. Great job to all of you for taking the time to start your journey with us! You showed endurance, willpower, and commitment to yourself.

Congratulations to all of you that have graduated and special congratulations to our Honor Graduates – Ilona Matteson and Jessie Jennings. Ilona has started a scholarship program for eligible participants to sign up for bootcamp. Please contact Matt Costa for further details.

Honor Grad Ilona Matteson

Honor Grad Jessie Jennings

Thank you to the coaches and boot campers for your hard work and commitment. Our Third and final camp in the bootcamp plus series started this past Monday, July 2nd and is a 7 week series. If you want to take the first step and make a change, we still have room. Please contact Matt Costa at (252) 489-8239 or email outerbanksbootcamps@yahoo.com , we look forward to seeing you this Monday at Knuckle-up.

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Inaugural Outer Banks Firecracker & Freedom 5k

The Inaugural Outer Banks Firecracker & Freedom 5k took place this past Wednesday, July 4th at 7:00 a.m. in Kill Devil Hills. This was another exciting event put on by Outer Banks RunCations with professional timing by J& A Racing.

The run took place in Kill Devil Hills by the Veteran’s Memorial. The course was a down and out run on the streets and wooded paths of Kill Devil Hills. 357 runners took part in this patriotic morning honoring our Veteran’s. It was a fantastic way to start the 4th of July Holiday. This event was in honor to our local Veteran’s Associations and Operation Wounded Warrior Project. The proceeds from this race will help to support our local chapters of the American Legion and Marine Corps League program’s whose initiatives and charitable work serve Veteran’s and their families.

At the end of the course runners were treated to a continental breakfast catered by Red Sky Cafe , and a last minute donation of 300 tasty pastries by Outer Banks Rum Cakes.

The Top Three Females:

1. Jessica Witter - Kill Devil Hills, NC

2. Maureen Crimmins – Park Ridge, NJ

3. Beth Mullen – Newtown, PA

The Top Three Males:

1. Matt Earman - Kitty Hawk, NC

2. Michael Bushnell - Westchester, PA

3. Aaron Parker - Kitty Hawk, son of Chuck Parker who is an ultra-marathoner

For complete race results got to: Race It

Thank you to all of the participants, sponsors, volunteers and members and veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces who helped make the Firecracker 5k a successful event. An extra special thanks goes out to the members and family of Outer Banks Bootcamps for their tireless efforts in support and volunteer work. To the visitors of the Outer Banks who came and raced with us today we hope you enjoy the rest of your vacation and will return to see us for your next 4th of July race.

Special Thanks to our race sponsors Joan and Doug Brindley of Brindley Beach Vacations and Sales as well as our race directors Karen Warlitner, Matt Costa and Adam Swansen. We hope to see everyone at our next RunCations event The Brindley Beach Lighthouse 5k Series starting Wednesday, July 11th at 8:00 a.m.

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Inaugural Outer Banks Sunset Spectacular 5k & Luau

The Inaugural Outer Banks Sunset Spectacular 5k & Luau took place this past Monday, June 25th at 6:30 p.m. on the beach in Nags Head at Jennette’s Pier. This is the third of several races to follow for Outer Banks RunCations.

 

The run took place on the beautiful shores of Nags Head. The course was a down and out run on the beach during low tide. 176 runners experienced soft sand, refreshing waves and a beautiful evening sunset.

Waiting to Start the Race

At the end of the course runners were treated to a luau catered by Red Sky Cafe , and Beer sponsored by Carolina Beverage Consultants. The event proceeds benefited Ruthies Kitchen and A Room at the Inn, feeding and sheltering Dare counties disadvantaged.

The Top Three Females:

1. Caitlin Strahota
2. Amy Hilliker
3. KC McAvoy

First Place Female - Caitlin Strahota

The Top Three Males:

1. Jason Dufour
2. David Woodley
3. Matt Jenkins

First Place Male - Jason Dufour

For complete race results got to: Race it

The warm evening ended with a big bang and a cool down with a storm closing down the end of the party.

Incoming Storm

Thank you to all of the volunteers, sponsors, participants and the family of supporters who made the Sunset 5k & luau such a success. To the visitors of the Outer Banks who came and raced with us today we hope you enjoy the rest of your vacation and will return to see us again.

