The day finally came when I signed up last-minute for a 50-mile run. I had planned on a long run of 42 miles over the weekend as part of training. But on Friday morning, I found a local 50-miler with spots still available. So I did what any good trail ultrarunner does, I jumped on […]
Growing up on my family’s cattle ranch, we always had beef in the freezer. While there were other proteins – pork from the neighbors, eggs from chickens in the barn – beef protein was always our primary choice. To be honest, I am still shocked when I meet adults who admit to never having cooked […]
2019… my big goal for the year is sticking to the plan. Last year, I fell short of my BHAG and I’m bound and determined to reach that 100k mark this year. Part of that plan involves completing a distance of at least 50k for a long run each month, hopefully with a few 50 […]
The middle of January isn’t the best time to be looking for a warm long run, unless you live in the southern tier of states. But in Colorado, it doesn’t take much to be warmer. That’s why I usually look toward the desert this time of year for a good run – at least it […]
Progress isn’t linear – a concept that has been covered in many forums. A simple Google search turns up many results from inspirational and positivity sites to 1800s-era quotes from T.S. Elliot. Even President Barack Obama gets a nod, quoted as saying, “but progress isn’t always a straight line or a smooth path.” While I’m always seeking […]
Running in the Mile High City can take your breath away, especially if you haven’t been in town long. Run for 26.2 miles and it’s sure to be a good day! 2018 was the second year for me to run the Colfax Marathon, which claims to be Denver’s only marathon. The race takes place in the […]
2018 has been off to a pretty good start with my goal to hone in more on longer distances. For the most part, I’ve had a few good long runs every month. Like Arches Ultra 50k in Moab, a self-supported 50k on Cherry Creek Trail in the south Denver area, and Desert Rats 50k in Fruita, CO. May brought a gentler […]
Hook me up with a run in the desert and I’m there. Make it a long run with great views and aid stations, and I am golden. My second desert ultramarathon of the year took place on April 14th near Grand Junction, Colorado at the Desert Rats Trail Running Festival 50k. I completed the 50k distance […]
Can we just usher this #NeverEndingWinter out the door and bring on Summer? It’s been a long winter in many parts of the country as ranching friends in Montana are just now thawing out. Although we haven’t had much winter in Denver, I am ready for the warm weather to arrive and stay so I […]
This weekend, work took me on a quick trip to San Diego to work with nutrition students at San Diego State University. With Spring winds kicking up in Colorado, you can bet I was packing trail shoes for an opportunity to knock off a few warm weather miles. This ended with me discovering Mission Trails Regional […]
