Marathons Going for the Gold?

Except for the traffic problems they cause, you would have to say that big city marathons generally receive positive coverage in the press. This shouldn’t be too surprising. Many newspapers and other media outlets sponsor marathons and there is little question that the races spur the local economy.
Sure, you get a few nay-sayers from time […]

Retail Therapy: Floral Toque

The best thing about winter is being able to wear cute hats and not look like a dork. Trap all that heat escaping from your head and look adorable at the same time. It’s the best of both worlds. This floral beanie will keep you warm as it wicks away the dampness.

Available at Title 9 […]

Your Running News Roundup

Do you prefer white meat or dark meat? The United States produces a lot of poultry, but we are a net exporter of drumsticks and thighs (dark meat), and a net importer of breasts and wings (white meat). Part of the reason for that is the fast food industry, with its chicken nuggets, […]

It’s Not Only Milk That Does a Body Good

When we picture physical benefits of exercise, it is easy to think of building muscle and losing fat, depending on our own personal motivations. These are easy to focus on because the progress can be visual. We watch the sinews become prominent, feel our calf muscles develop, and notice our hamstrings and quadriceps take shape. […]

There is Greatness in You

Through my blog, someone recently called me a “great runner”.
It was an odd thing to happen. On one hand, I was flattered by the kind gesture. But, the other side of me felt uncomfortable being called “great” because I just didn’t believe it. There are many, many great runners and I don’t consider myself a […]

Photo of the Week: Single File

Most large races start out with crowds of runners several wide and several deep. Cross country races however are a whole different thing and usually involve narrow trails where those racing often end up running single file.

Thanks go to Karen for sharing this photo with our CRN Flickr group. It was taken during a […]

November 25th Shoutout

Deliberation is the work of many men.
Action, of one alone.
– Charles de Gaulle
This week we have five new blogs for you to check out;
Gorthos
Stubborn Running
Why do I run? Because I can.
Runs With Slugs
Magsanddawn

Turkey Trot

Did you manage to get out and do a Turkey Trot on Thursday as a pre-emptive strike against gluttony? How about today as a post-prandial attempt at returning to normal? I found this video of a Southern California Turkey Trot that has great shots of all kinds of people out for a great […]

Runner’s Tan

The dog days of summer are long gone. It’s cold, dark and damp outside. Some of you may already be dealing with ice and snow. Fortunately, runners carry with them all year long the remnants of those bright, shiny rays of sunshine. I’m speaking, of course, of runner’s tan.
Yes, we run those endless miles […]

Abdominal Muscle Strain

1. What is it?
An abdominal muscle strain is an excessive stretching or tearing of one or more of the four abdominal muscles. These muscles are the rectus abdominus (the “six pack” muscle in the front of the abdomen), internal oblique, external oblique and transverses abdominus muscles.
2. What are the causes/predisposing factors of injury?
Causes of injury vary. […]

Photo of the Week: Ghost on the Run

Credit and thanks go to Kevin for this ghostly photo. It was taken during the Kevin’s Cup Trail Race. Be sure to head over and check out the rest of his Flickr photos.
We are always looking for interesting photos so if you’ve got a photo you would like featured, please leave a comment with the […]

Ryan Shay Inspires Thousands Across the Nation (and beyond) to Run in His Memory

The outpouring of emotion surrounding the tragic death of Ryan Shay reached its cathartic peak on Saturday as thousands of runners from across North America participated in what may be a first of its kind - the “virtual” 5.5 Mile Ryan Shay Memorial Run. Ever since the run was suggested, runners everywhere have chimed in […]

November 18th Shoutout

Vision without action is a daydream.
Action without vision is a nightmare.
– Japanese Proverb
Check out these new members of the Running Blog Family;
The Virtual Couch
Running like my life depends on it!
Journey to 13.1…One Advil at a Time
Just Start Running
Fitness for Mommies
I Run Like a Girl
42@42
Mark Runs Far
Run Ninja Run
UNT_Flyer Blog
Run Audrey Run
Ebearisrunning
Making A […]

A Day To Remember

Today is dedicated to Ryan Shay who died while running in the Olympic Trials in New York City. Ryan’s story is well known to most people who read this blog.
Less well known is the story of Dorothy Barnett-Griffin who died during the swim portion of the Ironman Florida race the next day. After […]

Roadkill

As I lay face-down in the gravel, bleeding, my mind searched frantically for the answer to the one question that was of immediate and critical importance to me:
What is the penalty for animal cruelty in Sacramento County?
I was eight miles into my one and only opportunity for a 20-miler. I needed it to determine whether […]

Retail Therapy: Brooks NightLife Podium 1/2 Zip

I’m a huge nighttime, or actually, early morning runner, so I’m always on the lookout for pieces to draw attention to my running self. And this bright yellow Podium Half Zip caught my eye.

