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#363 - This week, I talk about some things I want to leave behind in 2025 and what I look forward to in 2026 in running. I enjoy reflecting back on the past year and how it can be improved upon in the new year. I took some time off from serious running in 2025 but now I'm ready to get back into it and I talk a little about my future goals.

May you have a wonderful 2026 and may all your runs and races be amazing!

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#362 - Do you have a trail that you absolutely love but you don't want to tell others about it? Maybe it's one that's quieter than the more popular ones, maybe it's a bit out of the way or not as well-known. Or maybe there's a very popular trail or running route nearby that most runners choose over your secret route. I have a couple of these and this week, I tell you one of mine. It's next to a very popular running route in San Francisco, yet few runners use it. And it's their loss. I hope you enjoy this one and that it inspires to find a secret running route or trail of your own!

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#361 - Last week, I gave some great options for easy to buy, not-too-expensive running gifts for the runners in your life, including yourself! This week, I'm asking Santa for a few running related gifts. Some of them might be hard for him to fit in his sleigh, but I'm asking anyway. I'm not asking for a ton of things, but there are some. I'm not asking for anything I can't buy for myself, so they might be a little difficult to bring to me. But, Santa is magic, right? There's no harm in asking.

I know the holiday season is difficult for many of us. If you're feeling a little down, go for a run, even a short one and you may feel better, at least for the time you're out running. Running won't solve all our problems, but at least it gives us a few moments to ourselves to think about something else.

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#360 - It's the Annual Gifts for Runners Show! I help you find the perfect gifts for the runners in your life, including yourself! Yes! Important to take care of ourselves as well as others. We've worked hard all year so why not treat ourselves to something nice? This year, I pick out a few reasonably-priced items you might want to consider. And may all your winter runs be amazing this holiday season!

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#359 - Rob Sembiante has attempted and finished race distances that many of us wouldn't even think about starting. He counts Antarctica, the Dolomites and 300 miles through the Utah wildlands as three of his toughest. He joins mem this week to talk about them, as well as the established race he's taking over next year, the Bootleg Boogie. He'll talk about why he's starting this new challenge and what changes are being made. It's a great race and Rob will only make it better.

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#358 - Us runners know that Thanksgiving means one thing - Turkey Trots! This year, I not only give some updated numbers of just how much Turkey Trots have grown, but I also share a bit about the history of Thanksgiving itself! And to top it all off, just like that extra serving of whipping cream, I talk about gratitude! So, dive right in! Have some fun this week and enjoy your Turkey Day race!

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#357 - There may be a time when something happens in our lives that completely upends our running plans. Maybe we have a serious injury or we lose our job or we go through a divorce. Whatever life-changing event it is, there are ways we can handle it that may help us to get through and still see that small light ahead. Not all is lost! Have faith. In my past, I have not always handled big changes the best, and I've had to learn how to manage them in better, more productive manners. Changes happen, we can't stop them from taking place, but we can work to make sure that these changes don't completely hurt our lives. And, in those rare times that the changes are so great there is not much we can do, we still need to remember that small light in the distance. It's there and it will always be there.

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#356 - On Veterans Day, I thought it was about time I give thanks to those to are willing to give the ultimate sacrifice so that we can live our lives and run our races. I give lots of veteran organizations that can help veterans and those who want to support vets, as well as races that we can participate in to help out. There's plenty of information this week for us to do what we can.

Also, don't miss my update on the show website and what is going to happen next year as I plan for my upcoming retirement.

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Just a quick note and something I should have noted in the episode: There are many unreputable companies and people who don't have the best intentions so be careful of what websites you visit. Make sure it's the real website before donating. If you have any doubts or questions, call the VA or look through the website itself to see if it's the one you want to give your hard-earned money to.

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