Category: Review

Oil Creek 100 Race Report (2025)

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https://youtu.be/Fte-kiXQL4E?si=A18pPXLC-ABfaMS0 Thanks for supporting my YouTube channel! This was the first 100 miler that I decided to compete in. It was an excellent choice of race because I'm very familiar with the course and was getting my revenge for four prior DNFs here. Results I did it! I “struck oil.” “Strike Oil or Move On” … Continue reading Oil Creek 100 Race Report (2025) →

Post-Race Questionnaire for Glacier Ridge Trail Ultra 2025

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Event Name, date, location. Glacier Ridge Trail Ultra, 05/10, Moraine State Park Pre-event, what were your hopeful outcomes? What were the actual outcomes? To push myself to see how much I've grown. I used the goals of getting as close to the course record as possible and nabbing a podium spot. I knew that aiming … Continue reading Post-Race Questionnaire for Glacier Ridge Trail Ultra 2025 →

Glacier Ridge Trail Ultra Race Report 2025

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Athlete Mental Health, Coping with Stress, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Race Strategy, Endurance Runner, Glacier Ridge Trail Ultramarathon, Goals, Manage Mental Struggles, Mental Strategies for Athletes, Mindfulness, Mindset, Moraine State Park, Mother Runner, Motivation, Pennsylvania, Race, Review, Run PA, Running, Running Gear, Running Music, Self-Limiting Beliefs, Sports Psychology, Trailrunning, Ultramarathon, Ultramarathon Preparation, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized, Wellness, YouTube

https://youtube.com/shorts/FveyXoOu5Og?si=5p_-rZQZ1XNDDN29 Thanks for supporting me through YouTube! Weather Sunny and 35° F to 71° F Results and summary Glacier Ridge Trail Ultra 50 Miler ⛰️🏔️⛰️🏔️ It was grueling. I set a goal that would be challenging, actually unachievable, but it was all for a reason. I thought, "why not? I'm going to find out what … Continue reading Glacier Ridge Trail Ultra Race Report 2025 →

Badwater 267 Virtual Race: Multi-Sport Division Race Report 2025

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Badwater, Badwater 267 VR, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Runner, Exercise, Habits, Have Fun, Healthy Lifestyle, Mother Runner, Motivation, Race, Review, Running, Uncategorized

I've participated in the Badwater 267 VR before, and even did the Elite version one year. I will link all of my race reports towards the bottom of this article if you want to see what the running division looks like. This virtual race is a fantastic way to kick off a new year. It … Continue reading Badwater 267 Virtual Race: Multi-Sport Division Race Report 2025 →

My Temptation 200k Post-Race Questionnaire 2024

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in About Shannon, Athlete Mental Health, Coping with Stress, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Race Strategy, Endurance Runner, Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching, Goals, How to Run 100 Miles, Manage Mental Struggles, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Strategies for Athletes, Mindset, Mindset Coaching, Motivation, Post Race Questionnaire, Race, Review, Run IL, Running, Self-Care, Sports Psychology, Temptation 200k, Temptation 200k Preparation, Trailrunning, Training and Fitness, Ultramarathon, Ultramarathon Preparation, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized

Have you ever written a post-race reflection? First-off, prior to your race, do a pre-event visualization and think about what your hopeful outcomes are. For the post-race questionnaire, think about what were the actual outcomes. I give my clients both a pre-race visualization and a post-race questionnaire. Below, you will read about why you should … Continue reading My Temptation 200k Post-Race Questionnaire 2024 →

Temptation 200k Race Report (2024)

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in About Shannon, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Race Strategy, Endurance Runner, Finish Stronger, Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching, Mental Strategies for Athletes, Mindset, Mindset Coaching, Mother Runner, Motivation, Race, Review, Run IL, Running, Sports Psychology, Temptation 200k, Trailrunning, Ultramarathon, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized

Pretty buckle The people going for the 200k finish. Here's an idea of the course... and where my watch died. Stats 38:37:29 OA: 1st 33 runners total 24 runners were tempted and stopped at 100k 3 stopped at 150k 6 started working towards 200k. Rob and I were the only two finishers. F: 1st female … Continue reading Temptation 200k Race Report (2024) →

Mohican 100 Race Report (2024)

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Back of the Pack Ultrarunner, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Race Strategy, Endurance Runner, How to Run 100 Miles, Manage Mental Struggles, Mental Strategies for Athletes, Mindset, Mohican 100, Race, Review, Run OH, Trailrunning, Ultra Recovery, Ultramarathon, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized, YouTube

https://youtu.be/bk4orfW4sQY?si=kKfl8d55osRMzvm6 Your support is greatly appreciated, so please like this video and subscribe to my YouTube channel. Thanks! Stats Finishing time: 31:45:28.23Overall: 83/85 (finishers), 83/190 (total starters)F: 13/14 AG: 2/2DNFs: 104DQ: 1Elevation gain: 11,000 ft - 12,500+ ft Gear Tank top Shorts Injinjis Other run socks Altra Superior 5 Buff (a second one in my … Continue reading Mohican 100 Race Report (2024) →

Oil Creek 100 Race Report: My 4th DNF at this beast (2022)

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P.C.: David Schmude I never imagined not finishing this race I didn't "strike oil" this year. Many things went right. Hydration and nutrition were spot on, which was a huge goal going into this. No blisters or chaffing, thanks to Squirrels Nut Butter and Injinji socks. The weather was one of the better years. I … Continue reading Oil Creek 100 Race Report: My 4th DNF at this beast (2022) →

Burning River 100 Race Report 2023

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Burning River 100, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Race Strategy, Endurance Runner, Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching, How to Run 100 Miles, Race, Review, Run OH, Running, Trailrunning, Ultramarathon, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized

https://youtu.be/tJaPnvjuxqA?si=GWH4-ZMxOVjU4wOA Please, like and subscribe to my YouTube channel, I greatly appreciate your support! That building is the Sheraton Sheraton Suites, Cuyahoga Falls, OH Prior to the race, we stayed at the Sheraton Suites. These rooms sell out very fast for the race, so don't hesitate to book. There is a beautiful view of the … Continue reading Burning River 100 Race Report 2023 →

Go Guarded Safety for Runners Product Review

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in 5k Training, Anxiety, Athlete Mental Health, Coping with Stress, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Runner, Fear, Go Guarded, Half Marathon Training, Have Fun, Healthy Lifestyle, Manage Mental Struggles, Marathon Training, Mental Health, Mental Health Awareness, Mother Runner, Outdoors, Review, Running Gear, Safety, Trail Safety, Training for a 10k, Triathlon Training, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized, Wellness, YouTube

https://youtu.be/OsYG7JBFM9Y?si=abrL3QXIBj0D0Kdu Remember to like, comment, share, and subscribe to my YouTube channel. Being safe when we run If you feel uncomfortable when you run, I get it. Personally, I have a ton of anxiety when it comes to running alone, and I will even delay heading out on a run because if this. I'll either … Continue reading Go Guarded Safety for Runners Product Review →