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  • Ep. 331 - The 10 Training Plan Commandments

    In this episode, I'm sharing my 10 Training Plan Commandments.  The rules I've learned after years of coaching athletes and watching the same training mistakes show up over and over again.

    In this episode, we'll cover:

    • Why adding extra workouts can derail your progress
    • What to do when you miss a run
    • How to stop overreacting to one bad workout
    • Why your easy runs should actually be easy
    • The role recovery plays in making a training plan work
    • How comparison can pull you away from your own training
    • Why the most effective training habits are usually the least exciting
    • How to stop negotiating with yourself when it's time to train
    • What happens during the taper and why you shouldn't panic
    • Why enjoying the process matters if you want to make it to race day

    If you've ever questioned your fitness, worried that you're not doing enough, or felt tempted to rewrite your training plan halfway through a training cycle, this episode is for you.

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    📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM



     
     
     
     


    37 min
  • Ep. 330 - Is Your Environment Holding You Back? Here's What You Can Do About It

    Most runners think they need more motivation, discipline, or a better training plan.

    But what if the bigger factor is the environment you're training in?

    In this episode, Meghan explores how the people around you, the content you consume, and the systems you've built into your life can either support your ultra goals or make them harder than they need to be.

    In this episode:

    • How the people around you shape what feels possible
    • Why consistency has more to do with environment than motivation
    • The hidden impact of social media, podcasts, and online communities
    • Practical ways to create an environment that supports your goals
    • Why you don't have to figure out ultrarunning on your own

    If you're training for your first or farthest ultra, this episode is for you.

    🏃🏻‍♀️GET MY FREE 8-WEEK BASE BUILDING TRAINING PLAN

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    📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM



     
     
     
     


    31 min
  • Ep. 329 - 5 Tips If You Think You Need to Run the Full Distance Before Race Day

    A lot of runners (especially first-time 50k runners) feel like they need to run the full race distance before race day just to prove they can do it.

    In this episode, I’m breaking down why I don’t recommend that approach… but also sharing how I’d coach someone through it if they were absolutely dead set on doing it anyway 🙃

    We’re talking about:

    • why timing matters more than you think
    • the difference between a race simulation and an actual race
    • how to avoid turning one long run into a recovery disaster
    • why “harder” isn’t always smarter
    • and why leaving a little mystery for race day might actually help you perform better

    If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “I just need to know I can do it…” this episode is for you.

    🏃🏻‍♀️GET MY FREE 8-WEEK BASE BUILDING TRAINING PLAN

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    📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM



     
     
     
     


    32 min
  • Ep. 328 - How To Get Off The Fence About Signing Up For That Race

    In this episode, I'm sharing some behind-the-scenes coaching with one of my long term clients and the way that she made the decision about whether or not to enter the Cocodona 250 lottery for 2027. 

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    📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM



     
     
     
     


    15 min
  • Ep. 327 - Cocodona Made You Sign Up for an Ultra…Now What?

    Caught up in the excitement of the coverage and impulsively signed up for an ultra? 😅

    You are definitely not alone.

    In this episode I’m talking about the very real “OH SH*T” moment that can happen after the adrenaline wears off and the reality of training starts to sink in.

    We’ll walk through 6 important things to think about before you panic-cancel your race registration — including timelines, training readiness, schedule realities, fears, mindset, and why that spark of inspiration matters more than you think.

    If you recently signed up for your first ultra (or you’re seriously thinking about it), this episode will help you slow down, get grounded, and figure out your next best step. 

    🏃🏻‍♀️GET MY FREE 8-WEEK BASE BUILDING TRAINING PLAN

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    📈 BOOK A TRAINING PLAN TRIAGE

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    📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM



     
     
     
     


    38 min
  • Ep. 326 - The Hoodie I Didn't Earn...Or Did I?

    In this episode, I’m talking about something a lot of runners believe and that is you only “earn” the right to wear race gear if you finish.

    After my DNF at the Moab 240 in 2025, I couldn’t bring myself to wear the hoodie I bought at the race. It sat in my closet for months because, in my mind, I hadn’t “earned” it.

    But over time, my perspective shifted.

    This episode is about what that hoodie represents now.

