Obsessed Runner Blog
2015-08-12 - Sweet spot
It's bad enough that half the time I have to talk myself into the daily run and getting my butt out the door, only to find that my body rejects the idea of a run even more than me. Luckily, after a mile or two of burps, farts, gas pains, dead legs and a racing heart-beat, the body finally grooves into the idea and smooths out like a fine tuned Indy car, vroom! At this point my attitude does a 180 and the magic of the daily run is on. Gheesh, you would think we could skip the drama and get right into the sweet spot, but I guess this will never happen.
The run is always worth it,
Randy Step: an admitted obsessed runner who often starts downbeat but always finishes rockin'!
PS: I love runs that make us smile, join me on the Red Carpet for 5K Summer night party in the "D". redcarpetrun.com
2015-08-05 - Special days, special runs
It's a busy and amazing life where the days can zoom by and the memories blur together. That said, there are special days and events that are incredibly vivid and stay with us forever... the precious pearls. The running year and many of our daily runs give us constant satisfaction but like all in life, there are running days that are etched into memory for all of time. Each year, the Dances With Dirt Relay in Hell, MI fits this bill for many of us. The energy and carnival atmosphere at the race start and the early exchange points are some of the most amazing moments I've experienced in running ... And this comes from a guy who lives the sport and its' events!
Yes, the Hell relay sells out each year with the same 5 person teams and getting in seems impossible ... BUT! I just was notified by the park that they will allow us another 10 teams this year. If you've ever wanted in here is your chance. Grab 4 friends and click this link to grab a spot!
Randy Step, an admitted obsessed runner who can't wait to get to HELL, MI.
PS: We are all in need of the healing powers of Run Woodstock, a weekend escape from reality. Run or walk the trails from 5K to 100 freakin' miles, dig it! Great music, nature and beautiful people. Camp out on the land and let your soul free with walk in camping ... Or just come for a day, the important thing is to take the time to nurture yourself, do this today, enter at runwoodstock.com.
2015-07-29 - Success & Happiness
We rely on our bodies to pursue our sport; to the runner, the body and mind are one. I believe this gives us a huge advantage over the sedentary Americans, those who take the body for granted, ignoring diet and health in pursuit of what? Success and happiness? All the intelligence and wealth in the world cannot give us what running has. Take a look at the physical condition of leaders of industry, Washington politicians and corporate ladder climbers, many seem to have sacrificed their bodies to that success. The moral of the story, a degree from Harvard, Yale, UM or State and all the ambition in the world, without the understanding of a decent 10K personal best (Or at least a passion for some sport) won't get them what we've got!
Live, love, learn, earn, run,
Randy Step, an admitted obsessed runner who feels running has given me ... everything.
PS: I love runs that make us smile, join me on the Red Carpet for 5K Summer night party in the "D". This discount code, "GLASSOFBUBBLY" will get you 10% off if you enter before August 5! redcarpetrun.com
PS: It's a perfect time to mark Feb. 13 - 20 on the calendar and join the Dirt Crew for our annual winter run trip to the sun. We have 80 direct flight seats out of Lansing to take us to the "Now Jade" resort in the Mayan Rivera, a safe, fun place to run and sun. All non-running friends and family will love this all inclusive getaway and you'll be back from the morning run before they know you were gone. RSVP now!