From book reviews to Savannah running resources and catch-all articles, here’s a mix of information and opinion that might clutter the more educational portions of the site.
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Gear
FlipBelt Review: Best Way to Run with Phone
I never go on a run without my FlipBelt by Level Terrain. The FlipBelt is a unisex fabric belt that fits around your waist to carry things, like your phone and keys without them bouncing
Reach Your Next Level in Running with a Paradigm Shift
In 2007 when I started the Couch to 5K program, I always referred to my activity as “jogging”. It wasn’t an inaccurate term, but I used it because the word “running” intimidated me. I wasn’t
Myofascial Release Therapy for Foot Pain
In my search for an uninjured running season, I tried myofascial release therapy sessions. I received myofascial release therapy for foot pain by a Licensed Massage Therapist, certified in the John F. Barnes’ Myofascial Release Approach. The treatment focuses on
Hal Higdon Plan Reviews
I used a few of the popular Hal Higdon training plans early in my career. Afterward I reviewed these free and well-balanced plans.
Book Reviews
5K Tips for the Long Distance Runner
Long distance races are my first love, but they require lengthy training and recovery. Splashing in some 5K races is a lot of fun, hard work if you want to do well, and can teach you
Hal Higdon 5K Intermediate Plan Review
Using the Hal Higdon 5K Intermediate Plan I dropped 1:55 off my 5K personal record (PR) and 2:21 off my 10K PR. I placed in my age division 3 times in 5 races. This Hal
Final 5K Test (Hilton Head Freedom Race Recap)
Memorial Day morning I ran the Hilton Head Freedom 5K which benefited the Low Country Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes. My 8 week training program culminated in this final 5K test. Foundation member and his
Favorite Find Friday: 5K Racing Tips
Happy Friday! Today, I have 5 articles with 5K racing tips. There are tips for beginners and race strategies for those looking to improve their performance for a personal best or a medal. I enjoyed reading
Savannah Related
FlipBelt Review: Best Way to Run with Phone
I never go on a run without my FlipBelt by Level Terrain. The FlipBelt is a unisex fabric belt that fits around your waist to carry things, like your phone and keys without them bouncing
Reach Your Next Level in Running with a Paradigm Shift
In 2007 when I started the Couch to 5K program, I always referred to my activity as “jogging”. It wasn’t an inaccurate term, but I used it because the word “running” intimidated me. I wasn’t
Myofascial Release Therapy for Foot Pain
In my search for an uninjured running season, I tried myofascial release therapy sessions. I received myofascial release therapy for foot pain by a Licensed Massage Therapist, certified in the John F. Barnes’ Myofascial Release Approach. The treatment focuses on
All Resources and Reviews
Tybee Run Fest 2015: Half Marathon race recap
This was my third year running an event in the Tybee Run Fest. There are five events that add up
2014 Year Recap
2014 Year Recap January After about 9 months of inactivity and not-running, I paid for 4 races, including a marathon.
Running and Writing
I welcomed Saturday with open arms. The end of the week saw the dishes piled up, folded laundry that never
Stressed Out, Freaked Out Pace Run
I ran three miles and wrote 3.5k words on Monday. And then my week went to s*it. The calm
My First Marathon (Savannah Rock ‘n Roll)
TL;DR I really, truly could not have asked for a better first marathon. While some miles were harder than others, at
Top of the World
It was really hard to get off my butt and go run yesterday. The later in the day it gets,