Heartland Running

This week Heartland Running goes Down Under.  Crystal has the chance to hang out with Brodie Sharpe.  Brodie is the host of an Australian running podcast called Everyday Running Legends.    We have a fun conversation about his experience here in North America and how it resulted in him turning to the world of running.  We cover why he blames his sister for everything. We discuss injuries. And of course we talk kangaroos! Be sure to check out Everyday Running Legends - iTunes, Website, Twitter Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

On this episode Crystal and Andy talk to David Hale who recounts his experiences at this year’s Georgia Death Race.  He teaches us how to underprepare to overachieve; how to not get flagged for explosives at the airport, and the joys of the mashed potato burrito. The 15% off Orange Mud discount code GDRDAVID is valid until 5/31/18. Where to follow David:  Facebook, Instagram, Twitter   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Crystal is back with another “Ask the Expert” episode.  This week she talks with sports nutritionist, Meredith Terranova who answers questions from our listeners. Meredith  has a B.S. degree in Human Nutrition and has been helping her clients reach their nutritional goals since 2004 at her consultancy, Eating and Living Healthy.  She also recently completed her fourth Ultraman, and has raced over 50 ultramarathons with several wins and podium finishes. We cover topics that include: Questions on current diet trends - LCHF, intermittent fasting, plant based, keto, etc. Weight loss/gain Fueling for the run and recovery Supplements Find out more about Meredith:  Website, Facebook   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Crystal and Andy sit down with Amy Clark to talk about crewing and pacing for ultras.  If you have considered volunteering your time or have new crew members this is the episode for you.   Amy Clark is a freelance writer and runner living in Bend, Oregon. In addition to running marathons and ultra marathons, she has parasailed in Baja, snowboarded in Big Sky and fought wildfires for the U.S. Forest Service. A native of Oregon, Amy is working on her first extreme adventure novel while living (and running) in Bend. You can check out Amy’s articles in UltraRunning Magazine.  You can also follow her on Twitter. Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Have you ever considered trying a tri?  If so, this episode is for you. We were fortunate enough to pick the brain of athlete and coach, Brett Daniels.  Brett has competed in over 100 triathlons ranging in distances from Sprint to Ironman including the 2008 Ironman 70.3 World Championships.  He has also been coaching since 2004 and holds Expert level certifications from USA Triathlon and USA Cycling. Brett covers some of the basic triathlon terms before we dive into (no pun intended) each of the disciplines - swim, bike, run and the transition.   Helpful links from the episode: Orbital Endurance Online Bike Consignment (Cannon Cyclery) Find a Tri Club (USA Triathlon) Where to find Brett - Website, Email, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show

In this episode Crystal talks with William Pullen.  William is a London based psychotherapist who developed a technique called Dynamic Running Therapy (DRT).  He practices this in-person with his patients but has also written a book titled “Running with Mindfulness - Dynamic Running Therapy to Improve Low-Mood, Anxiety, Stress, and Depression.” Some of the topics we cover include: How William discovered both running and therapy for himself How running helps with decision making and confidence How running helps us open up and share with others What DRT is and how it used in his practice Empathy runs with both adults and children How the book can help you become your own therapist Advice for those who are feeling stuck right now   Where to find William Pullen and DRT:  Amazon,  iPhone App, Website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show    

Our guest for this episode is Katie Cordova.  Katie is the owner and founder of Brokeman’s Running Company.   Her goal is to go against the “big ticket” trend and provide affordable,  community races - from the beer mile upto ultra distances. Katie tells her story of why she wanted to make sure that everyone had access to affordable races.  She talks about what makes a good race director and the lessons she has learned along the way. We also find out how she was able to bring the trail vibe to the roads. One lucky listener from our Facebook group wins an awesome Brokeman’s Hoodie of their choice. Where to find Brokeman’s Running Company: Website, Facebook, Instagram Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.  

