The Loudoun Street Mile Race Recap – A Family Affair
May 27, 2013 marked the 26th running of the Loudoun Street Mile in Winchester, Virginia. I ran this race last year and it was the only race I thought I was going to puke after. Nice, right? It's only a mile, but going all out for that mile must have been a shock to my...
Brooks Pure Connect 2 Review
If I had the will-power to limit myself to one shoe for all occasions, the Pure Connect 2 would be it. Light enough for short races, padded enough for distance training and racing, as well as comfortable and stylish enough to wear casually. At the time of this...
Running Dad – Chris Shifflett
RUNNING DAD PROFILE: NAME: Chris Shifflett RESIDENCE: Winchester, VA AGE: 39 FAMILY: Married with 2 kids OCCUPATION: IT Consultant Why do you run? There are many reasons 1) Improve my health and lose my gut 2) It gives me an opportunity to just do something...
Snack Time! Cranberry Walnut Vanilla Yogurt Parfait
Who doesn't like a parfait? It sounds so gourmet. Anyway, I don't know how many calories it has but it has got to be pretty good for you. Here is the recipe. Grab a bowl. Add some vanilla yogurt. You can go for non-fat or, even better, greek varities. Grab a handful...
2013 Shenandoah Valley Apple Blossom Festival Races – Adult and kid races
This weekend is the Shenandoah Valley Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester, Virginia. Tens of thousands of people come to Winchester to attend a myriad of festivities including parades, parties, wine festivals, craft shows, and more. The weekend also offers two...
2013 Mid-Atlantic Tough Mudder Review
Tough Mudder returned to the Mid-Atlantic on April 20th, 2013, setting up shop in Wild and Wonderful West Virginia. This year chose a shooting range and training facility on 500 acres in Gerrardstown. After the fiasco that was the 2012 Mid-Atlantic Tough Mudder in...
Running Dad – Mark Stickley
RUNNING DAD PROFILE: NAME: Mark Stickley RESIDENCE: Winchester, VA AGE: 50 FAMILY: Married for 13+ years, 3 kids (2 boys and 1 adopted girl) OCCUPATION: Running store owner - Runner's Retreat Why do you run? I ran competitively for 32 years. It's in the blood! How...
2013 Shamrock Marathon Review
Sixteen weeks of training came to a conclusion on a cool and windy St. Patty's Day. I ran my first full marathon March 17, 2013 at the Shamrock Marathon in Virginia Beach. This experience was the ultimate test of being a Running Dad. It took a lot of patience and...
Asics Gel Lite33 Review – Marathon tested
I am updating this review since I ran my first marathon wearing the Asics Gel Lite33's. I did the majority of my long runs during my 16 week marathon training plan in these shoes. They were nice and lightweight and had just enough padding in the forefoot to get me...
Marathon Tips and Advice
Throughout my training process, fellow runners have given me some tips and advice for what to expect from my first marathon. Below are some that I found helpful. Please comment with your tips or tricks. Get up early and give yourself time to eat before the race. I...