Run The Riot Podcast

Listen in as Jennifer and I discuss my finish at the Moab 240! Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/moab240

In this episode, I had the pleasure of catching up with Nick Fowler for the third time. Now, you might remember Nick as the guy who conquered the Self-Supported Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the Pacific Northwest Trail and the Ozark Trail in our previous chats. Back then, he was dealing with some pesky ankle injuries but was determinedly preparing for a shot at the Self-Supported FKT on the Pacific...

Jodi Semonell is a strong runner who loves running tough races! She’s done the Hitchcock 100 many times, Cocodona 250 twice, Across the Years 200, Western States, Leadville 100, the Hardrock 100, and many more!   Just recently she ran across Nebraska (495 miles in 11 days!) in memory of her son and 2 friends who died of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s her desire to encourage people to install carb...

In this episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, I had an amazing chat with Kayla Straub, the beast of Kansas!. Kayla's journey into running is pretty incredible. She didn't start long ago, but when she did, she dove in headfirst. Her first ultramarathon was the extremely hot and exposed Honey Badger 100 in June 2020. She snagged second place right out of the gate! But that's just the beginning of her...

If you run trails around Arkansas, you probably know who Wesley Hunt is.  Wesley is a beast of a runner and an all-around great guy.  He’s run Arkansas Traveller 100 five times and won it 4 of those times - placing 2nd on his first outing.  Earlier this year, he won the LOViT 100 and plans to return to Traveller this year after a 5-year break.   I love his outlook on embracing the emotions that co...

Join in as I chat with Marianne Hogan and Rob Steger! Marianne came back from a major injury and podiumed at Western States and UTMB in 2022! Get this - Western States was her first 100 mile race and UTMB was her second! Rob, of Training for Ultra, was there to capture it all on camera! It was great getting to visit with them and hear all about it. Be sure to check out the Youtube video in the sho...

Bryan Gillette started doing epic things at an early age. At 20 years old, he rode his bike across the US. Then he got into ultrarunning and after running other distances, completed the Tahoe 200.   He took his experience on the trail and then interviewed 100 leaders (CEOs, CXOs, CIOs, CHROs, CFOs, founders, and ultra-distance athletes) to see how they take really big ideas across the finish line....

I got to sit down in person again with Nick Fowler. Nick had finished the Self-Supported FKT on the Pacific Northwest Trail when we spoke last. Since then, he was able to get the Self-Supported Fastest Known Time on the Ozark Trail! He's dealt with ankle injuries, but is training up for a stab at the PCT Self-Supported FKT! It's been fun watching his journey and hearing how he's learned and grown...

Mindset dealing with injuries translates to how we should deal with life's problems. Acknowledge the Reality of the Situation Have Patience in Dealing with the Problem Embrace the Process to Fix the Issue Set Goals and Visualize Seek Support Gratitude - Always!

On Today's Episode - Paul Cutbirth! Paul hasn’t been running ultras super long, but he’s having a blast running the long miles between work and family duties. We talk about overcoming injuries, training, early mornings, hunting, family, and life! Man, I love getting to know such cool people in our running community! Show Notes: http://www.theriot.run/paulc

Rene and Lisamarie Griffin are ultrarunners who live in New Mexico and they love to run long distances. Get this - They run their races together from the start to the finish and do really well with that! Listen in as I have a great time getting to know these two ultra-running beasts! Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/griffin

A friend from across the pond! I’ve had the privilege of coaching and working with Matt since October of last year to get him ready for his first 200, The Wild Horse 200 in Wales put on by RD and past podcast guest (Episode 24 and 45) Rhys Jenkins. Matt is an example of what you can accomplish when you put in hard work and trust the process. And he’s got a cool accent! You’ll love our chat about h...

Consistency Matters. The benefits of consistency

Don't let your mindset limit your potential!

Stop Trying and Start Training. Thoughts on life goals. Use the lessons we learn in training for our races in life. Create, small, measurable, daily habits that will get you to your goal. Train, don't try.

Today’s guest, Stacey Shaver-Matson is one of our Arkansas trail running friends.  She's run just about every Arkansas trail race! She also did the Tahoe 200 in 2018.  She’s a board member for AURA, the Arkansas Ultra Running Association, and also race director for Athens Big Fork Trail Marathon, Ouachita Trail 50, and the Arkansas Traveller 100.  We talk about the awesome Arkansas trail running c...

Strategies when dealing with the unknown. Thoughts on how I'm dealing with a possible setback. Focus on what you can control. Stay positive and hopeful. Seek support from others. Set new, realistic goals.

Christine is the overall winner of this year’s Outlaw 100 135-mile race! They called her “The Little Engine that Could” during the race. You’ll have to listen to find out why! She was also 2nd female at the 2021 Moab 240 Mile race! I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know her and talking about her impressive race resume, how she picks her races and her simple race strategy that has obviously worked gr...

Join me as we have a great conversation with Devin Nelson.  He’s a family man who discovered there was something special in pushing his body to do hard things.  After discovering and racing Tough Mudder races he found himself running long distances on the trails.  Then, he was signing up to run challenging ultramarathons!  We have great discussions about training with a family, DNFs, redemption, m...

Let's take some time to evaluate our lives in light of our values, goals, and priorities.

A few tips to stay disciplined in training and life.

Shaun Barnes is a friend who we’ve had on the podcast a few times before. He’s been doing big stuff!  If you remember, we had him and his coach on to talk about his experience doing the Triple Crown of 200s.  Then, we had him on to catch up and talk about the Iditarod Trail Invitational which he ended up not finishing, but he learned a ton!  THEN, we had him on to discuss his experience returning...

Today, we have a special guest who embodies perseverance and determination. Jonathan Prosser is a runner, husband, and father who overcame a DNF on his first difficult 100 miler and went on to finish the Outlaw 100. Then, the Leadville 100!  Not only that, he’s a husband, and father, and now directs a race in Kansas called the Skyline Scramble. Join us as we delve into Jonathan's journey and find...

Kathleen is an adventurer!  She’s hiked some amazing places all over the world.  She also has had the opportunity to run some great races.  Most recently, she won the Bigfoot 200 having done a large portion of her training by bagging 14ers and having a blast doing it! Show notes here:  http://www.theriot.run/kathleene

Sometimes, we've got to evaluate and backtrack.  And there's nothing wrong with that! I share a bit of my personal struggle on this one......and my plan...I'll be back!