Everyday Ultra

You've done the training for a 100 mile race; now it's time to execute the plan. But how do you best approach race day and actually approach a 100 mile way in the most efficient way possible. In this episode, Jeff Garmire, an accomplished ultrarunner with many FKTs (Colorado Trail Unsupported, JMT Unsupported, and many more) and I chat about how we approach 100 mile races, and all of the advice we...

Every runner faces that moment in training when motivation goes away. It becomes a bit harder to lace up the shoes and get out the door. And the stoke we had at the start of the training block is much less. If you can learn how to break through that point in training, you can successfully nail any training block you put in, because this is the skill that separates the people who stick with their t...

When it comes to learning how to be a better ultrarunner, it’s always best to learn from other runners who have accomplished the goal you’re looking to accomplish. That is why we’re bringing on an ultrarunner to the show who has not only accomplished so much in his running career; but has also learned tons of lessons along the way. And in this episode, we cover things such as: The key to making su...

We’ve all faced that negative voice in our life that tells us we can’t do something, or that we are not enough. And sometimes, it’s caused us to make decisions that don’t support who we want to be, as a runner or a person. But there is a way to be stronger than that negative voice, so that you can ultimately be the runner and person that you want to be, and accomplish all the big goals you set out...

This is our “Ask Me Anything” series where we will answer all of your questions about ultrarunning!  In this episode, we cover topics such as: -How to avoid injuries when you’re in peak mileage training -How to organize and handle mandatory gear for ultras -Altitude acclimation and how to best approach it -How to best train for vertical gain and steep climbs in your training -When to use poles in...

This is our “Ask Me Anything” series where we will answer all of your questions about ultrarunning! In this episode, we recorded this as a live episode with the athletes we coach at Everyday Ultra, so listen in for a super fun format! In this episode, we cover topics such as: -How to best pace running intervals -Are treadmills a useful tool to use in training -The simple (but powerful) metric to k...

In this episode, Hunter Leininger shares how he is preparing for the Triple Crown of 200s, how he is able to find the joy in suffering, and his biggest tips to mentally get through any endurance challenge. Hunter's athletic career began at the young age of 7, inspired by his father, Jeff Leininger, an adventure racer himself. Determined to follow in his father's footsteps, Hunter completed his fir...

Training for an ultra requires more than just logging miles and completing workouts; it also requires recovering well, so you can perform your best. It requires you to pivot the plan when things arise in life to make sure you’re still reaching your goals. And it requires you to be intentional in the way you approach your training and races. That’s what Jen Higgins did when she set out to run her f...

When it comes to training for a 100 miler, it pays to be consistent and to follow principles that will help you to train in the best way. And when it comes to someone who has done that well, Erika Auckerman comes to mind. Erika is a mother of two young children and wife who set out to complete her first 100 mile race: The Rim to River 100M. And even though it was a big goal, she trained for it wel...

Jeff Browning is one of the greatest ultrarunners of our generation. Winning over two dozen 100-mile races, being on the podium of some of the hardest ultras, and most recently, securing an FKT on the Colorado Trail, Jeff has immense experience in the sport of ultrarunning. Some of the biggest keys to his success comes from his mindset and how he mentally approaches ultras. And his approach isn’t...

It IS possible to train for (and complete) a 100 mile race, even if you have an incredibly busy schedule in your life. And our guest today, Eric Socia, proves that is possible, as he recently completed the Run Rabbit Run 100 miler as his first 100, even while balancing a full-time job, raising kids, and being an amazing husband. In this episode, Eric shares how he was able to balance all of the pr...

Is it possible to run an ultramarathon with no prior background as a runner? Absolutely. And our guest today proves that - as she went from no running or endurance background and 100+ pounds obese to finishing multiple 50Ks in the top 10, completing the Leadville 100M Mountain Bike Race, and finishing her first 50 miler recently! You’ll hear from Christie Brinker on how she was able to transform h...

What does it take to have an amazing race in a type of terrain that is a different style from what you’re normally used to?  For Jeff Mogavero, an accomplished mountain ultrarunner for On Running, he looked to answer that question by racing in the Javelina Jundred 100 miler, just months after completing UTMB. And even though the flatter course was relatively unique territory for Jeff based on his...

