Marathon Season

Who doesn't love the excitement around Race Day?! The early-morning jitters, the long lines at the port-o-john, the anticipation of the starting gun. Regardless of how you've gotten to the starting line and how long you expect to be out on the race course, there are plenty of 'MUST DO' races.

Would love to hear your opinion on which ones....locally or otherwise.

A few that I think should be on everyone's must do list include:


BOSTON Marathon
The Premier running event

NEW YORK CITY Marathon
The largest crowd I've ever run with -- and arguably the largest amount of spectators...would argue the loudest spectators are in Boston!

CHICAGO Marathon
Has a reputation of being a fast, flat course - and a good qualifier for Boston.

CINCINNATI FLYING PIG Marathon
The whimsical, fun, light-hearted approach is enough to make you think, well, maybe 26 miles isn't so bad?
See their 'limited edition' race poster which will be available this weekend at the expo - check it out.

The Starting Line....

RUNNING It’s all about passion.

If you know me for a few months, a few years or a lifetime – you know that I am a runner. I wear my passion for the sport on my sleeve and pride myself on it. My office and home have running pictures in frames, countdowns to races, race numbers and even plaques as paper weights.

I am not an elite runner, nor was I ever a star athlete throughout my collegiate career. I don’t have an flood of awards and accolades to my credit and when I talk about running – there’s no pretense because it’s something that I’m passionate about. And I assume you are too, which is why you’re reading this.

So my goal with this blog is simple.
Provide a non-technical, non-pretentious and safe site for anyone who is interested in running. This will give you as a reader or contributor:

-ideas on building workouts
-ways to train for and run 5Ks up to Marathons
-a place to ask questions (whether you are new to running or long-time veterans)
-post or get suggestions on gear, training plans, workouts
-get advice & inspiration
-connect with other runners
-find races
-and share experiences

Whether you are a hard core or a recreational runner, we all want to keep our passion about running. I welcome your input all the way and encourage your participation regardless of whether you're a Front Runner, Mid-Pack or simply a Recreational runner!

Have a good run!