Smokey and the Bandit »
I’ve never qualified for Boston. I’m not sure I will ever qualify for Boston. Does that mean I can’t run Boston? Nope. I could bandit run it. If you’ve never heard this term, it refers to the person who runs in the race without registering. They don’t pay a fee, they don’t get a chip, [...]
The Story of My Calves »
It’s time to set the time machine back about 23 years. I had been fighting off a lower-body injury, which forced me to train almost exclusively on an exercise bike. No big deal to those of us accustomed to injuries, but extremely boring, and as I later found out, a contributor to a running injury. [...]
The 25 Best Running Product Innovations »
Running has come along way since 1000 B.C. Many running products that we use everyday have become quite commonplace and even taken for granted. This post is a “dedication” to the great running products that were invented and produced to make our sport that much more enjoyable. Please, in the comments, add to my list [...]
You Always Remember Your First »
Marathon season is upon us, and many runners are about to attempt 26.2 miles for the first time. In light of that auspicious moment, I’d like to share the last-minute words of advice I’ve been known to pass along to runner-friends as they embark on their first marathon quest. Support. Invite friends and family to [...]
Runner’s Tool Box: Suggested Training Pace Calculator »
How do we know how fast (or slow) our training runs should be to run goal speed for different race distances? This tool, based on the studies of famed running coach Jack Daniels, can help. Directions for use: Enter the number of miles or kilometers for your goal race. Select Kilometers or Miles. Enter the [...]
Photo of the Week: Run for the Cure »
Today’s photo is in honor of all those runners, families and survivors that yesterday took part in the CIBC Run for the Cure. All the Calgary city buses had big signs “Paint the City Pink”. The event was held in some 50 locations throughout Canada. Similar events are held throughout the year and around the [...]
Treadmill Etiquette »
It’s getting to be that time of the year. This is absolutely my favorite time for running outside! The air is crisp and clear; the sun is still shining into the evening after dinner; and trails in my area are blanketed with a soft layer of leaves. In a few short weeks, though, the scales [...]
This Week’s New Running Blog Family Members »
Stop on by and visit this week’s Running Blog Family additions! THEnotNATURAL Running and running…knees be damned wrote Rookierunner Panic Runner Marathon Philosophy LetsKrong.blog Endurance Junky Count down to first marathon Carbo Loader A Blog About Nothing Running Rants Running Stories
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