Seven Hills Running Club
Huntsville, Texas
Running Shorts
RUNNING SHORTS is published in the Huntsville Item on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. The column is currently written by Dr. Darren Grant and guest columnist, Ms. Emily Villines. It is included on this web site with the permission of the Huntsville Item.
Darren Grant, December 19, 2019
Darren Grant, November 21, 2018
Marathoners hit Walker County Fairgrounds
Darren Grant, November 6, 2018
Huntsville competes in district meet
Darren Grant, October 16, 2018
Darren Grant, October 2, 2018
Time for two biggest races of year
Darren Grant, September 18, 2018
Huntsville cross-country teams running strong so far
Darren Grant, September 4, 2018
Making creative running challenges
Emily Villines, August 21, 2018
Emily Villines, August 7, 2018
Tiny sidewalks all the rage in Huntsville
Darren Grant, July 17, 2018
Huntsville Steppers running strong
Darren Grant, July 3, 2018
Plenty for runners to rave about
Darren Grant, June 19, 2018
Darren Grant, June 5, 2018
Darren Grant, May 15, 2018
Seven Hills club bring in members from across Texas
Darren Grant, May 1, 2018
What are former HHS runners up to?
Darren Grant, April 17, 2018
SHSU ROTC students run in marathon honoring prisoners of World War II
Darren Grant, April 3, 2018
The agony and esctasy of winter running
Darren Grant, March 20, 2018
Registration open for Huntsville Half Marathon
Darren Grant, March 7, 2018
Finding the right exercise mix to lose weight
Darren Grant, February 27, 2018
Rocky Raccoon 100 not for the faint of heart
Darren Grant, February 6, 2018
Seven Hills gives out end-of-year accolades
Darren Grant, January 16, 2018
Hold on to those New Year's resolutions
Darren Grant, January 2, 2018
Major races coming to Huntsville in February
Darren Grant, December 19, 2017
Marathon, race attendance declining across region
Darren Grant, December 7, 2017
Two Turkey Trots set for Thanksgiving
Darren Grant, November 21, 2017
Huntsville race draws 180 competitors
Darren Grant, November 7, 2017
It's never too late to start running
Darren Grant, October 17, 2017
Huntsville Half Marathon coming soon.
Darren Grant, October 3, 2017
This is what happened in summer races
Darren Grant, September 19, 2017
Huntsville High School runners ready for season
Darren Grant, September 5, 2017
Huntsville Steppers hit their stride
Darren Grant, August 15, 2017
Emily Villines, August 1, 2017
What I've learned from running
Emily Villines, July 18, 2017
Darren Grant, July 4, 2017
Darren Grant, June 20, 2017
Huntsville Intermediate School running club finishes successful year
Darren Grant, June 8, 2017
Lots of places to run in Texas, the U.S. and around the globe
Darrent Grant, May 16, 2017
Huntsville State Park offers many advantages
Darren Grant, May 2, 2017
Huntsville neighborhoods great place to run in
Darren Grant, April 18, 2017
Run into history at Pricthett Field
Darren Grant, April 4, 2017
Darren Grant, March 21, 2017
Great running path hidden in Huntsville
Darren Grant, March 7, 2017
Mud run coming to Huntsville March 4
Darren Grant, February 21, 2017
Seven Hills passes out 2016 awards
Darren Grant, February 7, 2017
Running a good way to meet community members
Darren Grant, January 17, 2017
Darren Grant, January 3, 2017
How to stay motivated to get out and run
Ken Johnson, December 20, 2016
Bickford, Fabian push running streaks to four years
Ken Johnson, December 6, 2016
Where will you be running this Thanksgiving?
