Podcasts about Backyard ultra

Michael Koppy is a 75-year-old ultrarunner and retired engineering professor from northern Minnesota who is still breaking records in endurance sports. Over the past decade, he's completed two fastest known times (FKTs) and continues to compete in some of the country's most demanding ultramarathons. In 2026, he became the oldest person to finish the Arrowhead 135, one of the toughest winter ultramarathons in the United States. If you enjoyed this episode: Listen to Breaking the Record at Big's Backyard Ultra with Harvey Lewis Thank you to our sponsors:  Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard® Benchmade Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mark Dowdle is an endurance athlete and former football and lacrosse player. This conversation explores the intersection of endurance and identity, digging into the stories we tell ourselves about who we are and how we get uncoupled from them. We discuss turning pain into purpose, shared vulnerability as connective tissue, faith, why mood follows action, and dancing at the edge of your capabilities — where the mask comes off. Mark is a change agent masquerading as an ultrarunner. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today's Sponsors: Go Brewing: Use the code Rich Roll for 15% OFF

Alex Cleary is a well known face in the Ultra running world from his work with Hardcore Harrys and involvement in the King of the Hill Livestream.  Alex got his first taste of a Backyard Ultra at MVP earlier this year when he crewed for The Crow.  A few weeks later Alex ran impressively at MelbOURne Frontyard where he ran 38 yards at his Backyard Debut.

Die Namibiese langasem, André Ross, het die 2026 RMB Brandberg Backyard Ultra op Uis vir die vyfde agtereenvolgende keer gewen - dié keer met ‘n rekord van 26 loepe van 6,7km elk in net meer as 24 uur. Kosmos 94.1 se Yanna Smith het met hom oor die wedloop en sy naaste teenstander, Kim Sonntag van Suid-Afrika, gesels:

If you've ever wondered what separates runners who make massive breakthroughs from those who stay stuck, this episode is for you.Everyday Ultra athlete Alberto Gomez unpacks the mindset, training, and race-day decisions that helped him nearly double his Backyard Ultra performance in just one year. Rather than focusing on talent, this conversation reveals the habits, perspectives, and lessons that create lasting progress—not just in racing, but in life.You'll walk away with practical insights that can help you train smarter, race stronger, and build the confidence to keep improving. This episode isn't just about one incredible race—it's about becoming the kind of runner who continues to level up year after year.Why learning to trust effort over pace can completely change your training.The overlooked habits that make long runs more productive—and more enjoyable.The mindset shift that helps you push through difficult moments without burning out.Why curiosity may be one of the most powerful tools for becoming a better ultra runner.How to build confidence before race day so you're ready when the challenge arrives.The simple mental approach that helped transform one runner's results in just twelve months.SHOW LINKS:Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Book a free call here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!Want to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Joe on IG:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try 1st Phorm Phormula-1 Clear Protein:⁠⁠https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1-clear/?a_aid=joecorcione⁠⁠Try 1st Phorm Ignition Post-Workout Carb Drink:⁠⁠https://1stphorm.com/products/ignition/?a_aid=joecorcione⁠⁠Try Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠going to the link here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠playonrelief.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bearbuttwipes.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Janji apparel at janji.com/everydayultraCreate running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free and get a free trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠footpathapp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/everydayultra

Vanoggend bied die stil dorpie Uis die uitmergelende vyfde jaarlikse RMB Brandberg Backyard Ultra aan, 'n brutale toets van uithouvermoë waar deelnemers elke uur 'n 6,7-kilometer-lus moet voltooi totdat net een persoon oorbly. Die heeltemal oop wedloop dien as 'n hoë-inset kwalifisering vir die Wêreldkampioenskappe. Mede-stigter van die wedloop, Riana Scholtz, gesels oor die vroue-afdeling met Kosmos 94.1:

Behalwe dat daar kritieke fondse ingesamel word vir die Save the Rhino Trust en streek-wildbewaringsinisiatiewe, sal toeskouers ook baie pret hê.

There was recently some controversy at the Biotropica Backyard Ultra where both the men's and women's world bests were broken. After the event concluded, it was revealed that some violations occurred, causing all results from the event to be disqualified, including the top performances. Mark Dowdle joined me to discuss what happened, along with other related topics around rules in the sport of ultra marathon.  Mark Dowdle: IG @mark.dowdle | YT @mark.dowdle Episode Sponsors: ProBio: probionutrition.com/endurance Code: Endurance (20% Off) LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with purchase) deltaG: deltagketones.com Code: BITTER20 (20% Off) Podcast Details: Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hposponsors HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hpo  Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Journal: substack.com/@zachbitter Find Zach: zachbitter.com | IG: @zachbitter | X: @zbitter | FB: Zach Bitter | Strava: Zach Bitter   

Die RMB Brandberg Backyard Ultra vind môre op Uis plaas en Kosmos 94.1 sal daar wees om jou al die aksie te bring. Atlete moet 6,7 kilometer elke uur voltooi tot net een deelnemer die laaste loep alleen voltooi. Tot dusver was die wenner nog altyd Andre Ross, die man met die langste asem tot dusver. Maar, wat sal môre gebeur? Organiseerder Riana Scholtz.

Dit is die naweek die vyfde RMB Brandberg Backyard Ultra, die uiters gewilde ultra-marathon waar deelnemers elke uur 'n loep van 6,7 kilometer moet voltooi tot net een deelnemer oorbly. Kosmos 94.1 saai ook Saterdag regstreeks vanaf Uis uit om jou op hoogte te hou. Organiseerder Riana Scholtz sê daar is vanjaar 'n rekord-aantal inskrywings.

Namibië se 'marathon-power couple', Riana en Nico Scholtz se jaarlikse RMB Brandberg Backyard Ultra is terug die naweek op Uis. Dit is die vyfde uitgawe van die gewilde ultra-marathon en dit beloof om vet pret te wees – fiks of nie. Riana het meer.

Kry die nuus soos dit breek.

Jay Stapley, winner of the 2026 Backyard Ultra at Prestbury Park on why ultra marathons are more about the mind than the body, why he wanted to keep running, but admits his legs were so sore afterwards he couldn't let them touch the bed sheets.For more in-depth feature interviews like this please visit and subscribe to the Sport and Life website: https://sportandlife.co.uk*************Chief Sponsor: Bang & Olufsen Cheltenham: https://stores.bang-olufsen.com/en/united-kingdom/cheltenham/unit-15-the-courtyard-montpellier-streetFor 30% off Cytoplan supplements for your first purchase at https://www.cytoplan.co.uk and a 10% discount ongoing: Check out the intro to the podcast.

Kostenloses Erstgespräch https://cal.meetergo.com/meisolle/erstgesprach In dieser Folge geht es um das faszinierende Format des Backyard Ultra, eine Herausforderung, die mentale Stärke, strategisches Training und sorgfältige Vorbereitung erfordert. Alex teilt Einblicke in die Regeln, Trainingsstrategien und häufige Fehler, um sich optimal auf dieses extreme Laufformat vorzubereiten. Backyard Ultra, Ultramarathon, Lauftraining, mentale Stärke, Ausdauer, Wettkampfstrategie key topics Regeln und Ursprung des Backyard Ultra Mentale und physische Vorbereitung Ernährung und Energie-Management Fehlervermeidung beim Ultra-Lauf Trainingsempfehlungen für lange Distanzen Chapters 00:00 Einleitung und Themenübersicht 08:05 Was ist ein Backyard Ultra? Regeln und Ursprung 09:04 Mentale Herausforderungen und Strategien 10:42 Der Hype um das Last Soul Ultra in Deutschland 11:40 Berechnung der Pace und Laufstrategie 13:05 Eigene Erfahrungen und Tipps zum Ultra 17:30 Das Konzept der Pace-Falle 19:30 Wichtige Pausen- und Erholungsstrategien 22:50 Lange Nächte, Schlafmangel und mentale Belastung 26:40 Fünf häufige Fehler beim Backyard Ultra 35:10 Trainingstipps für das Ultra-Format 42:58 Abschluss und Vorbereitung auf den Wettkampf

Alan and Ian are back behind the mics, diving head‑first into the latest chaos from the world of fitness racing and OCR.

