Post marathon recovery
Torment, frustration, and concern have ruled my days since I completed the marathon. For 14 days I...
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Author: Chris Tubbs
Houston Marathon Race Report (Part 3 of 3)
Since this was my first marathon, I knew post-race I would have a lot to absorb. I would learn,...
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Houston Marathon Race Report (Part 2 of 3)
Pushing through the second half of the race At mile 14, the sun was up and I was near the...
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Houston Marathon Race Report (part 1 of 3)
Anxiety ruled the night The morning of Jan 19, 2020, was cold (~45°F). I was in bed by 9:30 but...
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Marathon anticipation
Tomorrow I will run my first marathon. The last two days have been an emotional and psychological...
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The amazing impact of a focused diet
After only 1 1/2 weeks of following a prescribed diet, I blew myself away with the results of my...
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Discovering Road rash
Road rash, runner’s rash, and chafing are well-known issues with endurance sports. Cyclists...
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One Glass of whiskey
Apparently, I’ve become very sensitive to alcohol. Perhaps this is a result of intentionally...
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Reluctantly adding a nutritionist to my team
No one does “it” alone… Since the beginning of my Ironman journey, I’ve...
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