Monday was Memorial Day, which means it was time to honor the fallen at the annual Florida Striders Memorial Day 5K. As you know, this was the first official race I ever ran (14 years ago), and it's a longstanding favorite. I consider it a priviege to get to run on such an important day, and I was ...
Race Report: Florida Striders Memorial Day 5K (5.27.24)
Families At The Finish Line
Last week, we talked about race bandits; this week, let's focus on families at the finish line and finish line etiquette. The finish line is an incredible place of triumph and celebration. It doesn't matter if you are the first to cross the tape, or if you are the last runner on the course, the ...
School’s Out For Summer!
And just like that, we are done with 10th grade and on to summer. We had some bumpy last few days, which was unfortunate, but all's well that ends well and we are able to go on to enjoy the summer. Sunday Meghan and I continued our visit tradition: we got up and went for a walk, then ...
My Five Favorite Tips For Your First Race
Running your first race is always exciting and challenging, no matter if you are taking on a marathon or a 5K. With that in mind, the rules are the same, and I approach all distances in a similar fashion. Follow along to see if you agree with my advice! Give Yourself Plenty Of Time On race ...
Dynamic Stretches Every Runner Should Know
Dynamic stretches are (or should be) a critical part of every runner's routine. These are stretches designed to move the body, and get the muscles and joints warmed up and moving. (This is a repost from August 17, 2022) Before you hit the road running, check out some of these dynamic ...
Mother’s Day & Beyond
The week started with Mother's Day and ended with a pool party, and I really can't think of a better way to do things. In between was a whole mess of nonsense, but I guess we can happily put it all in the rearview and keep pushing through what will be the last week of school. Let's get to ...
