Author Archives: Kirk

About Kirk

My background is in education, specifically math. I have also spent over 10 years as a coach and been fortunate to be part of one of the premier softball programs in the country. Over the years I have developed a passion for logic and truth. Finally, I decided to write about it.

Best DNF Ever!

Posted on March 6, 2015 by Kirk

Starting out in the early morning fog in Cool, CA, I was cold, but comfortable. This is my first time running Fourmidable, although I volunteered to sweep an 8 mile section last year, and I am curious to see if my … Continue reading →

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Recovering with supplements

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Kirk

As some of you may know, I have suffered from an unfortunate string of injuries over the past couple of years. Starting with a badly bruised knee cap, which led to over-training to compensate for lost time. This, combined with a moderate … Continue reading →

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Brooks Pure Grit 3 Review

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Kirk

In case you missed it, here is my review of the Brooks Pure Grit 3, as it appeared at Ultrarunnerpodcast.com Summary: The Pure Grit 3, from Brooks, is a solid all around trail shoe with effective traction and protection. It is … Continue reading →

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Back Of The Pack Frustration

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Kirk

I still love to run! Races, on the other hand, are starting to frustrate me. The back of the pack is filled with a different type of runner. The back of the pack crowd often sign up for a race … Continue reading →

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Organized Chaos

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Kirk

Now 1/4 of the way through the school year and I’m still not really clear on exactly what Common Core is, but then, neither is anybody else. I have made two significant changes in the way I teach. The first … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 12, 2014 by Kirk

I’ve been thinking this week how we all want more… more time, more money, more talent, more attention, more stuff. Then a couple of things occurred to me. First, we don’t really have anything accept by the grace of God. … Continue reading →

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Losing My Religion

Posted on September 4, 2014 by Kirk

It’s been almost three weeks since my double race weekend. I know a lot of my running friends do races on Saturday and Sunday on a regular basis, but I never have… until now. Running at 9000 feet is never … Continue reading →

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And now, for something completely different

Posted on August 15, 2014 by Kirk

The first two days of the new school year under my belt and I have to say I’m pretty excited about it, but last week I might not have said so. I’m sure a lot of you have heard at … Continue reading →

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Form Focus, aka: Starting Over

Posted on July 15, 2014 by Kirk

It really feels like I’m starting over from the beginning. I try not to care about pace, but when I am falling further behind those I used to run with, it’s really difficult to not care. I have three choices … Continue reading →

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Changing Minds, NOT!

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Kirk

Some of my regular readers may have noticed a diversion in my writing from the political arena. While some of that is because I have been focused on running and healing and, thus, my thoughts have also been focused on … Continue reading →

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