In one of the most impressive endurance accomplishments of the year, Tara Dower set the overall Fastest Known Time on the 2,000+ mile Appalachian Trail earlier this year in 40 days , 18 hours, and 6 minutes. It was an attempt that required mental toughness, extensive planning and curiosity, teamwork, and incredible endurance. And in this episode, Tara breaks down her biggest pillars of success as...

When it comes to racing ultramarathons, there will inevitably be mental lows throughout the race. Especially over the course of 200 miles. And for Max Joliffe, when he raced his first 200 miler at the Moab 240, he faced that same challenge. But Max overcame the struggle, and ended up making an epic comeback to solidify a first place and course record finish. That’s not the only comeback Max has ma...

Sometimes, we have a belief of what our limits are in running. But can we go further? And what does it take to really take it to the next level? Today, we’re joined by  Jonathan Levitt, a prominent figure in the running community and host of The For the Long Run podcast. And in this episode, he shares how he was able to have massive breakthroughs in his running career.  Jon shares the importance o...

Known as one of the greatest ultrarunners of our time, Harvey Lewis joins us today to share epic stories, incredible lessons, and takeaways from his 2024 season. After coming off a monumental year last year running 450 miles at Big’s Backyard Ultra, Harvey continued to pursue adventure and challenge in 2024. This year, he took on the Barkley Marathons once more, ran Badwater 135 (and then ran all...

We did it! At Javelina Jundred, I ran a 15:28 100-mile time with a negative split and came in 10th place male. And I can now say that I got redemption after last year’s race that didn’t go well.  This podcast breaks down my training for the race, what it takes to improve on mistakes, how to train intently to get a PR at an ultramarathon distance, and how to overcome mental low points to turn a bad...

Yoda was wrong! The dark side is a tool that you can use to push through the lowest points in your ultramarathon to give you the strength you need. What is the dark side exactly? It's more than just a Star Wars reference; it's a mindset. And we've all felt it at some point in our lives. So, we have the tools to use it. And when you're able to use it properly, you can get through any difficult chal...

The Moab 240 miler is one of the toughest ultras in the United States; traversing through hot terrain, rough conditions, and remote areas, it challenges even the toughest of athletes. For Sarah Ostaszewski, a 200+ mile veteran and Cocodona 250 course record holder, this was going to be the next challenge for her in her already decorated career. And even though it was one of the toughest races she’...

Success leaves clues. And the same goes for ultrarunning. So, when you look at some of the best ultrarunners in the world like Courtney Dauwalter, Adam Peterman, Sarah Ostaszewski, and others, there are patterns that each of them do commonly to lead to massive success. And we can take those principles and lessons and apply them into our own training. Even if you are in the back of the pack! In thi...

You can be the fittest runner in the world; but if you don't BELIEVE that you can actually accomplish your running goals, then the fitness won't pay off. And it goes way more than just saying you believe - you have to really feel it internally. And there's a process you have to go through to do that. In this episode, I share exactly how to do that and how to build belief, confidence, and strength...

What if your legs were able to run for longer periods of time before getting tired, sore, or fatigued? That'd be pretty awesome. Because that would mean you'd be able to perform better, run faster, and likely get the results you're looking for in your next ultra. But the problem is that a lot of runners don't set their legs up for success in their training to be durable. And even i...

You got ultra questions; we got answers! This is our first AMA episode of Everyday Ultra where I answer your burning ultrarunning questions. In this episode, we cover what to do if you can't take down solid food in an ultramarathon, the biggest differences between 100 mile and 200 mile training, and how much time should you take to go from 50K to 100 miles. Plus, much more! If you like this ep...

Let's face it: we will face hardships in life. Whether it's unexpected news that shifts our life, stressful times at work, or family issues, challenges can test our will to run. But, there is a way to train your brain to stick with running, even when life is hard. Because dealing with issues in life doesn't mean you have to stop running. In fact, it could be the time when you need runn...