Podcasts about Badwater

This week on Weathering The Run, we welcome Bob Becker—ultrarunner, race director, and all-around inspiration. Bob recently made history as the oldest official finisher of the Badwater 135, crossing the world's toughest ultramarathon at age 80, earning him a new age category and a place in Badwater lore.Beyond his Badwater feat, Bob wears many hats:-Race Director of iconic ultramarathons:The Keys 100 — a 100-mile point-to-point from Key Largo to Key WestThe Daytona 100 — a coastal 100-mile race along Florida's ocean roads-Holder of age-group and race records, such as 167.5 miles in a 48-hour fixed-time eventIn our conversation, Bob shares:-What it takes to finish Badwater at 80—including training strategies, mental grit, and his steadfast crew.-His insights on organizing and directing challenging ultramarathons.-Wisdom on what age—and experience—bring to running—and never letting go of the goal.

Pushing past your limits, living intentionally, and staying fuelled for the long run. In this episode, I'm joined by Joe Gagnon — CEO, ultra-endurance athlete, high-performance coach, and author of Living Intentionally. Joe is driven by a simple mission: helping people realize they are capable of far more than they believe is possible. Over the years, he has led six companies as CEO, coached top performers, and pushed himself to physical and mental extremes—completing six Ironman races, running 100-mile ultramarathons, finishing Six marathons on Six continents in Six days, and completing the legendary Badwater 135 ultramarathon through Death Valley. As CEO of Raynmaker, he leads the development of an AI-powered sales platform designed to help small businesses grow smarter and faster. As a high-performance coach, he partners with bold, ambitious leaders to break through their self-imposed limits and lead lives filled with purpose and greater impact. Joe's life and his second book, Living Intentionally, are rooted in the belief that growth happens at the edge. It's in the uncomfortable, uncertain, and transformational moments that we find out who we truly are. The principles of grit, grace, and groundedness guide every step he takes. We dive into Joe's plant-based endurance journey, his mindset for success, and why proper hydration and electrolytes are essential for anyone tackling extreme endurance races. Learn more about Joe and Living Intentionally at thehighperformancelife.net and on Instagram at @thehighperformancelife  ________________________________________________________________ If you're looking for 100% vegan supplements, check out my online supplement store — everything is carefully curated, ships anywhere in Canada, and is always 10% off for everyone, all the time.  Need support with plant-based nutrition? I offer private consultations to help you build a balanced, sustainable approach. Check out synergynutrition.ca for details.  Check out the Vegan Boss apparel line to spread the vegan message wherever you go — everything is on the website and @veganbossapparel on Instagram.

Send us a textThis conversation is with Joe Gagnon - endurance athlete, six-time CEO, and author of Living Intentionally. Joe has completed over 90 marathons and ultras, six Ironman triathlons, and recently finished the grueling Badwater 135. In this episode, we explore what it means to show up with purpose, the role of discomfort in growth, and how small, daily actions shape who we become. Joe shares lessons from his book, his extreme endurance challenges, and his mindset for building a life of grit, grace, and groundedness.We discuss: Joe's experience running Badwater 135 His wake up call to start living his life more intentionally Changing his life one small habit at a time Transitioning to a plant-based diet The importance of having a strong why The five pillars of health - do something for each one intentionally each day Embracing discomfort Potatoes as an endurance event superfood Grit, grace, and groundedness Why having a mindfulness practice is of value His approach to goal setting Get the book - out now! Living Intentionally: How intentionality enables success, fulfillment, and growthConnect:Email Joe directly: jgagnon232@gmail.com Joe's website: https://thehighperformancelife.net/ Substack: @joecurious  Instagram: @thehighperformancelifeYouTube: @josephgagnon The Chasing Tomorrow Podcast  Shop Nella, The Performance Probiotic: Use code CASS10 at checkout. Audio editing and processing by Wyatt Pavlik Theme music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay *Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider.*

"Bold Faith, Bad Water, & Brutal Bears"

"Bold Faith, Bad Water, & Brutal Bears"

