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Random Run Chat: Life; Mohican 100; Athletic Brewing Company brew I'm registered for Mohican 100, which is on June 1st. I feel excited about the race, but also the preparation. Physically and mentally, I'm in a good spot to take on another 100 miler. Burning River 100 was last summer. These two races are about a year apart. I've done a 50 miler and 50k since then. There are several reasons behind wanting to do this race this year. One of my reasons is to continue to work hard and consistently towards my long-term goal of finishing Badwater 135. I'm getting in those consecutive 100 mile distances and focusing on dialing in the smaller details. When it comes my time to apply, I'll be 110% ready. During my journey to finishing Mohican, I plan on doing a 50 miler. Probably in March because Stephen has an ultramarathon in April. May is too close to June, I want to have a proper taper. I was considering Glacier Ridge Trail 50 Miler in May, but yeah, it's only 3 weeks from Mohican. I might volunteer at GRT again. I'll probably also share my other "why's" behind Mohican 100. https://lnkd.in/ejSYRUHZ Thanks for following along! Happy running! #finishstrongermindsetcoaching #ultrarunning #ultrarunner #ultrarunninglife #ultratrail #ultratraining #100miletraining #ultramarathon #trailrunner #trailandultra #ultrarunnermindset #ultrarunnermentaltoughness #ultrarunnermentalhealth #iloverunning #runningmotivation #motherrunner #stravarun #runtoinspire #RunYourWorld #happyrunner #happyrunning #ultrarunningmom #ultrarunningtips #runmore

Start with a warmup set to ensure your booty gets bigger 🍑 Warmup sets make sure your booty won't get hurt in action 🍑 Please buckle in and warmup for safety 😃 #onlinefitnesscoach #biggerbutt #glutes #onlinetrainer #benmeyerfitness

Happy National Acorn Squash Day! 🙌 Acorn squash is a fall favorite, perfect for roasting, stuffing, or turning into a cozy soup. But how do you know if your squash is still fresh? 🤔 Don’t let a bad squash ruin your dish — check out my simple guide on how to tell if a squash is past its prime before you start cooking: https://buff.ly/3z6Bd85 What’s your favorite way to enjoy acorn squash? Let me know in the comments! 👇 #JOZmahal #NationalAcornSquashDay #SquashSeason #FallFlavors #CookingTips

You know when you see something that re-affirms everything you’ve been thinking? Deep in the rainforest of Costa Rica I saw this. When jungle pickleball is a thing, I know I’ve landed in the right biz! Thx Jakob and Adam! #pickleballpopups #pickleball #teamwork #newbusinessdevelopment #enfuego #celebexperts

Kicking off family day with these two young lads at Golf Play. Enjoy the day everyone :-) Today is a good day, to make it a great day. Let’s go! #familyday #golf #moments #fun #ontario #family #kids #transportation #trucking #logistics #supplychainmanagement #supplychain #wellingtongroupofcompanies

Even if you are overwhelmed with planning, you can still: 1. Pack smartly by listing essentials 2. Plan a flexible itinerary 3. Make the most of your time by prioritizing activities. The barrier to entry has never been lower. And tiny steps compound over time. Experience our Horseback Trail Rides! 🌄🐴 #TravelTips #OutdoorGetaway #RVresort #horseback #trailrides #Pickleball #Foodie #Riogrande

This year's Women's Head of the River 🚣♀️ is tomorrow when some 2,000 women will grab their oars and race down the Thames from Chiswick Bridge to Putney. All ages and all abilities. One this unites them all - what to eat 🍲before the start time of 3.30 pm. Enough to cope with the race itself not to mention the boat rigging, queuing on the water and rowing back again. A massive total calorie expenditure. Carbohydrates are the go-to food of choice here as the body can quickly break it down to make ATP, or ⚡️ cellular energy. While eating too much protein, fibre or fat will slow down digestion and can lead to bloating and discomfort during the race🤢. So a full meal at lunch is probably not the best option. A good breakfast though is critical, boosted with a pre-boating snack. Remember the body can store between 1,500 to 2,000 calories as glycogen and even the trimmest of us has plenty of fat stores to draw on. Ideas for good breakfasts and snacks are: 🍜Cereal and milk 🍞Toast and nut butter* 🍲Oatmeal or porridge 🍌Fruit ⚡️Energy bar 🧆Dried fruit *make sure you have at least 90-120 minutes to digest the nuts before racing #wehorr #rowingheads #racing #preracefood #headrace #headoftheriver #womensheadoftheriver #mastersrowing #endurancesport #womensrowing #mastersheadoftheriver

https://lnkd.in/dUxUsZuy " "Why did the golfer bring an extra pair of pants to the course? In case he got a hole in one! #GolfHumor #HoleInOne #ParForTheCourse #TeeTime #Fore #GolfJokes #FairwayLaughs #GolfPuns #PutteringAround #BirdieBuddies"

Why is it called pickleball? Over the past few weeks, I have had the privilege of reconnecting with old friends and have told them that I work for Short Court Sports, a custom pickleball paddle company. The most common response I have received is, “why is it called pickleball?” The story I love to share is the one about a dog named Pickles. The co-founder loved playing with his dog Pickles and realized how nice it was when Pickles would go retrieve his balls during a game. He wanted to dedicate the sport to his dog, so that’s how the sport got its name “pickleball”. There is no truth to that story, but everyone loves a good dog story, right? The co-founders told that story to an interviewer, and the story blew up. They later came out and explained that the story was not true. The real reason it is called pickleball is because Joan Pritchard, wife of the co-founder Joel Pritchard, stated the term came from “pickle boat”, which is a rowing term that includes all leftover crew members. However, controversy arose in the town because the Pritchards did have a dog named Pickles, and the town was not sure what story to believe. Joel Pritchard had to later explain that pickleball was created three years before Pickles was born. I will still continue to tell the tale of Pickles, but it is always good to know the real facts. The next time someone brings up pickleball, you will have a story to share!  #ShortCourtSundays 

No more growling at the bowl! Here's how to help your dog relax around their bowl. . . . . #CalmCanine #RelaxedEating #DogTrainingTips #HappyMealtime #NoMoreGrowls #PeacefulPup #DogBehaviorTips #PawsitiveTraining