Everyday Ultra

I raced Kodiak 100 Miler last weekend and it was one of the most insightful races I've ever ran! So, I'm breaking down all of the lessons, stories, and takeaways from my race to help YOU crush your own races, ultras, and training. Buckle up because there is a ton to learn from in this race recap such as: Mental strategies to get through low points in an ultramarathon How to find the balanc...

Training for a 100-mile ultramarathon isn’t just about piling on the miles — it’s about building the right foundation that makes your body, mind, and strategy bulletproof on race day. In this episode, Joe breaks down the exact framework he used while preparing for the Kodiak 100 , explaining how to identify your biggest limiter and structure training around what really matters. Whether you’re chas...

You’ve put in the miles, nailed your training, and visualized the finish line—but one missed detail can still derail your entire ultra. In this episode, Joe breaks down the six essential steps every runner needs to dial in before race day. Whether you’re running a 50K or a 200 miler , this checklist will help you avoid common mistakes and show up fully prepared. Here’s a taste of what you’ll learn...

What can ultrarunners learn from running 760 miles across Colorado with 300,000 feet of climbing —while battling sickness, broken gear, and brutal weather? That’s exactly what Hunter Leininger discovered on his record-setting traverse across the Rockies. In this episode, Hunter shares not just the story of his Colorado FKT, but the practical lessons you can apply to your own training, racing, and...

In this episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast , host Joe Corcione chats with his athlete Jennifer Taylor , who recently conquered her first 100-miler at the High Lonesome 100 —one of the toughest ultras in the U.S. Jennifer opens up about how she turned grief and trauma into fuel for her running journey, but just as importantly, she shares the training strategies that helped her prepare for a moun...

In this episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast, Joe breaks down the exact process for building a powerful and smart race schedule. From A-races to tune-up events, he shares the key principles that will help you avoid common mistakes, set meaningful goals, and create a lineup of races that keeps you motivated, consistent, and ready to perform at your best. Whether you’re chasing your first ultra or...

Joe answers athlete questions on training, recovery, and mindset—while sharing insights from his own prep for the Kodiak 100. From balancing life’s curveballs to debating recovery tools, this session is packed with practical takeaways for any ultrarunner looking to get stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Here's what you'll learn: Balancing life and training: How to adjust your plan when...

If you’ve ever looked at a seemingly impossible goal and thought, “There’s no way I can do that,” Krissy Mae Harclerode’s story will flip that belief on its head. So, What does it take to turn pain into power and chase down massive goals like a 200-mile ultra? In this episode, Joe sits down with Krissy Mae Harclerode, an athlete, coach, and business owner whose journey from addiction and recovery...

There are a lot of new training interventions becoming popular in the ultramarathon world. But which ones are actually useful and which ones should you skip on? In this episode, we cover what the "hottest" training trends are and if they are overrated or underrated when it comes to training for ultras. These topics include: High carb fueling Carbon plated trail shoes Speedwork Losing Weight to Per...

What happens when running becomes more than just miles? It becomes a path to healing, self-discovery, and joy? In this powerful episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast , Joe sits down with Madeline Wolfenbarger , the runner you may know as the“masked runner from Instagram. Behind the funny, relatable reels and gear tips lies a story of resilience, courage, and transformation. Maddy opens up about he...

One of our amazing Everyday Ultra Coaches, Christie Brinker, just finished the Leadville 100M as her first 100M! Leadville is a tough course; with most of the race being above 10,000 feet of elevation, having over 15,000 feet of climbing, and having unforgiving cutoffs, it is a beast to tackle for a first 100M. But Christie trained hard for it, executed her plan well, and overcame all of the menta...

Everyday Ultra Coach Kilian Korth is in the progress of making ultra history: recently winning Bigfoot 200 and setting a course record, he is currently on track to break the record time for the Triple Crown, which hasn’t been done in years. And in this episode, Kilian breaks down some of his key strategies he deployed at Bigfoot 200, in his training, and along his ultramarathon journey that is lea...

