A runner on the downhill side of her 50s runs her first ultra marathon.
She could’ve just bought a cool car.

Ever decide to celebrate a birthday with something epic… and then immediately wonder what on earth you just signed up for? That’s basically how I tumbled into the world of ultra-running. Back in 2020, I had grand plans for a 50K to mark turning 50, but the pandemic had other ideas. Cue a lot of reflection, some mild existential spiraling, and the growing realization that my 50s weren’t going to wait around for me to face Big, Scary Goals.

So in Momma Runs an Ultra, I talk about finally taking the plunge and registering for my very first ultra, even though I’m still not entirely sure how may miles these kilometers are, how many snacks I can handle while running, or whether my I can even do it. It’s a mix of excitement, confusion, and the kind of “Why am I doing this?” energy that pairs perfectly with a long run.

Join me as I jog into this wild new chapter. Let’s see how far we can go.