Monthly Archives: November 2011

Training?!? What’s that?

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Brian

I’ve got a streak going! This is my second blog post in as many days. I’ll be the first to admit that my own training has suffered since I’ve started coaching more. Lately, however, I’ve been getting back into the … Continue reading →


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2011 Tennessee Ragnar Relay

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Brian

Team 196 Proof completes the 196.1 mile journey from Chattanooga to Nashville, TN Continue reading →


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Hyland’s Muscle Therapy Gel

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Brian

Shortly before the Disney Wine & Dine half marathon, Hyland’s sent me a package of goodies. Enclosed was a huge bag of samples of their Muscle Therapy Gel containing Arnica. I had never heard of it, but the package read “Natural Pain Relief”, so I slathered the gel all over my left knee before I departed the hotel for the race. Continue reading →


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8 mm is huge!

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Brian

Did you know that the typical running shoe has a 10-12 mm drop? Do you even know what that means? It means that the shoe places the runner’s heel 10-12 mm higher than his or her forefoot. That’s all about … Continue reading →


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A perfect running weekend?

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Brian

Tonight, I’m packing for a trip to Tennessee for the 2011 Tennessee Ragnar Relay. I’m not actually running, but I’m very excited about experiencing the event as driver of van #2 for Team 196 Proof. It’s the first of many … Continue reading →


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