The Hidden Costs of Ultramarathons

A breakdown of why our fast-growing sport can cost thousands of dollars per race Is ultrarunning a “rich person” sport? I may be making the case for that. Many shorter distance runners revel in the freedom to be able to easily sign up for a 5k, 10k, or half-marathon without breaking the bank. Marathons and…

Race Recap: Rio Del Lago 100 miler

At 2 a.m. on November 5, 2023, I finished my third 100 mile trail race, the Rio Del Lago 100 miler in Folsom, California. This was my most well-executed and happiest 100 miler so far, because miraculously, nothing went vitally wrong! My goal with this race was to just have a strong finish and redeem…

Race Recap: Leadville 100 Miler

On August 19, 2023, I lined up for my third 100 miler, the Leadville 100 mile trail race. I arrived at the start line 100% prepared and excited to execute! In fact, I thought it was likely I could place top 10 female (out of 300) on a good day. Unfortunately, I experienced my first…

Race Recap: Buffalo Run 100 Miler

For my second 100 mile trail race, I had lofty goals: to finish first place female with a time between 20-22 hours. While there were many hiccups in weather, I am happy to share I completed the Buffalo Run 100 Mile trail race in 20 hours, 53 minutes and took home first place female and…

Race Recap: OC 100 Miler

August 27-28, 2022 I ran and completed my first trail 100 mile race! I trained consistently for 9 months to complete this distance, and was extremely proud of my finish. It was the Oregon Cascades 100 mile trail race in Bend, Oregon, which consisted of 12,000 feet gain on gorgeous, smooth single track. I finished…

Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim (R2R2R) Solo Run

Monday, March 7, 2022, I checked something big off my bucket list. I solo ran the Rim to Rim to Rim of the Grand Canyon, 47 miles, 11,000 feet of elevation gain, in 15.25 hours, almost 7 hours slower than my 50 mile race personal best! Please account for lots of extra time if you…

Recap: Dead Horse 50 Miler

On November 20, 2021, I completed my fourth ultramarathon of the year- the Dead Horse 50 miler in Moab, Utah. The course, designed by Mad Moose Events, featured technical slickrock, sandy washes, 4,500 feet of elevation gain and stunning views of the La Sal mountain range. There were plenty of aid stations and support on…

Friend Feature: Natalie Collar

My friend Natalie Collar inspires me with her commitment to the sport of ultrarunning. In the past 6 months I’ve known her, she’s shared only tidbits with me about her running journey, so I was looking forward to sitting down with her for the interview. She gave me details on her humble trail running beginnings…

Recap: Run Super 50 Miler

On Saturday, September 25, 2021, I ran my first 50 mile race, The Cascade Super Ultra (hosted by Run Super Series) in North Bend, Washington. It turns out, I got 2nd place female (out of 45) and 13th overall (out of 106)! It was a beautiful course with stunning views of the Enchantments and Cascade…

Mental Tips on Race Day

I’m writing this the week before my first 50 mile race, and have been repeating the following points to remember in my head all week. My Garmin Training Status says Peaking, and I’m feeling confident! Although it’ll only be my third ultramarathon, between the varsity track and cross country years I’ve had countless race days,…