I’ve started to come to terms with the fact that life with an infant is extremely up and down. Last week was great, and while this week wasn’t particularly terrible, it was just so damn hectic. We had so many things going on as a family, and while most of them were really great, it was EXHAUSTING.… Read the rest
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How Runners Prepare for Fall
It was the last week of summer vacation for our little dude! I would love to say this summer just flew by, but with him basically being home since Spring break of 2020 and the fact that I’m exhaustingly pregnant, well that would be a lie. … Read the rest
UltraMarathon Drop Bag Tips
I RAN A 100K RACE! Which is incredible, and hard, and a little bit traumatic if I’m being completely honest. But it was an amazing experience, and I want to do a full race recap with all of the details later this week. … Read the rest
5 Things That Have Made Me A Better Trail Runner
A little over a year ago, I started the adventure of trail running. Transitioning from roads to trails was an adventure that was full of less than graceful falls, lots of running gear experimentation, and very long race days. At this point, I am by no means a professional trail runner; maybe not even a very good one. … Read the rest
Fueling for Summer Running
Summer has certainly made itself known on the roads and trails. With soaring temps, rising humidity, and hours of Sun. All the conditions that come along with Summer can actually help make you a stronger runner. But you have to be able to survive the environment. … Read the rest
Transitioning to Trail Running – Weekly Recap – 6.7.20
This was another emotionally exhausting week. First, hearing about Dave Glassman’s lack of support for the black community and black lives matter movement, and then hearing more and more information around the disgusting culture at CrossFit, Inc head quarters. It was just heart breaking to be honest.… Read the rest
Virtual Trail Racing – Weekly Recap – 5.17.20
This week marked the end of my base building. My mileage was high, and I felt good all week. On Saturday, I wrapped up my base building with a little virtual trail racing. After this week, I’ll take a deload week with some lower mileage. … Read the rest