The HotChocolate15k/5k is headed to San Diego on March 18th!

Register~> www.hotchocolate15k.com/sandiego (Use Swag Code SDNASARA18)

The #HotChocolate15k/5k is headed to #SanDiego on March 18th! The race will start and finish at Petco ParkPark amongst San Diego’s biggest chocolate aficionados. The Hot Chocolate 15k/5k serves up 4,000 pounds of chocolate each race! Plus, all participants will receive a tech quarter-zip jacket. 15k participants will also receive a chocolate inspired Finisher Medal. This year, train, race, and celebrate with us all the way to the finish line!

6 Year Legacy Runner at the San Diego Half Marathon!

This year my 6th year running this awesome race! 6th year comes with the perks of being a 6 year Legacy Runner. This was my 1st half Marathon since November and I felt really good running, staying on pace with random folks, focusing on my music, staying hydrated and getting mentally prepared to conquer the Dreaded WASHINGTON ST! Lol! I'm cool with my 2:00:17 but I may ask for a :30 second results change since I got held up by the trolley! 😡😡 (hey, it's the difference between 2 and sub-2... Call me petty! 😂) I'm proud of all my #SiriusFitness folks who participated... Eduardo, Delia and of course Grace for running her FIRST Half! It was cool seeing the "Swole Sisters" (Natasha, Tish, Tammy) out to support Grace...and of course it was great seeing the "usual suspects", Lanae Battle rocking the Prayer and the National Anthem, Rudy Novotny announcing the race, the speedster Barry Spital (aka Barry Allen, The Flash), Bri Cat, Tina, Bruce, Clayton, Teresa, Donna & Robyn from the "colored section" (inside joke), Tracy keeping us safe, the San Diego Track Club family, the Milestone Crew (Chad and Greg) and many others I may not have mentioned. AND...Of course it's always GREAT when wifey Makena and the #Boyz are here for support! ❤️I can't wait to run my FAVORITE Half Marathon next year in my 7th Legacy Year! See y'all in 2018!

2nd Annual ZERO Prostate Cancer Run Walk - San Diego

The ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk - San Diego features a 5K run/walk, 1 mile walk, Kids Superhero Dash for Dad, and virtual Snooze for Dudes program. ZERO is proud to partner with Genesis Healthcare Partners to end prostate cancer. The funds raised from ZERO prostate cancer Run/Walk - San Diego are invested around the country to provide research for new treatments, free prostate cancer testing, and educate men and families about prostate cancer.

Please #donate (anything helps~>http://bit.ly/NasaraFightsCancer)

Sirius Fitness (Potential) Runs for 2016 (January-March)

Running‬ into 2016! Here is a list of potential ‪Sirius Fitness‬ Runs for 2016
(From January to March) 

Jan 9, 2016
Saturday
San Diego Resolution Run 5K and 15K (USE CODE SIRIUSVIP)

Jan 17, 2016
Saturday
Carlsbad Half Marathon

Feb 6, 2016
Saturday
Super Run 10K/5K

Feb 14, 2016
Sunday
Coronado Valentine's Day 10K

Feb 14, 2016
Sunday
San Dieguito Half Marathon

Feb 21, 2016
Sunday
Mardi Gras Run

Mar 5, 2016
Saturday
Finish Chelsea's Run 5K

Mar 12, 2016
Saturday
St. Patrick's Day 10K, 5k and 2 miler

Mar 12, 2016
Saturday
St. Patrick's Day Half Marathon and 5K

Mar 13, 2016
Sunday
San Diego Half Marathon

Mar 19, 2016
Saturday
San Diego Race for Autism

Mar 20, 2016
Sunday
Hot Chocolate 15K/5K San Diego (USE CODE BUFF1)

2016 Sirius Fitness Run Streak

Join me on my #SiriusFitnessRunStreak... Personally, I'm going for 365 days, but please feel free to go as long as you like!

 Rules:

1. Run or jog a minimum of 1 mile per day.

2. I will ask if you could attempt a minimum of 14 days to begin.

3. Please post your daily results w/ a pic or simple post with the HASHTAG (on social media)...       #SiriusFitnessRunStreak

4. Have fun, challenge yourself...(Tell a Friend)

Sirius Fitness 2016 "Kick Off" Run

Sirius Fitness decided to "Kick Off" 2016 with wellness, fitness and dedication! We ran (jogged and walked) the Lake Murray Trail! We are ready for 2016! Stay tuned for a list of our upcoming events!

