Chasing Trails Podcast

In this episode, trail runner Chrissy Cusack shares her journey from a novice to an accomplished trail runner, recounting her first race experience and the lessons learned along the way. She discusses her transition to longer distances, including her first ultra marathon, and the challenges that come with it. Chrissy also highlights her role as the coordinator for community development with the Trans Canada Trail, emphasizing the importance of volunteerism and community engagement in maintaining the trail network. The conversation wraps up with her favorite sections of the trail and the impact it has on communities across Canada.

This week the boys had a great conversation with local trail runner and founder of the Fredericton Women's Trail Running Group Trailmix. We spend some time sharing our love of trail snacks as well as her journey from being a non-runner to a passionate trail runner, highlighting the importance of community, the joy of trail running, and the unique experiences that come with it. She discusses her upcoming races, the camaraderie among women in trail running, and the challenges of balancing family life with her running ambitions.

In this episode of the Chasing Trails Podcast it's just the boys as they sit down and talk about their training mishaps from the past week as well as play a little fun game of Would you Rather. It's fun, it's unprofessional it's classic chasing trails. Enjoy!

In this conversation, Wayne Walsh shares his journey into ultra running, detailing his experiences with various races, including the UTMB and local events in Newfoundland. He discusses the unique challenges of trail running in Newfoundland, the growth of the trail running community, and his training strategies. Wayne also reflects on the different race formats, including the backyard ultra, and shares his future racing plans.Wayne's Instagram

In this engaging conversation, Mark Hemmings shares his multifaceted journey as an author, photographer, ultra marathoner, and coffee enthusiast. He discusses the unique blend of photography and running, how he uses photography as motivation to run, and his ambitious goals for marathon running. Mark also shares his experiences leading trail running groups in Japan, compares beautiful running locations around the world, and outlines his future running aspirations.

To see more of what Mark is up to:

https://airelibre.earth/japan-2025

https://markhemmings.com

https://www.strava.com/athletes/32318210

In this conversation,  @sachinmotion  shares his journey of running across Canada to raise awareness and funds for mental health and addiction recovery. He emphasizes the importance of having a purpose beyond oneself, the inspiring responses from the community, and the impact of sharing personal stories. Sach encourages those struggling with mental health to reach out for help and highlights the significance of social media in connecting with others. He discusses his fundraising goals and the charities he supports, as well as his personal growth and shifting goals throughout his journey.

To find out more you can go check out https://sachinmotion.ca

This week the boys sit down with 63yr old ultra runner Mark Campbell. We talk about what it's like to run at his age, what he does to get ready to run and why he loves doing it.https://www.nutratology.com - promo code CHASINGTRAILS10https://www.saintjohntrailrunning.comhttps://www.resiliencethroughfitness.com

The boys shake off the rust and kick off season three with guest Mark McColgan from Saint John Trail Running as they talk about the rundown of races this year as well as the launch of the the new SJTR Trail Series. It's a great peek into the Atlantic Canadian Trail Running and Ultra scene. You'll love it. Thanks to our Sponsors: Saint John Trail Runninghttps://www.saintjohntrailrunning.comResilience Through Fitnesshttps://www.resiliencethroughfitness.com

For this special Christmas episode the boys spread some holiday cheer by talking about their recommended stocking stuffers and by chatting with Colin Swift about what shoes you'd like to see under the tree and the best shoe of 2024!

Make sure you go and comment on our instagram post about who you'd like to have an Egg Nog Spice Coffee with to win an exclusive Chasing Trails Mug and a bag of coffee.

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The boys spend some time reflecting on the year that was and some of the best moments of Season 2.