In this episode Andy and Crystal talk to Amy Napoli.  When Amy’s nephew, Danny was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy the family decided to come together as team run a half marathon as a fundraiser - despite not being runners.   We learn how running has changed Amy’s life and those around her.  She has fallen in love with the sport and has traveled around the country to run marathons and has participated in the Disney Dopey Challenge.  She has become a cross country coach. Amy also discovered a new passion and started a business as a Health and Wellness coach working with both moms and teen athletes.     Links from the episode: Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy (PPMD) Balanced Healthy Self Private Facebook Group for Moms Girls On The Run   Where to find Amy:  Website, Instagram, Facebook Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

In this episode Andy and Crystal get the opportunity to talk to Sarah Lavender Smith and she answers listeners’ questions on trail running.  Sarah is a long-distance runner, coach, writer and mom of two teens. In 2017, she released her book, The Trail Runner's Companion: A Step-by-Step Guide to Trail Running and Racing, from 5Ks to Ultras.   Links from the episode: 4-Day San Juan Running Camp with Sarah More on Sarah’s coaching Sarah’s Blog post Lessons from Ultras that Help in Real-Life Struggles   Trail running topics we cover include: How to get started How to avoid falls Trail safety (watch out for any cows) Shoes Gear Fear of animals Injury prevention Getting faster Hill running Training when you don’t have easy access to trails What to eat Difference between road running and trail running culture Where to find Sarah: Website, Blog, Amazon, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

In this episode Crystal, Andy, and Chandler are joined by journalist and author Alex Hutchinson.  Alex wrote for Runner’s World from 2012 - 2017 and is currently a contributing editor and writer of the Sweat Science column for Outside.  This month he released his third book, “ENDURE: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance” We discuss the limits of endurance.  We learn how a lot of what we perceive are physical limits may actually be triggered in the brain.  We cover topics such as: Hitting the wall Tricking your brain when you are low on fuel Fatigue Pain vs. Effort Why you really should smile The next big trend in psychobiology Where to find Alex: Website, Twitter, Facebook Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Coree Woltering joins Crystal for this episode to answer listeners’ questions on coaching and training.  We talk about Coree’s coaching philosophies, marathon training, speed workouts, building mileage, recovery, and more. Coree mentions two good videos from his coach, David Roche: Foam Rolling for Runners Video  and 5-Minute Running Warm-Up Video We cover Coree’s current 2018 Race Schedule: 3/10 Land Between the Lakes 23k 4/7 American River 50 Mile 5/12 Quicksilver 50k 6/23 Western States 100 9/16 TNF Wisconsin Half Marathon 10/6 Hennepin 50 Mile 11/10 Tunnel Hill 100 Mile Be sure to check out Coree’s new blog where he will be documenting his journey to Western States. Where to find Coree: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.  

In this episode we had a chance to catch up with Chris Miller after completing his transcontinental run.  We first spoke to Chris back in May of 2017 (Episode 24 ) as he planning and preparing for this run across the country to celebrate recovery and to encourage those who are struggling with addiction to seek treatment.   We cover topics including what it is like to adjust back to “normal” life, logistics of the run itself, his upcoming documentary, how he has touched and inspired others, future goals and so much more. Chris’ sponsors included: SWORD, Orange Mud, Parkview Health, Running Warehouse, Hoosier RV, and Summit City Chevrolet Where to find Chris: Website, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Strava Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Learn how to cherish the things you take for granted. In this episode Andy talks to Adam Popp.  Adam was a member of an Air Force unit that disarmed improvised explosive devices.  In 2007 Adam was on patrol in Eastern Afghanistan when an IED detonated before he could disable it.  The explosion severely wounded him and forced his right leg to be amputated above the knee.    Listen to find out how Adam went from being told that he will never run again to how he has gone on to complete several marathons and ultras.  In fact his first ultra was a 100 miler and he ran another another the 10 year anniversary of his accident.     Links from the episode: US Military Endurance Sports Warrior Games 36 Hours of Jack Follow Adam on Instagram   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.  