#SanDiego Don't miss out on the 2016 #HotChocolate15k ... www.Hotchocolate15k.com 
(CODE: SDBUFF1) free BUFF! (Buff=SWAG!) #RunChat 

 

Check out some pics from 2015 and JOIN the Chocolate Madness in 2016!

2015 Kaiser Permanente BOLT TO THE Q! 🏃🏾💨

#Bolt2Q! Thank you Jamie Monroe and Easy Day Sports, Kaiser Permanente and the Chargers⚡️ for the opportunity to warm up the incredible crowd of #runners today! ...and though it was a little warm we made it through the #5k, #10k & #KidsFunRun! #SiriusFitness

Hey ‪San Diego‬ ‪Runners‬ (and ‪#Walkers‬)...Who Needs Running‬ Codes? Sirius Fitness has ‘em!

Hey ‪#‎SanDiego‬ ‪#‎Runners‬ (and ‪#‎Walkers‬)...Who Got the ‪#‎Running‬Codes…I got ‘em! 

>The INAUGURAL San Diego ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk…(9/12/15)
CROWN POINT PARK Register~> www.zeroprostatecancerrun.org/sandiego (Use CODE: RUNCLUB to save $3)

>MCRD Boot Camp Challenge **STILL $25 for us!! HURRY!!** (9/26/15) REGISTER
http://www.bootcampchallenge.com/ ~> (Use CODE SIRIUSFITNESSMCRD" THEN... you can sign up as a team, or individual!)

>The INAUGURAL HIP HOP 5k (10/3/15) $10! 1st 100 folks! Join ‪#‎SiriusFitness‬ Join our Team & register ~> www.sdhiphop5k.com (use CODE~> SIRIUSFITNESS)

>AWESOME 80’s Run (10/10/15) Hey #SanDiego Join Team SIRIUS RUNNERS! Register~>
5k OR10k http://awesome80srun.com (Use CODE: SIRIUS for 10% off) 

>HOT CHOCOLATE 15K (3/20/16) Don't miss out on the 2016 ‪#‎HotChocolate15k‬ ... Register~>
www.Hotchocolate15k.com (USE CODE: SDBUFF1 for a free Exclusive Bandana!)

>HOT CHOCOLATE 15K (3/20/16) Don't miss out on the 2016 ‪#‎HotChocolate15k‬ ... Register~> www.Hotchocolate15k.com (USE CODE: SDBUFF1 for a free Exclusive Bandana!)

Join me in my efforts as I "Run for Dad" to support ZERO - The End of Prostate Cancer!

Don't forget to assist me in the eradication of ‪#‎ProstateCancer‬!‪#‎CancerSucks‬! http://bit.ly/16I3eAi

2015 San Diego Hot Chocolate 15k/5k

The San Diego Hot Chocolate 15k was INCREDIBLE!!! 16, 000 Runners, the "coolest" Finisher's Medal and a TON OF CHOCOLATE...lol! As one of the Ambassadors for the San Diego Hot Chocolate as well as the "official" Warm-up crew I would like to thank RAM Racing for continuing to bring this incredible race to San Diego. I wish we could do it two times a year! If you didn't join us this year MAKE SURE YOU RUN WITH US IN 2016!! (Wait for my SPECIAL CODE to enter!) check out our Album on Facebook!

Are YOU ready to make a CHANGE?

     Join me, Nasara Gargonnu, on my quest to get San Diego (and the World) moving in a "Healthy Direction!" I am a Father, Husband, Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor and Physical Education Teacher and I figured out that my PURPOSE is to spread the knowledge of Health, Fitness and OVERALL Wellness to everyone willing to listen (and even those who don't...lol!) I lost my father at the YOUNG age of 55 and I believe that many of us can prevent premature death and illnesses by "Eating Clean" (Cutting the preservatives, sugars and processed foods down to a minimum, eating REAL foods....Veggies, Fruits, Lean meats, etc...) a little exercise and Positive Thinking! It's an easy concept, but if we haven't been doing it in 20-30+ years or we have not been introduced to this lifestyle, it may be difficult.

