"Running is the new golf." If you’ve heard this phrase floating around, you might be wondering “does that really hold up?”
On the surface, it makes sense. Both running and golf bring people together, create shared experiences, and offer a break from the daily grind. But while golf has long been the official networking sport, running is carving out its...
Welcome to Dadjogger, where the paths of running, fitness, and fatherhood intersect. I'm Will, a lifelong runner and a devoted dad. This blog is my journey, a blend of the world of running and the rewards of parenting, and maybe a few other random things as well.
1. A Runner's Journey: From Childhood to Fatherhood
Early Beginnings in Elementary School: My...
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...
For as long as I can remember, the Boston Marathon has been on my bucket list. Not just as a race, but as the race—the one that every runner, deep down, hopes to one day be a part of. Yet, despite running for most of my life, I’ve never actually taken the steps to qualify. Until now.
The Race That’s...
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 the track has shaped my approach to fatherhood, one mile...
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,...
You know those runs where you’re flying through scenic trails, feeling strong, soaking in the crisp morning air? Yeah… that’s not how this training cycle went.
This winter, my training plan looked a little more like a hostage negotiation between me, my schedule, and the weather. Between work picking up, the kids' sports calendar flipping faster than my GPS signal...
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...
It’s common to make mistakes in life, and running is no different. Sometimes the mistake results in a humbling call for a rescue when you can't make it back home on your own. Other times it’s an unexpected encounter with a bee that turns your planned long run into a painful walk back home. So how to we avoid...
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!...
