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Find out what happens when a man from a small Italian town travels thousands of miles to take part in the Iditarod. The post Where Is The Finish Line? appeared first on A Life of Dogs.

Succeeding in a race like the Iditarod comes down to preparation. But what happens when you're faced with a situation you can't prepare for? The post Miles From Safety appeared first on A Life of Dogs.

Matthew Failor is an experienced musher, having competed in multiple Iditarod events. Yet even the most experienced competitors can be faced with unique challenges... The post On Pins & Needles appeared first on A Life of Dogs.

Imagine you’re an athlete competing to be at the pinnacle of your sport. Perhaps you’re a swimmer, a sprinter, a pitcher, or a quarterback. You dedicate yourself to honing your craft. You learn the skills you’ll need to succeed. You spend time mentoring underneath one of the legends of your sport. You work hard –... The post Short Notice appeared first on A Life of Dogs.

Which factor determines the success of a world-class team of athletes? Is it an insatiable desire to succeed? Is it the benefits of a comprehensive training program? Perhaps it’s a truly unbreakable level of trust in one another? Or maybe it is an unrelenting focus on the physical and mental wellbeing of the team? The... The post Peak Performance appeared first on A Life of Dogs.

Cast your mind back to March 2020 for a moment. Across the world, only one topic is dominating the news cycle. The threat of a pandemic is looming larger with each passing day. A deadly virus – with the potential to drastically alter our long-held, cherished routines – is getting closer. Yet in one corner... The post The Iconic Race Of The North appeared first on A Life of Dogs.