” And just when you need a pick-me-up, the closing mile provides a “fun (and much-needed) boost of energy” courtesy of the Blugold Mile powered by exuberant UW–Eau Claire students. Finish strong, then join the Barstow Block Party to grab a beer and cheer on your fellow runners ...
Rocket City will give you the boost(er) you need to end your racing year on the right foot.Runner-up: Big Beach Marathon (Jan)AlaskaAnchorage RunFest (Humpy’s Marathon)Anchorage, AK (Aug)Held late in the peak season when daylight still exceeds 15 hours, Humpy’s—the marathon component...
If you are ever in need of a reminder of why getting out of the house to go for a run is better than staying inside and grinding a peloton or treadmill, try running under a pepper tree. When you do, reach up and grab a handful of leaves with berries. But don’t pull them off ...
The practice was done away with, but the monument where the chair stood is still there. Fence 16 – Water Jump The Water Jump is 2 feet 6 inches and is the second fence that runners only jump once during the race. The Water Jump was one of the most popular jumps on the course, ...
ve gained from running to participate in the rigorous conditions. “We need your 100-mile fitness because each day we’re going out for six to eight hours in tough conditions, typically trekking and backpacking off trail, and you need to be observant and you need to have that stamina the ...