     In the upcoming days and weeks I will be posting about my Health and Wellness in abundance because I feel it is a LIFE OR DEATH priority! Please keep your eyes open and follow me THIS blog, on my Facebook "Coach" page and even my personal page!

"I'm ready to make a CHANGE for the better because I have to LIVE for my family...what about YOU?"

7 Sirius Fitness Tips for Running the Costume Party Run Half Marathon (This Sunday)

7 Sirius Fitness Tips for Running the Costume Party Run Half Marathon (This Sunday)

1-  Eat the Big meal at lunch rather than dinner...I learned this the hard way when I ate Heavy the night (7pm) before a race and "FELT IT" the next morning...not fun! You don't have to Carb Load, just eat a balanced "clean" meal...PIG OUT AFTER THE RACE! lol!

2- Get there early...I try to get there at least an hour before the start of the race. It's not cool to get there in rush mode just to have to get running within 10 minutes with no warming up, mental preparation or time for that "last minute" potty break.

3- Hydrate...Hydrate...Hydrate! Don't wait for the day of the race to start....drink more than your average a couple days prior to the race and (if you want) carry water in a hydration belt and if you don't like those (which I don't) make sure you drink water a EVERY water stop.

4- Pre-Race Fueling... Personally I drink a Verve (Healthy Energy Drink) prior to the race and/ or a 1/4 of a banana or some Gatorade "like" drink.

5- "In-race" fueling... Try an Island Boost "shot"...less sticky and chalky than "goo" and it is assists with a quick burst of energy from a "tasty" mixture of glucose, coconut water and Healthy "stuff"! I take mine at mile 7, 9 and 11 (if needed)

6- "Keep your eye on the prize" and...Remember your "WHY"...Why are you doing this? Think of the accomplishment...Goal...all the training...the cause...THE BLING! lol!

7- Afterwards we EAT for our ACCOMPLISHMENTS! (at 1pm~ Wear your Medal)  Sushi Deli 1 ~ 228 W. Washington St., San Diego CA 92103

Running in San Diego in July w/ Sirius Fitness!

Getting geared up for a #Funning #Running July w/#SiriusFitness!



July 7th... Costume Party Run (Half Marathon)https://register.superheroevents.com/CostumePartyRun//SiriusRunners

July 14th... San Diego Blood Bank 5K Walk/Run w/ Sirius Fitness~> http://tinyurl.com/cldn89p

July 21st... Kaiser Permanente Bolt to the Qhttp://chargers5k.com/ ~>Go to 5K Team Registration
then~>Join an Existing Team ~> "SIRIUS RUNNERS"

July 28th... Joggin' for Frogmen 5khttp://jogginforfrogmen.com/

National Running Day: "Sirius Fitness Running Happy Hour!"

Wednesday, June 5, 2013
 5:30pm until 7:00pm Rohr Park
4548 Sweetwater Rd Bonita, CA 91902

 We "Sirius Runners" will commit to at least a mile...if we choose we can go further, but this simple is a relaxing run/jog/power walk to commemorate National Running day! All Levels are welcome! Bring a FRIEND!  

 What is National Running Day?? National Running Day, held annually on the first Wednesday in June, is a day when runners everywhere declare their passion for running. Wherever we are and whomever we’re with, we run—fast or slow, alone or with others, all over town or just around the block. It is a coast-to-coast celebration of a sport and activity that’s simple, inexpensive, and fun. It’s the perfect way for longtime runners to reaffirm their love of running and for beginners to kick off a lifetime and life-changing commitment.

Around the (fitness) World in 80 days: Challenge and Transformation!

We ALL slack sometimes and need a "kickstart" to get back in gear, so that is the "perfect" time to "challenge, transform" yourself and take it #UpaNotch...Let's hit this plan for 80 days! April 15th- July 3rd (12 calendar weeks)

Each Week (each day)...IN ADDITION TO YOUR REGULAR WORKOUT... we will tackle a new exercise and continue with that exercise all week!

