Everyday Ultra

When it comes to running, having strong hips is crucial for increased performance, decreased injury, and increasing longevity in the sport. So, what’s the best way to have strong hips? And what are the things we can do to make sure we don’t have weak or imbalance hips to prevent any injuries in the future, or to make sure we’re not leaving performance on the table? We’re joined by hip health exper...

I recently won the Elephant Mountain 50K in Phoenix, AZ and I’m sharing all of the insights, lessons, and strategies that led to my success on race day! I share all the details of the race in this episode, including nutrition strategies, pacing strategies, mental tricks to use to push through difficulty, and how to approach tune-up races. I also give a play-by-play of the action, and sprinkle in t...

What does it really take to really train for and complete your first 100 miler? This episode will share everything you need to know as our guest today shares his in-depth experience training for and finishing his first 100 miler. This episode comes from the lens of an ultrarunner who also has a full-time job and a family with two young kids. And his name is Keifer Gilbert. Keifer came to me after...

Michael Versteeg is an Arizona legend in the world of ultrarunning. Winning the inaugural year of Cocodona, once running the FKT for the Arizona Trail, nabbing multiple wins and podiums, and being known as one of the most elusive characters of ultrarunning, Versteeg is a fan favorite. So, when he announced he was putting on the Saddles 100 mile race last year in Prescott, AZ, the running community...

Having crew and pacers at an ultra can be an absolute gamechanger and, in my experience, will greatly increase your chances of success on race day. That’s because a good crew and pacer strategy will keep you moving strong, take a lot of the mental thinking off your plate in an ultra, and can get you everything you need without you doing extra work. But how do you organize a well-rounded crew and s...

Recovery is just as important as the miles when it comes to training for an ultramarathon. Because we put our bodies through so much when it comes to ultrarunning, having a recovery routine and regime is incredibly important when it comes to being a better endurance athlete. And in this episode, Jordan Battaglia breaks down an easy-to-use, science-backed recovery protocol that you can implement in...

Nutrition and fueling is one of the most important topics when it comes to ultrarunning. But here’s the thing: it’s the area most people struggle in. And since stomach issues is the #1 cause for DNF’s in an ultra, getting your nutrition strategy nailed down is an absolute must when it comes to preparing for your next race! Over the years of my own racing and working with tons of athletes, I create...

Running an ultra not only requires you to be physically fit; it also requires you to be mentally fit as well. And part of being mentally fit includes being fully confident in yourself and abilities to be able to get across that finish line. We all struggle with that negative voice in our head that says “you can’t do this”, especially when we are at the halfway point of an ultramarathon. But if you...

How do you not let excuses win when it comes to getting the work done as an ultrarunner? Whether it’s showing up day after day in your training, pushing through the mental lows of a long run, or dealing with how to get in the training in a busy life, building the strength to overcome the excuses is a must! And our guest today is the epitome of not letting excuses win. Jacky Hunt-Broersma is an ult...

What does it take to train for a 100 miler? And how do you structure your training for success to cross the finish line of the coveted distance in ultrarunning? 100 miles is a lot, and the training can seem daunting. But I'm here to break down everything you need to do to successfully train for your next (or first) 100-mile race. Using my expierience finishing several 100 milers and coaching tons...

Curious as to what training for a 250 mile ultramarathon looks like? I'm sharing a full look into what my training is looking like for the Cocodona 250 mile race this year, and this is the first episode of the series! In this episode, I share a recap of my first month of training for Cocodona 250, including how I'm focusing on working on weaknesses, what my long runs look like, and why I s...

Endurance sports and ultrarunning make us better people. Plain and simple. Whether that is by giving us the mental strength to do hard tasks in our life, the problem solving skills to get out of sticky situations, or the hook to have us chase bigger goals, the effects on our life are incredible. But there are even more ways where endurance sports can help us to be better in our lives. And in this...

“You will never walk or hike again”. That is what doctors told Amanda Kimiko Tsujikawa after she was diagnosed with cancer. But since then, she has raced and podiumed at Spartan race events, summited tons of high altitude and challenging mountains, won a half marathon, and most recently, competed in the Ironman World Championships in Kona.  And while those athletic accomplishments are amazing, wha...

