The TRACER Podcast - Trail Running, Ultramarathons, and Endurance Fitness

Jazmine Lowther joins Dr. Joey Wilson on the TRACER Podcast for a conversation about her journey through the world of trail running—from discovering the sport to becoming one of its top professional athletes.

Along the way, they explore what she's learned through years of racing at the highest level, how those experiences have shaped her philosophy as both an athlete and a coach, and why a thoughtful, long-term approach to training matters more than chasing quick results.

Whether you're new to trail running or have been competing for years, this episode offers valuable perspective on building consistency, improving as an athlete, and enjoying the process along the way.

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The Tracer Podcast is back! In this episode, Tracer Co-Founder Dr. Joey Wilson sits down with one of the most dominant forces in modern ultrarunning: Adam Peterman. After a historic 2022 season where he seemed invincible, Adam faced a grueling road through injuries, a legendary "slog" to the finish line at Western States 2025, and a triumphant return to the top of the podium at the 2026 Canyons 100k. Whether you are an elite athlete or a weekend warrior, Adam’s insights into volume, injury prevention, and the "activation energy" needed to get out the door are pure gold.

In This Episode, We Discuss:
The Legendary 2022 Run: A look back at Adam’s sweep of the Chuckanut 50k, Canyons 100k, Western States 100, and the World Championships.

The Transition Trap: How Adam’s 20-hour-a-week Nordic skiing habit built a "race car engine" that his "junkyard tires" (his legs) weren't ready for, leading to a sacral stress fracture.

Healing the Achilles: The specific PT protocol (heavy eccentric loading) that saved Adam’s career after years of nagging pain.

The "Skeleton Dance" at Western States: Why Adam chose to walk 38 miles to the finish line in 2025 and the emotional power of the ultrarunning community.

Training for Specificity: Why Adam now prioritizes "shocking the quads" with downhill-specific sessions and how his training has evolved under coach John Fitzgerald.

Calling BS on "Hacks": Adam’s take on Bicarb, Ketones, and why there is no substitute for high-volume aerobic development.

REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE
Conversation with Jesse Rich: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9bQwslsaTk

Conversation with Max King about Activation Energy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nqjflxncl4

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In this episode of the TRACER podcast, join trail running world champ Max King, gear review guru Alli Miles, and TRACER Co-founder Joey Wilson for their top trail running product picks for 2026. They discuss everything from budget nutrition to luxury massage chairs. Get a full product listing of their picks here: https://www.tracerfitness.com/blog/tracer-2026-trail-running-gift-guide

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We’re joined by professional trail runner and sports psychologist Addie Bracy for a masterclass on the psychology of endurance. Addie bridges the gap between pro athlete and mental performance expert, offering tactical advice for runners of all levels.

In this conversation, we explore:

Mental Anchors: How to build a psychological anchor to keep you grounded when the race gets tough.

Intentional Training: Why you need to train your brain just as deliberately as you train your body.

The Mind-Body Link: The deep resonance between your physical state and your mental state (and how to use it to your advantage).

Practical Mantras: The real-world application of "run the mile you're in" and strategies to "get out of your own way."

Fueling for the Mind: A crucial look at how your nutrition and hydration strategy directly impacts your focus, mood, and resilience.

If you’ve ever battled the voice in your head telling you to quit, this episode is your new training plan.

Check out Addie's book, "Mental Training for Ultrarunning: Your Psychological Skills Guidebook for Ultramarathon Success," available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Training-Ultrarunning-Addie-Bracy/dp/171820017X

Nail your training with TRACER, an endurance training software platform designed for the era of AI! Features include automatic imports of activities, flexible training log entries, goal setting, AI-powered evaluation of your training logs, and world-class proxy coaches from the best in the business!

Learn more at tracerfitness.com. Get a free trail and start getting faster now!

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Jesse Rich is a nutritionist and elite ultramarathon runner from Salt Lake City, Utah. His recent first place finish at the competitive Run Rabbit Run 100 miler is his greatest achievement in running to date. In this episode of The TRACER Podcast, Jesse gives us a complete breakdown of his training, nutrition, hydration, and race report.

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You're in for an inspiring conversation on this episode of The TRACER Podcast! Dr. Joey Wilson sits down with the remarkable Jared Campbell, a true titan in the world of ultrarunning and climbing.

Jared's accomplishments speak for themselves: he is widely known as the "King of the Barkley Marathons," holding more finishes than anyone else in arguably the world's toughest ultramarathon.  He's a Hardrock 100 winner and has numerous top 10 finishes both at Hardrock and other major 100 milers. Beyond his personal athletic feats, Jared is also the visionary creator and race director of the impactful "Running Up For Air" series.

