Last month I received an email from a runner in PA named Chris, with an opening line referring to Richard Simmons. Wanna know how to get my attention? That's your bait. Hook-line-and sinker. Chris told me he had written a book about running, and asked if I would care to review it. Still giggling over the fact someone used Mr. Simmons in their opening line, and totally intrigued by the title of his Continue reading →
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The Benefits of Yoga for Ultra Runners: a Complete Guide
I already know what you're thinking: "Yoga for ultra runners? No thank you, it's too boring/too hard/too time consuming/ I'm not flexible/etc. I'd rather run." Yeah, I can relate. You see, I've been active my entire life. From tap dancing and ballet as a little girl, to tearing up the … [Read More...]
Science in Sport: SiS GO Isotonic Energy Gel Review
Disclaimer: I dislike 99% of endurance gels on the market. The consistency makes me gag, the taste is unsettling, and they piss off my stomach. So when my friend Brian offered up a Science in Sport / SiS GO isotonic energy gel mid run, I politely took it and tucked it into my hydration pack for … [Read More...]
Running Your First 50 Miler – Everything You Need to Know About Race Day
FIFTY MILES. You probably don't even like to drive that far (who does?) and here you are, about to run 50 miles on nothing but your own two feet. Running your first 50 miler can be exciting, terrifying, overwhelming all at once, after all, it's nearly twice as far as a traditional marathon. Don't … [Read More...]