Be Kind, Happy, & Active
Nestled in the heart of Packer Country approximately 15 minutes east half north of the famed Lambeau football field is one of the most unique and well organized races I have participated in over the last few years, the Titletown Ultra Series. This event has all the warm fuzzy feelings of a trail event with... Continue Reading →
To call myself a newbie in the trail running is an understatement! I am doing my very best to change that. I LOVE the adventure that trail running brings. To be out on single track courses reminds me of high school cross-country. I have never been a super fast runner, but I pride myself on... Continue Reading →
As my running adventures continue and my mileage increases I have had to up my foot care game to keep my piggies happy. Up to this point my approach has been very trial and error. Here are a few things to take into consideration when caring for your feet: 1. Shoes: You will never catch me... Continue Reading →
I have never run a night race and was thrilled when my friend Katie asked if I would like to join her for this 1/2 in Sheboygan. Summer in Wisconsin has been sticky and hot so the thought of racing in cooler evening conditions sounded AMAZING!!! (Too bad that is not how it went, but... Continue Reading →
The HHH50k holds a special place in my heart. Last year it was my 1st 50k race. Looking back and reflecting on that race I was so nervous! I truly had no idea what I was up against and doubted if I could complete 31 miles. Stepping up to the start line I was a... Continue Reading →
It has been a long time since I have run a 5k by myself. It has become the distance that I typically run with my son, but this race was just for me and boy was it fun! I was like a fish out of water for a couple different reasons...1) I'm not a fast... Continue Reading →
The Midwest is an awesome place to be if you love to run and have a good time in the process! In researching the various types of running events I have reached out to race directors to find out what happens behind the scenes as these events come together. With the popularity of trail events... Continue Reading →
I've dived into my past struggle with anorexia before in past posts. Truth be told one does not escape those demons and I will forever be battling back the urge to fall into my old patterns and destructive behaviors, however there are times it is easier to carry on with my day to day... Continue Reading →
Once you go trail, it is hard to go back! I've been lured to the dirt side over the past year. I have had the pleasure of participating in many events and find that the trail events that I've completed have been some of my favorites. When a fellow Oiselle bird mentioned Dances with Dirt... Continue Reading →
I've mentioned this in past posts, but what a difference a year makes! Last year this event was my 1st crack at an ultra. I remember back to being so very, very nervous. I sought out advice from others who had run the event, packed a ton of stuff, showed up super early, and... Continue Reading →
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