It's been a hot minute since I wrote a race recap! My last race was my 40th marathon in 2018. Yikes. It has been quite the year to say the least. Titletown Ultra Series holds a special place in my heart, it was my 1st ultra race. It still gives me that warm fuzzy feeling... Continue Reading →
Why do you run?
Running isn't just about putting one foot in front of the other, it means so much more! Training and racing has helped to heal my relationship with food and put me on a path of recovery from my eating disorder (My Running Story). Which got me thinking, why do others run? So I tossed the... Continue Reading →
Interview with Race Director: Mark Garrigan, High Cliff Ultra
The High Cliff Ultra is a trail race through the beautiful High Cliff State Park in Sherwood, WI. With two distances to select from 25k or 50k...there is a distance for every runner from newbie to veteran. This is one of the most unique ultras I have come across with a course that winds through rolling prairies,... Continue Reading →
Lakefront Marathon 2016 – Recap
The Lakefront Marathon holds a special place in my heart. This is an event that I eyed for a very long time before pulling the trigger in 2015 and finally registering for. I will never forget my experience in 2015. The day started out chilly and windy, but the energy of the runners warmed me... Continue Reading →
Full Moon 1/2 Marathon 2016 – Recap
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 →
Race for the Bacon 5k 2016- Recap
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 →
Cellcom Green Bay Marathon 2016 – Recap
I've been looking forward the the Cellcom Green Bay Marathon all year! I have a soft spot in my heart for this event...it was my very 1st marathon back in 2007. Last year I ran the 1/2 marathon and it was a disaster, it was hot and I was under trained. Fast forward a year... Continue Reading →
Ice Age Trail 50k 2016 – Recap
To sit down and write about this event was more difficult than I anticipated. So many emotions and lessons to unpack as I reflected back on the experience. Many of you know I race a lot and many of my events are in preparation for a "big" or goal race. The past few months of... Continue Reading →
Tips & Tricks – Hydration/Fuel
I have been asked a few times what I use to fuel and hydrate myself while I train/race. Before I layout my plan please know that I am not an expert...this is what works for me and has been a lot of trial and error (LOTS of error). If you have questions feel free to... Continue Reading →
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