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No Rest For The Weary

It is no coincidence that my views on running are repeatedly manifested in the collections of my running brand Willpower. Just as I share with you here in a brutally honest way what running does to me, I also want Willpower to speak the same blunt language.

The latest design from Willpower is called "No Rest For The Weary" and is available as an exclusive pre-order until Saturday, July 6th.

The promotional text for this collection goes like this:

Running is a blessing. Running is a curse. We are ...

My Western States 2024 Moments

What a race!

I can hardly believe what I witnessed last weekend. Western States has delivered.

I'll leave the detailed race reports about who won when, how fast, against whom and why to the lovely people at irunfar.com (English) and alles-laufbar.de (German). Yes, the elite race was undoubtedly as exciting as it rarely is, but for me, it is just one of many facets that make the Western States 100 so special.

(Katie Schide winning the Western States 2024, Photo borrowed from the WSER Instagram chan...

Hundert-Meilen-Herz: Meine Western States 100 Geschichte (SPRACHNACHRICHT #80)

In der Sprachnachricht #80 stellt Chris Z die deutsche Version seines Buches vor. Es heisst “Hundert-Meilen-Herz” und erscheint am 24.9. als Teil der Runner’s World Buchreihe beim pietsch Verlag / Motorbuch. Außerdem erklärt er, warum weiße Kleidung bei großer Hitze einen Unterschied macht und warum die speziell für die Western States kreierte Willpower Kollektion “Beyond the Heat” nur in sehr kleiner Auflage erhältlich ist.

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“Hundert-Me...

Runhundred: My Western States 100 Story

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It’s Western States!

The most legendary 100-mile ultramarathon in the world takes place this Saturday. The Western States Endurance Run in California is one of the most important events in our sport and deservedly attracts tens of thousands of running enthusiasts and the absolute top elite every year - even if only just over 300 runners are ultimately allowed to start.

(Finish line vibes, Photo by Henning Lenertz)

The gun goes off at 5 a.m. American tim...

Hundert-Meilen-Herz: Meine Western States 100 Geschichte

[This Das Z Letter is also available in English]

Es ist Western States!

An diesem Samstag findet der wohl legendärste 100-Meilen-Ultramarathon der Welt statt. Der Western States Endurance Run in Kalifornien gehört zu den wichtigsten Events unseres Sports und zieht zu Recht jedes Jahr zehntausende Laufbegeisterte und die absolute Top-Elite in seinen Bann  – auch wenn letztlich nur knapp über 300 Läuferinnen und Läufer an den Start gehen dürfen.​

(Ziellinien-Vibes, Foto von Henning Lenertz)

Der Starts...

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Was genau ist eine Leidenschaft? (SPRACHNACHRICHT #79)

In der Sprachnachricht #79 versucht Chris Z in Worte zu fassen wie das Laufen nach der Musik und neben dem Schreiben zu seiner großen Leidenschaft werden konnte. Außerdem spricht er über zwei Podcast-Interviews die er kürzlich führen durfte und zwar mit “Laufend Entdecken” und “Laufen und Leben”. Beide enorm hörenswert

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“Laufen und Leben” Podcast Interview (EP.251)

“Laufend Entdecken” Podcast Interview (LEP262)

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What is this "passion" thing actually?

Running is my great passion. That much is certain. After music and writing, nothing in my life has inspired and fulfilled me like running. But what exactly is it that makes me so passionate about running? Since I can't indulge in my great love right now, it's a good time to reflect on it more closely.

(Olympic Park run with my wife Lisa, photo by Stephan Wieser)

“What is it in itself? What is its nature?” – Hannibal Lecter quoting Marcus Aurelius

The Easy Answer

I like running. It feels good. Very n...

Dein Langsam ist mein Schnell (SPRACHNACHRICHT #78)

In der Sprachnachricht #78 beschreibt Chris Z sein Störgefühl, wenn er in seinen Artikeln über Pace oder Distanz schreibt. Wir Läuferinnen und Läufer neigen sehr dazu, uns mit anderen zu vergleichen und diese Vergleiche lösen nicht immer nur positive Gefühle aus in uns. Um nicht über diesen Stein zu stolpern hat Chris Z ein eindeutiges Statement verfasst.

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“Road to Sky” Einheit auf Strava

Das Z [+] Abo abschließen und Liebe zeigen

Die Das ...

Your Slow is My Fast

In my articles, I often give pace and distance details to describe my running experiences. I always have a slight feeling of uneasiness in my stomach when I do so. I'm afraid it might trigger unpleasant feelings in readers. What do I mean by that?

Compare and Contrast

One of the most positive aspects of running is its simplicity. This applies not only to the act of running itself, but also to its measurability. The dimensions of time and distance are the same for everyone and make us all equal. A...