Mercer Island Reporter
Mercer Island, WA:
Bolger takes third at Chicago races
Mercer Island resident Anna Bolger (far right) earned a third-place finish in the 14-17 year-old age group at the Spartan Race Chicago Super and the Spartan Race Chicago Sprint on June 23-24 at the Richmond Hunting Club in Chicago.
Growing up privileged on Mercer Island and learning real meaning of democracy
Growing up on Mercer Island, I have lived a very privileged life. I’ve never had to worry about getting enough food to eat, or whether or not I was safe going outside, and I certainly have never had to worry about getting a good education. And as a result, like so many others, I became apathetic to the problems faced by the world around me.
Should Formula One Actually Opt For Qualifying Races?
It feels like we go through something similar every year regarding Formula One: all this brainstorming about how to “solve” the series’ problems, or how to make it more interesting. This time around, The Powers That Be are wondering if they should implement qualifying races in exchange for the current format.
5 Tips For Conquering Obstacle Races
One obstacle expert shares her essential advice for race day.
How to Take a Picture of a Single, Ultra-Magnified Snow Flake
You—yes, you!—can help prove that no two flurries are alike. All you need is a good camera, a plastic bag, and some tape.
How to Execute Tight Buoy Turns
Most open water races—whether they’re 1 mile or 10—use brightly colored inflatable buoys to mark the course. Although sighting off these large spheroids or pyramids placed at strategic points along the course isn’t always as easy as their enormous size and conspicuous colors might suggest, learning how to use them to your advantage to execute tight buoy turns can help you edge out your competition.
How to Take the Stress Out of Taking Time Off
How the Challenges You Face Actually Teach You About God
Who wants difficulty in their life?<br>I'm guessing I won't get many takers. I haven't met many who will volunteer for the things that might make them unhappy.<br>I knew this guy who prayed for conflict once. When I learned that guy was praying that God would allow some conflict between him and me, I gr
How to Take Photos of Windows (And Get Bright, Beautiful Photos!)
Photography trick for taking photos of windows without blow out and getting bright, crisp photos overall.
How to Take an Engagement Ring Selfie That Will Get a Ton of Likes
A pro wedding photographer shares her tips to help you take that ever-important Instagram shot of your bridal bling.
How to Get Your Cat to Take a Pill
Giving your cat medication can be notoriously difficult. But with these few tips, it can be much easier and comfortable for you and your feline friend.
What Makes Risk Takers Tempt Fate?
Recent research suggests that genetic, environmental, and personal factors can make people take on risky—even potentially fatal—challenges.
The Definitive Guide For Workouts and Races
A proper running warm up will boost your race performance, prevent injuries, and help you run better workouts. Learn how to warm up for any distance.
Trying to Figure Out How to Fuel for Your Virtual Races? Take a Cue from Ultra Runners
Self-supported races are a new frontier in planning, something these athletes know well.
How people of different races can move forward together
Despite the deep divide between law enforcement and communities of color, people of all backgrounds need to be part of the solution
Your Guide to Races Around the Twin Cities
Can you hear the cowbells? These runs and marathons are filled with food, fun—and for good causes.
What You Need to Know About Fueling for Back-to-Back Races
Before you toe multiple start lines this season, follow these nutrition strategies.
Why Sprint Triathlons Are Better Than 140.6-Distance Races
There's so much more to life than training for and racing a full-distance triathlon.
How This New Extreme Sailing League Is Making Boat Races Feel More Like Formula One
Forget what you think you know about competitive sailing. SailGP is fast, athletic, skilled and explosive–and aiming to go mainstream.
Pills for appendicitis? Surgery often not needed, study says
CHICAGO (AP) — A new study says surgery isn't always needed for appendicitis and that antibiotics instead can often do the trick. The results from Finland contradict decades of thinking about the best way to treat an inflamed appendix. The condition has long been thought to be a medical emergency because of the risk for a burst appendix, which can be life-threatening. But advances in imaging tests make it easy to determine which patients face that danger.
"Why I Run" by Kathy Logsdon
As someone who works in a running store it has been assumed that I must be an avid runner. Of course I must have run tons of races. And of course I must be fast. The truth of the matter is that none of those assumptions are true. The complete opposite is more of my reality.
