Everyday Ultra

For world-record holder, Don Recihelt, he says the only thing elite about him is his mindset. Meaning, his ability to push through difficulty, mental lows, and pain far outweighs any other factor to success.

And when it comes to success in ultrarunning, Don has tons of it. He is a 3x world record holder for manual treadmill records, including the furthest distance ran in 12 hours, fastest 100 mile time, and furthest distance run in 24 hours. He has also finished at the podium of Badwater, ran a 13:16 at Tunnel Hill, completed Cocodona 250, and has multiple first place and podium finishes under his belt.

He is also an athlete for Speedland and is a content creator as well.

In this episode, Don shares the mental tools he deploys in training and in ultras that help him succeed when times are tough, physical shifts he’s made to improve his training, and how he approaches training for different kind of races (for example, he’s going from training for a 250 miler to training for a 50 miler).

Huge thank you to Don for coming on the show!

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Running isn’t just about getting in the miles. It’s about finding your passion. It’s about leaning into who you are and being a better person. And for Thomas McGinn, that not only meant challenging himself by becoming a better runner. But it also meant going all in on serving people in the running community and fueling his passion.

Tom McGinn is an entrepreneurial runner as the founder of Long Run Coffee. Though his running journey started unconventionally, he found that it was something he loved and decided to pursue it even deeper as he continued to challenge himself. 

Throughout his journey, he completed a self-supported ultramarathon, multiple marathons, and other endurance challenges along the way. And he started his own company to help serve people in the running community.

In this episode, Tom shares how he was able to progress from a marathon to an ultra, how he was able to lean into the love of running to build a sustainable habit out of it, and how to create fulfillment in your life.

Huge thank you to Tom for coming on the show!

SHOW LINKS:

Check out Long Run Coffee: longruncoffee.com

Follow Long Run Coffee on IG: https://www.instagram.com/longruncoffee/

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Welcome to the first episode of our newest type of episode: Product Reviews by Everyday Ultra! We'll be reviewing products on the show to test gear, nutrition, clothing, and overall stuff to see if it would actually be a useful product to use as an ultrarunner.

Today, we're reviewing The Long Run coffee blend, by Long Run Coffee, which is a Chicago-based company that makes coffees specifically for runners.

Their coffee is infused with electrolytes and is intended to help runners stay both hydrated and caffeinated before or after their runs.

It sounds amazing in concept. But is it actually worth the sip? I try out the coffee for myself after a run and see if it actually made me feel hydrated, and shared my thoughts here.

Thank you for listening!

Show links:

Check out Zach Bitter's pre-made training plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans

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Check out Long Run Coffee: longruncoffee.com

Have a suggestion of what product we should review next? Send me a DM on Instagram: @joecorcione or send me an email at everydayultrapodcast@gmail.com.

To be a better ultraunner, it takes more than simply stacking on more mileage or adding in workouts to your training. In fact, it requires you to be holistically healthy if you want to perform at the highest level.

For Stefanie Flippin, that has helped her go from middle-of-the-pack runner to an elite endurance athlete and notching up wins and podium finishes at some of the most competitive ultras in the US. And in this episode, she shares what's helped her, so you can improve your own ultrarunning fitness.

Stefanie Flippin is a professional ultrarunner for Lululemon, an endurance coach, and co-host of the Making Strides Podcast. She was the 2021 USATF 100-mile National Champion and has notched wins at Tunnel Hill and other competitive ultras.

In this episode, Stef shares the key pillars to staying physically and mentally healthy, her suggestions for improving your speed as an ultrarunner, and how to spice up your training regimine to avoid burnout.

Huge thank you to Stef for coming on the show!

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Listen to Stef's Podcast, Making Strides: stefanieflippin.com/podcasts

With so many brands, types, and versions of ultrarunning gear out there, which ones are actually the best for ultrarunners?

If you’re like me, you don’t want to keep trying pieces of ultrarunning gear, only to waste money on something that isn’t a great product. So, I’ve been trying out tons of ultrarunning gear in my training and racing over the past 3 years, and shared everything that has worked well for me in here. That way, you can use products that are tried and true to help you in your racing and training.

In this episode, we cover recommendations for:

• Trail Shoes (6:58)

• Road Shoes (11:58)

• Headlamps/Lights (15:28)

• Running Belt (21:00)

• Hydration Vests/Packs (23:53)

• Bladders, Soft Flasks, and Handhelds (28:55)

• Sunglasses (34:51)

• Earbuds/Headphones (40:10)

• Running Poles (42:47)

• Clothing (45:50)

• Cooling Gear (58:24)

• Sunscreen (1:05:05)

• Battery Pack (1:07:20)

• Nutrition Products (1:09:15)

If there is anything I missed on here that you’d like to know my recommendation for, feel free to shoot me a DM on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/

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Get Coached by Zach Bitter: Zachbitter.com/coaching

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For ALL Janji clothing recommendations in this episode, get 15% off your order by using code EVERYDAYULTRA15 at Janji.com

Trail Shoes:

Nike Wildhorse 8 (Mens)

NIke Wildhorse 8 (Women)

Nike Zegama (Mens)

Nike Zegama (Womens)

Road Shoes:

Nike Invincible 3 (Mens)

Nike Invincible 3 (Womens)

Nike Vaporfly (Mens)

Nike Vaporfly (Womens)

Headlamps/Lights:

Black Diamond Storm

Black Diamond Spot

Kogalla Light

Running Belt:

Naked Running Belt

Handheld:

Camelbak Podium

Soft Flask:

UD Body Bottle 500

Vests/Packs:

UD Ultra Vest Men

UD Ultra Vest Women

UD Mountain Vest Men

UD Mountain Vest Women

UD Fastpacker Men

UD Fastpacher Women

Bladder:

