Dad Jogger

Life has a funny way of hiding its most important lessons in unexpected places. Sports is one of those sneaky teachers. Beyond the sweat, sore muscles, and victory laps, sport shapes more than our bodies. It transforms our minds and spirits.  Through years of running, training, and parenting, I’ve discovered how sports offers lessons that extend far beyond the track...

Ah, running. Whether you're a proud pavement pounder like me or someone who avoids it like the gym on January 2nd (you know all those people claiming to get healthy this year), you've probably wondered: Is running actually healthy? Many shout about bad knees, while enthusiasts claim it's the elixir of life with the runner's high. Let’s settle this...

Every year, January 1 rolls around with a sense of promise, and let’s be honest, a touch of pressure. We pledge to run more, eat better, or finally tackle that closet, only to find ourselves right back to square one by February, with a list of subscriptions to cancel (looking at you gym membership). If you’ve ever broken a...

Another lap around the sun means another chance to lace up, set some bold goals, and work on becoming a better runner, dad, and person. Last year was a mix of highs and learning experiences (code for "some wins and some losses"), and as I look ahead, I’m setting goals (or resolutions as many might call them) that feel...

As the calendar prepares for its flip to January, there’s something almost magical about a fresh start. For us dads, it’s the perfect time to reset, refocus, and maybe even lace up those running shoes. Regardless, I've pulled together 100 resolutions for dads, or really anyone, to help you crush a personal best or simply keep pace with your...

This past weekend, I participated in my second backyard ultra marathon. It was a test of physical endurance, mental fortitude, and adaptability. While I finished with 7 loops (29.16 miles or, if you're counting, over 60,000 steps), which matched my performance from last year, this race was different. I completed my loops faster, and more importantly, I felt a...

Tomorrow, I’ll be taking on a Backyard Ultra Marathon, a unique and grueling race format where runners complete a 4.167-mile loop every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains. It’s a true test of endurance, strategy, and, maybe most importantly, mental toughness.  I ran this race last year. I plan to do even better than that performance! I’m...

I’m the kind of person who strives to be on time, or even early. I can’t stand being late unless there’s a clear expectation that lateness is acceptable (looking at you, casual backyard BBQs). For everything else, being punctual matters, at least to me. But as any dad knows, getting kids out the door on time can feel like trying...

Move over, energy gels and interval training, science* has revealed an untapped performance enhancer for runners everywhere: dad jokes. That’s right. Those groan-worthy puns you force your kids to endure might just be the key to shaving precious seconds off your PR. While elite runners obsess over VO2 max and carbon-plated shoes, we’re here to ask the hard-hitting question no...

Over the past few years, new trends have been popping up that encourage us to rethink our relationship with alcohol. Along with No-Shave November, we now have the “sober curious” movement, Dry January, and a bunch of drinking apps to keep drinking habits in check. It’s clear that there’s a growing interest in sober or sober-ish living. More and...