Introduction You might think an article like this is not needed, but there are so many ways a marathon race can turn upside down. Just ask anyone that has run distance races. It’s not just what you do on race day that matters but the days, weeks, and months leading up to that race day as well. All of the things you do or don’t do matter
February 9th, 2020
My Experience Running Through Injuries – When Is It Okay and Not Okay to Run
Disclaimer: This article is not meant to be taken as medical advice or substitute the advice of a licensed medical professional. It is not intended to diagnose or treat any types of injuries. This article is based on my own personal experiences, and the reader may or may not have a similar experience. I am just telling my story. One of the most agonizing things when running regularly or training
July 30th, 2016
How to Survive Marathon Training
First off, I am someone that did not always like running. In fact, during baseball and soccer practices in high school, I always dreaded the “run some laps” part and was always happy when we didn’t have to. So to think I would become a dedicated runner (for about 5 years now) and eventually run two marathons would be crazy. Never say never is all I can tell you. Having
October 4th, 2014
Taper Time!
After the 21 mile run, I started tapering for Chicago. Overall, I have been feeling pretty good and running 4-7 miles a few times during the week. Last week I had a great 13 mile run on a country road on a cool morning. It was one of my best runs this year. The photo is of a homeless “foster neighboorhood dog” that sometimes accompanies me on my runs when