The Tribe of Runners Podcast

Summary In this episode of the Tribe of Runners podcast, I chat with Elliot Matson, a trail runner and the founder of Folklore, a unique trail running apparel brand. Go check out his clothing apparel in the links below. He such a Elliot shares his journey into running, which was inspired by his dog. He also discusses the challenges and joys of creating a brand that reflects individuality and fun i...

Summary In this episode of the I talk with Whitney Dancaster, an ultra runner who recently participated in the Barkley Fall Classic. And she took first female in the marathon! Whitney shares about herself and her journey into running. Whitney also talks about her training regimen, and some new things she did during the training for the Barkley Fall Classic. She shares some challenges she faced dur...

Summary In this episode of the Tribe of Runners podcast, Liz Myers interviews Simen Holvik, a professional ultra runner from Norway. Simen shares his journey from being a casual runner to a professional ultra marathoner, detailing the personal challenges he faced, including the loss of his wife and the impact it had on his running. He discusses his experiences at the Badwater Ultra Marathon, his p...

Summary In this episode, I talk to Casey Sparks, an endurance athlete, husband and father. Casey shares his experience training for and running the Leadville 100-mile race. His FIRST 100 miler and he lives in Florida. He discusses how he incorporates running into his life as a stay-at-home dad and HVAC technician. Casey talks about his training methods, including using the StairMaster and weighted...

Summary In this episode, John Calabrese discusses his experience balancing running with family and other responsibilities. He talks about the challenges of being a runner in a relationship with another runner and the need to find a balance between personal goals and family commitments. John also shares his experience with the Barkley Fall Classic race and how it has pushed him to become a better r...

Summary In this episode of the Tribe of Runners podcast, host Liz Myers celebrates her 30th episode and announces a giveaway for her listeners. To get in the raffle, please share the podcast on instagram (if you do not have instagram, send me an email), tag The Tribe of Runners Podcast and PlayOn relief. And do not forget to tag two friends on the post for this episode! I share my training journey...

Summary In this episode, Dr. Sarah, a specialized PT, discusses her work with women and hip issues. She owns Legacy Rehab and Performance, where she provides virtual performance coaching and physical therapy for women runners with hip pain. Sarah explains her 3D method of discovering, developing, and deploying a personalized plan for each client. She also addresses common issues like IT band syndr...

Summary Mandy Mullen, lives in Colorado, she is a mom, wife, runner and a race director for Run Windsor - Northern Colorado Races. Mandy shares her journey into running and ultra marathons. She started running to improve her fitness after college and eventually qualified for the Boston Marathon. After witnessing the resilience and support of the running community during the Boston Marathon bombing...

Summary In this episode, Ryan Soulier shares his journey into running and how he became a member of the Everyday Ultra running team and how he fell in love with running. He discusses the importance of having a coach and how it has helped him improve his running and problem-solving skills. Which Ryan shares the correlation between what he does in his career (a Financial Planner) and running. He als...

Summary In this episode, Josh Coleman shares his running journey, including his experience at the Leadville 100 race and his transition from road running to trail running. He also opens up about the tragic loss of his wife and how running has helped him cope with grief. Josh emphasizes the importance of moving forward and choosing to honor his wife's life through his running and volunteering e...

Summary In this episode, I chat with Michelle Goldberg! We discuss how we met to each other at the Forgotten Florida Race. We talk about their shared experiences in races and the small world of runners. Michelle discusses her personal journey in running, including her transition from a corporate career to running. She touches on the mental aspect of running and the importance of accepting and embr...

Summary In this episode, I chat with Dale Ter Haar and Stefan Ortwein who are the race directors of The Salt Pans Ultra Race. And we have Harvey Lewis on the episode to chat about his excitement for this race. And he also asks a few race specific quesitons. The Salt Pans Ultra Race is a unique trail running event held in Botswana's salt pans, known for its extreme conditions and isolation. The rac...

