You know you are an Ultra Runner When?

1) Your feet look better without toenails.
2) Your idea of a fun date is a 30-mile training run.
3) You're tempted to look for a bush when there's a long line for the public restroom.
4) Peeing in the toilet seems unnatural
5) You don't think twice about eating food you've picked up off the floor.
6)You can expound on the virtues of eating salt.
7) You develop an unnatural fear of mountain lions.

8) You have more buckles than belts.
9 )Your ideal way to celebrate your birthday is to run at least your age in miles with some fellow crazies.
10 You run marathons for speed work.
11) When "NEXT GAS 36 MILES" signs start sounding like tempting runs.
12) You visit a national park with your family and notice a thirty-mile trail connecting where you are with the place your family wants to visit next, which is a 100-mile drive away, and you think "Hmmmm".

Dreamchaser Marie Boyd rocks 24 hour!

Our Marie Boyd,,,she sure gets better and better as the years go by! 93.5 miles in 24 hours! 2nd in her age group, 5th women overall. But: Broke the 61 year old record. Marie..we love you!

. USATF keeps year by year records, and I have broken the previous record for 61 year old women. Of course, I do not know by how much, or who was the previous record holder. This of course is pending ratification by USATF. For now, I would just stick with "broke the previous National record distance for 61 year old women".

Love this Quote!

We deceive ourselves when we fancy that only weakness needs support.
Strength needs it far more.’
‘A man sees in the world what he carries in his heart.’
‘If the loser keeps his smile, the winner will lose the thrill of victory.’
‘Never look down on anybody unless you are helping him up.’
‘Whenever you win in life, win as if you are used to it … And whenever you lose in life, lose as if you have enjoyed losing for a change.’
‘At first dreams seem impossible, then improbable, then inevitable.’

Dreamchasers Michele Jensen crushed XTERRA marathon!

MAKI, JENSEN CONQUER FIRST EVER XTERRA MARATHON

October 4, 2009 (Colorado Springs, CO) – The inaugural XTERRA Marathon of Trail Races welcomed a sold-out field of 300 runners to the beautiful and wild Cheyenne Mountain State Park yesterday morning. Colorado runners had their wish come true as XTERRA teamed up with acclaimed race director Victoria Seahorn to finally bring the XTERRA Trail Run Series to the Centennial State. The event marked the very first time XTERRA has offered a marathon distance race in its popular Trail Run Series, and athletes welcomed the challenge with inspiring enthusiasm. Eric Maki and Michele Jensen set the bar high winning the men’s and women’s races respectively. Maki’s top time of 4:05:02 was good enough to edge out runner-up Justin Walker by almost 7 minutes while Jensen dominated the women in 4:32:07, more than 30 minutes ahead of second place Nancy Citriglia. Boulder’s Will Kelsey, 27, a longtime XTERRA Ambassador and triathlete turned in the top time of 1:42:42 for the half-marathon distance just a week after placing in the top ten of the prestigious XTERRA USA Championship off-road triathlon. Winning for the women was Nicole Mahobian in 1:58:69. Along with the two endurance events, the day also held a 5-kilometer fun run for those looking for a smaller taste of XTERRA. Nacho Mata and Lauren Dvoracek claimed the top spots in 23:59 and 25:17 respectively. According to Seahorn, “This was definitely a complete XTERRA course with its tough terrain and picturesque setting. We had perfect running weather, awesome sponsors, amazing volunteers, and incredible athletes. The day was truly a day that none of us will ever forget.” This was the first of three events making up the brand new XTERRA Colorado Trail Run Series for 2010. Top athletes in the marathon and half-marathon races will be awarded points to start out their series totals. Those ending the season with the highest scores will be crowned XTERRA Regional Champions and awarded free entry to the XTERRA Trail Running National Championship next fall. Final details for the next two events are still in the works, so Colorado runners are encouraged to stay tuned. For more information about the 2010 XTERRA Colorado Trail Run Series, visit www.xterratrailrun.com. Complete race results are attached and more information can be found online at www.xterratrailrun.com. Media interested in photos from this event should contact emily@xterraplanet.com.

2010 XTERRA Colorado Trail Run Series XTERRA Trail Running World Championship – 5/10/21km – Oahu, Hawaii – December 6, 2009Race #2 and #3 in the 2010 XTERRA Colorado Trail Run Series - TBA For more information about the XTERRA Trail Run Series, visit www.xterratrailrun.com.

Teaxs Todd's Jerky Come on..it is so yummy!

Hi friends..it is always so good to support your friends when they have something great to offer. Our friend Todd from Texas has come out with his own Jerky! Come on..give it a try:)\
Todd is in the process of working on Turkey Jerky as well..we hope, due to popular demand!
Go Todd..we are so proud of you!


Texas Todd's Beef Jerky is a mouth-watering healthy snack for all ages.
Our moist and tender homemade jerky is nothing like store-bought jerky.
After we marinate 100% USDA inspected choice beef with simple all-natural ingredients and dry it, a serving boasts 16 grams of protein with low carbs and fat.
No preservatives or additives. It's the perfect hiking, skiing and outdoor snack that only requires a pocket to put it in! Comes in two flavors, Teriyaki or Spicy Pepper.
Try a Texas 2'fer to get one of each flavor and a $1.00 off! Go to www.texastoddsjerky.com and tell us you heard about us from Dreamchasers!

Come on yall...give it a try:)

Lisa

Running with your child and stroller:)

http://runningtimes.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=17619

You're not the only one who will have to get used to this setup. Your child will also have some things to get used to. The following are some tips from Jennifer and Michael Wardian that they use when taking their boys, Pierce and Grant, on long runs.

1) Bring along snacks. Things like crackers, gummies or bananas, things that are easy to give them and you aren't worried about them choking on.

2) Bring water. Three sippy cups work well (for a double stroller, just two for a single), one for each kid and an extra, in case someone runs out.

3) Bring toys. A couple toys for each kid works well, plus a couple extras so that, in case they want what the other has, you can regulate.

4) Have a specific goal and relay that to the kids so that they know. You can tell them that you're doing an out-and-back or a loop, or describe the turn-around point to look for. Have some idea of where you are in the run so you can tell them how much longer (because they will ask).

5) If they want to stop along the way, tell them we can do that on the way back and then work it into the run. It is nice to stop and let them play, too. While they play, you can do jumping jacks or push-ups or just play with them; it's a great way to work on general strength and balancing muscles.

Happy running!

Podcast tonight! Tues. Sept. 22nd 7pm MST!!

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