Trail Runner Nation

Dr. Mark Cucuzzella joins us again to discuss:

• Running a 50 mile run on minimal training
• Racing for fun without stress
• The Magic of Human Facia
• Foam Rolling

For more incredible information, go to the Natural Running Center

Watch the 8:26 Video of efficient running

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On your New Year's run, tune into Andy Jones-Wilkins and Ian Torrence as they reflect on the highlights and changes in trail running in 2014. Topics include:

• Where has shoe evolution gone in 2014
• "Don't fool with Mother Nature"
• Kilian's dominance
• Ultra Runners of the Year vs. longevity
• Ian's WS100 2015 training
• Birth and rise of the 200-mile race
• Changes in big race qualifications & how that drives changes in other races
• Has our culture changed in 2014?
• Growth of the sport
• The rise of ultra coaches
• The expansion of the trail running movies
• 2015 predictions

You can get coaching from Ian at McMillan Running

You can get coaching from AJW via irunfar.com

AJW Race: Thomas Jefferson 100K

Ian Torrence Races: Flagstaff to Grand Canyon Stagecoach 100 M

Gaspin' In the Aspen

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Jimmy Dean Freeman and Sally McRae join The Nation to answer random questions from call in Nation Members.

Enjoy this fun and entertaining podcast on your holiday run!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to The Nation!

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Get 20% off your purchase of INJINJI socks and wearbles by typing in the coupon code "TRNation" at check out (Valid in the USA only)

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Hal joins The Nation to talk about

• his newly published book, “Hal Koerner’s Field Guide to Ultra Running”
• his 2013 Fastest Known Time record on the John Muir Trail with team mate, Mike Wolfe and the newly released Journey Film, “The Long Haul”
• Most common questions runner ask him in his store
• How to properly pass on a single track

See The Long Haul Trailer #1 & Trailer #2

Read Mike Wolfe’s account of their FKT record HERE

Visit Rogue Valley Runners

Check out some of Hal’s races:

Pine to Palm

Lithia Loop

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Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition

Check out the cool head TORCHES made for trail running at Petzl

Get 20% off your purchase of INJINJI socks and wearbles by typing in the coupon code "TRNation" at check out (Valid in the USA only)

Get $5 off your first purchase at HARRYS by using the promo code "TRN" at check out.

joins The Nation to talk about how you can train for lifelong healthy and sustainable running by incorporating crossfit endurance training. The main principles include

• Develop correct and efficient running skills
• Build running endurance without injury
• Build functional strength, conditioning and mobility
• Focus on nutrition

Get the book HERE

Brian's other book, " Power Speed ENDURANCE: A Skill-Based Approach to Endurance Training"

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Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition

Check out the cool head TORCHES made for trail running at Petzl

Get 20% off your purchase of INJINJI socks and wearbles by typing in the coupon code "TRNation" at check out (Valid in the USA only)

Get $5 off your first purchase at HARRYS by using the promo code "TRN" at check out.

Although 90% of us are not going to be in contention of running that fast, each of us has our own “1:59”: getting in better shape, finishing a ½ marathon, running without injury for a long time, breaking a 24-hour 100-miler, etc.

Dr. Phil explains that there are small improvements that we can make that will allow us to attain our ultimate goals.

Get the book HERE

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Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition

Check out the cool head TORCHES made for trail running at Petzl

Get 20% off your purchase of INJINJI socks and wearbles by typing in the coupon code "TRNation" at check out (Valid in the USA only)

Get $5 off your first purchase at HARRYS by using the promo code "TRN" at check out.

Topics include:

• Weirdest thing you have seen on the trail
• Importance of rest
• Mitochondrial Bio-genesis
• Perfume / Cologne debate
• Consistency in training
• Do you have the C & D?
• Foam Rolling

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Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition

Check out the cool head TORCHES made for trail running at Petzl

Get 20% off your purchase of INJINJI socks and wearbles by typing in the coupon code "TRNation" at check out (Valid in the USA only)

Get $5 off your first purchase at HARRYS by using the promo code "TRN" at check out.

• How he got started
• How to juggle training and racing with a demanding job and family
• His training philosophy and how it has changed
• Plans for the future
• His beard, of course!

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Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition

Check out the cool head TORCHES made for trail running at Petzl

Get 20% off your purchase of INJINJI socks and wearbles by typing in the coupon code "TRNation" at check out (Valid in the USA only)

Get $5 off your first purchase at HARRYS by using the promo code "TRN" at check out.

• What new theories have been discovered?
• Has nutrient timing changed?
• Have our bodies changed?
• Has training and racing nutrition changed?
• Are all sugars created equal? Which is best for me? When?
• "Train Low, Race High" philosophy

Check out this book: Unbreakable Runner: Unleash the Power of Strength & Conditioning for a Lifetime of Running Strong

Previous Podcasts with Sunny:

• Unbreakable review with Sunny Blende
• Ultrafuel for Ultrarunners
• Fueling for your first Ultra
• Metabolic Efficiency Training
• Fueling In The Heat
• Carb Burning vs. Fat Burning

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Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition

Check out the cool head TORCHES made for trail running at Petzl

Get 20% off your purchase of INJINJI socks and wearbles by typing in the coupon code "TRNation" at check out (Valid in the USA only)

Get $5 off your first purchase at HARRYS by using the promo code "TRN" at check out.

Veteran ultrarunner, Monica Moore, joins The Nation with her coach, Seth Kotelnicki to explain how she trained for the recent Pine to Palm 100 in an nontraditional way. Seth Kotelnicki is the owner of The Ranch Athletics. His training method develops mental and physical endurance by concentrating on:

1. Perfect efficient running form (i.e. The Pose Method)
2. Strong core and intense, regular power lifting
3. Regular moderate-length training runs

Find out more about Coach Seth, his gym and training methods on

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Check out links of our CoHosts, Sally McRae and Billy Yang

Take the Tailwind Challenge at: Tailwind Nutrition

Check out the cool head TORCHES made for trail running at Petzl

Get 20% off your purchase of INJINJI socks and wearbles by typing in the coupon code "TRNation" at check out (Valid in the USA only)

Get $5 off your first purchase at HARRYS by using the promo code "TRN" at check out.