Category: Running

Some tips, advice, and encouragement for those thinking about doing a long and rewarding trail race.

I tried to create something that had a link a while back, and after a couple of failed attempts and some choice bad words, I gave up.

As someone who hates carrying a bunch of stuff on long training runs, I really appreciate a nice looped course on a road or a trail.

I wrote about running 50 miles, dealing with pain and grief, and scaring some hikers by eating it directly in front of them.

The Western States Endurance Run is the tippy-top peak of importance and prestige for 100-mile trail races in North America. You win “States” and you are a legend.

Congratulations to Schuylkill Banks on the Christian to Crescent Trail Connector opening ceremony.

I had a fun day running from Mont Clare to Conshy and back at the Schuylkill River Ultra 50K.

Here are some of my favorite short ultrarunning films highlighting the highs and lows of professional and amateur athletes.