Short stories
Brief, word-led narratives that capture snapshots of the running experience. These pieces are compact and focused, offering readers a quick but resonant story.
Hakone
“It’s the greatest race you’ve never heard of: the Hakone Ekiden. Lots of races may lay claim to this impressive title, but few have such a legitimate case. On 2 and 3 January every year, this local university road relay brings Japan to a standstill.
Dave Goes West
Loud Dave (aka Dave Cook) is Still Quite Loud, as it goes, and the central figure in Dave Goes West, an independent film charting a fundraising challenge to run 10 marathons in 10 days up the coast of Western Ireland …
The Dating Game
I’ve been running for 40-plus years now and have logged more than 150,000 miles, yet when I go to bed at night I can hardly wait to get up in the morning for my run. I’ve been very fortunate in my running, but when I look back …
What he talks about when he talks about running
It’s late February; I’m standing outside the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. Geisha girls are readying the starting flag, helicopters are circling, thousands of people are jostling for position on the track and a typhoon warning is in place.
What a Difference a Day Makes (or, How I Became an Elite Athlete for 24 hours)
Only the most talented runners receive star treatment. But what if, by some quirk of fate, it actually happened to you? It did to one runner.
Running towards wellness – Celebrating World Mental Health Day
Today is World Mental Health Day. A day dedicated to raising awareness about mental health issues and advocating for mental well-being. We’ve celebrated mental health in almost every issue of Like the Wind magazine.
Racing with Kierkegaard
I am a serious runner. Or upon investigating my behaviour, you might come to that conclusion. I have altered my diet and my sleep schedule for the sport. I pay attention to the amount of time I spend on my legs every day.
The Speed Project Solo: Shelby Farrell’s story
Shelby Farrell’s story from The Speed Project Solo appeared in Like the Wind #32. Unfortunately in that piece we incorrectly stated that Shelby did not finish the Cocodona 250 on her first attempt.
Sportsmanship
It is a 15km race along the canal towpath. An out-and-back course, flat and fast, but also narrow. Because of the potential lack of elbow room I position myself further up on the start line than I would normally. I don’t fancy getting stuck behind any of the fun-runners …