While I wasn’t able to run as much as I would have liked, I rediscovered cycling and even contemplated a triathlon – until I remembered all the gear. A mix of running, cycling, and rehab got me ready for Grindstone, Mountain Masochist, and Hellgate. I ran a little slower but I ran strong and held on to finish 2nd place in the Beast Series – not bad for 49 years old.

What did I learn from all of this? 1) If you’re going to fall in the woods, make sure you do so near a wedding party full of doctors and nurses, 2) your body is incredibly adaptable and capable of far more than you realize – just keep moving!