Hotel Bootcamp

I am en route to Mekkah, the holiest place on Earth. No one goes to Mekkah with plans to run. On my way there with a marathon in 7 weeks, I do not… Continue reading →

Eid: A Gift from God

On Eid Al-Fitr, a date in the morning feels like the best thing in the world: soft and chewy, and best of all, something sweet during daylight, after a month of fasting.  Eid… Continue reading →

The Finish: Run for It

There are two ways to finish a race: 1. You seek the finish. Before you know it your tired legs are kicking without pause like the wheels of a bicycle at the speed… Continue reading →