When I first started training to BQ (qualify for the Boston marathon by running a 3:40), I figured a good approach would be to add more mile...

In 2007, I ran 1,596 miles. I assumed I would easily beat that number in 2008 because there were some injuries in 2007. Little did I know t...

I am registered for the Rock 'N Roll Marathon in Arizona in January. I've had my sights on this race for awhile because it's sup...

I'm about to throw myself a huge pity party, so get out now if you don't want to read something negative and downbeat. I've esse...

I went to the doctor today for the third time since I got sick. Only this time, I saw my regular sports medicine doctor, who I trust a lot m...

The goal I set for myself nearly a year ago of qualifying for the Boston Marathon this fall is officially washed out. I had to shave 11 minu...

I have been sick ever since the half marathon on Sunday. I felt like I was possibly coming down with something the day before the race, wi...

The title of this blog pretty much sums up my experience at the VA Beach Rock 'N Roll half marathon yesterday. I've now run this rac...

I "peaked" with my marathon training this week-- meaning that I ran more miles this week than any other week of the program. I...

This morning I ran the Leesburg 20K. My first 20K ever! The weather was abnormally nice for this time of year with very low humidity and tem...

  When I began this training cycle, I thought that the only thing that would get in my way would be me getting too sore from too many miles....

Last weekend, I had the pleasure of watching Michael Wardian attempt to break the world record for the fastest marathon run on a treadmill. ...