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"Trusting the taper is as much a mental challenge as it is physical." – Corinne​

"Every race teaches you something new, no matter how many you've done." – Matt​

"Balancing life and training is an art form we're all trying to master." – Troy​

In this episode of Trailing Indicators, host Troy Meadows reconnects with regular guests Corinne Shalvoy and Matt Van Dalsem to discuss their recent racing experiences, upcoming goals and as always a handful of ultra specific topics.

Episode Highlights:

Matt recaps his back-to-back race weekend spectating the 50K and running 28K at the Big Alta in Marin, sharing how knowing the course gave him a midpack edge—even if his fueling plan was more of a “grab what’s at the aid station” vibe. He also drops the news that his next A-race is the Rodeo Valley 8K—which he’ll be running with his 10-year-old son!

Corinne is just days away from toeing the line at the Gorge Waterfalls 100K and shares how she's navigating the taper blues while juggling coaching duties for two athletes who will also be racing. 

The trio dives into volume ramp-ups for summer A-goals, how to adapt strength training during big mileage weeks, and why sometimes not training is the best move after getting sick.

They round things out with banter about Cocodona 250 commentary, Randy Zuckerberg’s growing presence in the ultra scene, and dream-casting “Unbreakable 2.”

Discussion Topics:

• How to come back to training after being sick 

• Ramping up training for your Ultra A goals. 

• Adapting strength training routines as run training ramps up.  

Corinne’s Links

@corinne_shalvoyage

Corinnes’s Coaching Page

Shalvoy Running - YouTube Channel

Women Can Site

Troy’s Links

@troyontherun

Troyontherun.com

Troy’s Ultra Coaching Page

MVD Links

@mvd_trailrunner

Relevant Links:

• Gorge Waterfalls 100K ​

• Cascade Crest 100 Information

• Big Alta 50K Course Overview

• Rodeo Valley Trail Run

Keywords:

Gorge Waterfalls 100K, Cascade Crest 100, Big Alta 50K, Rodeo Valley 8K, trail running, race preparation, tapering strategies, balancing training and life, ultra running, Western States qualifier​