Tag: Half Marathon

• Whistler Half Marathon – Race Recap

  

  The Whistler Half Marathon had the makings of something special. I’d been on course enough in the month leading into the race, and had the experience of running fast along several key sections. But I just couldn’t execute on race day. In the end it was back in my usual spot, with another fourth place…

  Rhys Desmond

  June 8, 2026

  My Personal Journey, Races

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• Historic Half Marathon – Race Recap

  

  I don’t know what it is with my body. Why it always chooses the week of a race to get sick. Racing while sick isn’t easy, but I also need to get better at being uncomfortable. Here is what I learned from Vancouver’s Historic Half Marathon.

  Rhys Desmond

  November 30, 2025

  Personal Development, Races, Trail Running

  Being sick, Confidence, Half Marathon, My Journey, Personal Development, Race Day, Race Recaps, Races, Racing sick, Running, Vancouver Historic Half Marathon