A Clydesdale's Tale: or How a Big Guy Trained For and Ran the Vermont 100

I underwent a great transformation in four short years. I went from being obese to being slightly less obese. Hmm. Maybe that is not the best way to describe my journey. Instead, let me say it this way: I went from a ½ mile training run to finishing a 100 mile trail race in only 4.5 years. Yes, that sounds better.

How did I do it? Why would I want to? When did all of this occur? What were the methods used therein? Where are the fun and fact-filled tips and Who can benefit from them? The a...