Running 100 miles on snow (never mind punchy! and sandy! snow) is a mind-blowing feat. I don't think I could ever willingly take something like this on - though, the middle of the night Aurora show is pretty appealing. Congrats on an incredible run through challenging conditions and shin hiccups. I hope you heal quickly!
Jill, this is an incredible report and effort. You inspire me for my Hardrock training. WM100 sounds miserable to me because of the cold and the need for so many layers, and your finish time is impressive. My last HiLo100 took 35+ hours and RRR100 32+, and I wasn't having any of the struggles you faced in that arctic environment. I'll link to your story in my next newsletter. Congrats! But your choice of book sounds weirdly dark to me :-) ... if I listen to an audiobook for an ultra-distance run, I keep it light (think, beach read). I recommend music and podcasts!
Thanks, Sarah! You're right— the book was a dark subject for a dark, cold night but fascinating. I do enjoy more lighthearted podcasts—"Strangerville" (a storytelling podcast out of Salt Lake City) and "I Hate It But I Love It," in which two Canadian women rip apart beloved movies.
Always good to feel the pain. Persevere through the suffering and reach the finish Line. Just to BE out there in the REAL world Surviving.. Gaining strength for what this other daily life throws at us.you Finished You are a Winner.
Beautifully written. I hope your recovery is going well.
Incredible & inspirational! What an adventure. Thanks for sharing, Jill!
Running 100 miles on snow (never mind punchy! and sandy! snow) is a mind-blowing feat. I don't think I could ever willingly take something like this on - though, the middle of the night Aurora show is pretty appealing. Congrats on an incredible run through challenging conditions and shin hiccups. I hope you heal quickly!
Thank you! There are rewards to being out all night during the winter in Alaska.
Jill, this is an incredible report and effort. You inspire me for my Hardrock training. WM100 sounds miserable to me because of the cold and the need for so many layers, and your finish time is impressive. My last HiLo100 took 35+ hours and RRR100 32+, and I wasn't having any of the struggles you faced in that arctic environment. I'll link to your story in my next newsletter. Congrats! But your choice of book sounds weirdly dark to me :-) ... if I listen to an audiobook for an ultra-distance run, I keep it light (think, beach read). I recommend music and podcasts!
Thanks, Sarah! You're right— the book was a dark subject for a dark, cold night but fascinating. I do enjoy more lighthearted podcasts—"Strangerville" (a storytelling podcast out of Salt Lake City) and "I Hate It But I Love It," in which two Canadian women rip apart beloved movies.
Your photos of the sky are exquisite! And the pace of 15 minute miles is pretty fast in such conditions. Cheers to you! Mark from lovely Ouray.
Always good to feel the pain. Persevere through the suffering and reach the finish Line. Just to BE out there in the REAL world Surviving.. Gaining strength for what this other daily life throws at us.you Finished You are a Winner.
Wow
Great race, and wonderfully written report! Congratulations on the finish, I hope you are resting and healing up well.
You are so resilient! Congratulations on finishing another White Mtns 100!
Wow , this is incredible! Well done. And the photos are great !