"As most of you know, if left to my own devices, I'll quit when no one is looking, then saunter back to the tent, sit down, and tell you I've quit, after my timing chip has already been handed in. Don't turn your back on me, I'm not trustworthy." _______________________________________________ There are a number of things that frustrate me about the fitness industry, some of which cause my Continue reading →
No-Equipment Plyometrics Workout for Runners
Want to become a faster, stronger runner? Then you absolutely HAVE to do more than simply run all of the time. Cross training, speedwork, and strength training are imperative in ensuring you are the best runner you can be. One of my favorite types of workouts to incorporate into my training regimen is a once a week plyometric session. Plyometrics are typically jumping or dynamic movement Continue reading →
2019 Retreat Repeat Recap
I don't remember the exact context of the conversation. We were about 25 miles in to our run, and my friend Raquel was discussing parties. "I don't go to parties anymore, I'm too old and tired for that" I quipped. "Unless...does this count? Friends, music, junk food, beer, and fun...well at least my kind of fun? That's a party, right?" It was around 2:00 in the afternoon, and Raquel, Geoff, Continue reading →
Training/Heather/Life updates: December 2018
What is it that they say about the best laid plans? Don't make them, because the universe will do whatever the hell it wants anyway? Maybe that's not the actual saying, but that's where I find myself today. Let me catch you up: Two weeks ago (ish), I decided to change my goal race. It wasn't a huge change - the distance would be the same, and the new race would be two weeks earlier, Continue reading →
5 Supplements I Take for Optimum Running Recovery
The following content is sponsored by iHerb In a perfect world, you would receive all of your nutrients, vitamins, and minerals directly from your food. Unfortunately, we do not live in a perfect world. Between busy schedules that don't always allow for proper nutrition, to increased demands due to physical activity, runners may occasionally find themselves needing to supplement their diet Continue reading →
The Realities of UltramarathonTraining: Tough Love from a Coach
Last October, when Geoff and I decided to dive in head first and create our run coaching business, I knew exactly how I wanted to do things differently from other coaches. You see, many of my friends who had been working with coaches had similar complaints about their experiences. Their coaches were knowledgeable and effective, don't get me wrong, but being coached seemed to incite a level of Continue reading →
2018 Last Chance 50K – Race Recap
If the world is about to end, the most logical thing to do is go for a run, right? That is...well, was...the premise of the Last Chance 25 & 50K, put on by Eagle Endurance in Huger, SC. The very first running of this event, 6 years ago, was held on the day the world was supposed to end according to the Mayan Calendar. The good news is that the world did NOT end on that fateful day Continue reading →
10 Motivational Trail & Ultra Running Films for Treadmill Distraction
This year I've begun putting in a ton more treadmill time than desired in order to get my share of climbing / vertical mileage because let's face it, Myrtle Beach is FLAT. I refuse to let me hometown topography put me at a disadvantage, even if it means sacrificing trail time for treadmill time. I know, it's blasphemy. To pass the time, I've taken to watching documentaries on YouTube. Continue reading →
Applying Mindfulness to Your Running: Deepen Your Experience and Deal with the Pain
One of my greatest struggles in the sport of ultramarathon is getting out of my own head. When things get incredibly tough, the negative thoughts in my mind begin as a snowball, then grow and grow until they end as an avalanche headed straight to DNF-ville. It's not often that I allow guest posts on Relentless Forward Commotion. After all, you guys come here to read my rambling. When Gary Continue reading →
The Price of a DNF (Swamp Fox 100 Recap)
I don't have much of a race report to share, because not much of a race happened for me. I was excited for a second attempt at Swamp Fox 100, an unsupported ultra in the Francis Marion swamp of South Carolina. I was confident, I felt incredibly strong, and I raced smart from the very first step. I kept my pace in check from the get go, didn't even flinch with an ounce of competitiveness when Continue reading →
Hoka One One EVO Mafate Review
It's been a long time since I've reviewed a new shoe, mainly because it's been a long time since I really switched up my shoes. The Hoka One One EVO Mafate is the latest tool in my ridiculous, overcrowded shed (I preach minimal living...except when it comes to running shoes) and I like it enough that I want to share my thoughts about it. (Also: this is the only picture in existence of my Hoka Continue reading →
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