"Man in these crags a fastness find To fight pollution of the mind;" A few days ago, a friend of mine posted a photo she had taken on the White Dot trail on Mt. Monadnock. As soon as I saw the picture, a flood of memories hit me like a punch in the stomach. No, more like that one time in sixth grade when I absentmindedly walked too close to the batter in a game of whiffle ball, and Continue reading →
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Ultramarathon Terminology: Long Distance Lingo
If running lingo is a language of it's own, then ultramarathon terminology is akin to a very specific dialect only spoken in remote village on the side of an obscure mountain you've never heard of. You know, someplace wild like Silverton or Wartburg. Like any niche within a niche, … [Read More...]
6 Reasons to Run a Stage Race
Up until a few years ago, I assumed stage races were reserved for bicycles and rally cars. You know, Tour de France level stuff, the kind that elite athletes or race car drivers with a lot of time and money on their hands do in their spare time. I had no idea that stage races existed for runners, … [Read More...]
How to Overcome the Fear of Reinjury When Returning to Running
Returning to running after an injury? Terrified that you might reinjure yourself? You aren't alone. Taking time off of running is frustrating, and the last thing you want to do when you are finally able to return is to get hurt AGAIN, forcing you back to square one. Here are 6 ways to overcome … [Read More...]