Everyday Ultra

Every ultrarunner has a story. We all have that one race that totally changed our life. We all have those internal struggles that led us to want to continue to push ourselves. And we all have that inner desire to strive for bigger goals, while enjoying the rewards that come from each finish line.

And in this episode, I share my own story. As the Everyday Ultra Podcast grew, many of you have been asking to have someone interview me: so, that’s exactly what this is episode is.

Today, I pass off the interviewing role to Chris Ronzio, the Founder and CEO of Trainual, and Jonathan Ronzio, the CMO of Trainual, who are both the incredible leaders I work with at my day job at Trainual. These two amazing guys asked me some deep questions about my background, how I got into ultrarunner, my approach to training and life, and lessons that everyone can apply to be a better endurance athlete, every day.

This is my story. And I hope that there’s something to learn from my journey that will help you conquer your biggest challenges, while also creating the fulfilling life that you desire for yourself.

Follow Joe on Instagram: @joecorcione

Follow Chris Ronzio on Instagram: @chrisronzio

Follow Jonathan on Instagram: @jonathanronzio

Listen to Jonathan’s podcast, The Stokecast: https://exploreinspired.com/stokecast/

Listen to Chris’s podcast, Organize Chaos: https://www.chrisronzio.com/podcasts

The 100-mile distance is the gold standard for ultra runners. And chances are if you are in the ultra endurance world, you've probably thought about completing one (if you haven't already). 

So, in this episode, I'm breaking down all of the tips that helped me finish my 100 mile race, along with all of the things I WISH I would have known before going into the race - so you don't make the same mistakes that I did.

In this episode, I'll cover what to do the week before a 100 miler, how to approach pacing, strategies for drop bags and aid stations, tips to keep your mind in a strong place, and some crazy things you'll have to watch out for.

I'll also be covering my experience through my first 100 mile race at the Zion 100 in detail, so you can get a firsthand look into what an 100 mile race looks like from the perspective of the runner.

Enjoy the episode, and go crush your 100 miles!

If you'd like any additional insight that I didn't cover in this episode, shoot me a DM on Instagram @joecorcione and I'll be happy to help.

Also, here is the episode where I cover nutrition in detail, which is the same strategy I used for my 100 mile race: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Lg3HKSi4cXib79YSqTdLy?si=908c56d259114a91

How to Break Your Negative Thinking During an Ultra, with Katelyn Johnson.

One of the hardest things about running an Ultra is battling with the negative thoughts, beliefs, and comments that flood into our heads.

“You can’t finish this”. “This hurts so damn bad”. “I’m never going to make it”

Heard these before inside your head during an ultra or in training? If so, this episode is totally for you.

Today, we chat with Mindset Coach and Ultrarunner, Katelyn Johnson! Katelyn is an expert in rewiring negative beliefs, breaking negative thought patterns, and healing past trauma that holds her clients back. On top of that, she is also an accomplished Ultrarunner, who has won the Jackpot 100 Miler and came in the top 5 of the Antelope 100.

In this episode, Katelyn discusses how you can overcome the negative thoughts and beliefs that pop up in an Ultra, how to bulletproof your mindset so you can beat any challenge, and how to trick your brain to keep going (even when it doesn’t want to).

Follow Katelyn on Instagram: @katelynopalmindsetcoach

Apply to work with Katelyn: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFeDlGv7_57529vJk60TGxr_fBCC_zhXV1agJeF_sh7pXQ-A/viewform

Whether you’re training for you first or 50th Ultra, getting the right tips on how to train smarter and more efficiently from a coach is always helpful. And in this episode, I was joined by one of the best running coaches out there, Jacob Puzey!

Jacob is the Director of Peak Run Performance, which is a coaching company designed to help runners achieve their big goals (without having to do any of the guess work themselves). Jacob is also an accomplished runner himself, finishing in the top 10 of the 2021 Javelina Jundred and winning multiple races in the past. Plus, he’s coached tons of runners to the podium as formerly a collegiate-level Cross Country coach, and now as a running coach to the public.

In this episode, Jacob and I discuss simple tips to make your training way more effective, what you should be aware of if you’re thinking of working with a coach, and how to keep yourself in the game during brutal training blocks.

Also, Jacob’s brother, Tommy Rivs, has been unfortunately and heartbreakingly battling cancer since 2020. If you know Tommy, Jacob, and their family you know that this couldn’t have happened to a more undeserving guy and family. So, we discuss ways you can support #TeamRivs in the beginning of the podcast as well.

Check out Peak Run Performance:  https://www.peakrunperformance.com/coach-jacob

Donate to support Tommy Rivs and his family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Tommy-Rivers-Rest-Up

Tommy Rivs x Craft Sportswear Gear: https://www.craftsports.us/collections/team-rivs-collection

Follow Jacob on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jacobpuzey/

If you’re looking to run your best race yet, this is the episode for you. Our guest today is Nick Coury, who was named the #2 Ultrarunner of the Year for 2021 for having a stellar year of races. Out of those races, Nick’s most notable accomplishment was breaking the American Record for most miles ran in 24 hours by running 173.01 miles in that timeframe at the Desert Solstice Invitational. His secret? Using the power of negative splitting and preventing the small issues from snowballing into big ones.

In this episode, he shares exactly how you can do those things in your own ultra endurance journey.

Nick is also one of the owners and co-founders of Aravaipa Running, a running event company that hosts some of the most well known races in the United States, such as the Javelina Jundred and the Black Canyon 100k.

