I have the upmost respect for those that can listen to their body in training and with that ability, finish ultras consistently! That's the case for Michael Poole, who has been running 100-mile races since 2008! Michael has some great stories and lesson to share! Have a listen...

Michael mentions Sportslick Lube. You can find out more here - http://www.sportslick.com/

Connect with Michael on:

Strava & Facebook under Michael Poole

Instagram - @MTPoole

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Tori Kendra, John Goldfield, Chris Shearon, & Paula Shearon each lined up at Frozen Head State Park on Sept. 17, 2022 to try to earn their respective Lacroix at the Barkley Fall Classic. Hear each of them describe their experience as they take us step by step through the course. 

Learn more about the Barkley Fall Classic here - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=97857

To connect with my guests:

Tori Kendra -

• Victoria Tori Kendra on Strava

John Goldfield -

• website: https://www.findingawesome.net/

Chris Shearon -

• Chris Shearon on Strava

Paula Shearon -

• Paula Shearon on Strava

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This is the 2nd time I've had Ben on the podcast, and the third time I've had his wife Allison on. They are both amazing people doing awesome things. The reason this episode came to light was because we didn't think Ben was going to line up less than 2 weeks from the start of the race. This is the story of how that came to be and how Ben found the finish line through all of it!

To connect with Ben on Instagram - @runofthemill87

To connect with Allison on Instagram - @onewomandanceparty

Both can be found on Strava under their respective names.

Resources:

Precious Episodes:

With Ben & Allison - Episode 36 - Unsupported FKT on GA section of AT - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/allison-ben-mercer-an-unsupported-fkt-on-the-at-of-ga-episode-36/

With Allison - Episode 118 - 2nd place at Strolling Jim 40-Miler - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/allison-mercer-4th-overall-2nd-female-behind-camille-herron-at-strolling-jim-episode-118/

Mogollon Monster 100 - http://www.mogollonmonster100.com/

Ben mentioned the Nightcore NU25 Headlamp - https://www.nitecorestore.com/Nitecore-NU25-Headlamp-p/fl-nite-nu25.htm?gclid=Cj0KCQjw7KqZBhCBARIsAI-fTKJ8nKpVXzgQ3Dk6mBGaH_l2FknrSzT6K2gXaJYpi4_9pL3TjcvGvqkaAmCYEALw_wcB

MOBO Board - https://www.moboboard.com/

Headspace Meditation App - https://www.headspace.com/

Addie Bracy's book - "Mental Training for Ultrarunning"

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I start this episode with a short segment on Cross Country & how to get involved with your local team. In the 2nd segment, I speak on Relays, what they are, what to expect, and what to bring. Having just completed the Blue Ridge Relay with a 12 person team, this topic was fresh in my mind. 

Blue Ridge Relay - https://blueridgerelay.com/

Ragnar Relays - https://www.runragnar.com/

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The long run is one of keys to your training for your goal event. It often simulates best what the goal event will actually be like. We should take notes and analyze these runs to help us succeed in future long runs and especially our goal event! 

Resources:

• Making the Long Run Most Effective for Your Training - EPISODE 110 - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/making-the-long-run-most-effective-for-your-training/

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In this episode I talk specifically about my training using the Lydiard principles to get myself ready for the Bigfoot 200.

Resources:

• Strides & Lydiard Hill Drills Workout - https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-ymu4w-11836bf

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So you've finished your goal race. It's time to recover, here's how...

Resources:

Physical Therapist Miriam Salloum on Running Gait Analysis - Episode 121 - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/?s=miriam

Strength Training App on Your Phone - Muscle Booster - https://musclebooster.fitness/

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Bigfoot 200 is in the books! Here is my recount of the event. Apologies ahead of time, I'm still a bit groggy from the race and travel (not home yet due to airport snafus). As always, thank you for listening!

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With Bigfoot 200 a few days away at the time of this recording, I figured it a good time to talk through how I put together my nutrition & hydration plan to know what to buy & estimate how much to purchase. I speak about how often and how much I plan to eat and drink based off current research, a breakdown of the different options I intend to use, and the gear I'll use in hopes of reaching the finish line at Bigfoot 200.

Resources:

My Bigfoot Nutrition & Hydration Plan - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mbB7tzPvp_xE0hyg34UbXTKI8ZjDiutKza94Q7gLMMw/edit?usp=sharing

Bigfoot Tracking (bib #194) - https://www.destinationtrailrun.com/bigfoot-live-tracking

Nutrition w/ Registered Dietitian Jake Edmiston Podcast - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/great-training-race-day-nutrition-hydration-tips-from-registered-dietitian-jake-edmiston-episode-99/

Hot Liquid Portable Cup - https://www.tradeinn.com/trekkinn/en/raidlight-foldable/137059939/p?utm_source=google_products&utm_medium=merchant&id_producte=8139036&country=us&gclid=CjwKCAjwi8iXBhBeEiwAKbUofbqgSy0b8XE-kQKsrxsARRffF7Px_JCOYuKY0kbjvLApjU6WgPVW2xoCdhMQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

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Phil Latter wears many hats (very well I may add). The book he co-authored, Running Flow, displays his passion for running, life, and helping others. One experience with flow in Phil's College Running career changed his life and sent him down a path to help others find flow. In this episode he tries to help us understand how we can find the flow state. Thank you Phil!

Resources:

Running Flow by Philip Latter, Csikszentmihalyi Mihaly, and Christine Weinkauff Duranso

Growth Equation Podcast - How to Rethink Talent Development - https://thegrowtheq.com/how-to-rethink-talent-development-for-the-better/

Connect with Phil Latter:

Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/7810663

Instagram - @philiplatter

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