Tag: Trails

Nature’s pathways.

Awestruck – Old Trees and Stories

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Awestruck, Fun, Have Fun, Hike, Hiking in Pennsylvania, Nature, Outdoors, Trailrunning, Trails, Uncategorized, YouTube

https://youtu.be/ZnZbaEb5QFI Thank you for supporting my YouTube channel. Do you marvel at nature? I do, especially at old trees. The ones in my two stories below have been around long before me, and probably long before these trails. If they could talk, I wonder what stories they would tell. These are things that I ponder … Continue reading Awestruck – Old Trees and Stories →

BADWATER 267 Mile Virtual Race Elite Report (04/2021)

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Badwater, Badwater 267 VR Elite, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Runner, Mother Runner, Motivation, Race, Run PA, Trailrunning, Trails, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized, Zelienople PA

The virtual race began on Saturday, April 3rd, 2021, and went through the 18th. This was a very hard virtual race. 267 miles is the sum of the three races that make up the Badwater Ultra Cup (Cape Fear, Salton Sea, Badwater 135). I had 16 days to complete this, all outdoors, and within the … Continue reading BADWATER 267 Mile Virtual Race Elite Report (04/2021) →

Race Crew Life: Laurel Highlands Ultra (2021)

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Crew, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Runner, Fun, Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail, Laurel Highlands Ultra, Pennsylvania, Race, Run PA, Running, Trail Running in Pennsylvania, Trailrunning, Trails, Ultramarathon, Ultramarathon Preparation, Uncategorized, Volunteer, YouTube

Tribe: Butler County Milers 5:30 AM wave Stephen reported enjoying the trail Ultra Miriam changing her shoes Fashion trend: wearing your hat backwards Seven Springs Mountain Resort Sean stopping traffic Stephen finished in about 21 hours Mike's finish 5:30 AM Start https://youtu.be/Zv7g8saXGV4 Please support my YouTube channel Crewing Stephen at Laurel Highlands Ultra Solo crewing … Continue reading Race Crew Life: Laurel Highlands Ultra (2021) →

Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching – Twitter – X

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Athlete Mental Health, Coping with Stress, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Race Strategy, Endurance Runner, Exercise, Exercise and Mental Health, Finish Stronger, Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching, Fun, Goals, Habits, Have Fun, Healthy Lifestyle, Hike, How to Run 100 Miles, Manage Mental Struggles, Mental Health, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Strategies for Athletes, Mindset, Mindset Coaching, Motivation, Nature, Outdoors, Pennsylvania, Plant-Based Runner, Race, Run PA, Running, Running Gear, Self-Care, Sports Psychology, Trailrunning, Trails, Training and Fitness, Twitter, Twitter X, Ultramarathon, Ultramarathon Preparation, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized, Vegan, Wellness

Follow my tweets, no drama, and no politics! Just running, nature, mental health, and all of the good stuff. https://twitter.com/beshortrunultra Related content Switch up your run to chase away anxiety and worry One way for runners to stay motivated Just checking in Being fearless, accomplishing a dream Cicada, in Western PA Subscribe for more free … Continue reading Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching – Twitter – X →

The Connoquenessing Valley Heritage Trail

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Connoquenessing Valley Heritage Trail, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Runner, Fun, Healthy Lifestyle, Hike, Leave No Trace Principals, Nature, Pennsylvania, Run PA, Running, Trail Etiquette, Trailrunning, Trails, Wellness, Zelienople PA

10.82 mile hike with my husband, Stephen, on the Connoquenessing Valley Heritage Trail in PA (10/11/2020). The Connoquenessing Valley Heritage Trail The 8-10 mile trail circles Harmony, Zelienople, and Jackson Township with sections winding near and some overlooking the Connoquenessing creek. There are also connecting trails and out-and-backs. The terrain varies. There is single track, … Continue reading The Connoquenessing Valley Heritage Trail →

The Great Virtual Race Across Tennessee 1000 km & 2000 km

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Endurance Runner, Mother Runner, Race, Review, Running, The Great Virtual Race Across Tennessee, Trailrunning, Training and Fitness, Uncategorized, Virtual Race

My bib About GVRAT The Great Virtual Race Across Tennessee (GVRAT) was an impressive event put on by Laz, Steve "durb," Terri, Bad Mike, Sandra, and Naresh. The goal was to bring runners together virtually during the time of the Coronavirus. The event took place May 1st to Aug 31st. It would be a summer … Continue reading The Great Virtual Race Across Tennessee 1000 km & 2000 km →

Fastest Known Time, Gerard Hiking Trail

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Fastest Known Time, Gerard Hiking Trail, Oil Creek State Park, Review, Running, Trailrunning, Trails, Uncategorized

This is my official report for Fastest Known Time The run happened on 09/05/2020 Shannon Mick, Women's Unsupported, Gerard Hiking Trail Results 32.92 miElapsed time 08:15:0215:03 min/miBest mi 11:22 min/miFastest pace 6:41 min/miElevation gain 5591 ftDescent 5486 ft Route description and significance The Gerard Hiking Trail is in Oil Creek State Park, home of the … Continue reading Fastest Known Time, Gerard Hiking Trail →

How to Run a Self-Supported Trail 31-50 Miler

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Fun, Self-Supported Ultramarathon, Trail Safety, Trailrunning, Trails, Ultramarathon, Uncategorized

My women's unsupported Fastest Known Time (FKT) You should know what you're getting yourself into, and embrace the fact that you need to expect the unexpected. These are just a few things to consider when preparing for a self-supported 31-50 miler. I covered everything that came to my mind and went into a few details. … Continue reading How to Run a Self-Supported Trail 31-50 Miler →

Lost Turkey Trail Race Marathon 7/29/2017

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Lost Turkey Trail Race, Race, Review, Running, Trailrunning, Trails, Uncategorized

This race will challenge a seasoned trail runner, it was insanely tough! The effort felt more like a 50 miler. -why it is titled Pennsylvania's toughest marathon. I'm also convinced (other participants agreed) that this race was longer than a marathon distance. Starting area Race start It rained for the first few miles and then … Continue reading Lost Turkey Trail Race Marathon 7/29/2017 →