This guest post from Irish mountain runner Moire O’Sullivan describes a run around Cambodia’s capital city, where she now lives. Also included: links to additional recommended posts on travel to Cambodia.
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A Year Ago, I Made New Year’s Resolutions. Here’s How I Did.
Most of us set goals around January 1 and forget about them by February. This past year, for the first time, I tried to remember and make progress on my goals all year long. Here’s how I measured up–and my resolutions for 2012.
The Runner’s Trip Turns One: Favorites from the First Year
One year and 80 posts since I started The Runner’s Trip, I’m reflecting on this blog by digging into the archives and creating a “best of” list.
Trail-Running Camps, Tours & Retreats for Dream Chasers, Adventure Seekers & Wild Women
Going to camp isn’t just for kids. It’s also a great travel option for active people who’d like to be coached and cared for while developing their outdoor passion. This post spotlights three respected providers of camps, tours & retreats: Dreamchasers Outdoor Adventures, Adventure Running Co., and Run Wild Retreats.
Go For It: My 2012 Running and Travel Calendar
I’m going on 43 and starting my 18th year of running. Why not make it the best year yet? Why not explore new territory and go farther than ever before?
Getting Ready for the Ultimate Day Trip: The North Face Endurance Challenge 50M
My thoughts the day before attempting The North Face Endurance Challenge 50M (gulp).
A Dose of Thanksgiving Gratitude to Lift My Holiday Spirit and Savor the Trip
We came to Cabo for an escapist, easy week after a challenging year work-wise. The time on the treadmill, along with the time spent poolside, makes me travel far inside my head and contemplate countless things not related to running. I focused on making a list of gratitude to help dispel some less-than-happy thoughts that […]
Crossing Continents in Istanbul: A Race Report and Recommendations for Running in Turkey
This guest post comes from Robin Devaux, a marathoner and attorney from Oakland who’s traveling around the world. She wasn’t sure what to expect as a woman running and racing in Istanbul. Here’s why the city surprised her, and why she’d gladly run the Istanbul 15K/Marathon course again.
Just Do Diablo: A Quick and Dirty Report on Running the East Bay Area’s Best Mountain
Every time I run Mount Diablo in the Contra Costa region east of San Francisco, I want to return for more. Here’s why—along with info on an upcoming running & hiking event on the mountain, a suggested long-run route, and an unusual race report from its muddy trails.
2012 Trail Running Camps: Alaska with Geoff Roes
Tamara Johnson spent five days at an Alaskan camp directed by champion ultrarunner Geoff Roes. Here’s how this northern exposure boosted her out of her running depression. Plus … links to other great running camps.