Ultramarathon Daily News, Thurs, June 11

Ah, the age-old question: What’s harder on the body, a trail ultramarathon or a road marathon?

Want a sneak peek at the official Western States program?

Speaking of States, looks like one of the favorites isn’t exactly tapering just yet.

Also, if you know someone who’s running Western while dealing with a serious medical condition or disease (and you’d think they’d be a dynamic guest), please email me their info.

Men’s 2015 Hardrock predictions. Looks about right.

Here’s a fun Q&A with someone who’s inspired me to take on more microadventures.

WaPo does a decent job describing prep for an ultramarathon, with input from Mike Wardian and a doctor named Lager.

Anton may not be running right now, but he’s putting in some serious time on the bike.

Jenn Shelton on a leash. Oh, stop it.

I thought Leor was nuts when he stopped his stellar racing career to focus solely on adventure runs, but he finds stuff like this, and I completely understand.

Yikes! She chose a tough 100 as her comeback ultramarathon after surviving pancreatic cancer.  And, ahem, finished second!

Site news: Recorded two interviews yesterday, one more today, three more on Monday…Western States previews are going to be coming strong!

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