A unique fitness program from a highly respected spiritual leader that blends physical and spiritual practice for everyone – regardless of age, spiritual background, or ability – to great benefits for both body and soul. As a Tibetan lama and leader of Shambhala (an international community of 165 meditation centers), Sakyong Mipham has found physical activity …
Born to Run takes you deep inside the life and running habits of the Tarahumara Indians of Mexico’s Copper Canyon and explores why they are arguably the greatest distance runners in the world. When Christopher McDougal sets off to answer the question, “Why does my foot hurt?” he opens an epic adventure to discover the world’s …
Out-of-shape and hammered more often than not, Russell Taylor, nearing 40, begins training for the NYC marathon as something of a midlife crisis. His journey from the treadmill in North London to the mountains of Wales to the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway illuminates the meaning of the egalitarian race, the only sport where any weekend jogger can …
Running is a routine activity for many people who prefer to stay healthy but it can be challenging to get your butt out of the door for a shakeout. After a tumultuous 2020/2021, to say we’re ready for a fresh start would be putting it lightly – it’s time to get on your feet and …
Recently, I had the opportunity to watch the new documentary “15 Hours with Amelia Boone”. The short film chronicles the journey of the world’s top female Obstacle Course Racers in its history. Amelia Boone she has won both the Spartan Race World Championship (2013) and World’s Toughest Mudder (three times 2012, 2014 and 2015). In 2014, eight weeks after …
Where dreams go to die – Gary Robbins and The Barkley Marathons I was recently given the opportunity to watch Where Dreams Go To Die, a documentary created by Ethan Newberry (The Ginger Runner) that follows the sacrifices and emotional journey of Canadian ultrarunner, Gary Robbins, during his two attempts at completing The Barkley Marathons. …
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The documentary film will take you in-depth into the lives of 8 athletes who collectively tell the story of community, identity, and why it matters to be a part of something transformative. November Project, the Free Fitness Movement that started in Boston that is now taking over the world, is simply the vessel for these …
This time around we get to profile the wonderful Gareth Perry. Despite the humorous quips and self-deprecation, his commitment to ensuring that the Rogues runs smoothly and successfully cannot be understated. Gareth is usually involved in the great things that happen in the group, most notably enduring 12 marathons in 2017 to raise £2,800 for …
First off the block in the Rogues Profile section is a runner who was awarded the Rogue Marathon Runner of The Year in April 2018 for the enthusiasm, commitment and joy that she has shown throughout the long winter months and that was the lovely Vicki Balfour! Vicki truly embodies the spirit of Rogues – …
