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Running in the Center of the Universe

Ashland Dave is a husband, father, retired LEO superstar, Buffalo Bills fan, JMU alumnus, AKL brother, and middle of the pack nobody, who runs marathons and ultramarathons in Central Virginia and beyond. ashlanddave@gmail.com

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30:20

Half Marathon Training Week 7 - Ice Storm - YakTrax -...

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2026/02/01

Recent snow and ice in the Central Virginia area have caused issues for my training but I've adapted and tried to stay on course. That and some other commentary in this episode, thanks for downloading the show!Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps Band.

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16:53

Half Marathon Training Week 6 - Cold! - Episode #310

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2026/01/25

I ran in unusually cold temperatures this week and there was a protest in Richmond. Thanks for downloading the show!Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps Band.

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25:08

Half Marathon Training Week 5 - Finally Outside! -...

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2026/01/18

Half marathon training continues with hill repeats! Thanks for downloading the show.Music by GrargeBand, US Marine Corps Band and Derek Miller's https://www.penmachine.com/.

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30:50

Half Marathon Training Week 4 - Episode #308

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2026/01/11

Come along with me as I train for a half marathon, email me at ashlanddave@gmail.com with positive comments. Bruce checked in this week, make sure to listen to his podcast if you need more material to get you through the mileage you need. Thanks for downloading the show! https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/4iunj-df6fc/Justa-Runners-podcast Music by GrargeBand, US Marine Corps Band and Derek Miller's https://www.penmachine.com/

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28:54

Encore Presentation of Episode #192 - The Student...

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2026/01/04

This episode was originally produced in February 2014 and describes my participation in the Dahlgren Heritage Trail Half Marathon with my good friend Ashland Bryan. I've likely run over 1000 miles with Bryan over the years. Quality time!Music by United States Marine Corps Band and GarageBand.

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32:35

Half Marathon Training Week 3 - Episode #306

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2026/01/03

Week 3 training for the River City Half is done and I'm feeling pretty good with the program I'm following. It's a "relaxed fit" perspective I'm taking to this training cycle vs. "bootleg" style. Listen to the show to learn more about that! Thanks for downloading the show, you can reach me at ashlanddave@gmail.com. Music by US Marine Corps Band and GarageBand.

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31:19

Half Marathon Training Week 2 - Episode #305

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2025/12/27

Training during week 2 of a beginners half marathon training program was a success! Come along as I talk about training and other funny things along the way.Thanks for downloading the show! Music by GarageBand, US Marine Corps Band and the late Derek Miller's https://www.penmachine.com/podcast/.

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27:23

Half Marathon Training Week 1 - Episode #304

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2025/12/21

I plan to run the River City Half Marathon in Richmond VA on March 7, 2026. I just finished week 1 of my training. I'm following the beginner's program that Runner's World has on their website. Should be a piece of cake, right? Follow along and we will see! My email is ashlanddave@gmail.com, check in and let me know where you hail from and what kind of running you do! Links mentioned in the

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32:56

Road Trip! - Episode #303

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2025/10/27

I went to Charlotte NC for a sporting event for the weekend but many things have happened before that. Listen to the show and find out what's going on with Ashland Dave. Thanks for downloading the show!Music by GarageBand and U.S. Marine Corps Band.

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38:53

Encore Presentation of Arlington Field of Honor -...

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2025/06/07

Listeners demanded more material so here’s an encore presentation of a show from 2012 about my Uncle Joe and his service in the Navy. Thanks for downloading the show!Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps Band.

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28:12

Happy New Year in June! - Episode #301

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2025/06/07

This is the first show since September 2024 but it’s a doozie! Full recap of what the latest news is from Ashland Dave and the Center of the Universe, Ashland VA. Thanks for downloading the show! Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps Band.

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26:58

Listener Roll Call! - Episode #300

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2024/09/03

The podcast is finally at 300 shows! Thanks to all of the listeners who helped make this happen. Links mentioned in the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/topics-in-endurance-sports/id1202716722 https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/4iunj-df6fc/Justa-Runners-podcast

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33:14

Steroids Olympics Episode Encore Presentation -...

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2024/08/02

I had to pull out old but really funny content for this episode. Have you ever thought about what a steroids olympics would look like?

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32:14

Farewell to a Good Friend - Episode #298

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2024/04/28

This show has all kinds of news about what is going on with running in the Center of the Universe!Thanks for downloading the show! Music by GarageBand and US Marine Corps Band.

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33:45

Weekend Warrior! - Episode #297

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2023/12/30

Maybe more like weekend wimpy, but I'm getting out there. This show has some societal observations which maybe you've never thought about.

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01:03:51

Six Time Ironman John Pendergrass - Episode #296

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2023/11/10

Six time Ironman John Pendergrass died Wednesday, 11-8-2023, at this home in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. John was a husband, father to three, grandfather to several, medical doctor, author, friend, marathon runner, and a Vietnam Veteran. He lived a full life and will be missed. His obituary can be viewed here John Pendergrass obituary. John is my cousin.John wrote two books about his extraordinary life: Against the Odds Racing Back to Vietnam

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46:02

When Two Miles is Success - Episode #295

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2023/09/30

I've gone from 50 miles a week to a 2 mile run. Covering two miles is a success for where I'm at with my running fitness. That and more in this show which includes an encore presentation of episode #199 from 2014. Thanks for downloading the show, my email is ashlandave@gmail.com.

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37:00

Plenty of Medical Excuses! - Episode #294

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2023/09/04

If you've stayed subscribed to this podcast, then you are appreciated and I need to hear from you at ashlanddave@gmail.com. I'm recovering from a situation I didn't think I would have as a runner. It's not tragic or anything like that. I make that distinction because I have close friends who are coping with more than I can imagine at this point my my/our lives. I've produced this show to provide some information about me and to show respect to a few of my local running buddies.

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29:37

Blue Friday Honor - Det. Kevin Hiner - Episode #293

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2022/10/04

A good friend of mine, Detective Kevin Hiner of the Richmond Police Department, was recently recognized for his outstanding police work. Kevin and I have been friends for several years and he was very deserving of this award. The link below has more information about the award he received. Kevin was interviewed by local talk radio host Jeff Katz of WRVA 1140. I reposted this interview to honor Kevin and bring more attention to his work. Blue Friday Award - Lt. Jan McTernan Thanks for downloading

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35:08

All Politics is Local - Episide #292

Running in the Center of the Universe ·

2022/10/04

The podcast is back with brand new content! "Burglary" at the beach, local sidewalk construction, nagging tendonitis and many other topics are covered along with some running news. Thanks for coming back and downloading the show. Music by Garageband and the United States Marine Corps Band.

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