Happy August!

As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end.  July was a fantastic month full of many amazing, scenic Tahoe trail runs.  While there are still a few weeks before school starts, it's time to get back into a routine and start focusing on my big race this fall.  Look out, NYC!  November will be here before we know it, so it's time to start some serious speedwork and log some long runs on the roads!

Here's one big hoorah to a great summer! 

on the Tahoe Rim Trail (Kingsbury to Spooner) with Rach

Ultra Fun!

Once again I got to be a part of an amazing ultra run -- the Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Run.  I jumped in and ran with Cynthia for the last 20 miles of her first 50-miler.  She did awesome!  All of the TRT running buddies did well today.  Way to go, Sara, Jim, Andy, Paul, Jenny (& the other pacers, Vicky, Jim and Liz)!

A quick shout out to all the volunteers, too, but especially the rockin' Tunnel Creek Aid Station!  Thanks, Micheline, Mike and the Capels for all your help out there today!

I am really impressed with the ultra running community.  Everyone is so friendly and supportive!  And, if you're not quite sure if you are ready to take the plunge into the world of ultra running, pacing is a great way to get your feet wet.  I might just be looking for a few pacers myself next year!  ;)

 Bringin' it home!

NSETers!  Happy to be done!

Runner's High

This month just keeps getting better!  Four more fabulous trail runs were logged this week.  I'm grateful my friend, Sara, is around to show me all these treasures!  (Hi Sara!)

Incline Flume

Cyn, Sara & I ran into my friend, Tim, on his bike (again).

Castle Peak

A group of 9 of us took on this majestic mountain!

Running in Tahoe is breath-taking -- literally & figuratively!

A true runner's high!

Into Thin Air

July is off to an awesome start!  Three fun Tahoe runs this week already.  My fingers are crossed that I can squeeze another one in tomorrow, too!  The best part is we are staying in Tahoe for the next couple of weeks.  Running in Tahoe every day = a dream come true!

Fourth of July Run to the Beach 10K
1st in my age group!

A little Desolation Wilderness fun with the ladies!

Another epic Rim Trail run with my TRT buddies!
Mt. Rose to Brockway

Lovin' every minute and every mile!
Looking forward to many more!

The Western States 100!

What a whirlwind weekend!  My long run this past weekend was in Auburn, as I was lucky enough to be a part of the incredible WS 100!  I paced a new friend, Craig (a complete stranger before this weekend) the last 20 miles of this amazing run.  I left home around noon on Saturday with my running gear in tow.  I met up with Craig's brother and hung out at Foresthill with lots of other crews and pacers.  It was fun seeing so many Reno peeps!  Reno has the best running community!  After snapping a few pictures of the dynamic duo (Craig & his bro), I hustled off to Green Gate, my starting spot.  The logistics of this event can be tricky, especially for newbies.  But, luckily for me, Craig was right on pace.  I jumped in at Mile 80, and we ran in for a sub-24 hour finish.  Goal achieved and silver belt buckle acquired!  Then I jumped back in my car and headed home.  Then I slept til noon on Sunday.  :)


The WS 100 is an extraordinary event!  It is very well organized.  The course is gorgeous. And, hats off to all the volunteers -- they couldn't be more helpful or friendly!  I'm inspired.  Perhaps I'll earn a coveted silver belt buckle someday ...

 

Happy Summer!

Let the Tahoe trail running begin!  So excited to run the awesome trails in Tahoe again!  Here's a glimpse of what this summer holds -- 23 miles on the Tahoe Rim Trail starting at Diamond Peak.

It doesn't get much better than this!  There's just something about being up there ... The sky is bluer; the air is better.

To obtain the air that angels breathe, you must go to Tahoe. 

~ Mark Twain

Power On!

What a great start to summer!  I ran 3 super fun relays this last week -- aka Running Camp.  The week started off with the Reno Tahoe Odyssey.  I had a great time hanging with the Wild Women on the Run for a couple of days!  And, I was happy with my splits, despite the very warm weather!

Then I made a quick trip down to San Diego to run the Mud Run with my nephews.  Not only did we have lots of fun in the mud, but we came away with some hardware!  First place! 

Finally, the week was topped off with a second place finish in the DeCelle Relay!  Such a fun day filled with lots of laughter, beautiful views and some quick splits.  Reno Running Company powered on!

                               

Summer is just heating up, too! 
I am looking forward to lots of epic running adventures!