So Far, So Good. Except for the Snow.
We’re mid-way through January and I’m still on schedule. In past years that would not be newsworthy, but this year I’m taking nothing for granted.
Category: Running
New Goals. Back to the Basics.
At this time last year I wrote my recap of 2024. My goals for that year including running my annual favorite races, winning medals in
Some Highs, Some Lows. A Recap of Running in 2024.
Each year, on January 1st, I set my running goals for that year. At the start of 2024 my goals included running a total of
The Other Olympics
This summer while most of the world was watching the athletes compete for medals in Paris, another Olympic competition was happening in southeast Michigan. The
Getting Older and Better
The Volkslaufe races have been held on July 4th in Frankenmuth, Michigan since 1976. The name “Volkslaufe” means “the people’s race” in German. Frankenmuth is
An Evening Race For A Change Of Pace
Most organized races are held early on a Saturday or Sunday morning. Those times work for me because I’m used to running first thing in
Just Another Special Day in Detroit
Detroit is on a roll. The momentum and positive vibe in the city and metro area is strong. Detroit has hosted several successful big events
Indoor Tracks Have Many Benefits, And A Few Drawbacks
When there is ice on the roads or the rain is horizontal because of gale force winds, I don’t get excited about running outside. But
Still Racing After All These Years
Some people run for the exercise. Some run to lose weight. Some run for heart health. I mostly run to race. Yes, I enjoy the
On The Road Again!
After more than eight months of rest, physical therapy and rehab, I’m back to running! I hesitate to claim a total victory but for now