In this episode Jeff Watterson gives Crystal, Andy, and Chandler lessons on Adventure Racing 101 for dummies.   We learn about tipping canoes at 3:00am, running through stinging nettles, riding bikes through soup, and how bug spray can be a gift from the gods.   Useful links from the episode: The Barkley Marathons (The Race That Eats Its Young) Garry Robbins Where Dreams Go To Die (documentary) Adventure Racing Camp USARA Orienteering Cincinnati Land Between the Lakes Trail Race (Discount Code: HRP15)   Be sure to follow Jeff on Instagram.     Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s Races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

In this episode Chandler and Crystal talk to personal trainer and corrective exercise specialist Ren Jones of Fitness Jones Training.   Ren helps answer listeners’ questions related to running and strength training. Topics include: The benefits of strength training The myths of getting bulky Lower vs higher weights Lower body lifting and running workouts Training on limited time Workouts for those who can’t make it to the gym Frequency of strength training Dealing with an unstable SI Strengthening vs stretching Where to find Ren Jones - Website - http://www.fitnessjonestraining.com/ Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/fitnessjones Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/fitnessjonestraining Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s Race at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Get ready to geek out on what happens behind the scenes of some big races.  In this episode Crystal and Andy talk to Brandon Wilson.  Brandon  a USATF official, a grand poobah course certifier, one of the premier race timers in the country, and has also created some of the craziest and coolest races.   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s Race at Durbin Race Management and use discount codeHRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.    

Dr. Amy Bender of  the Centre for Sleep & Human Performance joins us to talk about all things sleep related for athletes.  Dr. Bender’s current research focuses on the relationship of sleep and recovery on athletic performance in Canadian National Team athletes.  She is also an athlete herself having completed a full Ironman and is also a Community Colleges of Spokane Women's Basketball Hall of Famer. Some of the topics we cover include: How to determine how much sleep we actually need Special considerations for early morning runners Napping protocols depending on your goals Her research with London Marathon finishers The effects of alcohol Optimizing sleep while travelling for races Suggestions for ultra runners who run through the night Her thoughts on the Nike Breaking2 project Be sure to follow Dr. Amy Bender on Twitter and Instagram. Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636   Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout   Check out Steve Durbin’s Race at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%.   A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

This is our final episode of 2017.  We officially welcome Chandler Lee as the third host of Heartland Running and learn more about him.  We also wrap up the year and look ahead to 2018 by answering questions from the listeners. Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s Race at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%.  A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show

In this episode we talk to the one and only Jordan Hasay.  In 2017 Jordan had her marathon debut at Boston where she finished third in 2:23:00, the fastest marathon debut by an American woman by almost three minutes.   She followed that up with the Chicago Marathon where she finished third in a time of 2:20:57.  This makes her the second fastest American woman at that distance. We talk about where her love of running comes from; the influence of her parents; about her coach, Alberto Salazar and the Nike Oregon Project; SWORD, her choice for fueling her marathons, and so much more.     Links from the episode: Boundaries Video Heartland Running Episode with the Founders of SWORD SWORD (discount code HEARTLANDRUNNER) Jordan’s Strength Videos at Pace Network   Follow Jordan Hasay:  Website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.  

On November 11, 2017, Camille Herron set the 100 mile world record in a blazing 12:42:39 at Tunnel Hill and crushed the old world record by over an hour. In this episode Crystal and Chandler have a chance to talk to not only Camille but also to race director, Steven Durbin.  There may even be a cameo appearance by Camille’s husband Conor Holt. So what does it take to run a 100 miles under 13 hours?  Apparently the secret lies in Taco Bell, Rogue Dead Guy Ale, and a pair of new shoes. Follow Camille Herron: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter Check out Steve Durbin’s Race at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. Listen to Steve’s previous appearances here - EP 8: Take a Licking Keep on Ticking and EP 37: Gary (Laz) Cantrell, Steve Durbin, & Naresh Kumar   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout  A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

While in Vienna, IL for Tunnel Hill 100, Crystal had the chance to sit down and talk to Traci Falbo.   Traci has an incredible story.  She went from being 80 pounds overweight to setting the 48 Hour Indoor Track World Record.   We had the opportunity to talk about her weight loss, racing multiple multiple marathon and ultramarathons, representing Team USA in the 24 Hour World Championships, completing the Grand Slam of UltraRunning, and so much more.   Follow Traci on the web: Traci's Website Facebook, Instagram, Twitter   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout  Save 15% at Durbin Race Management Events by using discount code: HRP15  A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Andy, Chandler, and Crystal had the opportunity to talk to ultra legend, Ellie Greenwood.  They discuss Ellie’s amazing race history including her wins at Western States, Comrades, and the 100K World Championships.  They also have a chance to talk about her coaching business and dealing with injuries. Links from the episode: Ellie’s Blog Sharman Ultra Endurance Coaching Ellie’s Social Media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Save 15% at Durbin Race Management Events by using discount code: HRP15  A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.  Ellie Greenwood photo credit: Hilary Matthieson

