Monthly Archives: November 2013

Friends can’t all be as cool as those of us who run and ride (ha ha)

By Christopher Cudworth Among the many friends you make over a lifetime, some share your interests keenly while others regard your activities with a degree of skepticism. Yet they are still friends. It is particularly true in the fields of … Continue reading

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Running parallel with tradition of North Central College

By Christopher Cudworth At times one must accept that personal history is both a direct and parallel consequence of having lived. We all construct narratives around who we are and how we got here. As runners, we create an additional … Continue reading

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How to avoid running or riding over your own self-esteem

By Christopher Cudworth  As young athletes we grow up eager to impress our coaches, parents and friends. That habit can become addictive if you let it. Impressing others is fun and rewarding in its way, and our culture revels in … Continue reading

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An itch can be a real pain

By Christopher Cudworth For all the hi-tech gear now on the market designed to protect the body from cold, wick sweat and heat and compress the muscles for greater performance, there are still moments in training and racing when the … Continue reading

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Do you know why you run and ride?

By Christopher Cudworth If you have not figured it out yet, it is movement that draws you to the road. To the trail. Down hills. Up hills. Through fields. Woods. Dreams. Keep moving. As you move through the woods on … Continue reading

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Dunkin’ Donuts asks: What are you drinkin?

Those of us who run and ride love to watch or diets. Not too many fats. Nor carbs. Go easy on the beers if you can. Wine when necessary. We go gluten-free or carb free or meat free depending on … Continue reading

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Understanding Cold Comfort when you run and ride

By Christopher Cudworth Those of us who run and ride tend to spend quite a bit of money and effort trying to keep warm during cold weather. Fortunately, the evolution of cold weather running and cycling gear has led to … Continue reading

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Insane x insane=perfect for a Reality Show

By Christopher Cudworth So the sliver that tried to kill me may be gone, but its entry point into my system brought with it some funky microbe that remains unidentified and must be treated with utmost caution. The doctors only … Continue reading

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