Podcasts about Backyard ultra

Dit is seizoen 9, aflevering 3 van de Running Stories Podcast, de grootste amateur hardlooppodcast van Nederland! De podcast gemaakt door twee hardloop amateurs: Siegfried en Marcel. In deze aflevering:- WE HEBBEN MERCH! Kijk snel op www.runningstories.nl. Het is niet gelimiteerd, dus geen haast. Het verkoopt niet uit. En er komt binnenkort een tweede lading aan items bij.- Hoe is het met de voorbereidingen voor de Marathon van Amsterdam voor Marcel- Hoe is het met de voorbereidingen voor de Marathon van Berlijn voor Siegfried.- Wat is een Backyard Ultra? Marcel gaat hem doen.- En we hebben het heeeeeel eventjes over Boston, het loten voor Boston en de marathon zelf.SOCIAL:Volg ons op Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sieg.runs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/marcelroad2sixstars

Holly ran her first Backyard Ultra in 2022 at Hysterical Carnage where she completed 30 yards before the race was stopped.  Just recently she ran at Dead Cow Gully and ran a huge race running 61 yards, breaking the Australian women's Backyard Ultra record in the process.  In October Holly is running at the 24 Hour World Championships in France.  Go Holly!

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Zastanawiasz się, jak wygląda start w biegu, który nie ma końca? Dzisiaj opowie nam o tym Łukasz Wróbel, który pod koniec kwietnia pobił rekord świata w formule Backyard Ultra. To zawsze niezwykły moment, gdy Polak bije rekordy świata — gdy jeden z nas, na co dzień pracujący i wychowujący dzieci, odnajduje się w sporcie i sięga po najwyższe laury.W rozmowie z Łukaszem poruszamy temat drużynowych mistrzostw świata Backyard Ultra (Jabłonna) oraz biegów w Pabianicach i na Tajwanie, gdzie wspierał Bartka Fudalego. Ale przede wszystkim skupimy się na się na BYU Legends i pokonanych przez Łukasza 116 mistrzowskich pętlach, czyli 777 km. Łukasz opowiada też o tym, jak ustawić sobie głowę, aby przebiec wszystkie pętle backyarda.Ja w napięciu czekam na 18 października gdy wystartują mistrzostwa świata w Tenesee, gdzie prawdopodobnie rekord BYU zostanie pobity po raz kolejny i nie musimy o tym mówić głośno, żeby nie zapeszać, ale namawiam do wizualizowania sobie naszej wspaniałej biało-czerwonej dwójki, która dokonuje niesamowitej przemiany, zagina czas i przestrzeń, by osiągnąć co dzisiaj wydaje nam się niemożliwe.Posłuchajcie!www.blackhatultra.pl

Marcel Theron het vandag met Andre Ross, wenner van die Brandberg Backyard Ultra, oor sy avontuurlustige lewe gesels.

Colin ran his first Backyard Ultra in May at No Time to Die where he ran 25 yards.  Last weekend Colin fronted up at Birdys and he had an incredible performance, finishing as the Last One Standing running 59 yards.

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Monday 11th August 2025. This week we're joined by former NCAA Div 1 athlete and fresh off his stellar half marathon debut at the state half marathon championships just over a week ago, Frontrunner's Max Mahon.  This episode we also cover the Backroads Gravel Ride & Run (well the run bit anyway) up in Chapman Valley as well as the Birdy's Backyard Ultra down in Lake Towerrinning. We cover some WARP admin that includes our next Community Run on Wednesday 3rd September with The Running Centre, with New Balance and Bix joining us for a wear test and post run hydration. Joe Murphy, Will Pethick, Renee Ioppolo and the Road Toll at Sydney's City to Surf feature in this week's weapons of WARP.   Results Gavin Anderson & Shaye Pett win the Backroads Grave Run Marathon Colin Moulden takes the W at Birdy's Backyard Ultra with 59 yards with Simon Bannett with the assist; Margie Hadley the top woman with 33 yards.  Socials Reach out and connect! Instagram: @warunningpod Email: warunningpodcast@gmail.com  Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/WARP

