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• Gear Review: Zoot Ultra 2.0 CRx Compression Socks

  

  I’ve been wearing compression socks/calf sleeves for several years now as a training and recovery tool. Although the science behind compression gear is still... Read more

  Posted on 06 September 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Weekly Roundup: 8/26- 9/1

  

  I would like to think that I’ve found some rather interesting things to write about over the course of this blog’s lifespan. I’m fully ready to admit that some... Read more

  Posted on 02 September 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Looking Ahead: A Busy Fall Season!

  

  It is once again in the 90s today, which a bit of relief finally on the horizon for next week. For many of you, I realize that these temps are either a)... Read more

  Posted on 30 August 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Compact Hydration: Small Handheld Water Bottle Reviews

  

  I’ve written before about the importance of hydration and the various ways I’ve found to go about staying hydrated without overdoing it. Read more

  Posted on 26 August 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Nutrition Review: Journey Bars

  

  I’ve written before about various nutrition related topics, and I’m sure it’s quite clear that I’m a strong believer in the importance of healthy eating and... Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Back to Basics: Hitting the Superior Hiking Trail

  

  Teaching, working on an independent study, writing my dissertation and training has made for quite the hectic summer. Our trip to Maine two weeks ago was a... Read more

  Posted on 19 August 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• I’m Maine-ly in Love with…Maine!

  

  The Great Cranberry Island Ultra was definitely the highlight of my running season thus far, and absolutely lived up to its billing as the #bestraceforever. Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Race Report- Great Cranberry Island Ultra: #bestraceforever

  

  From the moment I read about the Great Cranberry Island Ultra, I was fascinated and knew I wanted to experience this race. The race’s reputation was outstanding... Read more

  Posted on 08 August 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• My RAGBRAI Adventure- Part II

  

  Ok, so where was I? Ah yes, I had just left Minburn, and was chugging along on my RAGBRAI journey.I’m not looking too bedraggled yet, eh? Read more

  Posted on 05 August 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• My RAGBRAI Adventure- Part I

  

  I’m 35,000 feet above the ground as I type this post, heading from Boston to Chicago, and then on to Des Moines. This, in and of itself, is not very interesting. Read more

  Posted on 01 August 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Forward Progress: Amazing Tales to Come!

  

  This continues to be a whirlwind of a week! I am proud to say that yesterday’s RAGBRAI run was an amazing success Without giving too much away quite yet, I’ll... Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Ultimate Direction SJ Race Vest Vs. Salomon Advanced Skin S-Lab 5 Set

  

  I analyze things. No, I don’t think you understand. I REALLY analyze things. I’m the guy that spends all day reading reviews before deciding on the type of... Read more

  Posted on 22 July 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Gear-Head Lessons Learned

  

  Ever since I began running longer and longer distances, I’ve been on the lookout for the most effective means of carrying nutrition, fluids, and other... Read more

  Posted on 18 July 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Race Report: Midnight Madness 2013

  

  There are some races that hold a special place in your memory. It may be because of a PR, something you experienced, time with friends, great volunteers, or a... Read more

  Posted on 15 July 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Gear Review: CEP Arm Coolers

  

  It’s no secret that I don’t get along very well with the heat. However, I’ve learned to embrace it as much as you can while still harboring illogical dreams of... Read more

  Posted on 11 July 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Getting Reacquainted With My Bike…the Hard Way!

  

  You may recall me mentioning my bike a bit more last year. Of course, if you are fairly new to my blog, then odds are you haven’t gone back that far to read... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Crazy Running Is A State of Mind

  Now that I’ve caught the bug and truly found myself committed, nay, obsessed with ultra-running and the unusual, perhaps crazy races and events that are out... Read more

  Posted on 05 July 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• My 6-Month Reflection

  

  It’s a bit hard to believe it’s July 1st already. The past 6 months seem to have flown by, and yet I find myself still wishing I had more time to get more thing... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• A Few Moments of Heat-Induced Clarity

  

  For the past two days, I’ve headed out for a run with Looper, our new Vizsla, around 11AM. On both occasions, this seemed like a perfectly reasonable time of... Read more

  Posted on 27 June 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS

• Running Etiquette: A Few Brief Thoughts

  

  The more miles I log at different times throughout the day and week, the more fellow runners I have encountered. Whether I’m driving, walking, or running, I fin... Read more

  Posted on 24 June 2013 FITNESS, SPORTS