Ken Johnson, November 15, 2016
Sherrouse, McCallum win Huntsville Half Marathon
Ken Johnson, November 1, 2016
Finding the best exercise that fits you
Matt Wagner, October 18, 2016
Over 400 runners in Huntsville for Texas 10 Series
Ken Johnson, October 4, 2016
Matt Wagner, September 20, 2016
5K now most popular race distance
Ken Johnson, September 6, 2016
Early entry deadline near for Huntsville's big race
Ken Johnson, August 16, 2016
Lots of races in Huntsville this fall
Ken Johnson, August 2, 2016
Travel, racing go well together
Ken Johnson, July 19, 2016
Matt Wagner, July 5, 2016
Registration open for Huntsville Half Marathon
Ken Johnson, June 21, 2016
Gautreaux, Villines win Memorial Day 5K
Ken Johnson, June 7, 2016
Benefits of running outweigh hazards
Matt Wagner, May 17, 2016
How every runner can benefit from cryotherapy
Ken Johnson, May 3, 2016
Local runners racing for healthy fun
Ken Johnson, April 19, 2016
Ken Johnson, April 5, 2016
Annual "Run the Trails" to take place on Sunday
Ken Johnson, March 16, 2016
Hydration especially important in warmer weather
Ken Johnson, March 1, 2016
Huntsville's Brian Zemlicka completes 100-mile run
Ken Johnson, February 16, 2016
Huntsville's Dan Byrne continues to impress at long-distance road races
Ken Johnson, February 2, 2016
What is the latest trend in running shoes?
Ken Johnson, January 19, 2016
Seven Hills Running Club elects new officers
Ken Johnson, January 5, 2016
Running, weight training can work cohesively
Matt Wagner, December 15, 2015
Bickford's and Fabian's running streak coming close to three years
Ken Johnson, December 1, 2015
Turkey trots are becoming an annual tradition for runners
Ken Johnson, November 17, 2015
Take precautions when running this fall
Ken Johnson, November 3, 2015
Saloom and McCallum win Huntsville Half Marathon
Ken Johnson, October 20, 2015
Dan Byrne shines at Texas 10 Series in Huntsville
Ken Johnson, October 6, 2015
Seven Hills Running Club marks 30th birthday this month
Ken Johnson, September 15, 2015
Trail running group meets twice a week at Huntsville State Park
Ken Johnson, September 1, 2015
Running injury prevention clinic set for Sept. 17
Ken Johnson, August 18, 2015
Now is the time to sign up for Huntsville's big race
Ken Johnson, August 4, 2015
It's time to start a running program
Ken Johnson, July 21, 2015
Back to back wins for Hornet Taylor McDonald
Ken Johnson, July 7, 2015
Getting to know running terminology
Ken Johnson, June 16, 2015
Record number of runners at Memorial Day 5K
Ken Johnson, June 2, 2015
Consistency is the key to running success
Ken Johnson, May 19, 2015
Matt Wagner, May 4, 2015
Runners taking advantage of cool weather
Ken Johnson, April 22, 2015
Virtual races are all about the bling
Ken Johnson, April 7, 2015
Matt Wagner, March 17, 2015
Bad weather not enough to deter local runners
Ken Johnson, March 3, 2015
Backhaus take first at Love.Run.Marathon
Ken Johnson, February 19, 2015
Date changed for this year's Texas 10 Series Huntsville race
Ken Johnson, February 3, 2015
Local runners flock down to Houston for marathon
Ken Johnson, January 20, 2015
Plenty of free or low cost races in the area
Ken Johnson, January 6, 2015
Gautreaux completes 100-mile race
Ken Johnson, December 16, 2014
McDonald, Villines prevail at Leftover Turkey 10K Run
Ken Johnson, December 2, 2014
Beyond the race; preparing for success
Matt Wagner, November 18, 2014
What's the latest in running shoes?
Ken Johnson, November 4, 2014
Stephens and Haavikko prevail in Huntsville Half Marathon
Ken Johnson, October 21, 2014
Huntsville's big race just around the corner
Ken Johnson, October 7, 2014
Where are the safest places to run in Huntsville?