In this episode, Phil Gore, the Backyard Ultra world record holder, shares his BYU journey and we explore the reasons behind his success.Phil also addresses handling pressure and expectations, the balance of suffering and enjoyment in running, and his future aspirations, including the upcoming World Championships. His insights reflect a deep passion for running and a desire to push personal and human limits. Follow Us: Instagram: ⁠⁠@strongerstride⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠Find Phil here: ⁠@phil.gore.ultrarunner⁠Discount Codes:TAILWINDSTRONG – 15% off Tailwind NutritionSTRONGERSTRIDE – 15% off Vivobarefoot shoesSTRONGER15 – 15% off Skorcha SunscreenThanks for tuning in! TSSP x

Die vierde Brandberg Backyard Ultra het afgesluit. Andre Ross was weer die wenner, nes verlede jaar en het 21 loepe, of 140,7 kilometer voltooi. Toestande was moeilik met ‘n sterk wind in die dag en temperature van 34 grade. Kosmos 94.1 se Francois Lottering het met Ross by die eindstreep gepraat.

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Die Brandberg Backyard Ultra, aangebied deur Namibia Ultra Trails, is in volle swang na dit agt-uut vanoggend afgeskop het op Uis. Atlete moet uurliks ‘n loep van 6,7 kilometer voltooi en stelselmatig val hulle uit tot die laaste loep alleen voltooi is – dan is die ultra-marathon voltooi. Kosmos 94.1 se Francois Lottering is daar en het met Nico Scholtz van Namibia Ultra Trails gepraat.

Jonathan Ash has rapidly made his way up the Backyard Ultra ranks since his 57 yard performance at Reds Last year.  At Dead Cow Gully recently Jashy lined up alongside the worlds best and put on an incredible show, breaking 100 yards for the first time.

In Folge 483 des beVegt-Podcast sprechen wir über einen Gamechanger in Daniels Training, Katrins großes sportliches Projekt für 2026 und unsere Teilnahme an David‘s Backyard Ultra in Mannheim. Shownotes: https://www.bevegt.de/trainingsupdate-sommer-2025-podcast/ Werbepartner dieser Folge: KoRo (5% Rabatt mit dem Gutscheincode BEVEGT5) Werde beVegt-Supporter*in: https://www.bevegt.de/unterstuetzen/ Hol dir den kostenlosen Newsletter: https://www.bevegt.de/newsletter/ Komm in unsere Online-Community: https://community.bevegt.de/ Unsere E-Books und Kurse: Schaffe den Einstieg ins Laufen mit LAUFSTART Laufe deinen ersten oder schnellsten (Halb-)Marathon mit FINISHER Verdoppele deine Beweglichkeit mit STRETCH Starte die Küchenrevolution mit unseren Grain-Green-Bean Kochbüchern

Die vierde Brandberg Backyard Ultra is terug. Elke uur moet atlete net meer as 6,7 kilometer aflê net om op die volgende uur weer die loep te voltooi tot die laaste atleet die laaste loep voltooi. Die wedloop, wat by Brandberg Rest Camp aangebied word, ondersteun ook bewaringsprojekte. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het gepraat met Riana Scholtz van Namibië Ultra-roetes.

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Simon had a huge 2024 running Backyard Ultra's.  He qualified for team New Zealand with a 51 yard performance at Kings and he backed up at the Sat Champs for his national team with 65 yards.  Simon grabbed the bull by the horns at Dead Cow Gully where he ran an incredible 90 yards which qualifies him for the Individual BYU World Championship at Bigs in October.

Kia Ora all, thank you for choosing to listen to us!In this episode of the Run Adjacent podcast, first-time host Emma Van Holst is joined by co-host Hayden Bell for an engaging conversation with guest Emma Steedman. The team discuss Emma's recent remarkable achievement at the King's Backyard Ultra, where she ran for an impressive 30 hours, covering 200 kilometers. Emma shares insights into her training regimen, mindset, and the challenges she faced during the race. The discussion also touches on the supportive running community, the importance of mental resilience, and future running aspirations. Additionally, listeners are treated to humorous anecdotes and tips for tackling long-distance running challenges.

