My favorite kind of race course is also the most rare: the point-to-point. And it’s just as complicated as the name sounds: you start at one point, and end at … Continue reading #RunPhD: Halfway
Tag: Running
#RunPhD: An Unexpected Journey
I had a plan. Well, first I had a panic attack and then I had a plan. The panic was after stepping onto the scale in the middle of the … Continue reading #RunPhD: An Unexpected Journey
#52sparks: A physical attribute that you like about yourself
It seems like every kid goes through certain phases, like the terrible twos or “dinosaurs are so awesome!!!”. Wanting to be a dancer seems to be another common phase, if … Continue reading #52sparks: A physical attribute that you like about yourself
“Make Impossible, Possible in 2018!”
Near the end of 2017, one of the podcasters that I followed started a new blog and a new online running group. Kelly Roberts originally came to viral fame through … Continue reading “Make Impossible, Possible in 2018!”
Struggling to the Starting Line (part 2)
The effort to get to the starting line starts months before the actual day of the event. And as I started into yesterday, even the morning of the “race” has … Continue reading Struggling to the Starting Line (part 2)
Struggling to the Starting Line
What does it take to get to a starting line? In some ways, its the same challenges every time: Register – Making an intentional effort, that includes putting money where … Continue reading Struggling to the Starting Line
Running Because:
There are many good reasons that I run: Health (mental and physical) Overcoming a challenge Making new friends / spending time with friends Exploring new places Do good through volunteering, … Continue reading Running Because:
RunPhD: “Brilliant” thoughts from an 18-mile training run
When you’re running around downtown Portland for several hours on a Saturday morning, lots of thoughts drift through your head. And when its 18 miles of loops, you get 18 … Continue reading RunPhD: “Brilliant” thoughts from an 18-mile training run
Starting Line Miracles 