What if confidence isn't about getting rid of doubt but learning how to run with it?

In this episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Haley Perlus, a sport and performance psychology coach with more than 20 years of experience working with athletes in high-pressure environments.

We dive into the mental side of endurance sports that runners don't always talk about: doubt, fear, pressure, confidence, mistakes, injury, and the stories we tell ourselves when things get hard.

Because the reality is, even experienced runners have moments where they question themselves.

Maybe you have a bad training day and start wondering if you're ready. Maybe you're coming back from an injury and don't trust your body yet. Or maybe you're halfway through a race and suddenly every negative thought you've ever had shows up at once.

Haley explains why the goal isn't to eliminate those thoughts but to learn how to tolerate doubt, work with fear, and stay grounded when pressure starts to build.

In this conversation, we talk about:

• Why confidence and doubt can exist at the same time
• How to ask, “What does this moment need from me right now?”
• Why trying to be fearless can actually work against you
• The difference between striving for excellence and demanding perfection
• How to build confidence from evidence instead of simply telling yourself to “believe”
• Why your training history can become one of your greatest sources of confidence
• How to handle mistakes without getting stuck analyzing what just happened
• Returning to running after injury and knowing when you're actually ready
• Why outside guidance can be so valuable when your emotions are telling you to push too soon
• And one of the biggest reminders of all: you are not your thoughts, and you don't have to believe everything you think

This conversation is for anyone who has ever stood at a starting line wondering, “Am I ready?” Or found themselves in the middle of a race wondering if they can keep going.

You don't need to eliminate fear.

You don't need to eliminate doubt.

You need to learn how to keep moving forward while they're there.

Thank you so much Haley for being on the podcast!!

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In this episode of Coaches Corner, Christie Brinker and I officially dive into our training and preparation for the No Business 100 and this isn't your typical training partnership.

We're both coaches. We're both currently self-coaching. And we're both approaching this race from our own perspectives, building our own training plans while constantly comparing notes, talking through what we're doing, and trying to figure out what will actually get us to the finish line.

We've also made the decision to run No Business together without pacers or a crew. But before race day, we had to have a very real conversation:

What happens if one of us can't keep up?

We agreed before ever stepping onto the course that if something happens to one of us, we won't hold the other person back. If one of us needs to stop, drop, change the plan, or is simply having a completely different race, the other person is free to continue.

Because 100 miles is a long way and we wanted all of those cards on the table before things get emotional, exhausting, and very uncomfortable at 3 a.m.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why we chose No Business 100
• How two coaches approach self-coaching their own 100-mile training
• The differences between our training philosophies and what we're each prioritizing
• How we're using treadmill training, vert, strength, stability, and recovery
• Christie's reset following Kettle Moraine 100
• Liz's ongoing comeback and rebuilding after injury
• Why we're choosing to race without pacers or a crew
• Our agreement about what happens if one of us struggles during the race
• The logistics of relying on drop bags instead of a crew
• Heat, hydration, sodium, and technical terrain
• The mental challenges of coaching yourself while also trying to be an athlete

This is going to be an ongoing series as we work our way toward No Business, so you're getting a behind-the-scenes look at two coaches actually applying what they teach. Including the adjustments, doubts, successes, mistakes, and everything we learn along the way.

We don't have all the answers. We're figuring it out just like everyone else. And we're bringing you along for the ride.

What if consciousness isn't just something happening inside our brains?

Liz Myers is back with Kilian Korth and Christie Brinker for another Philosophy Hour—and this conversation goes DEEP. 😂

After our last discussion about free will, we started asking even bigger questions: What is consciousness? Where does it come from? Are we actually separate from the world around us? And what if consciousness is something much bigger than we currently understand?

We talk about everything from free will and gratitude to meditation, flow state, panpsychism, universal consciousness, quantum mechanics, and even whether trees are communicating with each other.

Christie shares a deeply personal experience that shaped the way she thinks about universal consciousness. Liz connects the conversation back to running, meditation, and those moments when your mind finally becomes quiet. Kilian brings the science and philosophy into the conversation and challenges us to think about what we actually mean when we talk about consciousness.

