Running in the Center of the Universe

Mississippi Delta - Episode #324

A two day drive to the Mississippi Delta had a very nice stop along the way with friends. My wife and I got to experience a new town in Tennessee and then we attended the

World Cup Fever and Who Cancels the Semiquincentennial? - Episode #323

I had the opportunity to attend two World Cup matches but then the Semiquincentennial somehow got canceled. That and more in the show, thanks for downloading! Music by G

Luau Half Marathon Report - Juror #18 (again) - Episode #322

This show has the Luau Half Marathon report but it wasn't in Hawaii. Also, I had to report for jury duty again and had the same number as before. The show also has some c

Bluegrass, Bluegrass and More Bluegrass! - Episode #321

This episode has running related topics too! Thanks for downloading the show. Below are links to information mentioned in the show: https://www.michaelclevelandfiddle.co

Atlanta Airport - Ollie's - Luau Half Marathon - Episode #320

I went through the Atlanta airport at the height of the delays and lived to tell about it! There is a store in the Richmond area called Ollie's that requires some explana

Ashland Rails to Trails 5k and 10k Railroad Runs (Report) - Episode #319

This episode has (mostly) all the details about the 47th Annual Ashland Railroad Runs! The annual event was a success and raises money for the programs at the Hanover Art

LA Marathon Finish - Gas Prices - Race Recovery - Episode #318

Recovery from the recent River City Half Marathon has been a little longer than I thought. This podcast has some thoughts on race recovery and why it's taking so long. Al

River City Half Marathon Race Report - Episode #317

Week 12 on into race day is over! I ran the River City Half Marathon in Richmond Va on 3-7-2026 and had a great time. It was the first Sportsbackers race I did with my da

Encore Presentation of Railroad Run Report from 2012 (Director's Cut) - Episode #316

The Ashland Railroad 'Rails and Trails' 10k is Saturday, March 21, 2026. In the spirit of the upcoming race, I decided to dig into the podcast archives and pull out an ol

Half Marathon Training Week 11 - Injured! - Episode #315

I've been training for weeks now without any significant problems and then on my last long run, I suffered a minor injury. That and more in this episode, thanks for downl

Half Marathon Training Week 10 - Trail Courtesy - Episode #314

The training cycle is almost over and I've decided upon a hopeful half marathon finishing time for the race coming up March 7, 2026. That and more in this episode of the

Half Marathon Training Week 9 - Double Digits - Episode #313

I have finally made it to double digits in the half marathon training program I'm following. I also found out big time that those mid week runs of 7 miles have a purpose

Half Marathon Training Week 8 - Indoor Running - Episode #312

The weather in Central Virginia continues to limit outdoor recreation but Ashland Dave isn't deterred! Thanks for downloading the podcast.  Music by GrargeBand, US Marin

Half Marathon Training Week 7 - Ice Storm - YakTrax - Episode #311

Recent snow and ice in the Central Virginia area have caused issues for my training but I've adapted and tried to stay on course. That and some other commentary in this e

Half Marathon Training Week 6 - Cold! - Episode #310

I ran in unusually cold temperatures this week and there was a protest in Richmond. Thanks for downloading the show! Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps Band.

Half Marathon Training Week 5 - Finally Outside! - Episode #309

Half marathon training continues with hill repeats! Thanks for downloading the show. Music by GarageBand, US Marine Corps Band and Derek Miller's https://www.penmachine.

Half Marathon Training Week 4 - Episode #308

Come along with me as I train for a half marathon, email me at ashlanddave@gmail.com with positive comments. Bruce checked in this week, make sure to listen to his podcas

Encore Presentation of Episode #192 - The Student Becomes The Teacher - Episode #307

This episode was originally produced in February 2014 and describes my participation in the Dahlgren Heritage Trail Half Marathon with my good friend Ashland Bryan. I've

Half Marathon Training Week 3 - Episode #306

Week 3 training for the River City Half is done and I'm feeling pretty good with the program I'm following. It's a "relaxed fit" perspective I'm taking to this training c

Half Marathon Training Week 2 - Episode #305

Training during week 2 of a beginners half marathon training program was a success! Come along as I talk about training and other funny things along the way. Thanks for