Beyond the pavement

By Aaron Mabry

Additional Column Posts (1 - 19 of 19)

• How young is too young?

  By Aaron Mabry - Jan 29
  Growing up, I was always trying different sports. And my parents, God love them for all the shoes and support they provided, had two rules. 1) ...
  

• Winter Blues

  By Aaron Mabry - Oct 30
  As the season turns, the leaves have all but changed and we’ve already seen our first snow. And just as mild as our winter was last year, something...
  

• In the mud

  By Aaron Mabry - Apr 12
  It’s finally green outside and while most years we’d be asking where the winter went, this particular season we’re wondering if it ever arrived. ...
  

• A fish out of water

  By Aaron Mabry - Feb 28
  Whether you’re from around here, you have family or are simply passing through, it’s evident that football is king in Western North Carolina. ...
  

• Take it easy

  By Aaron Mabry - Feb 09
  It’s incredible how badly we often procrastinate with our workouts. One day you’re on top of the world, working out regularly and feeling like ...
  

• Beyond Compare

  By Aaron Mabry - Jan 26
  During Tuesday night’s State of the Union address, President Barack Obama covered an array of topics ranging from the national deficit, to ...
  

• Plan Ahead

  By Aaron Mabry - Jan 12
  Regardless of whether or not you train to stay in shape, lose weight, or continue to knock away at PR’s, it’s important to have a specific goal in ...
  

• Tis' the season

  By Aaron Mabry - Dec 01
  So it’s the week after Thanksgiving and you’re down three turkeys, two belt notches and one seriously seductive pumpkin pie. And if that isn’t ...
  

• The ‘Dog Days of Winter’

  Nov 08
  Early last month, I went down to Charlotte for a two- day training session with my job. When I left on Monday, the weather was warm, the trees ...
  

• Try running off the beaten path

  By Aaron Mabry - Aug 08
  Have you ever taken the time to wander off the beaten path a bit and explore what lies beyond your normal road course? For those of you who can ...
  

• The Puppy Plan

  By Aaron Mabry - Dec 06
  As many of you know, my wife Kristin has a deep love for anything with a tail and fur. As it turns out, I’m constantly, not to mention randomly, ...
  

• Life Changing

  By Aaron Mabry - Oct 09
  This morning, I accomplished something incredible. And believe it or not, I can argue that I’m more proud, humbled and awoken by this experience ...
  

• Dichotomy of Sport

  By Aaron Mabry - Mar 01
  On Wednesday, I wrote an article that related to the upcoming Pisgah vs. Tuscola alumni football game. And now that the roster has been set (see ...
  

• Putting your best foot forward by being prepared

  By Aaron Mabry - Feb 16
  As the season turns and we transition from winter to spring sports, it’s important to get a good feel for what you’ll need if you intend to run ...
  

• Prepare for Success

  By Aaron Mabry - Feb 02
  Wel, it’s about time. In the next few weeks, high school teams all over the country will be gearing up for the outdoor track and field season. ...
  

• Dog Days of Winter

  By Aaron Mabry - Jan 19
  Well, the time of year is here for runners, especially those intending to seriously compete at the high school level, to begin building a base. ...
  

• NEW YEAR: SAME OLD YOU!

  By Aaron Mabry - Jan 05
  In light of the recent New Year, it seems appropriate to convey a message that relates to change and resolution. The only difference is that I ...
  

• In the Shade

  By Aaron Mabry - Nov 15
  Despite the weather, running conditions or time of year, one staple product is becoming more and more synonymous with a runners wardrobe, helping ...
  

• Guilty as charged

  By Aaron Mabry - Oct 27
  One of the more gratifying things about life is that we’re continually evolving, learning and ultimately making better the way in which our ...