UD Reservoir

Sunglasses:

Goodr OG Sunglasses

Poles:

Black Diamond Distance Z

T-Shirt/Tanks:

Janji Run All Day (Mens)

Janji Run All Day (Womens)

Jacket:

Janji Rainrunner Pack Jacket Men

Janji Rainrunner Pack Jacket Women

Hat:

AFO Hyperlight Cap

Socks:

Darn Tough Socks

Arm Sleeves:

My Favorite Ones

Ice Bandana:

Nathan RunCool

MissysBibtastic

Sunscreen:

Sunbum Spray

Nutrition:

Spring Energy

GU Roctane Drink Mix

GU Roctane Gels

GU Roctane Salt Tabs

What does it take to run 200 ultramarathons in 200 consecutive days? Candice Burt joins us on the podcast to share those insights, as she recently accomplished that exact feat. And with that accomplishment, she broke the world record (which was only previously 22 days!).

Candice is no stranger to the endurance world. She is the founder of Destination Trail, which is the home of the legendary Triple Crown of 200’s, including the Moab 240, Tahoe 200, and Bigfoot 200. She is also an incredibly accomplished runner with multiple top 10 finishes in the HURT 100, tons of ultra finishes and podium appearances, and FKTs. She is also a mother of two on top of it all.

In this episode, Candice shares how she was able to push through the challenges that came with running 200 ultras, her mindset and strategy for taking on the challenge, and how she was able to handle all of the priorities in her life on top of completing the challenge.

Huge thank you to Candice for coming on the show!

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Some of the best ultrarunners in the world line up to race the Western States 100 every single year, and 2023 was no different. This year, not only did I get to watch the race in person, but I also was able to crew last year's M10 runner during the race. And I learned so much when it comes to ultra training and racing, as well as how to have a dialed-in crew strategy.

In this episode, I break down some of the most interesting and useful ultrarunning tips I learned from the top athletes who competed in this year's Western States. Plus, I share some of what the best crews were doing to best help their runner, so you can make sure that you have a solid crew strategy for your next race.

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We’re joined by thru-hiking legend, ultra athlete, and endurance coach, Jeff Garmire on this episode for another Monthly Long Run, where we ramble about all things hot in the ultrarunning world.

And in this episode, we dive into the big daddy of all US ultra races: Western States 100. In this episode, Jeff and I share our top picks for the race, our predictions and hot takes, and some of our commentary on the most interesting storylines out there.

We also dive deep on philosophical topics outside of Western States, such as not worrying about what other people think on Strava, chasing our big dreams and lessons learned from it, and how to find enjoyment in the process of doing hard things.

Huge thank you to Jeff for co-hosting this episode with me!

Show links:

Check out Janji apparel and get 15% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at Janji.com

Check out the Jeff Garmire Breakfast Skillet Meal from Readywise: https://readywiseoutdoor.com/products/jeff-garmire-breakfast-skillet-pro-adventure-meal

Check out Jeff’s Book, Free Outside: https://www.amazon.com/Free-Outside-Trek-Against-Distance/dp/1733487506

Follow Jeff on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefreeoutside/

Jeff’s Website: http://freeoutside.com/

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One of the fan-favorites racing in the 2023 edition of Western States joins us for a second time on the Everyday Ultra Podcast: Keely Henninger!

Keely is a professional ultrarunner for Altra and GU Energy who punched her ticket to States via her impressive Black Canyon 100K win earlier this year. She has also finished in the top ten of Western States previously, and is looking for her second finish in this upcoming race.

In this episode, Keely shares all about her training and how she's approached running post-Black Canyon and passing the MCAT, how she builds self-confidence before heading into a challenge, and what her strategy is for taking on this year's Western States.

Huge thank you to Keely for coming on the show again!

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Follow Keely on IG: https://www.instagram.com/runwidkeel/

Check out the Trail Society Podcast: https://freetrail.com/podcasts/trail-society/

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After his last two races at Western States in the top 5, Tyler Green returns to Olympic Valley for the fourth time to lean in on his strengths, improve on his opportunities from the last races, and shoot for the top.

Tyler Green is a professional ultrarunner for Nike and is also an ultrarunning coach. This will be his fourth time racing Western States, where he has previously notched up 2nd and 4th place finishes, along with other podium and winning finishes at other incredibly prestigious ultras.

In this episode, Tyler shares how he uses mindfulness meditation as a part of his mental training, how his training has been as a new father, and his strategy for race day.

Huge thank you to Tyler for coming on the show!

Show Links:

Check out Janji’s running gear and use code EVERYDAYULTRA15 at checkout for 15% off: Janji.com

Follow Tyler on IG: https://www.instagram.com/narrowgreenarrow/?hl=en

Tyler’s Website: https://www.ultrasidehustle.com/

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Heather Jackson has taken the ultra world by storm over the past year, as she’s made her debut in the sport coming from an accomplish triathlon career. Notching up amazing results at Javelina Jundred, a second place finish at Black Canyon, and a win at the Canyons 50K, she is on an incredible start in the trail running world!

And now, she’s gearing up to take on Western States 100 for the very first time and looks to enjoy the experience, apply all that she’s learned over her first few ultras, and really dial in to the race that got her hooked on the sport in the first place.

Heather Jackson is one of the top triathletes of our time, notching 6 IRONMAN World Champion titles, 16 IRONMAN 70.3 Champion titles, and tons of other wins and podium finishes at some of the worlds’ most competitive triathlons. On top of her triathlon wins and incredible results in the ultrarunning scene, she also competes in gravel biking races as well.

In this episode, Heather shares the keys to success she uses from her triathlon training into ultramarathon training, the biggest lessons she’s learned in her trail races so far, and her race strategy for Western States.

Huge thank you to Heather for coming on the show!

