Chris' Ultra Blog

A blog by a guy named Chris who writes about running. Usually trail running--often at the ultramarathon distance. See you on the trails.

"Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go." -T.S. Eliot
"Pain is inevitable; suffering is optional." -Dalai Lama
"The human foot is a masterpiece of engineering and a work of art." -Leonardo da Vinci

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Alaska Cruise, then Flu, then Pneumonia!

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Just as I was getting into good running shape again, I went on a 7-day Holland America  Alaskan cruise . The cruise was wonderful. Great sig...
Thursday, July 31, 2025

Three 5Ks in Three Weeks

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After a tough end to 2024 (plantar fasciitis from Oct-Dec), and a rough start to 2025 (COVID in January, bronchitis in March), I finally got...
Friday, April 25, 2025

Morrissey Park Parkrun: Free 5K Every Saturday!

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I always dreamed of having free park runs all over the US like they do around much of the rest of the world. Wouldn't it be cool to hav...
Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Sandy Memorial Run #19

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Lake of the Woods Sangamon River My sister Sandy passed away 19 years ago on April 22. I have a tradition that I follow each year on Earth D...
Sunday, April 20, 2025

Allerton Trail Half-Marathon: 20 Minutes Slower!

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I'm behind superman.  Last weekend I ran the Allerton trail half-marathon . It's a nice trail race close to home. It's also a go...
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I am a vegetarian Ⓥ ultrarunner. Usually run trails. Finished 113 ultra/marathons. Longest was 303 miles!
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