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Faster Technical Descents with (Down) Hill Repeats

September 12, 2014 by Jeff Pelletier 1 Comment
Technical Downhill Running

They say you should play to your strengths and forget about working on your weaknesses. If I could race only uphill or on less-technical downhill terrain, I might follow this advice. I’m tired of getting passed on the really technical stuff though, so I decided to instead seek some advice from one of the fastest downhillers that I know.

I’ve had the pleasure of doing a bit of training with local speedster Mike Murphy, recent winner of the Knee Knacker, who suggested that I try running downhill repeats. This, in addition to doing more functional strength work like plyometrics, could be just what I need to mitigate my major weakness.

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August Training Recap: Alpine Ridges

September 5, 2014 by Jeff Pelletier 2 Comments
Whistler Alpine

August was another busy one, starting with a trip over the long weekend for 3 days of trail running in the Southern Chilcotin Mountains on some pretty amazing ridges (check out my report and video).

The following weekend, I managed to squeeze in a loop through Hanes Valley, including an out-and-back up Crown Mountain to take in the views (see my Hanes Valley trip from last year). Probably a little more time-on-feet than I needed before my race the next weekend, but I wasn’t sure I’d have to the chance again this season.

Next was the Squamish 50k where I finished in 6:15 for 17th place overall. It was my first big race back after injury so it served as a real confidence booster for me as I go into the second part of my season and start to ramp up my mileage. Had a great time organizing the Trails in Motion Film Festival there on both Friday and Sunday nights – big thanks to everyone who came out to support it and to watch some amazing films!

And finally, I had the opportunity to join UPRISE Performance Camps and Scott Jurek for an inspiring 3 days in Whistler. I was there to film the experience which included VO2Max and Lactate Threshold testing by Peak Centre (who I do my own testing and training with), a series of classroom sessions on nutrition and training, some amazing vegan food at the Four Seasons, the 5 Peaks Whistler trail race, and an alpine run down the High Note Trail, Musical Bumps, and out Singing Pass. We were even surprised with a helicopter ride back to Whistler after the 5 Peaks race! Check out photos from that on Facebook.

From the Chilcotin, to Whistler, through Squamish, and the North Shore backcountry, I managed to cover some amazing terrain this month!

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July Training Recap: Mountains and Ridges and Bears, Oh My!

August 11, 2014 by Jeff Pelletier 1 Comment
July Training Recap

Well after that little set-back earlier this year at Diez Vista 50k, and then starting to make my comeback in June, it feels like my season has finally begun again in earnest after what turned out to be a really busy month of camping, training, and racing in July. Bring on 2014, Part 2!

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June Training Recap: It’s Good to Be Back!

July 7, 2014 by Jeff Pelletier 1 Comment
Best Seat in Town

In my May Training Recap, I stated that my goal for June would be to simply to get back to consistent running after the injury to my peroneal tendon in early April. I’d been hiking plenty including frequent trips up the BCMC but not logging any real mileage.

I’m happy to report that I managed to do that by about the 2nd week of June, hitting 61k that week and 86k the following. My ankle is still only about 90%, but I’m definitely able to manage the inflammation as it slowly continues to get better with each day. I don’t think it’s feasible at this point to wait until I’m 100% better as I need to be logging miles again – just as long as I’m not setting myself back at all, of course.

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May Training Recap: Hiking, Biking, & Volunteering

June 4, 2014 by Jeff Pelletier 2 Comments
The North Cascades

After injuring the peroneal tendon in my left foot at Diez Vista in early April, I had been restricted to the pool for the first few weeks of recovery as I reported last month. I was starting to enjoy swimming to a certain degree but being stuck inside was the worst.

In May, I was finally able to start biking, first mostly on the indoor trainer and later on longer road rides. About a week and a half ago, I was able to start hiking again which had meant almost daily trips up the BCMC, because anything worth doing is worth overdoing. It’s been great to get outside again consistently with some of the friends I hadn’t seen in a while.

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I’m a trail runner and filmmaker born and raised in Vancouver, BC Canada. Member of Salomon Canada and CLIF Bar Ambassador.

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It feels so good to be able to run again! This wee It feels so good to be able to run again! This week marked the first time I've been able to run on the trails and my longest run in over 5 weeks.

Two weeks before that, I had strained my hamstring during a run so I took a week off to let it rest. I obviously should have taken it more seriously as the following week I suffered a grade 2 hamstring tear while running in the snow. I ended up with bruising and couldn’t walk more than a few steps without pain.

If you follow me on Strava, you've no doubt noticed all of the rehab runs and strength training I've been dutifully doing as I work weekly with a physio on a rehabilitation program. I believe the injury was actually not the result of overuse, but likely due entirely to mobility issues in my hips and hamstrings. I'd put in a half-dozen days on skis in the two weeks prior and hadn't been doing a lot of running, but I had been doing a lot of sitting. 

So I've got lots of work to come as I continue to address the underlying issues, to slowly rebuild volume, and to ensure that I come back even stronger so that I can set myself up for success for the rest of the season and beyond! 🚀
Overwhelmed by all the positive feedback that @gar Overwhelmed by all the positive feedback that @garyrobbins and I have received about The Big Chill over the past few weeks. Over 170,000 cumulative views and counting, and so many comments, shares, and reviews. Thank you! 🙏
They say, “a plan is just a dream with a deadlin They say, “a plan is just a dream with a deadline”. It’s hard to make plans with any kind of certainly at the moment, but it’s always a good time to work on your bucket list! Mine seems to be growing at an exponential rate as of late 🧐. What kind of experiences are you dreaming of?
This past year helped to put a lot of things in pe This past year helped to put a lot of things in perspective for me, as it did for most people I’m sure. Instead of focusing on what could have been, I’m looking forward to making 2021 my best year yet! Happy New Year everyone 🍻.
When the temperatures drop and the snow begins to When the temperatures drop and the snow begins to fall in the mountains, the gear we use needs to change as well.

Watch my latest video to see what I wear for winter trail running, along with some tips for staying safe on the trails in the snow! 📽 (link in profile)
"It's not every day that you know you're about   "It's not every day that you know you're about  to experience something that you'll never forget for the rest of your life, and it's very special when you have those days to know going into it, no matter what happens I'll never forget today.  So many days we glaze through and they don't mean enough." - Gary Robbins, from 'The Big Chill', my documentary about his backyard 109-mile adventure in Chilliwack this summer.

Watch the 46 minute film now on YouTube! 📽 (Link in profile) #explorechilliwack
Stoked by all the positive feedback so far on my l Stoked by all the positive feedback so far on my latest film! Follow along with @garyrobbins as he attempts to bring his dream of planning and completing a 105 mile run in his backyard of beautiful Chilliwack, BC.

Watch the film on YouTube 📽 (link in profile). #explorechilliwack
Happy #internationalmountainday! Here’s a throwb Happy #internationalmountainday! Here’s a throwback to exploring the peaks of the BC Rockies earlier this summer. I can’t wait to go back again next season. ⛰
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