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Baggin’ Delano Peak: Flowers, Snow, and the most impressive views EVER!

utah0rbust July 10, 2016 Uncategorized

Took my breath away — litereally My most happy place and new favorite forest Steve knows that the way to my heart is a really hard hike with breath-taking views. I suggested that we check out the Tushar Mountains on the way home from Salt Lake because there’s a killer …

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Two more miles: Bryce Canyon Ultra

utah0rbust June 21, 2016 Uncategorized

About 5 miles to the finish. I already started writing this race report in my head around mile 24. You know, you have a lot of time on your hands when you’re running a whole lot of miles in the middle of nowhere. It went something like this “Wow, I …

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Monument Valley 50 miler: Puke, sweat and tears

utah0rbust March 25, 2016 Scenic - Ultramarathon

β€œIt always seems impossible until it is done.” ~ Nelson Mandela Harry’s feelin’ it! I’ve been really procrastinating on writing this race report. I want to remember everything — every beautiful sight, every breath-taking moment, and even those really painful steps and emotional breakdowns (although I don’t want to relive …

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Antelope Canyon 50: Third times a charm!

utah0rbust February 25, 2016 Scenic - Ultramarathon

Literally on the edge πŸ™‚ I ran my first 50 mile race 2 years ago, almost exactly. And it was this race, the Antelope Canyon 50. It was this race that hurled me, full throttle, into a new obsession — running far, and farther. It was this race that made …

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Official G2G photos

utah0rbust October 16, 2015 Uncategorized

I’m still in recovery mode from the G2G Ultra nearly 3 weeks ago. 170 miles can do that to you, I guess πŸ™‚ I’m just plain exhausted! I have had so many emotions lately. I’m glad that I am done! That I finished! I get sad when I look at …

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Grand to Grand Ultra: 170 miles of life-changing memories

utah0rbust October 2, 2015 Uncategorized

Shortly after finishing the grueling 170 mile desert traverse If you’ve ever wandered what it’s like to feel completely drained of every ounce of every bit of energy in your body, broiling hot, pain so severe that your feet and toes finally just go numb, uncontrollable and sporadic bouts of …

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Two weeks until the Grand to Grand Ultra

utah0rbust September 6, 2015 Uncategorized

I can’t believe that my race of a lifetime is just two weeks away. On Sunday, September 20, I will be running the Grand to Grand Ultra, the first and only self-supported footrace in America. My pack — I think I need a name for her. Suggestions? WHAT THIS MEANS: …

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Capitol Reef ULTRA Adventure

utah0rbust July 13, 2015 Uncategorized

The view from the very top of our first big hike up…. a couple thousand feet. A few weeks ago I decided I was going to sign up for the Capitol Reef 50k. I’ve been plagued by a series of SUPER annoying running injuries, the worst and stupidest being plantar …

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Grand Canyon Ultra: Get ready for draw-dropping beauty

utah0rbust April 28, 2015 Grand Canyon - Scenic - Ultramarathon

Are you ready for this? On May16 & 17 this could be YOU at the Grand Canyon Ultra. I love, love love LOVE the Grand Canyon. I’m a little bit sentimental about this particular ultramarathon (hosted by Ultra Adventures — the very BEST when it comes to destination trail races …

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What’s harder than running an ultramarathon?

utah0rbust April 16, 2015 Uncategorized

Last weekend, utterly exhausted and running on fumes, on the brink of tears and smelling like a mix of sweat, dirt and campfire… I said to myself —- THIS. This is THE hardest thing I have ever done in my entire life.Β  And that’s saying something. Last weekend was the …

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Jill Williams

I'm Jill and I'm an outdoor junkie, personal trainer, and certified bunny hugger. I am in love with the red rocks and desolate landscape that southern Utah offers. The outdoors is what feeds my soul. I love of trail running, hiking, exploring and photography. I spend nearly all of my free time exploring the high desert with my husband, 2 kids, and an unruly pack of mutts. xoxo

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