Over Forty Undertrained

Dress Rehearsal: Ultra Gear Check We’re staring down the Black Hills 100, and it’s time to see if our gear is as undertrained as we are. In this episode, we’re doing a full dress rehearsal of everything we're packing to survive 100 miles. From the shoes on our feet and the tech on our wrists to the nutrition keeping us moving, we break down our hits, our misses, and our questionable choices. Tune...

Double digits, baby! We made it to Episode 10, and to celebrate, middle-aged brothers Reo and Ryan are turning the microphones completely over to you—our incredible community. We sat down to tackle your burning questions, and let’s just say, you guys did not hold back. We are diving deep into the messy, hilarious, and sometimes terrifying realities of ultra-marathon training when you're over forty...

It was bound to happen eventually. In this episode of Over Forty, Undertrained , middle-aged brothers Reo and Ryan face the ultimate rite of passage for any aging athlete: the dreaded, inevitable, nagging tweak. Whether it’s a phantom knee click, a stubborn Achilles flare-up, or a lower back that suddenly objects to basic human movement, we are officially "probably injured." We use a heavy dose of...

Over Forty Undertrained — Episode 8: Maah Daah Hey There We are officially on location in the beautiful North Dakota Badlands ! Recorded directly from the CCC Campground—the north terminus of the Maah Daah Hey Trail—the guys are recovering from a massive trail run and giving you a raw, honest look into their latest week of training. The Maah Daah Hey boasts one of the longest contiguous single tra...

In this episode, we break our own rules and welcome our very first guest to the show: Shane Wahlstrom . A long-time friend and veteran High School Cross Country and Track Coach, Shane brings a wealth of knowledge from both sides of the whistle. While the rest of us might be struggling to keep up, Shane dives deep into the reality of what it actually takes to build a culture of success—both for the...

In This Episode: The Big Mileage Recap: * Reo shares how he managed to grind out a 65-mile week while on a work trip. Ryan pushes the limit even further, nearly hitting the 70-mile mark . We break down how the legs are holding up and the mental hurdles of high-volume training in your 40s. Pro Corner: * We discuss the mind-blowing, world-record-shattering performance at the London Marathon. A look...

Speed isn't everything—sometimes, the magic happens when you dial it back. In this episode called Slow Pokes , we’re ditching the "no pain, no gain" mentality and celebrating the power of the easy pace. We kick things off by catching up on our own mileage from the last two weeks, sharing the highs, the lows, and the lessons learned from our recent runs. The Science of the Slow Ever wonder why elit...

In this episode of Over Forty and Undertrained , titled "The April Fools," we take a look back at our latest week in running and the unique challenges of balancing training with a busy life. The highlight of the week was our long run out at the lake over Easter weekend—a beautiful but demanding session that tested our resolve. We dive into the reality of "finding the time" when the schedule is pac...

In this episode of Over Forty Undertrained, we dive into one of the most overlooked performance essentials for runners: sodium intake. Whether you’re training for your first 10K or grinding through ultra distances, getting your salt balance right can make the difference between cruising and cramping. We break down: Our week in running How much salt runners typically lose (and why it varies so much...

We explore the importance of consistency, managing expectations, and why simply showing up is often the biggest win of the day. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just trying to get back into a routine, this conversation is about embracing the journey of aging without losing your competitive edge—or your sense of humor.

In this inaugural episode, middle-aged brothers Reo and Ryan attempt to explain why two men who should be investing in comfortable recliner chairs have instead decided to start running ultramarathons. The brothers look back at how they got their start in running and share the exact moment they realized they weren’t young anymore. They talk about a few of their upcoming races and what to expect if...