The Ultra Running Guys

The Ultra Running Guys

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The Ultra Running Guys episodes

  • Episode 51: Vinny Crispino - Overcoming Pain, Finding Balance & Running Ultra
    Vinny Crispino is quite literally an expert in pain.  A young, gifted athlete, Vinny's life changed drastically when he broke his back not once, but twice, and learned to live with debilitating pain until a chance meeting changed everything.   After becoming the master of his own body and ridding himself of the pain that held him captive, he now teaches others to do the same.   Riveted by his story, we picked Vinny's brain about running injuries, maintaining balance, and how he is using all that he has learned to train for his first upcoming ultra in October.  This is not an episode to miss.   Be sure to check out  https://painacademy.net/ to see the amazing things that Vinny is up to and you can find him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/painacademy/   Also, he was kind enough to put together a video specific for The Ultra Running Guys Family.  You can find it here.  Give it a try and let us know what you think!:  https://youtu.be/E-xm2RumB-E Enjoy the episode!
    1 hr 14 min
  • Episode 50: Steve Epifano - Showing Up, Honoring Robin, and Conquering The Cocodona 250
    Can you all believe we made it to Episode 50!?  And to celebrate, we are taking it back to where it all began.  Steve Epifano continues to set the example in so many way and we had an absolute blast catching up with him about all the things he has been up to since we first launched the show.  Topics include his tips for success, launching the Robin Ames Foundation Ultra, and taking on the Cocodona 250.  If you aren't already, be sure to follow Steve at https://www.instagram.com/so_cal_runner/ and you can visit https://www.ramesfoundation.org/ to see how you can get involved or sign up for the RAF Ultra.  Enjoy!
    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 49: Mike Wardian - World Records, Lessons Learned, and "Running Home"

    Mike Wardian has to be one of the most interesting people on the planet.  In addition to having piled up a mind blowing list of running accomplishments, to include multiple Guinness World Records, his other hobbies include bee keeping, pickleball, chess and CrossFit.  And on top of all that, his current "Running Home" project has him running across the country to raise $100,000 and support Word Vision USA's mission to provide clean water around the globe.  As you will hear during the episode, Mike was literally running through Kansas during our chat.  Be sure to follow him on Instagram at www.instagram.com/mikewardian and visit his website at www.mikewardian.com .  To contribute directly to his World Vision USA "Running Home" cause, please use the link https://www.teamworldvision.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=332930 .  We have no doubt you will love hearing from Mike as much as we did.  Don't forget to leave a review or a rating and hit us up to let us know what your favorite part of the episode was.  Enjoy!

    49 min
  • Episode 48: Jeff & Catie Wilson - How To Run 100 Miles In Under 24 Hours
    Jeff and Catie Wilson have used a run / walk strategy to race their way to multiple sub-24 100 mile buckles. And what's more fascinating is that they have completed most of their 100 mile efforts completely together, every step of the way.  Tune in to hear their story, their tips, and why they choose to tackle most of their major events together.  Enjoy the episode!
    1 hr 1 min
  • Episode 47: Justin Hamilton - "Get A Buckle, Miss A Cutoff, Or Die"
    Justin Hamilton is an aspiring professional ultrarunner and a major hopeful for the upcoming Mid-State Mile.  He trains like a madman, has the strictest of personal standards on the course, and uses the mountains to "run the quit out" of his life.  But when he first made the decision to pursue his new path, he was an overweight alcoholic police detective who had just been arrested for DUI.    Tune in to the full audio episode to hear Justin's story and why he is obsessed with using ultra running to spread hope and honor his fallen brother in blue.  This is not one to miss.  Be sure to follow Justin on IG at https://www.instagram.com/ultra_dad_/ and welcome him to the URG family.
    1 hr 11 min
  • Episode 46: Agnes Huff - "I Could Have Chosen Knitting But This Is More Badass"
    We first met Agnes Huff a handful of weeks ago because she flew all the way from Santa Cruz, CA to North Carolina to run our race, The Hydra 50K.  And she did it alone, without any ties to the area.  Yes, she is a badass.  Agnes immediately made an impact on us and after watching her power through the race, including some tears shed at the finish line, we knew we wanted her on the show.  We talked about pain, pickle juice, and her quest to slay The Hydra and can pretty much guarantee you will find a TON of value from this conversation.  Be sure to follow her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/the_madmedic and welcome her into the URG family.  Also, for more info on The 100 Miles Or Bust Giveaway that we mentioned in the intro, head over to theultrarunningguys.com/giveaway and you will find everything you need.  Just Show Up!
    48 min
  • Episode 45: Lindsay Walter - "Be True To Who You Are"

    Lindsay Walter is kind, tough, and one heck of a runner.  We sat down to chat with her about growing up with alopecia, how it has helped her become a better athlete, and then dug into her recent 160+ mile win at the Country Mile 48hr event.  Do yourself a favor and don't miss this episode.  Be sure to follow Lindsay on IG at https://www.instagram.com/lindsayhannah3/ and keep an eye out for big things from her because we know they are coming.  Enjoy the episode and do us a solid by leaving a comment or sending us a review if you are getting value from the Podcast.  Thanks for being a part of the URG family!  

    59 min
  • Episode 44: Chris Varnadoe - Running With Snakes, Putting In The Miles & Taking On The Beast Coast Triple Crown
    Chris Varnadoe is all grit.  The only person to complete the East Coast Triple Crown of 200 milers, Chris is most at home plowing through the swamp in the most miserable conditions imaginable (think lots of snakes).  And with a sub-16 hour finish at the Yeti 100 in 2021, it's clear that Chris is still just warming up.  Tune in to hear all about his training methods, why he likes the tough races, and why he simply will not accept failure.  Be sure to follow Chris on IG at https://www.instagram.com/gritty_runner/ and say hello.  And be sure to leave us a review or send us a note if you find value in the episode. Enjoy!
    1 hr 1 min
  • Episode 43: Wes Claytor - Giving Your Pain A Purpose

    Wes Claytor is the real deal.  And we can all learn from him.  Jeremy first met Wes while sharing miles at the Southern Tour Last Man Standing and it was immediately clear that there is something special about him.  Following the death of his son in 2018, Wes turned to running, and ultimately a solo 100 mile effort, to reframe the loss that had threatened to destroy him and his family.  Tune in to hear how "Giving our pain a purpose can help us transcend the suffering" and why the sharing of Wes's personal story has been so impactful since he has opened up publicly about the journey.  You can checkout his website at https://wesclaytor.com/ and follow him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/wes_claytor/ Enjoy the episode!

    55 min
  • Episode 42: Kevin Hoegler - Ultras, MAF Training & Running With MS
    Kevin Hoegler ran his first 10K trail race in early 2020. By the end of that year, he had completed the Daytona 100 and has continued to test his limits, using MAF training, nutrition, and a killer mindset as foundational tools.  If all of that is not impressive enough, Kevin was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis 9 years ago at the age of 18. He embodies the idea that a diagnosis will not define him, and we can all learn from Kevin's story.  Be sure to follow Kevin on IG at https://www.instagram.com/kevinhoeglerruns/ send him some love.  Also, show him support for his HUGE upcoming events, including his 220 mile leg for MS Run The US.  You can see all the details at https://msruntheus.salsalabs.org/2022relay/p/kevinhoeglerrunsforms For now, take us along for your long run and enjoy the episode!
    1 hr 9 min

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Join ultra runners Jeremy Reynolds and Jeff Winchester as they share the unique, inspiring and mind-blowing stories that make up the ultra running community, all with the goal of helping you take the next step in your ultra running journey.