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The Running Jackal

The Running Jackal

Written by: Jackal
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 This channel is a collection of voice recordings that capture little slices of my life here in Victoria. Most often, I’m out on the running trails, sharing the sounds and stories I encounter along the way, but sometimes the recordings wander into other moments too. Each episode is usually trimmed down from longer sessions, keeping things focused and under an hour so it’s easy to listen to. I like to think of it as a mix of running journal, local atmosphere, and personal reflection. I hope you enjoy the show and come along with me for the journey.Copyright Jackal Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • Not just a duck run

    Not just a duck run
    May 9 2026
    I visited the weight room to see the changes they had made and noticed that some of the equipment had been moved around. I went for a long run through Bow Park, Bow Pond, and King’s Pond, stopping at water fountains along the way and checking on the ducks without bringing them any food. During my run, I talked about my work schedule, including how I had covered extra dishwashing shifts and was preparing to help train a new employee who was on the autism spectrum. I also reflected on my past involvement with the Elk Beaver Ultra Marathon, which I had directed for several years before retiring from long-distance running as I got older. I finished my outing by enjoying the beautiful morning, taking photographs along the route, and ending near Mount Douglas before heading home.
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    25 mins
  • Up Irvine down Harrop

    Up Irvine down Harrop
    May 2 2026
    Up Irvine down Harrop trailsI put in a solid effort on a familiar route, tackling it for the 35th time with a bit more grit than usual. My pace was slower than recent runs, but the added elevation and tough mid-route climbs made that expected. I spent most of the run in higher heart rate zones, pushing into threshold and tempo for a strong overall effort. The challenging terrain also dropped my cadence below normal, reflecting the extra work on the legs. Overall, it was a tougher day out, but a good reminder that sometimes the route sets the terms—and that’s all part of the journey.
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    38 mins
  • El Nido to the top!

    El Nido to the top!
    Apr 26 2026
    I climbed up from the Harrop trail to the South Ridge on Mount Douglas, realizing partway through that I’d lost about twelve minutes of recording, so I kept the recorder going as I continued. I adjusted my gear so I could climb hands-free, navigating rocky sections, loose gravel, and some steep, hands-and-feet scrambling while stopping to take photos of the camas, broom, and sweeping views out toward the Olympic Peninsula and Mount Baker. Along the way, I reflected on the busy running season, with the Times Colonist 10K happening that day, and thousands of runners out while I made my quieter climb. I encountered a few hikers, tricky terrain, and even had to reroute around a restricted construction area near the summit before reaching more stable ground. Pushing through the final stretch, I emerged at the windy top, shared briefly with a handful of others, and wrapped up my run-climb with a sign-off before heading home.
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    18 mins
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