Training and Running Race Reports

My first ultramarathon of 2017. Lacking in endurance, relying on strength and experience, I took on the challenge that is FOURmidable 50K in Auburn, CA.

This past weekend, I participated in the 2017 Turner’s Tuff 10 at Red Hills Area of Critical Environmental Concern near Jamestown, CA. The race is

Just getting into the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run is not taken for granted by any ultramarathon runner. To reach this point was the

My adventure towards the training camp started four days before the weekend began. I drove my car cross-country from Charleston, SC to Modesto, CA. packed

The month of May was probably the most critical month for the Western States training. I ended my run streak of consecutive days at 113

The 2016 Wambaw Swamp Stomp 50-Mile Trail Run took place on May 7th and represented the last trail running race I would participate in South

After a bit of an easy week with Flowertown Festival and my mom visiting us, the mileage went back up. My training plan now would

The month of March resulted in a very consistent Western States training schedule that left me feeling confident in my abilities leading into the final

Overall, I have to say the month of February was a good first full month of training. The month started a little difficultly, but it

Just as my training for Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run was getting started, I put myself into a position that quickly reminded me what