by Cami Ostman | Jun 25, 2014 | Guest Blogger, Race Reports, Training
Dana Platin is a rock star. She’s one of my heroes. I asked her to do an interview with me, and she agreed. Here she tells about her recent and only DNF (Did Not Fail). Q. Dana, tell us about the half ironman you’ve been training for. How did you choose this... by Cami Ostman | May 20, 2014 | Guest Blogger, Reflections
I know I haven’t posted in a couple of weeks. I’ve missed you. And I promise to tell you why I’ve been away and to catch up with all of you who follow along with me here. In the meantime, I’d love for you to check out the blog of a friend of... by Cami Ostman | Mar 23, 2014 | Around Town, Guest Blogger, Read This
As I may have mentioned, my husband Bill has recently retired from a thirty-year career—most of it as the director of an international exchange program at Western Washington University. This has meant he’s had a little time on his hands to catch up on... by Cami Ostman | Jan 30, 2014 | Conversations, Guest Blogger, Read This
As you know, I’m in the process of doing research for a new book on women runners who run covered (such as with clothing prescribed by their religion, or by secrecy because running is forbidden to them for some reason). A few weeks ago, in the process of doing... by Cami Ostman | Sep 26, 2012 | Advice, Conversations, Guest Blogger, Race Reports, Read This, Travel log
I’d like you to meet my pal, Bruce. He’s in his mid-sixties, an adventurer bar none, and a determined runner after my own heart. Recently he completed his seventh continental marathon, and I asked if I could interview him about his experience. Check it... by Cami Ostman | Jul 13, 2012 | Conversations, Guest Blogger
Meet Jessica, who has been one of my virtual training partners this year. Jessica completed her first marathon in June. Below are her reflections. Join me in congratulating her for pushing past some tough moments in the race. Great job, Jessica!! And good luck in...