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Insanely awesome tips for changing your body, mind and spirit as a triathlete while improving your overall health. How to eat right and improve your nutrition. How to achieve your fitness and training goals. How to deal with all of the aches and pains as well as the ups and downs along the way. And how to focus on the things that matter most while keeping a positive attitude as an athlete in training.

How To Achieve The Runner’s High (Or Not)

You’ve heard of the runners high, but have you experienced it yourself? Is it a fact or just an urban myth? Here’s what I’ve learned about the runner’s high

Running Is My Religion. Why Do You Run?

I started running many years ago, and never stopped. Running is my religion. Why do you run? What are your reasons? Here’s why I run.

3 Ultrarunning Lessons I Learned From Phenom Ultrawoman, Catra Corbett

Embrace your inner-gypsy. Get addicted to healthy living. Make ultrarunning about something bigger than you. 3 simple things I’ve learned from Catra Corbett.

We Interrupt Your Ultra Training Routine To Bring You These 3 Things I Learned From Ultrarunner David Goggins

It’s time to be epic! Let David Goggins help you as he’s helped me. 3 powerful David Goggins quotes to break free from the prison of ultrarunning training!

Social Media For Runners: 5 Ways Social Networking Can Help You As An Ultrarunner

Social media for runners consists of many different things. Here are 5 fun ways you can use social media to support your efforts and goals as an ultrarunner

Zen And The Art Of Ultra-Distance Running

While reading a book on Zen, I thought of several ways that Zen relates to ultra-distance running. Here’s my take on Zen running.

Developing Mental Toughness As An Ultra Runner

What’s the difference between a runner and an ultra runner? Mental toughness. Here are 3 ways to build your mental toughness in sports — including running.

Winter Ultramarathon Training: Taking Time Off

Taking time off does NOT mean doing nothing. Here’s a fact: Careless ultramarathon training is hazardous to your health. Here’s how to train in the off season.

An Ultra Runner’s Best Tips For Avoiding Running Injuries

I don’t want to talk about the I-word.  I’d prefer to ignore it and get on with my training. I have miles to log, races to run, and PR’s to break. I don’t have time for… well… you know… ‘that.’ Besides, that’s the stuff that happens to other runners, not me. Any problem I have […]

Making Sense Of The Nutrition Maze For Ultra Runners – Part 2: The Low Carb High Fat Diet

The low carb high fat diet (or ketogenic diet) is growing in popularity in the ultra-running community. Here’s what you need to know before you get started.

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Jim P.I’m over 40 years old, but I don’t give up easily. It wasn’t too long ago that I was exploring the idea of doing my first triathlon. If I can do it, you can too! I'm proof that with a little determination and training, you can get a great deal of fulfillment participating in marathons, triathlons... even ultramarathons.

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