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Nov 223 min read

Why I Hate & Love 5K's

"I truly hate racing in 5k’s." That's exactly what I would have said prior to July 13 of this year. Of course, hate is probably too...

Oct 114 min read

Living the Dream!

Have you ever experienced a time in your life that you were simply happy to be in the moment? A time where nothing could take away the...

Sep 135 min read

Running in 1975 vs Running in 2024

Give or take a few days, fifty years ago tomorrow, I ran my very first cross-country race. I remember it well. Running in Converse...

Aug 304 min read

The 3 R's (Rick's Rules for Runners)

School is back in session. Let's take our seats. Today's lesson focuses on etiquette for runners. You can call them "The 3 R's." Or if...

Aug 165 min read

Reigniting the Spark (UCC 1979)

One of the most pivotal moments in my life occurred on a quiet Sunday evening in July 1979. I received a phone call from the...