We invited the guys from The Negative Splits Podcast to join us for Thanksgiving.   In this episode we play a clip from Paul Hambrick  who tells the story of how Stephen got into podcasting.  Paul was a guest back on Episode 14.   We debate all of the important issues of the day - best vs. worst holidays, favorite holiday themed races, does Buffalo have good seafood? We also learn that Chandler has never had a Reese’s egg; Andy’s prom date is probably mad at him and about Crystal’s square dancing past. Thank you to Sean, Glen and Bill for making this episode possible.   Where to find the Negative Spits: Website, iTunes, Facebook, Instagram Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

While in Mansfield, MO for Stephen’s memorial Crystal checked out Stephen’s favorite bookstore, A New Chapter.  Here Crystal had the chance to sit down and chat with Stephen’s bad ass yoga guru, Shelby Koop. Shelby shares a lot of useful information on how yoga can be helpful for runners.  She talks about how to pick a class, how to practice when you don’t have access to a studio for classes, reality vs expectation, and why you might not need that foam roller.   She also shares some of her favorite memories of Stephen and what he taught her.   Links from the episode: Shelby Koop Instagram Yoga with Adriene (YouTube) Down Dog App The Yoga Bible   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout  A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

In this episode Andy & Crystal get a chance to sit down and talk one of the original founders of the Marathon Maniacs, Tony Phillippi.    We talk about how the club started and how it has grown and changed over the years.  We find out the real reason why Andy wants to become a Maniac.   We cover his experience as a race director of the Tacoma City Marathon. We also get his  advice and philosophy on training and racing.  At the time of recording, Tony has run 278 marathons with multiple sub-3 hour finishes. Links from the episode: Tony’s Race History Marathon Maniacs Half Fanatics Michelob ULTRA Tacoma City Marathon   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

In this “Sprint” episode we take just a few minutes and sit down with Chandler Lee, the oldest son of Stephen Lee.  We talk about the future of the podcast and Chandler shares some stories about his dad.    Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Running podcast Network: Man Bun Run, Training for Ultra, Runified, The Negative Splits, Heartland Running Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout For a good time call our voicemail: 513-486-4636 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

EP 46: Bourbon Chase Recap   In this episode Andy and Crystal get together with the Ultra Team Sword members who ran the Bourbon Chase.  We discuss the unfortunate and untimely passing of our dear friend, founder, and co-host Stephen Lee.  However, we also recap the fun that we all had with Stephen during what would be his last race and birthday celebration.     Besides Stephen and Crystal the team consisted of Scott Black (co-founder of SWORD), Brian Abner, Kelsey Gibbs, and Netta Vogt.   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Running podcast Network: Man Bun Run Training for Ultra Runified The Negative Splits Heartland Running Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Joel Cohen is both an Emmy-winning writer for the “Simpsons” and a slow, graceless runner.  Between sweaty bouts of gasping for breath, he wrote the book “How to Lose a Marathon” - available everywhere now (well, not at some gas stations).  For more, check out Twitter: @loseamarathon or Instagram:howtoloseamarathon   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Clubvoicemail: 417-319-1060 Proudly powered by SWORD.  Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show. A member of the Running Podcast Network: Man Bun Run; Training for Ultra; Runified; The Negative Splits  and Heartland Running

