Growing up in a family of runners, it was tradition for my mom and dad to run the AJC Peachtree Road Race every year. My grandparents and uncle would even drive from Florida to join us. Naturally, our family’s annual tradition rubbed off on me. I walked the walk and dressed as a mini running adult in running shorts and singlets while other kids wore oversized t-shirts. I did my fair share of 1-mile fun runs without…
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Waking up every morning to train for a 5k, Half Marathon or Obstacle Course Race is no easy task. For Pete, or Blind Pete as many call him, it’s a little more difficult but he doesn’t let that stop him. With a little help from his guide, Joey, and his devotion to inspire others, Pete trains day after day. Together, Pete and Joey have ran 43 Obstacle Course Races (OCR) and 20+ road and trail races last year…
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Using an AJC Peachtree Road Race kick-off celebration at the Mizuno Experience Center in The Battery Atlanta as the backdrop, Mizuno revealed the 3rd edition of the custom-designed Peachtree running shoe, the Limited Edition Peachtree WAVEKNIT® R1. Inspired by the American flag first knitted by Betsy Ross, the design embodies a patriotic red, white and blue theme featuring the iconic…
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One of my favorite ways of exploring a new location while on vacation is by running. You get a feel for the area, find new things to do, and restaurants to try out. Not only that, but the change of scenery is a breath of fresh air. Some may nix the runs while on vacation, but for me I like…
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