We get into:

• How thinking about free will has changed the way we approach everyday life
• Why letting go of control can lead to more gratitude and empathy
• Panpsychism and the idea that consciousness could be a fundamental part of reality
• The difference between information complexity and universal consciousness
• Why running and meditation can create those powerful flow states
• Quantum mechanics and the famous double-slit experiment
• Whether trees and plants are capable of communicating and sharing information
• The ocean-wave analogy for understanding universal consciousness
• What all of this could mean for runners, athletes, and anyone trying to understand their own mind

And, as usual, we don't exactly come to a neat conclusion.

Instead, we leave with more questions than answers.

And honestly... that's kind of the point.

If you've ever finished a run and wondered why your mind suddenly feels completely different, gotten lost in meditation, or stared at a tree and thought, "Okay, but what exactly IS consciousness?"—you're going to enjoy this one.

In this episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I sit down with ultrarunner, Ironman finisher, and trail adventurer Kim Reamer to talk about longevity, resilience, and why consistency will always beat chasing quick results.

Kim's running journey hasn't been about podium finishes or blazing speed. It's been about showing up, year after year, embracing the process, and learning from every mile along the way. From close encounters with rattlesnakes and mountain lions to racing through the Nevada desert and tackling a 100-mile ultra, Kim has built a lifetime of unforgettable experiences on the trail.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How Kim went from quitting track in junior high to becoming an ultrarunner
• Lessons learned from 30 years of trail running
• Why patience is one of the greatest strengths an ultrarunner can have
• Smart pacing and avoiding the trap of racing with your ego
• Staying healthy and running strong as you get older
• Building longevity through mobility, strength, and consistency
• Wild stories from the trails...including rattlesnakes, mountain lions, and desert adventures
• Advice for runners dreaming of their first ultra, 100-miler, or beyond

This conversation is a reminder that success in ultra running isn't about being the fastest person on the trail. It's about continuing to show up, embracing the adventure, and trusting that the small things you do every day will eventually lead to extraordinary results.

Whether you're just getting started or have years in the sport, I know you'll find inspiration in Kim's story.

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What if the secret to becoming a better runner and a better person is simply saying "yes" to hard things?

In this episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I sit down with ultrarunner and coach Deb Hamberlin to talk about a lifetime of chasing challenges, embracing discomfort, and discovering what's possible on the other side of fear.

From growing up as a swimmer to completing some of the toughest 200-mile races around, Deb shares the lessons she's learned through decades of endurance sports. We talk about the highs, the lows, and why the small decisions we make every day often matter more than the big ones.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Deb's journey into ultrarunning
• Racing everything from marathons to 200-milers
• Why saying "yes" to hard things has shaped her life
• Balancing running, coaching, family, and everyday life
• Staying competitive and motivated as we get older
• Navigating injury, recovery, and hormonal changes
• The incredible community that makes ultrarunning so special
• Why having fun should never disappear from your training

Whether you're training for your first ultra or your fiftieth, Deb's perspective is a reminder that growth doesn't happen by accident, it happens when we're willing to step outside our comfort zones.

This conversation is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and plenty of inspiration to help you tackle your next big goal.

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What would make someone willingly run a 50K on a treadmill... with 10,000 feet of climbing?

In this solo episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I'm taking you behind the scenes of one of the hardest training days I've ever done in some time!!

This wasn't just about proving I could do something difficult. It was a strategic overload session as I build toward my the Dreadmill Challenge 100-mile race, and I wanted to see what it would really be to run a lot of vert on the treadmill.

I break down the entire run, including:

• Why I decided to take on a 50K with 10,000 feet of vert on a treadmill
• How I paced the effort over 7½ hours
• Nutrition, hydration, and fueling strategies
• What I learned about mental toughness and embracing boredom
• The biggest challenges I faced, including a tight hamstring
• How sessions like this can prepare you for long ultras without spending all day in the mountains

This episode isn't really about the treadmill.

It's about choosing to do hard things on purpose, trusting the process, and finding confidence in the work long before race day arrives.

Whether you're training for your first ultra or your tenth, I hope this conversation inspires you to think differently about your training and about what you're capable of.