Show links:

Check out Janji’s running gear and use code EVERYDAYULTRA15 at checkout for 15% off: Janji.com

Heather’s website: https://heatherjacksonracing.com/

Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/hjacksonracing/

Follow Heather on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@heatherjacksonracing
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Callie and Scott are both taking on Western States 100 this year. And as a couple, they’ve spent tons of time together training, preparing, and getting ready to toe the line at Olympic Valley this year.

Callie Vinson is an ultrarunner and content creator who has completed the Moab 240, multiple 100 mile races, and tons of other ultramarathons. This will be her first time racing Western States this year, and she has been putting in tons of work to race well, while also documenting her training journey on social media throughout.

Scott Traer is an ultrarunner and coach at Run Fastah who is returning for a second time at Western States after securing a top 10 finish at last year’s race. He also has tons of notable finishes, such as a Golden Ticket win at Black Canyon 100K last year, and multiple wins and podium finishes.

In this episode, Callie and Scott share what it’s been like training for the same race as a couple, their strategies for taking on race day, and how they’ve been preparing their mindsets for race day (spolier alert: Ted Lasso is one of their keys to success).

Huge thank you to Callie and Scott for coming on the show!

SHOW LINKS:

Check out Janji’s running gear and use code EVERYDAYULTRA15 at checkout for 15% off: Janji.com

Check out the trailer for Know to Run: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rD9Mz7PMRZIFollow Callie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/callievinsonn/

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Taylor Nowlin is a professional ultrarunner for Adidas Terrax who is returning to Western States this year after placing in the top 10 last year in her debut of the race. 

After an impressive debut, Taylor is looking to capitalize on the areas she learned the most from in her race last year, while also leaning into the full enjoyment of the race experience. And in this episode, she shares how her training for Western States has differed this time around, her three big areas she’s looking to improve on this year, and why she’s ditching expectations when she toes the line at Olympic Valley.

Huge thank you to Taylor for coming on the show!

SHOW LINKS:

Check out Janji’s running gear and use code EVERYDAYULTRA15 at checkout for 15% off: Janji.com

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Katie Schide is a professional ultrarunner for The North Face and is the current women’s UTMB Champion after securing her win in Chamonix last year. And this year, she is towing the line at Western States for the very first time, as she punched her Golden Ticket to Western States at UTMB.

In this episode, Katie shares how she was able to bounce back quick from a foot injury through training, what it’s been like training in the states versus her home in Europe, and her conversations with her coach, Jason Koop, leading up to the race.

Huge thank you to Katie for coming on the show!

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Nicole Bitter is a professional ultrarunner for Altra who punched her ticket to Western States this year by getting a Golden Ticket at Bandera 100K. And that was only a few months after running an impressive race at Javelina Jundred 100 miler, coming in third. Nicole has tons of experience on the Western States course, finishing 6 times prior. And this year, she is looking to really lean into the enjoyment of the race and see what she is capable of. In this episode, Nicole shares her approach of enjoyment for this year’s Western States race, how she compares this year to prior years, and the impact she’d like this to have on her life and running career. Huge thank you to Nicole for coming on the show!  SHOW LINKS: Check out Janji’s running gear and use code EVERYDAYULTRA15 at checkout for 15% off: Janji.com Follow Nicole on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nkbitter/ Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/ Check out Zach Bitter’s coaching options: zachbitter.com/coaching

Tom Evans is a professional ultrarunner for Adidas TERREX and Red Bull, and is returning for his second time to Western States 100 after a podium finish in 2019. He is also coming off a string of impressive performances with a podium finish at UTMB in 2022, a second place finish at Black Canyon 100K, and a win at Snowdonia 50K.

Tom is known as one of the most disciplined and intentional athletes in this sport, and this episode gives you a look into his approach to training. He shares a look into how he's prepared for the race, his mindset and how he embraces challenge and pain, and key strategies that he plans to execute on from Olympic Valley to Auburn.

Huge thanks to Tom for coming on the show!

Show links:

Check out Janji’s running gear and use code EVERYDAYULTRA15 at checkout for 15% off: Janji.com

Follow Tom on IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomevansultra/

Tom's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/thomasagevans

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Arlen Glick is a professional trail runner with Craft Sportswear and is returning to Western States 100 for the second time after a podium finish in his debut the last year.

In this episode, Arlen shares a look into his training for his second race here at States, how he is planning to navigate it a bit differently this year, and how his mindset approaching the race has evolved. We also look into how being a part of the Craft team has been a huge benefit in his training, running, and life.

Huge thank you to Arlen for coming on the show!

Show Links:

Check out Janji’s running gear and use code EVERYDAYULTRA15 at checkout for 15% off: Janji.com

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Mirna Valerio has made a name for herself as one of the most relatable ultrarunners in the sport. As a Lululemon Ambasssador, finisher of multiple ultras, and an author, Mirna shares her journey as an ultrarunner to show others that running is for everyone, not just the pros.

Mirna dives into the misconception that running is solely about speed and discusses the transformative power of embracing a slower pace. She emphasizes the significance of honoring your body's needs, setting realistic goals, and finding joy in the process. Mirna's refreshing take on slow running reminds us that every step forward, regardless of pace, is a step towards self-improvement and personal growth.

We also dive into cross-training, and Mirna encourages listeners to explore diverse forms of exercise, allowing for a balanced and well-rounded fitness journey.

Additionally, Mirna shares her firsthand experience training for the Lululemon Further challenge, sharing her stories, thoughts, and perspectives about the epic 6-day event upcoming next year.

Prepare to be motivated and encouraged to redefine your own running journey while prioritizing self-care and inclusivity along the way.

Huge thank you to Mirna for coming on the show!

