Blade Runner: Cancer survivor finds running, joy on the trails
About three years ago Jacky Hunt-Broersma decided to follow her husband’s lead and start running. She started with 5K races, like many...
Four tips for destination races
As a frequent traveler and runner, I have had the pleasure of combining those two passions from time to time. Races have literally...
The best fueling plan for endurance athletes
By henry Howard Stephanie Howe Violett has no use for diet fads. “So many people are following media and social media trends,” says Violett, who received a master’s in exercise physiology at Montana State and her doctorate in nutrition at Oregon State. “To me, having a background in nutrition and knowing how to fuel for health and for sport, that is not the best way to eat.” Diets, she says, can be too limiting. “People think, ‘If I eat only certain foods, I am super healt
The case for ultra runners going vegan
Diets are an individual preference. In the past year, the attention placed on food choices has taken on a new life. Paleo. Keto. Gluten...
New year, new goals
Looking back at my 2018 running, there were an unusual number of ups and downs. And I don’t mean the elevation changes encountered during...
Giving the gift of AfterShokz
It should be no secret that I am a big fan of AfterShokz headphones, the best and safest option for runners who like to listen to music,...
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...
Top 20 inspirational ultra runners of the year
It’s the time of the year when the “best of” lists come out and recognize the notable achievements throughout the past 12 months. In...
Dr. Cucuzzella’s prescription for a lifetime of running
The title of Dr. Mark Cucuzzella’s new book, “Run for Your Life,” aptly describes his approach to life, fitness, nutrition and all the...
Darcy Piceu reflects on her personal grand slam of wins
You will have to excuse Darcy Piceu if she is making up — in a big way — for lost time. Piceu, who won four 100-milers in 2018, didn’t...