Episode 2678 - Vinnie Tortorich welcomes ultrarunner Laura Watts and discusses ordinary people trying extraordinary things, like running ultramarathons and Badwater. https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/08/trying-extraordinary-things-laura-watts-episode-2678 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS   YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Trying Extraordinary Things Laura is an Ultra athlete. (2:00) People think they can't relate to Ultra athletes, but athletes such as Mike McKnight started out obese. Ultra athletes like Laura are ordinary people trying extraordinary things. (3:15) They swap stories of how they met their spouses. Vinnie describes how he eased into ultra-cycling. (13:00) Laura shares how she fits in her Ultra training and how she even got into marathons and Ultras. (21:30) Athletics have come a long way, especially with women's advancement. (28:00) Badwater is one of the most grueling races on the planet. (32:00) Despite its difficulty, Laura loved the challenge and experience of it! She has participated for 4 years in a row. Vinnie shares how he transitioned from high-carb to low-carb during races. (39:00) Laura went through testing for training that required analyzing her core temperature. (48:00) She lives in the U.K., where temperatures rarely get above 80 degrees. The testing helps analyze her hydration and electrolytes. (52:00) Vinnie advocates for a high-fat approach to diet to maintain energy. (55:00) They agree that the high protein is great. Lone Pine has limited restaurant options; however, they share what they eat to fuel up there. Laura shares what her next race challenges will be. (1:09:00) Bob Becker is the oldest runner–at 80 years old–to finish Badwater. (1:13:00) If you are interested in the NSNG® VIP group, Vinnie plans to open it again soon! You can get on the wait list - More News Don't forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days of Our Lives on the Peacock channel.  “Dirty Keto” is available on Amazon! You can purchase or rent it . Make sure you watch, rate, and review it! Eat Happy Italian, Anna's next cookbook, is available!  You can go to  You can order it from .  Anna's recipes are in her cookbooks, website, and Substack–they will spice up your day!  Don't forget you can invest in Anna's Eat Happy Kitchen through StartEngine.  Details are at Eat Happy Kitchen.    PURCHASE  DIRTY KETO (2024) The documentary launched in August 2024! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's fourth documentary in just over five years. Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere:  Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. Additionally, the more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere:  REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere:  FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: 

Send us a textBrian Watson was in New York City in 2018 and noticed hundreds of thousands of people crowding the streets and asked what was going on. A friend told him it was the NYC Marathon, a foreign concept to a guy living in a 300-pound body. He calmly told those around him that he would run it the next year. While that might sound daffy to some, those that knew Brian knew to take him at his word. Before you knew it, Brian had dropped a third of his weight, had finished New York, and was moving up to ultramarathons. Beginning in 2021, he completed in successive years the Arkansas Traveler 100, the Leadville Trail 100, and the Javelina Jundred. Then he jumped up to 200s and up, and discovered he actually placed better as the race got longer, finishing the Moab 240 and the Arizona Monster 300 in the top half of the fields. When I met Brian in Leadville, he was only a few days removed from having completed Badwater 135, the so-called World's Toughest Ultramarathon in Death Valley, in 45:04:16. Transforming into an ultramarathoner is only part of his story. He owns a chain of pizza restaurants in Texas and Oklahoma and is partner in a real estate company, among his business ventures. Through all of this, he has gained amazing insights, many of which he shares in this chat. You will learn a ton about ultramarathoning and some iconic races in this episode, but also about so many of the lessons one learns doing these races that strongly apply to anyone's daily life, including overcoming the hurdles we all face, and about the mental battles that derail our success. Brian has a matter-of-fact, no-nonsense approach to racing, like pushing through mid-race stress fractures and weather issues, but that through good planning and determination when things go south, reaching the finish line becomes a foregone conclusion, as it is with anything else he puts his mind to.Brian Watson Strava Brian WatsonBill Stahlsilly_billy@msn.comFacebook Bill StahlInstagram and Threads @stahlor and @we_are_superman_podcastYouTube We Are Superman PodcastSubscribe to the We Are Superman Newsletter!https://mailchi.mp/dab62cfc01f8/newsletter-signupSubscribe 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 @billstahl8

