At a time when training plans are available freely on the internet, when Generative AI will soon provide customized plan based on vast amounts of training log data, why would you bother reading a book about “running your first ultra”? I read this book back in 2018, as I signed up for my first 50K […]
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Coach’s Corner – What is My Watch Telling Me?
Most runners these days have some version of a smartwatch. These watches are amazingtechnological innovations and can track are heartrate, mileage, elevation, as well as plentymore. They also can tell us how we slept, if we are ready to train, and approximate our V02Max (an aerobic capacity measurement). Or can they? No matter what your […]
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Coach’s Corner – All About That Base
For an aerobic sport, such as running, building our base is the one of the most importantaspects of our training. Building an aerobic base takes time and a lot of easy miles.There is currently a trend in talking about “Zone 2” training and how important it is. … Read More... about Coach’s Corner – All About That Base
Book of the Month: Training for the Uphill Athlete by Steve House, Scott Johnston and Kilian Jornet
"Training for the Uphill Athlete"... Shouldn't that be a must read for all of us? I've ran trails for a handful of years and I only recently put my hands on this book, so it may not be a must, but if you are looking to go one step deeper into the understanding … Read More... about Book of the Month: Training for the Uphill Athlete by Steve House, Scott Johnston and Kilian Jornet
Member Highlight – Wendy and Sarah
After Maggie and Mark and Casey and Matt, we're continuing the series of Duos with the roomies Wendy Burchett and Sarah Slagle. Wendy and Sarah are among the most bubbly, positive, welcoming people you can dream of and I hope you'll enjoy getting to learn … Read More... about Member Highlight – Wendy and Sarah
2024 Mountain Running Fest Recap
DPMR just wrapped up the amazing and fun first year of the Mountain Running Fest, a celebration of trail and mountain running in the greater Truckee & North Tahoe area. We are bias, but we think it was 12 of the best days of mountain/trail/ultra running! … Read More... about 2024 Mountain Running Fest Recap
Book of the Month: Sierra Trail Runs by Dan Patitucci, Janine Patitucci, Hjördis Rickert and Kim Strom
The recent snow melt has us dreaming of big summer adventures and pushing ourselves in the beautiful Sierras. The Eastern Sierra offer incredible trails only a few hours from the Truckee-Tahoe area and make for a perfect destination for short, long or … Read More... about Book of the Month: Sierra Trail Runs by Dan Patitucci, Janine Patitucci, Hjördis Rickert and Kim Strom
Member Highlight – Sarah Portman
During winter months, Sarah is a familiar sight on the roads of Tahoe Donner, tackling her daily run regardless of the weather. I first met Sarah during the 2021 Newbie runs, which led to our regular attendance at weekly social runs. Despite her aversion to … Read More... about Member Highlight – Sarah Portman
Coach’s Corner – Heat Strategies
It’s June and it will officially be summer later this month! That also means that the days are getting longer and the days are also getting hotter. This month, let’s take a look at some heat training factors and heat adaptation. If you live in a hot … Read More... about Coach’s Corner – Heat Strategies
Ask the Board – Long Run Nutrition Strategies
Many of us struggle with getting our nutrition right on long runs. And it's an intimidating thing for people that are starting to explore longer distances. It's even more frustrating that everyone is different, so what might work for one person may not work … Read More... about Ask the Board – Long Run Nutrition Strategies
DPMR’s 2024 Mountain Running Fest in Truckee-Tahoe
Over the last few years, we've noticed an interesting trend and build-up of activity pattern in June in the Truckee-Tahoe area. It so happens that we are incredibly fortunate to have two world-class mountain/trail/ultra running events on back-to-back weekends, … Read More... about DPMR’s 2024 Mountain Running Fest in Truckee-Tahoe
Recipe of the Month – Cranberry Pistachio Energy Bites
During the May DPMR Board Meeting, president Angela Stark brought some treats that had us all drooling and reaching for seconds - Cranberry Pistachio Energy Bites. Not only were they yummy for dessert, but we think they would make a great snack during a run! … Read More... about Recipe of the Month – Cranberry Pistachio Energy Bites