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...
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...
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 it's at the start line of the NYC marathon with...
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...
In every family, certain legacies and traditions weave through the generations like threads in a tapestry, binding members with invisible yet unbreakable bonds. In my family, one of those binding threads is running—a constant, pulsing line that connects us, challenges us, and teaches us. It's a legacy not marked by grand ceremonies but by the quiet passing of the...
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...
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!...
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...
Running is one of the simplest forms of exercise. All you have to do is lace up your shoes, head out, and start running. But if you’ve ever felt like your runs were getting repetitive, or boring, you’re not alone. Over the years, I’ve become burnt out by running because it can get boring at times. So, I’ve found...
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...