Send us a textIn this episode we talk with ultrarunner Adam Kimble about:We explore Adam Kimble's epic performance at Badwater 135—one of the world's toughest ultramarathons.Gain insights into his heat acclimatization, race-day nutrition, and mental strategies for peak performance.Crew love: the difficulties and importance of a crew during an ultraAdam Kimble is a professional ultrarunner, race director, motivational speaker and running coach from Truckee, CA. In 2016, Adam ran 2,500 miles over the course of 60 days to cross the USA on foot. Subsequently, in November of 2016, he successfully completed a 60-day journey alone in the wilderness of South America to become winner of Discovery Channel's survivalist show, The Wheel. Following that adventure, Adam set two prominent Fastest Known Times (FKTs): in 2017 he became part of the first duo to ever run self-supported on foot across Great Britain (Scotland, England and Wales) while summiting the highest peak in each country along the way; and in 2020, he set the supported FKT on the Tahoe Rim Trail—a 171-mile circumnavigation of Lake Tahoe.  Most recently in 2025, Adam finished 4th overall and ran one of the Top-10 fastest times ever at the historic Badwater 135.  Adam's life mission is to push himself past his perceived limits and achieve the impossible. His calling is to share what he has learned and help others grow in their journey so as to push through the ceiling and achieve their own 'impossible'.Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment.Connect w/ Adam: IG: www.instagram.com/adamkimble818/Web: adamkimble.com/Mentioned:Listen to NR Episode #81 with Adam Kimble: nutritional-revolution.com/podcasts/ultrarunner-and-coach-adam-kimble/hDrop Sweat Testing: https://hdroptech.com/ref/83/Maurten Gels on The Feed: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolutionPrecision Hydration Electrolyte Capsules: https://amzn.to/3H1AitGNeverSecond Drink Mix: https://amzn.to/4kZWthGLiquid IV: https://amzn.to/3U3kedHIce Bandana: https://amzn.to/4moCZ7HArm Sleeves: https://amzn.to/40DVDA2Run Gum: https://amzn.to/4flD4XqMORE NR New customers save 10% off all products on our website with the code NEWPOD10 If you would like to work with our practitioners, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/work-with-us/ Save 20% on all supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off right away with an additional $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

Join Scott W. Kummer, guest host Jada Freer and 4 participants from the 2025 Badwater 135, Shae Merritt Barry Thrune, Mindy Gail Hyatt and Jeff Bigrue. Learn about their preparations, travel, suprises, expectations, lessons learned and more! a really nice primer for all things Badwater from everyday people who had different stories and experiences.   Check out Shae's show WTF here: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../wheres-the.../id1731931610   Read Shae's Blog here: https://www.shaebay.com/shaeruns/my-badwater-135-dnf...   This episode wouldn't be possible without the sponsorship of UCAN. ( www.ucan.co )Order some products here at 20% off with the code TENJUNKMILES   Check out the limited edition Badwater shoes at Mount to Coast. Use this link for 10% off: https://mounttocoast.com/discount/TJM   Sign up for Ten Junk Miles races here: https://www.tenjunkmilesracing.com   Join the Official Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1057521258604634   Support the show via Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Twitter: https://twitter.com/tenjunkmiles   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenjunkmiles/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TenJunkMiles/

Kia ora e te whānau. This week, we've got another special edition of the AidStation for you. Ali and Andrew caught up with Australian endurance legend Maree Connor to talk about her amazing ultramarathon career. From the iconic Spartathlon to the punishment of Badwater 135 to the World 24-Hour Championships, Maree has conquered some of the most incredible races in our sport. We couldn't wait to bring you this conversation, so we're putting it out as an AidStation special for you good people!Dirt Church Radio – Best Enjoyed Running.