In this episode of the ZenRUN Podcast, I chat with the wonderful Jason Rantall - runner, dad, mental health advocate, Better Mental founder, and a very familiar face in the Melbourne Frontyard Ultra world. And honestly, this one is powerful. Jason's story starts in Gisborne, growing up in a small country town where football was everything, everyone knew everyone, and sport was a big part of life. As a kid, Jason loved running without even really realising it. He was fast, he loved footy, and movement gave him a kind of freedom. But behind the outside version of Jason, there was a lot going on. Jason speaks very openly about growing up with mental health struggles, being diagnosed with bipolar, OCD, psychotic episodes, anxiety and depression in his 20s, and then living for many years with alcohol addiction. This is not one of those neat little “I changed my life and everything was instantly wonderful” stories. Jason is very clear about that. Change was hard. Recovery was hard. Rebuilding his marriage, his health, his family life and his sense of self was hard. But running became the catalyst. On 31 January 2017, Jason quit smoking. On 1 February 2017, he started running. And that first run? A hilly 2.3km loop in 40-degree heat, while overweight, unwell, and wearing work shorts and Dunlops. As you do. Jason came home looking so wrecked his wife Kerry nearly called an ambulance - but something had shifted. He kept going. Since then, running has helped Jason rebuild his life from the inside out. He has now been smoke-free for more than nine years and alcohol-free for eight years. We talk about how running started as something that wasn't necessarily healthy - almost another addiction - and how over time it became something much deeper. A way to be with himself. A way to practise presence. A way to build awareness. A way to stop running away from pain and start moving through life differently. Jason also shares the work he and Kerry now do through Better Mental, their registered charity focused on mental health, addiction, connection and community. What began as a small monthly catch-up has grown into a real community hub, with connection groups, barbecues, education, lived experience conversations and support. And of course, we talk about running. A lot. Jason has created some pretty huge challenges of his own, including running from where he was born to where he lives now, covering 422km over 10 days, and running 801km around a track to raise awareness for lives lost to suicide in Victoria. Then Paul Pratt finally convinced him to try a Backyard Ultra. And that changed things again. Jason talks about why he fell in love with the format - not just because of the running, but because of the community, the connection, the crew, the tents, the hourly reset, and the way people help each other keep going. Which is exactly why the Melbourne Frontyard Ultra world suits him so beautifully. In this episode, we chat about: Growing up in Gisborne and being raised by a young single mum Football, small town sport, and finding freedom through movement Living with mental health challenges from a young age Alcohol addiction, shame, guilt and the difficulty of change The moment Jason decided to quit smoking and start running Why running saved his life - but not in a neat or simple way Learning to turn running from avoidance into awareness Better Mental and the community work Jason and Kerry now do Why connection, movement and community matter so much Jason's own huge running challenges and charity runs Being pulled into Backyard Ultra by Paul Pratt Why the Backyard and Frontyard Ultra format feels so special Kids watching what we do, not what we say Why Jason doesn't fully identify as “a runner” Running for joy, not pressure Training with Crazy Running Man and discovering speed again The importance of presence, process and taking the next step Jason's tips and takeaways Jason shares so many simple but powerful ideas in this episode, including: Start small. Don't overwhelm yourself by trying to change everything at once. Just put your runners on. Walk out the door. Start there. Consistency beats intensity. Jason talks about how big bursts of motivation usually disappear after a few weeks, but small consistent actions can grow into real habits. Don't wait for rock bottom. Change can start before everything falls apart. You don't have to wait until life forces you into a corner. Be careful who you spend time with. Jason believes the people around you matter. If you spend time with people moving in a healthy direction, it becomes easier to move that way too. Stay in the process. Instead of getting overwhelmed by the finish line, the distance, or the big goal, come back to the next step. Then the next one. Then the next one. Be yourself. Jason's message is simple and beautiful: be you, do your best, and don't try to be a poor imitation of someone else. Pass the Baton This episode includes our new Pass the Baton segment, where each guest answers a question from the previous guest - and then leaves a question for the next one. This time, Jason answered Paul Pratt's question: If money and time were not a barrier, what's one event you would love to enter? Jason's answer is very Jason - big, meaningful, and tied to something much bigger than just running. He also left a question for my next guest... ...but you'll need to listen to the episode to hear what it was. Links Better Mental website: www.bettermental.com.au Facebook: Better Mental Australia Incorporated Better Mental Together Instagram: bettermental__australia__inc Jason's running Instagram: Jason__Storwart__Rantall

Most runners think a backyard ultra is crazy.Lukas Janulitis looked at that format and decided it wasn't hard enough.Try a Last Skier Standing, an event where athletes skin uphill 1,200 feet every hour, ski back down, and repeat until only one person remains. That means battling sleep deprivation, sub-zero temperatures, brutal winds, hallucinations, and the mental challenge of not knowing when it will end.In this episode, Lukas shares his experiences at Last Skier Standing, Bubba's Backyard Ultra, Swiss Alps 100, and Cruel Jewel 100. We discuss sleep deprivation, nutrition, heat training, problem-solving during races, New Hampshire mountain culture, and his upcoming attempt at the New Hampshire Appalachian Trail FKT.Topics include:-Last Skier Standing-Backyard ultras and sleep deprivation-Swiss Alps 100-Cruel Jewel 100-Nutrition and race strategy-Training for multi-day endurance events-Hallucinations and mental resilience-The New Hampshire AT FKT-Why people keep pushing their limitsIf you've ever wondered what happens when someone decides to stay awake for days while skiing uphill, this conversation is for you.Support our Sponsors: Sawyer: https://sawyerdirect.net/Janji (code: Freeoutside): https://snp.link/a0bfb726CS Coffee: CSinstant.coffeeGarage Grown Gear: https://snp.link/db1ba8abSubscribe to Substack: http://freeoutside.substack.comSupport this content on patreon: HTTP://patreon.com/freeoutsideBuy my book "Free Outside" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/39LpoSFEmail me to buy a signed copy of my book, "Free Outside" at jeff@freeoutside.comWatch the movie about setting the record on the Colorado Trail: https://tubitv.com/movies/100019916/free-outsideWebsite: www.Freeoutside.comInstagram: thefreeoutsidefacebook: www.facebook.com/freeoutside#Trailrunning #Runningnews #Outdoors #Outdooradventure

