Scott’s Blog

Many have been asking about my process in speeding the recovery of my recent ankle sprain prior to Hardrock. I had about three and a half days to do all I could of intense rehab during these initial stages of healing. Following the basic RICE recipe with some added natural remedies, here it is.

**But please note this isn’t intended as a prescription or recommendation. As all injuries and individuals are different, be sure to get a diagnosis and establish a proper treatment plan with an appropriate health care provider. (more…)

Back in April, The Final Sprint posted an interview with me. Still very relevant with lots of good information, we talk in depth about Spartathlon, nutrition including vegan nutrition and eating while racing, training, and tips for new ultrarunners.

Endurance Planet posted an interview with me on their Monday July 30 edition. I am interviewed on my training, racing, nutrition, and media coverage on the sport of ultramarathoning.

My peak training for Hardrock Hundred went as well as I could have asked for. Covered the majority of the course. Feeling acclimated. Healthy. Totally prepared and psyched!

My taper was completely another story. (more…)

On June 14th of June I arrived in CO for a month of altitude training for the Hardrock Hundred, one of the toughest 100 mile trail races in the world. I’ve been basing my training out of Silverton, CO, where the race starts and finishes, camping at 11,000′ near Little Molas Lake to boost my red blood cell count while sleeping. My sea level lungs needed all the help they could get! (more…)