Support a great masters coach, retailer at RunningWarehouse.com

Coach Joe Rubio, who once guided masters miler Aeron Arlin Genet, is “about my favorite coach on the planet,” writes Pete Magill, my favorite ex-distance blogger on the planet. Joe shares Pete’s priorities in life: “Family first, career second, running third, beer a close fourth.” In Joe’s case, coaching is but one of his gigs. He’s also co-owner of the online retailer RunningWarehouse.com. (It also includes a message board where Joe shares training and racing advice) Pete’s readers at Younger Legs for Older Runners benefited from Joe’s shop — they got a 10 percent discount on online purchases. Now Coach Joe is granting the same discount to readers of this blog. Dave Clingan and I are honored to join his team of affiliates. Even if you’re well-shod, check out Joe’s wisdom on 800 workouts and cross-country training. Joe once ran a marathon in 2:18 and competed into his current 40s. Give his site a try!