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New York City Marathon: 1 Word Race Recap

FINISHER!

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Marathon Weekend #INGNYCM

I am in New York City for the ING New York City Marathon. My wave starts tomorrow morning at 0940. Between now and then we are enjoying the sights and sounds of New York City. How are you spending your weekend? If you want to track my progress there are many runner tracking options from […]

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Marathon Running: 3 Lists of 3 Part 7

2 days until I am running in the ING New York City Marathon. Types of Training Runs 1. Speed/Intervals 2. Tempo 3. Long runs I have prepared for this marathon using the [amazon-product text=”Run Less Run Faster” type=”text”]159486649X[/amazon-product] program. (Amazon Affiliate Link) I set a new marathon PR in May using a different training plan […]

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Alternate Posting Location: EMT Class is a Marathon

My November EMT Success Guide Column is posted at EMS1.com. EMT Class is a Marathon.

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3 Types of Blog Posts for EMS Bloggers

I read a fair number of EMS blogs and a common theme is …. “sorry it has been so long since I have posted.” If you are struggling for a blog post consider writing one of these post types: 1. List post – write your top 3 patient assessment tips, 3 lessons you have learned […]

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Alternate Posting Locations October 2011

Blog.CentreLearn.com – My day job is being the Director of Education for CentreLearn Solutions. I add about two posts a week to the CentreLearn blog and manage our social media accounts. Top Questions about CL Courses for Firefighters, Paramedics, and EMTs Build your own Online Training Content FDA Drug Safety Communication on Zofran – this […]

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Marathon Running: 3 Lists of 3 Part 4

About once or twice a month I travel out of state on business. A sizeable portion of my carry-on suitcase is dedicated to running shoes, clothing, and accessories. Favorite Out of State Running Routes 1. Las Vegas Boulevard – the Strip at sunrise 2. NCR Trail that spans the Maryland and Pennsylvania border north of […]

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Marathon Running: 3 Lists of 3 Part 3

I can’t recall why I first decided to run a marathon, but I think it was a joint decision with my regular running partner. We had both run half marathons and decided we wanted the challenge of a full marathon. My First Three Marathons: 1. Fox Cities Marathon 2. Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon – just 1 […]

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Video: NYC Marathon Inspiration

I have been watching lots of New York City Marathon videos to get a sense for the course, logistics, and size of both the field of runners and the crowds spectating. This is the best one I have found. It also speaks to the commitment it takes to train for and run a marathon. One […]

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Marathon Running: 3 Lists of 3 Part 2

Three of My Favorite Running Trails in Wisconsin 1. Green Circle Trail, Portage County 2. Inter Urban Trail, Ozaukee 3. UWGB Cofrin Trail, Brown County Three things I talk About Most While Running with other People 1. Running 2. Biking 3. Family Three things I think About Most While Running 1. Math – calculating time […]