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  1. Mark Wilkinson

    Amphipod AirFlow Microstretch Minimalist Waistpack

    I just ran my first race today, and yesterday I decided I needed a small pack to carry some essentials like my keys, phone, and a credit card and ID. I ended up going with the Amphipod AirFlow Microstretch Waistpack for $20 from REI...
  2. Mark Wilkinson

    Ann Arbor MI - IBRD - Burns Park 10K

    This was my first race and it was a blast. The weather was beautiful, though I could have done with a slightly warmer morning; the grass was a bit chilly. I showed up a little after 7am and met up with Alan (Longboard) at the "Official" Michigan Chapter "Event Transport". Alan had a nice setup...
  3. Mark Wilkinson

    Running Clothing

    So my body runs a little hot. If it is more than 40°F I can't handle wearing a shirt. Easy Solution: Go Shirtless But what about running shorts? What seems to work for everyone else? I was going to start looking into bamboo, but wasn't sure how well it would work. Thanks for any suggestions!
  4. Mark Wilkinson

    New Runner

    Just reporting on the newest runner in the Wilkinson household, my 6 year old daughter Zoe! We went for a 1.5mi run/walk (her first run ever!) today in her new Easter vffs. She did great and had a blast, she even did part of her run barefoot. :) She is super excited for her first fun run in the...
  5. Mark Wilkinson

    I'm Back!

    I am back after a long break and just wanted to check in and say hey! We recently had our third child (Sept 24th) so I have been a little occupied. In my time away I have gone full vegan and lost about 15-20lbs. I feel amazing and can't wait to get back out and run!
  6. Mark Wilkinson

    If you can't laugh at yourself....

    http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/48e3f28d60/barefoot-running-club
  7. Mark Wilkinson

    New Member of the Family

    I am sitting in our master bedroom filling an enormous inflatable tub with warm water and the midwife is on her way! Yet to be named child #3 should be making an appearance shortly. I will keep you all posted!
  8. Mark Wilkinson

    Foot Pain - 2nd and 3rd Mets

    I originally thought I was scaring myself into feeling like my foot was in pain after reading the possible side effects of the cipro I was recently on, but alas it is not all in my head. I first noticed a slight pain the day I got out of the hospital. The pain is just behind the heads of my...
  9. Mark Wilkinson

    Ciprofloxacin and tendon damage

    I am currently on cipro for an infection I had, I see that "tendon damage" is on the list of side effects, what is the risk involved with running while on cipro? Should I have my doc switch me to something else or should I not worry about it? I am calling my doctor later today, I just thought...
  10. Mark Wilkinson

    Barefoot running: How ditching shoes can improve form, alleviates stress on joints

    http://vancouver.24hrs.ca/Lifestyle/2012/08/17/20113641.html Nice article with mention of some BRS members, but they got our web address wrong! I sent an email, hopefully it gets changed soon.
  11. Mark Wilkinson

    Enormous amount of swelling in the foot

    I have a friend who has been dealing with an issue on and off for a few years now and wanted to get some opinions. Every once in a while ( once or twice a month ) his left foot/ankle will start to swell up. This is accompanied by some discomfort, but nothing huge. It gets to the point where he...
  12. Mark Wilkinson

    Warming Up

    How long does it normally take everyone before they are completely warmed up and comfortable? I am typically not feeling great until 0.5 miles into my run, sometimes farther. Is this typical? If not, does anyone have advice? My typical warm up is a 5 minute walk. Thanks!
  13. Mark Wilkinson

    Going Vegan

    I am about ready to make some major lifestyle changes and I am just looking for some advice from people that have done it. Currently, I eat very few vegetables and I eats lots of meats and carbs. I am a grilling fanatic, I don't see a problem spending 12 hours smoking a brisket. I eat too many...
  14. Mark Wilkinson

    Heat Dissipation

    Lately I have been running shirtless, as I have issues controlling my heat level while running. When I wear a shirt I feel weighed down and hot. Is this because I bought crappy shirts, or is bare skin better at releasing heat? Also, I plan on running through winter, what options do I have for...
  15. Mark Wilkinson

    PF?

    I have a pain at the inside edge of my heal. It gets sore when I stand for extended periods of time, it sometimes hurts on steps, and never hurts during runs (or after). I thought it was from a gravel trail run I attempted, but it doesn't seem to be going away. It is a dull ache and gets a...
  16. Mark Wilkinson

    PF?

    I have a pain at the inside edge of my heal. It gets sore when I stand for extended periods of time, it sometimes hurts on steps, and never hurts during runs (or after). I thought it was from a gravel trail run I attempted, but it doesn't seem to be going away. It is a dull ache and gets a...
  17. Mark Wilkinson

    Kids

    My son is basically allergic to everything, including our two cats. Within the last year we have moved the cats into the basement to ease his allergies. It is now obvious that our cats are not happy down there, so tomorrow I am taking them to the Humane Society. This particular Humane Society...
  18. Mark Wilkinson

    Feet

    This seems like the logical place for this. :) I am still very much a beginner and one thing I found amazingly useful has been pictures of other people soles at various points in the transition to BFR. I can easily ask if a certain blister is normal, but a picture is worth a thousand words, so...
  19. Mark Wilkinson

    Running on the Beach

    Are there any tips or special considerations that should be made for BFR on the beach? I am heading out to NC soon for a vacation and am looking to do some beach running. I am just concerned about hurting myself doing TMTS on the beach. In my mind transitioning to beach running would be akin to...
  20. Mark Wilkinson

    The Barkley Marathons

    Just some interesting things I found in my travels on the internet. Cool write-up on the Barkley: http://blog.washingtonpost.com/why-we-compete/2007/04/curiosity_1.html Awesome photo projects on the Barkley: http://www.geoffreybakerphotography.com/?page_id=1719