by Running Dad | Nov 11, 2014 | Race Reviews
Let me set the stage for you.
It’s Friday the 13th.
It is the night of a full moon.
A group of eight friends are going camping.
While they are at it, they decide to take a nice little run in the middle of the night in the dark, foggy forest.
Is this a preview for the newest installment of the adventures of Jason Voorhees of the Friday the 13th slasher films?
No. It is the Ragnar Trail Relay Race in Wild and Wonderful West Virginia.
Cue the banjo music. (more…)
by Running Dad | Nov 6, 2014 | Running Tips
A runner’s cadence is the number of strides in a period of time. Having a quicker cadence can help to improve running form and prevent injury. (more…)
by Running Dad | Oct 10, 2014 | Running Tips
I confess. I am a high fiver. I high five other runners. I high five course marshals. I high five spectators.
Who doesn’t love a sweaty high five? (more…)
by Running Dad | Oct 7, 2014 | Running Dad Interviews
RUNNING DAD PROFILE:
NAME: Chris Northrup
RESIDENCE: Winchester, VA
AGE: 51
FAMILY: Spouse: Robin, Kids: Chris, Jr. (23), Thomas (20), James (17), Patrick (14)
OCCUPATION: Director Hi-Five Sports Camp
Intro: Chris and I have been battling it out on the local race courses for a couple years. We seem to go back and forth beating each other and have formed a friendly rivalry. I know it has made me a stronger runner. I decided to find out what makes Chris tick. Maybe learn some of his tricks so I can get a competitive edge. (more…)
by Running Dad | Oct 3, 2014 | For Lucas
The names have been drawn. Watch the video of the drawing from October 2, 2014.
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