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QT: Being Considerate of Other Runners Doesn’t Happen by Accident


There is little doubt about the fact that I love me some Walt Disney World.

When you walk in the front gates, there is just something magical about being there.

Don’t worry, I’m not saying that everything at Walt Disney World is perfect all the time.

It’s not.

And one of the things that frustrates me most at Walt Disney World are the other guests. Read more

Steve Austin

Steve Austin is Running to Live and Living to Run After Surviving a Suicide Attempt


Today I’m running a few inspirational miles with coach, speaker, and fellow podcaster Steve Austin.

Steve Austin

Steve Austin

Steve has had some serious battles with depression and anxiety in his past.

After a failed suicide attempt, Steve started running. Now, 5 years later, he has devoted his life to helping bring awareness to the sport and its effects on mental health. Read more

It's Always More Fun to Run With Others

Ralph Mesquita is Preparing to Run Across Europe for a Great Cause


Ralph Mesquita is an ultra runner with something big up his sleeve for 2017.

Ralph Mesquita Street

Ralph Mesquita

As with most ultra runners, Ralph is of the belief that the marathon is too “short and fast” for his taste, which is further evidence that I’ll never understand the ultra running mindset… Read more

Why is Laura Parson Running 3,030 Miles in 67 Days?


Ultra marathoners are crazy, at least that’s my stance. I’ve said it before. I’ll say it again. I love them to death but they are fricking crazy!

And then there’s Laura Parson.

While she is an ultra marathoner, and by definition crazy, she’s also organizing and training for a cross country adventure this summer that I can’t begin to even fathom.

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Diz Runs With… Amy Hughes


On this episode of the Diz Runs With podcast, I’m chatting with Amy Hughes who recently completed an astounding 53 marathons in 53 different cities in 53 days!

Amy Hughes, 53:53, 53 Marathons

Amy Hughes

Obviously that’s a pretty amazing feat, but what is most incredible to me is that she did all this running for causes way bigger than any person! Her mission was two-fold, to bring attention to the importance of physical activity for children and to raise awareness and funding for the Isabelle Lottie Foundation. Read more