It appears I'm full of PSA posts around here lately, but this one is probably a subject that has NEVER crossed most of your minds...yet as endurance athletes, you NEED to be aware of. Please, please, please take a few minutes and read this. First off, I *must* take a very serious moment to be a mother hen and remind you ...if you EVER feel in your heart of hearts, your intuition, your Continue reading →
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100 Mile Packing List: What to Bring to an Ultramarathon
Confession: I'm pretty sure I pack more "stuff" to run a 100 miler than I do for a week long vacation. Packing for an ultramarathon is a learned art form, and frankly, ultras require a lot of gear. If you're facing your first 100 miler, you may be wondering what items are essential, or fearful of … [Read More...]
Commotion Chronicles: 11/25-12/1/19
Nearly ten (10!!) years ago, on this very blog, I started a little something called the "Sunday Review". I would share a roundup of products I liked that week. Alas, a decade ago I was also a full time student with two toddlers at home, and rarely was I able to follow through with any sort of … [Read More...]
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Mention wet feet to any runner, and you're likely to be met with a cringe. Prolonged wet feet can make the difference between a good run, and a miserable run. Wet feet during long distance running can leave you at risk for things like blisters, hot spots, or worse, macerated feet. (If you've never … [Read More...]