Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast

Bringing function and beautiful design to running apparel is what VanderJacket does.  Hear the thought and care put into every jacket from company founder and designer, Sarah Vander Neut. You'll be inspired by how she approaches her craft.  And Marcie Bazor is back in a can't-miss segment,  sharing her version of what some trail races - both big and small - are all about.   You'll l...

Steve Combs shares his experience at the Grindstone 100 and you will be amazed and inspired by his Why, his training regimen, and his mottos for the race.   He does a fantastic job recounting his amazing experience and the Herd is going to love it. And Timmy Time is back to share some road trip songs that serves as a "peek behind the curtain" to some of the road trips taken by the Big As...

Coach Greg is back to answer some brand new questions from the Herd.  Find out his take on cross training, nutrition for long runs, and what fall races you might want to put on the schedule. And what are the essentials to take along when hitting the trail?  Well we asked the Big Ass Runner Herd and we reveal the answers in segment two.  You may be surprised what tops the list.  Plus, you may get s...

Our running coach extraordinaire Coach Greg is back to hand out wisdom nuggets a-plenty.  Coach Greg takes on some of the toughest questions the Big Ass Runner Herd has to offer.  Find out how he helps his runners estimate their finishing times, and what the "Fin Philosophy" of running is.     And back by popular demand - it's Marcie Cheap Ass Stuff, where she reveals some of the am...

The very popular segment, "My First Trail Race" is back and we hear from Kevin Copley as he takes on his first ultra distance. You'll love finding out what motivates Kevin and where in the world he is from.  See if you can detect it from his awesome accent.   And it's been a hot summer, so Timmy Time uses his golden vocals to lean into fall and winter-themed songs.  Find out ho...

One of our favorite segments is back as Steven Holgate shares his "Why I Run".  You'll love how Steven has handled many setbacks and how he leans on his very clear why.  And in segment two, Marcie Bazor is back to answer some controversial and hard-hitting questions from the Big Ass Runner Herd. Plus, you won't believe some of the reviews that have come in about the show.  All...

There's one body part trail runners should strengthen but is often overlooked.  Dr. Lisa is back to help us understand what that is, why it is important, and gives us some simple ways to address it directly.  In segment two, the golden tones of Timmy Time bring us amazing songs from movies.  See if special guest Marcie Bazor can figure out which movies these delightful tunes are from.  How ma...

We learn some awesome lessons on how to interpret really difficult races and training from Big Ass Herd member, Kelly Black.  Kelly shares how difficult times helped her conquer an important race, and how being kind to yourself pays huge dividends.  You'll love this honest, transparent conversation with Kelly. In segment two, the popular "Jeff, I was wondering..." segment is back, w...

Trail runners set big goals but one common obstacle may be getting in the way. We talk about what that is and how to fix it in segment one of episode 107 of the Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast. In segment two, Marcie Bazor is back to debut a new topic - cheap ass stuff.  It seems Marcie has a knack for finding a deal and has a sweet item to share with the Big Ass Runner Herd.  What could it b...

Trail runners are always looking at ways to improve their training and race nutrition.  We kick off our 2nd birthday episode 106 by looking at the top gels, chews, and bars as rated by irunfar.  See if you agree or get some ideas of new things to try in this very practical and potentially delicious segment.  And in segment two, we finish part two of the Timmy Time request line and the songs are ve...

Episode 105 kicks off with a segment about overcoming setbacks.  Hear about Jeff's major setback and get great advice from the Herd on how to react when setbacks occur.  So helpful and encouraging.  And in segment two, we opened the Timmy Time request line and got many amazing submissions.  You will be amazed at some of the selections - play along as the golden vocals are on full display.  Pl...

Episode 104 is all about goal setting.  In segment one, we'll introduce you to Tomasz Drybala. You won't believe the Big Ass Goals he has set for himself, and you'll love his approach on how to attack those goals.  He's running around what? And in segment two, you'll hear all about some of the goals the Big Ass Runner Herd has set for the remainder of 2022.  Can you resona...

Doing hard things is what trail runners do.  Doing hard things with friends can create epic experiences.  Episode 103 of the Big Ass Runner features Courtney Boyle, who attempted the Cocodona 250 with two of her friends.  How did they do, and what did Courtney learn along the way?  You'll love hearing about Courtney's experience. And in segment two, we tackle one of the toughest question...

