Real Courage
Posted by George Parker on"Real courage is...when you know you're licked before you begin but you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what. You rarely win, but sometimes you do." That's a line from To Kill a...
To begin, begin.
Posted by George Parker onTo begin, begin. I heard this phrase on a podcast this morning. The idea is simple enough. If you want to start something, start. You don’t need the perfect plan, new gear, or everything figured...
Best Magnesium Supplement for Runners
Posted by George Parker onMagnesium is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, making it particularly important for runners looking to optimize their performance and recovery. From muscle function to energy metabolism, magnesium contributes...
What does Harry Potter know about running?
Posted by George Parker onI've been re-reading the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. I came across a passage in The Goblet of Fire last night that caught my attention. Harry is about to face his first task in...
After Hours Athlete
Posted by George Parker onWe have all been on a car trip with that long, lonely stretch of interstate. Exit ramps every 20 miles, but you would never stop unless you really needed gas. An underwhelming landscape surrounds the...
Trail Magic
Posted by George Parker onHas a stranger every offered you kindness or support when you most needed it? Last week, I was on the "Peregrune Great Western Road Trip" where I visited running stores from southern Utah to northern...
Meet Len Jankowski
12x consecutive Chicago Marathoner & PR at 50 years old
Posted by George Parker on
"When you change the way you look at things, the way you look at things changes." Peregrune runners, meet Len Jankowski! Len, a seasoned Chicago native, boasts an inspirational journey in running and health. From...
Run Faster. Run Longer. Don't Get Hurt.
Posted by George Parker onRun Faster. Run Longer. Don’t Get Hurt. I was on a call today with Michael Silva, a nationally known physical therapist, exercise physiologist, and certified strength and conditioning specialist. He told me these three things...
The World Is Your Oyster. Don't Forget Your Sword
Posted by George Parker onMost of us have heard the famous saying, "The world is your oyster," but few are acquainted with its lesser-known continuation: "which I with sword will open." This profound insight from Shakespeare encapsulates a timeless...
Turn Left – Not onto Boylston Street
Posted by George Parker onAs I neared the end of my long run, my phone buzzed. It was Friday, and I'd come to prefer tackling my long runs on this day, especially with the chaotic weekends filled with kids'...
How My Dad's Runs Shaped My Running Journey
Posted by George Parker onMy dad owned a neon green reflective vest that hung on a nail on a wall next to the backdoor of the house. It was heavy and bulky, unlike the ergonomic modern designs. As a...
Shorts vs. Tights - The Great Debate
Posted by George Parker onOnce upon a time in the world of running, the choice was simple: shorts. However, as the running community evolves, the classic shorts are now sharing the track with their snug counterpart, tights. Let's delve...
"SHOULD MILD PAIN HALT TRAINING" - Ask Coach Janet from Running Strong
Posted by George Parker onI'm thrilled to introduce a valuable addition to Peregrune's expert advisory board, Janet Hamilton. If you're an avid Runner's World Magazine reader, Janet's name may already ring a bell. She's among the most frequently cited Running...
Thumping of Feet
Posted by George Parker onI can't think of another time I hear the Thumping of Feet. There's a moment in most of the races I have run where everything is quiet. It's past the opening salvo and excitement of...
Pro Runner Christian Allen: Peregrune Conversation
Posted by George Parker onPeregrune Runners, meet Christian Allen. Instagram: @slimtherunner Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/36817714 Christian lives and trains in Orem, Utah, where he is on the verge of becoming a professional Mountain and Road Racer. He is a two-time All-American in Cross Country,...