For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

Training, Fueling, and Preparing for Western States with Adam Peterman


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Get an inside look at what it’s like to run Western States!

Adam Peterman is a professional trail runner living in Missoula, Montana who ran for the University of Colorado.

Listen to hear about:

  • Adam’s love-hate relationship with the Mags run in Boulder

  • The decision to pursue a career as a pro trail runner

  • Adam’s approach to racing and embracing the unknown

  • A sacral stress fracture and how Nordic skiing may have contributed to it

  • Preparing for a return to Western States

  • An inside look at fueling for races

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    • Adam on Instagram: instagram.com/adampeterman_ 

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    • Join the For The Long Run email community: for-the-long-run.beehiiv.com

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