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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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My First Half Marathon Experience
Four weeks after achieving a major milestone—running my first sub-20-minute 5K and beating my younger brother in the process—I found myself making an impulsive decision. On a whim, I decided to run my first half marathon. At the time, I…
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Running as a Family Legacy
Leaving a legacy of running has always been important to me. I started running over two decades ago, in my early 30s, and from the beginning, my family was part of the experience. My wife, Lynn, and I built running…
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The Power of Nutrition: What I’ve Learned Over the Years
I’ve read a lot of books on the power of nutrition over the years. In fact, if you ever need a gift idea for me, the latest research-backed book on proper nutrition is always a solid choice. I love digging…
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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
