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2019 California International Marathon review — for whom the bell does not toll

December 13, 2019 by Brent

California International Marathon

At the finish area of the California International Marathon, which ends at the California State Capitol Building in downtown Sacramento. I knew going into the 2019 California International Marathon that hitting a Boston qualifier, and getting to ring the BQ bell, was unlikely. Inconsistent training gave me some doubt, but a nagging Achilles issue really […]

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42nd Marine Corps Marathon, an honor and a challenge

October 25, 2017 by Brent

Marine Corps Marathon

Marine Corps Marathon is called “The People’s Marathon.” The race earns its moniker. It starts next to Arlington National Cemetery, winds through Virginia, Georgetown, Washington D.C. and back across the river to Arlington, Virginia, to finish near the Marine Corps Memorial depicting Marines raising the American flag at Iwo Jima. With throngs of runners and […]

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Plan your race calendar, the maniac approach

December 12, 2016 by Brent

race calendar

With half a platter of carne asada fries left, I knew another bite would be too much. My stomach was full, and I still had a taco left in front of me as well. My dad’s words popped into my head when I looked at all that tasty food with no place to put it. “Your eyes […]

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Brent Shirley My name is Brent Shirley, and I'm a stay-at-home dad with experience writing and selling running shoes. Married to a surgeon (she's much smarter than me). Certified RRCA running coach and 11 time Boston Marathon qualifier (2015-25, although I missed the cut in 2015-16). 50 sub 4 finisher.

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