I recently found myself running in a way that felt both nostalgic and liberating. For the first time in years, I went out for a run without turning on GPS, checking my pace, or logging my distance. In fact, I didn’t even upload it to Strava—something that felt like breaking a cardinal rule of running in this modern era!...
Our love story began on the trails of Van Cortlandt Park, way back in October 2005. My wife and I were at a cross-country meet in the Bronx, NY, and while others may remember their first date as a candlelit dinner, ours was fueled by the adrenaline of competition and the camaraderie of a shared passion – and later,...
Embarking on a vacation brings visions of relaxation, adventure, and, for those of us passionate about fitness, the challenge of maintaining our routines while away from familiar jogging paths. But running on vacation shouldn’t be seen merely as a way to offset those extra vacation indulgences. Instead, it’s a gateway to immersive travel experiences, offering a unique blend of...
Building a DIY home gym doesn’t have to break the bank. Whether you’re a cardio enthusiast like myself or love HIIT workouts like my wife, you can create an effective workout space even with limited space and budget. Here’s some tips to set up your home gym at different budget levels and what I went for myself.
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Introducing kids to the joy of running is more than just a lesson in physical activity; it leads to a lifestyle filled with adventure, learning, and well-being. Running offers numerous benefits for children, from improving cardiovascular health to enhancing emotional resilience. As a runner myself, I have been encouraging my kids to run, and so far, at even a...
Summer is here, and while the warm weather invites us outside, running in the heat can be challenging, and even dangerous. It brings new challenges you have to tackle as you climb out of winter hibernation: Humidity, heat, UV Rays, and more. I love summer running.
As a dad balancing work, family, and fitness, it's crucial to adapt your routine...
Ever found yourself muttering under your breath during a particularly grueling hill climb or during the last stretch of a long trail run? I swear, you’re not losing it. In fact, you're likely tapping into a powerful mental tool you didn’t know you had. Let's unpack how the seemingly silly habit of talking to myself and positive thinking not...
Welcome to the lighter side of running, where every mile is a story, and every story is, well, another story. Let's break it down, one chuckle-worthy quote at a time, to share the runner's wisdom—or lack thereof—garnered from the roads less traveled by sane people. My wife has likely heard a few of these said before. Let's dive in to...
I’m running a half marathon this weekend. I’m not racing it, just running it for fun. Most of my training has not been up to par for a half marathon race, so a fun run it is. But, if I’m not totally ready, why do it? Half marathons are in the goldilocks zone of distances, I think at least....
As a seasoned road runner, the leap to new terrains like dirt trails and, occasionally, sand, was not just a change of scenery. It was a revelation in strength, stability, and mental resilience. This is my journey of embracing the unpredictability of trail running and how it reshaped my running experience, body, and mind over the last 2 years.
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