Some thoughts on getting through a recent funk.
Archive | Training & Racing
An “Adventure Marathon” in Argentina’s Lake District Lives Up to the Hype
Registration just opened for the November 17 Salomon K42 Adventure Marathon in Villa La Angostura, a picturesque village in the Lake District of Argentina. Here’s info on the event and my report from that magical, crazy day in 2009 when I traversed a peak in the Andes while racing it.
Running Ramage Peak and Discovering the East Bay’s Incredible EBMUD Trails
Many runners and hikers don’t know of or don’t use the treasure trove of East Bay trails maintained by EBMUD. Here’s what you need to know to run or hike on them—along with a guide to my favorite, Ramage Peak Trail.
Trail Racing and Ultramarathoning Today: Sometimes Too Big, Never Too Small, Mostly Just Right.
The Brooks Falls 30K prompted me to share some thoughts that occupied my mind as I surveyed the runners at the start and pondered the various events I run—thoughts about how trail running has evolved, who’s doing it and why.
Report from Rodeo Beach: An Epilogue to the Pacific Coast Trail Runs Story
The New Year’s Eve Rodeo Beach event brought a positive ending to an otherwise disheartening week in the Bay Area trail running scene. I ran the 50K and reflected on the controversy around Pacific Coast Trail Runs and the new company, Inside Trail Racing.
A Year Ago, I Made New Year’s Resolutions. Here’s How I Did.
Most of us set goals around January 1 and forget about them by February. This past year, for the first time, I tried to remember and make progress on my goals all year long. Here’s how I measured up–and my resolutions for 2012.
The Runner’s Trip Turns One: Favorites from the First Year
One year and 80 posts since I started The Runner’s Trip, I’m reflecting on this blog by digging into the archives and creating a “best of” list.
Trail-Running Camps, Tours & Retreats for Dream Chasers, Adventure Seekers & Wild Women
Going to camp isn’t just for kids. It’s also a great travel option for active people who’d like to be coached and cared for while developing their outdoor passion. This post spotlights three respected providers of camps, tours & retreats: Dreamchasers Outdoor Adventures, Adventure Running Co., and Run Wild Retreats.
Go For It: My 2012 Running and Travel Calendar
I’m going on 43 and starting my 18th year of running. Why not make it the best year yet? Why not explore new territory and go farther than ever before?
Lessons Learned from the 2011 North Face Endurance Challenge 50-Mile Championship
My legs cramped, toes bruised, gut blew up and skin chafed over the 50 miles. My mind sunk into a funk of negativity and aimlessness, but strong running and a steely determination book-ended those dark middle miles. Throughout this past week, I pondered questions about what went right and wrong, reflecting on how much I […]