Category Archives: Health

61 Days Before the Chicago Marathon

Posted on 10 August 2009 by mark

I decided to take a break from running after bonking out during my seven mile run on Wednesday, the blister under my right heel begged me to stop, and feeling pain around my right heel. My body needed to recover … Continue reading →

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Flying Faster: Half Marathon Results

Posted on 3 August 2009 by mark

“Hey Mark,  look up,” I whispered to myself.   Beautiful. Simply beautiful.  The morning sun charged the skyline.  Mother Nature gave us great weather.  The wind cooled our sweaty bodies.  The temperature did not beat us senseless.  The people around … Continue reading →

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The New Running Partner

Posted on 23 July 2009 by mark

Meet my new running partner, the ASICS GT-2140. My last partner, ASICS GEL-Foundation 7,  stayed with me way past its retirement age.  The soles were well worn.  The cushion no longer cushioned.  He saw me through my first marathon.  He … Continue reading →

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Marathon Monday: Quality Week

Posted on 6 July 2009 by mark

It was a good week for running.  I did not alter my schedule.  Each run went smoothly.  The weather cooperated.  I felt very good.  To top it off, I found gear for super cheap gear for training.  Here’s hoping for … Continue reading →

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Thirty-One Days Before the Half Marathon

Posted on 2 July 2009 by mark

The half marathon is just around the corner and a couple of months after that is the Chicago Marathon.  Everything has been going a bit smoothly.  I am maintaining my weight.  I feel stronger.  Positive energy is running through my … Continue reading →

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Charity Runner for Children’s Memorial Hospital

Posted on 22 June 2009 by mark

I went back and forth this spring whether I should be a charity runner or not.  There has been a lot on my plate the past few months.  I had a lot of excuses not to do it but I … Continue reading →

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Marathon Training and Leading a Better Life

Posted on 16 June 2009 by mark

The Chicago Marathon begins in 160 days.  Today, I ran for the first time since I left for the Smoky Mountains three weeks ago.  Unlike last year, the marathon and health will be only one of two major priorities.  No … Continue reading →

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