UTMB Route – 170km in 6 days
I’m training to run the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) route (~170km) within 6 days at the end of July 2016. The Plan Phase One (January – April): Maintain cardiovascular fitness … Continue reading
8 hour run completed – now it’s taper time!
In training for the Knee Knacker Race, I completed a new personal best this week – longest trail run. The route covered the first 37km of the 48 km race, … Continue reading
Next up – Knee Knacker Race
In February 2015 I got laid off. So what’s a girl to do with newly found free time? Train for her first ultra marathon, that’s what! I’ve been considering running … Continue reading
Antarctica Marathon – Achievement Unlocked
I’m back from Antarctica and I completed the Antarctica Marathon 2014 on Monday, March 10th! Race Report to come soon, but for now, here’s a video of my Antarctic Adventure … Continue reading
Training Log Week 42
I’m leaving for Antarctica in a week. It looks cold there, better get my long johns out! Training Log Monday: Rest day (fly from Montreal to Vancouver) Tuesday: 40 min treadmill … Continue reading
Training Log Week 41 – Montreal winter run
I went to Montreal last weekend to go on a winter training run with my Antarctica marathon buddy and try out my cold weather gear. Sunday morning we head out … Continue reading
Training Log Week 40 – Ice Bath and a Long Run
Before the training log, here’s a quick look at weather at the Bellingshausen Station in Antarctica. Oh, zero degrees with a “real feel” of -10, chilly! Training Log Monday: Massage … Continue reading
