MY FIRST EVER 100K FINISH! Run Woodstock, "a weekend of peace, love, music and running," has become my favorite annual event. Despite some brutal conditions over the years, including swamp-like trails, thunderstorms, and falling trees, it's always a laid-back and joyful atmosphere. Out on the trails the runners encourage each other throughout, and the campers …
Continue reading Woodstock 100K: The Thrill of Victory, and the Agony of De Feet
THE BIG 100K is tomorrow! Training and tapering are over, and it's time to do the deed. I've tested the course, my watch and headlamp are charged, and I've packed plenty of salted caramel Gu. No need to stress about anything; in fact, to stress about an event named "Run Woodstock" would be missing the …
Continue reading Let Go of Expectations, Embrace the Adventure
THE BIG EVENT at Run Woodstock is one week away, and I'm gearing up for it by gearing it down a little. Yes, it's the hardest training period of any distance runner - taper time! So I will be doing my very best to work out less, rest more, and eat more. I'll get through …
ONE GREAT THING about my fitness activities are the things I learn while doing them. And the great thing about having a blog is that I can share what I learn, and pretend that someone out there might actually read it. (It's a nice fantasy.) Well, last weekend's "brick" (bike ride and Crim race) provided …
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