

5 reasons to run the Key West half marathon
In mid-January when much of the United States is shivering, thoughts often turn to warmer climates like Florida for a much-needed...


Finding specificity, beauty and more at Sinks Canyon
As I worked on my 2019 race calendar, I wanted to focus on racing and training runs that would prep me for my big goal races. After...


Halfway from recovery to goal 100K at UROC
Six months from last Friday I underwent emergency abdominal surgery, forcing me out of what would have been my first 100K that following...


Top 5 reasons to run Hot Chocolate Indianapolis
I’m back for the chocolate — and the fun. The March 30 Allstate Hot Chocolate race in Indianapolis is officially on my race calendar,...


Nutrabolt Oktoberfest offers super swag, helps children’s charities
There are just too many interesting races to fit on one’s race calendar, especially in the fall. For most runners, even those who...


Why the Missoula Marathon is a must race
It's easy to see why runners love the Missoula (Mont.) Marathon. A simple search for reviews show that runners cherish everything from...


Five reasons to run the Missoula Marathon
There is a lot to like about the Missoula (Mont.) Marathon. It was named the Best Marathon in the U.S. in the debut BibRave 100 in 2017....


Run CRANDIC fills a race void in Iowa
As the first Run CRANDIC approaches, it’s quite possible — even probable — that no one is more excited than Ara Ispentchian. The race —...


Run CRANDIC, a race a decade in the making
In April, the first Run CRANDIC race will be held, culminating a decade’s worth of work by Angie Maske-Berka and other coordinators. The...


Six fun facts about the Hot Chocolate race series
Six weeks until my second All State Hot Chocolate 15K, I am looking forward to the race which mixes fun, a good race experience and — of...