This is going to be my motto for the race. Darin and Micheal spotted this as they perused the shops in Silverton. I have been tapering pretty well since my last post. We did the 4th of July 5K here in Silverton, climbed the backside of Handies, scouted Virginia's and did a few runs here and there. I really needed to give my body the rest it needed. I didn't realize how tired my legs were until they weren't tired anymore.
I have now seen or run every pass on the course and I know I can get over all of them without too much panic. There will be some anxiety but I am going to use that as fuel to get my butt moving. Darin is ready for the challenge and we are giving him a good ribbing about being out on the course for over 24 hours and not even getting to run 100 miles. I am not sure he is finding the humor in it all but it's definitely fuel for him which in turn will benefit me, he, he, he.
Am I still scared? Hell Yes! These are some big mountains. There is very little snow on the course which will be helpful for me mentally. Now all I have to do is stay on course.
So let's get this two day party started! You can follow the runners at. http://www.hardrock100.com/ We start tomorrow at 6 am!
I died laughing when I read the shirt!! Kick some butt! and I'll be cheering for you and watching online! Know that someone in Oregon is rooting for you!!(along with others).
ReplyDeleteI am just so excited for you!!!!!! What a superbly awesome adventure!
ReplyDeleteThis is a popular saying around my household for obvious reasons. Since you have been in CO, I became a Grandfather. How did I get that old? You can distract yourself by checking the photos at http://cascadetrailrunning.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteGood luck, have fun, enjoy the scenery, and kick butt!
ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh YES It's TIME Ronda, ENJOY it...YOU are Ready !!
ReplyDeleteNow go "Rock it Hard" Baby for the next 2 days :-) will be following you online and sending you good vibes from FL.
Good luck, Ronda. I will be watching and cheering you on. Go girl!
ReplyDeleteYou put the time in – Trained hard – And now ready to kick ass.
ReplyDeleteCan’t wait to see what you do to this course.
I'm so excited for you! And way to conquer your fears by facing them head on! Those passes do look scary, but you know how to handle them now. I know you'll do great!
ReplyDeleteTake care and have a blast!
Cynthia
Probably to late for you to read this but "Go Ronda!" All I am doing is a measly 50k.
ReplyDeleteBest of Luck! Just stick with Skaggs for the first half and then kick it in. ;)
ReplyDeleteJust checked in (race weekend) - go girl!! You be wearing them big girl panties well!!!
ReplyDeletethose were some BIG GIRL "SECOND PLACE" Panties!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeletedamnnnn goood race!
Way to ROCK that Course Ronda, HUGE COngrats you did SOOOOO Awesome!!
Can't wait to read your story
Congratulations! Nice run out there!!! You should be super excited with how you did. I look forward to reading your report!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on a very impressive run, Ronda! Was that not the coolest 100 miler?!!! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat, great race, Ronda!!
ReplyDeleteI am not surprised you did so well given your planning, preparation and positive, focused attitude. I enjoyed "watching" you move up in the standings and can't wait for your report---they are always the best and so inspiring! Hope you are feeling good and enjoying the glow!
Congratulations.
Congratulations! 100 @ Altitude. Wow!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on an amazing finish. I enjoyed watching your progress during the race. You are a machine full of heart and motivation. Very inspiring and can't wait to read your report.
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