On June 19, 2021 Sonic athlete Chad Swim raced the McDade Night Raid in McDade, Texas. This is a 49 mile gravel race through the …
The McDade Night Raid by Chad Swim
It’s Fine, I’m Fine, Everything’s Fine
This post is a little bit race report, a little bit of a cautionary tale and little bit just the story of a crazy weekend. …
My Experience With COVID-19 — Guest Post by Rachael Howard
It started with a cough. At least, that was what I was thought would be the first symptom of COVID-19. By June 1st, 2020, there …
Whether You Believe You Can Or Believe You Can’t, You’re Right
Way way back in the long ago days of fall of 2019 I was training for my 6th Houston Marathon and shooting for a BQ …
My First, Last and Only 50K Trail Race: The Keeping It Real Report
Last fall I signed up for an ultra trail race. Why? Mostly because my friends were doing it. In fact our team name for sign …
A Shoe Review For You! By A Regular Person
Full disclaimer, I know almost nothing about shoes. I don’t work in shoes, I have never worked in shoes, I just wear shoes. And really …
Tips For Beginner Runners AKA All The Things I Had No Clue About
When I started running in 2012 I knew nothing about running. I didn’t even know I wanted to be a runner. I wanted to run …
Celebrating the Small Stuff
I think we can all agree that this year has been not very awesome. Honestly if I hear “unprecedented” one more time . . . …
Caution: Injured Runner Ahead
In my short career as an endurance athlete I have experienced more than my fair share of injuries. From the very get go I had …
Choosing Your First Ultra Marathon Race
With the majority of road marathons having being cancelled/gone virtual this year, and into next year already as well (a moment of silence for my …