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Why We Run

June 27, 2017 // 0 Comments

It was 2008, and I was in the middle of a struggle through the Pacific Crest Half Marathon. I was just getting over a pretty nasty stomach flu and I had gotten into a bad bicycle accident the month before which had hindered my training plan a bit. [read more...]

Why We Run: Our newest blogger’s musings on this great sport of ours

January 10, 2015 // 0 Comments

Why do you run? [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Bodypeace Fitness App

February 17, 2020 // 0 Comments

I recently started a new part-time position at a chiropractic office as a stretch therapist. What that means, quite simply, is that I stretch people. I ask every one of my clients if they ever stretch at home, and 85% of them say they don’t. If [read more...]

A sports weekend trifecta at the 2020 Salem Super Shuffle 10k

February 4, 2020 // 0 Comments

According to my Facebook Memories, I cared A LOT about football 7+ years ago. While I still follow along generally with the sport, I have morphed my sporting interest outside of the pigskin and more into the running world since then. The Salem Super [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: NATHAN Quickstart 4 Liter Race Pack

February 3, 2020 // 0 Comments

Hydration vests used to be something you didn’t see on runners all the time, but these days you’ll see them attached to 5k road runners and 100 mile trail runners alike. When I started running ultra trail runs a couple of years ago, I was ready [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Attending: Being Well Speaker Series (Portland)

January 23, 2020 // 0 Comments

At Run Oregon, we know that being a runner (or any kind of athlete) is about a lot more than just your arms and legs. In fact, I would argue that it is more about your heart and mind than any other body part. That is why I am so excited about this [read more...]

An interview with ATREYU Running Company

January 4, 2020 // 0 Comments

As a 35 year old who dipped my foot into the metal music scene for a hot minute in college – I am familiar with the band Atreyu. So when I came across ATREYU Running a few weeks ago, I knew I needed to reach out and learn more. Read on for our [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Elevenate Motion Down Jacket

January 3, 2020 // 0 Comments

Everyone in the PNW knows the need to have a solid winter weather top. For most of the state, a super bulky and super-cold-tested jacket is nice, but not altogether necessary most of the time. What IS necessary is functional outerwear for [read more...]

Running Happy in the Brooks Transcend 7 (releasing Feb. 1, 2020)

January 1, 2020 // 0 Comments

The first thing I noticed when I slipped on the Brooks Transcend 7 was the cushioning. Oh my goodness, they felt comfy! The second thing that stood out to me was how easily I was able to tighten the laces. No trying to squeeze my finger under each [read more...]

Race Recap: Portland Running Co. Winter 5K Race Series – Race #1

December 23, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you are like me, finding motivation to run this time of year can be very difficult. There is something about the weather, that makes me want to just stay inside. That is why I signed up for the first race in the 2019-2020 Portland Running Co [read more...]

Good Running Socks Are Worth It

December 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

Balega is out with a new line of socks – the Lesedi Hidden Comfort socks, and I’m here today to tell you once again that Balega socks are (still) worth the investment. Actually, they might be even more worth the investment when you shop [read more...]

Run Oregon Test Kitchen: Roli Roti Bone Broth

November 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

Roli Roti was founded by Thomas Odermatt, a third-generation master butcher from Switzerland. in 2000, Odermatt moved to the United States and soon after started his own food truck. In 2015 he created his organic Butcher’s Bone Broth which [read more...]

Race Preview: First Run Eugene (New Years Eve & New Years Day) – Eugene

November 25, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s almost show time, runners! Show time? Why yes, time to get those New Year’s resolutions (or not), off to a momentous start! Eugene is blessed with a great New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day tradition, The First Run 10k [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Frozen Trail Runfest (Eugene)

November 22, 2019 // 0 Comments

A trail run is essential a hike, which is essentially a walk in the park, right? If you go into Frozen Trail Runfest with this attitude, you may find yourself sorely surprised. The event, which includes a 5k, 15k, 25k and 50k, will be the sixth and [read more...]

Women’s Wednesday Run: Let’s Run Together … Emphasis on “Together.”

November 19, 2019 // 0 Comments

So there’s this myth that you have to be at a certain fitness level to join a group run. Like, you’re expected to keep up no matter what, whether you know the route or not. And of course you should be prepared to run at least three [read more...]

Stay warm between runs in the Telluride Sherpa Hoodie from Toad & Co.

November 12, 2019 // 0 Comments

I have been impressed with Toad & Co. as for a while now. The coupling of well-made clothes with outdoor sensibilities, with a commitment to sustainability and eco-friendliness really put these guys at the top of the list. While they make items [read more...]

Race Recap: The Scary Run 2019

November 11, 2019 // 0 Comments

October is such a great month for running. The weather is beginning to get chilly and crisp. The leaves on the trees are starting to fall, and everyone is gearing up for the holidays. One of my favorite running events of the season happens near the [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Heroes vs. Villains Run (Salem)

November 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

Costume runs are a bit out of my comfort zone, but a few friends and I decided to try the Heroes vs Villains 5K. I didn’t have any great costume ideas, but fortunately, my friend made a trip to the Dollar Store and got us some super hero [read more...]

Run Oregon Road Trip at the beautifully renovated Wall Street Suites in Bend

November 1, 2019 // 0 Comments

Run Oregon loves running – that’s no surprise. But we also love the Pacific Northwest and all that it has to offer. Running is a part of us, but it does not fully define us. In our “Make a Day of It” feature, we aim to [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 FootZone’s I Like Pie Run/Walk (Bend)

October 27, 2019 // 0 Comments

I really appreciate when a race knows what the people want. That’s why I appreciate the folks behind I Like Pie Run/Walk in Bend. Because yes, after a 5K or a 1.5 mile run/walk, I would like some pie. Thank you. Both distances are untimed and very [read more...]

Kickstarter of the Week: Traü Athletic Underwear (Campaign ends 12/3)

October 23, 2019 // 0 Comments

Details: Product: Traü Athletic Underwear Location: San Francisco, CA Funding Status: ~$12,000 of $30,000 End Date: December 3, 2019 Pledge for: ~$28+ Delivery Expectations: February 2020 I know it’s weird, but I am always on the prowl for [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Run to Stay Warm (Eugene)

October 16, 2019 // 0 Comments

Getting warm is what happens when we run and staying warm is a basic human necessity that not everyone has the luxury of having due to financial limitations. That is why the Run to Stay Warm race on November 24th is so important. One hundred [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Run2Music 5K (Beaverton)

October 14, 2019 // 0 Comments

Once a band nerd, always a band nerd. And as a tuba player, I was a MAJOR band nerd. Which is why I excited to share about this upcoming event that brings together my inner band nerd with my outer runner (plus some feel good help out the kids to [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Día De Los Muertos Endurance Run (Newport)

October 7, 2019 // 0 Comments

How far can you run in six hours? What about 12 hours? Now, how about 24 hours? If you’re like me, you don’t know the answer to those questions. And, like me, you might be really curious to find out. That means you should check out the inaugural [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Scary Run (Washougal, WA)

October 3, 2019 // 0 Comments

It is that time of year, spooky decorations, Halloween costumes and candy galore! A favorite time of year for many, myself included. This is the perfect time of year to sign up for some spooky holiday themed races. One of my favorite Halloween [read more...]

Small Food Races: Spud Run in Merrill & Tamale Trot in Salem

September 29, 2019 // 0 Comments

Food lovers rejoice! There are a few local races out there this fall that centers around food, well, at least has a food in their name! The 3rd Annual Salem Tamale Trot will be held on Saturday, October 19th this year. Friends of Pimpollo is [read more...]