When you’re approaching mud on the trail, what do you do? Leave No Trace Principals

When the trail is wet and muddy When you're trail running and you come up on a mud puddle or muddy section, what do you do? Do you go around, stepping off of the trail to avoid it? Do you go through it? What about leap over it? When people are asked this question, there … Continue reading When you’re approaching mud on the trail, what do you do? Leave No Trace Principals

Simple Advice to New Runners Preparing for their First Marathon

My first trail marathon, The North Face Endurance Challenge D.C., 2015 Do you want to begin training for a marathon, but aren't sure where to start? Here's my simple advice to you. While doing your research, keep in mind that there's misinformation, bad advice, and myths about preparation and running. This article covers training basics … Continue reading Simple Advice to New Runners Preparing for their First Marathon