The @OaklandMarathon: I Finally Learned

The @OaklandMarathon: I Finally Learned

For the 4th year in a row, I ran the Oakland Running Festival. This would be my 3rd attempt at this marathon course, with my previous attempts all including me going out WAY too fast. First up, fun at the EXPO: Picking up the bib and shirt are always super easy with...
Two Cities Recap: I Went For It.

Two Cities Recap: I Went For It.

I went for it. I put it all out on the line… and crashed. If the saying is sub-4 or bust? Well, I busted. Don’t get me wrong. I am more than thrilled with my PR. As a matter of fact, it was a 15-minute PR and that is a HUGE chunk of time to shave off a...
Oakland Marathon: Photos

Oakland Marathon: Photos

Here is a photo recap of the Oakland Running Festival 2012, enjoy. As you can see, the start line is a perfect place for the “two-finger-mouth-open point!” Let’s do this thing! Still looking happy… what am I doing with my arms? I have no idea....
200th Post: NYC Marathon Recap

200th Post: NYC Marathon Recap

With so much excitement surrounding the ING NYC marathon, this may be one of the toughest recaps I have had to write due to the fact that there is SO MUCH to write about. I will try to cover as much as possible, while still keeping it a decent, readable length. Of...