Sometimes I get a wild hair and do nutty things. Like signing up for 8 hour races, totally untrained. The good thing is that I’m just a stubborn as I am nutty. If I sign up for a race, I’m going to do it! Next to proper training, the most important thing you can …
Tag Archive: adventure race
Jan 22
Resolution Adventure Race
Being pushed to the edge of your ability and beyond is empowering. It’s a scary ledge. This weekend I re-learned a lesson in mind over matter. I completed the Resolution Adventure Race, an 8 hour adventure/orienteering race with my cousin, Steven. It was my first time, his 6th. Luckily he was patient with me! …
Jan 17
Cramming 101: Endurance Training and Recovery
Endurance isn’t for the weak. It also probably should not be prepared for in a cram session. This Saturday I’m doing an adventure/orienteering race that my cousin talked me in to. 8 hours in the woods with a GPS. They give you the start, the finish, and a couple of mandatory check points along …



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