102 vueltas, equivalentes a 684 kilómetros, récord de españa, más de cuatro días compitiendo y la entrada en el selecto club de las 100 yardas, el de aquellos que han completado 100 vueltas o más en una Backyard Ultra. Ese es el gran resultado de la participación de Oriol Antolí en la Backyard Ultra Dead Cow Gully celebrada en Australia. El catalán mejoró en nada menos que 13 vueltas su propio récord, marcando un registro que veremos mucho tiempo en mejorar dentro de nuestras fronteras. Oriol Antolí resume en Sweet Home Alabama su participación en la Dead Cow Gully, su evolución del formato Backyard y sus próximos objetivos.

102 vueltas, equivalentes a 684 kilómetros, récord de españa, más de cuatro días compitiendo y la entrada en el selecto club de las 100 yardas, el de aquellos que han completado 100 vueltas o más en una Backyard Ultra. Ese es el gran resultado de la participación de Oriol Antolí en la Backyard Ultra Dead Cow Gully celebrada en Australia. El catalán mejoró en nada menos que 13 vueltas su propio récord, marcando un registro que veremos mucho tiempo en mejorar dentro de nuestras fronteras. Oriol Antolí resume en Sweet Home Alabama su participación en la Dead Cow Gully, su evolución del formato Backyard y sus próximos objetivos.

I veckans avsnitt pratar vi om vår aktuella träningsstatus. Jossan har testat sitt första brickpass och Stefan har sprungit Backyard Ultra på hemmaplan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode the boys sit down with Nick Richards the 2025 winner of the Keji Backyard Ultra. He talks about his race experiences as well as what he learned about himself. The boys also break down their experiences running with their daughters in the East Coast Beast Coast.

Phil Gore broke the Backyard Ultra world record at Dead Cow Gully by running 102 yards with Sam Harvey as the assist in 2023.  Just over a week ago Dead Cow Gully was back with an amazing field of runners and Phil once again showed how good he is by running an absolutely incredible race, setting a new Backyard Ultra World Record of 119 yards.  

A special interview only episode this week as we chat to the wonderful Gaby Villa from Intenseatfit to recap a whirlwind week for her as she subbed in for Gemma to crew the backyard ultra GOAT Phil Gore at last week's Dead Cow Gully BYU. We chat to her about her official crewing debut, what it takes to fuel a body for 119 yards, and the state of Phil's feet deep in a back yard ultra. We also chat to her about sweat testing, Simon's sweat test results and final tips as he gears up for Gold Coast Marathon.   Get in touch with Gaby from Intenseatfit Instagram: @intenseatfit Website: https://www.intenseatfit.com/    Reach out and connect! Instagram: @warunningpod Email: warunningpodcast@gmail.com  Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/WARP

The Dead Cow Gully Backyard Marathon in Queensland is not for the faint of heart. Billed as a race with no finish line, the Backyard Ultra format has no predefined length or time, but requires runners to complete a 6.7km loop every hour. Kevin Milne was following the race, and thinks it's a good thing he didn't manage to get his entry in on time. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Torna Daniele Lissoni, e questa volta lo fa da protagonista assoluto del mondo ultrarunning.In questa nuova puntata di Anime di Corsa ci racconta com'è riuscito a vincere la Backyard Ultra di Livata con 60 giri completati – ovvero 60 ore consecutive di corsa e resistenza mentale – e il suo inaspettato secondo posto alla Milano-Sanremo, una gara durissima di 285 km percorsa in gran parte in solitaria.Un viaggio tra strategia, dolore, silenzi, amicizia e sogni che si realizzano passo dopo passo.

