Written by Tillie Good I’m not really sure what I was thinking when I agreed to run Ames, IA and write a blog post for A Good Run. I’ve never been a “good” runner and have to work at it consistently to build mileage and stamina. And, I’ve been on a hiatus from running for…
6.63 Miles in Minneapolis, Minnesota With Amanda Muhlbauer
Written By Amanda Muhlbauer Greetings from Minneapolis, Minnesota. I am going to take you on a running tour of this great city. The Minneapolis-St Paul area was just named the Fittest Large Metro in the US by the American College of Sports Medicine. I am not surprised, people love to get outside and enjoy the…
On Vulnerability And How Growing A Mustache Has Helped Me With My Insecurities
I have a confession to make. For years, I’ve been fairly self-conscience about my facial hair (or I should say lack thereof). See, I’m one of those guys who can’t grow a beard, but can show the shadow of a mustache a few hours after shaving. For as long as it has grown, it’s been…
60KM (37.3 miles) in Halifax, Nova Scotia with Ernie Chan
Written By Ernie Chan I consider myself a fairly ambitious person, always living for the adrenaline of the next big challenge. When Steve opened up his blog to runners across the world, I knew I had to join in – and do it in a big way. I ran my first marathon last May at…
14.8 Miles in Reno, Nevada With Jenn Adams
Written By Jenn Adams Thirteen children call me “Mom” so your confusion is understandable when I tell you that, from the age of 15, I didn’t think I could have children. Short story… Seven infertility surgeries and LOTS of medication later I did have a child. It was enough of an experience that I knew…
Have More Fun With Your Run
I’ve learned two important running lessons over the past few months: Running is much more enjoyable when you relax and have fun in the process Running is much more enjoyable when you’re doing it alongside a friend I’ve been running regularly for the past seven years, but prior to this year, I generally ran by…
5.8 Miles in Beacon, New York With Brendan Cunningham
The three main focuses in my life are my wife, the study of art, and discovering new music. Fourth place would have to be reading; non-fiction primarily. Fifth may go to running, but it’s more likely a distant seventh behind traveling and visiting with friends. For as much time and energy and money that the…
7.4 Miles in Birmingham, Alabama With Lynn Chapman
Written By Lynn Chapman I jumped at the offer to show off a run through Birmingham—an underrated city with fabulous schools, beautiful topography, world-class restaurants, and great people, including a vibrant running community. We even claim Iron Chef Chris Hastings, Southern Living magazine, a Sidewalk Film Festival, the nation’s oldest baseball park, the largest museum…
2.9 Miles in Gainesville, Florida with Chad Corbitt
(Post written by Chad Corbitt) Every morning for the past year my alarm has gone off at 5:45am. As soon as I hear the sound I spring out of my bed, throw on shorts and a t-shirt, tie my tennis shoes and I am out the door. Most of the people reading this right now…
5.95 Miles in Flint, Michigan with Michael Boulter
(Post written by Michael Boulter) If you’re a “streak runner” like me, the best part of heading out the door for a run every day is that each run is a whole new experience. Having gone for a run of at least 3 miles every single day for the past 5 years, I was excited…
6.61 Miles in Washington, D.C. With Joey DeSanto Jones
On March 3rd of this year, I had the pleasure of meeting—and joining—Steve Good as he completed the final leg of his 30th birthday running journey beginning in Iowa, and ending in my home of Washington, DC. Steve and I connected through a mutual friend and colleague, the one and only Dr. Edward G. Whipple….
6.2 Miles in Cooperstown, New York
For baseball fans, Cooperstown, New York is a little slice of heaven on earth. If you consider yourself a baseball fan, a pilgrimage to its birthplace should be on your bucket list of activities to complete during your life. You will not be disappointed. Nestled amongst hills, lakes, farms and beautiful countryside, this Village of…
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