Why is it that when something sad or frustrating happens in our lives, we always say – either to ourselves or to others – “Everything happens for a reason?” It’s such a cliché, but I found myself saying it this afternoon when I saw these words in my email: “Regrettably, we are unable to accept your application…” I […] Read more
Do you like to talk about running? Do you like to learn new running tips and find out about new running gear? Do you like to meet other runners? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’re going to love The Run – a new online community by Brooks Running to bring runners from every […] Read more
It was 7 a.m. when I finished a short speed workout on the treadmill at my hotel gym. I had just pressed the button that would take me back to my room to shower and get ready for a long day of meetings when a coworker stepped into the elevator. Oh dear, I just love being decked out in […] Read more
Six years ago, running the Boston Marathon wasn’t on my bucket list. I didn’t know about the qualifying standards and truthfully, I didn’t care. It was just another big marathon in a sea of many great races to be run. As I grew as a runner – both mentally and physically – I began to […] Read more
Imagine putting your running clothes and shoes on, stepping in the shower (with all your clothes and shoes still on), turning it on and running in place. That’s exactly what my run was like yesterday. It was 6 p.m., I was stressed beyond belief and I still had to drive four hours to north Florida. […] Read more