Host Scotty Sandow sits down with Bob Becker. As a race director and ultrarunner, Becker recently became the oldest finisher of Badwater 135 at age 80. But this isn't the first time Becker has crossed the finish line of a major ultramarathon. As a pillar in the ultrarunning community, Becker talks more about his finish at Badwater, his ultrarunning career and what he has in store for the future. Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax

Mount to Coast is quickly establishing its place in the sport of ultra running!  They have been in the United States for over a year now and are becoming very popular.  This year in particular the company is getting more involved sponsoring races and developing more shoes to cater to the different aspects of ultra running.  They recruited and signed a team of elite athletes with character and they are doing great things.  Mount to Coast became a major sponsor of Badwater 135, and had several team members selected in the race.  They hired a highly decorated ultra-running filmmaker to make a documentary following the team and the shoes.  I got the opportunity to chat with 4 of the main characters.  Meg Eckert, Viktoria Brown, Sierra Degroff, and Kaylee Frederick.  They all earned the buckle.  Enjoy my chat with four badass ladies of ultra and proud representatives of Mount to Coast.  @_megeckert@viktoriabrownathlete@sdegroff@frederick.kayleeMount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salvescode - lubeyourfriendsPlayOn Pain Relief l Nature's Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn ReliefFood for Athletes ⚡ #1 Sports Nutrition Store for performance boosting fuel, hydration, gear and more. FREE ShippingThe Hot Box Sauna | Homecode - HOTMARTY5

Today Colin is joined by outdoor journalist Shawnté Salabert who is off of the trail and back on The Rock Fight to run through the following topics:It's been a deadly month on the trail as tragedy has hit the Sierra and the Whites. Separate from both of these incidents, Colin & Shawnté reflect on how it is sometimes hard to leave an objective behind. (14:05)Inspiration in the heat! 80 year old Bob Becker finishes Badwater. What an absolute bad ass. (29:32)Instagram commenters have weighed in on the topic of carrying a gun in the backcountry. They're pretty much what you expect. (35:46)The Parting Shot! Colin reflects on the loss of Malcom Jamal Warner while Shawnté reflects on the loss of the climate as we know it. (44:18)Thanks for listening! The Rock Fight is a production of Rock Fight, LLC. Sign up for NEWS FROM THE FRONT, Rock Fight's semi-weekly newsletter by heading to www.rockfight.co and clicking Join The Mailing List.Please follow and subscribe to The Rock Fight and give us a 5 star rating and a written review wherever you get your podcasts.Want to pick a fight with The Rock Fight? Send your feedback, questions, and comments to myrockfight@gmail.com.

Stephanie Simpson rêvait de la Badwater 135 miles depuis 18 ans. Cette année, elle a enfin été sélectionnée pour prendre le départ de cette course mythique, considérée comme la plus difficile au monde : 217 km à travers la Death Valley en Californie, en plein mois de juillet, sous une chaleur écrasante. Dans l'épisode, elle nous raconte son aventure dans les moindres détails : l'envers du décor de cette épreuve extrême, l'organisation logistique, l'équipe qui l'a accompagnée, les moments de doute, les apprentissages et l'immense satisfaction de traverser cette ligne d'arrivée. Avec beaucoup d'humilité, elle partage aussi son état d'esprit d'après-course : celui d'une athlète qui prend le temps d'atterrir, de savourer… et de réfléchir à la suite. Stephanie a touché à toutes les facettes de l'ultra : sur route, en trail, en backyard, en milieu alpin, en milieu désertique... et chacune de ces expériences a forgé la coureuse résiliente et réfléchie qu'elle est devenue. Un récit fascinant, rempli de sagesse, sur la poursuite d'un rêve qui a mis près de deux décennies à se concrétiser. Bonne écoute!CréditsDesign graphique : David HébertThème musical : Frédérick DesrochesIdée originale, production, recherche et animation : Yannick Vézina© Pas sorti du bois 2025