Welcome to the next episode in the 2026 Melbourne Frontyard Ultra Mini-Series on the ZenRUN Podcast. This series follows a handful of athletes through their actual Melbourne Frontyard Ultra journey - not just the neat little result at the end, but the real story along the way. The pre-race nerves. The crew tent chaos. The tired check-ins. The food, the feet, the weather, the tiny naps, and eventually the wrap-up chat when their race is done. In this episode, we're following the wonderful Luke Slater. Luke came into Melbourne Frontyard Ultra with a lot of Backyard Ultra experience, a big goal, and a very special crew - including his daughter Della, who was there from start to finish, sorting feet, managing gear, saving minutes, and somehow still packing down the marquee while we were doing the final interview. Honestly, Della deserves her own medal. Luke was born in Norwich in England, came to Australia originally to play soccer, studied law, became a criminal lawyer, and now lives in Shepparton with his four children. His running story is fairly recent, but very Luke. After years of soccer and boxing, he started running properly after seeing people doing the Shepparton GV Backyard Ultra and wondering why on earth they looked like they were on the edge of death. And instead of thinking, “That looks terrible, I'll stay away from that,” he thought, “I'd like to have a go at that.” As you do. Since then, Backyard Ultras have become his main running love. Before Melbourne Frontyard Ultra, his best result was 52 yards, which had him sitting high on the Great Britain list and chasing a potential spot at the Backyard Ultra World Championships. So Luke came into this event hoping to go further, cement that position, and see what he could do. But, as always with this format, you can have the experience, the goal, the crew, the plan, the foot prep, the ginger, the no-milk strategy, and still eventually find yourself deep in the second night asking one of the great ultra-running questions: Why am I doing this? In this episode, you'll hear Luke before the race, relaxed and getting his feet sorted while his family were gathered around the tent. You'll hear him early on around yard 5 after a fast lap, a tumble, a wash, noodles, and some excellent work from Team Della. You'll hear him around yard 20, sleepy but steady, adjusting to the new norm after around 130 kilometres and looking ahead to the challenge of the second night. And then you'll hear him around yard 33, where the dizziness, tiredness, loneliness and second-night grind were starting to make things much harder - but he was still moving, still clear, and still surrounded by a great team. Luke eventually made it to 37 yards - nearly 250 kilometres - before the lack of sleep, dizziness, and the slow creep of “what on earth am I doing?” brought his race to an end. And in the wrap-up, he reflects beautifully on the whole experience: the suffering, the life lessons, the memories, the pressure of needing help from other people, the value of family, and what it meant to have Della crewing him so calmly and capably through it all. This episode is thoughtful, funny, honest, and full of that strange Backyard Ultra mix of practicality and philosophy. Because yes, it's just running 6.7K loops around a park. But also, somehow, it's never just that. Why You'll Love This Episode You'll hear Luke's journey from soccer and boxing into Backyard Ultras Luke talks about chasing a place on the Great Britain Backyard Ultra team There's a lovely father-daughter thread with Della crewing him through the event We talk blisters, feet, sleep, stomach issues, ginger, and avoiding milk You'll hear how quickly the event changes once the second night arrives Luke shares honestly about dizziness, fatigue, loneliness, and questioning why we do these things It captures the strange beauty of suffering with purpose And yes - there is a lot of appreciation for Team Della A Few Favourite Themes The crew story matters Luke's daughter Della was a huge part of this episode. Calm, capable, organised, and fully committed to helping him get back out one more time. Experience helps, but it doesn't make it easy Luke had plenty of Backyard Ultra experience, but the format still found a way to test him. The second night is a different beast Around yard 33, things started getting much harder. Less sleep, more dizziness, more mental fog, and that feeling of being deep in the event with no easy way through except forward. Sometimes you question everything At one point Luke talks about seeing casual runners in the park looking like they're having a great time while he's wondering why he's doing this to himself. Which feels very relatable, frankly. There is meaning in the suffering Luke reflects on how these events can teach us something about life - managing discomfort, dealing with hard moments, and keeping going when things are no longer fun or easy. Listen In For Luke being very politely corrected on the pronunciation of his own surname His four children helping in the tent before the event Della stepping into chief crew mode Growing up in Norwich and coming to Australia to play soccer Life as a criminal lawyer in Shepparton How watching a Backyard Ultra sparked his running obsession His 52-yard PB and Great Britain team goal Blister prevention and foot prep before the race Avoiding milk after previous stomach issues Yard 5: fast lap, dusty feet, noodles, a tumble, and feeling fresh again Yard 20: settling into the “new norm” after around 130K Yard 33: dizziness, fatigue, and the second-night grind Why Della brought the chair to the corral to save every possible minute Finishing 37 yards and nearly 250K The strange mental space of needing help from others Steak, Guinness, and not running for a week Whether Luke and Della might swap roles in the future Mentioned In This Episode Melbourne Frontyard Ultra Ultra Series Australia Shaun Kaesler Shepparton GV Backyard Ultra MVP Backyard Ultra World Championships Great Britain Backyard Ultra team Dead Cow Gully Mount Buffalo Melbourne Knights Shepparton Marathon Della, Scarlett, Sunny and Zendaya Troy Tim Kęprazak / Better By Next Week Melbourne Frontyard Ultra Melbourne Frontyard Ultra Event Website - https://www.melbournefyu.com.au/ Interested in the 2027 Melbourne Frontyard Ultra? Entries are open now for Saturday 1 May 2027 - and if 2026 is anything to go by, it's going to be bigger, better, and likely to sell out. Enter here: https://www.melbournefyu.com.au/

Michele Graglia è tornato.In questa puntata di Anime di Corsa parliamo del suo ritorno alle gare, della Backyard Ultra di Livata vissuta per 30 ore, della recente vittoria in Costa Rica e del grande progetto che lo aspetta: il Tor.Con Michele non si parla mai soltanto di chilometri, dislivello e risultati. Si parla di viaggio, identità, crisi, motivazione, ricerca del limite e di quel rapporto profondo con la corsa che va oltre la prestazione.Dalla formula spietata della Backyard — un giro ogni ora, finché resta una sola persona — alla vittoria in Costa Rica, fino alla preparazione mentale e fisica per una delle gare più dure e iconiche al mondo, questa conversazione racconta cosa significa tornare davvero a mettersi in gioco.Una puntata per chi ama l'ultrarunning, il trail running e le storie di chi continua a cercare qualcosa di più grande dentro la fatica.Correte e fate l'amore.

Send us Fan MailThey say that a game is well-officiated when you don't even notice the referees or umpires. I sure can't say that about this NBA Finals, where the officiating has been atrocious. But if you've ever run an ultramarathon, especially a multiday race, and didn't notice the timer, it might have been because that was Mike Melton of MCM Timing, the absolute best in the business. I inherited Mike for the American Heroes Run after David unexpectedly passed away less than four months before the race and I suddenly took up the mantle of race director, and boy, did I get lucky because Mike ensured that not only would the race not miss a beat in the transition, but I've had a partner ever since that has helped me maintain the highest quality in the race running smoothly, with accurate timing and results. Mike and his company have timed everything from 5Ks to many of the most significant ultras in North America, including the Barkley Marathons, Big's Backyard Ultra, Six Days in the Dome, Across the Years, the Keys 100, and many more. In fact, he is on the road in his Sprinter van that has 500,000 miles on it for 265 days a year. He has seen it all and has some great stories to tell here. In fact, so many that I have split this conversation into two parts. Mike also shares his origin story in the timing business and as a runner. Many might not know that Mike ran 171 miles in 72 hours at Across the Years, and has a very respectable 100-mile PR of 22:49. Mike also tells about how he and David connected for the very first American Heroes Run and how it led to the development of the software that Mike now uses for races that run laps.Mike MeltonFacebook Mike MeltonBill Stahlsilly_billy@msn.comFacebook Bill StahlInstagram and Threads @stahlor and @we_are_superman_podcastYouTube We Are Superman PodcastPlease consider donating to support Team Leadville and Boulder Crest to help end veteran suicide!  Donate, share, or just help spread the word to help end veteran suicide. Thank you very much!https://weblink.donorperfect.com/BoulderCrestFoundation/2026TeamLeadville/BillStahl Subscribe to our Substack for my archive of articles of coaching tips developed from my more than three decades of experience, wild and funny stories from my long coaching career, the wit and wisdom of David, and highlights of some of the best WASP episodes from the past that I feel are worthwhile giving another listen.Search either We Are Superman Podcast or @billstahl8Register for the American Heroes Run: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=133138

In this episode, Nicholas shares his journey of winning the Kedji Backyard race twice, balancing family life, training strategies, mental resilience, and coaching philosophy. Discover how mental toughness and community support drive extraordinary endurance achievements.

