Warning: This week’s post is R rated. A few years ago I was in a running group. Our coach was an Australian woman who had completed multiple Ironman competitions. Nothing stopped her. My doctor wasn’t real keen on my running but more than anything I wanted to get back out on the trail and run. … Continue reading Excuses
Running in N’awlins
I recently crossed off another state in my quest to run an endurance race in each of the 50 States when I ran the Rock ’n’ Roll Half Marathon in New Orleans, Louisiana. I had visited New Orleans many years ago but didn’t really enjoy myself. I know many people who rave about how exciting … Continue reading Running in N’awlins
The Most Feared Person in a Marathon
In general, the atmosphere at a marathon or half marathon is lively and full of fun. At the start, there is music playing and runners giddy with excitement and anticipation. I remember crossing the start line in Birmingham a couple of weeks ago, dancing and running to “Uptown Funk”. It isn’t easy to dance and … Continue reading The Most Feared Person in a Marathon
Running in ‘Bama
One of the benefits of belonging to a running club like the 50 States Half Marathon Club is you get great feedback on races. Let’s face it, there are plenty of races out there to choose from. It is helpful when you can hear what other people thought of the races they have run. I … Continue reading Running in ‘Bama
What’s a Person To Do?
It is not surprising that people are confused about how best to keep themselves healthy. There is so much conflicting information out there these days. I recall an article a while back that had the alarming headline “Sitting down is KILLING you!” That headline would scare anyone who is chained to a desk all day. … Continue reading What’s a Person To Do?
Looking For Inspiration
I came back from Austin with an unwanted souvenir - a nasty cold that has kept me from training. While sidelined, I took time to watch the documentary “Inspired to Ride” about the inaugural TransAm Bike Race held in 2014. The race was organized by the same people who organized Tour Divide. The TransAm Bike Race covered … Continue reading Looking For Inspiration
I Was Stranded
Runners pick races to enter based on a variety of criteria - location, course elevation, entertainment along the course to name a few. I don’t think too many runners would select a race because they hand out office supplies in the goodie bag. I needed to run a half marathon in Texas during winter because … Continue reading I Was Stranded
Did They Make It?
Last January I wrote about people who set some impressive goals for 2015. These were people who planned to run every day or planned to bike over 75,000 miles during the year. I wanted to check back to see if they actually achieved their goals. First there was Robert Kraft, a 65-year-old songwriter from Miami. … Continue reading Did They Make It?
Don’t Count Me Out
I was looking at my racing statistics recently on athlinks.com and was amazed at what I have achieved. I have raced over 1,100 miles in nearly 100 races (5Ks and up to marathon distances) - all since I started running just 9 years ago, in November, 2006. I remember back then it seem inconceivable that … Continue reading Don’t Count Me Out
Last Isn’t Losing
On New Year’s Eve, I ran my last race in 2015. What better way to ring out a year of running than toeing the start line one last time? I opted for the 10K distance instead of the 5K because I am back in training for a marathon. The 10K race started about 10 minutes … Continue reading Last Isn’t Losing
Adventures of a Funatical Runner 