A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words: Muir Beach 50K Race Report
The Muir Beach trail run, which is put on by the fine PCTR team, is all about views and climbs.  It’s an absolute must if you live anywhere near San Francisco. With the exception of tight parking and long walk to the start, the event is flawless.  You have the option of running the 11K, 17K, 33K, or 50K.  Don’t let the shorter distances fool you; it’s a hard — yet magnificent — run from start to finish. I will let the pictures speak for themselves.

Race Report: Bizz Johnson Marathon
Apparently, I have become one of those psychos who complete marathons as training. With no pressure and no time goal, yesterday’s Bizz Johnson trail marathon was one of the most peaceful experiences I have had running. The setting is absolutely serene.  The course is inaccessible by car, making it incredibly quiet.  It starts in the town of Westwood, CA, also known as the home of the Paul Bunyon legend, and runs through the Susan River Canyon. The trail is flat and non-technical.  You enjoy a number of bridge crossing, the sound of a passing train or two, and the freak

Race Report: Top of Utah Marathon
Moments after crossing the finish in 3:44:55 - Boston Qualified! It’s my proudest running moment.  I crossed the finish line of the 2009 Top of Utah Marathon in 3:44:55, qualifying for the Boston Ma

The Unofficial Carrie and Julianne Half Marathon…Or the Cost of Running 13 Miles
Half marathons suddenly feel expensive. For example: Silicon Valley Half Marathon – $60 Dirt Inspires Women Trail Half - $65-$85 Big Sur Half Marathon – $85-$95 San Jose Rock N Roll Half Marathon – $85-$115 I realize that you’ll probably receive a finishers medal and shirt.  In some cases you will hear from bands along the cours

Congratulations SVRC Ladies at Dirt Inspires Women Half Marathon
South Valley Running Club - Kim, Allison, Kathy, Raina, Andrea Congratulations to the South Valley Running Club participants in last weekend’s inaugural