Marathon Training Week 1 Recap – Purple Powerade!

As I was told by a running buddy yesterday, "if you're reading this, you're probably my mom." Thanks for sticking it out with me as I continue to ramble about running, Mom. Who are we kidding? There's no WAY my mom is reading this stuff. At this point, my demographic consists or true running addicts like myself or people that …

The Starting Line (Marathon Training, Week 1)

This is it! I finally OFFICIALLY began my training when I woke up this morning. I have so much ahead of me. I'm filled with excitement and optimism. On November 11, 2017, I, Randy Birnschein, will qualify for the Boston Marathon at Richmond. I'm older and I'm wiser. I've had my share of failure and …

Keep Your Friends Close, and Your Runemies Closer

Happy Monday! In reality, happy Mondays are like unicorns, chupacabras or some other made up creature. I've never had one (vacations don't count). This week marks my last week of running for enjoyment, or at least without a plan. We all enjoy EVERY run, right? I know that's as much a myth as a happy …

Runner’s Toolbox Item #142 – Progression Runs

Hello! I'm in a chipper mood this morning for a couple of reasons. First, although it's Thursday, today is my Friday. 3 day weekends tend to give a person something to smile about. Second, I started my day out right with a 6 mile progression run. I know, I know, it's Tempo Thursday, so what …

After the Runs of Summer Have Gone

Good morning to you! I’m continuing to put my thoughts about running down for anyone to see, although not many are seeing. I think there’s some sort of trick to getting people to read that I haven’t figured out yet. Bribery, perhaps? I’ll figure it out.  This week has been a rough one. I spent …

The Training BEFORE the Training

 Hello, hello! This morning is one of those days where many of us feel like it SHOULD be a holiday, but it’s just not. Unfortunately, vacation is precious so I’ll suck up today and enjoy tomorrow. My building at work is very quiet, so I guess some have more vacation to burn than I do. …