Jill Anderson is a Duluth Runner who has competed in many road races, but namely the marathon distance including two appearances at the U.S. Marathon Olympic Trials. Since her first marathon at Grandma’s in 1984, Jill has been a highly competitive road racer across Minnesota and beyond while training hard right here in Duluth. Listen … Read more

Recent results are discussed from Grandma’s Marathon weekend, Dragin’ Tail 5 Miler and Sawdust 5k. Upcoming races include: YMCA Sidewalk Shuffle on 7/7, Eugene Curnow Trail Marathon on 7/10, and Park Point 5 Miler on 7/15 Trails are dry and dusty due to drought conditions and high heat. Tony discusses tactics to running in the heat, … Read more

The guest for Episode 39 is the esteemed long-time director of Grandma’s Marathon Scott Keenan. Scott has been deeply engrained in the Duluth running world in many ways for decades. He recently published a book “My Journey to Grandma’s Marathon: History and Heroes”, which outlines his experiences in the Duluth running community through the years. … Read more

Race results from Last Runner Standing are listed, and the upcoming Grandma’s Marathon is essentially the theme of the entire 39th Episode. Tony discusses the trails report, namely in Lester Park where he recently ran. In Coach’s Corner downhill running technique is outlined. Mike and Tony agree that the Duluth Lakewalk in Canal Park is … Read more

Laura Harmon, from the University of Minnesota – Duluth, chats with Mike and Tony about coaching UMD’s running squads, racing collegiately, and exploring Duluth’s sprawling trail system on foot. Laura is the head coach of UMD’s men’s and women’s cross-country and track teams. Her excitement for the role is palpable. As a student at University of … Read more

Tony and Mike recap results from the NMTC Spring Trail Series finale at Pine Valley, and preview the upcoming Last Runner Standing at Spirit Mountain in Duluth. The trails report is: wet. However, since recording the trails have probably dried out substantially and are in great shape. It is the time of year where after … Read more

Dave joins Tony and Mike to talk about his running career, his favorite races, and intermixing running training with competitive ultimate frisbee. Dave is the Executive Director at Chester Bowl and has a direct impact on an important community asset at Duluth’s Chester Park. Notably, Dave is passionate about reducing harassment towards women, especially in … Read more

Tony and Mike discuss the refreshingly ample recent race results and report on recent trail conditions. Due to very dry conditions in Duluth, trails are almost dusty! Tony talks about taper time in the Coach’s Corner segment, and Mike’s Thoughts on the Run include training journals versus training plans, and further discussion ensues. Tony outlines … Read more

Jon is a long-time Duluth runner and personage in the local racing community across nearly 5 decades. He started running in the military and took the new-found passion back home to the Twin Ports while competing in many local races. Jon has held many roles with Grandma’s Marathon, including Race Director and Executive Director, and … Read more

Tony and Mike discuss the upcoming Fitger’s 5k, which has reached capacity for both in-person and virtual races occurring on April 17, 2021. Trails are still closed in Duluth. A new segment of The Duluth Rundown is launched, called “Route of the Week”. Tony highlights one of his favorite hilly road running route that he … Read more