Tag Archives: Bluenose Marathon

The Sunday Read: best running shoes ever, naked runners, and dead butt syndrome

Posted on December 9, 2012 by

Do you have dead butt syndrome? Hey, I don’t know. First of I heard of this terrible problem was from a HuffPo story below. Maybe if you ran in the Best Running Shoes Ever, you’d be able to feel your … Continue reading →

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In which I return to Halifax and run

Posted on July 15, 2012 by

I know, I know: All of you are expecting a Sunday Read. Well, you’re all spoiled. Really. Seriously (for a second), I’m sorry, folks: but I’m in the middle of moving cities and it’s been hectic. I expect by this … Continue reading →

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My Run: Can you say Shubenacadie?

Posted on March 11, 2012 by

The Runner Cathy Carter Construction company administrator and “chronic race volunteer” Current home: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Age: 41 Carter says she’s run regularly for seven years, but ran as a “fair weather jogger” during university. “I started running because I … Continue reading →

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The Tuesday Kick: plush pumps

Posted on March 7, 2012 by

The shoe Saucony Triumph 9 The Official Description “Premium cushioning redefined,” purrs Saucony. The company says the shoe features a new injection-moulded foam that “delivers an ultra-plush yet still responsive feel underfoot.” The shoe weighs in at a relatively light … Continue reading →

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Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

The Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon Halifax, Nova Scotia Third weekend in May Its status as the largest marathon east of Montreal attracts thousands of new runners every year.  And its reputation as a demanding and confusing course repels more experienced … Continue reading →

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