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In this episode of the pod, Troy Meadows has a conversation with Deb Hambertlin. Deb Hamberlin, an experienced ultra runner and running coach, shares her journey into trail running and her love for the Grand Canyon. She discusses her involvement in the Free Trail community and the support she receives from the Free Trail Femmes group. Deb also talks about her local running group, Team Vitesse, and her coaching business, Kestrel Coaching LLC. Deb Hamberlin shares her strategies for balancing work, family, and multiple real estate companies. She emphasizes the importance of structure, organization, and setting boundaries to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Deb also discusses the significance of making time for hobbies and fun activities, such as skiing and racing. She shares her upcoming race schedule, including the Tahoe 200 and Javelina Jundred, and highlights the challenges and rewards of participating in ultra races. In this conversation, Deb Hamberlin and Troy discuss the importance of creating longevity in the sport of ultra running. They explore the mental and physical aspects of maintaining endurance as athletes age, including the need to reframe expectations and focus on overall well-being. Deb emphasizes the importance of incorporating strength training, yoga, and cross-training to prevent injuries and maintain balance. The conversation concludes with a discussion on choosing the right races and finding satisfaction in the sport at any age.

Deb’s Personal Links

IG - @debrunsfar

FB - debhamberlin 

Website - KestrelCoachingLLC.com

Things we talked about on the show

Sweat Magazine

UESCA Ultra Running Certification

Team Vitesse - Giggle Till It Hurts

Los Vegas Marathon

Tuscon Marathon

Boston Marathon

The Relay

R2R2R

American River 50

San Tan 50k

Cold Water 100k

Big Alta 50k

Crown King 50k

Tahoo 200

Javalina Jundred

Mogollon Monster

Across The Years

Chapters

02:07 Transition to Trail Running

07:12 The Grand Canyon and Ultra Running

18:08 Free Trail Femmes and Community Support

23:47 Team Vitesse and Local Running Group

32:57 Balancing Work and Coaching

41:45 Creating Structure and Organization

50:49 Balancing Business and Parenting

01:07:33 The Javelina Jundred Experience

01:10:34 The Mogollon Monster 100

01:11:46 Creating Longevity in the Sport

01:13:10 Mental and Physical Aspects of Longevity

01:14:27 Incorporating Strength Training and Yoga

01:15:49 Importance of Nutrition and Blood Work

01:18:19 Consistency in Training

01:19:39 Age and Endurance Sports

01:20:53 Reframing and Balancing Life as an Athlete

01:22:20 Choosing the Right Races

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