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- Episode 91: Paul Johnson - "It's Going To Hurt And That's OK"
Just over 14 months ago, Paul Johnson wasn't running seriously. And now, just over a year later, he has taken on the Canyons 100, the World Series of Ultra Running UTMB, set a personal marathon best of 2:46 and at the time this recording drops he will be setting out for a 150 mile training adventure from Newport, Rhode Island to Boston and back, all in preparation for a world record attempt from Los Angeles to New York beginning in March 2024.
And while all this is impressive, we were more impressed by who Paul is as a person and his constant willingness to look inside, be honest with what he sees, and take action to improve. It's something we can ALL learn from. So take us on your long run and like always, let us know what you think. Ladies and gentlemen, Paul Johnson!
Checkout more from The Ultra Running Guys:
Website: www.theultrarunningguys.comRace: The Hydra - April 20, 2024
Patreon: www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguys
1 hr 18 min - Episode 90: Race Spotlight - Badwater Salton Sea
Our mission is to help you take your next step on your ultra running
journey. And, sometimes, if you are like us, you may not know what that next step may look like. In this episode we want to introduce you to the Badwater Salton Sea. Part of the Badwater family of races, Salton Sea is lesser known than the Badwater 135, but has all the features that you would come to expect from a Badwater race. Salton Sea is a team race consisting of two or three runners and the kicker is...it is not a relay, instead they have to stay together.The course covers 81 miles over deserts and mountains in Southern California from Salton City to Palomar Mountain. The route is a mix of road and trail with a total elevation gain of over 9000 feet. The next Salton Sea will take place on April 27th and has a cap of 100 runners. Interested? Listen in as we catch up with race director, Chris Kostman.
More information on the Badwater Salton Sea: https://www.badwater.com/event/badwater-salton-sea/
Register here: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=106596
Checkout more from The Ultra Running Guys:
Website: www.theultrarunningguys.comRace: The Hydra - April 20, 2024
Patreon: www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguys
41 min - Episode 89: Chris Morrison - Finding Joy In Doing Hard Things
Chris Morrison is gearing for his second 50-mile race with Man Against Horse, and we sat down with him to hear his powerful story. Chris believes that running is for everyone and that while it can be hard, it's about finding strength and joy rather than simply breaking ourselves down. And he sets an amazing example. Be sure to follow him at @chrismorrison_runs and let us know your biggest takeaway from the episode. You don't want to miss this one!
Checkout more from The Ultra Running Guys:
Website: www.theultrarunningguys.comRace: The Hydra - April 20, 2024Race: The Final Countdown - 2024 Date TBD
Patreon: www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguys1 hr 12 min - Episode 88: Race Spotlight - Rocky Raccoon 100
Our mission is to help you take your next step on your ultra running journey. And, sometimes, if you are like us, you may not know what that next step may look like.
On the show we are taking a look at the Rocky Raccoon 100 which takes place in Huntsville Texas on the weekend of Feb 3rd and 4th.According to the website, the Rocky Raccoon 100 is"Known as the perfect trail running course for veteran runners wanting a 100mile P.R., as well as the perfect race for rookie ultra runners wanting a good setup to accomplish their goal. Expect frequent and incredible (known around the world) aid station support all day and night. Generous cut-offs. A fun atmosphere for family, friends, and awaiting crew members with 5 x 20 mile beautiful loops around the lake, over wooden bridges, and through towering East Texas trees. Gently undulating trails on a bed of pine needles."The race is a Western states qualifier and runners have 30 hours to complete.Join us as we sit down with PJ Izaguirre, Assistant Race Director for the Rocky Raccoon 100.Rocky Raccoon 100 Info:Main website: https://www.tejastrails.com/rocky100Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tejastrailsPhoto credit: Let's Wander Productions:https://www.instagram.com/letswanderproductionsCheckout more from The Ultra Running Guys:Website: www.theultrarunningguys.comRace: The Final Countdown - TBDRace: The Hydra - April 20, 2024Patreon: www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguys30 min - Episode 87: Ashley Durstine - Mastering the Ultra Experience & The Oregon 200
We sat down with Ashely Durstine, an Air Force veteran and mom of 3, and she was EPIC! From AZ trails in the White Tank Mountains, to conquering the Oregon 200, to running with protection, the conversation was top notch. Take us on your long run while we chat hallucinations, aid stations names that can't be pronounced, and why the Grand Canyon makes for the perfect training runs.
Be sure to follow Ashley on IG , let us know what you think about the episode, and as always, #JustShowUp !Checkout more from The Ultra Running Guys:Website: www.theultrarunningguys.comRace: The Hydra - April 20, 2024Race: The Final Countdown - 2024 Date TBD
Patreon: www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguys1 hr 12 min - Episode 86: Race Spotlight - Leona Divide 100K
Our mission is to help you take your next step on your ultra running journey. And, sometimes, if you are like us, you may not know what that next step may look like.