In this interview, Jared shares profound insights gleaned from his incredible experiences:

Managing Expectations: Learn how expectations can sometimes be a trap, leading to disappointment and hindering performance in a race.

Reframing Adversity: Discover Jared's unique philosophy on transforming adversity into a positive force, helping you train smarter and race with greater success.

Whether you're an athlete, an outdoor enthusiast, or simply someone looking for powerful lessons on resilience and mental fortitude, this episode with Jared Campbell offers invaluable takeaways. Tune in now!

Referrenced book recommendation from Jared in this episode: https://www.amazon.com/How-Bad-You-Want-Psychology/dp/1937715418

#TRACERPodcast #JaredCampbell #Ultrarunning #BarkleyMarathons #Hardrock100 #RunningUpForAir #Mindset #EnduranceSports #TrailRunning

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Join Dr. Joey Wilson, co-founder of TRACER, for an in-depth interview with professional runner Michelino Sunseri, the man behind the controversial fastest-known-time (FKT) on the iconic Grand Teton. In this candid discussion, we dive deep into Michelino's journey, covering:

- From Amateur to Pro: How Michelino transitioned into the demanding world of professional running.

- The Grand Teton Calling: What drew Michelino to the formidable challenge of the Grand Teton.
The Controversial Route: A detailed breakdown of the specific route Michelino took that sparked so much debate.

- Why the FKT Was Questioned: Unpacking the reasons behind the controversy and the challenges to his record.

- Training for the Impossible: Discover the meticulous and intense training regimen Michelino undertook to prepare for this monumental effort.

- Unlock Your Potential: Michelino shares his key training takeaways and actionable advice for runners and athletes looking to significantly improve their own fitness and tackle ambitious goals.
Whether you're a seasoned trail runner, an aspiring athlete, or just fascinated by incredible feats of endurance and the controversies that can surround them, this interview offers unique insights and valuable lessons.

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Referrenced in this podcast:
Classic Youtube Video of Kilian Jornet and Anton Krupicka doing a speedrun on the Grand Teton Owen Spalding Route: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_Z1-smRsoU

Michelino Sunseri and Anna Gibson set the FKT on Mt Gloria: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C-soFdDtxDg/

Caleb Olsen article about long-term progress: https://substack.com/home/post/p-165315474

Nail your training with TRACER, an endurance training software platform designed for the era of AI! Features include automatic imports of activities, flexible training log entries, goal setting, AI-powered evaluation of your training logs, and world-class proxy coaches from the best in the business!

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Adam Loomis is one of the fastest ultramarathon trail runners in the USA, with wins at the Gorge 100K, Bear 100, DC Peaks 50, and Tushars 100K. In this conversation, Adam talks about how he trains, and how his training differs when he's preparing for a long ultra vs a short, intense effort.

Referenced in this episode: Excellent video by Tim Jones about the Wasatch Ultimate Ridge Linkup (WURL): https://youtu.be/-acF0uHQrZ4?si=dejlodlGURIXvxcn

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Scott Semple is pro ski mountaineer, mountain running coach, and all-around endurance beast. In this episode of the TRACER Podcast, he shares how breath rate can help endurance athletes like runners, cyclists, and ski mountaineers to train and race better. He discusses techniques for mapping breath rate into metabolic zones for proper training, and strategies for managing pace via breath rate in races. Learn more from Scott at skimoschool.com.

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Listen to The TRACER Podcast for conversations that will make you faster, on both YouTube and via your favorite podcasting app. Visit here: https://tracerfitness.com/blog

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In this episode of The TRACER Podcast, sports medicine Dr. Joe Atkin shares his thoughts on how to prevent injuries as a runner and endurance athlete. He talks about how nutrition and hydration play a key role in keeping our muscles firing correctly, and how that plays a significant role in preventing overuse injuries. He also discusses the value of cross training, even for those who target optimizations in a particular sport.

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TRACER Programs include:
Half Marathon
Marathon
Sub-Ultra Mountain Running
50K
100K
100M
Ski Mountaineering

If you are dealing with a sports related injury and would like to see Dr. Atkin, please call 385-900-4090 to book an appointment.

Nail your training with TRACER, an endurance training software platform designed for the era of AI! Features include automatic imports of activities, flexible training log entries, goal setting, AI-powered evaluation of your training logs, and world-class proxy coaches from the best in the business!

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Listen to The TRACER Podcast for conversations that will make you faster, on both YouTube and via your favorite podcasting app. Visit here: https://tracerfitness.com/blog

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