To The Ashes- Winning Bighorn 100
To The Ashes- Winning Bighorn 100Sometimes things do not go to plan, sometimes they do.  The only thing that you can plan on when running 100 miles is that things will not go to plan.… Continue Reading
A Barnburner on La Palma: Transvulcania 2014
A Barnburner on La Palma: Transvulcania 2014The last few days have been a blur.  After the race Saturday, which I’ll get to in a minute, everything has pretty much blurred together.   After I finished I… Continue Reading
A Few Random Thoughts Before Transvulcania
A Few Random Thoughts Before TransvulcaniaMonths of preparation have led to this moment.  Tomorrow at 4:30 a.m. the bus leaves the hotel to take us to the now famous Faro de Fuencaliente.  The Faro, a… Continue Reading
Whetted by Grindstone
Whetted by GrindstoneThere are times of the year that I am drawn into deep and purposeful focus; cycles of work and respite, process, and, hopefully, results.  During these periods different things unsettle… Continue Reading

About me

Running in the Heart of Idaho Photo: Matt Irving

Running in the Heart of Idaho Photo: Matt Irving

My entire life I have been drawn to the mountains. Over the years I have found many different ways to enjoy wild places.  Trail running is the method that I have found the most appealing to me as a way to explore the world and to challenge my body.

I have an incredible talent for biting off more than I can chew, hence the current status of my life: Husband to a stunningly beautiful woman, Tanae; father to two amazing girls; 6 year old Brynlee and 3 year old Chloë; Professional Trail and Ultramarathon runner, and a Physician Assistant. All of this rolls in to a complicated challenge of balancing all the aspects in my life while maintaining my sanity…but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

This site is a place where I intend on documenting my journey and the struggle it is of maintaining balance in a life that requires so much. I hope you enjoy your time here and if you would like to see or hear more, or something specific don’t hesitate to contact me.

Luke