Three times, the deserts of the Javelina Jundred forced me to face my demons: Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, and the thought of never finishing the race.
This fall, I'm coming back for a 100-mile celebration run to raise awareness for the 190 million women with Endometirosis.
I'll see you in the desert.
Meet Joella Nicole
My reckoning in Javalina was a turning point. I'd worked for 16 years, empowering others as a psychotherapist, and it was time I took my own medicine. I followed the signals of my body and pivoted from training for ultramarathons to prepping for surgeries.
And now, I'm back to training for ultras—and the chance to prove that chronic illness does not get the final word.
🌵Javalina Jundred 2026
Support Endo treatment for more women
I'll be running the Javalina Jundred on Halloween to raise funds for the nonprofit, Endo Excision for All. They fund excision surgery for people with endometriosis because as they put it, “Access to the gold standard of care shouldn't depend on privilege, location, or insurance.” Feeling inspired? Donate today.
Documentary Film: Coming 2027
After two surgeries and 29 years of living with endometriosis and adenomyosis, one ultrarunner returns for a 100-mile redemption run—and the chance to prove that chronic illness does not get the final word.