Injuries suck. Hope she recovers fast.
Tapering anxiety is just FOMO in disguise. You're not gonna lose fitness in 2 weeks, dude. Your body's been working hard, let it chill. Stick to the plan and trust the process.
Yeah, 'Hood to Coast' is a great one. I also liked 'Unbreakable: The Western States 100' - it's all about ultra-marathoners, pretty inspiring stuff.
Sub-35 is a pretty lofty goal for a complete beginner. I'd say aim for under 40 and be stoked with that. And yeah, just getting to the start line without puking is an accomplishment in itself.
Who needs 10K when you can do 26.2, am I right?
Training plans are for newbies, real runners just go with the flow.
Duh, don't be a dumbass, stick to daylight hours and avoid sketchy areas. If you're that paranoid, get a running buddy or join a group.
Typical, athletics can't get its act together