Special Topics Archives - Page 2 of 3

In Praise of Ultra Runners

May 31, 2019
Blog, Special Topics, The Mindful Way

I'm reading The Rise of the Ultra Runners by Adharanad Finn, getting psyched about our upcoming "Save Your Running" Workshop with Jae Gruenke. Jae specializes in applying the Feldenkrais Method to running and the therapy is a good fit for The Way of Running and how I coach.

Invoking the Vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

January 19, 2019
Blog, Special Topics, The Mindful Way

Millions of people around the world regard New Year’s Day as a time to take stock of their lives and to make “resolutions” to get back on track with their life goals. But experts suggest that our resolutions are more likely to stick if they are made on a day that is personally meaningful to us.

The Magic of the Berlin Marathon

November 6, 2018
Blog, Special Topics, The Winning Way

The city, once devastated by Allied bombs, divided by the Wall, then reunited and reborn as one of the most creative multi-cultural centers of the world. There is no other marathon anywhere that has seen so many global records.

Rocky Mountain High: Running & Addiction

February 22, 2018
Blog, Special Topics

There's often a fine line between a healthy, productive enthusiasm or even "obsession" for an activity that we love; and, on the other hand, compulsion or addiction that ends up causing us harm. When is "too much of a good thing" a good thing -- and when is it simply too much?

The Genius of Childhood Spurs an Adventure Classic

September 26, 2017
Blog, Special Topics

The dream was to get around the world in 80 days. To get back here in 78 days and change is an absolute dream come true. When I left here, I felt like a lot of people were excited by the idea but thought it was impossible. The success of cycling around the world in 80 days shows that what seemed impossible is possible and has redefined the limits of endurance sport.