Running to a Better Life

Michael Canle Age: 31 Hometown: Tomball, TX January 2010 was a breakthrough month for Michael Canle. Weighing in at 332 pounds, he knew he needed to make a change. His wife was six months pregnant with their first child. The realization set in that he was going to be...

“I Just Want to Run”

Leigh Spruell Age: 62 Hometown: Houston, TX “Running has been a part of my life–through snow, rain, heat, mountains, pregnancy, divorce, depression, anxiety, and the stress of raising three beautiful daughters! I have always found solace on the streets,...

Joy: A Reason to Run

“A joy in running that inspires her” Jen Simar, age 23, Houston, TX “I don’t know if I’ve ever really thought about why I run; but, considering I spend most of my free time pounding the pavement, mouse-wheeling on a treadmill, or hitting...

On the Road: Dallas Bound

The Houston Marathon Committee is heading north this weekend to the MetroPCS Dallas White Rock Marathon! Come visit us at the Dallas EXPO on Friday and Saturday, December 2-3 at Booth #167. Sport your Chevron Houston Marathon or Aramco Houston Half Marathon shirt and...