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BYU Sweeps NCAA Cross Country Team Titles

The Cougars of Brigham Young University swept the men’s and women’s team titles at today’s NCAA Division I Cross Country Championships in Verona, Wisconsin

Simple Pleasures

So to have a day where the simple things line up after another for twenty-four hours of God-given enjoyment feels pretty amazing.

Peaking

It’s autumn, cross country season, two days since I hit my book deadline, and now the return of an old friend.

Even More from the Hub

Is Threshold Easier on The Track?

I don’t know if it’s all in my head, but I swear threshold feels easier on the track. Running 5:20 pace on the bike path

Half Marathon Training

A half marathon seems like the ideal distance in my humble opinion. It’s far enough to challenge me both mentally and physically, but not so

Coach Caregiver

This morning she even told me to stop talking about not coaching.

My First Ultramarathon

As someone with a track background, I’ve always looked at ultramarathons with a curiosity. I wondered at what point 8-10 minute per mile pace feels

Comparison

It’s not easy, possible or even necessary to set aside the tendency to compare