As I've said a few times this year, something changed in my head this past summer. It was time to put less focus on time and pace and more focus on the enjoyment of running. But when my alarm went off at 2:30am (yes, you read that right), my first thought wasn't one of enjoyment. … Continue reading Marine Corps Marathon 2025: Motivated, Not Frustrated
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Full Circle: Marine Corps Marathon 2025
Almost 20 years ago to the day, I ran my first marathon. The 2005 Marine Corps Marathon. It wasn't pretty. At all. It was my first race ever - of any distance. And many mistakes were made. Most notably, after struggling through the first half of the race, I took my first GU gel ever … Continue reading Full Circle: Marine Corps Marathon 2025
Running Streak, Take Two
Well, we've been here before. 365 days (and counting) of running every day. The first time I did it was in November 2018. And that time I kept going for another (almost) five years. This time feels different, but before I explain why, let's first look at how the last year has gone. Why I … Continue reading Running Streak, Take Two
Quick Changes
Not all runners prioritize pace or times or personal bests. Or anything like that. And that's fine. But I do. I can still have fun and enjoy an experience if I don't get the time I was training for, but having felt the highs of enjoying a race AND finishing in a time that I … Continue reading Quick Changes
2024: What Running Taught Me
Where to begin? Well, I guess right at the beginning makes the most sense. After finishing 2023 by ending my streak and beginning to get back to 100% after my kidney stone, I had my eyes set on a half marathon that I had looked at for several years - the Rock 'n' Roll Las … Continue reading 2024: What Running Taught Me
2024 So Far
It's been a while, hasn't it? The last time you heard from me (on here, at least), I was still reeling from the abrupt end to my running streak. And, as I was still working my way back to 100%, I really had no idea what I wanted to do next or what my goals … Continue reading 2024 So Far
Another Race, Another Test
This weekend, I will be headed to Amish Country in Pennsylvania to run in the Garden Spot Village Half Marathon. After racing in the Bird-in-Hand Half Marathon last September in the same area, Garden Spot Village seems like it will be a similar race with a nice route along country roads. Since the race comes … Continue reading Another Race, Another Test
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