In this episode, Sally answers a few listener questions about balance in life/training, food on a budget, pre-race nerves, and a few others! Other Episode Highlights:114 yr old marathoner passing awayAI soccer Badwater 135 from behind the lensStrong Love, Strong, Body, Strong Mind community highlightsAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.⁠Choose Strong Book ⁠⁠Sally McRae Strength App⁠⁠Choose Strong Podcast YouTube⁠⁠Sally McRae YouTube⁠⁠Choose Strong Merch ⁠⁠Bare Performance Nutrition⁠ Code: SALLY⁠Choose Strong Strava Group⁠Want to send us mail? Here is the address if you want to say hi!6771 Warner Ave. P.O. Box 2051Huntington Beach, CA 92647Episode Sponsors:iRestore: Unlock your best skin with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on the iRestore Illumina Face Mask with code SALLY at irestore.com/SALLY #irestorepodFunction Health:⁠ functionhealth.com/sallymcrae

"The Badger 100 is the biggest race we put on. It is the crown jewel of everything that I do, and I look forward to it every year.” Scotty Kumer is an attorney, race director, podcast host of Ten Junk Miles, and quite possibly the most painstakingly average runner known to man. He is a co-founder of the Flatlander Ultrarunners in Chicagoland which has rapidly grown to over 1,100 members. In this episode, Luis chats with Scotty about baseball, tragedy at a race, his experience crewing at Badwater 135, putting on the Badger Trail Races, the Ten Junk Miles podcast, and his new podcast called I've Got That On Vinyl. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. GO SLEEVES: https://gokinesiologysleeves.com HAMMER NUTRITION show code: Roaddoghn20 Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.hammernutrition.com DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020  Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ LUNA Sandals “Whether I'm hitting the trails or just hanging out, LUNA Sandals are my favorite. They're designed by Barefoot Ted of Born to Run and made for every adventure—ultra running, hiking, or just kicking back. Its minimalist footwear that's good for your feet!” Check them out and get 15% off at lunasandals.com/allwedoisrun. Allwedoisrun.com Scotty Kumer Contact Info: Ten Junk Miles Racing/Ten Junk Miles Podcast  Email: scotty.kumer@gmail.com Ten Junk Miles Racing: https://www.tenjunkmilesracing.com Ten Junk Miles Podcast: https://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ I've Got That on Vinyl: https://sites.libsyn.com/506403 Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com  

After a tragic car accident left him with a shattered pelvis and months in a wheelchair, Pete Kostelnick wondered if his ultrarunning career was over. Two years later, he landed back on the podium at Badwater 135—running 40 minutes faster than his original winning time.In this episode, Pete shares how he rebuilt from the ground up, shifted his mindset, and returned to racing stronger than ever. We talk about his new training philosophy, how he balances high goals with low expectations, and why having fun might be the key to long-term success.If you've ever faced injury, burnout, or doubt, this episode will give you a powerful new perspective on endurance, resilience, and longevity.In this episode, you'll learn:How to bounce back mentally and physically after a major injuryWhy lowering expectations can actually lead to better resultsPete's new approach to training: less mileage, more consistencyThe mindset shift from proving others wrong to proving yourself rightHow cross-training, off-seasons, and variety can unlock peak performanceWhat it's really like to run across America (and why Australia may be next)Pete Kostelnick is an elite ultrarunner, world-record holder for the fastest run across America, and a multi-time podium finisher at Badwater 135. Known for his relentless work ethic and unmatched mental toughness, Pete has completed some of the toughest ultramarathons on Earth—often back to back.Huge thank you to Pete for coming on the show!SHOW LINKS:Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try PlayOn Pain Relief Spray 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.comTry Ketone-IQ and get 30% off your order at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ketone.com/everydayultra⁠⁠⁠Follow Pete on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petekostelnick/

Do you ever think of the Bible as a dusty book from long ago? One that's filled with stories that are just ancient history and have nothing to do with you or your life? Discover how the Bible still speaks today through the incredible figures from long ago, Elijah and Elisha. It's not just ancient history!Thanks for listening to the Christ Church Mequon Podcast. Find your next step and let us know how we can be praying for you at ChristChurchMequon.LIFE/Podcast. Hit that subscribe button and, until next week, God bless.

