“It’s inevitably a community where people are going to die.” Read the full article for Chicago Magazine.
How Cancer Groups Cope With Losing Members
Month: October 2019
9 Inspiring Moments From the Chicago Marathon That Will Motivate You to Go 26.2
A 21-year-old shed half his bodyweight on his journey to better health, while an astrophysicist calculated her way to a PR. Read the full article (co-written with Andrew Dawson) for Runner’s World.
In Chicago, a PR Day for American Men
With the help of cool weather, boisterous crowds, and a fast course, four U.S. men ran under 2:11 and six placed in the top 15. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
For Rupp, a Long Road Back to Chicago
After major surgery and amidst controversy, the 2017 champion races for the first time in a year. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Keep Striding Forward: Pro Runner With Cerebral Palsy Makes Marathon Debut
With encouragement from world record holder Eliud Kipchoge and motivation from Metallica, Justin Gallegos is ready to take on Chicago. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
How a Groupon Landed James Lenger on Team USA
Ten years ago, competing in pentathlons wasn’t even on the Lake View resident’s radar. Then a personal tragedy pushed him to take the lunge. Read the full profile for The Regimen in Chicago Magazine.
5 Thoughts Every Injured Runner Has—and How to Cope With Them
You’re not alone in feeling alone—or in questioning your identity. Here’s how to go about reclaiming it. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
12 Heroes Making Running Safer
How these men and women are taking a stand against harassment. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
By Car, By Train, or By Bike and Scooter: Three Ways to Spectate the Chicago Marathon
If you plan ahead, you can probably spot your runner in several places. Read the full article (with video) for Runner’s World.