Perfect for those chilly mornings and it is made from and breathable fabric, textured with a waffle mesh on the inside to […]

Your Running News Roundup

The fall road running season reached its climax last weekend with the Men’s Marathon Olympic Trials on Saturday, followed by the New York City Marathon the next day. As we neared the zenith, we were treated to unusually heavy running coverage in various media.
Gina Kolata profiled the Hansons-Brooks Distance Project, a terrific project to help […]

Product Review: iPod Smart Case from WaterField Designs

(Occasionally, manufacturers send CRN authors products to sample. Here’s a review of one such product, sent for review.)
At first sight, the iPod Smart Case with clip from San Francisco-based WaterField Designs is satisfying to my organized mind. It is discreet and sleek. The iPod slides smoothly into the case and stays put, gripped securely between […]

Running Ads

Inventor Spot takes a look at 10 interesting sports ads, of which Nike’s “You’re faster than you think” campaign in Canada is one. Running ad campaigns that go beyond the trite or the commercial are rare, but they do exist.
Brooks’ Run World Run campaign was a hit in 2004, featuring this video (music by Chris […]

Photo of the Week: Creek Crossing

Ever done a trail race? We have an XC race series here in Calgary consisting of 10 races. This week’s photo features the Confederation Relay XC Race. The course runs through an inner city park and involves two creek crossing. It’s always fun to see how runners of all ages and skill levels make the […]

November 11th Shoutout

In all human affairs there are efforts, and there are results, and the strength of the effort is the measure of the result.
James Lane Allen
Join us again this week in recognizing this new additons to the R.B.F.

Excuse #1 I’m Not Fit To Run
A Faster Marathon
Tenacity 2 Finish
Marin Trail Running, Road and Moutain Biking
Miles to Go
12South […]

Running is Good For Everyone

Last week we featured a documentary that was produced in conjunction with the Achilles Track Club, an organization dedicated to developing disabled athletes. This week’s video features their head coach, Todd Philpott and tells a bit more about what the organization does and how they do it.

So, Am I A Peak Performer?

Short answer: not yet.
It has been two months since I completed the peak performance program at Canyon Ranch in Tucson, in an effort to determine whether a middle-aged, middle-of-the-packer could benefit from the same kind of attention and advice lavished on elite runners. I have given all the recommendations a fair trial—well, except for the […]

Ryan Shay 5.5 Mile Memorial Run in Your Hometown: Saturday, November 17

Most folks out there who are reading this are already familiar with the untimely death of 28-year-old running phenom Ryan Shay at the 2008 Olympic Marathon Trials in New York City, on Saturday, November 3. Ryan collapsed at mile 5.5 and was pronounced dead at Lenox Hill Hospital shortly thereafter.
This news has […]

Shhhh! There’s a Baby in the House

Things you can do when you have a new baby in the house, and she stops you from running (babies have that power):

Buy a jogging stroller. It will take a few months until she’s big enough to go in it, but you can immediately start dreaming about your quality time together.

Rest. Remember, recovery is important.

Stretch. […]

And Now a Word From Our Sponsors

About a dozen years ago my daughters’ 4-H group decided to hold a children’s foot race as a fund-raiser. After all, one of the H’s in 4-H stands for health, and they had a readymade director in me, the lone runner among our club’s adult leaders.
Anyone that’s directed a race knows the difficult task […]

November 4th Shoutout

If there is one skill in life that we all need to learn it’s how to get back up, dust ourselves off, and get on with things.
A. C. Ping
Check out these new blogs;
Living, Loving, Laughing, Loss & Running
DelhiRunner - Moments of Joy
Moe on the Run
Fatuous Drivel
The Marathon Mama
Less Than Our Best
Coffee Betsy
Charlie’s Blog […]

Special: Triumph and Tragedy: Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials

Triumph and tragedy collided at today’s Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials in New York City’s Central Park, in which 25-year-old Ryan Hall placed first, while another talented runner, 28-year-old Ryan Shay, collapsed and died.
Hall, of Mammoth Lakes, California, broke away from the pack in Mile 17, finishing in 2:09:02. Dathan Ritzenhein, 24, of Eugene, Oregon, placed […]

The Long Road - NYC Marathon

This post is a tribute to all of the members of the RBF who are heading to Staten Island early tomorrow morning to run across the bridge, through Brooklyn and Queens, into Manhatten, over to the Bronx and back to Manhatten to the finish line of the New York City Marathon in Central Park.
Our own, […]

Stuffing My Face for Fitness

My peak performance training program at Canyon Ranch concluded with meetings with nutritionist Hana Feeney. I described my diet to her in great detail, from typical off-season meals to what I eat before, during and after long runs and speedwork.
I stay away from junk food, rarely drink alcohol, and pasta addiction is in my DNA. […]

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