As you many of you know, we live on the east coast and don't have a lot of exposure to the races on the west coast, and as we have been doing this series, we have come to find more and more races that are just incredible to think about running. This race is one of those races.The Leona Divide 100K is held in Lake Hughes, California which is North of Los Angeles and runners will spend a majority of their race on the Pacific Crest Trail. The race is also a Western States Qualifier.We encourage you to stick around through the end of the show as well as there is a HUGE announcement this year that the RD, Keira Henninger, makes and we think will make the Leona Divide experience even more incredible.If you love the episode make sure to leave a rating, comment, and subscribe. We appreciate you taking the time to listen.Leona Divide 100K Info:Main website: https://www.khraces.com/series/leona-divide-50-50Race / course preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHXG7jmR9sk&t=1shttps://www.instagram.com/khraceshttps://www.instagram.com/keriahenningerCheckout more from The Ultra Running Guys:
Website: www.theultrarunningguys.comRace: The Final Countdown - September 16, 2023Race: The Hydra - April 20, 2024
Patreon: www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguys40 min - Episode 85: Harvey Lewis - World Records, Big's Backyard Ultra and Like Harvey Like SonAn amazing conversation with an absolute LEGEND! Plug in to hear us catch up with the one and only Harvey Lewis where we talk about his run commutes, his mindset, and his world wide adventures. From running 375 miles at Dead Cow Gully, capturing a podium spot at the Badwater 135 less than 2 weeks later, and then crushing 17K feet of vert at the Canadian Death Race, Harvey had quite the summer before getting back to run commuting for his teaching job. He is truly one of the best human beings on the planet. Be sure to check out his adventure travel site at http://www.runquesttravel.com/ and hit us up to let us know what your favorite take aways were. Enjoy!
Checkout more from The Ultra Running Guys:
Website: www.theultrarunningguys.comRace: The Final Countdown - September 16, 2023Race: The Hydra - April 20, 2024
Patreon: www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguys1 hr 11 min - Episode 84: Race Spotlight - JFK 50
This week we are taking a look at the JFK 50, which is a 50 mile run located in Maryland. The JFK 50 is "America's Oldest Ultramarathon" dating back to 1963 and has a rich history that makes this race one that every runner should put on their calendar at some point.
The race is broken down into 3 segments. The Appalachian trail segment which starts with 2.5 miles on a road before entering the trailhead for the Appalachian trail for another 13 miles. After that, runners will run 26.3 miles on the C&O Canal towpath which is flat and unpaved, and then leaving the towpath, they get back on paved rolling country roads for the final 8.4 miles.This course is point to point and has over 1000 runners. This race is a fun one and we highly recommend it.Join us as we sit down with Mike Spinnler, Race Director for the JFK 50.JFK 50 Info:https://www.jfk50mile.org/Checkout more from The Ultra Running Guys:Website: www.theultrarunningguys.comRace: The Final Countdown - September 16, 2023Race: The Hydra - April 20, 2024
Patreon: www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguys37 min - Episode 83: Andy Glaze - Big Miles, Coco-Canyons & Tik-Tok Stardom
You know him, we love him, and it was time we had him BACK on the show! Tune in to hear us chat with Andy Glaze about running monster volume, navigating all 350 miles of the Coco-Canyons, and what it's like being a social media star. Andy lives by the motto "Smile or you're doing it wrong" and it shows. Be sure to follow him on IG at @amglaze and check out lots of his other great content on his linktree As always, enjoy the episode and be sure to let us know what you think!
Checkout more from The Ultra Running Guys:
Website: www.theultrarunningguys.comRace: The Final Countdown - September 16, 2023Race: The Hydra - April 20, 2024
Patreon: www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguys1 hr 15 min - Episode 82: Race Spotlight - Umstead 100
Our mission is to help you take your next step on your ultra running
journey. And, sometimes, if you are like us, you may not know what thatnext step may look like.This week we are taking a look at the Umstead 100, which is a 100 milerun located in Raleigh, NC at the William B Umstead State park. Thecourse consists of 8 loops of 12.5 miles each and consists of crushedgravel and dirt compacted together and provides good footing. Despitebeing on the east coast it does have some elevation, though not a tonlike a mountain race, this course has rolling hills and is consideredrunnable, but many runners will take the hills as walk opportunities -particularly the steeper ones on the back half of the loop. Totalelevation gain is 8000 feet.Runners have 30 hours to complete and the race is also a Western Statesqualifier.Join us as we sit down with Rhonda Hampton, Race Director for theUmstead 100.Umstead 100 Links:Info:https://www.umstead100.org/https://www.umstead100.org/pdf/First_100.pdfCheckout more from The Ultra Running Guys:Website: www.theultrarunningguys.comRace: The Final Countdown - September 16, 2023Race: The Hydra - April 20, 2024
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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.
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