Simplicity’s Virtue
AJW writes about how running can simplify some of life’s other variables.
Andy Jones-Wilkins
Title: AJW’s Taproom Columnist
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
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Expertise
- Topics of Expertise: Trail running, ultrarunning, run coaching
- Amount of Expertise: 22 years trail running, 30 years ultrarunning, and 12 years coaching running, along with more than 500 articles published in the AJW’s Taproom column.
Education & Certifications
- Education: Bachelor of Arts, American Studies, Hamilton College; Master of Arts in Liberal Studies, Villanova University
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Years of Professional Experience Relevant to iRunFar: 11 years writing AJW’s Taproom
- Club Memberships: Aravaipa Running, Virginia Happy Trails Running Club, Charlottesville Area Trail Runners Club
- Other Relevant Positions, Current or Past: Senior-level coach with CTS, frequent contributor to Trail Runner Nation Podcast, Koopcast, and the Adventure Jogger podcast.
A Word from Andy Jones-Wilkins
I aim to inspire and motivate others about and through trail running and ultrarunning by providing thoughtful and provocative columns. My personal interests include trail running, ultrarunning, gravel cycling, and pizza making.
The Lore Of Western States: Chasing The Silver Buckle
AJW writes about Luanne Park and Gordy Ainsleigh finishing just under the 24-hour, silver-buckle cutoff at the Western States 100.
A New Summer Trail Series: One Way To Keep Kickin’ It Old School
AJW writes about a new Virginia summer trail-racing series.
Sage Canaday And His Quest For His Third Olympic Marathon Trials
A discussion about Sage Canaday’s attempt at an Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier at the 2015 Boston Marathon.
The Boys in the Boat — Rowing and Running
AJW applies the lessons from Daniel James Brown’s book “The Boys in the Boat” to running.
The Lore of Western States: The Agony of 11th Place
AJW writes of the history and stories behind “M11,” the 11th-place man at the Western States 100.
In Praise Of Loop Courses
AJW talks about the benefits of running loop courses, including the race he directs, the Thomas Jefferson 100k.
Mackey and Pacheco: Gritty, Focused, And Not Too Serious
AJW writes about Jorge Pacheco and Dave Mackey’s performances in 2015 Montrail Ultra Cup races.
Embracing Misery
AJW discusses how doing hard things in training makes his mind more prepared for the mental challenges of racing.
Coaches And Camps: A Great New Trend
AJW discusses the positive growth of professional coaching and camps in the trail and ultrarunning community.
Ray Scannell: Western States Legend
AJW profiles Ray Scannell, who was a strong force in American ultrarunning during the 1980s and 1990s.
The Blessing Of A Skinned Knee
AJW writes about raising children without over-parenting so they grow up resilient and adaptable.
Great Expectations
AJW calls for more respect and civility among the trail and ultrarunning ranks for 2015.
AJW’s 2014 Running Highlights: Embracing The Bigger Picture
Andy Jones-Wilkins highlights his 2014 of running.
Fourth Annual AJW’s Taproom Year In Ultrarunning Rankings: 2014
The Fourth Annual AJW’s Taproom Year In Ultrarunning Rankings for 2014.
Serenity On The Trail
AJW ponders an absence of serenity in his ‘regular’ life and an abundance of it on the run.
