7.11.24 // Back to Death Valley

I'm heading back to Death Valley soon!
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It's almost time to crew and pace for the Badwater 135 ultra.
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I can't believe it's here...
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It's been months of prep, ranging from a long training weekend on course to countless ~30-minute sauna sessions in 180-degree dry heat. It's been gear testing, tweaking, overcoming bronchitis, sweat testing, nutrition fails and finds, and balancing all the stress on the body, all while attempting to put time and effort into the other important facets of my life (two and a half jobs, a relationship, trying to work on friendships, trying to get great sleep... etc.).
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There have been highs and lows on this journey towards Badwater, but doesn't every incredible story?
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I can't wait to get on the course to support David and feel the dry heat of the desert, the pavement under my feet, and the sunshine on my face.