SHOW LINKS:

Check out Zach Bitter’s Coaching Options: Zachbitter.com/coaching

Check out Zach Bitter’s Pre-Made Training Plans: Zachbitter.com/training-plansMirna’s Website: https://themirnavator.com/Follow Mirna on IG: https://www.instagram.com/themirnavator/

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How do you pick the right running shoes as an ultrarunner? With so many choices out there, it can be tough to know exactly what shoe is the best for you.

That’s why I brought my friend, Nathaniel Chan, onto the podcast as he is a shoe specialist at Sole Sports Tempe, and has such a huge in-depth knowledge of shoes and what kind of shoes are best for runners. Not only is he an expert in shoes, but he is also an ultrarunner himself, completing the Black Canyon 100K, Speedgoat 50K multiple times, and has been running for a majority of his life.

In this episode, Nathaniel shares the most important things to consider when choosing a shoe as an ultra athlete, suggestions for what type of shoes to test out to find out the best ones that work for you, if carbon-plated trail shoes are really worth the hype, and whether or not you should wear trail shoes.

This is a MASTERCLASS on shoe selection and definitely a must-listen episode.

Huge thank you to Nathaniel for making this happen!

Show Links:

Check out Zach Bitter's pre-made training plans: Zachbitter.com/training-plans

Check out Zach Bitter's coaching options: Zachbitter.com/coaching

Check out Sole Sports in AZ: https://www.solesportsrunning.com/

Follow Nathaniel on IG: https://www.instagram.com/chan_nathaniel/

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Dylan Bowman is one of the most well-known names in the world of Ultrarunning. Not only is he an incredibly accomplished athlete notching up top finishes at Leadville, Hardrock 100, Tarawera, and other competitive races. He is also the founder of Freetrail, which is one of the biggest media companies in all of trail running, consisting of podcasts, communities, race coverage, and so much more.

In this episode, Dylan dives deep into the art of pursuing dreams and, shares invaluable insights on goal setting, prioritizing values, and daring to take risks in order to transform dreams into reality. All from his experience of building Freetrial to bring his own dreams to reality.

Throughout the conversation, Dylan takes us on a journey through his own experiences throughout building Freetrail. He offers personal anecdotes and practical advice that can inspire listeners from all walks of life. His passion for pushing limits shines through as he discusses the importance of setting meaningful goals and how they act as guiding lights on the path to success.

Plus, he shares stories of the pivotal moments in his own life where he had to make daring choices to move forward and seize opportunities, inspiring listeners to embrace uncertainty and trust their instincts.

Whether you're an aspiring athlete, a professional seeking fulfillment, or simply someone with dreams waiting to be realized, this episode is a must listen.Huge thank you to Dylan coming on the show!

SHOW LINKS:

Check out Zach Bitter’s Coaching Options

Check out Zach Bitter’s Pre-Made Training Plans

Check out Freetrail

Listen to Freetrail's Podcasts

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Join the Freetrail Pro Community

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Going from one sport to ultrarunning can be an interesting experience; especially if you have big goals for yourself as an athlete. And for our guest today, he is currently going through that transition, but he is coming from THREE sports as a professional triathlete, and making the dive into the world of trail ultrarunning.

Pedro Gomes is a professional triathlete, trail runner, and athlete on the Aravaipa Racing Team who has won IRONMAN races, podiumed many triathlons, and has begun his journey into diving into the trail and ultrarunning world. Striving to always improve, Pedro’s drive for progress and desire to make the most out of life is helping him to learn quickly as he heads into the ultra world.

In this episode, Pedro describes how he went from a nonathletic background to a professional triathlete, why he believes biking is a key to building great running fitness, and how he is approaching racing ultras while also racing triathlons in the same season.

Huge thank you to Pedro for coming on the show!

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If you have big goals in ultrarunning, there are powerful mindset shifts, techniques, and ways to approach your training in ways that will help you to get the outcome you're looking for. And across my running career, I've tried tons of different approaches to taking on running goals and I love sharing them with the community. And in this episode, you'll learn all about that goal setting approach!

This episode features my interview on the Run, Lift, Grow podcast by Caleb Dille and Ryan Heeman that was posted back in April. In the episode, I share how I was able to go from a non-athlete to an ultrarunner, my approach on training and setting big goals, and suggestions for strength training as ultrarunners. I also share some of my stories from the trail competing against some of the top names in the sport.

If you ever wanted to learn more about my story and background, this is a great episode for that!

And also, check out the Run, Lift, Grow Podcast if you're looking for more running content (or are even intrigued on the bodybuilding side of things). Huge thank you to Caleb and Ryan for having me on the show!

SHOW LINKS:

Check out Zach Bitter's pre-made training plans: Zachbitter.com/training-plans

Check out Zach Bitter's coaching options: Zachbitter.com/coaching

Check out the Run, Lift, Grow Podcast: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/run-lift-grow-podcast-4e741

Follow the Run, Lift, Grow Podcast on IG: https://www.instagram.com/runliftgrowpodcast/

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Imagine having to undergo emergency surgery days before your first 100K race. It sounds like something that would be scary to come back from, but our guest today not only had that happen to him, but he also came back stronger than ever as he ended up finishing that same 100K a year later, qualified for Boston twice, and finished three 100 milers. This episode breaks down how he did it.

Henry Howard is an ultrarunner, endurance coach, and content creator with Runspirited. He has completed numerous ultramarathons, and he helps endurance athletes reach their own goals and finish races as well. 

In this episode, Henry shares how he was able to bounce back stronger than ever from emergency surgery, his key principles on training for an ultramarathon, and mindset shifts he uses in his own training and racing to help him perform well on the trail.

Huge thank you to Henry for coming on the show!

