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2023 Flying Pig Marathon Recap
Course & Race Strategy / Training & Race

2023 Flying Pig Marathon Recap

May 7th, 2023 will be a day thousands of Flying Pig Marathon runners will never forget. Every marathon I have done is memorable in it's own way, but this year's…

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May 17, 2023
2023 Carmel Half Marathon Recap
Course & Race Strategy / Training & Race

2023 Carmel Half Marathon Recap

First off, I have never run a half marathon race in the buildup to a marathon before. My main race this spring is the Flying Pig Full Marathon on May…

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April 21, 2023
5 Crucial Marathon Training Mistakes You Need to Avoid
General Training Advice / Training & Race

5 Crucial Marathon Training Mistakes You Need to Avoid

Marathon season is right around the corner! If you are running a fall marathon, then you should be right in the thick of training. Running a marathon is a huge…

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September 13, 2022
Flying Pig Half Marathon Review
Course & Race Strategy / Training & Race

Flying Pig Half Marathon Review

I am blessed to live in a city that annually hosts one of the best running events in the country. The Flying Pig Marathon Weekend is packed with awesome events,…

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April 14, 2022
2021 Spring Season: The Year Where Racing Returns?
Training & Race

2021 Spring Season: The Year Where Racing Returns?

This week officially begins my 2020 Chicago Marathon training! To be honest, it seems like I have been training for awhile now, but here we are, 18 weeks out from the big day.

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January 11, 2021
Flying Pig Marathon Review & Course Guide
Course & Race Strategy / Training & Race

Flying Pig Marathon Review & Course Guide

Everybody remembers their first ___________. First memories are powerful and can shape your future. First dates, first cars, first time leaving the country, the list can go on and on.…

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May 22, 2020
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