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Training tips, race reports, and honest advice from the trails of Broad Run, Virginia.

The 3-Week Marathon Taper: What to Do (and What to Stop Doing)

Your training is done — now don't blow it in the final stretch. Here's exactly how to taper for peak performance on race day, including the workouts, the nutrition shifts, and the mental game.

Feb 15, 2026·8 min read

Race Reports

Bull Run Run 50M Race Report: 50 Miles Through Our Backyard

My race report from the 2025 Bull Run Run 50-miler — the highs, the lows, and the mile-42 crisis of faith on Bull Run Mo...

Jan 28, 2026·12 min read

Nutrition

What to Eat Before, During, and After Your Long Run

Stop bonking at mile 16. A no-nonsense fueling guide for long runs — from the night-before dinner to the post-run recove...

Jan 12, 2026·6 min read

Recovery

Foam Rolling Won't Fix You (But Here's What Will)

Foam rolling feels good, but the science on its recovery benefits is thin. Here's what actually works for recovery — and...

Dec 20, 2025·5 min read

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