July 31, 2023

Seriously, Though: What's the Best Way to Run on Roads With Blind Curves?

July 31, 2023/ Mark Remy

In short: There are risky ways, and even riskier ones.

May 04, 2020

Should I Wear a Mask When I Run?

May 04, 2020/ Mark Remy

It’s a simple question with no simple answers. Here’s where I’ve landed.

May 03, 2019

What Should I Focus on When I Return to Running?

May 03, 2019/ Mark Remy

Injuries suck, but sometimes they have a silver lining.

April 20, 2019

My PE Class Is Killing Me—Help!

April 20, 2019/ Mark Remy

First, know this: Virtually nobody has fond memories of PE class.

January 22, 2019

Do I Have to Wait for My Running Buddies Even When It’s Freezing?

January 22, 2019/ Mark Remy

Short answer: Yes. And because you didn’t, here is your punishment…

January 03, 2018

I'm 7 Weeks From My Marathon and Sick—What Should I Do?

January 03, 2018/ Mark Remy

Also: What does that old "below the neck" rule mean, anyway?

August 29, 2017

I Can't Keep Up With My Teammates—What Should I Do?

August 29, 2017/ Mark Remy

Do the work and keep these five things in mind, and you will improve. I promise.

May 15, 2017

When Is It Time to Abandon My Race Plans?

May 15, 2017/ Mark Remy

Sometimes you have to sacrifice this race for the next one.

March 14, 2017

Do Elites Use GPS Watches in Marathons?

March 14, 2017/ Mark Remy

And do they really run tangents that much better than we do?

February 27, 2017

Can a Mexican Meal Give Me a Gas-Powered Boost?

February 27, 2017/ Mark Remy

Possibly, yes—but is it really worth the risk?

January 15, 2017

My Coach Wants Me to Give Up Sprinting; Should I?

January 15, 2017/ Mark Remy

The short answer is "no." Here's the longer one...

January 01, 2017

Can Running in Cold Weather Freeze My Penis?

January 01, 2017/ Mark Remy

And is scratchy wool underwear the answer?

November 16, 2016

How Do I Confront Someone About Using a Friend's Race Bib?

November 16, 2016/ Mark Remy

Make your objections heard without coming across as what experts call an "asshole."

November 02, 2016

How Does a First-Timer Choose a Marathon Training Plan?

November 02, 2016/ Mark Remy

Step 1: Don't overthink it. Step 2: See "Step 1."

October 25, 2016

What Are the Odds I'll Find a Dead Body When I Run?

October 25, 2016/ Mark Remy

It's an excellent question—and one that's very difficult to answer.

October 12, 2016

Is It OK For Me to Run In the Street?

October 12, 2016/ Mark Remy

The real question is: Are you safe running in the street? Short answer: It depends.

September 27, 2016

Why Are Running Shoes So Ugly?

September 27, 2016/ Mark Remy

We can only speculate. Here are a few theories.

September 06, 2016

When Does a 'Base' Become a Plateau?

September 06, 2016/ Mark Remy

We cannot answer this question. So here's our answer.

August 29, 2016

Why Do People Say 'Good Job' When They Pass Me in a Race?

August 29, 2016/ Mark Remy

The phrase itself sounds nice, but in certain settings it can grate.

August 17, 2016

When a Cyclist Comes at Me, Which Way Do I Move?

August 17, 2016/ Mark Remy

Seems like either way you go it's dicey, for you or the cyclist or both.

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