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19
May
What You Can Control, And What You Can’t

What You Can Control, And What You Can’t

Four days before your race, you feel ready. The taper has been kind to you, your training went well, and
4 min read
29
Apr
UTMB Canyons Endurance Race 100K

UTMB Canyons Endurance Race 100K

Pre-Race: Confidence Is Temporary Leading into this race, I was nervous. This was a mountain race. I live in
9 min read
06
Jan
Pain vs Discomfort: Learning the Language of Your Ultra Body

Pain vs Discomfort: Learning the Language of Your Ultra Body

If you are training for your first 80 K or 100K ultra, let me say this right up front: Yes,
3 min read
07
Dec
The Quiet Strength of Winter

The Quiet Strength of Winter

Okay so picture this. You’re running through a snowy forest, the path is buried somewhere under fresh powder, and
2 min read
28
Oct
Race Report - Javelina Jundred

Race Report - Javelina Jundred

Race Report: Javelina Jundred 100K Date: October 25, 2025 Time: 12 hours, 17 minutes Distance: 100K (Looped Format) Pre-Race
7 min read
18
Sep
Why is it so dang hard to find the perfect trail shoe?

Why is it so dang hard to find the perfect trail shoe?

Have you found your match?
1 min read
04
Sep
A pacer in front of two runners

So You’re Pacing a Trail Runner, Now What?

First time pacing? Been a pacer? Help the next generation
4 min read
29
Aug
Devil's Key 33K Race Report

Devil's Key 33K Race Report

Race report from the inaugural Devil’s Key 33K trail run. A mix of flowy trails, cheeky competition, and a surprise 2nd place overall finish.
4 min read
30
Jul

Meet My New Training Buddy

New training buddy alert: The Suunto Race S Titanium (Courtney edition!) is here to glow, track, and guide me through every trail twist. I’m dishing on how it stacks up to my tried-and-true Garmin Fenix 6, what wowed me, what didn’t, and whether it deserves a spot on your wrist.
1 min read
29
Jul
salt and cinnabun

How Salty Are You, Really?

Not all sweat is created equal! This post breaks down how to determine your personal salt needs, why your gels might not be sufficient, and what real food and chews work best to keep you fueled and cramp-free on the run.
3 min read