POLL # 46   POLL ENDING:  January 1, 2010 Do you run on Christmas Day?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Answers	Votes	#VALUE!
No	16	27.6%
Yes	29	50.0%
Sometimes	5	8.6%
Yes, but not this year.	7	12.1%
Yes, but I do not celebrate Christmas	1	1.7%
TOTAL	58

POLL # 45   POLL ENDING:  December 25, 2009 Do you wear the running shoes you run in, when you are not running?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
No	34	69.4%
Occasionally I wear them also to work or school.	7	14.3%
Yes, I wear them all the time.	8	16.3%
TOTAL	49

POLL # 44   POLL ENDING:  December 18, 2009 Do you wear the running shoes you run in, when you are not running?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Yes	8	20.5%
Yes, but not as much	14	35.9%
No	17	43.6%
TOTAL	39

POLL # 43   POLL ENDING:  December 11, 2009 At what age should a child begin to start training for running?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
under 4	3	5.6%
5	1	1.9%
6	5	9.3%
7	2	3.7%
8	4	7.4%
9	0	0.0%
10	12	22.2%
11	3	5.6%
no earlier than 12	24	44.4%
TOTAL	54

POLL # 42   POLL ENDING:  December 5, 2009 Now that the 100th Run for the Diamonds is over, what are your running plans?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Take some time off	5	6.6%
Build a base for next running season	20	26.3%
There is still more races!	14	18.4%
Get ready for a spring marathon	10	13.2%
Just run!	27	35.5%
TOTAL	76

POLL # 41   POLL ENDING:  November 27, 2009 This years running of the "Run for the Diamonds" will be its 100th, how many have you run?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
zero	33	36.7%
one	13	14.4%
2 to 5	24	26.7%
6 to 10	7	7.8%
11 to 20 or so	6	6.7%
probably more than 20	7	7.8%
TOTAL	90

POLL # 40   POLL ENDING:  November 20, 2009 Winter is coming! Where do you "mainly" run during the winter months?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Outdoors	40	76.9%
Indoor track	1	1.9%
Treadmill	8	15.4%
Will use bike, eliptical or other machine	2	3.8%
Will not run	1	1.9%
TOTAL	52

POLL # 39   POLL ENDING:  November 13, 2009 This Poll was from the NOV 09 issue of Runners World- "What stresses you out?"
ANSWER	VOTES	%
A nagging injury.	17	38.6%
Fitting in my work-outs	11	25.0%
Trying to shed those last few stubborn pounds	7	15.9%
An impending race	8	18.2%
Money spent on gear	1	2.3%
TOTAL	44

POLL # 38   POLL ENDING:  November 6, 2009 Have you or would you ever dress in costume for a race?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Never have, never will.	27	33.3%
Never have, but probably will.	13	16.0%
Yes, Halloween time.	30	37.0%
Yes, New Years time	2	2.5%
Yes, any chance I get.	8	9.9%
Yes and I have ran the Red Dress run	1	1.2%
Only the Red Dress run.	0	0.0%
TOTAL	81

POLL # 37   POLL ENDING:  October 30, 2009 How do you usually feel on the starting line?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Anxious	35	52.2%
Excited	5	7.5%
Focused	21	31.3%
Nauseous	1	1.5%
Proud	4	6.0%
Have not ran a race yet.	1	1.5%
TOTAL	67

POLL # 36   POLL ENDING:  October 24, 2009 Which to you is more the "Race to race"
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Berwick "Run for Diamonds"	57	64.8%
Scranton "Steamtown Marathon"	31	35.2%
TOTAL	88

POLL # 35   POLL ENDING:  October 9, 2009 What is your favorite running season?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Winter	1	1.4%
Spring	10	13.7%
Summer	17	23.3%
Fall	22	30.1%
Fall/Spring	14	19.2%
Winter/Summer	0	0.0%
Any except winter	5	6.8%
All	4	5.5%
TOTAL	73

POLL # 34   POLL ENDING:  October 2, 2009 If you were to recycle your running shoes would they be-
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Only fit for reuse of materials. (My shoes are dead)	35	79.5%
Fit for another runner in need.	9	20.5%
TOTAL	44