Send us Fan MailThe East Coast trail running season flips on fast, and suddenly you're staring down wet descents, ski-slope climbs, and a start line packed with people who have nothing to lose. We sit down with mountain runner and race director Aimee Kohler right before Sunapee to get practical about how you actually prepare for a short, brutally competitive mountain race when life is already full. She's coming off injury, rebuilding fitness in a compressed training block, and still managing a spring race directing calendar that leaves “balance” feeling like a myth. We dig into what makes a two-loop course tricky, why loop one can bait you into going out too hot, and how Amy thinks about positioning so she can attack when the second loop gets longer and more technical. She calls out the glades descent as the make-or-break section and shares how she's approaching pacing with restraint early so she can hammer late. If you love skyrunning, mountain running, and East Coast trail racing, you'll recognize the stakes: the moment you hesitate, the field swarms. Then we go full gear nerd, from traction and outsole feel to what Amy plans to race in (Hoka Zinal 3) and what she trains in when the miles get longer. We wrap with her summer schedule and big goals, including Whiteface, Loon, Escarpment, and Grindstone 50K with UTMB OCC qualification on the horizon, plus a look behind the curtain at Running Kind events and the logistical chaos of directing a Backyard Ultra where you can't predict the finish time. Subscribe, share this with a training partner, and leave a review, then tell us: do you race loop one conservative or go on the attack?Follow Aimee on IG - @aimskohLooking for more fun races in the Northeast? Check out The Running Kind ! - @therunningkind_ / The Running KindThe Running Kind Races ->  @therunningkindUse code SteepStuff for 20% your cart on Sidas.usFollow James on IG - @jameslaurielloFollow the Steep Stuff Podcast on IG - @steepstuff_podFollow Sidas USA on IG - @sidas_usa

Michael ran his first Backyard Ultra in 2024 at BB Backyard and finished as the Last One Standing with 25 yards.  Michael has fallen in love with the format and has improved his PB to 45 yards and in doing so, qualified for the Canadian Team which will be taking on the rest of the world in October at the Sat Champs.

Michael Owen is an legend with Ohio runners. He has a long history of running on the trails after he got his first taste of it, back in college. He then started SEOTR, Southeast Ohio Trail Runners, which is an event group that now helps to host 10 races across the state. His races range from one mile to 100. And if you want to go farther, then he is the race director for OBU, Ohio's Backyard Ultra, that can go for more than 200 miles! We chat about how there is a stigma thinking that Ohio is flat, but Michael hosts some very challenging hilly races that Ohio has to offer. His races also have a very family vibe and it keeps runners coming back year after year. Great chat with Michael and I hope you enjoy it!

In this inspiring episode, Alan sits down with Harry Taroni, owner of Greendale Performance Gym, to explore his remarkable transformation from late‑starter in fitness to Ironman competitor and event organiser. Harry opens up about his journey from being overweight to becoming a competitive amateur boxer, then pushing his limits through endurance racing. He shares details of his upcoming Backyard Ultra at Manor Farm on 25 September, a £95 event featuring a unique twist — a chain medal for every DNF and special pre‑race packages for participants. The conversation dives into the mindset behind endurance sport, the creativity of event design, and the balance between training, promotion, and storytelling in the OCR and endurance community. A candid, motivational chat about resilience, reinvention, and the drive to keep moving forward — whether you're chasing finish lines or creating them. Want to Enter the backyard Ultra use code 10GPC and save 10% Greendale Performance | Elevate Your Fitness Today Watch this episode live on Youtube at UKOCR TV   If you have any questions about the show or would like to explore advertising opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at admin@ukocr.com.

Präsentiert von Schneider & Piecha, Berlin Triathlon und feels.likeHeute rede ich mit dem 23-jährigen Lennart Böhme aus Kiel, den ich im Rahmen des Last Legs Ultra in Würzburg kennengelernt habe. Lennart ist eine Type und belegte einen starken fünften Platz beim Last Legs Ultra in Würzburg.Ich wollte wissen: Was treibt einen jungen Menschen dazu, sich eine solche Extrembelastung anzutun? Dies erfahrt im Podcast mit Lennart. Wir tauchen tief ein in die Thematik Backyard Ultra- Vorbereitung, Motivation, Ernährung, das Betreuerteam, die mentalen Hürden und Strategien, den Hype um die Backyards und Kim Gottwald, die Tage nach dem Rennen,Ich stand Backyard-Ultra-Läufen vor meiner Moderation eher kritisch gegenüber, jetzt bin ich kurz davor, selbst mal einen zu machen...irgendwie hat es mich angefuchst.Viel Spaß beim Zuhören!Alex und LennartUnsere Partner:Schneider und PiechaSchneider & Piecha – Ihr Sanitätshaus in OffenbachSchneider und Piecha (@schneiderundpiecha) • Instagram-Fotos und -VideosBerlin Triathlon/ Werbellinseetriathlon 2026Berlin TriathlonWerbellinseetriathlon 2026Instagram Berlin Triathlonfeels.likefeelslike.sportfeels.like | Recharging athletes. (@feelslike.sport) • Instagram-Fotos und -VideosRABATTCODE: KLARTEXT10 Klartext Running CommunityAlle Infos gibt es auf der Website der Klartext Marathon Community und im Blog von Klartext Triathlon!Tritt jetzt unseren verschiedenen Kanälen bei:Whats-App-CommunityInstagram ChannelStrava ClubPrime WearPrime Wear - 100% Custom Performance Clothing(Bezahlte Werbepartnerschaften)Erreichbarkeit:Wenn euch unsere Arbeit gefällt, dann folgt uns auf Instagram und teilt diesen Podcast über Social Media! Danke!Klartext Triathlon (@klartexttriathlon) • Instagram-Fotos und -VideosAlex Feldhaus (@alex.fldhs) • Instagram-Fotos und -VideosSebi Neef (@sebi_neef) • Instagram-Fotos und -VideosSchaut doch gerne auch einmal auf unserer Website vorbei:Klartext Triathlon | Podcast und BlogImpressum:Klartext Triathlon e.U., Alexander Feldhaus (Reinachstraße 57, 80995 München), Mail: eiaswim@web.de Telefon: 0049 176 70956367Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of The General Muscle Podcast, Lawrence sits down with his mate Will Brett to unpack an incredible performance in a Backyard Ultra event, where Will completed 25 laps (167km). The conversation explores how his running journey began, what drew him from shorter races and marathons into the unique challenge of the BYU format, and how he prepared physically for such an extreme event. Will breaks down the nutrition strategies he used on race day and the changing demands of the event as the laps accumulated. Thank you for listening! Please take the time to screenshot the episode, post it onto to your Instagram story and tag Lawrence and Will! Please take the time to leave a five star review on your podcast platform of choice as this is a great way to help the show! Will's IG: @willbrett_ Lawrence's IG: @general.muscle Physiotherapy Enquiries: lawrence@everybodiesphysio.com.au Coaching Enquiries: lawrence.grieve@ymail.com Use code "GENERAL" for 15% off at www.powersupps.com.au

