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• Run Wild! The 11th Missoula Marathon

  

  I kept going. – Kayleigh Williamson, the first runner with Down Syndrome to complete the Austin Half Marathon (2017)Behold! The Clark Fork RiverRunners whose... Read more

  Posted on 09 November 2017 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• Bully at the Pulpit

  

  Wouldn’t you love to see one of these NFL owners, when somebody disrespects our flag, say, ‘Get that son of a bitch off the field right now, out, he’s fired!’... Read more

  Posted on 25 September 2017 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• The 12th Econet Victoria Falls Marathon

  

  Every morning in Africa, a gazelle wakes up. It knows it must run faster than the fastest lion, or it will be killed. Every morning a lion wakes up. It knows... Read more

  Posted on 13 September 2017 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• The 92nd Comrades Marathon, Act 2

  

  It is what we make out of what we have, not what we are given, that separates one person from another. – Nelson MandelaContinued from Act 1, which you can read... Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2017 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• The 92nd Comrades Marathon, Act 1

  

  After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more hills to climb. – Nelson MandelaI felt it in my stomach, powerful and resonant, its sonic... Read more

  Posted on 08 August 2017 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• The 28th Way Too Cool 50K

  

  The woods are lovely, dark and deep, But I have promises to keep, And miles to go before I sleep, And miles to go before I sleep. Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2017 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• Geaux South, Young Man: the 6th Louisiana Marathon

  

  A boy’s story is the best that is ever told. – Charles Dickens State 15 would beckon from a land of purple gold, The next chapter in our story and each chapte... Read more

  Posted on 17 February 2017 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• 2016: Stronger Together

  

  Life (and running) is not all about time but about our experiences along the way. – Jen RhinesLet me just say that 2016 was another bigly year in racing for... Read more

  Posted on 08 January 2017 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• Last but Not Least: The 31st Big Sur International Marathon & 6th Boston 2 Big...

  

  You have to forget your last marathon before you try another. Your mind can’t know what’s coming. – Frank Shorter, 1972 Olympic marathon gold medalist As 2016... Read more

  Posted on 01 January 2017 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• Through the (crack’d) Looking Glass

  

  “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” – Edmund Burke America, you just got grabbed by the pu**y.I’m rarely at a... Read more

  Posted on 22 November 2016 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• The 41st Omaha Marathon

  

  He conquers who endures. – Persius The Boss dedicated an album to it. Academy Award nominee and noted ultrarunner Bruce Dern starred in a movie about it. Read more

  Posted on 06 October 2016 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• Child’s Play

  

  When you see someone putting on his Big Boots, you can be pretty sure that an Adventure is going to happen. – Winnie the Pooh“How far do you want to run?” I... Read more

  Posted on 17 August 2016 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• The 17th Hatfield McCoy Marathon (KY)

  

  Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world they’ve been given than to explore the power they have to chang... Read more

  Posted on 29 June 2016 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• On, Wisconsin! The 35th Ice Age Trail 50

  

  Ultras are just eating and drinking contests, with a little exercise and scenery thrown in. – Sunny Blende, M.S., Sports NutritionistLet’s call this one Giddy... Read more

  Posted on 25 May 2016 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• The 120th Boston Marathon (MA)

  

  The “Marathon” race from Ashland to this city, held under the auspices of the Boston athletic association yesterday… proved a great success and is an assurance... Read more

  Posted on 27 April 2016 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• The 31st Los Angeles Marathon

  

  As one went to Europe to see the living past, so one must visit Southern California to observe the future. – Alison Lurie I do believe I owe my hometown race... Read more

  Posted on 31 March 2016 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• The 22nd Tucson Marathon

  

  I often lose motivation, but it’s something I accept as normal. – Bill RodgersAlnitak, Alnilam, Mintaka – the three sister stars of Orion’s Belt twinkled in... Read more

  Posted on 04 February 2016 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• 2015: Low Quantity, High Quality

  

  With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts. – Eleanor RooseveltIn case you’re still wondering about my blog title…2015 was a busy year. Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2016 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• The Inaugural USA Half Marathon

  

  But I also realize that winning doesn’t always mean getting first place; it means getting the best out of yourself. – Meb Keflezighi(Happy birthday, Nico! Read more

  Posted on 03 December 2015 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS

• Boston-bound!

  

  Do. Or do not. There is no try. – Yoda This blog post is brought to you by the letters I, M, N.As in, I M N the 2016 Boston Marathon. Read more

  Posted on 30 September 2015 ATHLETICS, FITNESS, SPORTS