Treadmills for Kids? »

Despite the fact that companies have been making kid’s treadmills for over two years now, they have suddenly been thrust into the spotlight by news outlets and health savvy bloggers. The subject has been broached by

Open Letter to Race Directors Everywhere »

Dear Race Directors Everywhere,
I would like to preface this letter by stating that I have absolutely no experience as a race director. However, I’ve run enough races to think that I have an expert understanding of how they work in much the same way that any airline passenger knows how a plane works and is [...]

Running is Cheap »

Somewhere along the line you’ve probably heard someone say that running is a cheap sport to take up—all you really need is a pair of running shoes. If you’ve been a runner for any length of time, then you know that this is an outright lie.

Strike a Pose »

The first rule of race pictures is that no one looks good in their race pictures. The second rule of race pictures is that no one looks good in their race pictures.

Photo of the Week: Chicken on the Run »

An interesting outfit, but I’m not sure I’d want to run in it for a number of reasons. But this “Chicken Runner” did so in the 2007 Chicago Marathon.

Checkout the original photo and comments over at Fuzzy Gerdes’ Flicker site.
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Photo of the Week: Slug Lane »

If the races I ran had this lane, it’s likely where you would find me…lol.

Thanks Jeanne, aka WebSphinx for letting us feature your photo from the Arlington 9-11 Memorial 5k. You can see more photos on her Flickr Site or better yet, check out Jeanne’s blog.
Got a photo you would like featured, leave [...]

The Triska- Deca- What? »

The half-marathon is one of the most challenging and most enjoyable race distances many runners will ever experience. And yet, for years it has suffered a reputation as the Rodney Dangerfield of road racing: it doesn’t get any respect.

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 [...]

In Honor of Our Fearless Leader »

A certain someone is running a certain race this Sunday. Although today’s inspirational video might seem like blatant advertising, it is not. It all makes sense.

Something We All Wish We Could Do »

Run fast – run really fast – like this guy.

W.C. Fields on …Success? »

Mr. Fields would have made a lousy runner.
“If at first you don’t succeed, try, try and try again. Then give up. There’s no use being a damn fool about it.” – W.C. Fields

Redd Foxx on Health »

All I have to say to Mr. Foxx is that “someday” will be a lot farther off for some of us!
“Health nuts are going to feel stupid someday, lying in hospitals dying of nothing.” – Redd Foxx

Murphy Was a Runner »

Your chances of an injury rise proportionally with the amount of the entry fee you just paid.
If a race brochure says “no dogs or strollers,” you will see a dog get hit by a stroller.
You will set a PR the day your chip falls off at the starting line.
If that cute guy/girl is checking out [...]

Joan Rivers on Jogging »

I think Joan’s been hangin’ with the wrong runners!
“The first time I see a jogger smiling, I’ll consider it.” – Joan Rivers

George Carlin on Fast vs. Slow »

Do you think George may have stumbled on the difference between elite versus non-elite runners?
“Have you ever noticed? Anyone going slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac?” – George Carlin

A Runner is Like An Onion »

Lots of funny layers! Here is a compilation of very funny running related satirical writings I dug up on my favorite source of fake news – The Onion.

NYC Marathoner ‘Just Went Out There and Had Fun’
6000 Runners Fail to Discover Cure for Breast Cancer
Retired Marathon Runner Discovers Eater’s High (a very funny MP3!)
Nation’s Joggers Sick [...]

How To Recognize a Marathoner »

From the Official User Gallery of the 2007 Flora London Marathon. Enjoy!

(Thanks to Pamalamadingdong for the tip!)

Doctor Fun: Joe the Disembodied Head »

[via Dr. Fun]

A Devil’s Dictionary* »

*Ambrose Bierce’s collection of dark and bitter definitions for common terms.
So, the boy’s been playing soccer with Groton Parks and Recreation. The cool bit is that the games are behind the town library. The library’s a new(ish) building by New England standards–late 60’s. (As an aside, it’s pretty freakin’ cool–built in the late ’60s or [...]

Video: Lance Armstrong & Matthew McConnaughey »

Because it’s just really funny (don’t ever get famous).

[source: Duncan Larkin]
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You Know You’re a Runner When … »

You can say “fartlek” and “yassos” without giggling. Wait. That”s almost impossible. If you”ve ever done one of those two workouts, that counts.
You can convert kilometers to miles or vice versa. Sometimes, you can even do that while running.
You know exactly how many miles there are in a marathon.
You have had at least one toe [...]

Doctor Fun: Fartlek Fever »

[via Doctor Fun]

10 Easy Steps for Joining the Gross, Rude Runner’s Club »

We’ve run with them, near them or seen them doing their thing from afar. They are the runners exhibiting the rude, gross behaviour none of us wants to see. Interested in joining their club? Here’s how you do it:
1. Spit and blow your nose wherever and whenever it feels right with no regard for anyone [...]

Dr. Fun Runner’s Humor: Running the Jurasic Marathon »

Via Onion Radio News: Retired Marathon Runner Discovers Eaters High »

This is just too funny not to post. Retired Marathon Runner Discovers Eater’s High.
Via The Onion Radio News.

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