Your biggest ultramarathon questions are answered in this Q&A episode! In this episode we cover: How many miles you should be running in peak week of training How much you should be training when going for an ultramarathon How to structure an ultramarathon training plan that fits your needs When to change shoes in an ultramarathon How to decide to run or not if you are feeling pains How to pla...

Ultramarathoning isn’t just about being physically strong; it’s about being mentally strong. And being mentally strong doesn’t just mean pushing through low points; it means being able to solve problems when they come up in an ultramarathon (which is always inevitable). That has been a big key to success for both Harry Subertas (Cocodona 250 champion in 2024) and Lauren Klein (ultrarunner, crew ch...

If I had known these tips before I started ultrarunning, I would have made progress much quicker! And that’s why I’m sharing them with you - so you can make progress faster and hit your big ultrarunning goals. These are some of the most important lessons I’ve learned through years of research, coaching, racing, and interviewing over 200 ultrarunners. Enjoy the episode and enjoy the training! SHOW...

One of the biggest names in ultrarunning joins us on the podcast after her epic win and course record performance at High Lonesome 100M! Rachel Entrekin is having an incredible year: with a win and course record at Cocodona 250 and a win and course record at High Lonesome 100M, she is on an incredible win streak. In this episode, we chat about the biggest shifts she has made to her racing and mind...

After a tragic car accident left him with a shattered pelvis and months in a wheelchair, Pete Kostelnick wondered if his ultrarunning career was over.  Two years later, he landed back on the podium at Badwater 135—running 40 minutes faster than his original winning time. In this episode, Pete shares how he rebuilt from the ground up, shifted his mindset, and returned to racing stronger than ever....

Today, we sit down with ultrarunner and Everyday Ultra Coach, Angela Sterf, to explore how to make ultrarunning fun again—while still making big progress.  We talk about the power of curiosity in training, how to build unshakable confidence through hard workouts, and why having fun is the secret weapon to sustainable improvement.  Angela shares personal stories, training strategies, and mindset sh...

Badwater 135 is one of the toughest ultramarathons in the world. The race is a 135 mile footrace through Death Valley, California, where temperatures have gone up to 130+ degrees at times. There is no shade on the course, it's extremely hot, and tests even the strongest of runners. I was out at Badwater this year crewing and pacing, and I learned so many things from seeing the runners take on...

To be a better runner and person, you have to think differently. And for Matthew Johnson, thinking differently not only made him better at ultrarunning; including winning a 100 miler, running 800+ miles across Texas, and climbing the height of Mt. Everest on a treadmill… It made him a better person; inspiring the lives of thousands of runners to push their limits, being the running coach to musici...

If you're running an ultra with hills, downhill running is a crucial skill to practice in your training. But many people approach training for downhills in the wrong way. In this episode, we break down: How to determine what aspect of downhill running you really need to work on The 4 parts of downhill running to work on Drills to help you improve downhill running How to avoid sore quads from d...

Kilian Korth just won the Tahoe 200 and nabbed a new course record on the current course this past week. And in this episode, he joins us to break down his biggest takeaways from the race! We chat about how he stayed so confident in his journey towards victory, how he was able to build self-belief in the process, and how he put together one of his strongest performances yet. We also discuss his bi...

The Tahoe 200 miler was the hardest race I've ever done. Between battling hallucinations, unable to breathe for most of the race, and some of the lowest mental lows I've ever had, this was the fight of my ultra career. And despite all of that, we finished in the top 10! And had one of the most insightful races of my life. In this episode, I break down everything that happened in the race,...

Strength training can massively improve your performance and recovery as an ultrarunner. But here’s the thing: most runners end up getting strength wrong. Not because they don’t know better. But because there’s a lot of outdated information and misconceptions out there in the running community. That’s why we brought on Kameron Harder to the podcast, who is an expert Strength Coach and Doctor of Ph...

We all hear “listen to your body”. But how do you know when you’re body is actually telling you to stop, or when you should push through? This is one of the most important skills to learn as an ultrarunner. Because not listening to your body can lead to underperformance, injury, or burnout. And no one wants that. In this episode, we share how to actually listen to your body, including: What are re...