Of course, the nightmares have begun. Nightmare is a harsh term I suppose, but the "anxious dreams" about unrealistic things like forgetting one of my shoes or not being able to actually find the finish line have started. In theory, there should be absolutely zero pressure on me to finish this 50K. Being a "fat ass" run, there is no entry fee to lose if I DNF. No race medal missed out Continue reading →
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It’s Fine. I’m Fine. Everything is Fine.
Shipwreck log, day 8: The hardest part of an injury, for an athlete, is not the initial shock of the injury. Sure, you're upset. True, everything you were training for is simultaneously flashing before your eyes and slipping out of reach. Oh yeah, and let's not forget to … [Read More...]
The Benefits of Having a Crew When Running an Ultra
Running an ultramarathon? Wondering if you really need to bring along a crew, or if you can go it alone? Indeed, there are a number of benefits of having a crew when running an ultra, and it goes beyond simply having someone to help you tie your shoes when you can no longer bend over to … [Read More...]
Run Far/Lift Heavy: How to Balance Ultramarathon & Strength Training
As a coach, one of the soap boxes I often stand upon and shout from is about the importance of strength training for runners. I truly believe that resistance training -whether body weight or with strength training equipment - is absolutely vital for injury prevention and success for all … [Read More...]