POLL # 33   POLL ENDING:  September 25, 2009 Time to get the gloves out (running gloves)
ANSWER	VOTES	%
I am using them already	3	4.0%
Usually in September	0	0.0%
Usually in October	17	22.7%
Usually in November	16	21.3%
Usually in December	24	32.0%
I don't know, I am new to running	0	0.0%
I don't ever use gloves, I do run when its cold	7	9.3%
If its that cold, forget it!	2	2.7%
Impress another person.	6	8.0%
TOTAL	75

POLL # 32    POLL ENDING:   September 18, 2009 How did you start running?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Was not planning on running, just gave it a try.	20	19.0%
Went out for track or Cross country.	39	37.1%
Conditioning for an other sport.	12	11.4%
Military or police training	4	3.8%
Doctors orders or suggestion	2	1.9%
Was in a hurry or for mode of transportation.	0	0.0%
Ran with a friend.	7	6.7%
Planned to get in shape. Nothing else seemed to work.	15	14.3%
Impress another person.	6	5.7%
TOTAL VOTES	105

POLL # 31   POLL ENDING:  September 11, 2009 How long have you been Running?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
This year is my first.	3	3.0%
I started last year.	8	8.1%
This is my third year.	10	10.1%
5 years or under.	12	12.1%
More than 5, less than 10	27	27.3%
More than 10, less than 15	9	9.1%
More than 15, less than 20	5	5.1%
More than 20, less than 25	3	3.0%
More than 25, less than 50	22	22.2%
More than 50 years.	0	0.0%
TOTAL	99

POLL # 30   POLL ENDING:  September 4, 2009 Your drive in your car to go on a run or a race, what do you do with your keys?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Hide them in my secret spot near the car.	25	34.2%
I carry spare in my pocket.	15	20.5%
I carry my keys on my wrist.	6	8.2%
I tie a key to my shoes.	9	12.3%
I put a key in my shoe.	2	2.7%
I leave them in the car.	9	12.3%
I have keyless entry.	7	9.6%
TOTAL	73

POLL # 28   POLL ENDING:  August 21, 2009 How many days a week and how many miles a week do you run?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Only on weekends	3	4.2%
4 days a week or under, under 20 miles	7	9.7%
4 days a week or under, over 20 miles	14	19.4%
5~6 days a week, under 20 miles	3	4.2%
5~6 days a week, 20 to 30 miles	14	19.4%
5~6 days a week, over 30 miles	18	25.0%
usually 7 days a week, under 30 miles	0	0.0%
usually 7 days a week, 30 to 50 miles	1	1.4%
usually 7 days a week, over 50 miles	12	16.7%
TOTAL	72

POLL # 27   POLL ENDING:  August 15, 2009 Do you subscibe or purchase Runners World at a newstand?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
No, never have,	9	15.0%
No, but did at one time.	17	28.3%
No, but if you give me a copy I will read it.	4	6.7%
Yes	16	26.7%
Yes and I have quite a collection of back issues!	14	23.3%
TOTAL	60

POLL # 26   POLL ENDING:  August 7, 2009 Have you ever been stung by a bee during one of you runs?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
YES	33	34.4%
NO	63	65.6%
TOTAL	96

POLL # 25   POLL ENDING:  July 24, 2009 Have you had the new PowerAde Zero ?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
No, I have not looked	33	52.4%
No, but I wont, I rather Gatorade or other drinks.	2	3.2%
No, but I could not find it.	0	0.0%
No, I do not consume these types of drinks.	10	15.9%
Yes, I was pleased	13	20.6%
Yes, I don't like it.	1	1.6%
Yes, its ok	4	6.3%
TOTAL	63

POLL # 24   POLL ENDING:  July 9, 2009 GIVING BACK- Have you every volunteered to work a race, sponsored or organized/directed an event.
ANSWER	VOTES	%
No	9	22.0%
I have worked an event	13	31.7%
I have sponsored an event	0	0.0%
I have organized an event or acted as director/co-director	8	19.5%
I have worked and sponsored an event	1	2.4%
I have worked sponsored and have directed/co-directed	2	4.9%
I have worked, sponsored & directed/codirected an event.	8	19.5%
TOTAL	41

