A few running-filled days in the D.C. area: The RRCA National Convention and the Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run

I’ve been on the board of the Eastern Shore Running Club since 2015, and I’ve been interested in attending the RRCA National Convention for a long time. This spring, it was not too far from my home, and I finally had a chance to attend. Similarly, I’ve heard great things about the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run for years, but this was the first time I participated. Both were great experiences! … More A few running-filled days in the D.C. area: The RRCA National Convention and the Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run

Ocean City Running Festival Half Marathon: Fun with friends, consistent pace and sore feet

I had a great half marathon race earlier this year at the Salisbury Half Marathon, so time-wise, I wasn’t sure if the Ocean City Running Festival Half Marathon would compare. And I was a decent amount slower at the Ocean City race, which was Saturday, Nov. 2. However, my race went much better than the inaugural Ocean City race in 2023, which was unseasonably hot. … More Ocean City Running Festival Half Marathon: Fun with friends, consistent pace and sore feet

My running word for the second quarter of 2024: Fun

It’s been a busy year, so I’ve moved to doing quarterly wrap-ups, at least for now. I participated in a lot of unique, scenic and otherwise enjoyable running activities this quarter, so I’m picking “fun” as my second quarter word. And it’s only in quotes because I’m describing a word, not because it was not … More My running word for the second quarter of 2024: Fun