I can point to the exact moment when I decided to run the NYC marathon. It was 2009 when Paula Radcliffe ran passed me near mile 8 of the NYC Marathon route. I came out early to watch the elites run, while gearing up to cheer a friend on, as she also ran the marathon … Continue reading
Sharing some pics from the Philly Marathon. I spent the day there, cheering on some of my training mates. Continue reading
I got a chance to preview Nike’s Innovation Space a few weeks ago. I run with the run clubs that are associated with Nike, and was invited through to view the space through the run club. I didn’t know what to expect, but walked away impressed by their products but by their stealth marketing! It … Continue reading
Yes, running is indeed a contact sport. You make contact with tree roots, wet leaves, puddles, children, dogs, cars, bikes, rocks, string, potholes, and even imaginary objects that you think are in your way. I had a spectacular fall a few weeks ago, while running in the early morning. It happened on a path that … Continue reading
The first leg of my 10 day trip brought me to Milan, the fashion capital of Italy. I did not get a chance to run while in Milan. I was too jet lagged to function and focus well on why I was actually there, so the little free time I had was spent sleeping in … Continue reading
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I took a quick trip to the town of Rye Brook in upstate New York recently and I had the opportunity to go for a run in Crawford Park. I was in the company of much faster, more seasoned runner (as usual), but I enjoyed the short, and hilly course. Turns out we didn’t cover … Continue reading
Just sharing some of my pics of Cote D’Azur and Monaco. Most were taken in moving vehicles. Hey, I make the most of every situation! It really is a beautiful place and it is definitely on my list to return to on a real vacation. Continue reading
It’s that time of year again: marathon training AND running in hot weather. I say hot, because warm weather doesn’t happen in these parts. We tend to go from cold to hot in a matter of days. After my trip to Cote D’Azur, I ran a football themed 5k. With all of my excitement with … Continue reading
I spent some time in the in Nice, France and Monaco recently. One of the first things I did was to look for potential running routes on my way to my hotel. I didn’t have to look very far. One of the nicest running routes was the Promenade des Anglais, which ran parallel to the … Continue reading
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