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April 2023

Rick Norris’ Take on Volunteering for the Houston Marathon

Rick Norris explains why he keeps coming back every year to volunteer.   We are thrilled to introduce you to one of our long-time volunteers, Rick Norris as a small way to celebrate National Volunteer Week. Rick has been a vital part of our team for six years, starting as a spectator cheering on runners

Guiding a Visually Impaired Athlete in a Marathon

Carolina Muriel Guide for Team Catapult Athlete William Laramie Shares her 2023 Race Memories as a First-time Guide in a Marathon   We sat down with Carolina Muriel for a chat about her experience as a first-time marathon guide and here is what she had to say. You have completed multiple marathons and Ironman races,

January 2023

51st Annual Chevron Houston Marathon Elite Field Announcement 

51st Annual Chevron Houston Marathon Elite Field Announcement  A national record chase in the women’s field and one of the fastest men's field in race history  HOUSTON – January 4, 2023 -- The 51st Chevron Houston Marathon women’s race will feature a national record chase, the return of a defending champion and athletes from around

2023 Annual Aramco Houston Half Marathon Elite Field Announcement 

22nd Annual Aramco Houston Half Marathon Elite Field Announcement  A double-American record holder, a returning legend, and debut of an all-time great headline this World Athletics Gold Label race.  HOUSTON – JANUARY 3, 2023 -- The Houston Marathon Committee announced today the elite athletes who will chase the $10,000 first-place prize in this historically fast

December 2022

2024 Chevron Houston Marathon Pace Team

3:00 Pace Team Leaders Cali Roper(Werner)                 Breaking three hours in the marathon is a big deal for anyone. I remember what it is like to accomplish that life milestone and would love to be a part of other people's journeys as well! Instagram: caliwerner1 Ryan Swartz  

November 2022

Shared Experiences from a Non-running Runner

Shared Experiences from a Non-running Runner  By Chris Leung Hey HOU! “Winter” is here and the running season is upon us with cooler temperatures and dry air (finally!).    Like a number of us, I grew up dreading the PE - Physical Education period in school. Worst of all were the days we had to

5 Things I Learned About Nutrition While Recovering From an Eating Disorder

5 Things I Learned About Nutrition While Recovering From an Eating Disorder And how you can use them to strengthen your long-distance running journey  By Rebecca Wied For the past 10 years, my world has been consumed by the thoughts of numbers, food, and exercise; and my time has been filled up with doctor appointments,

October 2022

How Running in a Group Setting Helped me Reach my Goals

How Running in a Group Setting Helped me Reach my Goals If you’re a lone wolf runner and getting started you need to hear this . . .   By Rosa Perez  This is the story of how I went from a lone wolf to running with a pack.  I have been running for almost

The Arbor School

The Arbor School  “Every mile is for him. To live and to love. He’s my constant reminder why I’m here. To serve those who don’t have the same luxury I do, the often overlooked luxury of something as basic as running.” 13 years and 100 days. That’s when Price Stedham took his first steps. A

Stop. Enjoy the Run!

Stop. Enjoy the Run!  Encouragement to runners of all levels.  When I began running, I had no idea what to expect. I was a “fan-girl” of runners. I admired their perseverance and found it unfathomable their legs could carry them for miles upon miles.   It’s hard to believe that now, I am a runner! And