Let’s Talk About Hundreds: Finish Line Interviews with 100-mile Buckle Recipients
While we wait patiently to hear the fate of the races we’re looking forward to in 2020 and beyond, we thought we’d also do a…
A(nother) Run Oregon interview with Nick Symmonds
Springfield-based Nick Symmonds is a two-time U.S. Olympian (2008, 2012), silver medalist in the 800 meter race in the 2013 World…
A Run Oregon interview with Nick Symmonds
He’s a charismatic Olympic track star with strong ties to the Pacific Northwest, who races with flair, heart, and fierce determination,…
Run Oregon Bookshelf: An interview with author Jen A. Miller and a GIVEAWAY of her book “Running: A Love Story”
Jen A. Miller is an award-winning freelance journalist who is now the New York Times’ “Well” section running writer. Her…
Run Oregon interviews Portland Marathon Event Director Les Smith
This is the first in an occasional series where Run Oregon interviews local race and event directors. Our subject today is Mr. Lester Smith,…
Interview with Jessie Rubin, former Duke runner now coaching in Portland
Jessie Rubin wrapped up her collegiate running career at Duke (yes, that Duke) and did what many smart, young runners do: moved to Portland.…
From the Heart: Albert Franklin Miller Jr.
From the first moment you meet “Ultra Al”, you will immediately be mesmerized by his apparent passion for running and his incredible history…
From 344 pounds to a 4:08 marathon: A Run Oregon interview with Condon runner Darryl Houghtelling
This post was initially written in 2011. We loved it so much, we wanted to bring it over here. One of the things we find, when interviewing…
Get to Know Run Oregon: Mary Sweigert
I felt bad for me getting ready to interview myself because I already knew probably just about anyone is more interesting to interview than I…
Get to know Run Oregon: Marilyn Tycer
Name: Marilyn Tycer (aka “Nut-tastic,” aka “Pretty Pretty Princess,” aka “MareBear,” aka “MT,”…