Après avoir exploré les bases du format dans l'épisode 271 (Backyard 101), puis plongé dans l'univers du créateur de ce format à l'épisode 272 avec Lazarus Lake, cette troisième et dernière partie de la trilogie vous emmène directement au cœur de l'action, dans la nuit de la Big Wolf's Backyard de Lévis qui avait lieu le 9 mai dernier. Entre la 12e et la 17e boucle, les jambes ralentissent, la fatigue se ressent, les émotions remontent… et la magie des Backyard prend vie. Dans cet épisode immersif, je traîne mon micro sur le site de la course pendant la nuit, à la rencontre des coureurs, des crews et des bénévoles qui vivent cette drôle d'aventure collective où personne ne sait vraiment quand tout va se terminer. Vous entendrez notamment le marathonien Anthony Larouche, le vétéran des Backyard Bruno Tremblay, Amélie Lachance qui vivait sa toute première expérience sur ce format, l'ancienne championne canadienne Stéphanie Simpson et Robin Mailhot, un favori du podcast, dans un rôle de crew pour le coureur Aurélien Lorin. Puis, on fait un saut dans le temps jusqu'au dénouement spectaculaire de la course, avec une entrevue exclusive avec celui qui a trôné au bout de 52 boucles et 349 km : Pier-Alexandre Beaulieu. On revient sur sa course dans une discussion enregistrée quelques jours après sa victoire. Bonne écoute!*Magasinez dès maintenant chez Altitude Sports et profitez d'un rabais jusqu'à 20% sur votre première commande avec le code promo PASSORTIDUBOIS2026. Cliquez ici pour commander : https://bit.ly/altitude-passortidubois2026Des conditions s'appliquent : Valide uniquement sur les produits à prix régulier. Valide pour un temps limité suivant l'inscription. Ne peut être jumelé à aucune autre promotion et/ou code rabais. Limité à une utilisation par client. Le rabais membre ne peut être combiné à cette offre.**Le partenariat avec Altitude Sports s'inscrit dans une campagne publicitaire menée par l'agence Podpass.CréditsDesign graphique : David HébertThème musical : Frédérick DesrochesPhoto : Dave DupéréIdée originale, production, recherche et animation : Yannick Vézina© Pas sorti du bois 2026

I ett historiskt Cocodona 250, där Rachel Entrekin tog en övertygande totalseger, sprang Jakob Åberg in som totalsjua (femte man). I Transvulcania blev Emelie Forsberg trea i sin comeback och början på en treårssatsning - och Petter Engdahl sprang in som tvåa, tre veckor efter Boston Marathon. Desstuom snackar vi om backyard ultra och kvinnor, tre stora svenska backyards (Winter Bay Backyard, Trosa Backyard Ultra och silver ticket-loppet Porlahälsan Backyard Ultra), Hoby Backyard Ultra 12H, det populära gräsrotsevenemanget Aros Marathon, det nya ambitiösa storloppet Gotaleden Ultra och en hel del annat. 0:35 Hälsouppdatering 2:08 Nya videopodden Ultralöpning i Sverige & Facebookgrupper 4:49 Backyard ultra & kvinnor 9:46 Svenska laget till EM i traillöpning 11:27 Porlahälsan Backyard Ultra (silver ticket) 13:49 Winter Bay Backyard 15:20 Trosa Backyard Ultra 17:23 Aros Marathon 19:08 Gotaleden Ultra 24:20 Hoby Backyard Ultra 12H 27:02 Cocodona 250 36:02 INTERVJU med Jakob Åberg 49:22 Eftersnack Jakob Åberg 50:40 Transvulcania 54:40 INTERVJU med Emelie Forsberg 1:01:23 Eftersnack Emelie Forsberg 1:04:14 INTERVJU Petter Engdahl 1:17:17 Eftersnack Petter Engdahl 1:19:28 Kommande tävlingar

Africa Melane speaks to Donovan Shirley after his record-breaking 288km backyard ultra, as he prepares for a double Comrades Marathon all in support of mental health awareness through his “Get Back Up” campaign and partnership with SADAG Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from Early Breakfast with Africa Melane For more about the show click https://buff.ly/XHry7eQ and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/XJ10LBU Listen live on weekdays between 04:00 and 06:00 (SA Time) to the Early Breakfast with Africa Melane broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3N Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we're catching back up with Bryony Keys after her incredible performance at the BPN Backyard Ultra, where she became the last female standing and finished in the top 10 overall after running for 37 hours straight and covering 155miles.Bryony takes us behind the scenes of one of the toughest endurance race formats in the world, sharing what it really takes to keep going hour after hour when sleep deprivation, fatigue and mental battles start to hit.We chat about:- How she prepared for a Backyard Ultra after her previous ankle injury- Why her training looked very different to what most people expected- The mindset shifts that helped her keep going for 37 hours- Pacing, fuelling and recovery between laps- The mental side of ultra endurance racing and managing the highs and lows- Why consistency and simplicity mattered most in trainingThis episode is packed with honest insights into endurance, resilience and learning how to stay in the fight when things get hard.Follow Bryony over on instagram : @coachbryony @fuelledlabIf you enjoyed this episode please consider following the show and leaving a review, it helps us reach more people and speak to more incredible guests!  Find us @weareatalanta and remember to tag us when you listen! Thank you, see you next week!As always, a huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting us on this journey.LSKD : Use code ATALANTA for 15% off LSKDMyProtein : Use code ATALANTA for discount at checkout.