POLL # 23   POLL ENDING:  July 3, 2009 This poll question appeared at RunnersWeb- Speedos® are for:
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Running races, triathlons and open water swims	8	17.0%
Swim meets only	12	25.5%
Biking	2	4.3%
Europeans	14	29.8%
Mowing the lawn!	11	23.4%
TOTAL	47

POLL # 22   POLL ENDING:  June 19, 2009 You must choose just one running partner for the rest of your life. Human or dog?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
I'd choose a human running partner.	49	77.8%
I'd opt for the pooch.	14	22.2%
TOTAL	63

POLL # 21   POLL ENDING:  June 11, 2009 Where do you do your speedwork?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Track	21	50.0%
Road	12	28.6%
Treadmill	2	4.8%
Parking lot	0	0.0%
Field	2	4.8%
I don't do speedwork	5	11.9%
None of the above	0	0.0%
TOTAL	42

POLL # 20   POLL ENDING:  June 4, 2009 Running/walking wise, What do you most want to improve the most?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
My endurance	8	7.9%
My race times	44	43.6%
My diet	6	5.9%
My attitude	3	3.0%
My overall health	14	13.9%
The world in general	3	3.0%
Some or all of the above	23	22.8%
None of the above	0	0.0%
Other	0	0.0%
TOTAL	101

POLL # 19   POLL ENDING:  May 28, 2009 Where do you get most of your TRAINING Running/Walking information?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
The Internet	8	12.9%
Books	5	8.1%
Magazines	4	6.5%
From friends, family or other runners	3	4.8%
Personal Trainer or Coach	1	1.6%
My own experience	14	22.6%
Some or all of the above	27	43.5%
None of the above	0	0.0%
Other	0	0.0%
TOTAL	62

POLL # 18   POLL ENDING:  May 22, 2009 Which are your favorite places to run?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Cross Country	26	28.0%
Indoor Track	0	0.0%
Outdoor Track	5	5.4%
Road	29	31.2%
Trail	32	34.4%
Treadmill	0	0.0%
Wii	1	1.1%
TOTAL	93

POLL # 17   POLL ENDING:  May 14, 2009 This poll question was at Runners World- What is your greatest strength?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Speed Endurance	7	13.0%
Hill running	5	9.3%
Determination	19	35.2%
Consistency	11	20.4%
Staying injury-free	12	22.2%
TOTAL	54

POLL # 16   POLL ENDING:  May 8, 2009 When going on a run do you carry anything just in case nature calls?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Yes, when I think I might have to stop	3	4.5%
Yes, most of the times	2	3.0%
Only on occassion	5	7.6%
Never have	31	47.0%
No, but I have used leaves, glove or underware.	20	30.3%
Good idea	5	7.6%
TOTAL	66

POLL # 15   POLL ENDING:  May 1, 2009 Do you have a lucky charm or ritual for races?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
YES	14	31.1%
NO	31	68.9%
TOTAL	45

POLL # 14   POLL ENDING:  April 24, 2009 What age were you when you ran (or plan on running) your first Marathon?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Qualified but never ran it	4	7.4%
Never qualified,	7	13.0%
Ran it once	7	13.0%
Ran it several times	5	9.3%
Run it every year	3	5.6%
Never ran it but was the race	1	1.9%
Plan on running it in the future	11	20.4%
No desire to run this event.	16	29.6%
TOTAL	54

POLL # 13   POLL ENDING:  April 17, 2009 What age were you when you ran (or plan on running) your first Marathon?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Under 18	2	2.9%
18 to 20	4	5.9%
21 to 25	12	17.6%
26 to 30	16	23.5%
31 to 40	18	26.5%
41 TO 50	9	13.2%
51 to 60	1	1.5%
61 to 70	0	0.0%
over 70	0	0.0%
never did, never will!	6	8.8%
TOTAL	68

POLL # 12   POLL ENDING:  April 10, 2009 Do you prefer to run races on Saturday or Sunday?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Saturday	53	67.9%
Sunday	13	16.7%
No preference	12	15.4%
TOTAL	78

POLL # 11   POLL ENDING:  April 2, 2009 This question was posted on the forumboard. What is your favorite brand of running shoes?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
ADIDAS	5	6.5%
ASICS	25	32.5%
BROOKS	6	7.8%
ETONICS - REBOOKS	0	0.0%
MIZUNO	6	7.8%
NEW BALANCE	13	16.9%
NIKE	6	7.8%
SAUCONY	16	20.8%
I RUN BAREFOOT	0	0.0%
other	0	0.0%
TOTAL	77