GARY DUDNEY has been publishing articles on running, trail running, and ultrarunning for the past 20 years. His work has appeared in all the major running magazines, such as Runner’s World, Running Times, Trailrunner, and Marathon & Beyond. For Ultrarunning magazine, considered the “voice of the sport” of ultra long distance running, he’s served as a regular columnist since 2008, and he has additionally supplied the magazine with dozens of uniquely quirky race reports. His new book  The Tao of Running were shaped by the 60 one hundred mile races he’s participated in and the almost two hundred other long distance races he’s completed.   In this interview we cover topics such as: mindful running how to move up to the ultra distance transitioning from road running and becoming a trail monster how to run multiple races in a year listener questions   Where to find Gary Dudney: Website; Facebook; Twitter   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club voicemail: 417-319-1060 Proudly powered by SWORD.  Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show. A member of the Running Podcast Network: Man Bun Run; Training for Ultra; Runified; The Negative Splits  and Heartland Running  

2016 was a big year for Tina Muir.  In March she fulfilled a lifelong dream of representing Great Britain in the Half Marathon World Championships.  A few weeks later in April she ran the London Marathon in 2:37 which was a PR at the time. She then finished out 2016 with the California International Marathon in December, where she finished fifth overall and lowered her personal best to 2:36. In February Tina shocked the running world by announcing her decision to step down from competitive running.   However 2017 and 2018 are shaping up to be very special years for her. Tina Muir around the web: Facebook Running for Real Twitter @tinamuir Instagram @tinamuir88 Blog TinaMuir.com Heartland Running around the web: Website Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

EP42: Hawk Recap Hijack   In this episode, friend of the show Todd Chandler hijacks the podcasts and refuses to let Stephen and Crystal free until they reveal what really went down at the Hawk 50 miler.   We are also joined by a surprise guest from the Negative Splits Podcast.   Listen to find out the answers to: Who is Gandalf the snake? What is the butt position? When will Crystal learn to keep her mouth shut? Where Stephen & Crystal make a wrong a turn? Why didn’t Crystal want her Body Glide back? How did Stephen & Crystal found religion?   Where to find Todd Chandler: YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, Strava Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Running podcast Network: Man Bun Run Training for Ultra Runified The Negative Splits Heartland Running Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout For a good time call our voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

 Charity Fick is an active participant in the online running and OCR communities, and continues to write articles, race reviews, and human interest pieces exclusively for Mud Run Guide. She is currently a member of several communities including the Mud Run Crew, the Canadian Mudd Queens, her local OCR training group – VanCity OCR, and runs frequently with the We Run Surrey Crew. Charity is also passionate about talking to others within the OCR community and sharing their stories. Her interest in OCR was born after reading Brett Stewart’s book – Ultimate Obstacle Race Training, and after completing her first solo Spartan race, she was hooked. In her spare time, Charity enjoys writing, blogging, digital photography, running, working out and Obstacle Course racing. As a proud wife and mother, it is her hopes that others will hear her stories about the mud, barbed wire, friendships, bruises and fire and be inspired to make a change in their lives by trying something new. You can often hear Charity on course laughing, and making jokes about how much she loves getting dirty and how OCR is good for the Soul. Charity: FaceBook Instagram Training Group YouTube   Heartland Running: Website Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

