My “Weirdo” Long Runs

My “Weirdo” Long Runs

Running 20 miles alone is something I rarely look forward to. Sure there is a sense of serenity in taking on a distance in solitude and getting lost in your own mind, but it just sounds so daunting. 20 is a lot. I’ve written in the past about breaking up...
Running Through Oakland

Running Through Oakland

Sponsored Post. When I crossed the finish line at the inaugural Oakland Running Festival (2010), I knew that the event had captured something special. There hadn’t been a full marathon in Oakland for 25 years and bringing one back to the city known as “the...
Brooks Run Influencer, Officially

Brooks Run Influencer, Officially

They were a pair of white shoes, with blue and yellow accent colors. I honestly can’t remember which model they were, but I remember I felt pretty fancy in them. I had never owned a pair of running shoes and these ones felt good and looked good, and that was...
The 50-ish Best Photos of 2016

The 50-ish Best Photos of 2016

Or at least the ones that were submitted to this blog. It’s always fun to see everyone’s favorite moments from the previous year. Whether it’s a highlight from a race, a photo of family and friends, or your favorite donut (spoiler: there are no donut...