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My Top 5 Favorite Half Marathon Races
As I navigate a hazy running future with my knee, there is the possibility that that half marathons will no longer be part of my racing calendar. Truth be told, I’m actually better at races that go between 6-10 miles. Those races don’t take near a toll on me as much as thirteen plus miles. Nor do they require the same degree of mental focus as the longer half marathon. That’s likely the reason I prefer the half marathon. For me, they represent the ultimate challenge in com
rickdmoore
Jan 164 min read


Building the Perfect Racing Calendar
That finish line at the Bix 7 always seems closer than it really is! It’s January 17, 2025. Do you know your racing calendar for this...
rickdmoore
Jan 17, 20255 min read


An Amazing Race I Don't Want to Think About
October 20, 2019. That’s when I had my best race since resuming competitive racing. I won my age group in the IMT Des Moines Half...
rickdmoore
Oct 25, 20245 min read


My Running Goals for 2024
A glimpse at the upcoming races for this year! Happy 2024! It's my hope that everyone's holidays were enjoyable, rewarding and relaxing. ...
rickdmoore
Jan 5, 20244 min read


'23 DSM Half: Reminding Me Why I Enjoy Races
I didn’t set a PR at this year's IMT Des Moines Half Marathon. Actually, my overall time was a tad slower than I’d hoped. But that’s...
rickdmoore
Oct 27, 20233 min read
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