BONUS EPISODE  - How to Make Your Race Day Perfect Part of the MUT Syncrocast Series   We welcome our special guest co-host Eric Whittington to the show.   Eric is an Army veteran of 10 years, an avid triathlete with 3 Ironman finishes, cyclist, and ultra runner. Eric joins us just 2 days after completing the Mid-West Super Slam.  He was only 1 of 4 finishers this year.   Before jumping into our round table discussion we talk with Eric about ice cream (Did Andy just invent a new flavor of recovery ice cream?!),  his 5 100 mile finishes this year (Indiana Trail 100, Kettle Moraine 100, Mohican 100, Burning River 100, and the Hallucination 100).   We also discuss the race he directs The 24 Hour Eagle Up Ultra that benefits Team RBW and 23rd Veteran. We then cover the topics of:   Pre-race traditions/superstitions Fudging on your training plan How to go into a race with the right attitude Recovery Tips The importance of community How to pull yourself out of the suck   Be sure to check out the rest of the MUT Syncrocast Series Podcast Family: East Coast Trail & Ultra Podcast, Heartland Running, IRunAnonymous Podcast, Southeastern Trailrunner Podcast, Sugarstride Podcast, Ten Junk Miles, TrailRunnerNation, and UltraRunnerPodcast.   Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Welcome to the show Andy Aubin,Therese Schweyer,William Baez from The Sub 30 Club.  The Sub 30 Club was originally started in April of 2012 when Ted Spiker, contributor to Runner’s World and the man behind The Big Guy Blog on runnersworld.com, set out on a quest to break 30 min in a 5K. This represented a “challenging but doable” goal for him at the time, being a middle- to back- of–the-pack runner.  He put the word out through his blog to see if anybody else might want to join him in his efforts. He was expecting five or six people…a dozen at best. Within the first day he had over 100 responses.  As of Today, there are over 5,700 members and the focus of the club has shifted from the specific goal of a 29:59 5K to the spirit that started the club, embracing runners of all levels chasing every goal imaginable. There are members who are brand new to running and those who are chasing goals in races of all distances.  We have Boston qualifiers, ironman triathletes, and ultra-runners.  The club truly welcomes all runners. Heartland Running: Website Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Superman Harvey Lewis has been with us previously on the podcast. (Episode 25) Since that time he competed in his 4th  24 Hour World Championships representing Team USA, had a dramatic podium finish at Badwater 135, and visited a few countries along the way. We also have with us WonderWoman, his fiancee, Kelly Odell.  Kelly didn’t start running until she was in her 30s.  She has since gone to run multiple marathons and ultras.  She has been a pacer for the Flying Pig Marathon as well other races for the past several years.  She also coaches track, cross country and gymnastics.   -  All while balancing the demands the family, work and school. Harvey Lewis:  Run Quest Travel  Facebook   Heartland Running on the web Website Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Mikkel Becker is the lead animal trainer for fearfreepets.com and was the resident trainer at Vetstreet.com. Mikkel is the co-author of six books, including the upcoming book From Fearful to Fear Free. She specializes in reward-based training and behavior modification for dogs and cats. But, she’s also worked with a variety of animal species, including training work with orangutans and pigs. Mikkel is a Karen Pryor Certified Training Partner, a Certified Behavior Consultant Canine, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and a Certified Dog Behavior Counselor, and a graduate of the rigorous San Francisco SPCA Dog Training Academy. Mikkel is Fear Free Certified and has her bachelors in communication from Washington State University. Mikkel Becker: Facebook Instagram YouTube Heartland Running: Website Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Gary (Laz) Cantrell, Steve Durbin from Durbin Race Management, and Naresh Kumar join us for our 1 year anniversary! What was suppose to be an in-depth interview turned into a good old fashion B.S. session. So sit back, grab your favorite beverage and be a fly on the wall as you listen to some great stories from some legends of Ultra Running. Crystal and Stephen announce their lofty race schedule for 2018.   Steve Durbin: Durbin Race Management Mention Heartland Running to receive a discount on races   Naresh Kumar: Website Instagram Heartland Running on the web Website Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Dr. David B. Jones has been in private practice as a counselor for over 30 years and has been a runner for over 40 years.  He is a consulting therapist with Three Oaks Behavioral Health, a partial hospitalization program treating all types of psychological issues in Ridgeland, MS. . In his own life and the lives of his patients, He has been very aware of the healing effects of running.  On top of that he hosts a podcast called Running to Mental Health. Links of interest from the show: Runners World Article Forks Over Knives movie Positive Addiction Down Dog Yoga App Headspace App Defeat the Stigma Podcast   Heartland Running on the web Website Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Coree Woltering is a professional trail/ultra runner for inov-8 and Down To Run. He enjoys racing any distance on any surface. 2016 was a breakout year for Coree, running personal records from 5k to 50 miles. With the biggest highlight of 2016  running 5:30:15 for 50 miles at Tunnel Hill. It ended up being the second fastest 50-mile time in North America for the year. Coree wasn’t always a distance runner. He ran track in his school days and flirted with triathlons for a few years but after discovering trails and ultra running he has found his passion. When Coree is not not running, He enjoys beer/wine tasting, coaching, cooking, reading and eating ice cream. However his greatest achievement to date just might be having the privilege to coach Crystal and Stephen :) Coree on the web: Instagram: coreewoltering STRAVA Heartland Running on the web Website Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Nathan DeWall is Professor of Psychology at the University of Kentucky, an author of a best-selling Introduction to Psychology textbook series, a regular contributor to the New York Times and other national publications, and an avid ultramarathon runner. He has completed some of the most challenging ultramarathons on the planet, including the Last Annual Vol State 500k (314 mile) run, the 147-mile Marathon des Sables stage race in the Sahara Desert, and the Badwater 135 in Death Valley. He is happily married to Alice DeWall and a devoted dad to his two kids, Beverly "Bevy" (age 2) and Ellis (age 3 months). When he isn't writing or running, he tends his chickens on a small farm in Lexington, Kentucky. We dive into Nathan's time running Badwater and pick his brain regarding running and narcissism and is running an effective tool to battle depression and addiction. Nathan on the web: Website Instagram Heartland Running on the web Website Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Orange Mud founder and CEO Josh Sprague returns to the show. We dive right in talking about Josh going after the Leadman badge of honor by completing several Leadville cycling and running events this year. Next up we get into the motivation behind starting the Orange Mud Adventure Channel Lastly we discuss all the new and exciting gear coming from Orange Mud. Heartland Running: Heartlandrunning.com Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

