How To Start Running Again Over 60
Posted by George Parker onCongratulations! Whether new to running or coming back, it is never too late. Your reason for being here does not matter; all that matters is that you have committed to becoming a healthier, happier, and...
How To Start Running Again Over 50
Posted by George Parker onCongratulations! Whether new to running or coming back, it is never too late. Your reason for being here does not matter; all that matters is that you have committed to becoming a healthier, happier, and...
How To Start Running Again Over 40
Posted by George Parker onCongratulations! Whether new to running or coming back, it is never too late. Your reason for being here does not matter; all that matters is that you have committed to becoming a healthier, happier, and...
Weekend Long Run - February 27, 2021
Posted by George Parker onWeekly Running Log Here is your weekly recap of running topics I have been exploring. Workout topic I wrote -Best ZWIFT Running Routes. ZWIFT is transforming treadmill running. I'm a huge ZWIFT fan and I have maxed out the...
Book Review
Treadmill Training by Alberto Salazar
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Treadmills are a valuable training tool if you know how to use them. Treadmill Training and Workout Guide by Alberto Salazar and Len Sherman elevates treadmills' role in running training. Alberto published this book in partnership...
2020 Boston Marathon - Week 9 Training Recap
Posted by George Parker on9 weeks down and 9 weeks to go! Halfway mark. I'm feeling fit and smooth. I ran "George equivalent" 64 miles this week (61 miles + 90 minutes of BJJ). Three running workouts including 6x800...
Week 6 - Boston Marathon Training Recap
Posted by George Parker onWeek 6 down, 12 weeks to go!I made my goal of 60 miles this week behind two works (speed and tempo) and a handful of easy runs. I took a full rest day on Saturday...
Boston Marathon Training - Week 5
Posted by George Parker onFive weeks down and Thirteen left. And, at the moment, nothing to complain about.I finished the week with 55 miles --- 10% increase vs. previous week. I considered pushing to 60 miles, but I have...
Boston Marathon Training - Week 4
Posted by George Parker onWeek 4 done! *Knock on wood* I’m feeling good and strong. I finished this week right at 50 miles plus an extra 90 minutes of cardio cross-training. I had two workouts this week and 4...
Perihelion
Posted by George Parker onWhen you ditch the headphones and run, sometimes you notice things. Or, maybe even learn something new. This afternoon, I ran my normal neighborhood loop. Around mile 3, I crested a hill on top of...
My First Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Class
Posted by George Parker onCross-training has never been a big part of my running regimen. Mainly, as a professional worker and family guy, the time doesn't seem to exist. Aside from basic calisthenics, running has been my primary focus. ...
I missed my race
Posted by George Parker onThis past Saturday, I missed my morning race. It's an awful feeling. Almost as bad as missing a flight, which is an awful felling. And, it was 100% my fault that I missed the race. ...
Running Origin Story
Posted by George Parker onI have spent a lot of time with entrepreneurs. One of the first things you will hear from a founding team is their origin story - that story that details the eureka moment when a...
California International Marathon
Posted by George Parker onRace recap on Breaking 3 hours I did it! On Sunday, I ran under 3 hours at the California International Marathon (“CIM”) in Sacramento, California. My time was 2:58:54. I am beyond thrilled to exceed...