Ken Johnson, September 17, 2014
Gautreaux, Damian prevail in Heat Wave 5K at Waterwood
Ken Johnson, September 3, 2014
Obey the laws and be extra careful running roads
Ken Johnson, August 19, 2014
Plenty of runners on-hand for Dog Days Run in Huntsville
Ken Johnson, August 5, 2014
Registration now open for Huntsville's premier race
Ken Johnson, July 15, 2014
Huntsville runners hit the road for Polish Pickle 5K
Ken Johnson, July 2, 2014
Hydration is serious business for runners
Ken Johnson, June 17, 2014
Ken Johnson, June 3, 2014
Several local runners join the streaking movement
Ken Johnson, May 21, 2014
Bickfords represent Seven Hills Running Club at RRCA Convention in Spokane
Ken Johnson, May 13, 2014
Busy, busy weekend for local runners with plenty of 5K, 10K races
Ken Johnson, April 15, 2014
This is "no excuse" running weather
Ken Johnson, April 1, 2014
Where are the best places to run in Huntsville?
Ken Johnson, March 20, 2014
Plenty of local runners at the races
Ken Johnson, March 4, 2014
Local runners shine at Love.Run.Marathon
Ken Johnson, February 18, 2014
Texas 10 Series to return to Huntsville in April
Ken Johnson, February 4, 2014
Running Club elects new officers
Ken Johnson, January 21, 2014
Leah Koester completes her first marathon
Ken Johnson, January 7, 2014
Put your running goals in proper perspective
Ken Johnson, December 17, 2013
Local runners continue Thanksgiving tradition
Ken Johnson, December 3, 2013
Running club gives back to the community
Ken Johnson, November 19, 2013
O'Brien-Nolen, Arellano win Huntsville Half Marathon
Ken Johnson, November 5, 2013
It's not too late to enter Huntsville's big race
Ken Johnson, October 15, 2013
There's a race for every kind of runner in Huntsville this fall
Ken Johnson, October 1, 2013
Tips to help you run safer on streets
Ken Johnson, September 19, 2013
Running club debuts new course at Spring Lake
Ken Johnson, September 3, 2013
Sign up now for Huntsville Half Marathon
Ken Johnson, August 20, 2013
Gautreaux, Villines win Dog Days 5K
Ken Johnson, August 7, 2013
What are modern runners wearing?
Ken Johnson, July 23, 2013
Running with headphones is risky
Ken Johnson, July 2, 2013
Color and light runs: the latest craze in the crazy world of running
Ken Johnson, June 18, 2013
Registration for Houston Marathon starts Wednesday
Ken Johnson, June 4, 2013
Summer heat no excuse not to run
Ken Johnson, May 21, 2013
Polish Pickle 5K has strong Huntsville following
Ken Johnson, May 7, 2013
Torres, Morris win new Texas 10 Series race
Ken Johnson, April 16, 2013
Time to revisit those New Year's resolutions
Ken Johnson, April 2, 2013
Ken Johnson, March 19, 2013
For various reasons, half marathons growing in popularity
Ken Johnson, March 5, 2013
Ken Johnson, February 19, 2013
A hundred marathons and counting for Sam Houston professor
Ken Johnson, February 5, 2013
Guzman, Kramer fastest local runners at Houston Marathon
Ken Johnson, January 15, 2013
Hit the pavement running with your New Year's resolutions
Ken Johnson, January 2, 2013
Plenty of local runners take part in marathon, half marathon in Aggieland
Ken Johnson, December 18, 2012
Huntsville runners take care of leftover turkey in 10K
Ken Johnson, December 4, 2012
Where will you be running this Thanksgiving?
Ken Johnson, November 20, 2012
More than 450 runners in town for annual race
Ken Johnson, November 6, 2012
Ken Johnson, October 17, 2012
Running more popular than ever in Huntsville
Ken Johnson, October 2, 2012
What do those number stickers signify?
