In this conversation, Zoë and TJ discuss various topics including Pop-Tarts, hiring a coach for your first ultra, the Garmin recovery score, pacing at races, training consistency, and the importance of bootcamp-style training. They also talk about their upcoming race preparations for Western States and Leadville 100. In this conversation, Zoë and TJ discuss the common mistakes that can lead to a DNF (Did Not Finish) in an ultra race. They cover topics such as not following a training plan, neglecting nutrition, lacking mental preparation, relying on cross-training, and not having a structured strength training program. They emphasize the importance of having a plan, practicing fueling strategies, developing mental toughness, and focusing on specific running training. They also provide recommendations for each topic to help athletes avoid DNFs in their first ultra race.

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Chapters

00:00 The Pop-Tart Odyssey Continues

03:46 Hiring a Coach for Your First Ultra: Hot or Not?

11:16 The Garmin Recovery Score: Vibes, Baby

13:36 Pacing at Races: Finding the Ideal Pacer

26:29 Bootcamp-Style Training: Simulating Race Conditions

29:22 The Importance of Following a Training Plan

32:38 How to Not DNF Your First Ultra

37:27 Fueling Strategies for Success

47:30 Developing Mental Toughness

52:02 Strength Training for Ultra Runners