

Redemption, part one, at the Chicago Marathon
On my way back home from the Chicago Marathon Sunday, I stopped at a red light at a nondescript intersection a few miles from home....


Why I want to be a running coach
“The speed workouts you have me doing are making me stronger/faster I am noticing. Just ran 8 miles and could have kept going. So thank...


Karl Meltzer reflects on changes in ultra running
Karl Meltzer recently built a rock wall at his home. He’s not an engineer or craftsman by trade but his approach to building the wall...


My journey to the Boston Marathon
I looked out this morning and the sun was gone Turned on some music to start my day I’ve heard the opening lines to Boston’s “More Than...


Training for the Chicago Marathon with Gatorade Endurance
When I realized that a marathon time from a previous race qualified me for the 2018 Chicago Marathon, I immediately added it to my to-do...


Fox Valley 20-miler: A PR and so much more
My training plan included a 20-miler as a final long run before my first Chicago Marathon. As I started scanning race options close to...


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...


Mike Wardian: ‘The hardest thing I’ve ever done’
When faced with a three-day holiday weekend with nothing to do, most full-time workers would kick back, do a barbecue and maybe catch up...


He defines 'selfless,' excels as ultra runner
Justin Grunewald works 80 hours a week as a hospitalist, prioritizes his wife’s running career and cancer battle, and somehow finds time...


Shady Rays sunglasses offer eye protection, shatter-proof lenses
It’s finally time. After nearly 50 years on this planet, my eyes need some assistance. My eye doctor confirmed the news during a recent...









































