There is something about running that keeps calling me back. It is one of those recurring hobbies throughout my life (thus far), and so I figure I better pay attention to it. I’m not sure if it’s the fitness, or the social aspect, or just the simple pleasure of being outside. Probably a combination of all three. Check out my Strava for my training and also some sweet running pictures or request access to my Substack to see my (very infrequent and belated) race reports.
I am about a month away from my big build for CIM in December of 2024. As you can see by the list below, I’ve done a lot of racing this year since one of my 2024 goals was to run a race every month. While I still have races in September, October, and November, I’m looking forward to a big preparation and effort for CIM. An additional goal I have for 2024 is to run 2,500 miles. I will get close, it just depend on how hard I want to push myself after CIM. My third running goal for the year was to run a 2:30 marathon. That won’t happen based on where I’m at, but I will shoot for 2:40. Looking forward, I plan to do a 100k next summer that lets me put my name in the 2026 Western States lottery. Going to start that process because I’d love to do it eventually. And as always, my dream is to do a giant road trip to all the national parks and run a marathon in each one. Maybe some day.