Matteo Tenchio è uno degli ultrarunner più forti d'Europa. Ha completato 62 giri in una Backyard Ultra, vinto una 6 giorni con quasi 800 km, e domina le gare più dure con una calma disarmante.In questa intervista ci racconta come si affrontano gare che durano giorni interi, cosa succede quando mente e corpo si scontrano, e come la pratica interiore lo aiuta a non mollare.Chiude con una domanda speciale: “Se potessi lasciare un messaggio inciso su una pietra alla fine del tuo viaggio da ultrarunner, cosa scriveresti?”Visita i nostri sponsor:

Send us a textThis episode is a Lizzie Gatherer takeover featuring the Suffolk Backyard Ultra 2025. It contains a behind the scenes listen into the race and its mad formula, with competitor, crew and volunteer support interviews. Oh and a tiny record gets broken along the way https://www.challenge-running.com/e/suffolk-back-yard-ultra-11504https://ultramadlizzie.com/Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Jeff Colt and Mike McMonagle join Finn Melanson on the Singletrack Podcast for another edition of the Long Run Archives. In this episode, the trio reflects on the latest lineup changes at the Western States 100, the current status of Unbreakable 2, the influence of BPN's Backyard Ultra, and the impact of the Wilderness Act.Timestamps:(0:00) - Western States 100 Lineup News(32:57) - High Mileage Training Discussion(46:14) - Unbreakable 2 Discussion(70:04) - BPN Backyard Ultra(86:31) - Revisiting Wilderness Act DiscussionPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Mike on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Jeff on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Megan Eckert is a World Record holding ultramarathon athlete for Mount to Coast, teacher, and coach. She recently broke the women's 6-Day World Record, by completing 603 miles. She holds the women's Backyard Ultra record with 87 laps for 362 miles, qualified for Team USA's 24-Hour World Championship Team, and much more. Endurance Training Simplified Series Zach's Low Carb Endurance Approach Series LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with purchase) deltaG: deltagketones.com Code: BITTER20 (20% Off) Maui Nui Venison: mauinuivenison.com/bitter CurraNZ: curranzusa.com Code: Bitter20deal (20% Off) Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hposponsors HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hpo  Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Find Zach: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter - X/Tw: @zbitter - FB: @zbitterendurance - Strava: Zach Bitter  Megan: @_megeckert irunfar article: https://www.irunfar.com/megan-eckert-womens-six-day-world-record-2025-interview

At just 22 years old, Nicholas Steel is attempting to become the youngest person to complete sixteen 100-mile races in a single year—all while working full-time. In this episode, Nicholas shares what drives him to chase such an audacious goal, from his first marathon a little over a year ago to a solo Backyard Ultra and beyond. He opens up about the mental resilience it takes to keep showing up, the role of community and technology in his training, and how he balances recovery, work, and high-mileage weeks. With a “golden retriever mindset” and a deep love for nature, Nicholas reflects on the joys and challenges of ultra-running. He also offers practical advice on gear, chafing, training surfaces, and pushing through failure. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just getting started, Nicholas's story is a refreshing reminder of what's possible with passion and grit. Follow Nicholas' journey on Instagram and YouTube Episode Sponsors: Janji, Use code TRAILRUNNER for 10% off Ketone IQ, Get 30% off your first subscription order Tifosi Optics 20% off with code TRN Amazfit - T-Rex 3: Get 15% off Oikos Triple Zero FREE! Trail Runner Nation's Trail Triage app

Harvey Lewis is an elite ultra runner and Guinness World Record holder for most laps completed at Big's Backyard Ultra, a race where athletes run a 4.167-mile loop every hour until only one remains. Known for his endurance, strategy, and mental resilience, Lewis has become a defining figure in the world of ultra distance running.Connect with Harvey: Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, listen to Winning the Triple Crown of Ultra Running with Courtney Dauwalter Purchase tickets to Outside Festival 2025 Thank you to our sponsors: Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard® Teva

Vad händer när 2 kusiner går all in på återhämtning, kampsport och livsstilsoptimering? I det här avsnittet möter vi grundarna till Recovery Lab i Göteborg – ett center för kryo, biohacking och rödljusterapi – men framför allt en plats för mänsklig utveckling.Vi pratar om att våga lämna trygga jobb, bygga något större än sig själv, och hur kampsporten skapat livslånga band och inre trygghet. Samtalet rör allt från Backyard Ultra och förlåtelse till TikTok, fasting, red light och varför det viktigaste du kan göra är att ta ansvar för din egen skit.En boost för dig som vill må bättre, tänka större – och hitta tillbaka till både kropp och själ.

