This page is dedicated to those who are running the blacklist, or better yet, the sufferfest series It provides some notes that I gathered, some checklist items, where I stayed, and the costs involved. I would gather these notes as the weeks got closer to each specific race. Take what is useful, ignore what isn’t, … Continue reading 1072. Black List Ultra-Marathon Series: Cheat sheet
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1032. PA Triple Crown + Black List Reflections
Ahh the black list “a prestigious list of those crazy enough to complete the PA Triple Crown* + the Black Forest Ultra in one season. It is a grueling season and you need to really want it if you're going to make it to the end. We commend anyone who finishes this task!!” Do you … Continue reading 1032. PA Triple Crown + Black List Reflections
1027. Black Forest 100k race report
Not your typical race report. Brutal course that beat me the hell down (odd year direction 2023). This may have been the hardest race of the black list series in my opinion - mainly because the long stretches without the ability to crew - this was pretty new to me. Thankfully, I finished with two … Continue reading 1027. Black Forest 100k race report
1021. Hainesport Endurance Race
A timed event around a one-mile track with 12 hr, 24, hr, 48 hr, and 100 mile options. It sounds crazy, but one of the benefits of this style of race is that it's a super-controlled environment. Crews can set up stations along the loop to supply food, liquids, gear, and encouragement. Anthony and I … Continue reading 1021. Hainesport Endurance Race
977. 9 tips on how to finish the Eastern States 100 Ultra + a race report
Here are 9 things to consider if you are about to attempt the Eastern States 100 Ultra-marathon: The first 40 miles are the hardest Your legs are going to be worked. Don’t let this fool you into thinking you're toast. Because your hiking muscles are sore, your shuffle muscles just got a rest for 40 … Continue reading 977. 9 tips on how to finish the Eastern States 100 Ultra + a race report
962. How I fixed Runner’s Knee
The reason for this article is to document my journey on how I deal and heal with this knee issue. Take it with a grain of salt and make your own calls. PS: people put knee issues under one category "runners knee" , but the cause of runners knee could be from a number of … Continue reading 962. How I fixed Runner’s Knee
956. Preventive exercises that every runner SHOULD be doing
Here is a list of preventive exercises that every runner *should* be doing. But first, you don’t have to do all of them. This is meant as a guide or a list to give you ideas on what you need to work on. Maybe try one or a few per day with crazy focus and … Continue reading 956. Preventive exercises that every runner SHOULD be doing
955. How to get in the habit of running
Here’s a quick liner: First four weeks just run, walk, or a mix of both. Spend time on your feet, that's it - “30 min” “mile a day” - building confidence. So start with just running. Go out for however long each day, something easily doable. A mile minimum each day is great because … Continue reading 955. How to get in the habit of running
951. Running clothes, gear, and accessories for race day.
If it’s one thing that rings true time and time again, it’s having the right gear can make or break how you feel throughout the day ammiright? Imagine being in the desert with no way to carry water… Or in a snowstorm with just a sweatshirt? What about if you get lost and run out … Continue reading 951. Running clothes, gear, and accessories for race day.
949. 4 reasons not to run a marathon
The point of this article is not to discourage running a marathon, but rather to prepare you for what it takes to run the marathon distance… So here are 4 reasons not to run a marathon Not enough time to train Too many other goals “Not good for the body” Can just run for fun … Continue reading 949. 4 reasons not to run a marathon
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