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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Alex Martin and his dad Jeff running a marathon in Santa Cruz, Calif in May 2017.

How running changed my life

Alex Martin, Sports Editor // May 6, 2021

My breathing is arduous as I pick up speed, making it tougher to talk. I always remind myself that the pain that comes with running is temporary. The rhythmic sound of my feet hitting the pavement reminds...

Journalism professor Michael Griffin runs the Waldo 100K in Oregon. "Running trails is not just exercise," Griffin said. "It is a therapeutic lifestyle." Photo courtesy of Michael Griffin.

Chico State faculty, staff hit the ground running

Alisa Thorsen // March 9, 2015
Whether it be a simple 5K or a 100-mile trail run, some university employees were born to run.
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