In this conversation, ultra runner Jordan Buck shares his journey from being an Army veteran to becoming a prominent figure in the ultra running community. He discusses his military background and how he discovered his passion for running. The conversation delves into his experiences at various races, including the Shore to Shore 100K and his first 100-mile race, where he achieved an impressive time. Jordan also shares insights from the Backyard Ultra, emphasizing the importance of pacing and community support. Finally, he talks about an upcoming fundraising relay for veterans, showcasing his commitment to giving back to the community. In this conversation, Jordan discusses his participation in an organized transcontinental relay event, detailing the application process, training support from Zach Bitter, and the fundraising efforts for Team Red, White and Blue. He shares experiences from a recent fundraiser, the significance of world records, and the excitement of the journey across America. The conversation also touches on future plans and the importance of community in running.Make a donation to Jordan's cause: https://teamrwb.org/old-glory-ultra-relay

Sometimes you meet people and you can tell they will have some good stories. I met Andre at the Ohio Backyard Ultra (OBU) because we were crewing different runners. Our runners went on into the second day so I had the chance to chat with Andre and I wanted to have him on the podcast to talk about his style of backyard ultra that he race directs in Canada, along with race directing a race similar to the Barkley Marathons that Lazarus Lake puts in in Frozen Head State Park each spring. The races are very similar, but also some notable differences. We share all the secrets that Andre is willing to share in the episode and hope you enjoy it!Bush Bitches Backyard (BBBackyard) website: https://www.bbbackyard.com/BB Trail Running Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbbackyardultra

Sam Harvey is one of the best Backyard Ultra runners in the World. He was part of the legendary push that resulted in three men breaking the World Record at the Big's Backyard Ultra Championships in 2023. He has a wide range, which he recently showcased by winning the Tarawera 100 mile this year. Endurance Training Simplified Series Zach's Low Carb Endurance Approach Series LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with purchase) deltaG: deltagketones.com Code: BITTER20 Maui Nui Venison: mauinuivenison.com/bitter CurraNZ: curranzusa.com Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hposponsors HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hpo  Amazon Store: amazon.com/shop/zachbitter Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Find Zach: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter - X/Tw: @zbitter - FB: @zbitterendurance - Strava: Zach Bitter  Sam: samharveyultra.com - IG: @samharvey_cloudlander  

I det här avsnittet snackar Christian om barfotaäventyret i Los Angeles Marathon där ett TikTok-klipp plötsligt exploderade med över 240 000 visningar. Vi får följa med bakom kulisserna på en resa som handlade om mer än bara löpning – det blev en symbol för att våga kliva utanför komfortzonen, bokstavligen.Vi pratar också om Hacka Mitt Lopp – en Backyard Ultra där Christian siktar på 16 mil utan att ge sig själv någon “out”. Det blir snack om mental styrka, rörelse som livsstil och varför det ibland är just våra egna ursäkter som sätter gränserna.Dessutom:

I det här avsnittet tar Christian Wederbrand oss med på en ärlig resa genom motgångar och framgångar. Från att bli knockad av feber i vecka 8 till att sakta men säkert komma tillbaka inför LA Marathon den 16 mars – barfota. Det handlar om mental styrka, konsten att lyssna på kroppen och att hitta tillbaka till fokus när allt känns motigt.Vi pratar också om Hacka mitt Lopp, en Backyard Ultra där varje steg räknas för att stötta Liams Life Foundation. Dessutom delar Christian med sig av sina bästa hacks för resor med flygpoäng.Förutom det så uppdaterar han lyssnarna med de olika poddarna som släppts.Feedback mottages tacksamt.//CW

