Seashore Nature Trail 50k – Race Recap

Seashore Nature Trail 50k – Race Recap

When Sara asked me if I would run a 50K in Virginia Beach with her, I gladly agreed. I have coached her through several marathons and knew she was ready to try a new distance. Would I be able to run a race without racing, though? Could I quell those competitive juices and just enjoy a nice long run with a friend? Would she be able to put up with me for several hours? What if I am the one that struggles?

All of those questions were answered Saturday, December 17, when Sara and I ran the Seashore Nature Trail 50K. (more…)

2016 JFK 50 Mile Race Recap. Oops, I did it again …

2016 JFK 50 Mile Race Recap. Oops, I did it again …

My exact words last year when I wrote about my first Ultramarathon experience, the JFK 50 Miler in Boonsboro, Maryland were:

“Such a terrible idea.”

I reiterated those sentiments several times in the article. See for yourself: http://www.runningdad.com/30-past-races/jfk-50-race-recap/

Somehow, though, those words did not sink in and I ended up back in Boonsboro this year for the 54th Annual JFK 50.

Short memory?

Glutton for punishment?

Looking for redemption?

Agreeable drunk?
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‘Tis Almost Treadmill Season. Get the Most Out of Your Treadmill Workout

‘Tis Almost Treadmill Season. Get the Most Out of Your Treadmill Workout

Days are growing shorter. Temperatures are dropping. Running outside is not as fun as it was just a few weeks ago. For most runners, that means running less, or taking their running indoors. I try and run outside as much as I can. Icy roads and bitter cold can force even the toughest runner inside to do their workouts on a treadmill. You can still get a great workout without the stimulation of the great outdoors. Check out these great tips and ideas from Fix.com. AND DON’T FORGET to use the safety tether. I have scars on my shins from a nasty spill a few years ago. (more…)

The Great Stroller Showdown – Neff vs. Wardian

The Great Stroller Showdown – Neff vs. Wardian

Calum Neff tackles the Toronto Waterfront Marathon this weekend, attempting to break fellow Running Dad, Mike Wardian’s, World Record for pushing a stroller the 26.2 miles. The time to beat is 2:42:21. Cal currently holds the record for fastest half marathon while pushing a stroller.

GO CAL ( and Alessandra)!

You can learn more about this record breaking attempt at Cal’s website – www.neff.run – and he will be live streaming the event on his Facebook page.

Below are the Running Dad Interviews for both Mike and Cal.

From a recent press release:

Calum has run 2:22 in the marathon (without a stroller), was a collegiate runner at the University of Houston, and has many impressive results to his name from one mile to ultra-marathons (distances greater than 26.2 miles typically covered over mountainous trails).

Neff says, “My family and I are really looking forward to being in Toronto for the marathon, it’s a place my wife and I both call “home base” throughout our lives with lots of family in the area. We are dedicating this race to my wife’s mother, Judy Kozak, who is currently undergoing treatment in Toronto with her third round of cancer. Being with family over the Canadian Thanksgiving is the most important thing right now. At the end of the week Aley and I are excited to tour Toronto with the stroller, we’ve enjoyed the journey in training together as its been such a good bonding experience for us. My kids really do love their stroller runs and to immerse her in a world class event on the heels of Canada’s best distance runners at her age will be something she will never forget. Training has been up and down with various sicknesses, which are expected with kids, in the last two weeks around our house and a pesky calf muscle but based on our latest runs we have a good shot at the record.” FULL PRESS RELEASE

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Wineglass Marathon 2016 – Race Recap

Wineglass Marathon 2016 – Race Recap

Corning, New York, is home to the fun and friendly Wineglass Marathon. This quaint and charming town has played host to thousands of runners chasing their marathon dreams for the past 35 years. This point-to-point race starts in Bath, New York, and winds through farmland and the small communities surrounding Corning. Located in the New York Finger Lakes Region, this fall marathon provides a backdrop of changing leaves and beautiful countryside. An overall net downhill course, Wineglass has become a favorite for first-time marathoners, runners seeking a new personal best time, and that elusive BQ (Boston Qualifying marathon time). The peaceful setting and laid back atmosphere takes a lot of stress out of marathon weekend that you can face at some of the “bigger” marathons.

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