Show Links:

Pre-Order Sally McRae’s book, Choose Strong: https://tr.ee/ULp4e9mkr4

Check out Runspirited: https://www.runspirited.com/

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Follow Henry on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HenryHoward

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Known as one of the best mountain runners in the sport, Dakota Jones is a professional trail runner for NNormal based out of the Salt Lake City area. Over his career, he has notched up incredible results such as a podiums at Hardrock 100, wins at Javelina Jundred, Canyons 50K, and Broken Arrow, and tons of other races. And most recently, he won the famous Transvulcania race, which was his second win at the prestigious event.

Outside of running, Dakota is focused on giving back to the planet, as he is the Executive Director of Footprints, which is a non-profit organization that is an incubator for climate change.

In this episode, Dakota breaks down his epic win at Transvulancia, how he’s evolved as an athlete over the years through self-awareness, and how he balances pressure and fun when it comes to racing. He also shares his epic plans to bike from Utah to Olympic Valley for Western States 100 in effort to raise money through Footprints to help support climate change activism.

Huge thank you for Dakota for coming on the show!

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Go on a “run” and chat with me, Sarah Ostaszewski, and Melissa Ostaszewski for our new monthly series called “The Monthly Long Run”, where we casually chat about our takes in the ultra world, perspectives and tips on ultrarunning, and spicy commentary on what’s going on the running world.

In this inaugural episode, we dive into Sarah’s epic win at Cocodona 250 and a look into what helped her be incredibly successful. And since Melissa was crew chief for Sarah, we get an in-depth breakdown of what it took to have a dialed crew and pacer strategy that set Sarah up for success.

We also chat about what has worked (and what hasn’t worked) for us when it comes to great crews and pacers, a look into some of the most popular summer ultras (Western States and Javelina, specifically), and casual ramblings about running.

If you want us to discuss a topic on this series, let us know and we’d love to dive into it!

Huge thank you to Sarah and Melissa for jumping on as co-hosts!

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One of the most watched and celebrated athletes coming from this year’s Cocodona 250 was Sally McRae, as she geared up for her first attempt at a 200+ mile race. Thousands of people followed her journey from Black Canyon to Flagstaff, as she battled tons of adversity throughout the race, but pushed through to eventually cross the finish line as the 4th place female in the race. It was truly one of the best storylines of this year’s race!

Sally McRae is a professional ultrarunner for Nike, Bare Performance Nutrition, Leki, COROS, and Camelback who is a fan-favorite in the ultrarunning community for always being so authentic, transparent, and inspiring when it comes to sharing her journey. Known as the Yellowrunner, Sally constantly challenges herself to show the world that we all have the power to choose strong. She is also the host of the Choose Strong Podcast, is a content creator, and is the author of the upcoming book, Choose Strong, releasing on June 4th, 2023.

In this episode, Sally breaks down her biggest lessons and takeaways from Cocodona 250, a look into her strategy and some of the memorable stories from the race, and powerful insights and perspectives on racing and training that have helped her to continue to push through in times of struggle.

We are also joined by the Cocodona 250 women’s champion, Sarah Ostaszewski, on this episode who was an amazing co-host and shared some awesome commentary on the race with Sally throughout! Sarah even shares some of her insights on her race as well.

Huge thank you to Sally for coming on the show and huge thank you to Sarah for co-hosting the episode!

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Having mental tools in your toolkit during an ultramarathon is crucial to push through the inevitable low points that will pop up throughout your race. And over my years of expierience in racing, I’ve found several tools that have been super helpful for me to get through the challenges that always arise. And in this episode, I share those exact tools with you!

This episode was pulled from our monthly community calls that we have in our Everyday Ultra Patreon group where listeners get to connect with me and other runners on a monthly basis! (Feel free to join in the link below)

Huge thank you for listening and shoutout to our community members who joined us on this call!

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Peter Mortimer is an ultrarunner on the Aravaipa racing team based out of Flagstaff, AZ who has tons of experience racing in some of the most competitive ultras in the world, such as UTMB, Western States, and Tarawera. He is also a coach at 8 More Miles where he helps ultrarunners hit their goals on the trail and improve as athletes.

In this episode, Peter shares tons of valuable tips on how to improve your own ultrarunning training; including how to manage the “run-life” balance between training and running, dealing with unexpected obstacles during training and racing, and what are the key principles you need to develop to become a well-rounded athlete.

Huge thank you to Peter for coming on the show!

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No matter what your goals are as an ultrarunner, taking care of your mental health is a key part in not only improving your performance, but also keeping up your longevity in the sport. And when it comes to someone who is prioritizing their mental health in their running career, our guest today is living it out in his daily life.

Reid Burrows is a professional trail runner for Merrill and is a mental health advocate. He is striving to be one of the best trail runners in the sport, but makes sure to keep his mindset in check as he goes through the process. He also takes on lessons from when he was in a dark place in his life to help propel him forward on his running goals today as he looks to compete at the highest level.

In this episode, Reid shares how he prioritizes his mental health in his ultrarunning, his biggest keys to making progress in his running performance, and what life looks like as a professional ultrarunner.

Huge thank you to Reid for coming on the show!

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I took on the Canyons 100K in hopes of getting a Golden Ticket. But, once again, I came up way short as I battled with a ton of adversity. The kind of adversity that I didn’t expect, nor have I ever dealt with in a race before! But, in the end, I was able to get it done (even though I considered quitting), and I learned so much along the way.

In this episode, I break down all of those lessons and reflections throughout my training, my race day, and afterwards in hopes that it will help you avoid the same mistakes I made. That way, you can crush your next race (whether or not it is the Canyons 100K race!)

Huge thank you to YOU to listening in and for your support:

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Aaron Fleisher is an endurance athlete and thru-hiker based in the Southern California area who has done seven 200+ mile races over the course of 2 years. That list includes the Triple Crown of 200s and Cocodona twice! And he’s accomplished many thru-hikes on legendary trails in his career as well.