Megan Eckert returns to Trail Runner Nation after an extraordinary stretch in endurance racing, including a third place at Cocadona 250, setting a women's world record at Big's Backyard Ultra and becoming the first woman to run more than 600 miles in six days. She explains why backyard ultras are less about speed and more about solving the strange little puzzle of time, sleep, food, heat, pacing, and decision-making, one hour at a time. The conversation gets into what happens when the body starts swelling after days of effort, how recovery has to be tested carefully, and why a runner's "toolbox" matters more than a perfect race plan. Megan also shares how mantras, gratitude, crew support, short sleep strategies, and breaking huge goals into smaller chunks helped her keep moving when the mental fog rolled in. The big takeaway is that toughness is not always loud or dramatic. Sometimes it looks like patience, curiosity, a good crew, and the willingness to step back into the corral one more time. Links: SharmanUltra Coaching - Megan Previous Episode with Megan: EP 685: Running in Circles - Backyard Ultras Episode Sponsors: Tifosi Optics - CLARITY ON THE TRAIL: Post your Golden Nugget of wisdom that helps you recover after a huge effort on Instagram, tag @TifosiOptics, @TrailRunnerNation, and use the hashtag #ClarityOnTheTrail.  OR try texting us (within the USA) with your tip: 916-235-3928. If we use yours on a weekly episode, you get a pair of the new Sanctum SL glasses! Peluva - Footwear that let your feet be feet.  Get 10% off on our DEALS page  Timestamps 00:00 | Megan Eckert's 600-Mile Breakthrough Scott introduces Megan's recent accomplishments, including her Big's Backyard Ultra world record and becoming the first woman to run more than 600 miles in six days. 02:10 | What Happens to the Body After 600 Miles Megan describes the swelling, inflammation, and strange physical effects that showed up late in the six-day race. 03:10 | Recovery Is Not a Formula She explains how recovery depends on the race, the body's feedback, heart rate, feet, legs, and the willingness to test movement and back off when needed. 04:14 | How Backyard Ultras Actually Work Megan breaks down the format: 4.17 miles every hour, starting again and again until only one runner remains. 06:16 | The Race She's Most Proud Of Megan shares why Run Rabbit Run stands out, not because it was perfect, but because she had to work through an off day almost from the beginning. 14:16 | The Tools That Keep You Moving The conversation shifts to mantras, knowing your "why," gratitude, and the mental tools runners build through hard training and bad races. 19:34 | Solving the Puzzle of Time Megan explains why backyard racing fascinates her: it is not about being fastest, but about balancing pace, rest, calories, sleep, and strategy. 25:46 | Training Yourself to Sleep Fast She talks about using an eye mask, lowering heart rate before lying down, and noise-canceling headphones to help the body shut down quickly during long races. 27:55 | Why Women Are Thriving in Long Events Megan reflects on the growing participation of women in backyard and multi-day racing and why the format creates a welcoming space for many types of runners. 31:15 | Why Crew Becomes Critical Megan explains how sleep deprivation affects decision-making and why crew support becomes essential in the later stages of multi-day races. 35:16 | The Dark Places in a Six-Day Race She describes the strange feeling of being between two shores, unable to see where you started or where you are going, and how her crew helped her regain perspective. 43:30 | Coaching for Backyard Ultras vs. 50Ks Megan explains how training shifts for backyard races, with more emphasis on time on feet, double days, and learning to run when you do not feel like running. 47:00 | Sleep Deprivation and Trial-and-Error The group discusses whether sleep deprivation can really be trained, and Megan explains why her best sleep strategy is built around longer 45- to 90-minute cycles. 52:00 | What's Next for Megan Megan talks about taking on Cocodona 250 and applying what she has learned from looped and timed events to a very different kind of trail challenge. 55:13 | Who Should Try a Backyard Ultra? Megan closes with a simple message: the best attribute is curiosity, because you never know what you are capable of until you show up.

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Gary Cantrell, aussi connu sous le pseudonyme Lazarus Lake, débarque au podcast pour une discussion aussi fascinante qu'inattendue. Avec l'ami Yvan L'Heureux à la co-animation, on plonge dans l'univers de celui à qui l'on doit la mythique Barkley Marathons et l'incontournable Backyard Ultra. Derrière l'image du directeur de course à la cigarette aux lèvres, perçu comme dur ou provocateur, on découvre un homme profondément humain, généreux et admiratif des athlètes qui s'élancent sur ses épreuves. Un pionnier de l'ultra-endurance qui, encore aujourd'hui, continue de se lancer lui-même dans des défis hors normes, comme sa récente traversée des États-Unis à la course. Dans l'épisode, on revient sur l'origine du format Backyard Ultra, inspiré d'un défi qu'il lançait à ses amis à l'adolescence. Une idée simple, devenue un phénomène mondial, où la victoire ne repose pas sur la vitesse, mais sur l'endurance, la résilience et la capacité à durer. On discute aussi de l'importance des “Danny”, ces coureurs amateurs qui surpassent les attentes dans ses formats de course atypiques, et qui incarnent, selon Laz, la véritable essence du trail. Un épisode unique où je déroge de mon créneau francophone, l'instant d'une discussion que je ne pouvais tout simplement pas manquer, avec une légende vivante de notre sport. Bonne écoute!*L'équipe de la Big Wolf's Backyard offre un rabais de 50 % sur l'inscription à leur événement du 9 mai prochain à Lévis. Cette offre est disponible jusqu'à épuisement des stocks : https://www.bigwolfsbackyardultra.ca/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php?action=frm_forms_preview&form=psdblevis273yz644*Magasinez dès maintenant chez Altitude Sports et profitez d'un rabais jusqu'à 20% sur votre première commande avec le code promo PASSORTIDUBOIS2026. Cliquez ici pour commander : https://bit.ly/altitude-passortidubois2026Des conditions s'appliquent : Valide uniquement sur les produits à prix régulier. Valide pour un temps limité suivant l'inscription. Ne peut être jumelé à aucune autre promotion et/ou code rabais. Limité à une utilisation par client. Le rabais membre ne peut être combiné à cette offre.**Le partenariat avec Altitude Sports s'inscrit dans une campagne publicitaire menée par l'agence Podpass.CréditsDesign graphique : David HébertThème musical : Frédérick DesrochesPhoto : Alexis BergIdée originale, production, recherche et animation : Yannick Vézina© Pas sorti du bois 2026

The June Bank Holiday weekend will see runners from all over the country once again visit Galway for the 2026 Connacht Backyard Ultra.  This sold out event at the Brothers of Charity in Clarinbridge, starts at 12 noon on Saturday May 30th, involves athletes running a 6.7km loop in an hour.  Following a short break, they then go out on another loop of the course and continue on until they stop with the event using a last person standing format.  The winner will complete approximately 40 loops, which will take them 40 hours. The event is also now under the IMRA - Irish Mountain Running Association umbrella of events. The IMRA calendar has 175 events across 21 counties. 6 of which are in county Galway. The IMRA Galway league is 5 races over 5 months. April to August. With distances of 7km -> 11km Francis Kelly - Chairperson of Galway Trail Running AC and co race director of the Connacht Backyard Ultra, spoke to John Mulligan.  

JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast James Graham & Luke Keary are back to unpack Round 6 of the NRL! The boys break down the Tigers’ surge and Top 4 potential, the Dragons’ ongoing issues and whether it’s time to rebuild, and Parramatta’s worrying form after a heavy loss to the Titans. They also cover the Warriors’ rise, Melbourne’s confidence concerns, Bulldogs and Roosters talking points, plus a few off-field stories and rivalries along the way. Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 00:00 - Welcome 00:45 - Maccas 99 feedback 05:30 - Coffee orders 10:00 - Backyard Ultra 12:45 - Tigers are the real deal 20:35 - Dragons issues continue 35:10 - Parramatta running out of gas 39:55 - Gorden Tallis vs Grant Williams 48:00 - Warriors intensity 01:01:35 - The Bulldogs ambush 01:07:55 - NRL disruptor controversy 01:14:00 - The Raiders much needed winSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Alan and Ian deliver a classic mix of chaos, comedy, community news, and heartfelt moments. From expanding the podcast onto YouTube, to broken ladders in the loft (yes… really), to warm‑weather wildfires and new Garmin toys — it's a proper catch‑up episode with all the usual Swift Half energy. They also take time to honour two huge losses in the OCR world, Jack Carpenter and Kev Lacey — reflecting on their impact, their kindness, and the legacy they leave behind in our community. But it's not all heavy. There's:

