How the Miwok 100K transported me way outside of my comfort zone, made me feel like I lived a lifetime in a day and then reduced me to tears.
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An Ultra Race Against Hunger and Violence: Q&A with Ultrarunner Stephanie Case in South Sudan
Stephanie Case, whom I got to know in 2012, has the courage to do all she can to help protect and stabilize the displaced population of South Sudan. Here’s our conversation about what it’s like to live, work and run in the midst of a humanitarian crisis and in the face of a very real […]
Diablo Trails Challenge 50K Report: An 11-Mile Race with a 20-Mile Warmup
I approached the Diablo Trails Challenge 50K as a pre-Miwok 100K reality check and final long, hard run before tapering. But at a certain point I made the decision to race, not just run.
Boston-Bound Magdalena Boulet: Past Olympian and Rising Ultra Star
A from-the-archives 2008 post on Olympic marathoner Magdalena Boulet of Oakland, who is rising on the ultra racing scene and will race Boston on Monday.
Inside Trail’s 3rd Annual Lake Chabot Race: A Success Story After an Inauspicious Start
A look at Inside Trail and a conversation with its RD, Tim Stahler, as the organization turns 3. Plus, my mini race report from the 30K.
Running Again After Injury & Learning From the Layoff
After a hiatus from running and blogging, I’m coming back slowly and carefully. Here are 12 pieces of advice for anyone recovering from a running injury or trying to prevent one.
Inside the Head and Heart of An Injured Trail Runner
If you’re feeling injured, dumpy and grumpy, then watching a video of someone like Anna Frost might make you feel worse. Or it could be just the thing to transport you to a better place. I clicked through to watch it reluctantly, aware the episode could stir as much jealousy and cynicism as escapism and […]
You Don’t Want to Peak and Taper Like This
I went from thinking, “This can’t be happening,” to, “I can’t believe I did this.”
Headstrong but Body Weak: How Injury and Imbalance Derailed the Best-Laid Training Plan
What the heck happened to summer and to my running? My training totally fell apart as I experienced a double whammy of injuries and had to re-learn the importance of moderation and balance.
Maine by Backroads: Don’t Miss These Must-Do’s
Where to run, bike, eat and stay around the coast of Maine based on our week-long trip with Backroads. I highly recommend this destination!