Aaron is all about having fun, making memories, and adventuring to the max when it comes to these races. But in his third year at Cocodona, he’s taking a slightly different approach: really pushing to see what his true potential is. And in this episode, he covers what that means to him and how he’s going about it.

In this episode, Aaron shares how he plans to balance having fun and being competitive with himself, how he got into 200+ milers from no running background, and his approach to crewing and pacers he plans to deploy this year.

Huge thank you to Aaron for coming on the show!

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Elle Spacek is an ultrarunner based out of Colorado who has had tons of impressive results in the ultra scene in her career. And on top of that, she is a mother to a newborn son of 14 months old. Throughout raising her son, she still stayed diligent with her training and running, while not sacrificing time spent being a great mother. And that takes a ton of commitment, discipline, and drive to do so.

And her reason? She wants to return to Cocodona 250 this year to finish the course and do her very best. In 2021, she dropped from the race at around mile 220. And ever since then, she’s been eyeing her return to this race to complete what she started. 

This episode is truly inspiring and amazing, as Elle is such an incredible person. In this episode, she chats about how she’s approaches training while being a mother to a newborn and balancing a full-time job, why finishing a race and completing a course are two different things, and how she coordinates the logistics and strategy going into a big race like Cocodona.

Huge thank you to Elle for coming on the show!

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Andrew Glaze is an ultrarunner and content creator well-known in the running community for his 3+ year streak of running 100+ miles per week consecutively. He is also a father, husband, and firefighter on top of it all, which speaks to his incredible drive to continue to do hard things, even on a busy schedule. He has amassed thousands of followers on social media as he is an inspiration to many to embrace challenge and pursue the passion of running.

And since he’s passionate about running, he is lining up for Cocodona 250 for the third time this year. But not only is he doing Cocodona again; he is ALSO lining up for the Canyons 100 miler, which is only one day before the race! Oh yeah - and he ran a 100 miler the week before this all and won it. What a beast!

In this episode, Andy talks about how he is approaching his Canyons + Cocodona double, the lessons he’s learned over the years from doing Cocodona twice, and his approach to sleep, dealing with the cold, and fueling.

Huge thank you for Andy to coming on the show!

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Known as one of the greatest 200+ mile athletes of our time, Mike McKnight is headed back to Cocodona 250 for a third time this year. Mike is a professional ultra athlete for Salomon based out of Utah, and is well known for his course record at the Triple Crown of 200s, FKT on the Colorado Trail, and his low-carb lifestyle. 

Last year, Mike came in an impressive second place at Cocodona, coming back from behind and climbing up the ranks after battling adversity throughout. And this year, he is back for revenge as he looks to perform even better than before, and to take on the Bradshaw Mountains on the original course to finally get the effort he’s looking for.

In this episode, Mike chats about his training for this year’s Cocodona, his gameplan for race-day execution, and his big motivators going into this year’s race (along with some inspiring takeaways).

Huge thank you to Mike for coming on the show!

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The Legend himself is back for round 3 of Cocodona 250! Jeff Garmire is a professional endurance athlete, thru-hiker, and author who is well known for his many FKT accomplishments, such as nabbing the unsupported records for the John Muir Trail, Arizona Trail, and Colorado Trail, only to name a few out of the many records he has. He is also the author of the book, Free Outside.

Jeff is one of the amazing athletes who is taking on Cocodona for a third time. And in this race, he’s not only looking to do better than the last two races after learning a ton from them; he’s also looking to have loads of fun throughout the race, which is one of the main reasons he’s coming back for another year.

In this episode, Jeff shares how listening to his body has been such a gamechanger when it comes to training and racing, his viewpoint on learning that has allowed him to level up as an athlete, and some of his favorite tools he plans to use at Cocodona to help him finish the race strong.

Huge thank you to Jeff for coming on the show!

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Aliza Lapierre is a professional ultrarunner for Salomon based out of Vermont, and has an accomplished history of multiple ultra wins and a podium and top 10 finishes at Western States 100. 

With a decorated resume of tons of epic finishes, Aliza looks to add to that list by taking on her first 200+ mile journey at Cocodona 250 this year. And with that, she’s excited for the newness of the adventure and to celebrate longevity in the sport throughout the race.

In this episode, Aliza shares an insight into her training for Cocodona 250, how she approaches taking on competitive fields and her goals in the race, and what her strategy is for race day.

Huge thank you to Aliza for coming on the show!

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Sally McRae is a professional ultrarunner and mountain athlete for Bare Performance Nutrition, Nike, Leki, Coros, and Camelbak. She is also the host of the Choose Strong Podcast, and is a content creator where she uses her platform to encourage others to live strong and courageously no matter the circumstance. And she is a mother and wife on top of it all.

Last year, Sally endured the epic Choose Strong project, spanning 5 different races covering 507 miles within 81 days; a truly incredible accomplishment. And now, she is gearing up for her first 200+ mile race at Cocodona 250. But not only is she doing Cocodona; she is also doing Moab 240, Tahoe 200, and Bigfoot 200 all in the same year as well!

In this episode, Sally shares how she approached her training for Cocodona 250, her mental strategy for taking on a race distance that she is new at, and her strategy for race day.

Huge thank you to Sally for coming on the show!

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Chadd Wright is an ultra-endurance athlete, retired Navy SEAL, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur who will be running his first 200+ mile race at this year’s Cocodona 250. He is also the founder of the Three of Seven Project and is the host of the Three of Seven Podcast.

Known for his success at the infamous Midstate Mile and his incredible tenacity when it comes to pushing through tough challenges, Chadd will be taking on Cocodona this year and putting his mental and physical skills to the test.

In this episode, Chadd shares his reasons for doing Cocodona 250 and why it’s so important for him to do this race, his keys for staying consistent admist juggling tons of other priorities in life, and his mental strategies for pushing through difficulty and how he plans to utilize them during Cocodona.