POLL # 10   POLL ENDING:  March 26, 2009 What is your primary timing device while running/walking?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Armitron	0	0.0%
Adidas/NB/Reebok	0	0.0%
Casio	1	1.7%
Garmin	17	29.3%
Nike	5	8.6%
Polar	1	1.7%
Suunto	0	0.0%
Timex	30	51.7%
Other	4	6.9%
TOTAL	58

POLL # 9   POLL ENDING:  March 19, 2009 When do you wear racing flats? (Running Times poll question)
ANSWER	VOTES	%
I don't	28	42.4%
Races only.	19	28.8%
Races and track workouts.	10	15.2%
Anything faster than an easy run	2	3.0%
I train in racing shoes, baby!	2	3.0%
I get injured just looking at them.	5	7.6%
TOTAL	66

POLL # 8   POLL ENDING:  March 13, 2009 Exercising other than Running. Do you do other exercise besides running such as at a gym or at home and if so why?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Work or family commitments.	16	25.0%
Eat too much junk	13	20.3%
Don't stretch	3	4.7%
Don't do speed work	7	10.9%
Don't rest enough	3	4.7%
Don't Cross-train	4	6.3%
Don't Hydrate enough	1	1.6%
Just happy to be the runner I am	17	26.6%
TOTAL	64

POLL # 7   POLL ENDING:  March 6, 2009 Exercising other than Running. Do you do other exercise besides running such as at a gym or at home and if so why?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
NO,	7	9.6%
YES, to improve my running	16	21.9%
YES, for toning or target areas running may not.	19	26.0%
YES, to be with others, (gym).	0	0.0%
YES for all or most of the reasons above.	20	27.4%
YES, For for other sports.	11	15.1%
TOTAL	73

POLL # 6   POLL ENDING:  February 26, 2009 Spring running season is near,the last time you laced up your sneakers, how old were they?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
No more than a week old	2	4.2%
more than a week, but less than a month	3	6.3%
1 to 2 months	7	14.6%
2 to 3 months	5	10.4%
3 to 4 months	3	6.3%
4 to 5 months	4	8.3%
5 to 6 months	9	18.8%
7 to 9 months	1	2.1%
9 months to a year	3	6.3%
more than a year! 11	11	22.9%
TOTAL	48

POLL # 5   POLL ENDING:  February 20, 2009 How many miles do you plan on running this year?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
YES	26	65.0%
NO	10	25.0%
ONLY MINE	4	10.0%
TOTAL	40

POLL # 4   POLL ENDING:  February 12, 2009 How many miles do you plan on running this year?
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Less than 500	6	6.9%
501 to 1000	19	21.8%
1001 to 1500	18	20.7%
1501 to 2000	16	18.4%
2001 to 2500	3	3.4%
2501 to 3000	4	4.6%
3001 to 4000	1	1.1%
over 4000	10	11.5%
Don't know, don't care!	10	11.5%
TOTAL	87

POLL # 3   POLL ENDING:  February 6, 2009 When will be your first race of 2009??
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Ran one already!	14	31.8%
Early month	3	6.8%
Late this month	8	18.2%
Next month	10	22.7%
April	4	9.1%
May	2	4.5%
During Track competition	1	2.3%
Later this year	2	4.5%
No races for me	0	0.0%
TOTAL	44

POLL # 2   POLL ENDING:  February 1, 2009 THE ANNUAL FIRST POLL QUESTION OF THE YEAR- WHO WILL WIN SUPER BOWL XLIII??
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Straight bet- Steelers	46	59.7%
Straight bet- Cardinals	8	10.4%
With line Steelers -7	5	6.5%
With line Cardinals +7	9	11.7%
DON'T CARE!	9	11.7%
TOTAL	77

POLL # 1   POLL ENDING:  January 23, 2009 When experiencing pain after running do you take:
ANSWER	VOTES	%
Aspirin	7	4.9%
Acetaminophen	8	5.6%
Ibuprofen	60	42.3%
Nothing. I white-knuckle it	67	47.2%
TOTAL	142