Shawn McFallRecap: Naked Nick 50KScene: A lone hunter stands in an open oasis of dead grass, looking outward into the unknown. A light mist has created a haze. Is this the…Dec 21, 2019Dec 21, 2019
Shawn McFallMy 4 Race WeekBefore I describe what was my 4 race week, a small disclaimer. Please please please do not replicate my past week. I’m a young dumb…Dec 5, 2019Dec 5, 2019
Shawn McFallMarine Corps Marathon 2019 RecapThe white marble of the Washington Monument was surrounded by a red hue. The symbolism was clear, there would be blood…Nov 21, 2019Nov 21, 2019
Shawn McFallSharpening: 2-weeks to goAnother week another 7 runs in the bank. This past week was the beginning of the tapering process, where I start to cut back on the volume…Oct 14, 2019Oct 14, 2019
Shawn McFallMy Marathon DietI entered 2019 as a 1:48 half-marathoner, with no ambition to attempt a marathon. As of writing, I am 3 weeks out from the Marine Corps…Oct 7, 2019Oct 7, 2019
Shawn McFallThe Power of Reflection: 6 weeks of “The Build”In my opinion, reflecting and reviewing is a neglected area of self-growth and positive mental health. Commonly review is associated with a…Sep 30, 2019Sep 30, 2019
Shawn McFallPeak WeekHere we are week 16, otherwise known as peak week. For those of you not familiar with long-distance training, peak week is a culmination of…Sep 23, 2019Sep 23, 2019
Shawn McFallRace Recap: Newport Liberty Half-MarathonTo fly close to the sun you need a good pair of wings and a hint of brashness. Lucky for me, I had both.Sep 16, 2019Sep 16, 2019
Shawn McFallThe Mindset of a RunnerRunning reflects life, there are moments of elation and times of deepening darkening depression. It is how you handle these mountains and…Aug 26, 2019Aug 26, 2019