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What It Takes To Crew For an Ultra Marathon | Runnerclick

What It Takes To Crew For an Ultra Marathon | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover 0 What It Takes To Crew For an Ultra Marathon www.runnerclick.com What it Takes to Crew for an Ultra Marathon "This is MY decision! I want to drop out at the next aid station, and YOU. CAN'T. MAKE. ME. KEEP. GOING!" And with that ultramarathon runner, Patrick Stover stopped walking completely.

Runners Breaking the Mold: Ultra Runner Catra Corbett | Runnerclick

Runners Breaking the Mold: Ultra Runner Catra Corbett | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover 4 Runners Breaking the Mold: Ultra Runner Catra Corbett www.runnerclick.com Most runners use the New Year as an opportunity to set ambitious race goals. They declare their intention to run a sub-two hour half marathon, compete in their first triathlon, or spend a weekend participating in a relay race, among other goals.

Ugly Training in the Jungle | Runnerclick

Ugly Training in the Jungle | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover - Ugly Training in the Jungle www.runnerclick.com Trevor Ragan is on an adventure. An adventure of discovery, understanding, overcoming fear, sharing the science of learning and performance. And there are tigers. Some live in a zoo, comfortable but caged. Others roam the jungle, hunting their food, facing challenges and fear, and inevitably growing!

The ABCs of Kombucha Tea | Runnerclick

The ABCs of Kombucha Tea | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover 3 The ABCs of Kombucha Tea www.runnerclick.com "Stop by on Sunday to pick up the SCOBY and learn how to care for it."That was the text message I received from Aunty Jackie that began my relationship with kombucha tea and brewing the fermented drink.

Love on the Run | Runnerclick

Love on the Run | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover 2 As one half of a running couple, there are few things I love more on race day than cheering for my husband as he runs by me on an out-and-back.

Tips on How to Become a Balanced Runner |Runnerclick

Tips on How to Become a Balanced Runner |Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover 2 Tips on How to Become a Balanced Runner www.runnerclick.com You take thousands of strides when you run. When you break the movement down into its simplest form, each stride taken is a tiny hop from one leg to the other, and for a very brief moment, you are balancing on one leg.

Runners Breaking the Mold: The Human-Powered Adventures of Ultra Runner Sarah Keyes | RunnerClick

Runners Breaking the Mold: The Human-Powered Adventures of Ultra Runner Sarah Keyes | RunnerClick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover 0 Runners Breaking the Mold: The Human-Powered Adventures of Ultra Runner Sarah Keyes www.runnerclick.com On a cool July evening in 2014, I was having a drink at the Lake Placid Pub & Brewery after biking 100 miles and eavesdropping on a conversation between one of the servers and several other patrons.

Runners Breaking the Mold - The Dirtbag Runners | Runnerclick

Runners Breaking the Mold - The Dirtbag Runners | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover 0 Runners Breaking the Mold - The Dirtbag Runners www.runnerclick.com Is there anything better than a warm shower, followed by climbing into bed and pulling clean sheets over your head after a long, dirty day on the trails? If you're a dirtbag runner, your answer will be a resounding "Yes, there is!"

The Soul Runner, Part 1 - Watchless Wednesday | Runnerclick

The Soul Runner, Part 1 - Watchless Wednesday | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover 0 The Soul Runner, Part 1 - Watchless Wednesday www.runnerclick.com The screen flashed 15% at me. Alarmingly low! I doubted that my GPS watch would last 5 miles with that little juice. My Wednesday was rather solidly booked with assignments and appointments, so this was the only slice of my day when a run was possible.

Youngest Western States Qualifier Makes History... | Runnerclick

Youngest Western States Qualifier Makes History... | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover 59 Youngest Western States Qualifier Makes History... www.runnerclick.com Embarking on the Longest Run The temperature was at most 40°F, relatively cold for Arcosanti, AZ, even at 7 am in February. In the distance, granite summits shed their shadows, revealing their prickly scruff.

The Complicated Evolution of Running Apparel | Runnerclick

The Complicated Evolution of Running Apparel | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover 0 The Complicated Evolution of Running Apparel www.runnerclick.com Padded sports bras, liners in shorts, and toe socks, oh my! Has running apparel gotten a little complicated? Or has it evolved to make our lives easier? The Debate Over Shorts Shorts seem to be a hot topic among runners.

Naturally Up Your Game with Astaxanthin | Runnerclick

Naturally Up Your Game with Astaxanthin | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — By Sara Stover 0 Naturally Up Your Game with Astaxanthin www.runnerclick.com What is Astaxanthin? As an antioxidant, astaxanthin boasts an impressive list of health benefits that runners will appreciate. Astaxanthin is a keto-carotenoid that belongs to the terpenes class of chemical compounds and is a staple in the diet of Okinawans, the people group with the highest life expectancy on the planet.

