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• Latest Running Research- Listen to Your Damn Body!

  

  I just completed a multi-year study of running and endurance, and the findings are going to completely redefine the sport! This study is probably bigger than th... Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2015 FITNESS, SPORTS

• January By The Numbers

  

  This was a month of contrasts, and the beginning of what will no doubt be a very exciting, adventurous, and diverse year of experiences. Read more

  Posted on 06 February 2015 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Want to Be a Race Reviewer? (Your Answer Should Be Yes!)

  

  I love reading race reviews. The number of ultramarathons, marathons and half marathons has grown a great deal in recent years, and all other distances are on... Read more

  Posted on 31 January 2015 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Trail and Ultra-Running Hygiene Thoughts

  

  I just got out of the shower. This might not seem like a profound statement, most likely because it isn’t. However, it did get me to thinking about hygiene. Read more

  Posted on 23 January 2015 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Race Across the USA: VA-Style!

  

  I’ve been giving my 2015 race schedule a great deal of thought over the course of the last few weeks. My planning has been mildly complicated by the fact that... Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2015 FITNESS, SPORTS

• 2014 in Review: Reflecting & Giving Thanks

  

  It’s a bit hard to believe that 2015 is already upon us. It’s been an incredible year of running for me, and has left me even more excited for what is to come... Read more

  Posted on 02 January 2015 FITNESS, SPORTS

• 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