January 1st has a funny way of turning everyone into a goal-setting philosopher. Suddenly we’re all very confident about “the new me,” armed with fresh notebooks, color-coded planners, and at least one wildly optimistic running goal. New Year’s resolutions and running go hand in hand. There’s something about cooler mornings
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When Time Doesn’t Count: A Houston Runner’s Guide to December 26–January 1
There’s a strange stretch of days every year that runners know all too well: December 26 through January 1. The holidays are kind of over, and life hasn’t fully restarted. Your work email is quiet, your group chats are slower than usual, and the motivation to do anything structured feels
The PT Playbook with Dr. Amber Lowe: Dealing with Pain at the Front of your Hip when you Run?
Do you find yourself stopping during long runs just to stretch your hip flexors? This is a very common issue in runners, especially when increasing mileage or trainingon more elevated terrain. During a 30K last weekend, I spoke with multiple runners whosaid the same thing: “The front of my hip
One Last Sleigh: Houston Runners Close Out the Holiday Racing Season, Dec. 20 – 21 Weekend Recap
The final full weekend of holiday racing wrapped up December 20–21, giving Houston-area runners one last chance to lace up in festive gear before the calendar flips to a new year. From Galveston’s coastal miles to classic local holiday staples, it was a busy and competitive sendoff to the season.
Your Guide to the 2026 HARRA Spring Series
The HARRA Spring Series picks up right where the fall racing season leaves off. After Coach Andy’s 30K closed out the HARRA Fall Series as a final long run before the Chevron Houston Marathon, the focus shifts to spring, when runners move away from marathon training and back toward shorter
Roasted on the Run: Houston’s Funniest 5K Debuts this January
Houston is gearing up for a running experience like no other. On January 24 the inaugural Houston Roast Run & Comedy Show will take over Buffalo Bayou Park, blending the sweat of a 5K(ish) run with the spirited humor of a live comedy performance, truly the first event of its
Queen of the Coastline: Katy Barber’s Record Run Across Padre Island
When Houston-area trail runner Katy Barber set out to run the length of Padre Island National Seashore (PINS), 65.5 miles of windswept shoreline, on November 15, 2025, she wasn’t just chasing a time. She was chasing a feeling that first hit her years earlier on that very beach. The result:
A December Dash to Remember: Houston’s Biggest Race Weekend of the Season, Dec. 6 – 7 Recap
Houston-area runners packed their calendars this weekend, taking full advantage of a stacked race lineup across the region. From ultras on the trails to festive holiday runs and a brand-new coastal event, December 6–7 delivered something for every type of athlete. At Brazos Bend State Park, endurance athletes tackled the
Endurance With Purpose: Inside the Snowdrop Ultra 55-Hour Race & Relay
By the time New Year’s morning rolls around, most of the world is waking slowly, easing into resolutions. But in Missouri City, a different kind of countdown plays out. The final runners of the Snowdrop Ultra 55-Hour Race & Relay are still moving, shuffling, running, sometimes limping, toward a finish
The Best Places in Houston to Run and See Christmas Lights
Holiday running hits different. Crisp air, festive decorations, and neighborhoods glowing with lights. Houston has no shortage of routes where you can log your miles while taking in some of the city’s most dazzling Christmas light displays. If you want to keep running and enjoy holiday lights along the way,