We came to Cabo for an escapist, easy week after a challenging year work-wise. The time on the treadmill, along with the time spent poolside, makes me travel far inside my head and contemplate countless things not related to running. I focused on making a list of gratitude to help dispel some less-than-happy thoughts that […]
Archive | November, 2011
Book Reviews: How Dean Karnazes and Jim Axelrod Manage Midlife While Running Long
I recently finished two books about runners that I recommend for anyone—especially any guy—on your gift list. They’re not only about running and for runners. Midlife career shifts, friendships and father-son relationships run through “In the Long Run: A Father, a Son, and Unintentional Lessons in Happiness” by Jim Axelrod and “Run!: 26.2 Stories of […]
The Story Behind “Unbreakable,” the Anticipated Film About the Showdown at the 2010 Western States 100
“Unbreakable: The Western States 100” captures the extraordinary drama and physical effort of the 2010 Western States 100 Endurance Run. I interviewed filmmaker and ultrarunner JB Benna as he races to finish the film before screenings begin November 25. He revealed how the film took shape and turned into a year-and-a-half-long ultra-effort for him.
Crossing Continents in Istanbul: A Race Report and Recommendations for Running in Turkey
This guest post comes from Robin Devaux, a marathoner and attorney from Oakland who’s traveling around the world. She wasn’t sure what to expect as a woman running and racing in Istanbul. Here’s why the city surprised her, and why she’d gladly run the Istanbul 15K/Marathon course again.