In early February I got this crazy message from a PR firm that represents the Israel Ministry of Tourism. They wanted to know if I was interested in Traveling through Israel and run and write about the Jerusalem Marathon. After about…
It’s like they KNEW when they named this inaugural San Diego Half Marathon that is was going to be a spectacular day! The Celebration Run Half Marathon and 10K was just wonderful in every way. It’s been a tough year…
Two weeks ago I set out on a little last minute adventure. The most meaningful part of that adventure was one singular Philippine Sunset and how it changed my perspective forever. This grand adventure wasn’t completely out of character for…
If you’ve been to the Philippines, you’ve had a Mango Shake. It’s an awesome little local treat that you are greeted with at hotels. You can also pick up just about anywhere for as little as 70 PHP (about $1.6…
I saw this picture a few days ago and I thought, “Well isn’t that clever…” I run monthly community fitness challenges and they are always in the spirit of change. It seemed so fitting for all the folks who play…
What a difference a year makes… I’ve had a hard time getting this 2014 Boston Marathon Recap started. I think it’s because so much happened in such a short period of time and I’m pretty sure my words won’t be…
You have have heard of the term “SkinnyTini” but you may not know that I actually filed for and owned the original trademark for that term. And this is the true backstory of how the The Original SkinnyTini came to…
It’s been over a 3 weeks since I’ve been home from my short, 10 day trip to Bali — but my Adventures in Bali are still sticking to me. Typically, after a long vacation I’m rested and ready to get…
I always write a post after a race. I’m a runner and blogger, that’s what we do. I had scheduled to post a “2013 Boston Marathon Recap” on April 17, 2013 back in February. But I didn’t anticipate this experience….
I had so much fun yesterday and the 2013 Carlsbad Half Marathon! I’m not sure I can put it properly into words. So I stitched together a ton of fun photos from the day and I’m going to attempt to…