Huge thanks to Chadd for coming on the show!

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Sarah Ostaszewski is an ultrarunner for Tailwind based out of Flagstaff, AZ who is competing for the third time at Cocodona 250 in 2023! 

Last year, Sarah took 3rd place at Cocodona. And this year, she is back to take on the race for the third time as she seeks to have her best finish yet. Known for her grit and tenacity when it comes to ultras, Sarah is locked in to take on the field and have tons of fun along the way during the race.

Also in this episode, Melissa Ostaszewski joins us as she shares her perspective from crewing and pacing Sarah over the past two Cocodonas, as well as going to crew and pace her again this year.

In this episode, Sarah shares an insight into her training for this year’s Cocodona, how she plans to approach this year’s race differently from the last one, and strategies to lock in her crewing strategy, as well as her mindset going into the race.

Huge thank you to Sarah and Melissa for coming on the show!

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Ryan Lange is an ultra-endurance athlete, entrepreneur, and running coach who has completed all three 200 mile races in the Destination Trail Series, has completed multiple ultramarathons, and runs his own companies at the young age of 26 years old. Going through a massive transformation both physically and mentally, Ryan was able to turn himself from someone who was overweight and picked on in high school, to an ultrarunner and entrepreneur who is incredibly fulfilled today.

A few keys to his success has been building discipline, confidence, and grit as a runner. And in this episode, he covers how he is able to build all of those things in his life (so you can too). 

Huge thank you to Ryan for coming on the show!

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It’s fun to go fast when it comes to trail races. And our guest definitely agrees with that statement as she is no stranger to hitting the podium at shorter course trail races, while having tons of fun all the way through!

Today, we’re chatting with Megan Kupres who is a trail runner based out of Arizona who is currently on the Aravaipa Racing Team. Megan has made a name for herself as one of the top short-course trail racers in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area, notching up tons of wins and podium finishes at short-course trail races in the area.

In this episode, Megan shares how she approaches training based on having fun (as opposed to following a strict structure), how she bounced back from injury to come back stronger than ever, and her path to achieving her goal of getting on the Aravaipa Racing Team.

Huge thank you to Megan for coming on the show!

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Family, self-belief, and community are three things that most people value in life; so when it comes to ultrarunning, how can we lean into those things while also bettering ourselves to be a better endurance athlete?

Corinne Shalvoy hops on the podcast today to share all about those three things, as she is a mother of two, an ultrarunner on the Aravaipa Racing team, and a community leader for various running groups. She is also on the Rabbit Elite team as well and has notched up tons of incredible results in the trail running scene.

In this episode, Corinne shares how she balances being an ultrarunner while also being a mom of two, how she builds self-belief and confidence when it comes to running, and her tips for finding a running community no matter where you live.

Huge thank you to Corinne for coming on the show!

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While most teenagers never get into the Ultrarunning scene, our guest today jumped right into the madness of the sport at a young age. And given his love for pushing himself, finding out what he’s capable of, and seeking new challenges, he’s been on a track to become one of the more noteworthy names in the sport.

Our guest today is Owen Thornton, and he’s a 19-year old ultrarunner based out of North Carolina. And he’s already notched up impressive results such as top 20 at Javelina Jundred, a win at Unico 100M, and several podium finishes at other ultras.

In this episode, Owen shares how he’s been able to make progress so quickly at a young age in ultrarunning, why he is training on a 3-workouts-in-a-row plan, and stories on how he was able to bounce back from low points in some of his past races.

Huge thank you to Owen for being on the show!

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The Barkley Marathons is known as one of the hardest (if not, THE hardest) ultramarathon in the world; only amassing about 17 finishers since the race’s start in 1986. It takes a level of grit, determination, and internal motivation to complete the 5-loop adventure in Tennessee. And today’s guest is someone who has finished it TWICE.

John Kelly is an endurance athlete for La Sportiva, who is a two-time Barkley finisher, and is an accomplished mountain runner. On top of his finishes at the race that eats its young, he also has top ten finishes at Bandera 100K and Hardrock 100K. And outside of running, he is a family man and the CTO of Envelop Risk.

Since John has been on multiple podcasts recapping his second Barkley finish, we decided to take a different approach on this episode, and chatted more about his approach towards goal setting, his relationship with suffering, finding meaning and fullfillment in life, and how to get better at anything. This is truly a special episode!

Huge thank you to John for coming on the show!

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Being ranked 10th Ultrarunner of the Year in 2022, Rich Lockwood is an athlete who loves the joy of running, while also setting his eyes to compete with some of the best in the sport. And that love for the mountains and competition awarded him the 10th ranked Ultrarunner of the Year in 2022.

Based out of the Seattle, Washington area, Rich Lockwood has been ascending up the ranks as one of the best runners in our sport. Winning Run Rabbit Run last year, coming second in Doi Inthanon, and first at Tushers 100K, Rich has been taking the ultrarunning world by storm.

And in this episode, Rich shares his keys to success when it comes to mountain running, his approach to racing internationally for the first time last year, and how he has made progress to become one of the best athletes in our sport.

Huge thank you to Rich for coming on the show!

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Today’s guest put up an incredible race at one of the most competitive 100K races in the world last month at Black Canyon, coming in 8th place male in an incredibly stacked field. But the coolest part about it? He was just over 30th place when he was 20 miles into the race. Meaning, he made some massive moves out there.

A big part to his success? Building confidence and believing in himself to never give up. And this belief has led Elliot Cardin to accomplish many great things in his running career, including a previous Golden Ticket win, multiple first place and podium finishes, and being a professional runner.

