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Texas Big Star Half Marathon: Nailing My Goal
On April 12, 2025, I toed the line at the Texas Big Star Half Marathon in Frisco, TX. This annual event, now in its 10th year, is organized by the Frisco Chamber Foundation and benefits local charities, including the Collin…
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My Experience with Project Lean Nation
Over the last couple of months, Lynn and I have been experimenting with Project Lean Nation (PLN), and it’s quickly become a convenient and effective part of our fitness and nutrition routine. For a little background, Project Lean Nation is…
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Don’t Stop Moving: How Running Helps Me Manage Stress
In November 2006, I crossed the finish line of my very first marathon. It was a huge milestone. I had trained hard, hit my goal, and after the race, I did what a lot of first-time marathoners are told to…
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My First Marathon: The Space Coast 26.2
After recovering from the back injury that sidelined me from my second half marathon, I took an extended break from racing. I didn’t run another half for a couple of years after 2004, but instead, I set my sights on…
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Learning the Hard Way: Running with Back Pain
Back in 2004, after running my first half marathon on a whim and surprising myself with how well it went, I decided I wanted to see what I could really do with a structured training plan. That summer, I signed…
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Why MyFitnessPal is My Go To for Nutrition Tracking
One of the most powerful tools in my nutrition and fitness journey is MyFitnessPal, and I’ve been using it for over a decade. Whether I’m trying to lose weight, maintain it, or—like now—put on muscle, this app has been a…
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100+
Races Completed
From Chicago to Stockholm I have completed 7 marathons, 22 half marathons, and over 70 5K/10K races.
70 lbs
Weight Lost
From my college peak weight of 240 pounds, I lost 70 pounds through exercise and proper nutrition, and I have maintained a healthy weight for over 30 years.
20+
Years of Running
I started running consistently at the age of 32 and have logged over 20,000 miles over 20+ years