Week 1- 1 minute of Burpees
Week 2- 2 minutes of Squats
Week 3- 3 minutes of Pushups
Week 4- 4 minutes of Lunges (2 minutes in each Leg)
**WEEK 5- DO IT ALL EACH DAY!**

Week 6- 1 minute of Dips (chair or machine)
Week 7- 2 minutes of Mountain Climbers
Week 8- 3 minutes of Wall Sits
Week 9- 4 minutes Planking
**WEEK 10- DO IT ALL EACH DAY!**

Week 11- Burpees, Squats, Pushups, Planking (1-2 minutes each)

*WEEK 12- (July 1-3) 1-minute of each (2 if you want an extra challenge)

NUTRITION is the KEY to your TRANSFORMATION!! Take a look at the Bod-e program (join our 12 week "Transformation!) ~> http://www.SiriusFitness.Vemma.Com (Contact me for more info or "samples")

**...and FINALLY...Then don't forget to sign up for the Costume Party Run (5k OR Half Marathon!)  for July 7th REGISTER~>

https://register.superheroevents.com/CostumePartyRun//SiriusRunners

Medals 4 Mettle San Diego!

On November 24th a small group of Hollywood Halfers got together to run 13.1 miles to donate our medals to Medals 4 Mettle San Diego; an organization that collects earned finishers medals and re-gifts them to patients fighting life-threatening illnesses.

Source: Uploaded by user via Nasara on Pinterest

#13in2013: (13 Half Marathons in 2013)

SO...2012 was a good year when it came to running Half Marathons! I completed 10 and I'm looking for more in 2013! How many? Thirteen to be exact! 13 in 2013 is my mantra for this "run" year! Now...I do enjoy running these Half Marathons for my own personal gratification and health, but I also have two other important reasons why I run. Number one...THE CAUSES. Running for prostate cancer, crohn's disease, breast cancer, autism, etc is one of the main reasons I run. Number two...INSPIRING OTHERS. I know for a fact that consistently running and staying active myself allowed others to see that, not only do I practice what I preach, but if I can do it, THEY can do it too! I also want to SHOUT OUT and acknowledge all those organizations who supported me and sponsored some of my runs: Stepping Higher, Inc.,  Phi Beta Sigmas, Nubia Leadership Academy, Friends of Nubia and  Zero: The End of Prostate Cancer!

PS: always looking for donors and/or Sponsors to assist me on my Quest! I'll Shout you out to The Facebook/Twitter/Pinterest/Foursquare and Social Media World (10000+ Folks!)

Now here are some suggested Half Marathons and some additional runs (for those who want to join me on my quest of 13 runs!) JANUARY-JUNE 2013

January

01/06/2013 Sunday 7:00 am

San Diego Resolution Run 5K & 15K

Sandy Feet Events info@sandyfeetevents.com

De Anza Cove in Mission Bay Park, San Diego, CA

Supporting: San Diego Roots Sustainable Food Project sandyfeetevents.com

01/26/2013 Saturday 8:25 am

Stephen Strasburg 5K Walk & Fun Run with Tony Gwynn (Run/8:25am, Walk/8:30am)

Integrated Sports Marketing 858/836-0133

Tony Gwynn Stadium, San Diego State University. Join Stephen Strasburg & Tony Gwynn in a 5K walk & fun run through the beautiful campus at SDSU.

Benefits Aztec Baseball program. Live music, autograph booth, kids’ fun zone, T-shirt, autographed Stephen Strasburg card & autographed Tony Gwynn card for the first 1,000 participants, two tickets to a 2013 Aztecs baseball game. www.Strasburg5k.com

01/27/2013 Sunday 7:00 am

Wild Horse Trail Half Marathon

Dirt Devil Racing

Otay Lake County Park – Boat Launch, 2234 Wueste Road in Chula Vista, CA 91915

Course will take you along incredible single & double track trails around upper & lower Otay Lakes, near the Olympic Trainng Center in Chula Vista. www.dirtdevilracing.com

February

02/02/2013 Saturday 7:30 am

32nd Annual Super Run 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk

Kathy Loper Events 619/298-7400 kathy@kathyloperevents.com

South Shores Park, San Diego

Fast 10K, flat 5K courses to benefit Water for Children Africa. www.kathyloperevents.com

