Run Faster. Run Longer. Don't Get Hurt.
Posted by George Parker onRun Faster. Run Longer. Don’t Get Hurt. I was on a call today with Michael Silva, a nationally known physical therapist, exercise physiologist, and certified strength and conditioning specialist. He told me these three things...
The World Is Your Oyster. Don't Forget Your Sword
Posted by George Parker onMost of us have heard the famous saying, "The world is your oyster," but few are acquainted with its lesser-known continuation: "which I with sword will open." This profound insight from Shakespeare encapsulates a timeless...
Turn Left – Not onto Boylston Street
Posted by George Parker onAs I neared the end of my long run, my phone buzzed. It was Friday, and I'd come to prefer tackling my long runs on this day, especially with the chaotic weekends filled with kids'...
Thumping of Feet
Posted by George Parker onI can't think of another time I hear the Thumping of Feet. There's a moment in most of the races I have run where everything is quiet. It's past the opening salvo and excitement of...
I Have Hit The Celing
Posted by George Parker onLast week, an entrepreneurial group I am part of hosted a Learning Day where outside speakers shared valuable insights on running a small business. When I started Peregrune in 2017, I never envisioned myself as...
No One Runs Alone
Posted by George Parker onThe New York City Marathon proudly proclaims, "Nobody Ever Runs Alone." While running may appear to be a solitary endeavor, it's far from it. In the world of running, there's always a community and a...
Forward Is A Pace
Posted by George Parker onAs a network broadcaster for this year's New York City Marathon, my favorite Peloton Tread Instructor Becs Gentry shared a simple yet powerful message: "Forward is a Pace." In the world of running, it's easy to...
Nothing Is Impossible
Posted by George Parker onThere’s a scene in the Star Wars movie The Last Jedi where the lead character Rey is struggling with a task. Her master General Leia kindly reminds her that “Nothing is impossible.” Rey nods in...
Living In The Gain
Posted by George Parker onIn 2013, I ran the New York City Marathon. That feels like a lifetime ago, given the changes in my life, career, and my growth as a runner. Fast forward to today, and I'm aiming...
Turning Weaknesses into Strengths
Posted by George Parker onIn the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, few names resonate as powerfully as Jean Jacques Machado. His prowess on the mat, his technique, and his tenacity are legendary. But what many find most remarkable is not...
"I have to run"
Posted by George Parker on"I have to run." I must have uttered this phrase daily for over a decade. No other phrase gives me spouse such consternation as "I have to run." Do you want to go to lunch?...
Better Call Saul for Running Lessons
Posted by George Parker onDuring a recent treadmill run, I was re-watching "Breaking Bad" to pass the time. In one of the episodes, Walter White found himself in a challenging situation. Discussing his troubles with his lawyer, Saul Goodman,...
Billy Big Gulp: Community of Runners
Posted by George Parker onThere was a gas station down the road from my high school. My memory is over twenty years old so the gas station may be gone now. After cross-country practice, my friends and I regularly...
Running the Infinite Race: Drawing Inspiration from Simon Sinek
Posted by George Parker onSimon Sinek, celebrated leadership consultant and author, has always challenged conventional wisdom. In his enlightening book "The Infinite Game," he introduces a concept that can redefine how we approach challenges. In "The Infinite Game," Sinek...
State, Story, & Strategy: Running with Tony Robbins
Posted by George Parker onTony Robbins, the renowned motivational speaker, offers a transformative approach for tackling life's challenges: "State, Story, and Strategy." Before diving deep into solutions, Robbins emphasizes the fundamental step of changing one's state. Facing a challenge?...