Hello, ultrarunning women! I'm writing this blog because there isn't much information covering the topic of ultrarunning during pregnancy. I've had friends reach out to me with questions because they're either expecting or are curious. When I was pregnant, I experienced all the niggles and anxiety of wanting answers, but I couldn't find them! I … Continue reading Can I Run an Ultramarathon While Pregnant?
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My Stubborn Mindset as an Ultramarathon Runner
Whetstone Ridge Trail, VA If you run, I'm sure you have been guilty of using the words "just" or "only" when describing the distance or pace that you're running. It goes something like this: "I'm just running two miles." "I'm only running a half marathon." "I just ran a 9:00 min/mi." "I'm just running the … Continue reading My Stubborn Mindset as an Ultramarathon Runner
Oil Creek 100 mi Race Report (10/6-7/2018)
Location Titusville, PAOil Creek State Park. Weather 65° F - 76° F sunny and humid in the morning and early afternoon. Thunderstorms and downpours the rest of the race. Course 100.60 miles total. 87.10 miles trail. 1.50 mile bike path connecting the Titusville Middle School and Gerard Hiking Trail trailhead.Three, 26-ish mile loops on the … Continue reading Oil Creek 100 mi Race Report (10/6-7/2018)
My 5 Favorite Spots to Workout and Why
1. Scenic technical trailMy all-time favorite place(s) to run is on a scenic, technical trail. Rocks, roots, mud, water, varying ascents and descents all add a unique challenge physically and mentally. Balance, coordination, dexterity, toughness, and mental endurance are tested. Adrenaline is heightened because you need to stay on top of your game (and feet) … Continue reading My 5 Favorite Spots to Workout and Why
OSS/CIA 50 Mile Night Run Race Report (6/9-10/2018)
Pre-race Location Prince William Forest, Triangle, VA. Weather 83° F day. Sunny and humid. 68° F night. Thunderstorm and flood watch. Humid. Course 50.6 miles [according to my GPS watch]2 25.7 mile loops on single track trail. Some parts of the trail were rocky. Fire roads were paved and gravel. 8,891 ft of ascending. 8,946 … Continue reading OSS/CIA 50 Mile Night Run Race Report (6/9-10/2018)
Everyday Running Legends and Badwater Month
Everyday Running Legends podcast is based in Melbourne, Australia. The podcast brings runners together as a community and gives them a voice. Runners can connect, share their stories, information, and inspire one another. Brodie Sharpe Brodie Sharpe is the founder and host of the podcast. He created it because of his love for running and … Continue reading Everyday Running Legends and Badwater Month
Badwater Cape Fear at 18 Weeks Pregnant (03/16/19)
View from the dock of our beach house, Marsh Onward. Location Cape Fear, Bald Head Island, NC Marsh Onward Weather 60° F partly sunny. Light breeze with a 15+ mph head wind coming from the north end of the cape. This weather is typical for this race. Old Baldy The course 10 miles of paved … Continue reading Badwater Cape Fear at 18 Weeks Pregnant (03/16/19)
Badwater Cape Fear 51.4 Miler Race Report 03/17/2018
Course 51.4 miles. Beach community roads; single track trail; beach sand (40 miles). Race gear AltraLP Neoshell (wind and waterproof); The North Face Gor-tex jacket; Ultimate Direction vest (carry a handheld bottle, supplements, clothes). Food, beverages, supplements Tailwind; 4 GU Gels; SCaps; Tylenol; aid station food and Coke. Bald Head Island is a (large) vehicle-free … Continue reading Badwater Cape Fear 51.4 Miler Race Report 03/17/2018
Oil Creek 100 10/14/2017
Race Swag I'm proud of my accomplishments over the Oil Creek weekend. 76/100 miles. 24 hours. The furthest I've ever ran. That's not my only accomplishment from the weekend. - I learned more about myself. Packed and unpleased kitty Altra Lone Peak "Running 100 miles is stupid" came out of my mouth over the two … Continue reading Oil Creek 100 10/14/2017
Bull Run Run 50 Miler Short Stories 4/8/2017
Photo credit: Stephen Mick. Bluebells looking good this spring. The area received a lot of rain and the "high water course" needed to be used. The Bull Run Run is a 50 mile ultramarathon held in April. Beautiful, lush green forest and locally famous Bluebells are newly emerged for spring time. The run on the … Continue reading Bull Run Run 50 Miler Short Stories 4/8/2017