I came in first! I won! I can’t believe it! I didn’t even train and this is my first 5k ever! I guess I’m just naturally great… oh. BTW,...
Forgot about a race you signed up for months ago? Training didn’t go well? Fortunately a lot of races let you drop down to a shorter distance on race day....
Will the legendary Barkley 100 mile Marathon have ANY finishers this year? Not if Gary Cantrell (AKA Lazarus or simply ‘Laz’) has anything to do wit...
I beseech you, protector of orbiting goodness, bless me with a strong signal that I might record my speedy journey on this challenging day. Amen! BTW, please su...
There are some competitions that just aren’t worth entering.
Fall can be a strange time for outdoor pursuits. In one week it can go from mild to baking to arctic, with a flash flood thrown in the midst. Basically, it̵...
Some runners think that gels, bars, powders and sports drinks have some magical ingredient that replaces solid training. They are so funny (as long as they pick...
Risking your life for running is crazy. However, if I get a finisher medal and a swag bag – or better yet, a buckle, I might consider it. Go add some excitement...
Long distance runners usually need to dig deep to accomplish their goals. It doesn’t matter if your “reach” distance is a half-marathon, marat...
Getting old is a special challenge for us runners. We get passed – A LOT. We have to concentrate on distance and not pace or we just get depressed. But, with al...