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

Saturday, January 3, 2026

Running Goals for 2026

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Holy cow! I am glad 2025 is over. It was not a good year for me and my running. Excited to start 2026 fresh, healthy, and happy. No injuries...
Thursday, January 1, 2026

Did I Achieve my 2025 Running Goals?

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They achieved their goals.  Back in early January 2025, I announced my running goals for the year. They seemed reasonable. Did I meet thos...
Wednesday, December 31, 2025

Tally of 2025 Races

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2025 has been a terrible year for my running. Too many illnesses and running injuries. But I still managed to finish a few races. In fact, I...
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...
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I am a vegetarian Ⓥ ultrarunner. Usually run trails. Finished 113 ultra/marathons. Longest was 303 miles!
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