Visit Nick’s website: https://www.nickcouryruns.com/

Follow Nick on Instagram: @nickcouryruns

Check out Aravaipa Running: https://aravaiparunning.com/

If you’re in pain every time you run, something needs to change. Because not only will pain drop your performance, but running just becomes so much less fun when it’s agonizing.

That’s why I brought on today’s guest to the podcast. Jesse Holland is a Movement Coach and Expert who coaches professional athletes, endurance athletes, and everyday gym-goers to help them move more naturally, optimally, and sustainably. Jesse has accumulated many years and experience of helping some of the best athletes in the world to increase their performance by correcting muscular imbalances, increase strength, and enhance mobility. And now, he’s sharing how you can do all of those things to be a better ultra runner.

Jesse is also the owner of Made 2 Move Nutrition in Scottsdale, AZ and works with clients directly through his facility in Scottsdale, AZ. He is also a Lululemon Ambassador, adventure guide, and fitness influencer.

In this episode, Jesse and I discuss the key simple movements you can do every week to be a better runner, how to make sure your body doesn’t break down as you train for an ultra, and what muscles you need to pay extra attention and care to as an ultra runner.

Follow Jesse on Instagram: @jessehollandfitness and @movementtomove

Check out Made 2 Move Nutrition in Scottsdale: https://www.made2movenutritionscottsdale.com/

Follow Joe on Instagram: @joecorcione

There’s a powerful message along the lines of: “it’s not what you go through in life that defines you, but rather, it’s how you react to it that does”. And today’s guest is the epitome of that saying as she has defined herself as one of the most inspiring human beings on the planet.

Today, I had the honor and privilege of speaking with Jacky Hunt-Broersma, who is not only an accomplished ultra-runner, but is also a cancer survivor and an amputee runner who is a world record holder. On top of that, she is also a loving mother and wife. And in the midst of recording this episode, she is currently accomplishing an incredible feat of human endurance: running 100 marathons in 100 consecutive days. So damn inspiring.

In this episode, Jacky shares how she was able to keep moving forward despite all the adversity she’s faced in her life, how to best think about problems when they arise (in both ultrarunning and life), and how she’s able to maintain her discipline to accomplish her biggest goals.

Prepare to be inspired by this one.

Check out Jacky’s website: https://www.ncrunnerjacky.com/

Follow Jacky on Instagram: @ncrunnerjacky

Jacky’s fundraiser for amputee runners: https://www.gofundme.com/f/100-marathons-in-100-days

Follow Joe on Instagram: @joecorcione

Zach Bates is a 19-year old ultramarathon runner, who was diagnosed with autism at the age of 4. But despite that, he hasn’t let that diagnosis define who he is or mask the incredible spirit that he shows every single day.

In this episode, Zach shares his journey into ultramarathons, what his training was like, the recap of his 100 mile race, and a look inside his amazing mindset that helps him pursue his dreams and break through difficulties. This is a truly inspiring episode!

We’re also joined by Nickademus De La Rosa, Zach’s Running Coach and a Barkley Marathon winner, who shares his perspective of what it was like to coach Zach during the entire journey.

Follow Zach on Instagram and TikTok: @running.farther

Follow Nickademus on Instagram: @ultrademus

Ever wonder what it takes to build a successful trail running business? Our guest today has “been there, done that” and is sharing a bit about how he was able to do it.

Jeff Stoner is the founder and owner of Endurance Race Series - a company that puts on 12 races across California and Colorado, and hosts over 6,000 trail runners every year. Jeff is also the host of the Trail Life Podcast, where he interviews all sorts of trail runners to share their journey’s of how they got into the sport. He’s interviewed running greats such as Mike McKnight and Sally McRae.

In this episode, Jeff and I talk about how he built the Endurance Race Series to be so successful, what his tips are on picking the “best” race for you, and the top lessons he’s learned from meeting and speaking with so many runners.

Check out Endurance Race Series: https://www.enduranceraceseries.com/

Connect with Jeff On Instagram: @jeffstoner_official

Follow Joe on Instagram: @joecorcione

It’s never fun dealing with injuries when it comes to ultrarunning; especially when it prevents us from doing the things we love to do the most.

That’s why I invited today’s guest, Brodie Sharpe, onto the show to give you an absolute masterclass in preventing and rehabbing running related injuries. And when it comes to this subject, there’s no better person to go to than Brodie!

Brodie is a renowned physiotherapist who, over the last 8 years, has helped hundreds of runners repair and reduce running related injuries. He is also the host of the Run Smarter Series Podcast, a show dedicated to helping you become a better and healthier runner. His podcast is ranked in the top 1.5% podcasts globally.

Before this podcast interview, I personally worked with Brodie to heal an awful IT-Band injury I had that was preventing me from running. But, with Brodie’s incredible insight and coaching, I was able to heal the injury in 4 weeks (whereas it took me 3 months to heal the same injury when I had it a couple years ago). Brodie is the real deal!

In this episode, Brodie and I chat about the biggest mistakes and misconceptions that people have when it comes to injuries, what steps you can take to make sure you reduce the risk of injury, and the most impactful ways to sustainably rehab injuries so you can get back to running.

Listen to the Run Smarter Series Podcast: https://app.runsmarter.online/audio/4925

Brodie’s Website: https://runsmarter.online/

Follow Brodie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runsmarterseries/

Book a free Injury chat with Brodie: https://runsmarter.online/book-a-chat/

Have any topics or guests you’d like to hear on the podcast? DM @joecorcione on Instagram and I’ll be glad to hear them!