Tag: Running
Fleet Feet Montgomery
I started running just over a year ago. I’d never done it before, but I figured it was worth a try: something I could do on my own time, outdoors, without the many ways a gym can overload your senses. I’ve written here before about other fitness adventures. I’ve tried the fabulous personal trainers at […]
Fresh Beatz for Your Feetz
Most runners love a good playlist. There are some who believe listening to the meditative pattern of breath and footsteps, unimpeded by bumping bass, is more virtuous. Personally, I find value in both. It must be a scientifically proven fact, however, that music can help us hold a pace, energize and motivate us, and perhaps […]
Race Review: Capitol 10 Miler
Last Saturday a brand new race debuted in Montgomery called the Capitol 10 Miler. Organized by Fleet Feet Sports Montgomery and Centerpoint Church, the 10 mile race was set on the second Saturday of October to offer a long distance run for those who enjoyed running the Montgomery Half Marathon at this time. The Montgomery […]
Run Local
One of the great things about becoming a runner is the community of other runners that you will discover. No matter where you live, there are other people hitting the pavement or the trail every day just like you. While running alone can be meditative and very important, running with a friend or a group […]
Now is the Time
This moment in time – when temperatures are rising, the breeze is turning from an icy razor blade into a gentle waft of mild air against skin warmed by sun – this is the perfect time to get out and run. The trees are popping out little yellow-green leaves and pink blossoms. Grass is turning […]
Running: A Pain in the *$%!
I recently read a running quote that went something like “Success in running is learning to love your discomfort zone.” Sentiments like this are why many people believe that runners really are insane. I guess that’s because only crazy people would willingly continue to do something that is uncomfortable, sometimes painful, and actually enjoy it. […]
Everything you need to know to run the Montgomery Half Marathon
So, the MGM 13.1 is next weekend. Are you registered? If not, do it! This is an outstanding race and you’ll love it! Only if you’re trained for 13.1 miles though. If not, do the 5K. It’s pretty sweet, too. First of all, if you haven’t run this race before you need to know that […]
“What’s that on your leg?”
Let’s face it. Running can get gross. There’s a lot of nature that you’re going to encounter on the road or on the trails as a runner. Sometimes the ick factor is going to fly into your face (or mouth!) and sometimes it’s actually going to fly out of you. From loogies to gnats to […]
How to Pick a Race
If you’re new to running, you might be considering your first race. A race gives you a deadline and a goal. The first goal might be just to finish and when you’ve done a few, maybe to finish under a certain time. Whether it’s a 5k, 10K or half marathon, you have to start somewhere […]
Running for Good
Pretty much every race out there has a charity connected to it. Montgomery has a fair share of them, from the Joy to Life’s annual Walk of Life, to the chilly Jingle Bell run for Arthritis in December, to the brand new Shamrock Shuffle coming up next weekend to raise funds for the Montgomery Junior […]
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