Mileposts and Musings

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Jun 11, 2023

What Nobody Will Tell You About "Easy" Ultras (or Marathons)

Will courses designed to be 'flat and fast' or net-downhill really result in an 'easy ultra' or marathon?

Jun 4, 2023

The Case for the Smaller Race

If you are feeling 'stuck in a rut' with your racing, and looking to PR, it may be time to look beyond big-city marathons!

May 30, 2023

A Downhill Marathon (Probably) Won't Help You Get a PR or BQ

The data shows that extreme net-downhill races aren't actually faster. They also carry a much larger injury risk. Learn why!

Nov 14, 2022

The Beauty of a DNF

I believe that a DNF can be a positive decision and not just when health or injury are at stake.