Category Archives: Running

Crewing and Running with the Goon

Posted on September 12, 2021 by usabaker

If you have not been reading about the fires in California, then you may not know that the Tahoe 200 Endurance Run was canceled due to the Caldor fire that continues to grow in the Eldorado National Forest, the California … Continue reading →

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Gear: I’VE GOT A SECRET RUNNING TOWEL

Posted on September 10, 2021 by usabaker

In the past, I have paid between $9.00 for cheap to the most expensive from REI $15.00 for towels to wipe the sweat for my head and other dripping wet parts after a run. I know not something pleasant to … Continue reading →

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Come Run With ME! – Joggin’ for Frogmen 5K & Shadow Of The Giants 50K

Posted on September 5, 2021 by usabaker

I’ve just entered two races so far. I am also looking at the Double Peak Challenge 10K in San Marcos on September 25 but haven’t decided on it for sure yet. Joggin’ for Frogmen Race Series Joggin’ for Frogmen 5K … Continue reading →

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RUNDERWEAR MAN! Episode 2: Quest for Anti-chafing when Running after 60

Posted on August 26, 2021 by usabaker

“I was just looking at a packet that had SpongeBob thong underwear, so it goes farther than I would imagine. ” Stephen Hillenburg I’ve been down the underwear road before, no skid tracks intended; I have spent much time buying … Continue reading →

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Oh dear… Fluffy has gone missing….

Posted on August 17, 2021 by usabaker

Today on my morning run, I was attacked by the same dog again, with the same owner standing nearby. When I went to protect myself by kicking at the dog, the owner thought I was in the wrong “for trying … Continue reading →

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Running After 60 – Update

Posted on August 14, 2021 by usabaker

~ I’m thankful that I can still run at my age, so many of my friends can’t, and a few have already left this life for the next phase. So, is there running in heaven? I hope so. ~ I … Continue reading →

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Anxiety, PTSD, and Running

Posted on August 1, 2021 by usabaker

It’s magical what happens on a trail run. As you run the trail, every worry and stress seems to melt away as you immerse yourself into the run and scenery; it is truly a time when I am at peace … Continue reading →

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She bought a Horizon T303 treadmill

Posted on May 26, 2021 by usabaker

If their AFG Pro App were not so awful, I might even recommend the Horizon T303 treadmill to others. But the APP sucks so bad I would have to qualify the recommendation with how bad the app sucks; so I will not recommend it at all. Continue reading →

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Long Run? – Not sure what to make of it

Posted on May 22, 2021 by usabaker

Not sure what to make of it, this morning I woke up wanting to do a long run, my 18-mile long run to be exact, the one that would take me down the strand into Coronado. I know it is … Continue reading →

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Running: Okay, this time it’s for real ……. I promise.

Posted on May 20, 2021 by usabaker

After numerous false starts and disappointments, I’m back. Really, I am. You see, I’m sick of being a slug, feeling awful, tired, and a disappointment to myself. It’s hard to think about where I was three years ago; running Ragnar’s … Continue reading →

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