Seth Ruhling is a pro runner for The North Face living in Boulder, CO. A few weeks ago, Seth won and broke the course record at the Black Canyon 100k, earning a Golden Ticket to the Western States 100 in June. He's also a co-host of the viral sensation, Boulder Boys Podcast. This is his first appearance on the show.

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Topics discussed:

 

• Seth's approach to competition through the lens of the 2023 CCC
• Background and history with sport
• His breakout race at the 2019 JFK
• How Jim Walmsley influenced Seth
• How Zach Miller enabled Seth's first pro contract
• We talk about the Boulder Boys, exploring each person's unique spirit and how it impacts the group
• Seth's training and the groove he found building towards Black Canyon
• Seth's spiritual life
• The strategy and execution at Black Canyon
• Look ahead to Western States
• The Boulder Boys Podcast
• A lot more!

 

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