How to Race with 10,000 Runners
The Crim 10 Mile Race in Flint Michigan is a great event. It is well-organized, has an interesting course lined with appreciative fans and caring
Work On Distance and Speed Separately
If you’re training for a race that’s a 10k or longer you’ll need to work on two things: Distance and Speed. I think the problem most people
Adjust For The Humidity, But Don’t Use It As An Excuse
Judging from the national weather maps, much of the country has the same hot and humid weather we have in Michigan right now. Even at
Sport Beans vs. Gel
I’ve mentioned before in this blog that I like using Sport Beans for energy on long runs. If I’m running over 90 minutes I usually eat 2-3 beans at 60
You Won’t Melt
I’ve heard many people say “I couldn’t run this weekend, it was raining.” What’s rain have to do with it? When you run in the summer you sweat
Follow Friend’s Running on Facebook
Most of the status updates I see from friends on Facebook are rather boring. “Sitting on the patio watching the birds” or “I hate cleaning
Volkslaufe Celebrates 35 Years! In Many Ways It’s The Same, In Many It’s Different.
One of the most popular races in Michigan turned 35 this year. Since 1976, July 4th has meant it’s Volkslaufe time in Frankenmuth. Volkslaufe is German for
Solstice Run Was Hilly But Fun
Great Tech shirt from a great event. I will definitely do this race again. Today was the 2010 Solstice Run in downtown Northville, MI. I’ve heard
A Running Vacation
Vacations are always fun. But sometimes your schedule gets so busy with vacation things your running routine gets interrupted. Well the past four days I’ve
Run Intervals. Don’t Be A Rosie Ruiz.
A few weeks ago my son and I were watching a special on ESPN titled something like “The Top 50 All-Time Incredible Moments in SPorts.” One of