Run CRANDIC fills a race void in Iowa
As the first Run CRANDIC approaches, it’s quite possible — even probable — that no one is more excited than Ara Ispentchian. The race —...
Run CRANDIC, a race a decade in the making
In April, the first Run CRANDIC race will be held, culminating a decade’s worth of work by Angie Maske-Berka and other coordinators. The...
When a DNS is the right call
When I first wrote about the A1A Marathon in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., I mentioned that “it didn’t take me long to sign up for my first...
Six fun facts about the Hot Chocolate race series
Six weeks until my second All State Hot Chocolate 15K, I am looking forward to the race which mixes fun, a good race experience and — of...
The BibRave 100: A look into the list of top races
As any runner knows, there are countless online articles and listicles featuring “the top road races in America,” “10 must-do races,”...
How to train in the cold for a warm race
Right now, much of the northeast United States is in the icy grips of winter. During my run two days ago in Ohio, the real feel...
A small race with big heart in a festive town
When a work commitment takes you out of state, what do you do? For me, it means looking to see what race options are available....
Hot Chocolate 15K: Dipping into the fun of the run
Running goals are up to the individual runner, of course. Some seek out BQs, fast times or podium finishes. Others set goals like running...
The lure of rolling hills
Call it serendipity. I had expected to finish off my 2017 racing season with the Hot Chocolate 15K in St. Louis. But after a week off...
Honor Run race review: The good, the bad and the hilly
This year I focused on goals such as my first 50-miler and qualifying for the Boston Marathon. That left little time in my calendar for...
