1/2 marathon

Lifetime Best at the 2010 Rock ‘n’ Roll 1/2 Marathon

Well, what a fine 47 days it has been — personal bests in the mile, 5k, twice in the 8k and now the 1/2 marathon too. Ran another solid race today, finished strong and managed to shave 14 seconds of my previous best half marathon time set at the Dismal Swamp Stomp 1/2 a couple [...]


Train for the Virginia Beach Rock ‘n’ Roll 1/2 Marathon with Brooks and Running Etc.

Local running store Running Etc. has teamed up with Brooks to help you train for this year’s Virginia Beach Rock ‘n’ Roll 1/2 Marathon on September 5, 2010. From the Running Etc. newsletter: Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned runner, we look forward to helping you meet your goals! Training Program Includes: ~ [...]


Free 10th Anniversary Rock ‘n’ Roll Virginia Beach Half Marathon Tee

Amazing to think that this year will be the 10th running of the Virginia Beach Rock’n’Roll 1/2 Marathon. Where do the years go, eh? If you’re thinking of entering this great annual event, you can save $10 off the regular entry fee if you register in the next 14 days. As an added bonus you’ll [...]


Dismal Swamp Stomp Half Marathon

I’ll probably write more tomorrow, but I just wanted to get a quick post out about today’s race; the Dismal Swamp Stomp Half Marathon in Chesapeake, Virginia. I decided a couple of days ago I’d attempt a new PR (personal record) – training has gone well since the Shamrock Marathon a month ago and I [...]


2009 Cardiff Half Marathon Web Site Update

As promised, a new and improved Cardiff Half Marathon web site has been launched! It’s great to finally see the race route and know where I’ll be running in just over six months time. The course looks to be fast and flat and the cooler UK weather should be conducive to a potentially fast time. [...]


2009 Cardiff Half Marathon

Signed up this evening for the 2009 Cardiff Half Marathon on October 18th. Lady Bulldog and I have been planning a trip to Wales later this year, so the timing of the race is absolutely perfect! The Cardiff Half was one of my first ever races back in the early 80′s so it will be [...]