After a life-changing accident left her paralyzed, Jesi Stracham set out to find purpose and self-empowerement through endurance sports. And after completing 15 Tough Mudder Events, completing 25 miles in World’s Toughest Mudder in a wheelchair, and finding consistency in the gym and the OCR course, she started to feel unstoppable. Jesi Stracham is 15x Tough Mudder Finisher, adaptive athlete, onli...

With all of the various ways to train for an ultramarathon (heart rate, pace, training by feel), it can be confusing to decide which method is optimal for ultrarunning. The truth is: there is merit to all of these training benchmarks. But, there is one that is far and above recommended over the others, and will likely lead to the best training when it comes to an ultramarathon. And in this episode...

When it comes to ultrarunners who had an incredible 2023, Tara Dower is certainly on that list: with setting the FKT on the Colorado Trail, winning Run Rabbit Run, and placing well at competitive races like JFK 50, Tara is not only an accomplished runner; but one who is well-rounded. In this episode, Tara shares insights into her training, nutrition, and racing strategies that have helped her to s...

With all of the ultramarathons out there, it can be hard to pick the right one that best fits with your goals and needs! But it doesn't have to be. In fact, there is a method I've been using for years to pick my own race schedules that have helped me to not only pick races that are best for me; but ones that leave me the most FULFILLED every year. In this episode, I share that exact strate...

Training in the winter as an ultrarunner can be tricky. Whether you have to navigate through freezing temperatures, less access to trails, or snow, it can make it seem difficult to get in the training you need to get ready for your next ultra. I trained in the winters of Wisconsin, Arizona, and New York, and I’ve learned a ton and have learned a ton from training in the years in the winter. And in...

Racing in a 200+ mile race contains so many things to manage: from the long miles, the sleep, blister management, and nutrition (to name only a few variables), there is a lot to get right when it comes to running a great 200 mile race. And over his running career, Cole Crosby has learned a ton on how to efficiently run a 200+ mile race or event in a way that gets you to the finish line strong. He’...

Being a great ultrarunner involves more than just being a great athlete; it also includes taking great care of your health. And in this episode with Brooks Bash, he shares his top tips to be both holistically healthy and mentally strong to take on any endurance challenge Brooks Bash is an athlete, entrepreneur, and founder of Earthy, a company revolutionizing sustainable energy for athletes.  In t...

If you want to become an ultrarunner, or if you are an ultrarunner looking to level up your training, this is the episode for you! Along my running journey, I've learned tons of principles, strategies, and concepts that have helped to make massive progress as an ultrarunner. And in this episode, I share the most impactful lessons I've learned along the way, so you can be the best ultrarunn...

Ultrarunning is an adventure. And with that adventure comes tons of life lessons that you can apply to your daily lifestyle and any challenges that you face in the real world. And for Chad Lubinski, he takes that to the fullest and applies lessons from his running and hiking career into everything he does. And in this episode, he shares some of his most powerful lessons he’s learned with hopes tha...

What is it like to run 50 miles at a 5:45 average pace? Our guest today tells us exactly what it feels like and what it took to help him get there. Because he recently did that at the Tunnel Hill 50 miler where he set the world record for fastest 50 mile in 4:48:41! Our guest today is Charlie Lawrence and he’s a professional runner for Bare Performance Nutrition and HVMN. He is also a 2:16 maratho...

Javelina Jundred this year was wild and I've never learned more in a race than I have ever learned throughout this experience. I raced the 100 miler for my second attempt at this race, for yet another stab at the Golden Ticket. Although I came massively short, I learned a ton. And ended up finishing 15th male, despite battling incredible pain in my quads and a really rough day. In this episode, I...

Can you believe it? Javelina Jundred is this upcoming Saturday! And as I prepare to toe the line this Saturday, I wanted to share what my training has been looking like heading into the last few weeks of the race, what my race-day strategies will be, and how I plan to execute. I also share some insights after pacing Sally McRae at Moab during the block as well! And finally, I answer all of your bu...