Posts by Robert - 2/4 - I Am Jolly
Ultra running is definitely a head game
Deb Bosilevac, an ultra runner from Portland, wrote a really cool guest post on Loving the Run about what her experience has been with motivation and the mental aspects of running in 24 hour events. It’s refreshing to hear from someone who has similar experiences as I’ve had with thoughts, both negative and positive, during multi-hour/overnight events.
Unboxing a Dahon folding bike
Unboxing a Dahon Speed Uno folding bicycle—ready to ride in about 3 minutes.
My 2011 Endurance Goals
A brief examination of my 2010 endurance season and the establishment of endurance training and racing goals for 2011.
20in24 Race Recap
It’s been about a week and a half since I participated in the Back on My Feet (20in24) Lone Ranger Ultramarathon. I suppose that’s enough time to have my psychic wounds heal a bit and allow a somewhat objective look at my performance and the event as a whole. My goal was to run 100 miles within the 24 hour event and to raise money for Back on My Feet.
Whatchoo running for?
While running the other night, I passed by a young boy who was riding a big wheel on the sidewalk. He must have been only four years old or so, and he had a truly puzzled look on his face. He asked me, “whatchoo running for?” He said this in all seriousness. His question took [...]