From a last-minute registration to a freezing start line, and a wardrobe mishap, this race was anything but ordinary. But despite the chaos, it delivered a huge confidence boost for my marathon training.

Thirteen years off the roads, and then a marathon challenge. Discover how I battled Arkansas humidity, a rogue calf injury, and the Hansons Marathon Method to build a sub-3 marathon base from scratch.

A bachelor party in Tahoe, a 13-year running hiatus, and a challenge fueled by nostalgia and a few too many beers. How a spontaneous marathon plan brought a 'retired' runner back to the starting line.