Hainesport 12hr 2026, Ultra Running, Ultra Training

Month 1: Training for Hainesport 12hr Endurance Run

Shew! 4 weeks of strength workouts, yoga, weekly long runs, and recovery. Felt great to get back out there and consistently show up for my weekly long run. I’ve gotten in the habit of strength and yoga, but runs have been off the radar for me. Slowly getting back to it. Day by day. Week… Continue reading Month 1: Training for Hainesport 12hr Endurance Run

Kevin's Rule, Mini Retirement

Mini Retirement 2024: The Ultimate Southeast USA Roadtrip

35 days on our epic Southeast USA road trip, and it's been an unforgettable journey! From our hometown of Philadelphia, PA, we've explored the beauty of Southeast USA, covering: Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, and Tennessee. Our straight-throughs for the trip were cafes, stickers, and cheap long sleeves. Our way of getting… Continue reading Mini Retirement 2024: The Ultimate Southeast USA Roadtrip

Lifestyle, Mindfulness

Daily Life of the Modern Monk

Real growth comes from sitting down and thinking about life. Starting from our inner world (thoughts, feelings, behavior)... Working toward our outer world (living situation, job, hobbies, relationships, daily routine) To start, I asked myself: what fulfills me? SAVERS morning routine Gardening and plant care Cozy coffee/tea time Yoga flows and strength training Family walks… Continue reading Daily Life of the Modern Monk

Ultra Running, Ultra Training, Workout Programs

Pull Push Day for Ultra Runners + Weekly Workout Plan

Run an ultra a year. Doable? Totally. But it's gonna take major dedication. I'm not gonna wake up tomorrow and bang out 32 miles. I've been putting up zero miles for months. So just gonna slowly work my weekly mileage back up. Week-to-week type shit. That's part of the fun. It's a daunting place to… Continue reading Pull Push Day for Ultra Runners + Weekly Workout Plan

Movement, Ultra Running, Ultra Training

3 Proven Ultra-Running Principles + Simple Training Plan

No overthinking, just proven methods: Your 3 proven principles: 10% mileage bump each week 1 speed + 1 long run (official training) 3 weeks up, 1 week deload (time on feet) Base building (8+ weeks): 2 runs/week, 1 hour each Walk/runs (no pressure, just movement) Building the habit and routine back Getting body ready for… Continue reading 3 Proven Ultra-Running Principles + Simple Training Plan

Mindfulness, Relationships

Being Vulnerable vs Emotional Dumping: Spot the Toxic Shift

There's a fine line between being vulnerable and "emotional dumping." While vulnerability builds bridges, emotional dumping can actually burn them down. The Key Difference: Awareness vs. Overwhelm Authentic Connection (Vulnerability): This is a two-way street. It involves sharing your feelings while remaining aware of the other person's capacity to listen. You might ask, "I’ve had a really hard day, do you… Continue reading Being Vulnerable vs Emotional Dumping: Spot the Toxic Shift