I always get some interesting replies to my social media posts when I mention that I’m planning on doing a stair climb. Aside from good luck wishes, there are questions about how hard stair climbs are are or how long they take…
Race Recap: Mardi Gras Chaser 10K
If you’ve read any of my other posts over the last few months, you’ve probably noticed I’ve mostly been writing about races I did a few years ago and I really haven’t written about any new ones in a while. There are a couple reasons…
Race Memories: 2013 Rock n Roll Savannah Half
I technically did my first race in Georgia in 2007 while I was visiting a friend who lived in Valdosta. I didn’t Georgia off of my list after doing that one though because it was a 5K and my goal has always been…
Race Memories: Kentucky Derby Festival Mini Marathon
My first trip to Louisville, Kentucky was when my friend Jeff and I went to the Kentucky Derby in 2004. The trip was a spur of the moment decision – literally. We decided to go at about 11pm the night before the race. Jeff…
Race Memories: Country Music Marathon – Nashville
I’ve spent a lot of time in Nashville over the years. I have several friends who live there and with it only being about a 45 minute flight from Chicago (or a 6 hour drive which isn’t bad either), a trip…
MESTRENGTH: Updates and Upgrades
Back in September, I wrote a review praising MESTRENGTH sports drink mix for tasting great, not having any sugars, artificial ingredients or calories, and having more nutritional benefits than almost any other sports drink or mix on the market. None of that has changed over the…