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Katelyn McDonald

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Solo getaway recap: A whirlwind solo car camping trip from Tahoe, through June Lake, and down to Mammoth. Mostly unplanned, a little silly, and oh-so-necessary. It was a trip to remind myself that finding comfort in the uncomfortable is where the magic happens. A beautiful few days of connecting with the things that matter: friends, inspiring people, and that little wild part of me that loves to play in the woods. I’m nervous but am also feeling full and ready for the longest one day journey for me yet! Wish me luck for tomorrow’s @kodiak_ultramarathons 100k!

#mammoth #carcamp #run #kodiakultramarathons #mammothtrailfest by @katelyn_tinybear

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a year ago

⛰️Showers Lake | Lake Tahoe ☀️

A beautiful day to get lost on the trail

#running #outdoors #laketahoe #coldplunge #training #ultramarathon #grateful taken in Lake Tahoe, California by @katelyn_tinybear

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⛰️June Lake | Fern Trail 🌿

4 miles | 1,778 ft elevation gain | rainy day

Nothing beats an impromptu trail run and cold plunging in a lake at the top of a mountain! There was a storm passing through but the moment it let up I decided that I might as well check it out; I’m so glad I did!

Shout out to Troy, the owner of a new coffee and pastry shop in June Lake @pinopies for suggesting the trail - I’ll definitely be back!

#trailrun #coldplunge #carcamping #outdoors #junelake #running #grateful taken in Fern Creek Trail/fern Lake, June lake loop by @katelyn_tinybear

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Holcomb Valley 33-Miler - June 14, 2025

First mountain ultra! It was in my hometown and just a fun training run… what could possibly go wrong?

Well:
Nausea from the start
A blister by mile 6
Hamstring cramps starting at mile 8
And the sun sunning hard. It wasn’t hotter than anticipated and all of us runners knew it.

I started the run thinking it’d be a breeze but it ended up being the hardest run I’ve ever had to push through thus far. But somewhere between the leg cramping, questionable stomach, and slow roasting, I knew I was actually having fun. The type 2 kind, of course… awful in the moment, oddly rewarding afterward.

A huge thank you to @sarah__durham for witnessing every emotional stage of this wild ride and somehow still encouraging me to keep running. Not finishing was never an option to me, but I sure did want to walk it. You pushed me when I didn’t, and that made all the difference.

A huge thank you to @beta_everyday for being there for me at mile 28 with a cold La Croix and a much needed embrace to get me through the hardest final 5 miles. Even more so, thank you for being the one yelling my name and cheering me on as I crossed the finish line as fast as my achy body could - it meant the world to me.

This wasn’t the easy run I hoped for, but it was exactly the check I needed to prepare for what’s ahead. Humbled, grateful, and honestly still smiling about it.

#holcombvalley #ultra #grateful #yakandrally taken in Holcomb Valley, Big Bear by @katelyn_tinybear

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We’re not big Disney people, but when we do Disney — we’ve recently really started to lean in.

As Pride Month comes to a close, let this be a reminder: queer joy is loud, colorful, and absolutely worth celebrating, all year long. If you’re out and able to share your light, keep shining. The world needs it. Every smile, every hand held, every silly, sweet moment is something to be treasured. Our visibility matters. Our love matters.

Happy Pride, always. 🌈💖

#happypride #pridemonth #visibility #disney taken in Disney California Adventure Park by @katelyn_tinybear

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What started as a fun surprise for my friends and girlfriend, just as a way to show up, be supportive, and encouraging, turned into something so much deeper.

During the Nike After Dark Run, I crossed paths with women who were gritting it out, not just for a medal or a PR, but for something personal and powerful. I saw women determined to finish despite the doubt, fatigue, and pain; women who dug deeper than they ever had to prove to themselves that they could.

For some, it was about healing. For others, about showing up for the first time. For many, it was a chance to be part of something bigger than themselves: something empowering, something loud, something ours.

Running is political.

It’s about access, safety, visibility, liberation, representation, inclusion, and empowerment. It’s about showing up and taking up space in our bodies that aren’t always protected or celebrated.

I came to surprise a few people I love and left feeling a part of something much bigger. Running is not just about the miles; it’s about community, resilience, and solidarity. Support is an action and sometimes, what starts as a small act of love turns into something collective, radical, and unforgettable.

#running #grateful #community #inclusion #solidarity #liberation #autonomy #womensupportingwomen #nikeafterdarktour2025 #doechii #runningispolitical @nikerunning taken in SoFi Stadium by @katelyn_tinybear

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I took my biggest outdoor whip!

… right after the video ended …

Womp, hope you enjoyed the anticlimactic video. I got pumped and fell from the anchor. It was a little more run out than my usual comfort level from the last draw but thanks to my belayer, I didn’t deck and instead fell below the ledge.

Letterbox 5.11b/c

A special thanks to:
@yuhkobe for the great catch
@nicoconte24 for not letting me TR it; this was a great climb on lead!

#rockclimbing #climbing #unintentional #whip #victorywhip #womenwhoclimb #trust #grateful by @katelyn_tinybear

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If you were wondering how the training for my ultra is going — let the evidence show, it’s going splendidly.

#running #run #ultramarathon #training #womeninspiringwomen #lostinthewoods #goodvibes #adventure #dontgethurt #itfeltgood #home #bigbear #holcombvalley #pct taken in Holcomb Valley, Big Bear by @katelyn_tinybear

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I said yes to a last-minute invite to Creator’s Night at Quantum Wellness Spa… I walked in with no expectations, just curiosity.

What I found was connection, intentional reflection, and a sense that I was exactly where I needed to be.

The breathwork in the beginning cracked something open. The questions asked stuck with me.

✨ Are you manifesting love or fear?
✨ How is your ripple impacting those around you?
✨ Are you being authentic or doing it for show?

The experience was healing and a much-needed reminder of what’s important and truly inspires me. On top of that, it was really fun and such a vibe.

Still integrating the magic. Grateful for the unanticipated alignment. Thank you so much @thequantumspa and @michaelkdpt for the invitation to be a part of this incredible experience.

P.s. yes, I consider this a part of my ultramarathon training lol

#intention #manifestlove #connection #inspiration #authentic #vibes #coldplunge #sauna #vibrationalhealing #soundtherapy #grounding by @katelyn_tinybear

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Don’t be a little bitch, put in the work.

Last August I ran my first ultra, on a sprained foot, and surprised myself for actually finishing and within a decent time. On an emotional high, I signed up for a 60mi race that’s later this year.

Have I been running much?
Nope!
Did I sign up for a shorter ultra over the summer to get myself in gear?
Yup!
Do I have less than two months?
Yup!

I’m not a big fan of posting my workouts outside of stories, but maybe sharing the journey leading to the big race days will keep me excited and motivated!

Wish me luck and just sayin, I’m always open to external motivation 🫶

#running #ultramarathon #training #grateful #motivated by @katelyn_tinybear

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2 years ago

I’d like to express my gratitude by saying

Silliness aside, I am truly so grateful for my friends and community - queer, straight, runners or not. 🫶

#happypride #grateful #friends #queer #community #stravaart #running #youregay by @katelyn_tinybear

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I run this route all the time and I swear I can do simple math but when trying to piece it together to be a fun 5k with a good turnaround point … I am confused.

Stay tuned for a possible 5k event from @cliffsofid to end the year! TBD when - still planning, still mathing

#5k #run #grateful #math taken in Culver City, California by @katelyn_tinybear

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