In large part to running the Burning River 100 Miler on 22-23 August (in 29:27:22!), I logged the most running miles in August than any other month in recent history, and also accumulated more total hours of training than previous months. After the Burning River 100 Miler, I experienced noticeable numbness in my left foot (due to tying my shoelaces too tight! not unheard of in ultrarunners) — as of 5 September, my left toes are still little tingly, but improving. I ran a very light 3-mile jog on Sunday, 30 August, so felt recovered enough one week after the 100 Miler to run again. In September, I am going to prioritize weight lifting and yoga over running.

August 2020:

• 46.8 hours of training (~1.5 hours/day)

• 187.3 miles of running (~6.04 miles/day)

• 22 activities:

  • 13 runs

  • 3 yoga sessions

  • 1 work-out

  • 5 weight-lifting sessions

July 2020:

• 38 hours of training (~1.2 hours/day)

• 66.8 miles of running (~2.15 miles/day)

• 53 activities:

  • 13 runs

  • 4 yoga sessions

  • 12 rucking sessions (usually with 30 lbs or 40 lbs; either outside or on treadmill)

  • 7 weight-lifting sessions

  • 5 cycling sessions (Peloton)

  • 12 meditations

In the picture(s) below, you can also see how my average Resting Heart Rate (RHR) declined after the Burning River 100 Miler (on a Saturday and Sunday)!