Gratitude for the Gift of Movement

Thanksgiving is this week, a time when people give thanks for many things - a home, food to eat, a job, their family and friends.  For me, and probably for Kayla Montgomery, the thing I am the most grateful for is the ability to move, and especially to run.  Most people probably don’t even think … Continue reading Gratitude for the Gift of Movement

Embrace the Weather

Okay, I have to admit it. I am a fair weather runner.  If I had my choice, I would only run outside on partly cloudy days with temperatures in the low 60s.  The reality is I have to train in all kinds of weather. Today was a good example of that.  It was in the … Continue reading Embrace the Weather

We Are Marathoners!

I tuned in the television to watch the New York Marathon last week and saw this ASICS commercial.  I love this commercial.  It captures the essence of marathoners.   Since I have been sitting on the sidelines, missing out on my fall races, this commercial helped me feel a bit of the marathon excitement. Yes, … Continue reading We Are Marathoners!

I Love Meb!

I read today that Meb Keflezighi has been nominated for Sports Illustrated’s Sportsman of the Year for 2014.  If I had a vote, I would be stuffing the ballot box for Meb.  I love Meb.  I am not ashamed to say it.  I say it loud and proud.  I LOVE Meb! The Sportsman of the … Continue reading I Love Meb!