For years I have heard other runners talk about how wonderful the Flying Pig Marathon is. Runners get very nice gear with their entry and the race is considered to be one of the best in the country. I decided that it was time I ran this race and experienced it for myself so off … Continue reading When Pigs Fly!
Running for fun
And They’re Off!
Saturday was the 141st running of the Kentucky Derby. There were a few favorites in the race but it ended up being a race between 3 horses - two horses from the same trainer, American Pharaoh and Dortmund, and one with a seasoned jockey, Gary Stevens. I have admired Gary since his role in “Seabiscuit” … Continue reading And They’re Off!
Running in the Land of Oz
A week late but here is my post-race report from my trip to Olathe, Kansas for the Garmin Wickedly Fast Half Marathon. I had heard about the race from Team Wil-Sun. A race in Kansas called “Wickedly Fast” and with a Wizard of Oz theme just sounds like fun. I got to Olathe a couple … Continue reading Running in the Land of Oz
50 States or Bust
A couple years ago I decided to run a marathon or half marathon in every state. I was inspired by a couple I met on the Great Alaskan Running Cruise. They have a blog - Team Wil-Sun - about their running adventures. They ran 40 half marathons the year Will turned 40. This year their … Continue reading 50 States or Bust
Podium Finishes
Last week was not the best one for me. One of our dogs got ill and a visit to the vet revealed he had a very nasty form of cancer, hemangiosarcoma. I spent the week taking him to vet appointments and keeping a close eye on him at home, never leaving him alone. I didn’t … Continue reading Podium Finishes
New York, New York!
This past weekend was the essence of what Adventures of a Funatical Runner is all about - combining races with trips to interesting places I might not otherwise visit, seeing the sights and enjoying new experiences. I traveled to New York City to run the New York City Half Marathon. My husband came with me, … Continue reading New York, New York!
Best Post-Race Party Ever
Running a race is fun but the post-race party is a big part of the race experience too. Many races I have done have post-race parties with music and lots of beer. The Rock ’n' Roll Marathon series is well known for having a concert after their races. It was a real treat to see … Continue reading Best Post-Race Party Ever
Back in the Race
I am back home from Japan and recovering from an exciting run at the Tokyo Marathon. I continue to reflect on the race and the whole experience. It is something that I will remember forever. I could write on and on about the race but this is a blog post, not a book. Instead I … Continue reading Back in the Race
Countdown to Tokyo!
The countdown continues until race day in Tokyo and my return to marathon running. I am busy with preparations for the trip and finishing up my training. Last week I read the Tokyo Marathon Runner Handbook - a 20-page guide to anything and everything the runners and even spectators will need to know about the … Continue reading Countdown to Tokyo!
Active Vacations
This past weekend was the Super Bowl and it made me recall last year when I watched the big game on a cruise ship in the Caribbean. My husband and I were part of the Caribbean Running Cruise organized by John Bingham and Jenny Hadfield. The cruise was a great way to get … Continue reading Active Vacations
Adventures of a Funatical Runner 