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
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My Running Progress Report for June 2013
At the beginning of this year, I set a few running goals that I wanted to accomplish in 2013. And as you may know, a SMART goal is not just … 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
Why I Won’t Quit: 10 Good Reasons to Keep Running
I’m back!! Last week, I wrote a post where I really laid my heart out about running and how I was disappointed in my half-marathon race result . I was … Read more
Famous Idaho Potato Half-Marathon Race Review
I ran the Famous Idaho Potato Marathon, Half-Marathon last Saturday (May 18th). Despite the fact, that I didn’t perform as well as I was hoping , the event itself was … Read more
Should I Quit Running? Mentally Dealing with a Bad Race Result
You’ve worked and trained and dreamed about completing a big half-marathon or full-marathon race. You’ve looked forward to the event for months and made your race goals and strategy. Then … 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 … 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
Should You Use the Galloway Run/Walk Method for Your First Marathon?
I recently was following a friend of mine on Facebook as he posted regular updates about his upcoming marathon. First he posted that he had signed up for the marathon … Read more
How to Recycle Your Old Running Shoes
So here I am, going on about 4 years of consistent running, and I read a short blurb about how you can recycle your old running shoes! To be honest, … 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
Running in the Morning vs. Evening Running
When I was in college about 10 years ago, it was the first time I really started trying to run on my own. Previous to that (high school, etc), I … 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
How to Stay in Running Shape While on Vacation
The only thing more difficult that training for a half or full marathon during your regular work week, is training during vacation. At least that’s the case for me. When … 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
St. Patrick’s Day 10k Race and the Leprechaun Dash: Race Review and Setting a PR!
Yesterday, was the St. Patrick’s day race in Richland, WA. My 2 oldest children ran in the 1-mile Leprechaun dash. Afterwards, I was able to compete in the 10k Race. … 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
Running My First Half Marathon: Lake Sammamish Half 2013
The following article is a guest post from Steve McDonald. Steve just completed his first ever half marathon and provides an in-depth look at the thoughts, feelings, schedule, insomnia, frustrations, … Read more
2013 Running Goals
Without a plan, nothing worthwhile gets done. I recently wrote about what I accomplished running wise last year . I have found that as long as I’m setting running goals … 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
2012 Running Goals and Results Review: How Did I Do?
Near the beginning of 2012, I set 3 goals that I wanted to accomplish during the year. You can read my original post with those 2012 running goals here . … Read more