International Women’s Day and Ultrarunning
March 8th was International Women’s Day, a meaningful date that reminds me of the amazing accomplishments of women before me, and inspires me to pursue my own goals. My Ultra…
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What’s on My Ultra Running Playlist?
I used to do every single run without headphones. Just the sound of my own (usually haggard) breathing to keep me company. But since investing in a pair of wireless…
The Right Gear for My Ultra
To successfully complete my ultra marathon, I will need to have all the right tools. This means investing in the right gear for the job. Gadgets and Gizmos I recently…
Training for a 50k Ultra on a Treadmill
After my shoulder kerfuffle I was told in the vaguest of terms to start moving when I felt like I could. Not really any timeline or guidance on when to…
Adapting to Survive My Ultra Training
I want to be prepared to handle not only the physical aspects of Sinister 7, but also the psychological challenges. My ultra running idol, Courtney Dauwalter, is a master at…
Lessons Learned on a Desert Hike
Read all about my ultra running lessons learned during a desert hike in Arizona.
Winter Running and its Pitfalls
I think my New Years resolutions post jinxed me… Slip n’ Slide (not the fun kind…) After making my New Years post, I felt very excited to get started on…
New Year’s Resolutions vs Running Goals
How to balance New Year’s resolutions vs running goals while training for an ultra marathon.
A Christmas Blog Post
I cannot believe it is already Christmas! The last year has been quite an adventure. Moving to the big city, meeting new co-workers, joining YYC Run Crew and turning 30.…
How I Chose My First Ultra Marathon
After weeks of hemming and hawing, I have finally picked my first ultra marathon. I am officially signed up to run the 50k distance at Sinister 7 on July 13,…
