In this episode we are joined by Doug Humphrey and Coach AJW. Doug is training for a Backyard Ultra and is an industrial welder. The bulk of this conversation is dedicated to problem solving ways for Doug to train effectively given the workload and schedule of his active job. 

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In this episode we are joined by Nate Brooks and coach Nicole Rasmussen. Nate has some experience running ultras but is looking to up his training game and brought Nicole and I some fantastic questions and discussion points.

We covered topics from strength training to Nate building a trail in his own backyard.

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This week we are joined by Petra Gilmore and CTS coach Andy Applegate. Petra has recently gotten into ultrarunning and has so many good questions on how to best prepare for future races over the coming years. We touch on many themes but keep coming back to the long term nature of endurance training and what that means for you as an athlete.

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In this episode, we are joined by Stephen Cressionie and coach Sarah Scozzaro. Stephen recently ran Mt. Mitchell Heartbreaker 50 miler and decided afterwards to run Hellbender 100 in May. Topics discussed include first 50 mile experience, strength training related injuries, and the realities of adjusting the rest of your life around training.

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This week we are joined by Angela Watts and coach Anne Tisdell. Angela recently completed her first 50 miler and has big goals on the horizon. Topics discussed including training and racing with friends as well as how to get fast and get a Boston Qualifying time.

This week we are joined by Gabriela Peterson and coach Bri Boley. 

Gabriela is an athlete I had the pleasure of working with this year and she is transitioning into some serious trail and ultra races. 

Topics discussed include building new “trail skills”, fueling on long runs, and some lessons learned out at her recent 50k race. 

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In this special episode we are joined by Coaches Ryne Anderson and Darcie Murphy. Ryne is running Hardrock this year and is coached by Darcie Murphy. This allows us to discuss all the details of how to do you best in a bucket list race, how coaches train, and the benefit of coaches being coached. You won't want to miss this one!

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Another great episode on the challenges of being a busy parent while training for ultras. But fret not, Meridith Ussery has the answers and the inspiration! Coach John Fitzgerald guides us in this conversation on whether or not to use poles, using marathon training for ultras and more!

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In this episode we are joined by Austin Cobbley and coach Frederic Sabater Pastor. Austin is training for UTE 100 among many other smaller races. Topics discussed include training for races at altitude, incorporating smaller races into training, and how to informally approach higher intensity running. 

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