Dude, why do you look so angry? I have heard this more frequently over the past 2 months. From the starting line of Run Rabbit Run 100 to people at work. I'll just be standing…
This is probably my favorite race in Colorado. I have run either the half marathon or marathon Colfax race since 2008. The event encompasses the spirit of community in everything that it does. From the…
I generally avoid the gym in January. This year has been very difficult to do that due to the cold temps outside. I really like my gym as it is spacious with plenty of treadmills…
One of the most common questions I receive is how to start running. Some don't ask me the question for self-conscious fear that it sounds silly. For instance, here's an email: Alex, I barely run…
After I post a race recap about not finishing a race (see 2013 Leadville 100 and 2013 Silver Rush 50), I receive emails and texts. Some saying "sorry about that" and others "get em' next…
Here's a question I was asked more than 10 times this past week: What do you mean you didn't run the Denver Rock n' Roll Marathon? There are 3 reasons why I didn't run: 1)…
[caption id="attachment_2867" align="alignleft" width="300"] Beignet break at Cafe du Monde in New Orleans[/caption]Tech is taking away the humanity in the world. No more eye contact, mtg new ppl face to face, violent games & movies,…
My First 100 Mile Finish – Part 1
If your dreams don't scare you, dream bigger. Since I finished my first Silver Rush 50 in Leadville, I knew that I wanted to complete… Read more…
2016 Leadville Heavy Half Marathon
2016 Leadville Heavy Half Yes, the half at 15.5 miles and not the full for another 10. Maybe I’m just getting old. Or smarter. Well,… Read more…
2013 Leadville 100 Mile Trail Run
38 miles – 9 hours – 5,500ft elevation gain – DNF Hindsight is 20/20. Whether it be talking about the weekend’s football game, choices made… Read more…