Ken Johnson, September 18, 2012
There's plenty of races in Huntsville area ahead
Ken Johnson, September 4, 2012
Here's a few reasons to start running
Ken Johnson, August 21, 2012
Quarter marathon returning to Huntsville this fall
Ken Johnson, August 7, 2012
Grant, Villines win Dog Days 5K
Ken Johnson, July 17, 2012
In Texas, there's more marathons than ever
Ken Johnson, July 3, 2012
Kramer, Torres win June Bug 5K in Huntsville
Ken Johnson, June 19, 2012
Garner, Grant win Memorial Day 5K Run
Ken Johnson, June 6, 2012
New study confirms the benefits of running
Ken Johnson, May 15, 2012
Torres, Villines win Spring Fling 5K
Ken Johnson, May 1, 2012
Huntsville runners join thousands at Blue Bell event
Ken Johnson, April 17, 2012
Local runner completes 56K in South Africa
Ken Johnson, April 3, 2012
Ken Johnson, March 20, 2012
Run the Trails at state park March 25
Ken Johnson, March 6, 2012
Ken Johnson, February 21, 2012
Ken Johnson, February 7, 2012
Runners to converge on Huntsville for 100-mile race
Ken Johnson, January 17, 2012
Ken Johnson, January 8, 2012
Last minute gift ideas for runners
Ken Johnson, December 20, 2011
'Tis the season to be running and racing
Ken Johnson, December 6, 2011
Ken Johnson, November 16, 2011
Hundreds participate in Huntsville Half Marathon and 5K
Ken Johnson, November 1, 2011
Running outdoors definitely has a dark side
Ken Johnson, October 18, 2011
Ken Johnson, October 4, 2011
Plenty of races in Huntsville this fall
Ken Johnson, September 20, 2011
Gonzalez, Williams take first place in Huntsville Heat Wave 5K
Ken Johnson, September 6, 2011
Ken Johnson, August 16, 2011
Houston now offers indoor marathon
Ken Johnson, August 2, 2011
Local runners selected for 2012 Houston Marathon
Ken Johnson, July 19, 2011
Now is the time to start training
Ken Johnson, July 7, 2011
Running: a good sport for the whole family
Ken Johnson, June 22, 2011
Koester and Harper win Memorial Day 5K in Huntsville
Ken Johnson, June 7, 2011
No better time than the present
Ken Johnson, May 17, 2011
How far was that marathon you ran?
Ken Johnson, May 4, 2011
Duncan claims first at Hog's Hunt 10K Trail Run
Ken Johnson, April 21, 2011
Local runners compete in Bataan Memorial Death March Marathon
Ken Johnson, April 7, 2011
Runners celebrate SHSU president's investiture
Ken Johnson, March 16, 2011
Gautreaux and McClellan win Sweetheart 5K
Ken Johnson, March 2, 2011
Ken Johnson, February 15, 2011
Gautreaux fastest local runner at Houston Marathon
Ken Johnson, February 1, 2011
Local runners getting ready to hit the streets of Houston
Ken Johnson, January 18, 2011
Get off and running to start the new year
Ken Johnson, January 5, 2011
Can you drop some weight by running?
Ken Johnson, December 21, 2010
Guzman, Williams win Huntsville's Leftover Turkey 10K
Ken Johnson, December 7, 2010
What is the best running surface?
Ken Johnson, November 17, 2010
Runners aplenty at Huntsville Half Marathon
Ken Johnson, November 2, 2010
Marathon 2 Marathon, a unique experience to be part of
Ken Johnson, October 20, 2010
Plenty of participation in local races
Ken Johnson, October 5, 2010
Can music make you run faster?
Ken Johnson, September 21, 2010
Seven Hills Running Club celebrates 25th anniversary this month
Ken Johnson, September 7, 2010
Lots of local races in Huntsville in the next few months
Ken Johnson, August 17, 2010
Be consistent to get the full benefits of running
Ken Johnson, August 3, 2010
Houston Marathon modifies lottery system for entry
Ken Johnson, July 20, 2010
Don't let the summer heat keep you from running
Ken Johnson, July 6, 2010
Houston Marathon switches to lottery system
Ken Johnson, June 15, 2010
Want your running questions answered?
Ken Johnson, June 1, 2010
Ken Johnson, May 18, 2010