Running is in the DNA of Eugene, Oregon. It’s like a sacred undercurrent pulsing through every part of the city, with the strongest beat coming from Historic Hayward Field. I had the incredible fortune to go to Track Town USA for the first time to watch the 2016 US Olympic Track and Field Trials with the Brooks Running […] Read more
Last year, I started my Runner’s Report Card to put new running products, gadgets, fuel and apparel to the test. As a runner, marathon coach and someone who writes about all aspects of running, companies often reach out to me to test their products and provide feedback. Since the beginning of 2016, I’ve tested a number […] Read more
I’m in a long-term, serious relationship with my running shoes. Yes, I’ve had a love affair with the Brooks Running PureCadence since they were first introduced more than four years ago. Like any serious relationship, we’ve gone through changes together. My running journey has experienced immense growth in the years we’ve been “sole mates.” From […] Read more
One of the beautiful things about running is that you can simply lace up your shoes and go. That is, if you can figure out which shoe is right for you. With dozens of brands and hundreds of models promising all sorts of different benefits and groundbreaking materials, it’s enough to make a runner’s head […] Read more
People often ask me why I love running. It isn’t a simple answer. There’s the sense of empowerment it brings – the way I feel after accomplishing something I once thought was impossible. There’s the personal strength I gain from overcoming adversity and being stronger than my desire to stop or quit. There’s the feeling of […] Read more