Tag Archives: Christopher Cudworth

What gets you up and training at 6:00 a.m. or earlier?

By Christopher Cudworth  I feel fortunate to have always been an early riser. Between my penchant for studying birds, which is best done in the early hours of day, and my love of running and riding, getting up before 6:00 … Continue reading

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A quick ride through the Art of the Bicycle exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry

It didn’t take long to whip through the Art of the Bicycle exhibit now appearing at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago. The exhibit is not that large, which was rather a disappointment. On the other hand, the corridor … Continue reading

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Running through the benefits of a “gap year”

I was 22 years old when the President of my employer at the time walked into my office and said, “We’re moving all our marketing functions from Chicago to Philadelphia. We’ll pay for your move and give you a raise.” … Continue reading

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The 10 Principles of a Good Coach

By Christopher Cudworth The most important trait of people who are successful in athletics, and in life, is that they believe in themselves. Which means that the most important job of a coach at any level of sport, from kindergarten … Continue reading

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Has there ever been a better time in history to be a running shoe slut?

By Christopher Cudworth If you are sensitive to R-Rated language, cover your eyes or stop reading right now. Because we are about to embark on a journey through the sexy, seedy world of Running Shoe Porn. That’s right, pictures of … Continue reading

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Cruise Control and what it means to make an honest effort

I have never been one for use of a lot of Cruise Control in any vehicle. It always felt like cheating. Perhaps something in my long career or running and riding makes it feel like that. You come to think … Continue reading

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Is your toaster making you slower?

By Christopher Cudworth I used to love toast and waffles and syrupy stuff more than anyone in the world. My brothers branded me the Toast King because I ate so much of it. Favorite style of toast? Cinnamon toast. Liberal … Continue reading

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Sometimes it’s better just to barf

By Christopher Cudworth Prepare yourself. Today’s topic is indelicate to a chunky degree. We’re going to talk about barfing, and why barfing is sometimes better than the alternative, which is not barfing and feeling like you’re going to barf any … Continue reading

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Why I won’t be running outside tomorrow when it is -19 with -50 degree wind chills

By Christopher Cudworth I’m not being facetious when I say that I will not run in extreme subzero temperatures because I am concerned about freezing my nuts off. I have run next to a fellow for 7 long miles as he … Continue reading

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The running business

By Christopher Cudworth In the early 1980s when running was in its second boom, races started taking on more of a commercial flair. Businesses started investing in races as a marketing tool, and races began to be conceived as a … Continue reading

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