Category Archives: My Training

Thoughts on the Bridger Ridge Run 2022

Posted on August 16, 2022 by Bridger Ridge Run

Changes 2022 brought a few changes to the race. First off, the course changed. To avoid congestion at the finish area, the finish line was moved from the M trail head to the Fish Hatchery. This lengthened the course by … Continue reading →

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How to Run a 1.5 Hour Half Marathon, a Just Enough Training Approach

Posted on January 31, 2020 by Bridger Ridge Run

Comments and questions on the how to run a 3 hour marathon post inspired this post on how to run a 1.5 hour half marathon. There is some interest in how to adapt the marathon plan for a half marathon. … Continue reading →

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Training Log Prior to 2019 Bridger Ridge Run

Posted on September 8, 2019 by Bridger Ridge Run

Here is my training log from beginning of June through race day. Typical week is about 15 to 30 miles of running. Some weeks included some mountain biking of 15 miles or so. 2019 Goal: Small Town Montana Race Tour … Continue reading →

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Getting Strong Now

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Bridger Ridge Run

Does being really strong have a positive effect on one’s performance in the Ridge Run? Common sense says yes. Just make sure to understand strength and take into account size or weight when comparing strength between different people. My focus … Continue reading →

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Ridge Run Training 2015

Posted on March 6, 2015 by Bridger Ridge Run

Right now, it is early March and the Ridge Run in August may seem a long ways away. Nevertheless, if the 2015 Ridge Run is in your plans, it is time to start dedicating a little time and effort to … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Saint Patrick’s day with a Race

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Bridger Ridge Run

With Saint Patrick’s day being a common justification to hold a race, mid March saw numerous races held in Montana and elsewhere. For the elites of the trail running world, they had a chance to gather and fight it out … Continue reading →

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Winter Trail Running at Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Bridger Ridge Run

Looking for a place to do some winter trail running? If you don’t mind the long drive or if you can take a short detour when you happen to be driving between Three Forks and Butte; consider Lewis and Clark … Continue reading →

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