Injury & Illness

Dealing with setbacks, recovery, and resilience.

John vs Life

John vs Life

He might not move like superman. He doesn’t even run – or walk – like we all do. But John Jansen lives for running like nobody else. And that is what makes him the coach all of us could use.

Running towards wellness – Celebrating World Mental Health Day

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.

Long Covid in Runners: Resources

Long Covid in Runners: Resources

Long Covid in Runners was the subject of a feature in our #29 edition of Like the Wind Magazine. Here is a list of links and resources we hope you will find helpful.

Long Covid – Distance Remaining: Unknown

Long Covid – Distance Remaining: Unknown

Hayley France ran short distances for fun: usually two to five miles at what she describes as a “pretty slow” pace. Hayley had arthritis but was usually able to ignore or push through the pain. While she may not have been as fit as professional runners, she was very fit …

If I’m not a runner any more, what am I?

If I’m not a runner any more, what am I?

A little over a year ago, I stood with my wife Laura on the start line of the Trans-Alpine Run (TAR) in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany. We were nervous and excited – this would be the first stage race …