Locutus08
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Chasing 42: Life, The Universe, and Running
http://chasing42.wordpress.com/
The musings of an Iowa runner tackling new challenges- marathons, ultramarathons, 5Ks, and everything in between! My interests are great and my topics are expansive...and mostly accurate ;)
LATEST ARTICLES ( 385 )
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Chasing 3,000…
I’ve had the privilege of witnessing (albeit not in person, but on TV) the 3,000th hit of numerous MLB players. Perhaps the most fun to watch was that of... Read more
Posted on 19 December 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Race Report: Route 66 Marathon
I had been home for two days after the trip to San Juan, so naturally it made sense to get in the car and depart again for Tulsa. Read more
Posted on 12 December 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Feminism & Running in San Juan
I got back from Tucson on a Sunday afternoon, and had two whole days to try to reorient myself to Iowa, catch up on grading and emails, and pack for trip #2. Read more
Posted on 05 December 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Checking In: Tucson Travels
Did you miss me? Did you notice I was a bit absent? I’ll assume some love and a giant “yes” and move forward :) The past 3+ weeks have been a whirlwind of trave... Read more
Posted on 28 November 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
October Running Report
The past month turned out to be rather eventful, so I thought I might share some of the highlights. I just finished raking leaves, and the temps are on the... Read more
Posted on 31 October 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Race Report: 2014 Des Moines Marathon
Races fall into a number of different categories for me. There are some races that I plan for months in advance, and direct my training towards, some that come... Read more
Posted on 24 October 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Race Report: Run for the Roses 5K/10K
One of the best parts of the fall season (in addition to cooler weather, hoodies, bonfires, apple cider, and comfort food) is the large number of local races... Read more
Posted on 17 October 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
The Pacer Chronicles: The Flight of the Squirrel
The joy of having multiple pacers is that the memories and accounts of the event all differ just enough to make these stories different. Read more
Posted on 10 October 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
The Pacer Chronicles: A Dark Night Rises
Our second does of pacer perspective comes from Carla, who endured the darkest part of the night, both figuratively and literally. Read more
Posted on 06 October 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
The Pacer Chronicles: A 180 Degree Turn
At this point, you’ve either read my account of the recent Mark Twain 100, or perhaps simply know that it happened. Shortly after the race, the epicurean and I... Read more
Posted on 03 October 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Mark Twain 100 Race Report: Part II
I believe I last spoke to you as I was returning from my second loop. I had completed 50 miles, was smiling, and my crew of friends, along with the epicurean... Read more
Posted on 26 September 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Mark Twain 100 Race Report: Part I
There are some experiences that you know from the beginning will stick with you for a lifetime, and that thought creates equal parts pressure and excitement. Read more
Posted on 19 September 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
A CyclONE City Running Tour(s)
I’ve always loved living in college communities. There’s a unique atmosphere of spirit and support that truly can’t be replicated in any other environment, and... Read more
Posted on 11 September 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
An Ultrarunner’s (Almost) First Triathlon Adventure
I’ve been to race expos before. I’ve picked up race materials, perused the vendors’ various sales and enjoyed samples of nutrition products I’d most likely neve... Read more
Posted on 04 September 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Tailwind Nutrition Review
For most of the summer, I’ve been using Tailwind nutrition as my go-to nutrition source during most runs over 10 miles, and I thought I’d share some thoughts. Read more
Posted on 29 August 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Reflections on My First 90+ Mile Training Week
When we left for the North Shore, I wasn’t entirely sure I’d be able to hike as much as I wanted, let alone trail run. I was delighted to be able to dispel my... Read more
Posted on 22 August 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
On Reconnecting with the Run: North Shore Adventures
“What’s true for us as individual humans is true for the civilization we create: a sprint culture, seeking ever greater speed and power in all things cannot... Read more
Posted on 12 August 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Mandatory Rest
This past weekend was one of highs and lows. I began the weekend on Friday with a long morning run. The epicurean and I were heading up to Minneapolis early on... Read more
Posted on 05 August 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
In Defense of Nice Things
I originally titled this post “This is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things” and then saved it in my drafts folder so I could return to it when I was ready to... Read more
Posted on 28 July 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS -
Race Report: 2014 Midnight Madness 15K
I’m rather convinced that Mother Nature is really cranky with Iowa this year. There’s really no other way to explain the horribly cold, windy, and long winter,... Read more
Posted on 16 July 2014 FITNESS, SPORTS