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August 20, 2017

Runners, Here Is Your Solar Eclipse FAQ

August 20, 2017/ Mark Remy
Runners, Here Is Your Solar Eclipse FAQ

How will the eclipse affect my form? and other pressing questions, answered.
 

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August 20, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News
Eclipse, Totality, Eyewear
August 15, 2017

Woman Who Runs 'to Escape the News' Hasn't Stopped Since Last Wednesday

August 15, 2017/ Mark Remy
Woman Who Runs 'to Escape the News' Hasn't Stopped Since Last Wednesday

"I was just, like, you know what? I'm going for a run."

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August 15, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News, Motivation
News, Coping mechanism, Stress
August 13, 2017

We Have an Audacious Goal, and You Can Help (Bonus: With Video!)

August 13, 2017/ Mark Remy
We Have an Audacious Goal, and You Can Help (Bonus: With Video!)

If you regularly enjoy our stuff, please give us a few minutes of your time.

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August 13, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Real, News
Pledge drive, Support Dumb Runner, Patreon, Audacity
August 13, 2017

Wow! Check Out These 5 Celebs Who Won't Be Running the 2017 NYC Marathon

August 13, 2017/ Mark Remy
Wow! Check Out These 5 Celebs Who Won't Be Running the 2017 NYC Marathon

Can these marquee names handle 26.2? The question is moot!

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August 13, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News
Celebrities, Marathons, New York City Marathon, Wow
August 10, 2017

This Isn't Funny

August 10, 2017/ Mark Remy
This Isn't Funny

A note to readers—and to critics.

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August 10, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Real, News
Satire, Nuclear war
August 08, 2017

Stock Photo Model Is Surprise Winner at World Championships Marathon

August 08, 2017/ Mark Remy
Stock Photo Model Is Surprise Winner at World Championships Marathon

The man, known only as Portrait of a Race Winner ID#175248024, finished in 2:08:12.

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August 08, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News
Elite runners, Marathons, Stock photos, World Championships
August 01, 2017

Woman Pretty Sure 5K's Ban on Strollers Doesn't Apply to Her

August 01, 2017/ Mark Remy
Woman Pretty Sure 5K's Ban on Strollers Doesn't Apply to Her

Local mom brushes aside "legal mumbo-jumbo."

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August 01, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News
5K, Racing, Stroller, Rules
July 30, 2017

Tattoos Make Runners Look Cool, Researchers Find

July 30, 2017/ Mark Remy
Tattoos Make Runners Look Cool, Researchers Find

A study confirms a long-held belief—with one exception.

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July 30, 2017/ Mark Remy/
News, Satire
Research, Tattoos, Cool, Science
July 23, 2017

11 Terrible Jokes for Runners

July 23, 2017/ Mark Remy
11 Terrible Jokes for Runners

Warning: They really are terrible.

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July 23, 2017/ Mark Remy/
News, Real
Jokes
July 18, 2017

Local Runner Hopes to Pass Love of Obsessively Recording and Tracking Data Along to Children

July 18, 2017/ Mark Remy
Local Runner Hopes to Pass Love of Obsessively Recording and Tracking Data Along to Children

A father of two aims to lead by example.

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July 18, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News, Training
Strava, Fitbit, Data, Parenthood, Training
July 17, 2017

Catcalling Motorist Rear-Ends Full Septic Truck, According to Runner's Fantasy

July 17, 2017/ Mark Remy
Catcalling Motorist Rear-Ends Full Septic Truck, According to Runner's Fantasy

Imaginary collision sends 4,500 gallons of sewage pouring into vehicle.

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July 17, 2017/ Mark Remy/
News, Satire
Septic truck, Human waste, Convertible, Catcalling, Fantasy
July 11, 2017

How Running Helped Me Lose 65 Pounds, and My Keys

July 11, 2017/ Tina Turner
How Running Helped Me Lose 65  Pounds, and My Keys

"I've run at least two dozen more 5Ks, and lost more sets of keys than I can remember."

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July 11, 2017/ Tina Turner/
Satire, News
Weight loss, Inspiration
July 02, 2017

EXCLUSIVE: New Documents Reveal Founding Fathers Marked Independence With Nation's First Firecracker 5K

July 02, 2017/ Mark Remy
EXCLUSIVE: New Documents Reveal Founding Fathers Marked Independence With Nation's First Firecracker 5K

"Our Founding Fathers truly were visionaries," says historian.

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July 02, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News
Independence Day, Fourth of July, Firecracker, Founding Fathers
June 27, 2017

'That's Why I Carry,' Gun-Loving Runner Replies to Increasing Number of Stories

June 27, 2017/ Mark Remy
'That's Why I Carry,' Gun-Loving Runner Replies to Increasing Number of Stories

Friends express concern over a recent shift.

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June 27, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News
Guns, Carry, Scary
June 25, 2017

Poor Bastard Has No Idea He's Running All Wrong

June 25, 2017/ Mark Remy
Poor Bastard Has No Idea He's Running All Wrong

From foot strike to lack of fuel, a passing stranger inspires pity.

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June 25, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News
Wrong
June 20, 2017

7 Essential Tips for Running the Western States 100

June 20, 2017/ Mark Remy
7 Essential Tips for Running the Western States 100

Be prepared, be early, and remember—strollers start in back!

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June 20, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News
Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run, Ultras
June 16, 2017

Lawyer for Family of Slain Raccoon Disputes Runner's Claim of Self-Defense

June 16, 2017/ Mark Remy
Lawyer for Family of Slain Raccoon Disputes Runner's Claim of Self-Defense

A viral news story takes an unexpected turn.

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June 16, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News
Lawyer, Raccoon, Maine, Puddle
June 13, 2017

'He's Friendly,' Owner Assures Runner as Off-Leash Dog Pierces Carotid Artery

June 13, 2017/ Mark Remy
'He's Friendly,' Owner Assures Runner as Off-Leash Dog Pierces Carotid Artery

"The greater tragedy would have been seeing him restrained by a leash," victim says.

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June 13, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News
Dogs, Carotid artery, Safety
May 31, 2017

Man Wishes He Had Time to Run

May 31, 2017/ Mark Remy
Man Wishes He Had Time to Run

Conversation with avid runner leads to an admission.

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May 31, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News, Motivation
Motivation, Couch, Time management, Beer
May 30, 2017

'How Far Was That?' Asks Purist Who Never Runs With a Watch

May 30, 2017/ Mark Remy
'How Far Was That?' Asks Purist Who Never Runs With a Watch

Group run ends, as usual, with a query to friends.

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May 30, 2017/ Mark Remy/
Satire, News
GPS, Watch, Distance, Group runs
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