I hadn't planned on running the B.A.A Half Marathon this year, but a few days before a spot opened up so I decided to go for it and test my half marathon legs. I've been training for the Cambridge Half Marathon coming up in November so I thought if I can run a tougher course a month... Continue Reading →
Soaked and Stubborn – Grindstone 100 Race Report (10/07/2016)
It was tough. It was way tougher than the Vermont 100, which I already thought was pretty hard. It was tougher than any race I've done, regardless of cramping, nutrition issues, or overheating. 27 sleep deprived hours in the rain over 101 miles with 23,200 feet of elevation change forced me to dig incredibly deep... Continue Reading →
Colorado 2016
The past few weeks have just been me getting back into it after some toenail issues. After my last blog post in August, I realized my toenail was bothering me again. Instead of waiting until it got really bad, I went right back to the podiatrist and asked her to just permanently remove that portion... Continue Reading →
Colleen’s Update
Hey guys, I do still exist! And I still run! Life has been a bit crazy - I started a new job and spent some good time with my favorite physical therapist for a few different injuries. Thankfully, I'm feeling more settled and less injured now, and ready to start training again. We're also starting... Continue Reading →
The Hill(s) that Never End – Vermont 100 Mile Race Report (7/16/2016)
My first 100 mile is finished. After what feels like endless preparation, race day has come and gone, and it still does not feel real. Even though I ran for over 21 hours, the race feels like a blur. I was probably more stressed about writing this race report than I ever was about running... Continue Reading →
Maine Huts & Trails
It's been a while since I've blogged, but to be fair it's been a while since I've run! My shin set me back in my goal to run 1,000 miles this year, but I'm finally back on track after spending some time focusing on strengthening. After a few weeks of not running, I decided the smartest... Continue Reading →
Counting Kilometers – Pineland Farms 50 Mile Race Report (May 29th, 2016)
PR-ing at Pineland Farms by 2 hours was pretty unexpected. Given the course, I definitely expected to set a personal record. I started the day out thinking I was going to crack 9 hours, but I wasn't tracking splits or stressing about nutrition. I was truly out there to just have a long, long run... Continue Reading →
May Update for Colleen
After Bear Mountain, I took a few days off of running, but hopped right back onto that train and went for an easy 2 miler on the treadmill the Tuesday after the race. I rested Wednesday because my legs were still feeling tired even after only 2 easy miles, and I was back out there... Continue Reading →
Slip & Slide – 7 Sisters Race Report (5/8/2016)
After being a runner in Boston for about 5 years, I finally took on the classic New England trail race: 7 Sisters. The reputation of this race is pretty notable: an unrelenting out-and-back filled with steep climbs, jagged rocks, and plenty of roots. As a rule of thumb, I heard that to estimate your time... Continue Reading →
Finding My Stride – Bear Mountain 50 Mile Race Report (April 30th, 2016)
Bear Mountain turned out to be a pretty humbling race. Not because I am disappointed in my performance or running, but rather because of the mental battles that I dealt with throughout the day. Over and over, I struggled with self-doubt and disappointment as I watched pre-race goals slip away. If anything, this grueling race... Continue Reading →
One and a Half Runners 