Lets get physical with Patty Patten

In this episode I talk about training for a 100 mile race. life update and different ways to increase your speed and distance to avoid injury. Follow me on IG @patty.patten FB Patty.Patten

In this episode we discuss training for Boston.  The differences from trail to road and balancing work, training and family life.  I really respect Nicole as a runner.  She sets the bar high for herself but enjoys the process along the way.  If your looking for inspiration go ahead and give this one a listen!

In this episode I talk to Kaye Burrows owner of Core Love Fitness about setting healthy goals for New Moms who may want to get back into fitness and experiencing joy through movement.  Kaye can be reached on IG @corelovefitness

In this episode I talk to Petra Acorn about finishing the Death Race, juggling 3 kids and a business along with tailoring a endurance program that's attainable and achievable.  We talk about why its important for Moms to get on the trail and still have goals along with everyday life. you can reach me at  IG @patty.patten FB Patty Patten

In this episode I talk to one of my athletes (Megan Cameron) about overcoming injury, switching from road to trail and signing up for her first official trail race.

A little recap of my adventure race on July 2 in Grande Cache.

In this episode I talk to owner of Core Love Fitness Kaye Burrows.  She is an pre and post natal fitness expert and we discuss issues surrounding fitness and red flags both mentally and physically regarding postpartum. she can be reached @corelovefitness and www.corelove.ca.

In this episode I reminisce about the last 10 years on the trail. I discuss what I've learned and how I view racing and running from a personal standpoint.

In this episode I have the pleasure of talking to one of my clients who has an incredible life story. Its about resilience, determination and overcoming unexpected tragedy. *Please note this episode is on mental health and suicide.

In this episode I talk to gym owner Kari Watchel. She is the owner of Edgyfit in Provost Alberta. I talk to her about how she got involved with fitness, what services her gym offers and how she keeps pushing her own limitations and staying current within the industry. A great listen on all things fitness. She can be reached at @edgyfitprovost.

In this episode I have the great pleasure of talking to Anna Marie Kruger who previously owned her own Dietician Clinic in South Africa.  We touch on topics of how to make nutrition easy, cooking for a family and how to hold yourself accountable to habitual long term change. 

In this episode I talk about how to get into trail running, what to expect and a general overview of what a training plan might look like. If you have any questions about this discussion make to sure message me on instagram @patty.patten where I can answer your questions in an upcoming episode in more detail.

In this episode I talk about my background as a child growing up on a buffalo ranch, my small rural school, training for karate and working for the military and how I discovered ultra running.

LeAnn has been a dear friend of mine for almost 25 years. In this episode I talk to LeAnn about growing up in a strong faith based family, excelling in volleyball, work ethic, being a competitive woman in sport and getting married and raising 3 boys on an acreage outside of Calgary Alberta where she runs her flower business. You can reach LeAnn on Instagram @benjiblooms for more information.

In this episode I talk to my friend who is currently serving in the Canadian military. She talks about her life as a single woman and her journey thus far with fitness and covid.

A conversation with my karate coach Joe Alfonso on getting kids interested in sport, keeping them motivated through fun and coaching high level athletes.  We also discuss work ethic and training hard.  We discuss the importance of the relationship between coach and athlete and the positive outcomes that it has especially through the teen years.  Joe currently runs the GP Shorinryu Karate Club which can be found on Facebook.

I talked with Race Director Brian Gallant about what the last year has meant to the ultra running community and what he's excited about moving forward.

I had the opportunity to sit down and talk to my Dad regarding privilege and use of private lands for recreation and hunting. We cover how he got involved with the great outdoors and using his education as a biologist to manage wildlife herds along with saving farming and ranching interests.

Discussions with Lindsey Hill, an entrepreneur, outdoor enthusiast and all around great person. Give it a listen if your looking to become more confident in the wild with your young kiddos!