ultrarunning and other self-propelled awesomeness
I’m experiencing mixed emotions right now. This header image was taken from the top of Mt. Eddy, where I was happy to run/hike today, bagging my first Eddy summit of … Continue reading Baby, be good, do what you should
After a rough start to my 2018 race season, Paiute Meadows 50k was a great success and excellent way to start the year. Like any ultra, there was nothing easy … Continue reading Paiute Meadows 50k Race Report
This year’s Thanksgiving was amazing. So much better than last year, when I spent my entire Thanksgiving driving alone (with my dog, of course) across the most desolate corners of … Continue reading Weed Run for Food Thanksgiving 5k Race Review
Four years is a big deal in the mind of a restless wanderer. There aren’t many people, places, or races that can keep this girl around for that length of time. … Continue reading Quadruple the pain, quadruple the fun: Headwaters 50k Race Report
Before I get into a review of the event itself, I just want to mention that this was the first time I’ve ever received a pre-race info email that included … Continue reading Grand Circle Trails Grand Canyon 50k Race Report
I just want to start out by saying I’ve had a crazy month since my last race review. In fact, if I wasn’t so darn exhausted from finishing the Lithia … Continue reading Life’s a hilly bitch //^\\ Lithia Loop Marathon review
They say the third time’s a charm, right? My third time running Headwaters 50k was definitely the most fun. I would even say it was the best race of my life … Continue reading Headwaters Trail Runs 50k Review!!!
My first time at Moore Mountain Trail Run turned out to be an ultra half-marathon because, remaining true to character, I drifted a bit off course. Just a bit. We … Continue reading Moore Mountain trail half marathon review
Happy Spring, Everybody!! Today is rainy and grey, but I’m totally gettin springy with it after an awesome run yesterday, followed by an annual clean-up party at my friend’s farm. … Continue reading Magical mysteries of group running: Big Springs Badger Run reviewed
It took me a little while to get around to this, but last week I ran the Headwaters 50K for the second year in a row. Which, due to unexpected … Continue reading Hot & dirty: Headwaters 50K review
Whew! So, after much web research, asking around, and creating a mega nerdy spreadsheet of trail races within a 500 mile radius, I think I’ve finally decided on the ones … Continue reading Annual blood sacrifice to the trail gods
When I first started this blog, it was primarily about running. It’s my true love, the thing that saved my life and keeps me going. That’s kind of why I … Continue reading YES! I aM Crazy! It’s LiBerating, you should Try it!”