After a week without running even a step, there's no other way to put it. I felt like crap. My body has become accustomed over the last few years to running nearly every day. That seems to keep my whole system working efficiently, from my metabolism and heart to my mental well-being . And w...

Prize alert! Read to the end for a chance at a free entry to the 13.1 race on June 9th! I'm not sure I can remember a better stretch of weather for running than the last week. It's been just about perfect. Race Directors around the area would love to have scheduled their events during this ...

Last year it was cold and rainy. And that was considered a pretty good year for the March Madness half marathon in Cary. This quirky little race has a long tradition of being run in snow, rain, cold, sleet and whatever else mother nature can dream up. I've run it 4 or 5 times and can recall ...

As the warm weather brings thoughts of an early spring to mind, the running paths are starting to get more crowded, and there is more stuff to talk about. So here are a few bits and pieces that have gotten my attention in the last few days. First, if you haven't signed up for the Bank of Amer...

I usually enjoy either running or cheering along the route of the Bank of America Chicago marathon. But after hearing today's announcement, I think might have to find a television instead. That's because the race among the leaders promises to be epic. The top two entrants announced so far, bo...

I'm not sure when race organizers decided to start handing out medals for finishing a half marathon. Or a stair climb. Heck, they even give out a medal for finishing the Soldier Field 10 miler. It's a nice medal. And I'm not ungrateful, but finishing some of these events just doesn't seem li...

Sunday's weather was really great for watching the Bulls playoff game inside the United Center, or in front of your TV in your warm den. It was not especially great weather for running a half marathon. It was cold, wet, and windy along the lakefront. But that apparently failed to discourag...

Running in it's most pure form is a solitary, peaceful activity. For me, it is the time of day I often most look forward to. It's a break from all the responsibilities and stress of the day. I'm in control. I can run fast, and work hard, or I can take a leisurely jog and listen to music. Ei...

Sunday's weather was really great for watching the Bulls playoff game inside the United Center, or in front of your TV in your warm den. It was not especially great weather for running a half marathon. It was cold, wet, and windy along the lakefront. But that apparently failed to discourag...

This may come as a surprise to my old High School and College teammates, but Sunday was my first real cross country race ever. Sure, I competed in dozens of meets on teams years ago. But those races were mostly on golf courses! I had no idea what I was missing! The Cross Country Challeng...

Wouldn't it be nice if spring were really imminent? Remember how simple it is to run when the weather is warm? T-shirt, Shorts, Shoes and you're out the door. The extreme conditions we've been dealing with complicate everything. There are too many decisions to make. You have to figure out h...