Elliot Cardin is a professional runner for Norda based in Canada, and is making a name for himself as one of the biggest up and coming athletes in the sport. Coming from a skateboarding background, he quickly found his passion in running and pushing himself. And now, he’s taking on the trails to pursue his biggest dreams as a professional runner.

In this episode, Elliot shares how he’s able to build massive confidence in himself during his training and races, his approach to training and how to make it both impactful and fun, and his strategies to bulletproof his mindset when it comes to competing.

We are also joined by a Co-host, Brian Peterson, who paced Elliot during Black Canyon, and who is associated with Norda as well.

Huge thank you to Elliot for coming on the show and to Brian for co-hosting!

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When it comes to fan-favorite athletes in the sport, our guest today is on the top of that list, as she’s solidified herself as one of the top ultrarunners in the game. Most recently, she won the Black Canyon 100K, breaking the course record and securing a Golden Ticket to Western States. And she’s also won Lake Sonoma, placed top 10 at Western States, and top 5 at CCC to name a few of many impressive results.

But on top of all of that, Keely Henninger is a force for good and change in the sport, as she is an advocate for promoting healthy training for athletes in order to help reach her potential. And through her sharings on social media, interviews, and the work she does as a scientist, her advice is helping runners become better endurance athletes and better humans.

Keely Henninger is a professional trail runner for Altra based out of Portland, Oregon. She is also a scientist in physiology and and biomechanics, where she is doing incredible work uncovering how athletes can treat their body better.

And in this episode, Keely shares how her training has evolved over the years to find more sustainability and enjoyment in the sport, keys to fueling smarter to perform better in your running, and how to develop a deeper trust with your body to hit your goals.

Huge thank you to Keely for coming on the show!

LINKS:

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For every day runners, fitting in all of the training for an ultramarathon can be a beast in its own right. Add on to the fact that we all face some sort of mental blocks during the training, and it can be easy to see the obstacles we face during our running as a struggle.

But for our guest today, she sees training and running through a different lens: one where you have to love running like you are in a relationship with it. And when you do that, you not only love running more; but you’re able to endure through the challenges you face in training much more.

Our guest today is Brittany Edmiston who is an ultrarunner located in the Phoenix, AZ area. She is also a mother who makes it a priority to be the best mom she can be, while also getting in her ultra training to hit her goals; most recently being finishing her first 100 miler at the Javelina Jundred this past October!

Brittany is an inspiring runner who strives to be her very best, and shares her takeaways throughout her training to the running community. And in this episode, she shares how she’s been able to develop a deep love for her training and running, how she’s able to fit in her ultra training on top of being a mother, and her perspective on taking on big goals in the sport.

Huge thank you to Brittany for coming on the show!

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Winning a Golden Ticket to Western States doesn’t happen by luck. It takes a lot of mental fortitude and fitness to get there, and the ones who do earn it have built tons of success in their ultrarunning journey.

Ttoday’s guest definitely fits that description, as she recently won a Golden Ticket at this year’s Black Canyon 100K a few weeks ago, placing in 3rd in an incredibly stacked women’s field. And to pull it off, she implemented tons of lessons, learnings, and experience she gained in prior races to reach her big goal out in the desert on that day. And she is definitely someone to watch as she is one of the rising stars in our sport!

Today, we’re chatting with Meg Morgan who is an athlete for La Sportiva based in Boulder, CO. Meg has not only won a Golden Ticket at Black Canyon, but has also placed top 10 female at Canyons 100K and Bandera, as well as being the winner of Never Summer 100K, all within less than 3 years in the ultra scene!

In this episode, Meg shares the biggest lessons she’s learned from her racing and training that has helped her succeed, her approach to mindset when it comes to running, and how she pulled off the Golden Ticket win at Black Canyon.

Huge thank you to Meg for coming on the show!

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When it comes to entering the sport of trail running, there is no “by the book” path that is clear on how to best approach it. While Track & Field and road running have that clearer path, trail is something that seems like it has been more of a “figure it out” operation for those who want to develop a career in the sport.

That is why Andy Wacker, professional runner for Salomon, decided to create The Trail Team; a team designed independently support and develop rising athletes into the best professional trail runners in the world through mentorship, skill development, and media exposure.

On the trail team, there are 6 rising athletes who are all names destined to become some of the top names in the sport of trail running over the years. And on this episode, we feature three of those athletes, along with Andy Wacker.

And in this episode, the athletes share about their background, why it’s important for them to have a cross-athlete lifestyle throughout the program, and their best advice for those who want to pursue trail running.

On top of that, Andy also shares the details about the Trail team, how he plans to run the program, and the why behind the organization.

About the athletes featured:

Anna Gibson is a collegiate athlete who runs for the University of Washington, where she anchored her team's Distance Medley Relay to the NCAA record. On the track she specializes in the 800m, 1500m and mile. She placed 5th at her first US Mountain Championships in 2021. Last year, she placed 4th at her first World Cup event in Saint Gervais, France. She aspires to compete professionally on the track and in the mountains.

Christian Allen is a runner who currently runs for BYU and is a WSU alumni as well. He is a two-time All-American in Cross Country. Christian attended both Weber State and Brigham Young University. Christian holds track personal bests of 28:26 in the 10,000m and 13:34 in the 5,000m. Christian AKA Slim, is looking forward to hitting the trail circuit this summer, specifically, “the suffer fest of hammering grueling climbs”.

Meikael Beaudoin-Rousseau is a runner for Stanford University, which he represented in four NCAA Cross Country Championships. In 2019, he raced internationally for the US at the U20 World Cross Country Championships in Aarhus, Denmark. His first trail race was the 2021 USATF Mountain Running Championship in which he placed 7th. In his free time, he enjoys climbing and mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada, where he holds a number of speed records (FKTs).

Huge thank you to Andy, Anna, Christian, and Meikael for coming on the show!

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