Athletes looking to be smart with their post-workout recovery will appreciate the hosts' answer to Ellany's question about the difference between foam rolling and using a massage gun. Runners considering a backyard ultra, like Jennifer, will be intrigued by the insightful training advice Coach Dimity offers. (Here are the marathon plansshe references.) And anyone doing an early spring cleaning of their workout-wear drawer(s), including Cortney, will benefit from Sarah's purge-advice.   Before Sarah reads the first Q at 4:40, the hosts talk about Dimity swimming strategically. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Sign up to Go the Distance.    When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This special episode was made possible through the amazing support from Tailwind Nutrition. Maggie Guterl is back as Singletrack co-host on this second episode of a two-part series dedicated to the wonderful, crazy, and often endlessly long world of Backyard Ultras. This week we chat with Sam Harvey and Harvey Lewis. We take a deeper look at the motivations, strategies and principles that can bring you success at this race format that's growing in popularity all over the world. Talking to these champions of the sport I find myself in awe of what humans are able to achieve… and I find myself scanning UltraSignup for the nearest Backyard Ultra event. Thank you Tailwind for partnering with Singletrack to share the stories of these incredible people of our sport. LINKS Sam Harvey's website Sam Harvey on Instagram Harvey Lewis on Instagram Living Ultra with Harvey and Kelly on Youtube RunUp4Water – Kilimanjaro Backyard Ultra Tailwind Nutrition Part 1: ‘Believe in What's Possible', with Fiona Hayvice and Courtney Dauwalter Connect with Singletrack on: Singletrack.fm Instagram Brought to you by Electric Cable Car - your trail and mountain news!  

Fresh off his domination of the Backyard Ultra Team World Championships, Frank "The Tank" Gielen drops into the studio to talk all things Backyard Ultra. Settle in and buckle up as Tank shares his thoughts on three-legged cats, serving the watch, soup to potato efforts, pacing strategies, shared hallucinations, peer pressure, the upper limits of what's possible, his superpower, sleep running, and how he, Merijn Geerts, and Ivo Steyaert were able to run 4.167 miles every hour for 110 straight hours. Incredible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This special episode was made possible through the amazing support from Tailwind Nutrition. Maggie Guterl joins Singletrack as co-host on this first episode of a very special two-part series dedicated to the wonderful, crazy, and often endlessly long world of Backyard Ultras. We bring two champions of the sport, Courtney Dauwalter and Fiona Hayvice to the mic to share insights, strategies, and laughter on how to approach these events, how to master them, and most of all how to have fun at them. Backyard Ultras are popping up everywhere, maybe even nearby where you live, or dare I say, maybe in your backyard? Thank you Tailwind for partnering with Singletrack to share the stories of these incredible voices of our sport. LINKS Fiona Hayvice on Instagram Courtney Dauwalter on Instagram M.A.S.H. Backyard Ultra on Instagram Backyard Ultra Tailwind Nutrition Connect with Singletrack on: Singletrack.fm Instagram Brought to you by Electric Cable Car - your trail and mountain news!  

Join me for news and tons of tips and tricks as we crank out big mileage swimming, biking, and running during the latest cold spell ending in SNOW! Shownotes: Garmin introducing passcode lock on some devices. Drew Dillman is moving to Lauf bikes! Why titanium is probably the best frame material for gravel. Downtube storage... all upsides and no downsides? Chat GPT knows who Zen and the Art of Endurance is! Our town is moving up. We got an REI! Will our Trek store work out? How I use it. Green smoothies make you feel young. Laughing at Backyard Ultra videos by people that think they know what will happen. Ultra events are defined by you having to let go of knowing. Your car is literally a time machine. It shrinks time getting from point A to B. Diet Coke is both healthy and unhealthy and that's OK. Analog watches are making a comeback. YES! Check out the "Captain Willard" Seiko from Apocalypse Now. We are overmonitoring our body metrics. Simplify if you can. Why drying out your swimsuit rightside out is critical after every swim. "When you reach the end, that's when Zen begins." The whole point is to go past what you know, then you can learn. You can train for ultra by doing an ultra. How you treat the people at the aid stations after you've bonked shows who you really are. And knowing who you really are creates the confidence you need in life to be truly happy. The "I'm not X right now" trick. Coming to terms with men wearing pajama bottoms in public. You swim faster when relaxed and in "rest and digest" mode. Planning out huge gravel ride while running with River. Pool will be closed for incoming snowstorm, so planning out biking and running instead. You can strap a bike light to your watch for a flashlight like the Garmin Fenix 8. Phil Gaimon liked my EPO tweet! Using the electronic bike pump and pissing off the neighbors. 10 mile run with River in freezing temps. Gravel ride was great until it wasn't when guts when bad. Weird! Cold weather ultra running tips!

