Chad Sullivan is a father, husband, writer, and ultra runner. He is the creator of Hard Prairie, a magazine and website that highlights the trail and ultra running community with human stories of vulnerability and beautiful photography that compliments each story. We talked with Chad about his journey to sobriety and the changes it brought to his life. We learn about Chad’s running background and how he found his way to writing for Eat Clean, Run Dirty magazine and eventually starting Hard Prairie, a story telling magazine. Chad discusses how the ultra-running community has supported him and impacted his life. His passion for connecting people through stories is inspiring. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. IG - ultra.sully hardprairie.com 

My First Ultra: 123 Chad Sullivan

Becoming Ultra is following the journey's of runners who are being coached by some of the best coaches in the sport.  The runners coaching calls and journey is documented on this podcast and social media.  Along the way will be coaching tips, race directors perspective, and the stories of elite and everyday runners on their first Ultra run!

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Amanda and her coach Addie Bracy talk about the day Amanda became an ultra runner.  The highs and lows and everything in between.  We hope you enjoy!

Season 14:53 Amanda's race recap. "I believe running is for everyone!"

She did it!  Mari diligentely trained for her first ultra over the last 6 months and got to test herself on the amazing trails in Sedona.  On the show today she shared her experience and all she learned from the experience.  We hope you enjoyed following her journey over the last 6 months.  Season 15 is now taking applications!

Season 14:51 Mari's takeaways from her first ultra.

Sarah Snyder is the RD for the Crewel Jewel 100; ultra runner; cyclist and loving dog mom. Sarah is also an advocate for woman in the sport. She is paving the way for busy woman to have opportunities to reach the goals they set for themselves and providing support along the way. This conversation will inspire you and make you see that your dreams are possible. There are so many people behind the scenes doing great things for the trail community. We love sharing their stories and passion for all things trails with you.

My First Ultra: 128 Sarah Snyder

After 7 months of training and planning Brittany finally got to test herself on the beautiful trails of Sedona to run her first ultra.  Some heat and misdirection along with and epic finish caps off another successful season.  We hope you all enjoy.  Season 15 is now taking applications!   www.becomingultra.com

Season 14:50 Brittany recaps her amazing experience with her first ultra!

On the newest episode with Abby McQueeny Penamonte we answer a listener's question about how to get lots of calories without fat and carbs.  We are here to answer the questions you have and hopefully give you a better understanding of what your body needs to perform and function at the highest levels.  Enjoy!

My First Ultra: 123 Chad Sullivan

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