Locutus08
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Chasing 42: Life, The Universe, and Running
http://chasing42.wordpress.com/
The musings of an Iowa runner tackling new challenges- marathons, ultramarathons, 5Ks, and everything in between! My interests are great and my topics are expansive...and mostly accurate ;)
LATEST ARTICLES ( 385 )
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Running Quirks & Other Oddities
Humanity is a strange species. We spend a great deal of time through documentaries exploring the fascinating natural world around us, but our own behavior is... Read more
Posted on 25 February 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Running and Body Image
I recently read a blog post by Zoe Romano that talked about the pressures and realities of body image. She was responding in part to an earlier article written... Read more
Posted on 20 February 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
A Break from the Winter Running Doldrums
There is no question that this winter has worn on me more than previous snowy seasons. The cold seems more bitter, the sky seems more overcast, the wind seems... Read more
Posted on 14 February 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Never Pay Full Price for Running Gear
Like most folks, I appreciate a good deal. In fact, over the years, I’ve become a discount shopper for many items, and have gotten rather good and finding the... Read more
Posted on 08 February 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
January Run-Down
For many folks, New Years Day marks the beginning of a laundry list of New Years resolutions. I’ve never been big on establishing resolutions, mainly because... Read more
Posted on 04 February 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
My Strength-Training Commitment
The first time I began running, I followed a C25K plan and ran a few 5K races. However, I wasn’t regularly running with anyone, and my interest tapered off and... Read more
Posted on 31 January 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Gear Review: Under Armor Coldgear Infrared Hood
It’s -4 degrees outside right now, and I can hear the wind howling as I type. In my office, it’s a comfortable 72 degrees thanks to a trusty space heater. Read more
Posted on 27 January 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Race, Confidence, and Performance: Richard Sherman & The Privilege of “Bragging”
It was an eventful, frustrating, saddening, and thought-provoking few days surrounding the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday this past week. Read more
Posted on 23 January 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
My 2014 Race Schedule…well, Mostly!
As you’ve no doubt gathered, I spend quite a bit of time researching and reading about gear and races, among many other running-related topics. Read more
Posted on 17 January 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Sub-Zero Treadmill Avoidance
I’ve probably shared my dislike for the treadmill before. In the past few months, I think these feelings have only grown stronger. Read more
Posted on 12 January 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Race Report: Across the Years, Part 2
It really is amazing how the idea of a moment yet to pass can consume you in small but impactful ways. I had a very busy semester, so I didn’t have the luxury o... Read more
Posted on 06 January 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Race Report: Across the Years, Part 1
“It’s a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don’t keep your feet, there’s no knowing where you might be swept... Read more
Posted on 03 January 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
“Going the Distance” Into the New Year
I think I’ve probably mentioned before that the past 4 months have been rather busy! Between my training, teaching, writing, and everyday living, I’ve been... Read more
Posted on 20 December 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Updates to My Running Life
My taper is in full effect, the semester is winding down and I’m finishing up my teaching responsibilities for the semester, we are getting ready for the... Read more
Posted on 13 December 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS -
The Law of Exponential Taper Gremlin Growth
At any given time, the last 20 weeks or so either feel like they have blown by quicker than I could blink or crawled by at a pace that would make a 3-toed... Read more
Posted on 09 December 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS -
My Running Thoughts on Getting Hit By A Car
I had planned to write about a new theory of tapering that I’ve been mulling over for the past few weeks. The aches and pains have begun to sneak into my daily... Read more
Posted on 06 December 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Race Recap: Living History Farms 2013
I should probably use the term “race” very loosely when describing this iconic Iowa off-road running event. However, what this race lacks in a traditional sense... Read more
Posted on 28 November 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Winter Etiquette’s Running Connection
The time for snow, ice, and cold is once again upon us. After another warm summer, perhaps I should be more grateful for the change in seasons. Heck, I’m from... Read more
Posted on 22 November 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Gear Review: Patagonia Houdini
Once again, I have poured over countless reviews and investigated the various attributes of multiple running products before settling on a purchase that I wishe... Read more
Posted on 18 November 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS -
It’s Not About the Sticker…but If It Was, So What?”
Many within the running community are all a flutter over a recent op-ed piece by Chad Stafko in the Wall Street Journal yesterday. He leveled some fairly hefty... Read more
Posted on 14 November 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS