Do I Have Mental Preparedness

Do I Have Mental Preparedness

One thing my running partner and I have talked a lot about is why do some people/runners have that dig down deep, no pain no gain, mental preparedness and others don’t, or is it that they won’t? I’m not 100% sure but our conversations have certainly gone round and...
How I Became A Runner

How I Became A Runner

At age 51 I can say I have been a runner for nearly 10 years and in many ways it has been the best 10 years of my life! Prior to this, I honestly lived pretty defeated until one day life came crashing in around me as I sat in a cancer center wondering what it was that...
This Is My Tribe

This Is My Tribe

Unless you are from the Brunswick County area you might wonder who are these people and why do they do what they do? To fill in the blanks, about 5 years ago I ran a half marathon and was really disappointed in the whole experience. My family had come to cheer me on...

How I Transition from Winter to Spring Running

I find that with every season there is a transition period in my running. I just finally get used to warm summer temperatures and it begins to cool down. Then once I’m fully adapted to running in the cold – spring has sprung! With today being the first day of spring I...
Run Sunset Beach 2017

Run Sunset Beach 2017

On May 20, 2017 an estimated 1600 Runners will make their way to this beautiful place, Sunset Beach, North Carolina.  This will be the fourth Run Sunset Beach which includes a Half Marathon, 5K and 1 Mile Turtle Trot. It is the 2nd in the BAM! Race Series hosted by...
Run Sunset Beach 2017 Route Overview

Run Sunset Beach 2017 Route Overview

Run Sunset Beach is coming up May 20th, 2017 and this is a full break-down of the routes our runners will be taking for the different events along with some spectator tips. To see a large online map of the routes, CLICK HERE   General road race words to the wise:...