Category Archives: Christopher Cudworth

Far from washed up as a runner

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Christopher Cudworth

I well remember the first time I thought I was washed up as a runner. During vacation I was running slowly down a long incline at Glacier National Park. My left hip felt sore. It really hurt. I was in … Continue reading →

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The republican qualities of cycling

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Christopher Cudworth

Everyone that has ever served on a committee knows the frustrations of trying to establish a legitimate, healthy compromise to the most difficult items on an agenda. People typically weigh in with all sorts of opinions. In the end, the … Continue reading →

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Tethered to a goal

Posted on December 20, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

When one thinks about setting and achieving goals, there are a ton of life experiences that feed into that process. At some age in our athletic careers, the transition from raw competitive instincts to setting goals has to be channeled. … Continue reading →

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Mortal fears and changing gears

Posted on September 2, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

One of the problems never solved on my former road bike, the Felt 4C, was a difficulty in getting the chain to move from the small ring to the big ring. The derailleur was Dura-Ace and the setup was quality … Continue reading →

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Gotta Love A Locker Room

Posted on August 17, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

The timeworn cliche of a rough old coach on the playing field calling an end to practice by yelling, “Hit the lockers, boys…” may not be what it used to be. Times have changed. Some kids refuse to use the locker … Continue reading →

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Making waves at the pool

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

This summer unlike many summers before, I purchased a pool pass to get in some swim practice. Last year I faked it through the only Sprint Triathlon I did, which required only a 400-meter swim before letting you emerge to … Continue reading →

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Confessions of a f*ck up, and how to keep laughing about it

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

I love it when I f*ck up. Find it amusing. My kids love it too. They roll their texting eyes and go, “OMG dad.” This morning in conversation with my fiance Sue, I was discussing a fun coaching session I … Continue reading →

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Forrest Gump lives

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

We must suppose that most people have seen the famous scene in the movie Forrest Gump in which the lead character as a child runs out of his awkward leg braces. To runners, that scene typically has special significance. Surely it … Continue reading →

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We all need support and not denial

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

At a barbecue event for a non-profit organization for whom I volunteer, I met a fellow board member who works as a psychologist for youth. We talked about her work and I thanked her for what she does. As a kid, … Continue reading →

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Understanding 1 Corinthians 9:24 and what it means to “run the race and win the prize”

Posted on July 19, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

There have been many blessings in my life. Yet I’ve also had a share of being down on my knees praying to God for answers. And I can tell you in earnest: all those prayers have been answered in one … Continue reading →

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