Well fellow runners, I'm on the eve of my month long trip to Colorado and as many of you know includes running in Hardrock 100… which I've been assured isn't too different from the firecracker run this coming Saturday. I would just like to give thanks for the well wishes I have received from all…

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Kara Goucher is the leading female marathoner in the U.S. right now, and will be trying to mix it up with the East Africans in Berlin at Sunday's IAAF World Championships.  She talks about adopting a more East African style of training and racing that involves less tracking of miles and pacing and more "enjoyment of the…

Aloha Athletes: This will be the final opportunity to get out for a preview of the Maunawili Out and Back course.  Last weekend, we had groups starting from both ends of the trail and at several different times.  I expect this week will be the same.  For those wanting the closest-to-race experience will be starting…

John, Cheryl and Mike: Guess I don't get to say 'Aloha' any more. I was hoping you guys would pass my sincere thanks along to the HURT gang for the past three years.  I only had addresses for you guys and I'm not sure how to post to the HURT blog.  I can only figure…

Reading stuff about plyometrics.  Can't figure out if it is BS.  Any advice?  Nick