“Think Easy, Light, Smooth, and Fast. You start with easy,...

“Think Easy, Light, Smooth, and Fast. You start with easy, because if that’s all you get, that’s not so bad. Then work on light. Make it effortless, like you don’t give a shit how high the hill is or how far you’ve got to go. When you’ve practiced that so long that you forget you’re practicing, you work on making it smooooooth. You won’t have to worry about the last one – you get those three, and you’ll be fast.” My favorite quote from Born to Run, and my mantra last year for my ultra, so this is the perfect DVD to put on while I get ready for tomorrow’s race. #running #movie #caballoblanco #runfree #borntorun #raramuri #ultrarunning #bulldog50k #teamnuun #furtherfasterforever #instarunners #maurrunning

Race hydration and electrolyte intake begin long before race...

Race hydration and electrolyte intake begin long before race day. I always increase my intake of both the days leading up to the race. Not just the day before. Bulldog is expected to be a hot one, so this will really be important for this weekends 50k. #running ##bulldog50k #bulldogtrailrun #ultrarunning #hydration #nutrition #nuun #stayhydrated #teamnuun #werunsocial #instarunners #furtherfasterforever #worlderunners #maurrunning

Race hydration and electrolyte intake begin long before race...

Race hydration and electrolyte intake begin long before race day. I always increase my intake of both the days leading up to the race. Not just the day before. Bulldog is expected to be a hot one, so this will really be important for this weekends 50k. #running ##bulldog50k #bulldogtrailrun #ultrarunning #hydration #nutrition #nuun #stayhydrated #teamnuun #werunsocial #instarunners #furtherfasterforever #worlderunners #maurrunning

#throwbackthursday to last August as I was about to cross the...

#throwbackthursday to last August as I was about to cross the finish line at the Bulldog 50k, my first ultramarathon. In a little over 24 hours I’ll be upping the stakes as I attempt 50 miles at the Leona Divide 50. #tbt #trailrunevents #bulldog50k #ultrarunning #ultramarathon #50K #trail #leonadivide #running #teamnuun #asnailspace #malibucreekpark #malibu #california #maurrunning

Last week at this time I was prepping to run the #bulldog50k....

Last week at this time I was prepping to run the #bulldog50k. Tonight, I’m just taking it easy relaxing and not having to think about training or running for the first time in months. It kind of sucks, but I do need this down time to recover. It’s going to get pretty crazy in the next couple of months. For now I’ll just reflect on last weekend and post #latergram shots. #recovery #bulldogtrailrun #ultramarathon #trailrunning #running #rei1440project #nature #malibucreekpark (at Malibu Creek State Park)

As if driving up from OC to support wasn’t enough, my run...

As if driving up from OC to support wasn’t enough, my run fam brought me my favorite sandwich (@therealikes) and coconut water for a great post race picnic. And not pictured is our friend Voltaire, who BIKED the 80 some miles from OC to Calabasas. I can’t stop saying how grateful I am to have these awesome people in my life. #ilovemyteam #runfam #friends #ikesplace #sandwiches #glycogenreplenishment #notlowcarb #ultramarathon #postrace #running #bulldogtrailrun #bulldog50k #latergram #theresmudonmyface #someonetellme (at Bulldog 25k/50k Trail Race)

As if driving up from OC to support wasn’t enough, my run...

As if driving up from OC to support wasn’t enough, my run fam brought me my favorite sandwich (@therealikes) and coconut water for a great post race picnic. And not pictured is our friend Voltaire, who BIKED the 80 some miles from OC to Calabasas. I can’t stop saying how grateful I am to have these awesome people in my life. #runfam #friends #ikesplace #sandwiches #glycogenreplenishment #notlowcarb #ultramarathon #postrace #running #bulldogtrailrun #bulldog50k #latergram (at Bulldog 25k/50k Trail Race)

That moment where you hit the half way point of your...

This #medalmonday is special. It’s not the biggest or...

This #medalmonday is special. It’s not the biggest or prettiest medal, but this race was never about the medal. It was about finishing an ultramarathon on my birthday weekend. To finish this race took so much more than any race I’ve run before. Not because of the 30ish mile distance or even the 5500+ elevation gain. This race drew blood… literally. Left quad tendinitis which became inflamed and tightened up at mile 3 made me work for every left step after, especially on the downhills, and then a face first fall down a single track on mile 11 which left cuts on my palms, shoulders, chest, and face made for a very rough race. Regardless, dropping down or out of this race never crossed my mind. It was not ideal as far as races go, but I would not have had it any other way. The Bulldog may have bit me, but I conquered it. #bulldogtrailrun #bulldog50k #running #ultramarathon #trailrunning #nuunbassador #furtherfasterforever #werunsocial #instarunners #perseverance #allthingsthroughGOD (at Bulldog 25k/50k Trail Race)

So… I guess I’m officially an ultramarathoner....

