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Tag Archives: Altitude
Ultra Marathon Tips From the Pros
Stepping up to your first ultra (longer than 26.2 miles) can be a scary thing. So before I toed the line for my first 50k, I wanted to make sure I got some advice from accomplished ultra/trail runners on how to do is safely and quickly. Not only was this my first 50k (The Flagline 50k), but it was also the USA 50k Trail Running Championships. Continue reading
Posted in Interviews, Plant Powered Athletes, Racing, Running Tips, Tips & Tricks
Tagged 50k, Altitude, Athlete, Bend Oregon, Blisters, Bob Dion, Championships, Dion Snowshoes, Flagline 50k, Mountain Running, Nancy Hobbs, National Championships, Oregon, Race, Richard Bolt, Running, Running Shoes, Shoes, Trail Running, Trail Shoes, Ultra-Marathon, Video
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Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge
In a race that has been dominated by elite marathoners and road racers from around the world, I managed to best the field by over 30 seconds. But more importantly, I became the only runner in the past 5 years to break the 30 minute barrier on this steep 3.7 mile uphill course up the base of mighty Mt. San Jacinto. Continue reading
Posted in Race Reports, Racing
Tagged Altitude, California, Elevation, Hill Running, Mountain Running, Palm Springs, Race, Road Race, Running, Uphill, Vertical, Video
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Mt. Baldy Run to the Top: Conquering the King of LA County
One year ago I entered the Mt. Baldy Run to the Top for the first time. It was my first all vertical “mountain” race, and I didn’t know what to expect, nor did I have anything to compare it to. But when it was over, it was clear to me that this was the most mentally and physically challenging thing I’ve ever done… Continue reading
Posted in Race Reports, Racing
Tagged Altitude, California, Mountain Running, Race, Trail Running, Uphill, Vertical, Video
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Lake Gregory Run Through the Pines 10k
My high altitude training continues, with a 10k race at 4700′ at Lake Gregory in Crestline, CA, on the outskirts of LA. This was my first 10k since March, and I wasn’t sure if i’d have the legs to maintain my speed for the entire distance – especially at altitude. The race really put the hurt on me, but I had a great time and place none-the-less. Continue reading
Posted in Race Reports, Racing
Tagged 10K, Altitude, California, Elevation, Race, Road Race
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Squaw Valley Mountain Run
In 1960, the world was introduced to Squaw Valley, California near Lake Tahoe, as it hosted the Winter Olympics that year. It was a grand event that produced many American superstars. Now, 47 years later, it’s still a sight to behold. The best way to to take in the spectacular views is to run up the mountain in the Squaw Valley Mountain Run. Continue reading
Posted in Race Reports, Racing
Tagged Altitude, California, Elevation, Hill Running, Lake Tahoe, Mountain Running, Race, Running, Sierras, Squaw Valley, Trail Running, Uphill
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