When Enough is Enough: Too Many Races
I’m a running coach, and here’s what I know: Running coaches are probably the worst clients when it comes to running. I have many “golden rules” that I’ve learned from [...]
Personal Runner Confessions
Run Oregon’s Favorite (running) Cat Names
A few weeks ago, one of our wonderful bloggers, Kelly Barton, shared a post about favorite running dog names. Now I think it’s time to give the felines their time [...]
Training for a Race Series
Training for a big race can be motivating and a powerful way to reach your goals. For me, it can also be daunting and anxiety inducing. Yet, my running is [...]
Getting My Mind Right – Countdown to My Half
Today, as I sit down to write this, I am a mere 5 days away from running my slowest half marathon ever. Seriously! My stats don’t lie. I have a [...]
Buy Local: Are Running Shoes Worth What You’re Paying?
Recently I was training one of my clients and he asked me for some advice on his Brooks running shoes. He had found a pair that he LOVED at his [...]
The Other Side: What It’s Like to be a Race Director
Judging by the enormous rack my dad built me for all of my race medals, I’ve run somewhere in the neighborhood of 100 races. And while I’ve been able to [...]
It’s Time to Challenge Yourself: 2018 Fall Fanno Creek Running Series
There are many things about being a runner that are both frustrating and fascinating at the same time. One of those things is that you can’t ever count on anything [...]
Just Breathe: Musings From a Slow Ultra Runner Newbie
One of my friends looks like a gazelle when she runs. She’s got long, athletic legs and as far as I’m concerned, she’s the true definition of a natural born [...]
The Adventures of a Directionally Challenged Trail Runner
I’m always lost. If I’m not lost, I’m on my way to becoming lost. GPS capabilities on a cell phone is the BEST invention EVER for people like me. I’m [...]
Sweet Emotion: Running a Marathon is Cheaper Than a Shrink
Running is my therapy. You’ve heard that before I’m sure, and you probably know exactly what I mean. But if there’s anything this last marathon reminded me of, it’s that [...]