STL NEWS

12.19.14

What It Means To Be An Inspiration

We all grow up with our idols and role models. For many, it’s to be a ballplayer, or a fireman, or a police officer. For me, it was to be a coach. I have been blessed to be surrounded by a cadre of amazing coaches throughout my life. This past weekend, I enjoyed seeing the ninth coach …

Read More › 12.16.14

Wedgies Are Human

I didn’t give it a second thought until after the run. After all, what else are you supposed to do with a wedgie?  I was standing at the intersection of Clayton and Hanley on a festively crowded Saturday morning, and the liner in my shorts simply refused to cooperate. I was eight…

Read More › 12.16.14

FLEET FEET donates $15K to fight Cystic Fibrosis

On Tuesday, FLEET FEET owner Debby Spetnagel presented a check for $15,000 to the Gateway Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF). Nicci Lowrey and Tom Burke accepted the donation on behalf of the Foundation. Nicci, CFF's Development Manager, responded, "...Knowing that running/walki…

Read More › 12.11.14

Give the Gift of Faster, Farther and Healthier

With the holidays quickly approaching, the FLEET FEET Training Department has put together a gift guide for the runner in your life. Because what could be better than giving the gift of faster, farther, and healthier? (We know. It’s hard to top.) Here’s our list of ways to help t…

Read More › 12.9.14

Running is for Lovers

I have a hat that simply states, “Running is for Lovers.” I bought it because, well, I liked it. I have something of an obsession with trucker hats, and this one was emblazoned with a “hipster” running quote. Naturally, I had to buy it, even though I have never used t…

Read More › 12.5.14

Things You Learn At Your First Race

Ah, the evolution of the runner. When we first begin, we browse running magazines, search the internet, and ask friends who are “real runners” for guidance. As we progress, we begin to develop the notion that maybe we should actually run a race. We hear stories about 5Ks and 10Ks…

Read More › 12.3.14

The Day I Joined the Dark Side

“Listen,” I said, slapping my palm against the counter and leaning forward with ominous significance, “I think we both know that I’m here against my will.”  A blank stare. The man I addressed was lean but muscular. He wore a polo shirt beneath his mop of b…

Read More › 12.2.14

Turkey Trot STL Collects Thousands for Local Charities

Turkey Trot STL provided an opportunity for more than six thousand entrants to start their Thanksgiving Day at a family-friendly, community-oriented event.  We are very happy to report that the TTSTL racers in Arnold, Eureka and St. Charles combined to donate 4600 pounds of food and t…

Read More › 11.28.14

5 Tips For Winning the Battle of the Holiday Bulge

It's official, the holidays are definitely upon us. Tis the season when our healthy side lets our gluttonous side take the wheel. We've been good all year. Now's the time to let our hair down and enjoy a few week's to shine, right? Our rationale is that we'll be good once the New Year dawns.…

Read More › 11.25.14

...and Our Hearts Remain Soft

She always stood on the corner of 16th and Clark, as permanent and unremarkable as the chain-link fence and concrete barriers surrounding the parking lot behind her. Her clothes were revealing—not of her body, but of hardship. Layers of tattered, coarse fabrics piled her wilted frame…

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