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What I Think About “What I Talk About When I Talk About Running”

Published on May 2, 2012 By Greg

Fiction writer Haruki Murakami strays from his core to talk a bit about his running and what it means to his life in this somewhat sloppy but still easy to read work. It’s not a training guide by any means, but rather a reminder of the positive central role that running can play in the chaotic life.

We’re All Runners Here – The Boston Marathon’s Charity Entries

Published on April 12, 2012 By Greg

Chuck Engle, world record holder for the most marathon wins, has taken a shot at the charity runners at the Boston Marathon. Here are at least seven reasons why he is wrong.

Predawn Profile – Jamie Anderson (Maine Runner)

Published on October 19, 2011 By Greg

Jamie Anderson of the Maine Runner blog is an accomplished marathon and ultra-marathon runner – learn more about him and his book, Maine to Boston, in this interview.

Predawn Profile – Madelyn Hribar

Published on February 6, 2011 By Greg

Maddy Hribar may not yet be convinced of the merits of the predawn run, but her successful path to the Boston Marathon is worth learning more about nonetheless.

Predawn Profile – Ariana Hilborn

Published on September 7, 2010 By Greg

After having run a 3-hour marathon as a “recreational” runner, Ariana Hilborn has set her sights on something a bit more lofty – qualifying for the 2012 Olympic Marathon trials. Learn more about her training, the challenges of running in Arizona, and her race results in this Predawn Profile.

Predawn Profile – Jeanne Bayers and the BoMF Organization

Published on July 9, 2010 By Greg

In addition to some impressive running accomplishments of her own, Jeanne Bayers is heavily involved with a great organization called BoMF (Back on My Feet) that uses predawn running as an incentive to help disadvantaged individuals cope with their challenges and improve their lives. Read about both Jeanne and the group in this Predawn Profile.

Eye towards Boston – An Updated Advanced Marathon Training Plan

Published on May 24, 2010 By Greg

Having qualified for the Boston Marathon at Cleveland, it’s time to move forward with a new goal – breaking the 3:00 marathon barrier at Boston next year. As a stepping stone to do so, this advanced marathon training program is designed to prepare for a hilly fall marathon, incorporating additional hill work, an extra day of running per week, and strength training.

All the Way Back – 2010 Cleveland Marathon Recap

Published on May 18, 2010 By Greg

The 2010 Cleveland Marathon was an amazing experience, not only because of the Boston qualifying and personal best times that were set, but also from the pleasure of exploring my city more thoroughly.