Richard Lifts & Runs Trails

Merged the new race schedules from Tejas Trails & Trail Racing over Texas, and then discussed the risks and styles of the races to improve your racing schedule.

Joined by Arkansas Ultra Running couple Sam and Irma for a group chat about trail running in Arkansas.

Discuss recent Telluride 100 MTB race, and preparation for Javelina 100, Brazos Bend 50, and Rocky Raccoon 100.

Virtual run August 1-9 benefiting ultra runner Tommy Rivers Puzey in his treatment of Primary Pulmonary NK T-cell cancer. Join @ runnersignup.com/coachben. #Runwithrivs

Stephen joins me to talk about his upcoming races at the Georgia Jewel 100 miler, and No Business 100 miler, his recent training, and the Georgia trail running scene.

New Jalapeño 100 coming in November to South Texas, discuss the secrets of Tarahumara runners in Mexico, and the Garmin outage.

Review Altra Olympus 4 vs. Olympus 3.5 , and discuss the cancellation of Habanero 100.

Discuss heat management, mental strength, Altra Olympus 4, nutrition, clothing, and anti chafing hacks.

In this episode I talk about running through airports which can be a demanding workout. Today’s demanding run was done wearing a medical mask.

In this episode we talk about cycling and the great benefits it provides to runners. We discuss how to adjust your bike and training plans to benefit your running. I interview Oliver Atkin which is a very experienced cyclist in the UK and bring back the Ultra Trucker Sam Elkins to talk about cycling.

In this episode I update you on my training and race plans for the rest of the year.

Review my win at Jackalope Jam 48 hr Ruck race and preview the Olympic marathon trials. I will select my men and women picks to win this Saturday.

Jackalope Jam 48hr Ruck race update, Diet wars, 20 nutrition myths of 2020, and my updated race schedule.

Discuss upcoming Jackalope Jam 48 hr Ruck race, and Bandera 100k race recap

Bandera 100k update, Jaybird Tarah Pro Ear buds technical review, Garmin Strength app, and Altra shoe tip

Discuss Ryan Hall’s amazing training block in a effort to pace his wife, Bandera 100k updates, best running podcasts, and the meaning of “competition”.

This episode reviews the Zygos 4.0 Hydration pack and gives a detailed race recap for Mosaic Trail 50K.

This episode is a introduction to a fast growing online running team app called Squadeasy (formerly Squadrunner).  I discuss the concept, culture, and basics on getting started. It is a free app which is challenging and adds some extra fun into your running plans by letting you compete against other global teams while building team spirit with 20 team members. My discussion includes both universes...

In this Thanksgiving episode we recap the Trivium 50K, updated race schedule, Ultra running news including World Mountain Running Championships, Xterra championships, and North Face 50. The Ultratrucker finds his new wife at the Habanero 100, and my joining the UltrAspire Immortal running team for 2020. 

Detailed race recap of Javelina Jundred 100 mile and some Ultra news

In this episode I discuss important aspects and rules of this golden ticket race, my 100 mile race preparation, and elite runner race results predictions.

In this episode we discuss Xo Skin Compression shorts/ David Goggins and Robert Steger at Moab 240, Treeline Journal, Steve Jones, Kipchogee, and marathon news from the weekend.

In this episode I review my J&J 100km trail race and share my personal experiences with Unived Elite Gel. I compare it to my experience with Hammer, V-Fuel and Gu gel products.

Exciting episode which includes a Garmin Fenix 6X watch product review comparing it to the previous 5X version, J&J 100 km race preview, recovery tips, salt tablet usage, recent Ultra news, and snake handling during night runs.

Interview with Ultra Trucker Sam, Daily news, and equipment review of the Ultimate Direction Race Belt