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Slump End
Well, the slump I mentioned in my last post is over. Kaput. Finis. Done like the proverbial toast. As expected, all it took was a few barefoot outdoor runs. On Friday and Saturday I did a couple of...
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Patterns
Towards the end of every winter-into-spring training program, I always run out of steam. I think it’s mostly because I get tired of the pattern. Yes, I know it’s all very scientific and...
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Vision Quest?
A vision quest? Or just an enjoyable long run? I’m being facetious, of course. I’m not into vision quests, and I won’t be attempting one anytime soon. I am, though, very much into good runs – and I’m...
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Poster Boy!
Last year, I ran the Tom Marchese Trail Run at the Cold Creek Conservation Area in Nobleton, Ontario. It was my first barefoot trail run, and an event I enjoyed immensely. I can’t make to this year’s...
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Barefoot Running UK
The latest issue of Barefoot Running UK is available online here. I can’t recommend this publication highly enough. If you’re at all interested in barefoot and/or minimalist running, movement and...
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Race Report: Elk/Beaver 50K
Question: When does a DNF count as a success? Answer: When it involves winning. “DNF” and “winning” don’t usually go together – but sometimes it’s just the right thing. Consider the following quote...
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EB Update
It’s been two weeks since the Elk/Beaver 50K trail ultra, and my feet are finally beginning to heal. They’re not long run-ready yet, by any means, but I’m making steady progress towards being able to...
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Transcendent Reflection
It’s been a week since I ran the Ottawa Self Transcendence 12 Hour (see my race report in the post below). It was a remarkable experience, and one that I’ve been thinking about a lot. Though some...
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Earth Runners Affiliate
I’m pleased to announce that I’m now an affiliate for Earth Runners minimalist sandals. That means that, if you follow a link on this blog and then buy an Earth Runners product – such as a pair of...
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Barefoot Running UK
The winter/spring issue of the Barefoot Running UK magazine is now available online. You can find it here. Read it, enjoy it, and pass it around!Filed under: miscellaneous Tagged: barefoot, books,...
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