Yeah they freak me out quite a bit because I’ve heard them scream before. The hairs on my skin raised. It’s a crazy sound that the body instinctively knows to get away from!

I’m so glad it could be helpful. It’s all part of this sport and I know it sucks but in a few weeks you’ll probably look back and laugh at it all. It happens to the best in the world too! Good luck shaking it off and getting back out there!!

Couldn’t agree more!

Good to know! I’ve only heard their call in the dark when I was a backpacking guide. Scared the heck out of me😂

Didn’t a mountain lion just kill a young man who was hiking with his brother a few months ago?

@Kelly_Ben Not sure. I don’t listen to any news for that reason😂

@@Kelly_Ben they were collecting antlers and were killed by a young mountain lion, easy mistake for a young mountain lion to make. they dont go for humans.

It’s a must!! Great trail with awesome views.

For bikers it’s a dream come true hill to climb. I prefer to mountain bike down it!!

Yay!! Thanks so much for watching.

Mt. Lemmon is full of great trails!!

I’m so very glad you have built your dream life. So many folks don’t even know how to dream anymore, much less pursue it. Wishing all your ultra dreams the best too!!

You’ve got a good thing going!! That’s how running started for me. I look forward to getting back to the root of it and finding the silence again. I’ve loved being a student of the sport but I’ve learned enough from the noise. Time to bow out! You’re a luck one to have the ability to separate your hobbies from obsession. That’s a talent!!

Yeah it’s just so silly but so easy to do and not even realize 😂

It’s always an adventure first! Not a whole lot of dough at all which hopefully keeps the good vibes going and the post race shenanigans alive and well. That’s one of the best parts of this sport for sure!

@@VIVSVIBE i like the Midpacker podcast with troy meadows, which gives a much broader view of the trail running community. It isnt focused almost solely on "elites" and races like DBo's and Corrine Malcolm's respective podcasts.

@ricodelavega4511 That kind of diversity is great!! My favorite parts of the livestreams are when the back of the pack is highlighted and those storylines surface. Thanks for sharing, I’ll have to check those out!

I’m so glad it could give you a good laugh!

I started running with a watch that only timed how long my run was, not the distance or pace. I wasn’t on Strava for most of my running years. I think going back to the “good ole days” is the way to go for a bit. Bummer to hear about the contact dermatitis but I’m happy it led to some fun new discoveries!!

Whoot whoot!! Silly how we put pressure on ourselves when no one is expecting anything of us😂

That is fascinating! I really thought a weekend and a couple solid nights of sleep would fix it, but I realize now (thank goodness) it was a far bigger issue than that could ever remedy. I didn't realize it was something that could be quantified/identified with signs like that. Very neat! I'm very thankful to be on the path toward rest and rejuvenation so I can return to running with pizzazz! I'm glad we can pursue our priorities together and learn from each other. I think writing things down gave me a clear picture and made it easy to see where my time was going. I can't argue with that and it sure helps me be more honest with myself.

Thanks for being here!!

I love what you call moving meditation! I’ve heard distance sports called meditation but I’m a sucker for alliteration… as well as a good analogy (restful sleep vs restless) I might just have to use it! I love that you bring a biking perspective as well, you’re full of wisdom and a fresh way to look at things.

I believe it was somewhere in the 10’s

Running it in two weeks. Any advice ?

@@coachcarleigh Have fun and keep the body temp as cool as possible! The heat is the only thing that makes it tricky.

Of course! Keeping it real is all I know how to do😂

It’s so fun learning new things and changing things up sometimes. Good luck with the running reboot!!

Just like walking but a little faster!!

@@VIVSVIBE Not at all Lol

Very neat! Good luck with the 50k, that sounds like fun. My sleep score is usually pretty bad on the road. That’s probably the hardest part about training on the road.

Once they are on, you have the hardest part out of the way!

I’m so glad to have your uplifting comments back in the chat! What a neat occupation and a great way to train AND get paid. That’s another way I like to look at things!! Stoked for you at another attempt at Jay Peak, you’ll rock it. Heal up quick!! 🤗

Stairs going down are not my favorite!

