

A first-timer's guide to the Boston Marathon
Soon after I could put the title “marathoner,” after my name, I became curious about the Boston Marathon. It seemed like a long shot at...


Guest column: A Boston qualifier at my first marathon
Editor's note: This is a guest column, written by my friend, co-worker and running client Cameran Richardson. I trained Cameran for a...


When rain, speed and chocolate mix together
My third Hot Chocolate race was a return to the Indianapolis version, which last year race directors cut short to a 5K for everyone due...


Four tips for destination races
As a frequent traveler and runner, I have had the pleasure of combining those two passions from time to time. Races have literally...


New year, new goals
Looking back at my 2018 running, there were an unusual number of ups and downs. And I don’t mean the elevation changes encountered during...


5 reasons to run the Key West half marathon
In mid-January when much of the United States is shivering, thoughts often turn to warmer climates like Florida for a much-needed...


Joe Gray cooks up success on variety of terrain
(Photo credit: Red Bull) For Joe Gray, diversity is the spice of life. While there may be faster runners or those who can go longer...


Top 5 reasons to run Hot Chocolate Indianapolis
I’m back for the chocolate — and the fun. The March 30 Allstate Hot Chocolate race in Indianapolis is officially on my race calendar,...


The Chicago Marathon fueled with Gatorade Endurance
Even though the Chicago Marathon was my 24th race of 26.2 miles or more, I’ve learned to respect the distance. Anything can happen on...


Fox Valley 20-miler: A PR and so much more
My training plan included a 20-miler as a final long run before my first Chicago Marathon. As I started scanning race options close to...