440 deutsche Athletinnen und Athleten, 295 Medaillen, u.a ein Weltrekord im Kugelstoßen und emotionale Staffelrennen, die eine ganze Halle in Polen zum Beben gebracht haben: Die Hallen-Masters-EM 2026 in Torun war einer der stärksten Auftritte, den das deutsche Masters-Team je hingelegt hat.Benjamin Brömme spricht mit Boyke Seemann – Teammanager, Trainer und Masters-Insider – über alles, was in der polnischen Leichtathletik-Hochburg passiert ist.Ihr hört in dieser Folge:Mittelstrecke: Elisa Schöne – aktuell Hallen-Europameisterin und Hallen-Weltmeisterin über 800 Meter – dominiert wieder. Eva Trost räumt auf den langen Mitteldistanzen ab. Dana Prada holt vier Medaillen.Hürden & ein besonderer Comeback-Moment: Felix Trogisch tritt vier Wochen nach einem Muskelfaserriss mit einem komplett neuen Start an – und läuft Saisonbestleistung. Betreut von Boyke Seemann, inspiriert von Roland Gröger.Würfe: Andi Dittmar stößt in Versuch fünf 18,27 Meter – neuer Weltrekord in der M50. Olaf Schuhmann wirft den Speer über 60 Meter – Europarekord, vermutlich Weltrekord in der M50. Im Hammerwerfen der M50 belegt Deutschland die Plätze 1, 2 und 3.Sprints: Jan Paul Janas absolviert zehn Starts in wenigen Tagen – und läuft im Vorlauf über 400 Meter eine persönliche Bestleistung. Sinah Hänssler-Hug verpasst ihr Finale durch eine schlecht kommunizierte Zeitplanänderung des Veranstalters.Sprünge: Martina Meissner springt 1,45 Meter im ersten Versuch – Europameisterin. Thomas Ritte wird Europameister im Stabhochsprung acht Wochen nach einer Meniskus-OP. Barbara Gähling legt Weltrekordhöhe auf. Familie Hermann springt – Mutter Petra Hermann, Sohn Matti Hermann, Vater.Mehrkampf: Barbara Gähling stellt im Rahmen des Fünfkampfs gleich zwei Weltrekorde auf – Hochsprung und Gesamtwertung mit 4.943 Punkten und 700 Punkten Vorsprung auf Platz 2.Non-Stadia & Staffeln: 31 von 39 deutschen Staffeln auf dem Podest. 20 Medaillen aus 28 Staffelstarts. Weltrekord in der Mixed-80, zwei Europarekorde. Katja Hoschek und Dieter Tisch im Hintergrund als Staffelkoordinatoren.Außerdem: Stimmen direkt von der EM – Elisa Schöne, Jan Paul Janas und Ralf Kowitz – sowie ein Ausblick auf die Interlands in Halberstadt und die WM in Südkorea.Zum Schluss noch drei Themen in eigener Sache: die neuen Disziplin-Unterseiten auf mainathlet.de , der Live-Podcast am 25. April in Burg/Mittelhessen für den Verein Laufen fürs Leben und ein Backyard Ultra im Rhein-Main-Gebiet.Und hier gehts zum MainAthlet international Podcast.

JOIN OUR PATREON FOR JUST $5 PER MONTH: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheByeRoundPodcast On today's episode James Graham is joined by former NRL player turned podcaster turned mental health advocate turned marathon runner, the legend Keegan Hipgrave. In this incredible chat the boys chat about their mutual love for running, which includes Keegan's 2026 challenge of running every major marathon in the world! Plus, Keegan opens up on his work in the podcast and mental health space! NordVPN Special Offer: https://nordvpn.com/jamesgraham Enquire About Our Studio: https://thebyeround.com/pages/contact Email: thebyeround@gmail.com Ladbrokes: https://www.ladbrokes.com.au/ Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.com/au/ Follow The Bye Round On:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebyeround/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebyeround?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebyeround 0:00 Running The 7 Major Marathons 7:35 Jimmy’s Running Journey 17:01 Backyard Ultra 23:01 Advocating For Men’s Mental Health 39:08 Dealing With Mental Health As Athletes 58:35 Being Open & Vulnerable 1:03:16 Keegan’s Podcast 1:06:49 The Mary Fowler Episode 1:14:43 Keegan’s Exit From The NRLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this edition of Long Run Archives, Finn Melanson is joined by Brett Hornig and Jeff Colt for a wide-ranging conversation about some of the biggest debates circulating in trail and ultrarunning right now.We begin with a viral moment from the sport: Charlie Lawrence being called out to run a backyard ultra. Could a 100K record holder actually threaten the backyard ultra world record, or is the discipline too specialized for that kind of crossover? The group discusses what determines success in the backyard format and why the event continues to fascinate runners across disciplines.Next, we explore a provocative question making the rounds online: are elite trail runners boring? Are influencers better storytellers than professional athletes, or is that narrative missing the point? Along the way we discuss historical tensions between performance and storytelling in the sport and what audiences actually respond to.In the second half of the episode, we unpack two recent race controversies:• Ultra Trail Snowdonia's major course change after registration opened• The possibility that the historic JFK 50 Mile could move from its traditional course due to funding disputesWhat responsibility do race organizers have when circumstances force major changes after runners have already committed?Finally, we play a round of Overreaction / Underreaction, reacting to statements like:• Molly Seidel is already a Western States podium contender• Jen Lichter could enter the top echelon of the sport with a Western States win• Crowdfunded prize purses may surpass traditional race payouts• Kilian Jornet could still win both Western States and UTMB in the same seasonPartners:Precision Fuel and Hydration - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout for 15% off your next orderNorda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever madeRaide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains Janji - premium trail running apparelKodiak Cakes - my favorite oatmeal and pancakes Momentous - use code SINGLETRACK for up to 35% off your first order Support the show

Backyard ultras are one of the most brutal formats in endurance sports: 4.2 miles every hour… until only one runner is left standing.And today's guest is the best in the world at it.Phil Gore is the 2025 Big's Backyard Ultra World Champion, running 764km over nearly five days to outlast the best endurance athletes on the planet. Earlier that same year, he set the Backyard Ultra world record with 119 laps at Dead Cow Gully. But what makes Phil so fascinating isn't just the distance he runs — it's the strategy, mental resilience, and precision behind it all.In this episode, Phil breaks down:• How he plans sleep in races that last 4–5 days• The fueling strategy that keeps him moving for 100+ hours• Why he doesn't take caffeine until day three• The mental framework that allows him to keep going when others stop• How his job as a career firefighter helped build the resilience needed for backyard ultrasIf you've ever wondered what it takes to push the absolute limits of human endurance, this episode will completely change how you think about ultrarunning.SHOW LINKS:Register for our race, The Desert Peak Ultra 100K + 50K at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠desertpeakultra.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Book a free call here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!Follow Joe on IG:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Caraway's non-toxic cookware to optimize your health and train stronger and get 10% off your order by going to ⁠⁠⁠carawayhome.com/everydayultra⁠⁠⁠Try Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠going to the link here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 20% off TrainingPeaks premium to track and analyze your training date by using the code EVERYDAYULTRA at this link here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4qJDETM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠playonrelief.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bearbuttwipes.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Janji.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Create running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠footpathapp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Follow Phil on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phil.gore.ultrarunner/?hl=en

Backyard ultras are one of the most mentally demanding challenges in endurance sports—no finish line, no set distance, just one more loop every hour until only one runner remains.In this episode, Joe talks with Everyday Ultra coach Carolyn Yoder about what it truly takes to succeed in the backyard format. Carolyn shares her journey from weight loss and beginner running to completing 100-mile efforts, coaching backyard athletes, and helping runners unlock performances they didn't think were possible.We dive into:• The psychology of endless racing• Training approaches when the distance is unknown• Nutrition, hydration, and sleep strategies that actually work• How to structure training with a busy life and family• The power of confidence and doing hard thingsIf you want to go farther—physically and mentally—this conversation is for you.SHOW LINKS:Register for our race, The Desert Peak Ultra 100K + 50K at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠desertpeakultra.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to work with Coach Carolyn to crush your ultramarathon goals? Book a free consultation call with her here to see if we're a good fit for you!Want to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Book a free call here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!Follow Joe on IG:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try Caraway's non-toxic cookware to optimize your health and train stronger and get 10% off your order by going to carawayhome.com/everydayultraTry Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠going to the link here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comGet 20% off TrainingPeaks premium to track and analyze your training date by using the code EVERYDAYULTRA at this link here: https://bit.ly/4qJDETMTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠playonrelief.com⁠⁠Try Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at bearbuttwipes.comTry Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at Janji.com

