If you’re running the Philadelphia marathon or half marathon this Sunday, there’s a chance that I might see you. I will be cheering the runners on from a couple of places on the course. I’m sticking to the same basic plan as last...

I ran three miles this afternoon at marathon pace. The route that I took was the same as my three mile run last Saturday. Taper runs seem so short. They’re too quick to get in a comfortable groove. I discovered when I got home that my time today was...

Election day is a state holiday in New Jersey. My wife started a new job recently so I drove up this afternoon to see where she works. On the way back home, I wanted to stop at the Road Runner Sports store in North Brunswick. I had a general idea of...

When Flyers26 suggested that we meet up for my last long run before the marathon, I jumped at the chance. I told him beforehand that I would be running my pace, no matter how fast he ran. We tend to push the pace when we run together. We met at 7am and...

Ran three miles this morning at marathon pace. It was partly cloudy and 64 degrees. The current forecast for Harrisburg on race day is Ice changing to rain; colder. At race start 31 degrees, real feel 18 degrees. Winds from the WNW at 13. Taper...

I’ve been attending training remotely this week from home. It has been perfect for my taper. I get to sleep in and wear comfy clothes all day. I went for a run today after training ended. It was nice change from the last few days where I have jumped...