Reflections on the Army 10-Miler: A Weekend of Connection and Achievement

Last weekend, I participated in the Army 10-Miler race in Washington, DC. Despite finishing 11th in my age group (40-49), I clocked a time of 1:00:24, which was only slightly slower than my performance last year. This race marked my fastest 10-miler since the Cherry Blossom 10-Miler in April, and I couldn’t be more pleased.

The course was fantastic—well-organized and a lot of fun. I want to extend my thanks to the race organizers and the enthusiastic spectators who came out to cheer us on, making the event even more exciting and enjoyable.

As a retired athlete and running coach, participating in this race allowed me to connect with the running community, share in the joy of the event, and stay healthy. Running has become an integral part of my everyday life, and I absolutely love it.

Looking ahead, my next race is the Marine Corps 10K. With 18 years of coaching experience under my belt, I am passionate about helping runners achieve their goals—whether it’s starting to run for fun, improving their times, or qualifying for prestigious marathons like the Boston Marathon or other World Majors. I am proud to have coached hundreds of runners who have successfully reached these milestones.

Happy running, and I hope to see you all on the roads soon!