Special Thanks to our race sponsors Joan and Doug Brindley of Brindley Beach Vacations and Sales, our race hosts Jennette’s Pier as well as our race directors Karen Warlitner, Matt Costa and Adam Swansen. We hope to see everyone at our next RunCations event TThe Freedom 5k & Old Glory Mile on Wednesday, July 4th beginning at 7:00 a.m.

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Searching for “Onederland”, and Finding Fitness …. My story

My name is Jamie Chisholm. I am 37 years old. When I was asked to share “my story” complete with photos… I was hesitant because it’s emotional, personal, and frankly, I felt ashamed I had let my weight get so out of control. Then I remembered “our numbers” and I thought maybe it was time I owned my own story.

 

I have struggled with my weight my entire life. I have looked for every magic pill, and magic diet, I have attended “fitness spas” for weeks at a time. My family (God bless them) has spent THOUSANDS trying to help me.

 

I have no photos of myself from the past 10 years. The struggle with my weight had me depressed, and I was losing hope. I dreamt myself thin, I wished myself thin. On August 11th, 2011, I went to the extreme measure of having the “Lap Band” procedure. While I felt hope I had not had in years …I was also so ashamed that I had to allow a doctor to sew a band around my stomach because I had lacked the self-discipline to control what I put in my mouth.

 

Jamie Chisholm August 10, 2011 before lap-band

The first six months with “the band” I had great success. I lost somewhere around 55 lbs. But what had changed? I was the same shape just a bit smaller. My habits were pretty much the same. In January 2012 my weight loss with the band slowed, then stopped all together (GASP!!!) . It stopped for months.

 

January 2012 Weight Loss at a Standstill

Now imagine my terror… I had an extreme procedure, which has side effects I live with every day. Not to mention the THOUSANDS it had cost. What I had failed to remember was just like everything else the “Band” is not magic… If you do not change your habits, your metabolism will slow and weight loss will stop. Most “banders” lose approximately 30-40% of their excess weight.

 

I called Matt Costa the day before my 37th birthday and started my first boot camp one week later. I also joined KnuckleUp gym. In the past I had worked out sporadically. For someone like me there is something very anonymous about traditional gyms… show up if you want…give 20%...50%... whatever you feel like and leave. You are a “card swipe”, not a name. Not at Boot Camp, and not at Knuckle Up.

 

All of a sudden I was with people of all ages, shapes, and fitness levels, all supporting each other. Suddenly I was doing things I never thought I could do, and to my complete surprise I wanted to do more. Our coaches know when we fail to show up. Our coaches ask for 100% all the time and then they ask for more. I am not a card swipe, I am Jamie. Seeing my “team mates” give their all every time inspires me to do the same.

 

And guess what… my weight loss has started again! I have lost and additional 23 lbs. Not only that but my shape has changed. I am stronger both physically and mentally. Now it is not so much the Band controlling what I eat… It is the thought process of “I worked so hard today, do I really want to undo my work out by eating that?”

 

Last Saturday I took a run down Villa Dunes Drive. When I reached the bypass I thought I will just keep going. I took the beach road to Kitty Hawk Kites. Then I thought “I will just head over Jockeys Ridge to get home”… As I stood on top of the ridge with the sun shining I could hear Matt and Jay in my head saying “Look at where you live!”

 

I feel like Outer Banks Boot Camps and Knuckle Up is saving my life one step at a time. I am so grateful to have found this “community” that accepted and supported me immediately.

 

I am currently approximately 25lbs from what we “banders” call “Onederland” (100 lbs. total weight loss) …It was my goal. The funny thing is, is that now I am not so focused on “Onederland”. Probably the best thing I have gained from my experience from Outer Banks Boot camps and Knuckle Up is suddenly it’s not about a number anymore; it’s not about a size. It’s about finding fitness, finding health. My goals are now the next 5k, a half marathon, and next summer in VA Beach, a Tough Mudder. It’s about being stronger and always pushing for more. I am no longer searching for “Onerderland” …. I want that orange Tough Mudder Head Band instead!!!

 

It is not a magic pill…It is not a magic diet or procedure… I think I have finally found out where the real magic happens…

Jamie-June 2012