When it comes to ultrarunners who had an incredible 2023, Tara Dower is certainly on that list: with setting the FKT on the Colorado Trail, winning Run Rabbit Run, and placing well at competitive races like JFK 50, Tara is not only an accomplished runner; but one who is well-rounded.
In this episode, Tara shares insights into her training, nutrition, and racing strategies that have helped her to succeed in her career. This includes her nutrition strategy, how she trains for mountains living in Virginia Beach, and mental strategies she uses to get through the low points.
Tara is a professional ultrarunner, content creator and thru-hiker. And she is our incredible guest in this episode.Huge thank you to Tara for coming on the show!
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Tara Dower on Ultra Racing & Training Strategies, Lessons, and Reflections

Tips on how to be a better endurance athlete, every day, directly from the world's best runners!


Whether you participate in endurance races as a hobby, or you're a competitive ultra-endurance athlete, this podcast will help you achieve your goals when it comes to racing, training, and recovery.


The show is hosted by Ultra-Endurance athlete, Joe Corcione, who has competed in Ultramarathons, Ultratriathlons, and Ironman races.

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Ashley Paulson recently took on the Cocodona 250 miler as her first 200+ mile attempt. And out of the experience, she finished top 10 female, but also, she overcame so much adversity that made this race incredibly meaningful to her.


And with Ashley being an incredibly accomplished athlete, including winning Badwater twice, winning every 100 miler she's done, and nabbing top finishes at many ultras and triathlons, this 250 mile race was another incredible feat she accomplished.


On top of it all, she's a mother, wife, and devoted family member who also makes that her number one priority.


In this episode, Ashley shares stories and takeaways from her Cocodona experience, including how to stay strong and positive (even when everything is going wrong), how to learn from setbacks, and how to problem solve on the go, even when dealing with a problem you've never faced before.


Huge thank you to Ashley for coming on the show!


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Ashley Paulson on Cocodona 250 Lessons, Dealing With Mental Lows, and How to Bounce Back From Setbacks

Pacing is one of the hardest things to nail down as an ultrarunner. And the longer the distance we go, the trickier it gets.
But there is a way to master the art of pacing. And in this episode, we chat with Endurance Expert, Matthew Fitzgerald who breaks down everything you need to know about how to pace the perfect race.
Whether you’re racing a 50K or 100 miler, this episode will teach you: 

 How to build the skill of perfectly pacing an ultra

 Workouts you can implement to get more in-tune with pacing better, 

  How to formulate your race strategy to run a well-paced ultra

  The mindset you need to develop for effective pacing.


Matthew Fitzgerald is an endurance coach, author, and acclaimed expert in the endurance world, authoring multiple books in the space. His book: “How to Run the Perfect Race” breaks down how to pace efficiently and effectively, and is one of the many books he’s written on race physiology, mindset, and performance. 
Huge thank you to Matt for coming on the show!
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Check Out Matt’s book on pacing, “How to Run the Perfect Race”: https://www.amazon.com/How-Run-Perfect-Race-Through-ebook/dp/B0CSZLMRJW
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Pacing an Ultramarathon: How to Run Your Best Race Through Perfect Pacing

What does it take to train for a 200+ mile ultra?


It can seem like a mystery. With little research and the distance still being niche, it can be tough to find good information about how to best train.


But fear not! In this episode, I share all the best practices and tips I learned from tons of athletes who trained for a 200+ mile race, as well as leaning on my experience from training for Cocodona 250, which ended up in me finishing the race within my goals.


In this episode, I'll share the training principles to follow for a 200 mile race, the things you must do, and how to structure your training so you are prepared to take on the distance.


Thank you so much for listening to the episode!


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Want me to design your 200 mile training as your coach to help you hit your goals? Email me at everydayultrapodcast@gmail.com to inquire.


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How to Train for a 200 Mile Ultra: Training Structure, Must-Do's, and Mistakes to Avoid

What does it take to train for a 100-miler? Our guest today is here to share his experience training for his very first 100-miler at the Bighorn 100, which is coming up in a few weeks. And he's dialed and ready to go when it comes to nutrition, mindset, and his approach to the race.


Today, Jeremy Miller joins us on the podcast, and he's one of the most well-known content creators in the running world. Amassing multiple Boston Qualifying marathon times, multiple 50 mile finishes and a 100K finish (all while crushing it in the gym), Jeremy has tons of experience in the running and fitness world. 


And in this episode, he shares his biggest principles for running success, and how that applies to taking on his first 100 miler in a few weeks.


We cover everything from how to get in climbing training (even in a flat area), how to get out of a bad mental spot in a race, nutrition, and mindset. And we even cover a bit about content creation tips and the state of the running industry.


Huge thank you to Jeremy for coming on the show!


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Want to be coached by me for your next ultramarathon? Send an inquiry to everydayultrapodcast@gmail.com


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Jeremy Miller on 100-Mile Training, Running Nutrition Tips, and Mindset Strategies

I completed the Cocodona 250 this past week and wow; what an absolute ride it was! 


It was the most difficult thing I have ever accomplished, and I learned so many lessons along the way that truly will help not just my ultrarunning; but also my life.


And in this episode, I break down all of the details of the race for you, including the highs, the lows, what I used for gear, etc. 


So, if you're planning to race your next big ultra, this episode will give you the tips and mental strategies to help you push on whenever it gets tough out there.


Thank you so much for listening to the podcast!


SHOW LINKS:


Want to be coached by me for your next ultra? Send me an email at everydayultrapodcast@gmail.com to inquire.


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Tara Dower on Ultra Racing & Training Strategies, Lessons, and Reflections

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