In this episode, Coach Loretta and Coach Lindsay catch up on summer adventures and racing highlights. Coach Loretta shares stories from her vanlife travels out west—exploring new places, logging trail miles, and staying prepared just in case wild animals showed up (spoiler: they didn't, but she was ready!). We dive into tips for running in the heat, how to prep for wild encounters, weather, elevation and reflect on some epic recent races like Badwater and Hardrock.

Join Scotty and Vermont 100 RD and Ultrarunner Amy Rusiecki for a long run in which they discuss the sport, the Vermont 100, race directing, changes in RD'ing over the years, adaptive athletes and ways to accomodate them in races, her life, and much much more!! Support Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sport here: https://www.vermontadaptive.org Learn about Vermont 100 here: https://vermont100.com This episode wouldn't be possible without the sponsorship of UCAN.  ( www.ucan.co )Order some products here at 20% off with the code TENJUNKMILES Check out the limited edition Badwater shoes at Mount to Coast.  Use this link for 10% off: https://mounttocoast.com/discount/TJM Sign up for Ten Junk Miles races here: https://www.tenjunkmilesracing.com   Join the Official Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1057521258604634   Support the show via Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Twitter: https://twitter.com/tenjunkmiles   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenjunkmiles/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TenJunkMiles/  

Author and endurance expert Alex Hutchinson discusses the mental side of running, the power of exploration, and what it really means to train smart. From controlling our inner dialog to embracing discomfort, we dive into practical tips to become a stronger, more resilient athlete.    Thanks to Function Health for sponsoring this video! Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS and use gift code FLORIS100. The first 1000 users to use my code get a $100 credit towards their membership!   Learn more about the Personal Best Running Coaching Program at https://www.pbprogram.com/   Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6iQZ_CnjYnU     CHAPTERS: 0:00 – Meet journalist and author Alex Hutchinson 0:54 – Introduction: Mind over body, embracing discomfort 1:26 – Function Health Sponsorship 2:43 – Badwater 135 marathon experience 4:15 – Fear of unknown and growth 6:32 – Set bold but realistic goals 10:15 – When training feels repetitive 15:33 – Trail running and unpredictability 21:53 – Endurance misconceptions for runners 24:47 – Zone 4/5 leads to burnout 27:17 – High-intensity training and marathon prep 31:20 – Mental strategies for tough efforts 35:14 – Challenges of starting Zone 2 38:12 – How to explore without risk 42:44 – From skateboarding to running adventures 46:37 – Unique races and trail conference insights 50:38 – Involving friends or kids in outdoor adventure 53:48 – Advice to Alex's younger self 58:09 – Preparation vs. discovery in running 1:01:26 – Where to find Alex 1:02:39 –How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete 1:03:33 – Top travel recommendation for your running adventure     FIND ALEX HUTCHINSON:  ► Website: https://www.alexhutchinson.net/  ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweat_science /  ► Thread: https://www.threads.com/@sweat_science  ► X: https://x.com/sweatscience/  ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sweatscience  ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-hutchinson-048a79a/      LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► Function Health: https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS  ► Books by Alex Hutchinson: https://www.alexhutchinson.net/  ► Explorer's Gene Book: https://amzn.to/3TN5PCq  ► Endure Book: https://amzn.to/44YpLaF  ► Which comes first, cardio or weights book: https://amzn.to/3UgBPyP      YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Our Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/  ► Free Weekly Running Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785  ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman  ► Extramilest: https://extramilest.com/  ► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com/flo ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/    Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.” Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.     ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.     More info about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com.      SUBSCRIBE and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!Join us in this heartwarming and motivational episode featuring Rebecca, famously known as the Dancing Donut Queen!She opens up about her incredible journey from struggling with weight loss and hating running, to becoming an ultra-marathoner and a celebrated Fresh Junkie ambassador.From her humorous and candid revelations about fueling on gummy bears to her powerful mantra, 'Just keep going,' Rebecca's story is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of community and running.Get ready for laughter, tears, and lots of inspiration as we dive into her past struggles, her favorite races, and her future goals, including the epic Badwater 135.Don't miss this episode packed with dance-offs, donuts, and pure determination!Rebecca Nicole Butler - https://www.facebook.com/rebecca.butler.7370Races MentionedTiger 10kBattleship 12kLouisiana MarathonChildren of the CaneBad Water 135Shout OutsFresh Junkie RacingJulieDanny HuynhWalker HigginsGabby LoubiereSupport the showFor more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherSteve TaylorMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkAnna SzymanskiDave McDonaldKarla McInnisJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseCristy EvansSharonda ShulaNell GustavsonMeredith NationsAllyson SwannChris Strayhorn