Ultra runner and world record holder Megan Eckert takes a break from running 4.167 miles at a time and joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio Studio. Settle in and buckle up and this reluctant runner shares her journey from her first half marathon to becoming the women's world record holder in the Backyard Ultra format. During the discussion, Meg talks about her start at age 29, silver tickets, the importance of mindset, pacing strategy, sleep deprivation, persistent hallucinations, looking for your limit, toughing it out, and what it takes to run 4.167 miles every hour for 87 straight hours. Unbelievable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to finish the SRC Back Yard Ultra? How do you approach it if you have never done one before? New York State based Jordan Buck traveled to the SRC Backyard Ultra in Long Island and gave it a shot as a first timer. Jordan also shares his experiences of being lost during races and fighting to come back. There is something special about discovering trail running for the first time, and Jordan shares this perspective so well.  We also learn about his upcoming adventure to run across the US carrying the flag as part of a Team RWB veteran relay in an effort to set a new World Record. Donate to the RWB Old Glory Ultra Relay Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts. You can now support the MidPacker Pod on ⁠Patreon⁠. https://www.patreon.com/TheMidPackerPod Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods. Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? Check out Troy's Coaching Page https://runtraillife.com/pages/rtl-coaching-services "Belgium massively punches above their weight." On this episode of the pod Troy Meadows has a  conversation with Stephan Parker. Stephen Parker shares his journey from a casual runner to an author of a book about the Backyard Ultra format, “There Is No Finish”. He discusses his evolution from road running to trail running, the impact of community events like Parkrun, and the balance of family life with his passion for running. Stephen delves into the unique psychological dynamics of the Backyard Ultra, emphasizing the importance of community and support among runners. He also shares insights into the logistics and strategies of endurance running, highlighting the mental resilience required to push limits in such challenging events.  In this conversation, Stephen Parker and Troy Meadows delve into the intricacies of the backyard ultra format. They discuss the importance of managing both physical and intangible needs during long races, the unique dynamics of the Belgian running community, and the evolution of world championship formats due to COVID-19. Stephen shares an extraordinary story about Greg Armstrong, who managed to euthanize a goat and remove a snake while competing in a race. The conversation also touches on personal reflections on endurance racing, future goals, and the significance of community support in achieving success in ultra-endurance events. Stephan's Links IG: thebackyardultrastory -  https://www.instagram.com/thebackyardultrastory/ Website:  www.runningforever.au FB: The Back Yard Story - https://www.facebook.com/thebackyardultrastory/ Stephan's Book: There Is No Finish https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0DD42GD27/ref=nosim?tag=runningforeve-22 Things we talked about during the show: Park Run Underwood Park Run Atomic Habits Bigs Backyard Ultra Laz Lake - Gary Cantrell Harvey Lewis BackYard World Champions Greg Armstrong - Vol State Winner - Run For Water 2020 Quarantine Back Ultra 8-hour overnight Rogain Mt Coot-Tha Tails  Daisy Hills Forest  If you are enjoying the content, please consider supporting our sponsors using the links below. Sponsor Links:  ⁠Run Trail Life⁠ - https://runtraillife.com/ Use code: midpackerpod to double the donation from your purchase.  Visit RunTrailLife.com to check out our line of Hats and Organic cotton T's. ⁠Freetrail⁠ - https://freetrail.com/ Visit Freetrail.com to sign up today. MidPacker Pod Links: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Patreon⁠ Troy Meadows Links: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠Strava⁠ Freetrail Links:⁠ Freetrail Pro⁠ | ⁠Patreon⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠YouTube Stephen Parker, Backyard Ultra, Trail Running, Endurance Sports, Parkrun, Family Life, Running Community, Mental Resilience, Ultra Running, Hash House Harriers, endurance, backyard ultra, running community, world championships, COVID impact, Greg Armstrong, personal stories, Australian Backyard Masters, mental endurance, race formats

