In this article, I'll just talk shop on Ironstone 100k, some race info, goal/ strategy/ tactics I used for the race, and an after-action report. The reason this race was so difficult was because it starts at 2pm, minimal aid stations, and the amount of technicality especially along the ridge lines - which last for … Continue reading 947. IRONSTONE 100K
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946. overthinking
Don’t overthink It messes us up, makes us stall, goes off track Comes from fear, worry, doubt We’ll figure it out. Once we know what we want, make plans and get after it. Logical thinking vs emotionally reacting. And Executing plans is an art, one that constantly gets refined How do we best execute plans? … Continue reading 946. overthinking
945. A Happiness Rant
Happiness has nothing to do with relaxation Maybe we’re learning that the hard way. Because happiness comes from flow. So what is flow? Flow happens when we are intensely engaged in a task. One that we don’t have to do; but want to do. There is a clear objective and we receive immediate feedback. Artists, … Continue reading 945. A Happiness Rant
944. Going all in
Going all in Whatever that means to us. All in on our work, our craft How many times do we go off course? Unfocused? Only half committing to something Imagine if someone got half-pregnant? That doesn’t even make sense. So why do we half commit to things? We want success but don’t want the discipline … Continue reading 944. Going all in
943. Controlling what we can
We can’t control what people do Or what the say, how they act But we can control what we do, what we say, how we react. We can’t control the weather - if it’s nice out or raining But we can control what we pack or wear, what we do for the day We can’t … Continue reading 943. Controlling what we can
942. Be a student
The path of committing to getting better and more efficient with time. A journey worth taking. A way to get better, for the better. It can come from books, podcasts, teachers, schools, lessons… Anything. Anywhere. Anytime. Always be the student, learning, implementing, reflecting - getting better
941. Part of it
What's part of whatever we are doing? If we eat junk food everyday, gaining weight is part of it If we work out consistently, building muscle is part of it If we invest wisely, building wealth is part of it There’s always something that’s part of what we are doing… A give and take Sometimes, … Continue reading 941. Part of it
940. Aidstations for ultramarathons: what are they, how to be most effective, and 5 tips
So uh what are aid stations? Aidstations are just what it sounds like Stations throughout the race course that provide aid to the runners and pacers, usually anywhere from 2-10 miles apart. Some races have a lot of aid stations, and some have none. Aidstations are usually run by volunteers too, many times they’re overworked … Continue reading 940. Aidstations for ultramarathons: what are they, how to be most effective, and 5 tips
939. Race day: thoughts, drop bags, checklist and DNF’ing
So race day is here eh? May the odds forever be in your favor. I love race day for a lot of reasons: because it’s a chance to see where we are at if our training is working An unforgettable experience Completing a misogi Adventure A great time Suffering and growth Something to reflect on … Continue reading 939. Race day: thoughts, drop bags, checklist and DNF’ing
938. 12 and 24-hour races: strategies, counting laps, and a race day checklist.
So you’re thinking about running a timed event? Better yet, you already signed up for the 12 or 24 hour event and are figuring the rest out… These timed loop courses are a whole different beast… Why? Because of the monotony. You’ll be running the same one mile loop over and over again for up … Continue reading 938. 12 and 24-hour races: strategies, counting laps, and a race day checklist.
Joe DiAndrea 