5 Unique Benefits of Running Backwards
Of the many decisions you make when you head out to run, which direction to look probably isn’t one of them. You have to pick your clothes, your path, your … Read more
Stephen Mazurkiewicz
Best Running Shoes in 2013
The 2013 shoe review is in, and there is plenty to be excited about. Truth be told, I have never met a runner without a shoe fetish. Running shoes are … Read more
How to Lose Weight
Ok this is the subject I know little about but I really need to learn – losing weight through diet. It was a desire to lose weight that got me … Read more
Bill Gatton Memorial Freedom 5K: A Great Start to the Memorial Day Weekend
So I am out of town for a few weeks on business. One of the things about my job is that from time to time I have to go out … Read more
2013 Sage Rat Run: A Good Time in the Sagebrush
On May 18, 2013 I ran the Sage Rat Run 12K in Prosser, WA and set a personal record! Ok, that is not really saying much since I have never … Read more
How Many Runners Can Run a Marathon in Under 4 Hours
Spencer wrote a very interesting article recently on Runnergoal.com about running a sub-2:00 half marathon. In that article he outlined the number of people who actually can run a sub-2:00 … Read more
How to Properly Warm-up for a Race
I recently decided that I was going to enter a few “shorter” races just for fun. Over the last several years I have been more focused on marathon running with … Read more
Why do I have a Metallic Taste in my Mouth during Strenuous Exercise?
I want to share my personal experience and findings as it relates to tasting metal or blood when you do an intense training session like running, Cross Fit, etc. – … Read more
What Should I Say About My Experience at the 117th Annual Boston Marathon?
What should I say about the 117th Annual Boston Marathon? On April 15, 2013 I had the honor and privilege to run the 117th Annual Boston Marathon. On the one hand it … Read more
Best Boston Marathon Advice
The Boston Marathon is less than a week away and I cannot believe it is here. I have been training for a while for this one and have been planning … Read more
What to do after a Bad Race
I am pretty sure you have been there. I know I have been there. Pretty much anyone who has laced up their running shoes and stood behind a white line … Read more
Can You Run a Half-Marathon if You Hate to Run?
I was reading an article in a recent issue of Northwest Runner when I came across some words that sounded somewhat familiar which stated: “My freshman year in high school, the ’81-82 … Read more
When Should I Run Through Pain?
I would like to dispel a myth that is common among my friends – I do get injured! I get injured more often that they think. I have had to … Read more
The Lake Sammamish Half-Marathon: A Great First Half-Marathon Experience
On March 9, 2013, Evergreen Trail Runs held their 4th annual running of the Lake Sammamish Half-Marathon in Redmond/Issaquah, WA. The Lake Sammamish Half-Marathon is a gem of a race … Read more
Most Important Preprations the Days Before a Race
So tomorrow I have a good friend of mine who is going to be doing his first ever half-marathon up in the Seattle area. He has been nice enough to … Read more
5 Most Important Tips for First Time Half-Marathoners
Last week was the Tri-Cities Half-Marathon held in Richland, WA. It was a great event despite the fact it was run under a high wind advisory. Spencer did a nice … Read more
How Long Should You Run Before Training for a Marathon?
So last week I had a friend of mine mention that he was thinking about trying a marathon at some point but did not know when would be the correct … Read more
Thoughts on Dean Karnazes’ book Ultramarathon Man: Confession of an All-Night Runner
While I was on a recen t business trip I had the opportunity to finish Dean Karnazes’ book Ultramarathon Man: Confession of an All-Night Runner. In all I thought the … Read more
When is it OK to Take the Day Off From Running
So I was faced with an interesting running dilemma today – to run or not to run. I have been very consistent in my training thus far as I prepare … Read more
Striving for Boston (My Experience Qualifying for the Boston Marathon)
I did it! On October 15, 2012, I received an e-mail from the BAA (Boston Athletic Association) letting me know that I had been accepted into the 117th running of … Read more
Setting SMART Goals to Meet Your Running Objectives
Setting goals in your running is smart or should I say SMART – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound. The SMART criteria actually have their roots in industry where it … Read more