The Running Mullet

It’s that time of year—mud, climbs, carnage, and Carl's bell. In this episode, Eric and Hot Pants get fired up for one of the most iconic trail races around: Hyner View Trail Challenge. We’re talking predictions, course memories, taper madness, gear chatter, and all the spicy race-week energy. Whether you're a first-timer wondering what you've signed up for or a seasoned Hyner vet craving that pre-race buzz, this one’s for you. Expect bad advice, good vibes, and a healthy dose of nerves. Hyner’s coming... are you ready?

Training block got you feeling like a zombie with sore quads? Eric and Hot Pants are here to talk about the secret sauce that holds it all together—rest and recovery. In this episode, we dig into how to stay afloat (and maybe even thrive) when the mileage piles up, your legs hate you, and every stair feels personal. From strategic rest days to little things that make a big difference (spoiler: naps are magical), we’re here to remind you that recovery isn’t weakness—it’s a weapon. Also on the agenda: Is Eric’s new mustache a bold power move or a horrible mistake? You decide. Rest up, tune in, and prepare to question your facial hair choices.

Grayce and Eric break down their best and worst running choices—because what’s a good race story without some regret? From brilliant race-day strategies to absolute disasters (hello, bad pre-race meals and terrible gear choices), they share the highs, the lows, and the “what were we thinking?!” moments.

Tune in for laughs, lessons, and enough questionable decisions to make you feel like a running pro by comparison!

In this episode of The Running Mullet, we dive into the wild world of the Dogwood Ultras, a grueling 48-hour race where I had the privilege of pacing Callie. From the highs of crushing miles to the sleep-deprived lows, I break down what it takes to push through two days on the trails. Tune in for race stories, pacing strategies, and all the behind-the-scenes moments from this endurance showdown! 🎧 Listen now and join the adventure! #TheRunningMullet #DogwoodUltras #UltraRunning

This week on The Running Mullet, we relive the madness that was Rabid Raccoon! Was it a race or a survival challenge? We’re still not sure. We break down the mud, the mayhem, and the moments that made us question our life choices. Who thrived? Who suffered? Who was personally victimized by the course? Tune in as we swap war stories, celebrate the trail chaos, and maybe even hand out some honorary raccoon names. Grab a snack (preferably stolen from an aid station), and let’s get into it!

Hold onto your mullets, folks—episode #106 of The Running Mullet is about to get rabid! Marissa and Shaffer are lacing up to take on Rabid Raccoon next weekend, and we’re here to get the inside scoop. Will they outrun the chaos? Will they befriend an actual raccoon? Will their race snacks be stolen by forest bandits?! Tune in for some race-day jitters, questionable strategy talk, and the usual dose of nonsense. Business in the front, party in the back—let’s get rowdy!

In this episode of The Running Mullet, we welcome Greg St. John, who just cranked out a personal distance record of 20 miles at the Naked Bavarian. Now, he’s setting his sights on the gnarly Worlds End 50k, because apparently, he enjoys suffering. We chat about his journey into running, balancing running with young ones, and whether he’s fully aware of what he signed up for. Join us for laughs, questionable training advice, and maybe some mild peer pressure to sign up for even longer races!

Get ready for the most ridiculous, uncomfortable, and hilarious choices in running! In this special Would You Rather episode, we’re throwing down the ultimate runner dilemmas—would you rather run a 100-miler in clown shoes or survive on only pickle juice for an entire race? Sleep in a porta-potty before your A-race or run an entire marathon backwards? Eric and Hot Pants will battle it out, but we want you to join in! Tune in LIVE at 7:30 PM EST and jump into the conversation—drop your answers in the chat, challenge us with your own “Would You Rather” scenarios, and help us decide which choices are truly idiotic. It’s gonna be a wild one. Don’t miss it!

In this episode, we tackle the burning question: why is running so dumb? From sore legs to questionable fashion choices, we discuss why we willingly put ourselves through the misery of putting one foot in front of the other. We’ll dive into the weird stuff runners do, like running in the rain, getting lost, and seriously considering whether we’re being punished by our own legs. Tune in for a silly rant on why running is probably the worst idea ever—and yet, we keep coming back for more.

In this episode of The Running Mullet, Grayce recaps her adventures at the Delaware Ultra Challenge 100K (DUC 100K) and the Algonquin 50K, two very different but equally punishing races. She breaks down the relentless sand of the DUC 100K, where the seemingly flat course turned into a grindfest, testing patience and mental grit. Then, she dives into the rainy Algonquin 50K, where the cake and smiles are abundant. Tune in for all the details—plus plenty of laughs and suffering—as Hot Pants recounts her ultra misadventures.