Badwater 135 is one of the toughest ultramarathons in the world. The race is a 135 mile footrace through Death Valley, California, where temperatures have gone up to 130+ degrees at times. There is no shade on the course, it's extremely hot, and tests even the strongest of runners.I was out at Badwater this year crewing and pacing, and I learned so many things from seeing the runners take on the course.Some things we discuss on this podcast:How to run better in the heatHow to prepare for hot races (even if you live somewhere cool)How to stay mentally strong, even when it gets toughWhy you shouldn't worry about your ageHow to get adapted to the heatThe one thing you can do to instantly improve your ultramarathon timesAnd much more!Thank you so much for listening!SHOW NOTES:Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Try PlayOn Pain Relief Spray 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.comTry Ketone-IQ and get 30% off your order at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ketone.com/everydayultra⁠⁠Follow Matthew on IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mattjohnson__/

Esta semana en Territorio Trail Iván Penalba resume su participación en la Badwater 135. Realizamos con Gerard Morales, participante en la Vuelta al Aneto, Lluis Ruiz que afrontará el Gran Trail y Lucas Aísa, que tomará la salida en el maratón, la previa del Gran Trail Tangoworld Aneto Posets. Una emisión en la que Alex Urbina comparte sus sensaciones tras el Trail Verbier St Bernard by UTMB y el avance de su preparación para el Tor des Gèants.

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Esta semana en Territorio Trail Iván Penalba resume su participación en la Badwater 135. Realizamos con Gerard Morales, participante en la Vuelta al Aneto, Lluis Ruiz que afrontará el Gran Trail y Lucas Aísa, que tomará la salida en el maratón, la previa del Gran Trail Tangoworld Aneto Posets. Una emisión en la que Alex Urbina comparte sus sensaciones tras el Trail Verbier St Bernard by UTMB y el avance de su preparación para el Tor des Gèants.

Learn about Badwater and track the race here: https://www.badwater.com/event/badwater-135/ Follow Chicago Athlete here: https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoAthlete https://www.instagram.com/chicagoathlete/ https://twitter.com/ChicagoAthlete Follow Ten Junk Miles Here: Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles Twitter: https://twitter.com/tenjunkmiles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenjunkmiles/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TenJunkMiles/

Become a Distance to Empty subscriber!: https://www.patreon.com/DistancetoEmptyPodWant to support us? Use code DISTANCE at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Janji.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and be sure to select 'podcast' > 'Distance to Empty' on the post purchase "How did you hear about Janji" page. Thank you!In this episode of the Distance to Empty podcast, hosts Kevin Goldberg and Peter Noyes dive into Peter's recent experience at the Badwater 135, known as the world's toughest foot race. From the scorching heat of Death Valley to the grueling climb to Whitney Portal, Peter shares his journey, the challenges faced, and the crucial role of his dedicated crew. Tune in for in-the-field audio, insights on race logistics, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to conquer this legendary ultra-marathon.

The Badwater ultramarathon is a 135-mile run through Death Valley..with temperatures averaging 116 degrees!! STORY: https://www.wdjx.com/80-year-old-man-completes-worlds-toughest-foot-race/

Denver dinosaur museum makes a find deep under its own parking lot, 80-year old Florida man becomes the oldest competitor to complete the Badwater ultramarathon that features the brutal conditions in Death Valley, Mountain Lion reported in Rochester, NY and thank goodness we have an eyewitness named Curtis Jones...

