COVID-19: What is the impact on Runners around the USA?

By: David Willard April 10, 2020 No doubt, it is an understatement to say that covid-19 has had a major impact on all our lives. But that impact varies depending on where we live and how active the outbreak and restrictions are in our area of the world. As part of an online running and […]

COVID-19: What is the impact on Runners around the World?

By: David Willard April 10, 2020 No doubt, it is an understatement to say that covid-19 has had a major impact on all our lives. But that impact varies depending on where we live and how active the outbreak and restrictions are in our area of the world. As part of an online running and […]

COVID-19 – Should I Still Be Running?

The coronavirus pandemic is a fluid and rapidly evolving situation. Many of you have asked, “Should I still be running during this crisis?” Am I more likely to catch coronavirus while running? Do I pose a risk to others while running? I personally am in a high-risk category of 60 years and older. Therefore, I […]

10 Cold Weather Running Tips

by David Willard Image credit to Trainer Academy (https://traineracademy.org/) Let’s face it, cold weather running can be a challenge, especially when the real feel temperatures are below freezing and the wind is blowing. So, what is a runner to do during several months of cold, winter weather? Following are a handful of tips to help […]

20 Strategies to Help Motivate You When You Don’t Feel Like Running

There’s a famous sporting goods company that uses the slogan “Just do it!” While this mindset may work for some, it certainly doesn’t work for everyone. Even the most determined athletes face stretches in their training where they struggle for motivation. Maybe it’s cold or hot or rainy, maybe you had a tough day at […]

A Motivating 5k – The Wounded Hero 5k

On June 14, 2014, I had the honor of participating in the Wounded Hero 5k in Warminster, PA. Was it the best organized 5k? No. Did it have the best bling, best food & drinks or best after run events? No. But was it one of the most inspiring and motivational 5k’s – or for […]