Where did the name “Heartbreak Hill” come from?

by Blaine Moore | Sports

Photo by preedHeartbreak Hill is the last of four hills in Newton and is a recognized landmark in the Boston Marathon. If you ask any runner why it is called that, they will be sure to tell you it is because it breaks the hearts of thousands of marathoners every year...

Is it possible to run a PR at a race like Boston?

by Blaine Moore | Sports

Last night, I got an email from the Boston Athletic Association warning about the likelihood of heavy rain and winds during the Boston Marathon. This may put a slight cramp in my sub-2:40 goal for the race. After reading about that, Ima asked in the comments: I may...

Will the Boston Marathon be rained out?

by Blaine Moore | News

Obviously, the Boston Marathon is not going to be rained out. The weather will have to be particularly bad in order for them to cancel the race. However, it is looking more and more likely as though my goals of going sub 2:40 are going to have some further...

Tim Montgomery is looking at jail time

by Blaine Moore | News

Tim Montgomery was banned by USADA back in 2005 after allegations that he was involved in the BALCO scandal and had used their designer steroids. Now it is looking as though he will be doing some jail time after admitting to bank fraud. Montgomery, 32, pleaded guilty...

Tapers, Plans, and New PRs » One Week to Boston

by Blaine Moore | Fitness

There is (less than) one week to go until the Boston Marathon, and I set a new PR today. It is amazing how much easier swimming is when you don’t work very hard in the day(s) before the swim. This weekend, I only ran 17 miles and averaged around 7:00 minute...

Achieving Focus

by Blaine Moore | Workout Tips

In a continuing collaboration with Scott over at Straight to the Bar, we will be talking about head games for the month of April and delve into the thought processes that you may have while you are working out. This week, Scott talks about achieving focus while you...

Look back over your awards once in a while

by Blaine Moore | Sports

Photo by seanfragaIt is important that every once in a while that we remember to step back and look at our accomplishments. It is important to plan out what you are going to do in the future, but reminding yourself of your accomplishments is a good way to stay...

This Week Last Year: Treadmill Mistakes and New Rules

by Blaine Moore | Last Year, Treadmill Tips

This week last year I had just moved into my new house and did not have any internet access. There was a new article every day, because I had written them a week or two ahead of time. I put up a new series and continued my weekend series on the new rules. The new...

Eastern States 20 Miler Photos

by Blaine Moore | Sports

Official race photographs from the Eastern States 20 Miler are now available. You can search for photos of yourself and your friends at Capstone Photography. My race number was 364 if you would like to see some washed out pictures of me during the race.

Marathon Tip: Cut your hair

by Blaine Moore | Workout Tips

Photo by YododHere is a simple tip that could help you (marginally) in your marathon: cut your hair. Many people will sacrifice the safety of their feet to get shoes that weigh just a few ounces less in an effort to carry less weight during a race and to run faster....