I first heard about Gnarly while participating in the Two Hearted 50K. The race director was a hardcore Gnarly fan and had it at all of the aid stations. At the time, I was using a different liquid calorie that was favored by many runners I knew, but it wasn’t right for me.
A successful piece of gear does its job and reduces distraction. I used to use a pair of cheap sunglasses that I picked up at some store. Since discovering GoodR Sunglasses, I have realized how important it is to have comfort, even in the smallest pieces of gear.
When it comes to running, there are no “one size fits all” options. Everyone has different preferences for what works for them and what they enjoy. Fueling long runs is no different. But with all the choices out there, it can be hard to know where to get started.
Take a run through Island Lake Recreation Area at Trivium’s Winter Trail Fest – East Side. Enjoy a scenic 5 mile or 13.1 mile trail run through one of Michigan’s recreation areas. After participating in the 2020 Winter Trail Fest (WTF) in Yankee Springs, I was excited to hit the trails again with this brand …
It was almost 7 in the morning. I stood on a dirt road in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by 49 other runners. The race director was explaining what to expect on the course. Then, for a brief moment, silence. Ready. Set. Go.
Sport your favorite pair of antlers and trot this festive 5k race. I had been looking forward to this race all year. After all, who doesn’t want to run like a reindeer? Hosted at Fortitude Outdoor, this race offers a challenging course and lots of fun.
Mid-Michigan is not known for challenging terrain. Finding some trails to really push yourself as a runner or hiker can be difficult, but there is one hidden gem; Woldumar Nature Center. Woldumar Nature Center is located in Lansing, Michigan. It is a nonprofit organization, founded in 1963, with a mission to educate…