First Interval Run Of My New #RBR Training Plan
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First Interval Run Of My New #RBR Training Plan

It was a cool morning with a hint of a light snowfall. Generally, cooler runs make for easier runs. I’m not sure what was going on with my heart rate monitor this morning as it was all over the place, reporting zero bpm. #RiverBankRun #RBR #HWI #Training #Run4Water View my workout stats…
Run finish shot in my Social Distance Runner shirt. Run Stats: Distance 4.04 miles/Average Pace 9:54 minutes per mile/Duration 39:50 minutes
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Getting Back On The Saddle, With A New App In Tow

After taking a couple of weeks off, after my virtual half marathon, I’m trying to get back into a regular running routine again. Unfortunately, the running app that I’ve been using since I started running is being retired in favor of another app. Now I’ve for a whole new setup that I need to get…
Completing My 2020 Virtual Grand Rapids Half Marathon
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Completing My 2020 Virtual Grand Rapids Half Marathon

To be honest, this morning didn’t feel like marathon day. It pretty much felt like any other morning I get up while it’s still dark, and everyone else is asleep, to go for a run. #GRMarathon #Run4Water #HWI This year has been a challenging one for running, and races, that is for sure. Most races…
Why Do I Run? No, Really, Why Do I Run?
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Why Do I Run? No, Really, Why Do I Run?

For some time now I’ve struggled with continuing to post my runs. I used to tell myself that I was trying to bring awareness to the need for clean water in the world, especially to our brothers and sisters in Sierra Leone, Africa. I feel like in the last few months I’ve lost sight of…
Virtual 5K Group Run For Clean Water
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Virtual 5K Group Run For Clean Water

Yesterday, was the #HWI annual 5K group run, though this year it was “virtual” since we can’t gather yet. It’s definitely not the same to just gather for a video call and then run on your own. Missing hearing the bells ring as I cross the finish line. Looking forward to the day when we…