The dynamic and flexible part is key I’ve found as well. If I can hold my training a bit lighter, it’s usually way more fun and I get more!! Glad you’re here and we can work and train through it together 💪

I feel that way too as well! It seems like I’m the only one but I know it’s not true. So fun to hear from someone else in the same shoes!!

That’s a killer goal to shoot for! Good luck and run like the wind. 💪

Lets both!

Shoot that’s a big fat bummer but with a solid taper week, hopefully it’ll be good to go! Ice ice baby is what I would do and maybe walk instead of run most of the week leading up to the 50k. Hope it heals up quickly!!

@@VIVSVIBE Thank you!!

Here’s to the cringe moments!! 😂 Those days of quiet have been so life giving for me lately. God is the only way to true peace in my life. I’m thankful you know it well too!

Go get ‘em with that 100 miler!!

@@VIVSVIBE my body is asking for a break, but I'm sure I'll give it my best shot. Thanks for sharing your video I loved it

I’m so glad I could provide the words right now for your training! Keep committing to putting those shoes on and getting out the door, even if it means cutting the run short. Stay strong and listen to your body, you’ve got this!!! 💪

It’s not always seamless and I certainly question myself sometimes but it usually ends up making great memories and leads me to fun experiences. Thank you for your kind words and encouragement! I love that we get to go after dreams together!! ✨

Falling is absolutely a part of this sport. When I rode dirt bikes we’d say, if you’re not falling, you’re not going fast enough. I’ve brought that into trail racing as well! Thanks for the love, happy trails 💕

I fall probably one out of 2 trail runs! 😂 You’re not alone!

Heck yes!!!!!! 🎉 Black Canyon is so much fun. You’ll have a blast. Keep up the hard work and go crush it!

Lower HR and slower pace through the summer months is a good place to start. What that pace will be in the heat is hard to say. I usually recommend basing your pace LESS on the number on your watch and more on rate of perceived effort (RPE). Through the summer, aim to keep the long runs easy (low RPE) and as it gets closer to March (your marathon) and the weather starts to cool down, you can start integrating some negative split/tempo workouts into the training! Good luck with your next marathon and if you ever want more structure and direction for training, I’d love to work with you one on one!!

Thank you Vivian! i really appreciate your help! yea i been trying run my long runs slower this time of year as later this week in myrtle beach we will have 3 days that are gonna be 90 degrees with 82 percent humidity and 81 degrees at 5 am in morning 100 percent humidity. Im running tommarow morning its gonna be cooler 75 degrees i will be so glad when fall gets here. The frustrating thing about the myrtle beach marathon is you train all winter in cold weather and when March rolls around we seem get heat spell. Last 4 races i have done have been 60-70 degrees with 95 percent humidity, all my faster times have been in the cold in my training lol. My marathon PR is 4 hours and 1 min done in march 2019, before i started using garmin gps i was using fitbit and not worrying about pace and gps. I have not come close to 4 hours since. My half pr is 1 hr 44 min done in 2021, havent come close since. I feel like ever since i got my garmin watch 2021 my running has went down and i stress and worry about pace and gps to much. Maybe i need do most my runs 10 -10 30 min paces and fast stuff only once week. I also strength train 5 sets 5 reps heavy bench pressing and squats barbell. Do you think heavy bench pressing can slow u down also as runner? I enjoy lifting weights also but i wonder if its hurting my running also lifting heavy upper body. Thank you again Vivian! for the tips and offering to help me for my marathon training because it has been frustrating last 4-5 years and no PR even though im putting in the work.

@SuperTreybo The heavy sets in strength training are usually helpful when done 2-3 times a week. Consider taping you watch or putting it in your pack where you can see it but can still track your stats. Run by feel, mixing in 1-2 speedier days, and see if that improves things.

I’m glad it could be helpful as well as entertaining! Life will always be in the way of training if it’s not a priority but knowing how to balance it all can get out of wack sometimes too. After years of this I’m learning I was a bit on the overdoing it side of the spectrum trying to fit it all in. Now I see I can say no to a few more things, train and still live life… just a bit more rested😂

Then you might just have the right balance!! Good on ya!

My whole definition of rest has changed since this video!! It’s made a huge difference. Funny how I THOUGHT I was resting. Learning what that looks like for me now and it’s awesome!

Thank you!! 🤍

They’re super fun to make!!