What to do after 100 mile training?

After an ultra like Leadville I usually take a few weeks off.  So far its been two months of not running.  I am trying to sort out my body by unwinding the torques and twists that have resulted from years of postural neglect as well as a previous whiplash injury in my early twenties. A

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“Better to die trying then live in regret” Leadville trail 100 2011

Ok, I don’t want to die but Andrew bought me a t-shirt for my efforts as he was super proud of me and that’s what it says.  I think ultra runners are crazy because this stuff hurts, some points we suffer other times we enjoy the beauty around us but then we always want to

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A little help from my friends

Tomorrow we leave for our two week road trip through seven states, Colorado being one of them.  I am excited for the whole trip and not just running Leadville 100.  It’s not just about the race its about sharing this adventure and journey with Andrew.  Besides, life will go on after Leadville regardless if I

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Less then two weeks to Leadville Trail 100

  Finally they posted the entrants list for Leadville Trail 100 race on August 20th and 21st.  I received my confirmation back in February but there is something about seeing your name on the entrants list.  I arrived at work on Saturday and realized they had posted the entrants list.  As I scrolled down to

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