The Soul Runner, Part 3 - Born of the Surf | Runnerclick

The Soul Runner, Part 3 - Born of the Surf | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — The Soul Runner, Part 3 - Born of the Surf www.runnerclick.com Into the best expression I Am of who I Am... Below these simple but profound words is a photo of the poet, catching a wave. These aren't just the outstretched arms of a surfer trying to find balance.

Lessons in Running, Lessons in Life - One Coach's Legacy | Runnerclick

Lessons in Running, Lessons in Life - One Coach's Legacy | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — If you're standing at the finish line of the Konawaena High School track and you look in the grass, you might see a faint trace of ashes scattered above the "Home of the Wildcats" banner. Patrick Stover scattered those ashes on a particularly drizzly afternoon this past March, just before track practice.

Green Habits to Protect Yourself and the Planet | Runnerclick

Green Habits to Protect Yourself and the Planet | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — Green Habits to Protect Yourself and the Planet www.runnerclick.com You make an effort to carry your gel wrappers home to dispose of properly after your long run. You bring that reusable bag you were given at last weekend's half marathon with you to the grocery market.

The Hapalua - Hawaii's Half Marathon | Runnerclick

The Hapalua - Hawaii's Half Marathon | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — The Hapalua - Hawaii's Half Marathon www.runnerclick.com Are you married to or dating one of those runners who plan the family vacations around a race? Although there can be disadvantages to this approach to getaways, there are plenty of destination races that will make walking around the race expo and going to bed at 7 pm the night before the race worth it!

Storms Can't Stop Love - A Boston Marathon Proposal | Runnerclick

Storms Can't Stop Love - A Boston Marathon Proposal | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — Storms Can't Stop Love - A Boston Marathon Proposal www.runnerclick.com Taking Back the Finish Line - The 2014 Boston Marathon My first Boston Marathon experience was bittersweet, and my then boyfriend, now husband knew it. I qualified for Boston at Philadelphia in 2012.

The Soul Runner, Part 2 - Nothing to Prove | Runnerclick

The Soul Runner, Part 2 - Nothing to Prove | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — The Soul Runner, Part 2 - Nothing to Prove www.runnerclick.com Let it Flow "Uncertainty is uncomfortable," my yoga instructor's words were well-timed, as I was trying to hold a less than comfortable variation of a side angle pose, which involved hugging my bent, front leg with both my arms. Not only was I uncertain that my arms could even bend that way, but I was also not comfortable with this bind I was in.

Letting the Bees Be: A Simple, Sustainable Approach to Bee Farming

Letting the Bees Be: A Simple, Sustainable Approach to Bee Farming

keolamagazine.com — Can bees smell fear, or is this a myth? The Bee Boys are the ones to ask, with their noses inches away from hundreds of wild honeybees on a daily basis. The Bee Boys are Kevin O'Connor and Ryan Williamson, and they are experts on the truth about honeybees and their impact on the economy and agriculture of Hawai'i Island.

Karen Bertasso is Olympic Marathon Trials Bound | Runnerclick

Karen Bertasso is Olympic Marathon Trials Bound | Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — Karen Bertasso is Olympic Marathon Trials Bound www.runnerclick.com The Olympic Marathon Trials is the race where it all goes down. It is here that the three men and three women who will run the marathon for the United States at the Olympic Games in Tokyo are chosen.

What to Do When Your Running Shoe is Discontinued

What to Do When Your Running Shoe is Discontinued

runnerclick.com — What to Do When Your Running Shoe is Discontinued www.runnerclick.com It's a match made in heaven. You and the perfect running shoes! You've finally found that pair of shoes that feels like it was made for your feet.

Preserving Natural Resources by Protecting Native Forests

Preserving Natural Resources by Protecting Native Forests

keolamagazine.com — When Maunaloa erupted in 1926, it was impossible to stop the lava from destroying much of the forest found within what is the modern-day Kona Hema Preserve. Stopping bulldozers and building plans from taking their toll on the forest, however, is not only possible, it's integral to preserving Hawai'i Island's natural resources.

Prevent Sunburn & Bug Bites for Your Best Summer Yet

Prevent Sunburn & Bug Bites for Your Best Summer Yet

beeboys.org — It's officially summer, a season we look forward to all year! From cookouts and fireworks, to camping and beach days, everyone seems to slow down a little more, and spend a lot more time outside.

Western States Stand-Out Matt Daniels Runnerclick

Western States Stand-Out Matt Daniels Runnerclick

runnerclick.com — Western States Stand-Out Matt Daniels www.runnerclick.com On Saturday, June 29th, professional ultra runner and Nike elite trail athlete Matt Daniels crossed the finish line of the legendary Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run in fourth place!
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