Prepping for the Long Haul 100: Training, Mindset, and Fueling Strategies with Kevin

With just two days to go before toeing the line at the Long Haul 100, Kevin takes us behind the scenes of his year-long build toward a 100-mile ultra marathon. In this episode, we dive into what really went into his preparation—from how his training evolved over time, to the mindset shifts that made the biggest difference, to the fueling strategies he’s using to go the distance.

Kevin reflects on lessons learned from past ultras, the mistakes he didn’t repeat this time around, and how he’s learned to stay flexible when things don’t go according to plan (because in ultras… they never do). We also talk mental toughness, adapting in the moment, and why preparation is about more than just logging miles.

We wrap up by sharing how you can follow Kevin’s race in real time and what to expect in our post-race recap episode once the dust (and miles) settle.

00:59 Kevin's Current State and Mindset

02:23 Kevin's Ultra Marathon Journey

09:38 Training Insights and Adjustments

24:45 Balancing Training with Life

28:27 Setting Ambitious Goals

31:29 Fueling Strategy for Ultra Running

34:54 Training the Stomach for Endurance

42:27 Mindset and Race Strategy

47:39 Final Preparations and Expectations

51:19 Follow the Race Live

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