Running in the Center of the Universe

A two day drive to the Mississippi Delta had a very nice stop along the way with friends. My wife and I got to experience a new town in Tennessee and then we attended the 51st Annual Royal-Schram Family Reunion in Morton, Mississippi. There are always interesting things that happen along the way.   https://www.ckgfoundation.org/speakup5k   All of that and more Fall Line Trail etiquette tips in thi...

I had the opportunity to attend two World Cup matches but then the Semiquincentennial somehow got canceled. That and more in the show, thanks for downloading! Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps Band.   

This show has the Luau Half Marathon report but it wasn't in Hawaii. Also, I had to report for jury duty again and had the same number as before. The show also has some commentary about how watch batteries can be replaced plus other exciting details about upcoming events in what it's like to live in the Center of the Universe, Ashland VA! Thanks for downloading the show!

This episode has running related topics too! Thanks for downloading the show. Below are links to information mentioned in the show: https://www.michaelclevelandfiddle.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bF7R3ZiWnM https://www.floydcountrystore.com/ https://rvabluegrassjam.com/ https://richmondfisherhouse.org/ https://www.facebook.com/p/Mr-Bs-Bluegrass-Event-Park-100063547806317/  

I went through the Atlanta airport at the height of the delays and lived to tell about it! There is a store in the Richmond area called Ollie's that requires some explanation. I signed up for another half marathon so I have to keep doing long runs. All that and more in this episode of the Running in the Center of the Universe podcast! Thanks for downloading the show. Info about the Luau half marat...

This episode has (mostly) all the details about the 47th Annual Ashland Railroad Runs! The annual event was a success and raises money for the programs at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center in Ashland, Virginia. The name of the race has evolved and so have the variety of participants. A few glitches happened but it seemed most everyone had a good time.  Also, have you ever met anyone famous? I...

Recovery from the recent River City Half Marathon has been a little longer than I thought. This podcast has some thoughts on race recovery and why it's taking so long. Also, the LA Marathon in California had a heck of a finish! I will describe what I saw happen. Some of the links are posted below. And lastly, I talk about the gas prices around my house which are not consistent at all. Thanks for d...

Week 12 on into race day is over! I ran the River City Half Marathon in Richmond Va on 3-7-2026 and had a great time. It was the first Sportsbackers race I did with my daughter who has now completed 2 half marathons. I think I've done 20 or 30, I'm not sure. Although I've slowed down over the years, I still challenge myself with time goals. This episode has my thoughts on the race and of course ot...

The Ashland Railroad 'Rails and Trails' 10k is Saturday, March 21, 2026. In the spirit of the upcoming race, I decided to dig into the podcast archives and pull out an old show about the same event. This episode from 2012 has my comments as the Race Director of the 34th Annual Ashland Railroad Run. Just for reference, the upcoming race is the 47th annual event! (I think I have the math right.)   R...

I've been training for weeks now without any significant problems and then on my last long run, I suffered a minor injury. That and more in this episode, thanks for downloading the show! Links mentioned in the podcast: https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/VA/Ashland/AshlandRailroadRun https://raceroster.com/events/2026/105005/mammothmarch-virginia   This is Tywla's running log:

The training cycle is almost over and I've decided upon a hopeful half marathon finishing time for the race coming up March 7, 2026. That and more in this episode of the Running in the Center of the Universe podcast, thanks for downloading the show! Links mentioned in the show: https://www.falllinetrail.org/ https://www.hanoverarts.net/ashland-railroad-run Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps B...

I have finally made it to double digits in the half marathon training program I'm following. I also found out big time that those mid week runs of 7 miles have a purpose and I need to start running them! All that and some updates about the 47th Annual Ashland Railroad 10k Run in this episode. Thanks for downloading the show! Some links mentioned in the podcast: https://www.hanoverarts.net/ https:/...

The weather in Central Virginia continues to limit outdoor recreation but Ashland Dave isn't deterred! Thanks for downloading the podcast.  Music by GrargeBand, US Marine Corps Band and Derek Miller's https://www.penmachine.com/ .    

Recent snow and ice in the Central Virginia area have caused issues for my training but I've adapted and tried to stay on course. That and some other commentary in this episode, thanks for downloading the show! Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps Band.

I ran in unusually cold temperatures this week and there was a protest in Richmond. Thanks for downloading the show! Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps Band.

Half marathon training continues with hill repeats! Thanks for downloading the show. Music by GarageBand, US Marine Corps Band and Derek Miller's https://www.penmachine.com/ .

Come along with me as I train for a half marathon, email me at ashlanddave@gmail.com with positive comments. Bruce checked in this week, make sure to listen to his podcast if you need more material to get you through the mileage you need. Thanks for downloading the show! https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/4iunj-df6fc/Justa-Runners-podcast Music by GrargeBand, US Marine Corps Band and Derek Mil...

This episode was originally produced in February 2014 and describes my participation in the Dahlgren Heritage Trail Half Marathon with my good friend Ashland Bryan. I've likely run over 1000 miles with Bryan over the years. Quality time! Music by United States Marine Corps Band and GarageBand. 

Week 3 training for the River City Half is done and I'm feeling pretty good with the program I'm following. It's a "relaxed fit" perspective I'm taking to this training cycle vs. "bootleg" style. Listen to the show to learn more about that! Thanks for downloading the show, you can reach me at ashlanddave@gmail.com. Music by US Marine Corps Band and GarageBand. 

Training during week 2 of a beginners half marathon training program was a success! Come along as I talk about training and other funny things along the way. Thanks for downloading the show! Music by GarageBand, US Marine Corps Band and the late Derek Miller's https://www.penmachine.com/podcast/ .    

I plan to run the River City Half Marathon in Richmond VA on March 7, 2026. I just finished week 1 of my training. I'm following the beginner's program that Runner's World has on their website. Should be a piece of cake, right? Follow along and we will see!    My email is ashlanddave@gmail.com, check in and let me know where you hail from and what kind of running you do!   Links mentioned in the s...

I went to Charlotte NC for a sporting event for the weekend but many things have happened before that. Listen to the show and find out what's going on with Ashland Dave. Thanks for downloading the show!   Music by GarageBand and U.S. Marine Corps Band.