Trail Sisters
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A community of women inspiring others to lead healthy lifestyles while adventuring outdoors and protecting Earth's playgrounds. Our mission is to increase women's participation and opportunity in trail running through inspiration, education and empowerment.
Trail Sisters
19h ago
A few times a year, the stars align, and I find myself knee deep in an assignment with an athlete who is fortunate to have an incredibly well-rounded team along for the ride. And let’s be honest, having a full-time chef feeding the principal athlete and team is a luxury not everyone has. I am […]
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Trail Sisters
19h ago
I now can put this incident in perspective and, in the bigger scheme of things, be grateful for my health and my body and the magic of modern medicine. In that moment, though (and a lot of the moments that followed) it felt pretty dark...
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Trail Sisters
19h ago
While there are many reasons people get into trail running, there’s also simply a unique dynamic among those who have been running for years. Running is a passion and part of our identity rather than something we’re doing for fitness or status.
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Trail Sisters
1w ago
I have always just “dealt” with the feeling of being trapped under a blanket that’s tied down with bricks. Running away from the starkness of February is no simple task. The warm blanket of despair and hopelessness is wrapped in negative self talk and withdrawal and isolation.
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Trail Sisters
1w ago
The Pacific Crest Trail traverses the mountain ranges of California, Oregon, and Washington State (Sierra and Cascade Ranges)...
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Trail Sisters
1w ago
Is it that freedom feels like racing the downhill sections with airplane arms outstretched? That it feels like exploring the natural world in a childlike way, pointing out the wild flowers and butterflies with pure joy?
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Trail Sisters
2w ago
Let's face it, I have no business being on the bike trainer at all. See, my primary sport is trail running and I run ultras which gives me plenty of cardio and outdoor time...
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Trail Sisters
2w ago
Being an entrepreneur and active woman isn't for the faint of heart, but neither are we, right? As we navigate the crazy rollercoaster of life, let's remember to cut ourselves some slack, lean on our tribe, and keep chasing those dreams.
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Trail Sisters
3w ago
As I write this reflection, I’m in late-phase recovery. I’m not running yet, but I can hike and bike a little. When I return to running, I know I will face the voices in my head telling me to be careful and trying to talk me out of attempting technical trails.
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Trail Sisters
3w ago
We choose some hard things- like running races- and others, we are given- like a diagnosis. We continue to find ways to make it through the challenging moments. What I have learned is that amazing feats can be accomplished with the love and support of others.
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