Taking a Stroll Summer 2014

Here's the scoop: I am running a 100 miler this summer, July 26th, 2014, in Grand Mesa, Colorado.  Yes, you heard me correctly: 100 miles.  Now, as I am sure you have several questions floating through your head, let me attempt to predict the future and answer them for you...

Question and Answer Sesh with Me

Q: Why are you running 100 miles?
A: Why not?  But seriously, why not?

Q: Why? 
A:  Because I, for some strange reason which I am still attempting to understand, added it to my bucket list several years ago.  So, since I'm not getting any younger and I'm still in decent shape in comparison to the average person (although very very washed up), I figured I better check it off the list sooner rather than later.

Q: Why though?
A: Umm, let's see, I also have a "coach" who is very knowledgeable about running who is crazy enough to run it with me.  Shout out to Brenden Huber!

Q: What's the furthest you've ever run?
A: Before my training started, I accidentally ran 13 miles once.  But that's it.  I'm a sprinter... I like to run really fast for short periods of time and sweat as much as possible... not particularly a fan of this slow and long thing we have happening.

Q: How long is it going to take you? 
A: Basically, I just want to finish the race so time is not a big factor, however I would like to finish in 30 hours or less.  Keep your fingers crossed!

Q: Are you going to sleep?
A: Nope, it's 30 hours of straight running/hiking with short stops at the first aid and crew stations along the way.

Q: How are you going to keep your mind busy/entertained? 
A: I'm going to become very weird.  That's the only way to entertain yourself on long runs.  Why else do you think cross country runners are a bit strange?

Q: Can I write you mail? 
A:  Yes.  I love mail.



All in all, this blog will be made up of short posts that keep you informed on my transformation from being slightly strange to flat out weird.  I hope you enjoy.