Pre-Race
It was 5am and the alarm went off. It was time to get up and get ready for the Shore2Shore 50k Race. The kids were all sleeping, but Kelly and I were already changing, packing, and preparing mentally the race. This one: The Shore2Shore 50k Ultra Marathon from Heckscher...
With the beat of footsteps on the pavement, every runner finds their reason for running and their personal cadence (speed of each step). Sometimes, you may also discover your different preferences for running. Running solo, running with a partner, or running in a group can help shape your training,...
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As a dad, a jogger, and someone who's lived through the highs and lows of running, I've discovered a profound truth: running is much more than a physical challenge. It's a mental marathon, a path that's taught me resilience, joy, and the importance of just taking that first step—whether...
The journey to fatherhood, the first time around, is a whirlwind of emotions, from surreal joy to bone-chilling fear. Picture this: you're sitting in the doctor's office, gazing at the screen as the ultrasound reveals the tiny, fluttering heartbeat of your unborn child. You can see every valve of...
As a dad and an avid runner (learn more about me here), I've pounded the pavement and navigated the wild terrain of parenting, often finding the two experiences are more alike than they seem. Both are marathons, not sprints, filled with highs, lows, and the unexpected. Here's how hitting...
