Everyday Ultra

When people set a goal in running, the first thing that people naturally start planning out is their training plan. And of course, training plans are totally important! But what is just as important (and maybe even more important) is how you build your mindset going into a big running goal.

And today’s guest is an incredible example of someone who has mastered his mindset to accomplish big goals in his very early running career!

Today, we have the honor and privilege of chatting with Matt Choi! Matt is an accomplished runner, athlete, and content creator who is currently inspiring hundreds of thousands of people across the world with his inspirational message.

Matt has completed one of the toughest 100 milers in the United States, qualified for the Boston Marathon by running a sub 3 hour marathon, and has completed other ultras in only a 3-year span of running.

How did he do it? He explains all about it in this episode, so you can accomplish any running goal that you set your mind to!

In this episode, Matt shares the most important mental skills you must develop to truly be successful in running, the steps to take to accomplish any running goal, and valuable lessons he learned from running his first 100 miler.

HUGE thank you to Matt for this episode! This is a must-listen!

Also, we are joined by a co-host and my very good friend, Ryan Kalan on this episode as well!

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Matt’s 100 Miler Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZumLgNttU4

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The three worst letters in the ultra world are DNF, all because they stand for “Did Not Finish” and mark the incompletion of a race that you probably worked hard to train for.

DNF’s are painful. There is no way around it. Especially after you likely put in tons of time and energy to prepare for your race, only to have it not go the way that you intended.

So, in this episode, I share tons of tips to help you prevent a DNF in your next race as best as you possibly can, based on my experience of finishing tons of ultras. But since I have also dealt with a DNF in the past, I share from my mistakes as well.

And if you are currently dealing with a DNF, I totally get it. And that is why I included some tips on how to deal with and bounce back from a DNF so you can get back on the path to redemption in your next ultra.

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For runners, there never is a one-size-fits all option when it comes to training. Everyone comes from different backgrounds, different lifestyles, and different preferences. So, when you approach your training plan for your next big goal, it’s crucial to be aware of your own specific needs before diving into the miles.

Thankfully, Forrest Boughner joins us today on the podcast to share his tips and suggestions on how to best shape your training when it comes to running!

Forrest is the Lead Guide and Coach for Alpine Running Guides, which is a coaching and guiding company for runners. Forrest has 12+ years of coaching experience, holds course records and podiums across the West, and is a USATF Certified Coach. He has extensive experience and knowledge when it comes to trail running, mountain running, and road running so he’s the go-to guy for this episode!

In this episode, Forrest shares his suggestions on the most important things to consider when diving into a training block, how to fit in your everyday lifestyle with running, and how to approach your training in a sustainable way.

Plus, Forrest is hosting a winter trail running retreat in Tucson, AZ this upcoming January! Join him and Adam Peterman (yep, the Western States 100 champion!) for days of running tons of trails, exploring the beautiful AZ desert, great food, and comfortable lodging. You can sign up here to save your spot: https://www.alpinerunningguides.com/team/forrest-boughner

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Adam Peterman took the ultra running world by storm when he became the new champion of the legendary Western States 100 race this past June, adding to his already impressive resume in the running world.

Having won every single ultra he’s participated in, HOKA athlete Adam Peterman has solidified himself as one of the best athletes in the ultra running sport to date. Not only did he win Western States (which was his first 100 miler ever to make things even more impressive), he also won the Canyons 100k, the JFK 50 miler, and the Speedgoat 50k by breaking Jim Walmsley’s seemingly unreachable course record. All back-to-back-to-back. The dude is on such a hot streak!

In this episode, I joined Adam in his hometown of Missolua, Montana where he recapped his entire Western States experience, along with his biggest takeaways of what led to his success during his epic win.

Adam covers it all in this episode: from incredible race stories at Western, to training tips and strategies, to mindset and the mental game; it’s all in this episode. And it’s definitely my favorite episode that we’ve done to date.

This is also Adam’s second appearance on the Everyday Ultra podcast - so if you’re interested in learning more about his background and training philosophy, feel free to tune in to the episode we did with him earlier in the year!

Huge thank you to Adam Peterman for making this interview happen! He is one of the kindest dudes I’ve met in the ultra community and such an awesome friend.

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One of the hottest formats in Ultrarunning is the backyard ultra; which is a format that takes place in, you guessed it: a backyard.

The rules are simple: every hour, you’ll run a 4.167 mile loop until you can’t anymore. But there’s a catch: you have to finish the loop before the hour ends. And you keep going until there is only one person left in the race.

If you’re thinking about training for a backyard ultra, want to dive deep into what a backyard ultra race looks like, or are just curious to learn more about the format, this is the episode for you!

Today we have on Chris Murphy who is an accomplished ultra runner hailing from Australia. Chris has completed Big’s Backyard Ultra, (add stats here)

And in this episode, Chris breaks down all of the nitty-gritty details behind how he trained for these races, what his best advice is for backyard ultras, and some amazing stories from his experience.

Huge shoutout to Chris for coming on the episode here!

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Running in the heat is absolutely brutal. Whether you’re dealing with the muggy, humid heat. Or scorching dry temperatures of the desert or alpine mountains, running in the heat is a struggle for most runners.