    More importantly, I talk about:

    • Why DNFs aren’t something to be afraid of
    • How setbacks can actually sharpen your approach
    • And why nothing in this sport comes easy (even when you think you’re prepared)

    If you’ve ever struggled with a race that didn’t go your way, this one’s for you.

    🏃🏻‍♀️GET MY FREE 8-WEEK BASE BUILDING TRAINING PLAN

    🔥 APPLY FOR MY GROUP COACHING PROGRAM

    📈 BOOK A TRAINING PLAN TRIAGE

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    📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM



     
     
     
     


    20 min
  • Ep. 325 - Sleep Deprivation Training: Is That Really a Thing?

    With races like the Arizona Monster and Cocodona 250 bringing overnight running into focus, this episode tackles a common question: should you train for sleep deprivation?

    Short answer: no.

    Sleep deprivation isn’t a trainable skill. It doesn’t improve performance and it comes with real downsides like poor decision-making, slower reaction time, increased injury risk, and reduced recovery.

    Instead, focus on what does help:

    • Build skills (running in the dark, using your gear, managing effort, mental toughness)
    • Get strategic exposure (early mornings, post-sunset runs, occasional overnight efforts without forcing sleep loss)

    We also cover how to handle the “witching hour” (2–5 AM) and why being well-rested, fueled, and properly tapered matters more than trying to “practice” exhaustion.

    🏃🏻‍♀️GET MY FREE 8-WEEK BASE BUILDING TRAINING PLAN

    🔥 APPLY FOR MY GROUP COACHING PROGRAM

    📈 BOOK A TRAINING PLAN TRIAGE

    ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP

    📸  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM

    📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM



     
     
     
     


    25 min
  • Ep. 324 - How Would You Train Without The Internet?

    What would your training look like if you didn’t have access to social media, Google, podcasts…or even this one?

    In this episode, we explore what “old school” training might teach you about consistency, confidence, and actually making progress without all the noise. From learning to trust your body to stepping away from constant comparison, this is a conversation about simplifying your approach so you can focus on what really matters.

    You’ll hear a real client story about what happened when she took a break from scrolling and why less input might be the key to better results.

    If your training feels chaotic, overwhelming, or like you’re constantly second-guessing yourself…this one’s for you.

    Bottom line:
    More information isn’t always better. Sometimes the fastest way forward is to tune out the noise, trust the process, and just keep showing up.

    🏃🏻‍♀️GET MY FREE 8-WEEK BASE BUILDING TRAINING PLAN

    🔥 APPLY FOR MY GROUP COACHING PROGRAM

    📈 BOOK A TRAINING PLAN TRIAGE

    ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP

    📸  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM

    📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM



     
     
     
     


    25 min
  • Ep. 323 - Giving Your Gear A Second Life with Jes Parker From Take 2 Trail

    What happens to all the gear you don’t use anymore?

    In this episode, I’m talking with Jes Parker, founder of Take 2 Trail - a platform built to give trail running gear a second life.

    We talk about the real cost of this sport, the amount of waste most runners don’t think about, and how rehoming gear can make trail running more accessible for everyone.

    In This Episode, We Cover:

    • How Take 2 Trail got started
    • The cost (and waste) problem in trail running
    • Why used gear matters more than you think
    • Making the sport more accessible for new runners

    🛍️ Shop Take 2 Trail Here

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    🏃🏻‍♀️GET MY FREE 8-WEEK BASE BUILDING TRAINING PLAN

    🔥 APPLY FOR MY GROUP COACHING PROGRAM

    📈 BOOK A TRAINING PLAN TRIAGE

    ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP

    📸  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM

    📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM



     
     
     
     


    1 hr 18 min
  • Ep. 322 - How'd We Get Here? A Podcast Episode For When You Crash Out

    Ever get to a point in your training where you have so much on your plate that you're not sure you'll be able to continue?   Yeah, me too.  And that's what we're going to talk about today.  Plus - bonus tips on how to cultivate mental toughness for ultra running and I guarantee you - I'm not gonna say what you *think* I'm gonna say. 


    🏃🏻‍♀️GET MY FREE 8-WEEK BASE BUILDING TRAINING PLAN

    🔥 APPLY FOR MY GROUP COACHING PROGRAM

    📈 BOOK A TRAINING PLAN TRIAGE

    ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP

    📸  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM

    📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM



     
     
     
     


    22 min

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