02/10/2013 Sunday 8:00 am

44th Annual San Dieguito Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk

Kathy Loper Events 619/298-7400 kathy@kathyloperevents.com

Start/Finish: San Dieguito County Park, Rancho Santa Fe, CA

"This is one of the most beautiful & scenic courses you will ever run." Benefits: San Diego County Parks Society. kathyloperevents.com

02/17/2013 Sunday 8:00 am

2013 Coronado Valentine's Day 10K and 1 Mile Fun Run

Ben Vaughan ben@coronado10k.com

Tidelands Park - Coronado, CA

A flat and fast USATF certified course through Coronado. $2,500 Prize Purse, Awesome Finishers Medal, Tech shirts, and more SWAG, Post Race Party. Register early, race will sell out. "Come For The Run, Stay For The Fun" www.coronado10k.com

02/24/2013 Sunday 8:00 am

Max and Jake's Big Race 5K and 1 Mile Trail Run, 6th Annual

maxandjakesbigrace.org info@maxandjakesbigrace.org

Morley Field Trails. Starts between Velodrome and City College Baseball Field.

This is a family-friendly fun run that benefits Rady Children's Hospital. $15-35 w/t-shirt depending on age, event & date of reg. Visit website for details. maxandjakesbigrace.org

02/24/2013 Sunday am

Lady Speed Stick Women’s Half Marathon & 5K San Diego

Competitor Group womenshalfmarathon.com

San Diego, CA

Grab your girlfriends for an inspirational weekend featuring: One of a Kind Finisher’s Medal w/charm, Personalized bibs, Designer Goodie Bag & much more! womenshalfmarathon.com

March

03/02/2013 Saturday 7:30 am

3rd Annual Finish Chelsea's Run 5K Run/Walk and Family Festival

760/692-2900 info@inmotionevents.com

West Side of Balboa Park, 6th Avenue and Quince, San Diego, CA

Hosted by Chelsea's Light Foundation, founded by Chelsea King's family to better protect CA's 9.3 million children through Chelsea's Law & raise funds providing scholarships to SD County college bound teens. www.chelseaslight.org/

03/10/2013 Sunday 7:30am - 8:15am

The San Diego Half Marathon at PETCO Park

San Diego Half Marathon 2277 Rosecrans Street San Diego, CA 92106 info@sdhalfmarathon.com

Starts next to PETCO Park, with a stadium finish inside PETCO Park, San Diego.

Sport, Health & Fitness Expo (at PETCO Park) Race packet pick up on Sat 3/9/13 9am-4pm. sdhalfmarathon.com

03/16/2013 Saturday 7:30 am

33rd Annual Domino's St. Patrick's Day 10K Run, 4 & 2 Mile Fun Run

Kathy Loper Events 619/298-7400 kathy@kathyloperevents.com

Mission Bay Park, San Diego, CA

Fun, fast & festive with food/drinks, awards & drawings. Proceeds benefit Rady Children's Hospital. kathyloperevents.com

03/24/2013 Sunday 6:30am, 7:30am

Hot Chocolate 15K/5K

RAM Racing Sandiego@hotchocolate15k.com

Petco Park, downtown San Diego

World's fastest growing race, sponsored by Ghirardelli & featuring an all-chocolate post race party! Fondue, hot chocolate & squares! www.hotchocolate15k.com/sandiego

April

04/06/2013 Saturday 7:50 am

24th Annual Junior Carlsbad - A running event just for kids 12 & under. Distances vary per age group from 1 Mi, 1/2 Mi, 1/4 Mi, Toddler Trot & Diaper Dash.

Competitor Group 858/450-6510 carlsbad5000@competitorgroup.com

Downtown Carlsbad, CA at Carlsbad Village Drive & Roosevelt.

11 Races for Every Age Group & Fitness Level Receive a Free Gift if you register in the First 500. Runners receive Finisher's Medal & T-Shirt. Awesome Awards for top 3 girl/boy finishers (ages 5-12) www.juniorcarlsbad.com

04/06/2013 Saturday 6:00 am

Hollywood Half Marathon & 5K / 10K

619/800-4376 run@hollywoodhalfmarathon.com

Start/Finish 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA

Run down the World Famous Hollywood Blvd with spectators cheering you on. Start & Finish near Universal Studios. 2-day Expo 4/4 & 4/5. hollywoodhalfmarathon.com

04/07/2013 Sunday 7:05 am

28th Annual Carlsbad 5000 (the world's fastest 5K with 9 separate races grouped by age & gender with team & group competitions).

