As I reflect on my last article, Fire is Imminent Part I, I realize a few things: My blog no longer has anything to do with its original intent (journaling my first marathon) and I really need to either start another blog or put some time into a revamping this one. That my running experience has brought… Continue reading Drought Condition – Is Fire Imminent? (The Prequel)
Tag: Running
“The Hat” – Remember the Sweat
Many athletes have crazy superstitions. Routines, clothing, food … ridiculous as it seems, these routines bring some sort of confidence to otherwise sane people. Let’s not limit it to athletes; artists, performers, business professionals, fans, and even preachers often have routines to help get them into their “groove”. Whatever it takes to make a person… Continue reading “The Hat” – Remember the Sweat
Strapping on the Feedbag
http://v.theonion.com/onionmedia/videos/videometa/111/zen_mp4.mp4 Yesterday I had a scheduled 7 mile run. 7 miles should not be too difficult at this point in my training although any day brings new aches, pains and stiffness. In order to save time, I have taken to plotting a course home from work when time allows, so that was my plan on… Continue reading Strapping on the Feedbag
Rhythm of the Run
This past Saturday marked a key point in my training. I completed 13.2 miles so technically, I am half way to my goal. For me, the real accomplishment was finding a rhythm in my stride. My per-mile-pace varied by no more than 10 seconds during the entire run. As an added bonus, I ran about… Continue reading Rhythm of the Run
Drought Condition – Is Fire Imminent? (The Prequel)
As I reflect on my last article, I realize a few things: My blog no longer has anything to do with it’s original intent (journaling my first marathon) and I really need to either start another blog or put some time into a revamping this one. That my running experience has brought out some of the initial… Continue reading Drought Condition – Is Fire Imminent? (The Prequel)
Starting from Scratch – Taking Advantage of the Mulligan!
Jesse posted a great article on running that made me think about starting over (I added it to my links). Since I am having to re-learn running, does it make sense to go back to the same bad habits I had before? Maybe I should start over with a completely new mind set…”forgetting what lies… Continue reading Starting from Scratch – Taking Advantage of the Mulligan!