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Nov 22, 20243 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...

Jul 19, 20244 min read

What Was I Thinking?

With the heat index hovering in the mid-nineties and "Life in the Fast Lane" blasting in my ear buds, I reached deep inside for that...

Mar 1, 20244 min read

Seven Seasons of the Red Flannel

Something's wrong with me. Seriously wrong. What other reason do I have that the race I've participated in most takes place in the...

Nov 10, 20234 min read

A Race with Small Town Charm ...and Pie!

What would you think of running a 10K on a straight, flat course along quiet wooded bicycle trails in the light of a sunrise in early...

Sep 1, 20234 min read

Why I Have a Running Coach (And Maybe You Should Too)

Not too long ago, someone asked me why I have a running coach, wondering if shaving a few seconds off a race time is actually worth it. ...

Dec 23, 20225 min read

The Jingle Bell Run: A Good Race and A Missed Opportunity

First things first! Let me wish to each of you the best of tidings for the upcoming holidays! It's my hope that the coming days allow...

Dec 9, 20225 min read

Looking Back on '2022 (Or Can We Just Start Talking about 2023?)

My personal highlight for running in 2022 came on a sticky Saturday morning in early July. I was about halfway through an eight-mile run...

Oct 28, 20225 min read

The Perfect Race

Rick sad. Or to put it in a somewhat more descriptive manner, I am a bit down about having had to miss the IMT Des Moines Half Marathon...