It's hot out there!  So we bring you a special "man it's hot!" episode of the Big Ass Runner. In Segment One, Coach Greg is back to talk about how to deal with the heat.  There are so many wisdom nuggets, from hydration, to apparel, to training times, you name it, we cover it, and you'll be prepared to tackle the heat as summer rages on.  And in keeping with the hot theme,...

If you're nervous about crewing, or just want to get better at it, Segment one is for you!  Coach Greg walks us through the do's and don'ts of crewing, throwing out a whole platter of wisdom nuggets in the process.  Find out what the best trait for a crew member is and the number of different roles you may have to play.  You'll love it! And Segment two we bring back Jeff, I Was...

We celebrate Episode 100 with some special guests and surprises!  Join us for an extended version of the show and some of the most popular segments over the last century of episodes.  Segment one starts with a very special guest, and segment two is a Big Ass Runner classic focusing on "celebrations".  You'll laugh, probably roll your eyes, and hopefully be both encouraged and entert...

Episode 99 begins by looking into celebration - why it is important and what benefits we get from doing it.  Find out favorite ways members of the Big Ass Runner Herd like to celebrate.  Food, drink?  Will you be surprised? And in segment two, Marcie Bazor is back and answers the Herd's hard hitting questions.  You'll find out some amazing things like how many miles Marcie has on her Gar...

Episode 98 is a special edition of the Big Ass Runner Podcast.  A few months ago, your OG Clydesdale and Big Ass Runner host Jeff Harrell was interviewed for the Trail Running Woman Podcast by Hilary Spires. Jeff was honored to appear on such an important and widely successful show, and in this episode, you get to hear the very exclusive interview.  Find out a few things about Jeff that you may no...

Whether we're new to trail running, or trying to get our friends to give it a whirl, understanding the pivotal questions new trail runners have is important.  We get the scoop from new trail runner Hayden Harrell, who happens to be related to Jeff in some way. And, Runner's World Magazine posted the top running quirks, and we didn't think they were up to trail runner quirk levels, s...

Episode 96 kicks off with an update from one our favorite guests, Sarah Vander Neut of Vanderjacket.com.  Sarah tells us about her recent experience with a birthday marathon, and gives us a DIY pro tip to help up the functionality of your favorite running apparel. In segment two, you'll hear from the Big Ass Runner Herd as they share the best trail running advice they've received.  You&a...

If you are unclear what CBD is and how it benefits trail runners, you'll love segment one.  Eric Smart, Founder and CEO of Myaderm joins us give us clarity on how CBD can help with a common trail running problem, and even gives us a special offer. And in segment two, Jeff shares 7 things he's learned doing this podcast, and how they can also apply specifically to trail running.  See if y...

Author and coach Allison Pelot joins the Big Ass Runner to talk about what happens when your joy of running wanes, and how you can make some emotional and physical adjustments to begin to get it back. And in segment two, we debut the segment "Jeff, I was wondering" as Jeff tackles hard hitting questions from the Big Ass Runner Herd. Plus Jeff shares a Beacon of Light story you don't...

First-time guest Coach Brianne brings some very practical advice on how to improve your running technique to improve your performance and avoid injury.  Find out what her two favorite exercises are to improve trail running performance.  And in segment two, the Bazors are on to sample a new potential addition to the Chapas Aid Station at the Bandera trail race next January.  See what flavors might...

Why I Run is our favorite segment, and you'll love this week's edition as Craig Ashley talks about his why and how it has changed over the years.  We think you will resonate and find inspiration from Craig's story.  Segment two is an epic Ask Marcie Anything where you'll laugh, you'll cry (from laughing so hard) and you'll learn things you didn't know you need to...

Jeff answers the toughest Big Ass Runner Herd questions about trail running and life.  Find out who Jeff may be faster than and is there a 100 miler in his future.  And in the second segment, Timmy Time is back with special guest Marcie Bazor to bring us the tunes like no one else.  See how you score in this 7 song contest of Yacht Rock favorites. Plus Jeff talks about an apparel purchase you&apos...