Tag: Happy Runner

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 →

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 →

Dinosaur Headlamp from Big Discoveries Review for Ultrarunners

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Fun, Have Fun, Marathon Training, Mother Runner, Review, Running, Running Gear, Trailrunning, Ultramarathon Preparation, Uncategorized, YouTube

Explore the trails at night and scare your friends at 1:00 AM during your 100+ miler with this T-Rex headlamp. It is also perfect for volunteering at an aid station, you will be the life of the food tent party! Easily press jaw to turn on the light and unleash three realistic roars (and STOMPS)! … Continue reading Dinosaur Headlamp from Big Discoveries Review for Ultrarunners →

Only Eye Athletics Podcast with Dean Banko 09/04/2023

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Baker Trail, Baker Trail Ultramarathon, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Runner, Only Eye Athletic's Podcast, Pennsylvania, Podcast, Race, Run PA, Running, Running Coach, Trailrunning, Trails, Ultramarathon, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized

Dean Banko is the host of the Only Eye Athletic's Podcast. We met one freezing day at Rabid Raccoon 100 (2023), which is held in Western Pennsylvania. We are both part of the Butler County Miler's run club. Butler County Milers at Rabid Raccoon 100 (2023) When Dean heard about mine and Stephen's (my husband) … Continue reading Only Eye Athletics Podcast with Dean Banko 09/04/2023 →

Baker Trail UltraChallenge 2022 Race Report

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Sleeping in the back of the Jeep on the farm. Lovely view! Photo credit: Stephen Mick PC: Mike McNeil Butler County Milers and other ultra friends Baker Trail UltraChallenge 50 Miler, south section. 11:55:50 OA: 32/88 (16 DNFs) F: 11/31 PC: Stephen Mick About Baker Trail UltraChallenge https://www.rachelcarsontrails.org/events/ultrachallenge https://ultrarunning.com/calendar/event/baker-trail-ultrachallenge-50m Lucky the Dwarf Goat joins us … Continue reading Baker Trail UltraChallenge 2022 Race Report →

Self-Care Assessment for Endurance Runners

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Athlete Mental Health, Coping with Distress, Coping with Stress, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Runner, Habits, Healthy Lifestyle, Injured Athlete, Injured Runner, Mental Health, Mental Health Awareness, Recovery, Rest, Self-Care, Training and Fitness, Uncategorized, Wellness

https://youtu.be/PJhNCtXbSpQ Subscribe to my channel for mindset and mental wellness tips Use this assessment to check-in with yourself to see how you are doing with self-care. This resource is for informational purposes and is not mental health treatment. As people who highly identify as runners or athletes, we lean towards thinking about our self-care in … Continue reading Self-Care Assessment for Endurance Runners →

When Your Run Coach Texts You

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https://youtu.be/IByGfYn82EM Please, like this video and subscribe to my YouTube channel My run coach, Kyle Kranz, text me one morning "Enjoy the hill workout today! Plugged in three half mile moderate grinds up a good hill, hope you enjoy it :-)" I made sure I got it done and enjoyed it. The not steep part … Continue reading When Your Run Coach Texts You →

Self-Care and Healthy Habits for Runners

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Anxiety, Athlete Mental Health, Behavior, Coping with Stress, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Runner, Goals, Habits, Healthy Lifestyle, Manage Mental Struggles, Mental Health, Mental Health Awareness, Mood Boosting, Mother Runner, Motivation, Self-Care, Uncategorized, Wellness

https://youtu.be/m06TjrECsJc Please like and subscribe to my YouTube channel Here is a short talk about self-care, something that seems easy, but sometimes it's actually kind of difficult to do. Here's what I mean... We sometimes put our self-care last on our to-do list because we are busy or feel like we need to accomplish [blank] … Continue reading Self-Care and Healthy Habits for Runners →

Reasons Why I Run: Digging deep

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Athlete Identity, Athlete Mental Health, Badwater, Behavior, Coping with Stress, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Runner, Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching, Goals, Gratitude, Healthy Lifestyle, Manage Mental Struggles, Marathon Training, Mental Health, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Strategies for Athletes, Mindfulness, Mindset, Mindset Coaching, Mood Boosting, Mother Runner, Motivation, Opportunity, Run through the mud, Runner Identity, Running, Self-Care, Sports Psychology, Trailrunning, Training and Fitness, Ultramarathon Preparation, Ultrarunner Mindset, Volunteer, Wellness

Moraine State Park, PA As runners, we're all asked why we run "so much." When we're on a long run and in the pain cave, we ask ourselves similar "why" questions. - "Aghhh, I've been out here for 30 miles and I still have 20 more to go! WHY am I doing this?!" I have … Continue reading Reasons Why I Run: Digging deep →

The Social Run Podcast

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Runner, Have Fun, Healthy Lifestyle, Mother Runner, Motivation, Podcast, Running, Trailrunning, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized, Wellness

The Social Run podcast, give it a listen if you haven't. Stephen Cameron, creator and host, has a unique approach to his show. Listen Notes The Social Run (podcast) - Stephen Cameron The Social Run He interviews strong and inspiring runners whom he has met on either Twitter or Instagram. Get it? The Social Run. … Continue reading The Social Run Podcast →