But, it doesn’t have to be that way! In fact, there are simple tricks and training approaches that can make running in the heat an easier task, more enjoyable, and less of a damper when it comes to your training.

Taking my own experience of running in the 100+ degree weather heat in Arizona and from chatting with some of the world’s best heat runners, I decided to put together this episode to share 5 tips that can help you improve your running in super hot weather.

Whether you implement one or all five of these tips, I’m sure there is something in this episode that will help you greatly!

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When it comes to mental toughness and a “no quit” attitude when it comes to ultra running, Katie Asmuth embodies these qualities to the fullest. But not only is she tough; she also is filled with tons of gratitude, love, and admiration for the sport of ultrarunning. Which is likely one of the many reasons why she is one of the top athletes in the sport.

Katie Asmuth is a professional trail runner residing in Mammoth Lakes, CA and is sponsored by Saucony, Nathan, XOSKIN, and Fluid Sports Nutrition. She has podiumed tons of ultramarathons, including winning the Bandera 100k, the Black Canyon 60k, and coming in second in IMTUF 100. She has also placed in the top 10 of Western States 100 twice.

She is also a mother of two and nurse practitioner, which is incredibly inspiring!

Coming off an awe-inspiring effort at the 2022 Western States 100 where she finished in the top 10 despite massive GI issues, Katie shares her biggest takeaways from the race and the mindset she harnessed when things got incredibly tough for her. She also shares the biggest lessons she’s learned along her running journey, as well as some amazing stories from the Western States race.

Huge thank you to Katie for coming on the show and for being so amazing!

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Often times, there are runners who seem to take the competitive field by storm; winning a ton of races and doing so in impressive times. And today’s guest definitely falls into that category, as he’s been racking up tons of wins in the ultra scene over the past year.

His resume includes winning the 2021 Javelina Jundred to secure his Golden Ticket into Western States 100, winning the Mochican 100 miler, winning the Burning River 100 miler, and winning the Umstead 100 miler.

Today’s guest is the amazing Arlen Glick! Arlen is an ultrarunner hailing from the great state of Ohio, and is one of the most well known ultra runners from that area. He is currently getting ready to race in this weekend’s Western States 100, as it is his first time toeing the line in Olympic Valley for the legendary race.

In this episode, Arlen shares how he progressed so quickly in the world of ultrarunning, stories on how he was able to pull off massive comebacks in an ultramarathon, and how he’s preparing for Western States 100.

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If you’re an endurance athlete, there’s no doubt you’re spending a ton of time when it comes to training. And sometimes, spending all of that time out on the trails or the roads can lead to a sense of burnout, lack of enjoyment, or a feeling of stagnation.

But, with a shift in your mindset and approaching the way you train, you can not only avoid burning out in your training; but you can also deepen your love for running and endurance.

And in this episode, we feature hybrid athlete, ultrarunner, and content creator, Mak Smith on the podcast who delivers an absolute masterclass when it comes to deepening your love for endurance in a sustainable way.

Mak has completed multiple ultramarathons, competes at the Elite level in Spartan Races and HYROX races, and also ventures into the world of backpacking. She is extremely popular on TikTok and social media, as her unwavering authenticity through her content and sharing her journey has grabbed the hearts of thousands.

Plus, she is also the host of the podcast, Gremlin Talk, where she covers everything from embracing your inner wildness, to navigating dating in your twenties to, developing a healthy relationship with running and training.

Throughout her way, Mak has found a way to approach training for all of these sports that leaves her more fulfilled and joyous; and in this episode she covers how you can do the same thing in your training.

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When it comes to the best of the best in ultrarunning, Zach Bitter is a name that undoubtedly is included in that list. Known for his incredibly fast times out on the trails and the track in ultra-distances, Zach has accomplished some incredible feats in the world of ultrarunning.

To name a few of his many accomplishments, Zach has broken the record for fastest 100 mile time at 11 hours, 19 minutes, and 13 seconds. He broke the 12 hour record for miles ran in that timeframe at 104.88 miles. And he is a three time National Champion, winning the 50 mile distance twice and the 100km distance once.

He is also a running coach who works with tons of athletes to help them hit their running goals and crush their races. In fact, Zach is my current running coach and helped me accomplish my first 100 mile finish! On top of that, Zach also hosts the Human Performance Outliers Podcast, where he features the world’s top athletes to share how their best tips and strategies for high performance.

Plus, he’s been featured on The Joe Rogan Podcast, and has been the coach to many influential athletes, such as Nick Bare.

So, to say the least, it was so special to have him on the Everyday Ultra podcast!

In this episode, Zach shares his training philosophy and what has led to his own success, how you can run a faster ultramarathon, and mental tricks that you can use to hack your brain to keep pushing whenever it gets tough.

Whether you’re a beginner to the world of ultrarunning, or a seasoned veteran of the sport, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

Zach’s Website: https://zachbitter.com/

Work with Zach as your coach, or invest in one of his training plans: https://zachbitter.com/coaching

Listen to the Human Performance Outliers Podcast: https://zachbitter.com/hpo

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