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I struggled through the hot Providence Marathon, but enjoyed exploring a new state

May 15, 2023

For several years, the only East Coast state I hadn’t visited was Rhode Island. So, I found a reason to go — the Providence Marathon. After my trip this month, I’ve now been to every East Coast state, and I ran my 16th marathon in my 12th state. The Providence Marathon is held in Rhode Island’s capital of Providence, with the course taking runners into East Providence and Barrington before heading back. … More I struggled through the hot Providence Marathon, but enjoyed exploring a new state

Running Year in Review 2022: A problem resolved, two new states, a new role with ESRC, a Zestie and more

January 19, 2023

Another busy year of running has come to an end! The biggest highlight of the year was finally figuring out what was causing my problem of coughing while running. My running immediately started looking up after I was able to get a diagnosis of irritable larynx syndrome and work on new breathing strategies. Running is … More Running Year in Review 2022: A problem resolved, two new states, a new role with ESRC, a Zestie and more

I paced a successful 2:45 finish at the Rehoboth Seashore Half Marathon

December 10, 2022

Last Friday, I headed to Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, with my friend Veronica for one of my favorite race weekends of the year — the Rehoboth Seashore Marathon and Half Marathon. This was my ninth time participating in the event and my fifth year pacing the half. … More I paced a successful 2:45 finish at the Rehoboth Seashore Half Marathon

I fought the wind to earn a strong finish at the Atlantic City Marathon

October 29, 2022

Disclaimer: I received an entry to the Atlantic City Marathon to as part of being a BibRave Ambassador. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Ambassador, and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews! Once again, I was nearing the finish line of a marathon in about five hours and 34 minutes. First, it … More I fought the wind to earn a strong finish at the Atlantic City Marathon

Product Review: I tried UCAN’s new Pineapple Edge flavor and more (+ discount code)

September 9, 2022

Disclaimer: I received UCAN gels and energy bars to review as part of being a BibRave Ambassador. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Ambassador, and check out BibRave.com to find and write race reviews! With plenty of long runs on the schedule for marathon training, it’s been a great time to try UCAN’s new Pineapple … More Product Review: I tried UCAN’s new Pineapple Edge flavor and more (+ discount code)

Seven running-related ways to show that Kindness is Dope

July 29, 2022

Disclaimer: I received the Knockaround Kindness is Dope III set of sunglasses to review (and give away) as part of being a BibRave Ambassador. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Ambassador, and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews! Kindness doesn’t have to be a grand gesture to really make a difference … More Seven running-related ways to show that Kindness is Dope

Seven reasons to attend The Run Show USA in Boston this January

December 27, 2021

There’s only a little more than a month left to go till The Run Show USA in Boston this January. It’s happening Jan. 29-30 at the Hynes Convention Center, and I have my hotel and plane ticket booked. I haven’t been to Boston since 2013, and I am excited to visit the city again and check out this new event. … More Seven reasons to attend The Run Show USA in Boston this January

After two years, I had a successful return to pacing at the Rehoboth Beach Seashore Half Marathon

December 10, 2021

Since the pandemic began, there have been fewer races and, of course, fewer pacing opportunities. So, when I held up my 2:45 sign in the corral of the Rehoboth Beach Seashore Half Marathon on Saturday, Dec. 4, it would be my first time pacing a half marathon in two years. My last time pacing was … More After two years, I had a successful return to pacing at the Rehoboth Beach Seashore Half Marathon

Runner Reads: “A Runner’s High” by Dean Karnazes

December 5, 2021

Disclaimer: I received this book for free through a BibRave partnership. I don’t read as many physical books as I’d like to anymore, primarily listening to audiobooks now, but I recently finished “A Runner’s High: My Life in Motion” by Dean Karnazes and really enjoyed it. I am one of the moderators of the BibRave … More Runner Reads: “A Runner’s High” by Dean Karnazes