One of my worst races was the Rocky Raccoon 100 Mile in 2017. That day, I paced myself imprudently... But I made it to the finish line. I ultimately survived, so the genre of this memory is a tragicomedy.
I learned an important lesson that day: In large quantities, Mountain Dew is a Mountain Don't.
Ultrarunning is odd in an enjoyable, adventuresome way. And because these races are often equal parts race and adventure, we are positioned to learn from some of the great adventurers of literary history.
We can learn not just from other athletes but also from heroes. Here are three of my favorites.
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