Competitor Group 858/450-6510 carlsbad5000@competitorgroup.com

Jefferson St. & Grand Ave., Carlsbad, CA

16 World Records, Beer garden & refreshments, Fast & fun course with Weekend Health & Fitness Expo. Awards/merchandise 3 deep in all age divisions; Medals to top 250 finishers in each individual run www.carlsbad5000.com

04/13/2013 Saturday 7:00 pm

The Neon Run (A 5K wild & crazy glowing experience that is more about having fun & making memories, and simply blowing your mind, so come as you are!)

www.theneonrun.com info@theneonrun.com

Qualcomm Stadium San Diego, CA

This event is less about speed & more about enjoying a night of illuminating lights & neon glow body paint under UV black lights w/your friends & family. Join people of all different speeds, ages, shapes, & sizes toeing the start line. www.theneonrun.com

04/28/2013 Sunday 7:30 am

32nd Annual La Jolla Half Marathon, La Jolla Shores 5K, and the Windansea Five Mile Srtide

lajollahalfmarathon.com

Del Mar to La Jolla for Half Marathon - La Jolla start & finish for 5K & 5 Mi.

All courses very scenic featuring post event celebration with refreshments, beer garden, awards & more! Shuttles available for 1/2 marathoners. lajollahalfmarathon.com

May

05/05/2013 Sunday 7:00 am

Safari Park Half Marathon

Christina Carreño San Diego Zoo 619/685-3212 ccarreno@sandiegozoo.org

Scenic run by vineyards, golf courses & farmland in beautiful San Pasqual Valley, & incredible views inside the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. San Diego, CA.

Your registration includes free admission to the Safari Park on race day, free shuttle service & post race breakfast for just $15. Website: www.safariparkhalf.com

05/11/2013 Saturday 8:00 am

2013 Ridiculous Obstacle Challenge (ROC) Race 5K at Del Mar Fairgrounds

Vavi Sport and Social San Diego info@rocrace.com

Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA 92014

Challenges of a military obstacle course combined with game competitive show themes, this event can only be described as ridiculous! www.rocrace.com

05/19/2013 Sunday 8:00 am

Navy's 27th Bay Bridge Run/Walk, 4-mile, from downtown San Diego over the majestic Coronado Bay Bridge, into Tidelands Park.

www.navylifesw.com

Start line San Diego Bayfront Hilton, One Park Blvd. finish line Tidelands Park Coronado

Proceeds benefits Navy Quality of Life Programs for sailors and their families! Live music by Navy Band Southwest expo, prizes, free transportation back downtown. www.navylifesw.com

June

06/02/2013 Sunday 6:15 am

Rock 'n' Roll San Diego Marathon & 1/2 Marathon to Benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Competitor Group 800/311-1255 rnrsd@competitorgroup.com

Start: Balboa Park- San Diego, CA (Finish): SeaWorld parking lot- San Diego, CA

The marathon & half marathon courses are as flat & festive as they come,perfect for runners & walkers of all ability levels. Live bands, cheerleaders & themed water stations at every mile. runrocknroll.competitor.com/san-diego

6/30/2013 Sunday 8:05 am

16th Annual Rotary Club of Coronado Low Tide Ride and Stride 8.2 mile bike ride/run/walk at low tide on the beach.

The Rotary Club of Coronado 619/435-8334 info@lowtiderideandstride.org

Start: YMCA Camp Surf at Seacoast Dr. and Carnation Ave., Imperial Beach. Finish: Sunset Park at the intersection of Ocean Blvd. and Ocean Dr. in Coronado.

Enjoy a ride, run or walk along a stretch of beach, on hard packed sand at low tide. Benefits Naval Medical Center San Diego's Comprehensive Combat & Complex Casualty Care Rehabilitation Facility & Wounded Warrior Battalion. www.coronadorotary.org

Thank you raceplace.com for the schedule. Check them out for an expanded schedule of races for Southern and Northern California!