No guests co-host this episode. Crystal, Andy, and Stephen take some time to catch-up on their upcoming races, training, and some gear updates. Heartland Running: Heartlandrunning.com Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

We got to meet Denise (aka tinydbo) at Run Under The Stars . She was a machine and won the women’s race and set a new course record with 66 miles in 10 hours. And by the way she did this only 2 weeks after winning The North Face Endurance Challenge 80K in Costa Rica. Her love for trails and the ultra distances began in 2008. This passion has given Denise both athletic and interpersonal growth. Ultra Running has touched her mind, body and spirit in the unique way that only Ultra Running can do. Combining her love for travel and the trails, Denise feels fortunate to continue to enjoy racing competitively at the age of 47 and is looking forward to many more years of adventuring through racing and running. ​ ​ ​ RUNNING HIGHLIGHTS: 66 Ultras/ 17, 100 mile finishes 2017 F1 Run Under the Stars 10 hour race 2017 F1 The North Face 50 mile Endurance Challenge Costa Rica 2016 Overall Winner Chimera 100 mile 2016 F1 HURT 100 mile 4 x Western States sub 24 hour finisher 2014 Grand Slam Finisher; 4th fastest F combined time 2014 Montrail Ultra Cup F Champion 2013 Montrail Ultra Cup F Champion 2012 F1 Pinhoti 100 mile Denise Bourassa: Coaching Instagram STRAVA Blog Heartland Running: Heartlandrunning.com Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Last Horse Runners is a community of runners from all paces and places - including the runners in the middle and the back of the pack. There are others who will cater to the elites, cater to crazy gains, cater to gingers. Last Horse Runners represents the slow, the tired, the best dressed, We run not because we are immensely gifted, but because we enjoy it. We flirt with time cutoffs and people at the aid station. Last Horse Runners: website Facebook Instagram Heartland Running: Heartlandrunning.com Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Part 2 of a 2 part recording with the amazing Naresh Kumar. Naresh was born in a very poor area of India and fought to get a scholarship to university. After graduation he came to the United States for a high profile Silicon Valley career. It was in the States that Naresh found ultrarunning. Becoming friends with Lazarus Lake (of Barkley Fame) and show favorite Steve Durbin, Naresh started doing the “crazy”races like Vol State and Barkleys. This episode is the after show conversation that we had with Naresh. If you have not listened to part 1 yet you will not want to miss it. His last adventure was riding a tandem bike across New Zealand to combat human sex trafficking. Freedom Seat We were honored that Naresh came on the show to share a few stories from the road with us. Naresh Kumar: Donations for Freedom Seat DONATE Website Instagram Bedrock Sandals Heartland Running: Heartlandrunning.com Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code: HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

