How to Run Faster

Type that phrase into Google and you get 43,000 hits (plus 48 videos). But who wants to go through all those agonizing drills? Here are 10 surefire ways to improve your speed.

Blowing the Cover Off Diva Night

Until last week, I thought running was about shin splints, pasta, sweat, fartleks and “the wall.” Now I’ve learned that for some of you it’s also about clothes, jewelry, hors d’oeuvres, and fine wines.

The Golden Years

In running, being over the hill just means you’re picking up steam.
If the blogosphere is any judge, the biggest news out of last week’s London Marathon was not Ryan Hall’s blistering 2:06:17, nor the fact that it was only good enough for fifth place in a race where a record six men finished under 2:07.

Do You Dress the Way You Run?

Does your running apparel correctly reflect your running status?
Ah yes, as if we didn’t have enough to worry about when it comes to suiting up and accessorizing for a race – pronating, wicking, chafing, bouncing – the list goes on and on. But there’s also the issue of what your togs say about what […]

Live From Boston, It’s Patriots’ Day!

I don’t know how many other Californians take Patriots’ Day off, but I’ll be camped out in front of the television instead of at my desk.

The Agony of De-Feet

The Boston Marathon. The Peachtree Road Race. The Fifth Avenue Mile. And now, the Glamour Stiletto Run.

Remora Runner

Back when I was a kid (you know, right around the time of the Civil War), one of the most exciting days of the school year was when the Scholastic Book shipment arrived.
For those of you who can’t remember a time before computers and Amazon.com, Scholastic had an arrangement with schools

The Way to Go

I promise not to be graphic in discussing this topic, but I will be candid. I’ll also ease into it gradually, so you’ll have multiple opportunities to click on this handy modesty link, which will take you to the Complete Running home page with no harm done.

Blog Bling For Our Members

If you’re one of the people I love

Running With the Chowhounds

Most runners choose races based on the location, the terrain, the crowds, or the reputation. I often choose them for the food.

And California Jumps out to a Convincing Lead!

I’ve been happily watching the new, search-able Running Blog Family directory fill up. It’s been fun to watch. Here are some fun facts.

Back of the Pack

A couple of weeks ago I wrote about my turn near the front of my half-marathon training group comprised mostly of beginners. By unfortunate coincidence, an injury forced me

A Million Stories

There was a time when I was able to easily visit all of the members of the Running Blog Family.

Crunchy Nanas?!

A Crunchy Nana? What’s that? Well, it’s a runner, of course! A runner from our blog community to be precise about it. Let’s get to know this oddly labeled runner.
Nora doesn’t like mushy bananas. Nope. They give her a fit. She likes Crunchy Nanas. Yup. Every last bit. (sorry, my boy is five and into […]

The View From the Front

My lovely wife signed up for a 10-week half-marathon training program and I decided to join her. The program is organized by the local Fleet Feet store and primarily

Membership Has Its Privileges

Last week, you got your first look at the new-look CRN, as well as the enhancements to the Running Blog Family(RBF) directory. Those changes were only the beginning.

Men in Tights: Tips

Women tend to have their body image issues during the warm weather months, but some of us guys have ours during the winter. We stave off facing them as long as possible by wearing our singlets and shorts even when the

The “Downeast Runner” Definitely Rocks

In the inaugural post of this series I’d like to introduce you to a runner who truly rocks. Meet Andrew—the Downeast Runner. Have you read Andrew’s blog? No? Well, you should. It’s packed full of running wisdom. And, although you won’t find a lot of exclamation points in Andrew’s writing (he’s a rather understated kind […]

New Design, New Features, New …

To start the year, we’re making some big changes here at CRN so, come on down and check things out. If you are an RSS subscriber, make sure you visit the site because there are quite a few features you won’t be able to see from Bloglines. In addition to a completely new look for […]

Do You Have a Running Blog?

Most people around here know about the Running Blog Family Directory (RBF) - the web’s most ginormous list of running blogs.
Until yesterday, the RBF was a one trick pony - it was just a big ol’ list.
Well, the RBF just went through a huge upgrade

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