So… I guess I’m officially an ultramarathoner. #bulldogtrailrun #bulldog50k #ultramarathon #50K #running #trailrunning #asnailspace #furtherfasterforever #werunsocial #instarunners #newbalance #seemyrun #nuunbassador #garmin (at Malibu Creek State Park)

Hope this is my lucky number. #bulldogtrailrun #bulldog50k...

Hope this is my lucky number. #bulldogtrailrun #bulldog50k #ultramarathon #running #furtherfasterforever #nuunbassador (at Malibu Creek State Park)

The beginning of yesterday’s HOT afternoon 8 miler....

The beginning of yesterday’s HOT afternoon 8 miler. Tapering but continuing the heat acclimation for #bulldog50k. #bulldogtraining #50k #running #ultramarathon #heat #acclimatation #garmin #920xt #nuunbassador #lakeforest #latergram (at Serrano Creek Trail)

Honored to be featured on the @nbrunning page. I have been...

Honored to be featured on the @nbrunning page. I have been training in and will be rocking the Minimus MT10v2s during my 50K and ran my past 2 road marathons in the Minimus MR00BY2. Needless to say, I have much love for @newbalance, especially being minimalist runner. #running #newbalance #seemyrun #trail #trailrunning #ultramarathon #training #footware #gear #repost #bulldog50k #minimalist #vibram #nuunbassador #crystalcove (at New Balance OC)

Hills make you a stronger runner. 9+ miles 1500+ ft elevation...

Hills make you a stronger runner. 9+ miles 1500+ ft elevation gain fasted. #bulldogtraining #bulldog50k #training #running #nuunbassador #lowcarbrunner #hills #trailrunning #trails (at Crystal Cove-El Moro Canyon Trail)

The trail for Bulldog passes through the site where M*A*S*H was...

The trail for Bulldog passes through the site where M*A*S*H was filmed. I used to love that show growing up. Couldn’t help but hum the theme song for a few miles as I ran. #aseenonmyrun #running #bulldog50k #training #ultramarathon #trailrunning #tvshow #site #mash #suicideispainless #hawkeye #radar #hotlips (at M*A*S*H film site)

Running above the clouds. Official #bulldog50k training run, but...

Running above the clouds. Official #bulldog50k training run, but the Bulldog wanted to hide and keep it’s course a mystery until race day. #running #trailrunning #ultramarathon #training #nuunbassador #furtherfasterforever #nature #rei1440project #malibucreekpark (at Top Of Bulldog, Castro Peak)

9 miles and 1800+ feet elevation gain of contemplative trail...

9 miles and 1800+ feet elevation gain of contemplative trail running. Lots on the mind and what better place to be with your thoughts? #bulldogtraining #bulldog50k #ultramarathon #training #trailrunning #running #nuunbassador #furtherfasterforever #nature #trails #rei1440project #crystalcove #elmoro (at Coastal Peak Park)

Had a great run with the #lululemon #chasingnewport run fam...

Had a great run with the #lululemon #chasingnewport run fam yesterday. 2 miles in before, 5 with the group, and broke off with a couple runners who wanted to put in a good extra 3 miles in for 10 total miles in a fasted state. #bulldogtraining #bulldog50k #running #runclub #werunoc #furtherfasterforever #nuunbassador #coronadelmar #fashionisland (at Lululemon Fashion Island)

10+ miles walking around the city on Friday, 5K in the morning,...

10+ miles walking around the city on Friday, 5K in the morning, 10 miles after and I still have a half marathon tomorrow. Unorthodox ultra training. #backtobacks #bulldog50k #ultramarathon #training #running #rnrchi #chicago #travel (at Lake Michigan Lakefront Chicago)

Great morning on the trails with old friends. 12 miles with...

Great morning on the trails with old friends. 12 miles with 1350+ ft elevation gain. #bulldog50k #training #ultramarathon #trail #running #nuunbassador #furtherfasterforever #bommercanyon #elmoro (at Bommer Canyon Trailhead)