Last Wednesday, right in the middle of our Two Year Anniversary, I snuck out to participate in a twisted challenge put on by some local running friends. Named the Chirico Ten-Peat, the idea is to run 1.7 miles up the Chirico Trail, tag the top, then head back down 1.7 miles. …
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100 miles to free your mind…
April 12, 2013 in: Get Inspired!, Running Therapy, Stories from the Run
I’m finding that I have writer’s block with race recaps. Two weekends ago I ran a 100 miler in Eastern Washington. Never have I had such an immediate and profound take away from a race. On the drive home I sat in awe of what had just happened and wished I …
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Finding gratitude in the fall leaves
November 9, 2012 in: Popular Posts, Rambling Jenn, Running Therapy, Stories from the Run
My mom knows that when she doesn’t hear from me for a few days, I’m most likely wrestling with a problem. Well my dear readers, it is the same for the blog. When I’m contemplating – I go dark. I admire those dedicated bloggers who can write as they go, …
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How low will you go for the Runner’s High?
October 11, 2012 in: Popular Posts, Rambling Jenn, Stories from the Run
This summer I ran my first 100 miler. The race played out perfectly – I achieved all my first time goals and stayed positive throughout. I received my belt buckle, my satisfaction, and my finish line pictures. I may have said to Greg immediately upon finishing “that wasn’t that hard”, but I …
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NEW on the Blogs: Pacing 101, Hiking the PCT, & running 50 States (+ RPF Giveaway)
September 27, 2012 in: Get Inspired!, Stories from the Run, Updates from the Shop
A few days ago I asked y’all what blogs you are reading. Why? Mostly because I am curious what the pulse of the online running world is and/or the blogging community at large. I like being clued into thoughtful writers and interesting people – whatever their subject may be. So …
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Because I’m all about promoting a positive, healthy work environment – I instituted a happy hour policy for Friday afternoons. It’s not mandatory, but it is strongly recommended. ; ) Here are a few snaps from the outing: The Place: Kendall Katwalk / PCT The Vibe: Mellow, happy, and grateful. …
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