North Face WI Edurance Challenge Series 50k 2016 – Recap

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...

High Cliff 50k 2016 – Recap

I have officially fallen in love with trail running. I love the adventure and challenge that it provides.  I have been struggling to be confidence in my training as I prepare for the Fall 50 October 22nd.  Battling back from injury and self doubt has been a team effort.  I owe my friends, family, and coach...

Tips & Tricks – Foot Care

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...

Hot Hilly Hairy 50k 2016 – Recap

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...

Interview with Race Director: Gandy Dancer Trail Marathon

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...

Interview: Lake Michigan Marathon Race Director (Longrun Athletics)

Just south of the hustle and bustle of Milwaukee there is a hidden gem of a race located that is staged in Cudahy's beautiful Sheridan Park.   Growing up I spent many summers hiking along the South Shore of Lake Michigan in the many parks that are part of the Oak Leaf and Seven Bridges Trails....

Trial Separation – Getting Off My Scale

  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...

Dances with Dirt 1/2 Marathon 2016 – Recap

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...

Titletown Ultra Series 6 hour 2016 – Recap

  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...

HFM Maritime Marathon 2016 – Recap

I had been looking forward to the HFM Maritime Marathon, it is a special race for me.  Last year at this time I had finished the Green Bay Cellcom 1/2 Marathon and was looking to ramp up my training.  On a whim I registered for the HFM 1/2 and had fully intended to run the...