Summary In this episode, Joe Hardin shares his journey of sobriety, woodworking, and trail running. He discusses how his love for woodworking and trail running developed from his childhood experiences and his sobriety journey. Joe also talks about his involvement with the Run Try Bike community and the Everbday Athlete Podcast Network. He emphasizes the importance of sharing stories and inspiring...

Summary In this episode, Tori shares her journey into running, from being a soccer player to a road runner and eventually an ultra runner. She talks about her transition from road running to trail running and how it led her to pursue more ultra marathons. She shares her first memorable race, which was a 30-hour fixed-time race, and how it led her to pursue more ultramarathons. Tori also talks abou...

Summary In this episode, Sam Brower, a former cyclist and current trail runner, shares his journey from cycling to running. He discusses his love for endurance sports, his experience in the military, and how he got into trail running. Sam highlights the mindset and training lessons he learned from cycling and how they apply to his running journey. He also talks about his first trail race, the Spee...

Summary In this episode, I announces her upcoming races and discusses her training plans. She reveals that she will be running the Javelina 100 in October of 2024 as her first 100-mile race. However, she has changed her goal for this race and now plans to use it as a training run for the Across Florida 200 in December 2024. Liz shares her excitement and nervousness about taking on the challenge of...

Summary In this episode, I talk to Deanna Doane, an avid trail runner, who shares her love for running and her experiences in endurance sports. She discusses her passion for the outdoors, nature, and exploring beautiful places on foot. Deanna started running in high school and fell in love with the sense of freedom and meditation it provided. She gradually transitioned to trail running and has sin...

Summary In this episode, ultra runner Emily Lyons shares her lessons completing Badwater 135 for the second time! We begin the conversation discussing her background in running and how she got into ultra running. Emily talks about her experiences at the Badwater race, including the challenges she faced and the lessons she learned. Emily emphasizes the importance of pacing oneself and taking rest b...

Summary Adam Lee, a trail runner and host of the Community Trail Running podcast, shares his journey into trail running and the creation of his podcast. He discusses how he got into running, his transition from road running to trail running, and the sense of community and support within the trail running community. Adam also talks about his career outside of running and how he balances his podcast...

Summary In this episode, Amy Adams shares her experience running the Badwater 135 race, including the challenges she faced with travel delays and her unexpected food issues. Despite these obstacles, Amy remained calm and focused throughout the race. The race also had some unexpected encounters, but Amy pushed through and ultimately finished the race. Amy reflects on her experience of the race and...

Summary In this episode, I share my experience crewing and pacing at the Badwater 135, known as the world's toughest foot race. I discusse the difficulty of getting into the race and the importance of building a running resume. I talk about the challenges of the race, including the extreme heat and the high drop-out rate of runners. Also, I talks about the roles of the crew members and the imp...

Summary In this episode I talk to Charli Collins, a passionate runner and someone who is making moves in this running community. Especially in Austin Texas. Charli shares how she started running about a year and a half ago after a trip to Nashville where she decided to sign up for a half marathon on a whim. She talks about her journey from half marathons to marathons and eventually to her first 50...

Summary In this episode, Liz Myers interviews Jason Bahamundi, an endurance athlete with a passion for running, triathlons, and ultras. Jason shares his journey into endurance sports, starting with a half marathon 17 years ago and eventually progressing to triathlons and 100-mile races. He discusses the importance of being inquisitive and constantly challenging oneself in order to grow as an athle...

Summary In this episode, Dusty Taylor talks about his running journey of ultra running and his recent race at the Toxic Trail. He shares how he got into running and how it has become a coping mechanism for him at such a young age. He talks about the importance of the running community and the support and knowledge-sharing that takes place within it. Dusty reflects on his experience at the Toxic Tr...

Summary In this solo episode, Liz Myers (thats me) shares some valuable tips and insights for new runners. I emphasize the importance of reaching out to others in the running community for support and advice. Also discusses the significance of nutrition, hydration, and sodium intake in running performance. I encourage runners to focus on both the big picture and the small details of their training...