Category: Semi-Rad

Life of an Ultrarunner

According to Semi-Rad, the life of an ultrarunner is divided into two eras: the "before times," and the inevitable moment when they stop making your favorite shoe.

Brendan Leonard

January 21, 2025

I ____ running in winter because I _____.

Got mixed feelings about running in the winter? You're not alone.

Brendan Leonard

December 16, 2024

How are we planning on ‘staying fit’ during the holidays?

Anyone else in for the 22-miler? 🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏻🙋🏾‍♂️ Meet ya down the block. Find more from Brendan Leonard on Instagram @Semi_Rad and explore his pieces curated exclusively for UltraSignup.

Brendan Leonard

November 19, 2024

Where is the “middle of the pack”?

Whether you're wolf #6 or mid-pack is a state of mind, welcome to the wild wonderful world of ultrarunning where everyone is a rock star no matter what your UltraSignup rank is.

Brendan Leonard

October 14, 2024

“That’s A Fun Race”

We know you've all said it. "That's a fun race." But what did YOU mean by it? Comment on this article, our latest from Semi-Rad.

Brendan Leonard

September 16, 2024

What’s in the pain cave?

We can help you find a race to explore your pain cave. While you're in there you might get the Krabby Patty Secret Formula from SpongeBob.

Brendan Leonard

August 13, 2024

How are we applying the lessons we learn from running ultramarathons?

Find more from Brendan Leonard on Instagram @Semi_Rad and explore his pieces curated exclusively for UltraSignup.

Brendan Leonard

July 16, 2024

Bad Advice for Ultramarathon Runners

In Brendan Leonard's latest for UltraSignup News, the man known as Semi-Rad, shares Bad Advice for Ultramarathon Runners.

Brendan Leonard

June 18, 2024

If Foot Races Were Big Gulps

In Brendan Leonard's latest for UltraSignup News, the man known as Semi-Rad compares race distances to sugary convenience store drinks.

Brendan Leonard

May 21, 2024

How Are We Preparing for Crewing Season?

The latest from Semi-Rad for UltraSignup News. Follow Brendan Leonard on Instagram.

Brendan Leonard

April 16, 2024

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