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Heat can be one of the biggest performance killers in endurance sports and most runners don't give it enough respect until it’s too late.

In this solo episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I dive into everything you need to know about training and racing in the heat. Whether you're preparing for a summer race, training through hot and humid conditions, or simply trying to survive your long runs this time of year, this episode will help you train smarter and stay safer.

I talk about:

• Why heat impacts performance more than most runners realize
• The difference between heat adaptation and heat exhaustion
• Active vs. passive heat training protocols
• How to safely incorporate heat training into your program
• Cooling strategies for both humid and dry environments
• Ice bandanas, arm sleeves, core cooling, and race-day heat management
• Recognizing the signs of dehydration and heat stress
• Why effort (not pace) should guide your training in the heat

The goal isn't to suffer through every run. The goal is to adapt, stay healthy, and give yourself the best chance to perform when race day arrives.

If you're training through the summer or preparing for a race in hot conditions, this episode is packed with practical strategies you can start using immediately.

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In this solo episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what training has really looked like lately.

From VO2 max workouts and threshold sessions to vert challenges, strength training, and the races for the year, this season has been anything but easy. I'm sharing the highs, the lows, the setbacks, and the lessons I'm learning as I prepare for some big goals later this year.

We dive into:

• My current training block and why I'm focusing on speed right now
• Balancing heavy strength training with high running volume
• Training through sickness, fatigue, and life's chaos
• My goal of climbing over 350,000 feet of vert this year
• The upcoming 50K treadmill challenge
• A 50-mile adventure with friends in St. Augustine
• Building toward No Business 100 this fall
• Doing the crazy Dreadmill challenge
• Why consistency matters more than perfection

This episode is a reminder that progress isn't always pretty. Sometimes training is messy, life gets in the way, and things don't go according to plan. But that's often where the biggest growth happens.

Whether you're training for your first ultra, chasing a PR, or simply trying to stay consistent, I hope this episode encourages you to keep showing up and trust the process.

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In this episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I sit down with Jim Witcombe and Cory Kitchens to talk about their experience at Sedona 125. From Jim being a veteran at this race to this being Cory's first 100+ Miler. We talk about the real side of ultra running.... the pain, the mental battles, the unexpected lows, and what actually keeps people moving forward when things get hard.

From hallucinations and destroyed feet, to caffeine strategies and sleep deprivation, this conversation dives deep into what it looks like to tackle 125 miles on trail.

Cory shares the experience of taking on his first 125-mile race and the lessons he learned through doubt, injury, and pushing far beyond what he thought he was capable of. Jim brings the perspective of multiple finishes at this particular race (and many other ultras) and proves that age doesn’t define what’s possible in ultra running.

We get into:

• Managing blisters, fatigue, and mental breakdowns during long races
• How caffeine and sleep strategy can completely change a race
• The role of community and shared suffering in ultras
• Why mindset matters more than perfection
• The small moments and humor that help runners survive dark miles

This episode is about more than running. It’s about resilience, problem solving, and learning how to keep going when everything in you wants to stop.

Whether you’re training for your first ultra or have years in the sport, this conversation is packed with honest stories, hard-earned lessons, and reminders that the toughest miles often become the most meaningful ones.

In this episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I sit down with Randi Zuckerberg to talk about her experience at Cocodona 250, where she ran an incredible race, pushed through some of the hardest moments out there, and came away with a massive PR and an entirely new perspective on what she’s capable of. We also dive into making yourself the main character in your story!

This conversation goes far beyond race results.

Randi opens up about the reality of moving through 250 miles. From navigating long stretches alone, managing sleep deprivation, adapting when things didn’t go to plan, and learning how resilience is built in the middle of discomfort.

We also dive into:

• The mental side of tackling huge endurance goals
• Sleep strategy and problem-solving during Cocodona
• Strength training and durability for long races
• Handling the unpredictable nature of 200+ mile events
• Why community plays such a huge role in ultra running
• The power of doing things that scare you

Randi’s journey from the tech world into ultra endurance is a reminder that growth happens when you step into the unknown and trust yourself through it.

Whether you’re training for your first ultra or chasing a massive goal of your own, this episode will leave you inspired to think bigger about what you’re capable of.

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