Wanna nerd out on running?

Cool. Let’s do it.

I’ve just recently started to dip my toe in full running nerd territory. It’s addictive, so you may have to indulge me on this more than you like. Sorry, not sorry.

This summer I decided to sign up for my first race approaching anything like an endurance race. It was close to 29k, in single track trails, involved a river crossing, a little bit of climbing and a lot of elevation. It was a blast. I am 100% at my best in nature, LOVE IT! Somewhere in the mix of signing up for this I also started listening to some ultra/iron/running podcasts and reading some of the guests’ books. And thus here I am, at the entrance of full on nerd-dom.

There is something so attractive about seeing people work to their limits. It doesn’t matter what that activity or work may be, I am so inspired by those who decide to excel at their craft and go for it. From the cashier who knows every damn code, where to find exactly anything you might ask for and when such and such is in season and when it isn’t, to the beast of an Ironman athlete who can knock out a world class marathon after a 4k open water swim and gruelling 180km bike, props to you all. You are taking no shortcuts and revelling in all the glory that follows.

There is also something about seeing people do unimaginable things that makes you believe you can do it too. So, 3 only weeks out, I’ve decided to can the 1/2 marathon I’m signed up to do in October and try my hand at the full marathon. This really clashes against my type-A find a training plan and stick to it at all costs usual approach. But hey, there is only one way to find out right?

So what’s inspired me over these last few months?

Here’s the progression, enjoy the ride, there is certainly more to follow.

http://www.richroll.com/finding-ultra/

http://www.scottjurek.com/eat-run/

http://www.chrismcdougall.com/born-to-run/

https://www.amazon.com/Road-Top-Systematic-Approach-Training/dp/1880047349

https://www.jonathanbeverly.com/your-best-stride

https://www.runnersworld.com/injury-prevention-recovery/its-all-in-the-hips

http://marathontrainingacademy.com/running-form

http://marathontrainingacademy.com/running-makes-us-human

http://nicoledeboom.com/60-being-present-with-western-states-100-mile-winner-cat-bradley/

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