From Solo Runs to Social Miles: The Benefits of Joining a Run Club

Apparently joining a run club is all the rage these days and some people even think it’s replacing the dating apps. I’m not sure if that is true, especially as I’m not in “that scene” in any capacity!  That said, until about a year ago, I had never been a part of an “official” run…

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The Weekly Recap – August 4, 2024

Did that week go by super fast or was it just me?  Adding to the mix, it’s now August and I’m only 4 weeks out from running the Blue Ridge Relay!  Strava Stats –  Jul 29, 2024 – August 4, 2024 36.9 miles ran 8h 29m time on feet 1451 ft elevation Workouts & Run…

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The Weekly Recap – July 28, 2024

Last week started off so-so, but things definitely got better as the days went by. Lower temperatures and humidity made my final run of the week almost perfect. Onward as they say. Strava Stats – Jul 22, 2024 – Jul 28, 2024 25.2 miles ran 5h 6m time on feet 913 ft elevation Workouts &…

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Review: LMNT Watermelon Salt

As I’ve mentioned previously, I’m in the process of testing some new things. If you are anything like me, after 4-6+ hrs on my feet, I get tired of the same flavors, and having some options/variety is a good thing! As I still have a few samples from the LMNT package I was given it’s…

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Black Canyon 100K Video Recap

Well, I beat my last time getting this video out by 8 days!  Who knows, maybe, just maybe the Sedona Canyon 125 video will be up in record breaking time!

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The Weekly Recap – July 21, 2024

Wrapping up another week of training, and though I tell it to others often, I did it myself this past week…that is listening to your body when you are feeling fatigue and/or pain. What was my issues? Shoes with a little over 330 miles on them!  My right shin was on fire during one of…

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The Weekly Recap – July 14, 2024

Wrapping up another week of training runs, and while my mileage ticked up ever so slightly, I have to say, my hatred for humidity has reached new heights. It’s just a gross element that I’m 100% over for the season. Fall and winter can’t come soon enough! Of course, knowing me, I’ll probably complain about…

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The Audition Reel

Some backstory on this lil video is that I heard about call for an “expert trail runner”. I’m not sure I’m “expert” but nonetheless, I reached out to casting answering the basic questions (round 1) and they were interested in me for round 2. Round 2 was some basic pics and what I have coming…

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The Weekly Recap – July 7 2024

Well, yet another week of training runs is in the books, and while my mileage is up by a solid 10 miles, I’m still not enjoying the levels of humidity my state is producing this days.  Maybe, just maybe it’ll come in handy during the BRR in two months! Strava Stats – Jul 1, 2024…

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Review: LMNT Electrolyte Drink Mix

I’m back with another review for an electrolyte drink mix! As I am still 2 months out from the next event (Blue Ridge Relay), now is the time to test new things! Recently, I put LMNT electrolyte drink mix to the test, intrigued by their unique approach to hydration: “More Salt, Not Less.” Each serving…

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