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Local Post Run Eats: Naval Bagel
Naval Bagel is an excellent local bagel shop for pre or post run carbs. They have a wide variety of bagels and topping to choose from making it a great place to satisfy any runner. Plus they have multiple locations including one right on the B&A Trail (Arnold...
Local Run Spots: B & A Trail
The B&A (Baltimore and Annapolis) Trail is one of the most popular running locations for the greater Annapolis area. The paved trail spans 13.3 miles making it a perfect location for long or short runs as well as bike rides and casual walks. Additionally, many...
Book Review: Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike by Phil Knight
Often times sporting brands don’t just represent products supplied to athletes but more so reflect the attitude athletes bring to their sport. Shoe Dog, a memoir of the founder of Nike, is a walk through of how the running spirit was centered in every step on the...
Preparing For Race Day
Having a specific race to train for is a great way to stay motivated in your running journey as it gives you a solid goal to be working towards. Signing up for a race also creates increased personal accountability with training. You’ve paid to join the race and...
Local Post Run Eats: Julep
Located just across the street from Annapolis Charm City Run, Julep is a great location to have a nice meal post run club. They have a variety of southern style meals and BBQ options along with beer and cocktails if you prefer a drink following a good run. It’s a...
Local Run Spots: Annapolis Town Center
The Annapolis Town Center is one of my favorite local run spots due to the people I’ve encountered while running there. Annapolis Charm City Run hosts run clubs where participants loop around the Town Center while sharing smiles and miles. We either do the large loop...
Book Review: Don’t Call it a Comeback by Keira D’Amato
If you’re anything like me, every once in a while you daydream about what it would be like to be a pro runner. I always used to think it would make running completely different, but this book showcased for me that we have far more in common with the pros than we...
Why Should I Train for a 5k/10k?
There are several benefits of training for a 5k or 10k for novice runners and advanced runners alike. For novice runners, these races are inviting distances that offer a manageable challenge. A 5k or 10k is a great introduction into running and can aid greatly in...
2025 Running Review
The end of the year is a great time to reflect on accomplishments and progress made. I’m grateful my dedication to running paid off in some big ways this past year. Total mileage: 2505, a new PR Races MonthRaceTimePR?MarchShamrock 5k19:05Yes!MarchAnnapolis Running...