Today we're honored to share a very special interview with the great Harvey Lewis, one of the world's top ultrarunners of all time. (Also, like Courtney Dauwalter in our last episode, one of the nicest.) Harvey is not only an accomplished runner but also a dedicated high school teacher at the School for Creative and Performing Arts in Cincinnati. He runs to work every day on what he calls his "run commute," and I had the incredible opportunity to join him on one of those runs—from his home all the way to his school, winding our way through Cincinnatti and Kentucky, over and back across the beautiful Ohio River. In this episode, we'll talk about Harvey's journey as an ultrarunner, including his record-setting win at Big's Backyard Ultra, where he ran an astounding 454 miles over 4 and a half days. We'll dive into what drives him to push beyond physical limits, and his approach to inspiring others to live healthy, active lives.  After relistening to and reflecting on this interview, I think that what comes through the most is not just what Harvey has to say, but how he says it. He truly has a passion, not just for running, but for inspiring and helping others—whether that's other runners, people that he passes on the road, his fellow competitors in a race, his students or animals. When we finished our run commute, I had the chance to meet with some of Harvey's students, and I asked them what it's like to have such an extraordinary person as their teacher. I'm grateful that they allowed me to share their responses, which will give you a real sense of the impact Harvey has, both inside and outside the classroom.  Of course, I'm also grateful to Harvey for such a memorable run and for sharing so much with us. And, of course, we're all grateful to our partners at Brooks Running.  For over a century, Brooks has been propelled by a never-ending curiosity with how humans move. It drives their every decision and every innovation. Because they believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. And we're all moving towards something. It could be the top of a mountain, a first-ever 5K, or peace of mind after a stressful day.  So… let's run there.   With gear and experiences specifically designed to take you to that place. Whether it's a headspace, a feeling, a finish line, a cure for Parkinson's, more ethical treatment of animals, or first period government class at the School for Creative and Performing Arts in Cincinnati. Let's run there.  Head to BrooksRunning.com to learn more.

In this interview, I'm incredibly honored to be joined by Courtney Dauwalter, one of the greatest ultrarunners of all time. For those unfamiliar with the ultrarunning world, Courtney has shattered expectations and rewritten records in some of the most grueling races on the planet.  In 2023, she became the first person ever to win the Western States 100, the Hardrock 100, and the UTMB all in the same year -- which is like the ultrarunning triple crown, an achievement that stands alone in the history of the sport. Known not only for her incredible endurance but also her positive attitude, sense of humor, and love of candy and nachos, Courtney has conquered races like the Moab 240 (a 240 mile race in Moab!), which she won by more than 10 hours, and the Big's Backyard Ultra, where she set a women's record of 279 miles. She's also renowned for her trademark "Shortney" baggy shorts, her love for the "Pain Cave," and her unique ability to push herself through the most difficult physical and mental challenges-- whether it's running through storms, climbing mountains, or even hallucinating friendly woodland creatures along the trail. In this episode, we talk about what Courtney has learned about the mental side of ultra-running and try to glean some lessons that we mere mortals can apply to our everyday challenges—things like problem-solving, positive self-talk, and mantras that keep her going for hours on end.   We'll we also explore how she stays grounded, connected to the community, and why she believes there's always another level we can reach if we just keep moving forward, and stay curious about what's possible. Courtney is like the Ted Lasso of running. I think her superpower is her curiosity. And speaking of curiosity, I want to give a special shoutout to our partners at Brooks Running! For over a century, Brooks has been propelled by a never-ending curiosity with how humans move. It drives their every decision and every innovation.  Because they believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. And we're all moving towards something. It could be the top of a mountain, a first-ever 5K, or peace of mind after a stressful day. So… let's run there.   With gear and experiences specifically designed to take you to that place.  Whether it's a headspace, a feeling, a finish line, a cure for Parkinson's, a cleaner environment, justice, or shattering what you previously thought was possible… Let's run there.  Head to BrooksRunning.com to learn more