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
No Race to the Stones
I just wanted to give a quick update since I haven't posted in several weeks. My last post was through Weeks 7-9 of training for a 100km trail race - Race to the Stones - this summer in England. What I didn't mention in that post was something that happened after my long run the … Continue reading No Race to the Stones
When the Tough Gets Going: Race To The Stones – Weeks 7-9
The middle weeks of a training plan can be the toughest weeks and not just from the physical side of things. Yes, the miles are ramping up and the long runs are getting longer. But sometimes the mental side of training through these weeks is even tougher to get through. The goal race that you … Continue reading When the Tough Gets Going: Race To The Stones – Weeks 7-9
Something Different: Race to the Stones – Weeks 1-3
As last year ended and this year began, I knew a couple of things. First, I wanted to continue to run every day. And, secondly, I wanted to keep running some of the same races that I have been doing the last few years. But I also had a feeling that I wanted to try … Continue reading Something Different: Race to the Stones – Weeks 1-3
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
Chicago Marathon Training: Weeks 13-15
As race day gets closer and closer, it gets harder and harder to not let it completely take over your mind. There are so many variables when training and getting ready for a race. Especially a marathon. Especially the Chicago Marathon. Am I training enough? Am I training the right way? Am I ready? What … Continue reading Chicago Marathon Training: Weeks 13-15
Chicago Marathon Training: Weeks 10-12
Knowing that the peak weeks of training are here, and there isn't much longer to go before the taper begins, and the training cycle ends, has me feeling good. But what arguably has me feeling even better - cooler temperatures! It's no secret that I (and many others) have struggled at times in the heat … Continue reading Chicago Marathon Training: Weeks 10-12
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