I have a running addiction also. I have been running minimum of 2 miles every day for the past 533 day. Usually have long runs twice a week of 10 or more miles. I have run a few ultra races with my longest so far being a 40 miler last year (8hrs35mins) and 3 other 50k run (fastest was 5hrs15mins). I'm not sure what this year will bring since I have started to run in Vibram Fivefinger shoes. trying to go minimal shoe is an adjustment but WELL worth it. Turning 40
this year is making me think of a 50 miler maybe.
Most miles are on the road but I love the trail.
Bellvis, Five Fingers are a good way to help with shine splints.
www.birthdayshoes.com will get you a little info on them. We don't need shoes to support our feet or body, we just need to remember how to run the way we're meant too. The feet can support them selves which can really reduce the impact on the rest of the body.
A better thread may be the question... What is the difference between a runner and a jogger?