Author: The Art of Running

So now what?  Like many distance runners, I completed my goal race a couple of weeks ago.  For me it was a half-marathon this year.  So

Once again the staff and volunteers of the Detroit Free Press Marathon did a great job putting on a first-class event.  The sold-out crowd of

Runners can explain most of their injuries.  They either trained too hard, didn’t stretch, wore the wrong socks or shoes, tripped and fell, or had some

My 1st 1st Place Award A little work and a little luck.  That’s what it took to earn my first 1st place award in a

The Inaugural Race. Over 500 people participated in a special event a few weeks ago in downtown Detroit.  It was the inaugural “Heart of Detroit” race to benefit

Be smart in the heat Most of the country has been in a heat wave the last couple of weeks.  That means high temps well

As a frequent runner of 10k races I find myself comparing the various races on their strengths and weaknesses.  Today I ran a race I’d never

I bet you have at least a few pair of old running shoes stashed in the back of your closet.  You put 300 or 400

If you live in SE Michigan and haven’t run the Solstice you’re missing a very nice event.  Not only is the course challenging but fun (if hills are

Whenever I travel I try to get in a run.  It’s a great way to explore a new town and get a feel for the