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Laura Matsen Ko @ US Cyclocross Nationals 2019

December 10, 2019 by David Longdon Leave a Comment

Laura Matsen Ko

Laura Matsen Ko was a founding member of the Women's cycling team at Whitman College circa 2004. After a break that included becoming an orthopedic surgeon, she recently rediscovered cycling, and a particular talent for cyclocross. Her first cyclocross race ever was this year's MFG Cyclocross Series at Magnuson Park, and she's been advancing through the ranks at a noteworthy … [Read more...] about Laura Matsen Ko @ US Cyclocross Nationals 2019

Grand Ridge Trail Runs 2019

November 18, 2019 by David Longdon Leave a Comment

Evergreen's team include Katie, Maudie, and Porter

Saturday's Grand Ridge Trail Runs hosted by Evergreen Trail Runs was well-attended with 400 folks running 5k, half-marathon, and 50k distances. To celebrate his 50th year, Brad Hefta-Gaub has been working on a goal of completing 50 ultras in 2019, and the Grand Ridge 50k was ultra number 49. Prior to the race he mentioned that his stretch goal is 52 ultras, and expressed … [Read more...] about Grand Ridge Trail Runs 2019

Giving Your Best Effort

October 8, 2019 by Trisha Steidl Leave a Comment

Coach Trisha Steidl

Heading into a race, we often have time or place goals like a Boston qualifier, a top 5 age group finish, or a personal best time. Despite putting in the proper training and having a focused taper and peak, there’s far more to having a great race day than just the preparation. There are many things out of our control that also impact the outcome of a race, such as work stress, … [Read more...] about Giving Your Best Effort

Cross Revolution @ Sprinker Park 2019

October 7, 2019 by David Longdon Leave a Comment

Grinding through some of the sand pits required balance and power.

Although last week's MFG Cyclocross event at Silver Lake near Everett was dry, yesterday's Cross Revolution event at Sprinker Park near Parkdale, WA, was the first bonafide bluebird day of this year's 'cross season. With a fresh layer of snow, Mt Rainier dominated the view to the southeast. Check out Northwest in Motion's photo … [Read more...] about Cross Revolution @ Sprinker Park 2019

Tabatha Collins: “Why do I run?”

September 5, 2019 by David Longdon Leave a Comment

Running on Mt. Townsend, one of their favorite spots in the Olympics, with Summit the dog.

1. It’s when I feel most alive. 2. Movement nourishes the mind, body, and soul. It allows my thoughts to freely move within me, providing me with answers, creative ideas, reflection. My mind just works better after a run. 3. It is a detox that helps fight off personal demons; keeps me feeling “happy” and helps curb depressed thoughts and feelings; allows me to forget … [Read more...] about Tabatha Collins: “Why do I run?”

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