What if you didn't start running until later in life — and still became one of the best ultrarunners in the world?In this episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast, I sit down with Megan Eckert, one of the most consistent and resilient athletes in ultrarunning today.Megan was voted 3rd overall in the 2025 World Ultrarunner of the Year rankings, became the first woman in history to run over 600 miles in a six-day race, finished 2nd at Badwater 135, and went 383+ miles at Big's Backyard Ultra — all after starting running at age 29.We talk about what it actually takes to endure at the highest level — mentally, emotionally, and physically — and why fun, focus, and simplicity might matter more than most training plans.In this episode, we dive into:• How Megan went from fearing her first race to thriving in multi-day ultras• Why focus — not motivation — is the real mental toughness skill• How to approach massive races like Cocodona 250 without overcomplicating training• What backyard ultras and fixed-time events teach you about yourself• Why making training fun is a performance enhancer (not a distraction)• The mindset shift that helps athletes push through pain without breaking• How she recovers between massive races — including an underrated recovery tool• Why finding your people in the sport can change everythingWhether you're training for your first ultra or chasing your biggest endurance goal yet, this conversation is packed with perspective, wisdom, and reminders of why we run in the first place.

If you've ever wanted to understand how Lazarus Lake thinks, not just the Barkley Marathons legend, but the man behind every race he's ever designed, this is the episode you've been waiting for.Josh spent a day at Laz's home in Tennessee walking the trails of Big's Backyard Ultra and talking through his entire race catalog: Big's and Little's Backyard, the Barkley Marathons, the Fall Classic, Race for the Ages, the Idiot's Run, and more. What came out of it is a portrait of someone who believes that if no one can fail, no one can truly succeed.For ultra runners who follow the sport deeply and want to understand the mind that built it.Presented by Kiprun.With support from Like the Wind Magazine + Hyperlyte Liquid Performance.----Listen to Scene Two with Laz (the Last Rebel of Ultra Running) on Spotify or Apple or watch on YouTubeFor behind the scenes and uncut content from this interview, go to our Patreon.----Borderlands.cc | Podcast NetworkSign up: analog*Borderlands [new]letterWylder is now available on iOS + Android.Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races | 30 May 2026

The Mount Ascutney Vertical Backyard Ultra is a last person standing style race in which participants climb 1209 feet of vertical every hour (with 2.25 miles) until there is only one person left standing. 24 hours is equal to the elevation of Mount Everest, but this race went far beyond that. In this episode, we talk with finisher Conor Brown and assister Bill Tidd who ran over 200 miles and over 100,000 feet of vertical in 90 and 89 hours. We are joined by race directors Eli Burakian and Justin Chapman of Northeast Trail Adventures to break down the race.SPONSORS!​Infinit Nutrition: Use code FROMTHEBACKCOUNTRY at infinitnutrition.us for 15% off your entire order​Burgeon Outdoor: Check out Burgeon's incredible and locally made hiking apparel in Lincoln NH or at burgeonoutdoor.com, and let them know we sent you!!​Janji: Use code FROMTHEBACKCOUNTRY at janji.com for 10% off your entire order and let them know we sent you at checkout!

What happens after you run for five straight days — 466 miles, 111 hours, two broken ribs, a torn hamstring… and then go right back to teaching high-school civics on Monday?In this rare, intimate conversation, ultrarunner Harvey Lewis shares a front-row look into his healing journey after Big Dog's Backyard Ultra — widely considered one of the toughest and strangest endurance races in the world.This is not just a running episode. It's about recovery, identity, and the small, consistent choices that help everyday people rebuild and age with strength.Harvey opens up about:How he cracked his ribs and tore his hamstring on Day 5Why he kept going for 12 more hours after the injuryThe exact recovery tools he used (sleep, sauna, red light, ART therapy, movement)How he distinguishes “trying harder” from “trying smarter”Why purpose (his Haiti fundraiser) kept him movingThe mindset shifts that matter more at 49 than mileage ever didHow a human-powered commute — even on crutches — became part of his rehabThe real meaning of resilience, especially after setbacksThis episode is shorter than usual as Harvey had to get back to class — but we hope to bring him back for Part Two.And a personal note: We just crossed 100 consecutive weekly episodes of Ageless Athlete. Thank you for being here, for listening, and for making this community possible.Timestamps00:00 — Breakfast, the run commute, and showing up to school 03:00 — How the injuries happened during Big's 07:00 — The surprising pace of his healing 10:00 — What “trying harder” actually means in recovery 13:00 — The role of sauna, red light, ART therapy, and sleep 17:00 — Why nutrition matters more than protein myths 22:00 — Motion as medicine: walking, cycling, gentle running 26:00 — The Backyard Ultra: explained in simple terms 33:00 — Mindset in hour 80–100: hallucinations, purpose, micro-rest 40:00 — Running for David in Haiti 45:00 — Veganism, misinformation, and fueling as an ageless athlete 51:00 — Harvey signs off to rush back to classReferences & LinksBig Dog's Backyard Ultra — Race format & rules https://backyardultra.comHarvey Lewis Instagram https://instagram.com/harveylewisultrarunner---

Brett Hornig and Jeff Colt return to the show to discuss the advent of the "Vertical" Backyard Ultra and recap the results at Ultra Trail Cape Town and the JFK 50, which took place this past weekend.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Momentous - use code SINGLETRACK for up to 35% off your first order (https://livemomentous.com/) deltaG Ketones - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website to get 20% off your next order (https://partners.deltagketones.com/SINGLETRACK20)Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website (bit.ly/3JVNIbL) 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.Additional Links:Mount Ascutney Vertical Backyard, CalibreFollow Jeff on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and CoachingFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Bubba's Backyard Ultra is a last person standing style race held each year in Center Conway, NH by Run The Whites. In this race participants must finish a 3.5 mile loop once per hour, and the last runner standing wins. This year saw more competition than ever before with 7 people going over 42 hours. In this episode Will interviews Lukas Janulaitis and Aaron Copeland, the 1st and 2nd place runners. Enjoy!SPONSORS!​Infinit Nutrition: Use code FROMTHEBACKCOUNTRY at infinitnutrition.us for 15% off your entire order​Burgeon Outdoor: Check out Burgeon's incredible and locally made hiking apparel in Lincoln NH or at burgeonoutdoor.com, and let them know we sent you!!​Janji: Use code FROMTHEBACKCOUNTRY at janji.com for 10% off your entire order and let them know we sent you at checkout!

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Bubba's Backyard Ultra is a last person standing style race held each year in Center Conway, NH by Run The Whites. In this race participants must finish a 3.5 mile loop once per hour, and the last runner standing wins. This year saw more competition than ever before with 7 people going over 42 hours. In this episode Will interviews Katie Melsky and Erica Notini, the 3rd and 4th place runners and the top women in the race. Enjoy!SPONSORS!​Infinit Nutrition: Use code FROMTHEBACKCOUNTRY at infinitnutrition.us for 15% off your entire order​Burgeon Outdoor: Check out Burgeon's incredible and locally made hiking apparel in Lincoln NH or at burgeonoutdoor.com, and let them know we sent you!!​Janji: Use code FROMTHEBACKCOUNTRY at janji.com for 10% off your entire order and let them know we sent you at checkout!