2016 however is all about 1 race, Hardrock 100. Having spent 7 years qualifying and putting into the race, I'm in and ready to tackle the most challenging event of my life! Here are my Spring 2016 races, all of which building to Hardrock- Antelope Island 25k, Boston Marathon Double, WhistleDick 13, & Ecotrail Oslo 45k (coming later).
Antelope Island 25k
Having run this shorter race last year and having such a fun time, I returned. These shorter races are fun as you can really cruise. Ultra's are all the rage but I can see myself doing more of these shorter races. This year my only goal was to try and go under 2 hours. Last year I ran 2:03.47 and felt like I was in better shape this year. I definitely started a little faster and felt good. I moved well and was really enjoying myself. Aid stations were quick as I only took a 12 ounce bottle. Using only 2 gels and a couple salt tabs the race went very well. The last 4 miles I tried to pick up the pace but couldn't quite move as fast as I wanted. I finished in 2:00.37 and in 3rd place. Strava Segment. Happy with my effort and plan although wishing I could have moved a little quicker in the finishing miles to break the 2 hour barrier. Fun start to the year!
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| Credit: Lori Burlison |
This is my 4th time running Boston twice. Having thrown my back out in early April (lots of problems in that arena...) I went in sensitively. Ended up having some great people join me including Ian Sharman, Nicole, Keila, Stephan, and Alison Memmott. Despite some early heat and late headwind, I ran out in my usual 4 hours flat. I LOVE it! Every year its amazing. The way back was my hardest yet. The lack of training and my back problems led to my slowest and most painful return trip. I made it through just fine however with a slower yet still respectable time of 3:56.44