On this episode we welcome Meredith Vieceli to the show. Meredith is an athlete, coach, foodie, wife and mom to two little boys. She is the creator of the revolutionary 'Strong and Sexy Runner' , 'Swim Bike Fuel' and 3HU nutrition/health coaching programs * IRONMAN Wisconsin Finisher * Boston Marathon Qualifier * Creator and Founder of Bioendurance, Inc. - Endurance and Nutrition Coaching * Certified Integrative Nutrition Holistic Health Coach * Certified USAT Triathlon and Running Coach We dive right into what is the right way to fuel your body for endurance events in men and women. Plus a virtual shopping trip! Meredith on the web Facebook Instagram website Heartland Running: Heartlandrunning.com Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Part 1 of a 2 part recording with the amazing Naresh Kumar. Naresh was born in a very poor area of India and fought to get a scholarship to university. After graduation he came to the United States for a high profile Silicon Valley career. It was in the States that Naresh found ultrarunning. Becoming friends with Lazarus Lake (of Barkley Fame) and show favorite Steve Durbin, Naresh started doing the “crazy”races like Vol State and Barkleys. However after an incident in Nepal, Naresh found a calling. He quit his position, followed his dream to move to Middle Earth and devoted his life to kindness, and raising funds for worthy causes. His last adventure was riding a tandem bike across New Zealand to combat human sex trafficking. Freedom Seat We were honored that Naresh came on the show to share a few stories from the road with us. Stay tuned for part 2 Naresh Kumar: Donations for Freedom Seat DONATE Website Instagram Heartland Running: Heartlandrunning.com Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Bryan Pate the co-founder and CEO of ElliptiGO joins us to talk about their unique line of elliptical cycles. Bryan was a former runner, triathlete, and Marine. After his body could no longer take the requirements of distance running he was forced into the gym and quickly discovered he hated waiting for machines and staring out the window wishing he was outside. So as a man of action he contacted a friend and the ElliptiGO was born. ElliptiGo cycles are used by top athletes like Dean Karnazes, Meb Keflezighi, Shaquille O'Neal and others. ElliptiGO: ElliptiGO website ElliptiGO Facebook ElliptiGO Instagram Heartland Running: Heartlandrunning.com Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

In this episode we welcome the one and only Ultra Running Legend Harvey Lewis to the show. Harvey does not consider himself a professional runner but a passionate runner. A public school teacher, Bad Water champion, and member of Team U.S.A. at the 24 Hour World Championships four times. In his spare time Harvey enjoys traveling the world (86 countries and counting), coaching,public speaking and managing Run Quest Travel We explore what got Harvey into running and some of the wild adventures he has been on. Harvey answers some listener questions and gives us some training tips. Harvey Lewis: Facebook Run Quest Travel Newton Shoes Heartland Running: Heartlandrunning.com Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

It’s a full house this episode. We welcome Chris Miller, Mike Dusman and returning from SWORD Performance Products Dr. Scott and Dr. Shawn. Chris will be running across America this year to raise awareness for drug and alcohol abuse and rehabilitation. This important issue touches just about everyone in some way. We dive right in as to what started Chris running and why he decided to take on this enormous challenge. Dr. Scott and Dr. Shawn jump in with some great advice and Dr. Shawn gets all giddy because he gets to put together a nutritional chart for Chris! We get some inside information on an exciting new product that will be available soon from SWORD. If you would like to learn more or get involved with Chris’s upcoming adventure you can check out his website, social account and fundraising page. Chris Cross the Nation: Website Instagram Fundraising Facebook SWORD Performance Products: Website Instagram Facebook Heartland Running: Heartlandrunning.com Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.

Andy and Stephen welcome Crystal Clark to the show as a new host! That's right, the Heartland now has a softer side. Crystal has what has to be the greatest how I started running story as well as the coolest marriage ceremony ever. Stephen talks about his canceled ultra and how he cross trained instead. Andy put on a successful race but found out he is suffering from frog ass. A spin of the random subject wheel gets the crew talking about an important subject and of course Stephen goes off track and ends the show with an almost inappropriate story. Heartland Running: Heartlandrunning.com Facebook Group Instagram Strava Club Voicemail: 417-319-1060 A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show. A special thank you to our sponsor SWORD Performance Products Enter code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout to get 20% off your order.