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Author Archives: subthree
Read it. Run it: Wascally Wabbit III Trail Race
The race: Wascally Wabbit III Location: French Village, Nova Scotia When: Early May Distances: 11. 7, 23.4, 50 and 80 km Why do it: Because you enjoy feeling like a kid and running through puddles and mud Swag: Great draw … Continue reading
In which I become lost in the woods
The situation began to look dire as dusk took hold. Julian, Eric and I – the Three Stooges – were deep in the woods and didn’t really have the best grip on our precise location. More worrisome still was the … Continue reading
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Marathon monster: Adidas Boost
The shoe: Adidas Boost The official description: “You put a lot of energy into your run and…the Energy Boost gives some of it back.” Thousands of “energy capsules are melted together into one midsole that will change your run forever,” … Continue reading
Posted in Gear Reviews, The Tuesday Kick
Tagged Adidas Boost, marathon, minimalist shoes
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In which I run with the small fry
Little people take races super seriously. Don’t take my word for it. Running with kids today, I saw the full gamut of emotion, or as the Wide World of Sports used to put it: The thrill of victory, the agony … Continue reading
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Tagged Halifax running, Point Pleasant Park, Storm the Park, Youth Running Series
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To Boston, with love, Halifax
Boston, who loves ya? Halifax, your sister city, that’s who. It was readily apparent this evening as more than 1000 runners gathered in Point Pleasant Park in Halifax’s South End to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in … Continue reading
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Tagged Boston bombing, Boston Marathon, Halifax, Point Pleasant Park
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Boston and beyond: the spirit of the marathon
It’s not easy to break a runner. Runners are tough. They have spirit. They are determined. They run in the face of adversity. Runners are used to pain. But the pain inflicted at the Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013 … Continue reading
In which I deviate
Oh, I know what you’re thinking, you nasty little people. Just because I use the word “deviate” in a post, your minds immediately sink to the lowest common denominator. Sure, I’ve written about “naked” running and all of you piled … Continue reading
The Tuesday Kick: Brooks PureFlow 2. Run. Happy?
The Shoe: Brooks PureFlow 2 The Official Description: Brooks calls the PureFlow 2 “lush” and “cushy.” It’s easy to picture yourself running with clouds on your feet. “Like peanut butter and jelly or water and energy gels, the lightweight construction … Continue reading
Cheap and slinky: Hey, look! I’m working out!
It’s just so tawdry: all those cheap-looking women in their slinky tops and their short, shorts. And the men too! It shouldn’t be allowed. After all, who wants to see a bunch of disgusting tramps and vulgar guys sweating? But … Continue reading
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Tagged Canada Games Centre, Geoff Harris, Nike, workout clothing
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Read it. Run it. The Moose Run
The race: The Moose Run The location: Cow Bay, Nova Scotia When: Late March Distance: 25 km Why do it: Traditional spring tune-up race to gauge your fitness, particularly if you’re planning to run Boston. And because it hurts so … Continue reading
Posted in Read it. Run it., Uncategorized
Tagged Aerobics First, Boston Marathon, Guinness, Moose Run, St. Patrick's Day
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