This week on the Run the Riot Podcast, we're joined by ultrarunner and ultrarunning coach Jackson Wolf, fresh off the legendary Badwater 135. We catch up with Jackson as he bounces between major ultras, pacing gigs, and planning his next adventures, including new races with Rougarou Running. Jackson shares: • A raw recap of his 2024 Badwater 135 experience • Thoughts on struggling with sleep deprivation at Badwater, despite success at races like Cocodona 250 and Oregon 200 • His unique approach to training: racing as training vs traditional long runs • Valuable lessons in mental toughness, race problem-solving, and how stoic philosophy transformed his racing mindset • Transitioning from triathlete to elite ultrarunner • Planning new ultra events in Mississippi and Louisiana, including a Last Person Standing race • Balancing elite-level running with life as a coach, traveler, and even professional gambler This episode is packed with insights on mindset, resilience, race strategy, and learning to thrive in the chaos of ultra racing. Whether you're an experienced ultrarunner or just breaking into long distances, Jackson's perspective will resonate. Connect with Jackson Wolf & Rougarou Running • Website: https://rougarourunning.com/ (Coming soon) • Instagram: @jackson_wo1f • Instagram: @rougarourunning More show notes: http://www.theriot.run/jacksonw

Join Scotty and Brittany Peterson, elite ultrarunner and former F2 at Western States.  We discuss Brittany's life in running, obstacles, injuries, lessons learned, and much much more.  They talk about the mental aspects of training and competing as well as challenges and identity while overcoming injury. Learn more about Brittany, her coaching and adventures here: https://www.brittanypetersonruns.com/about Check out the limited edition Badwater shoes at Mount to Coast.  Use this link for 10% off: https://mounttocoast.com/discount/TJM Sign up for Ten Junk Miles races here: https://www.tenjunkmilesracing.com   Join the Official Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1057521258604634   Support the show via Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Twitter: https://twitter.com/tenjunkmiles   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenjunkmiles/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TenJunkMiles/  

On this episode of The Project Endure Podcast, Joe Rinaldi sits down with Dean Karnazes to talk about leading a curious life, the loss of a sibling and the associated pain, seeing running as a vehicle for personal growth (it holds a mirror up to us), winning the world's toughest race (Badwater), the courage it takes to make a change, the power in focusing only on the next step, wisdom from greek philosophers, thinking being the problem, celebrating misery, embracing the suck and so much more. Give this episode a listen as we dive deep into Dean's life and learn about what persistence, perspective and endurance mean to him.   If you found value in this episode and would like to help us grow, please leave the podcast a review on your platform of choice and share it with a friend(s). We appreciate your support!   Follow Dean (here)   Follow Project Endure (here) Project Endure Coaching (here) Join The Hard Things Club (here) Shop Project Endure (here)   Follow Joe (here) Read Joe's Blog (here)

The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.Join the Newsletter at: ⁠MidPack Musings SubStack⁠⁠Support the MidPacker Pod on ⁠Patreon⁠.⁠Check Out MPP Merch 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 PageSTOKED TO PARTNER WITH  JANJI HYPERLYTE LIQUID PERFORMANCEBEAR BUTT WIPES USE PROMO CODE MIDPACER FOR A SWEET DISCOUNT“Collecting samples on the trail means your miles are contributing to conservation.”On this episode Adam Kimble joins Troy Meadows on the MidPacker Pod to share a story bursting with grit, adventure, and giving back with a cool initiative to help the Adventure Scientists California Biodiversity Project.Adventure Scientists California Biodiversity Project.adventurescientists.org/adam-kimbleAdam's HighlightsFrom road marathons to ultrarunning stardom: Adam's journey began with that drenched 50 K in 2014 and evolved into FKTs on the Tahoe Rim Trail and a self-supported coast-to-coast run across the U.S.Up Coming Races: Gearing up for Badwater 135 in July and Cocodona 250 in May.Life beyond miles: Coaching, race directing, motivational speaking, family man, and ardent advocate for community inclusion.Motivational TakeawaysPush your perceived limits: Adam's mantra—he's always chasing what his body and mind can do next.Balance through priorities: Reveals how he stays centered as a pro athlete, dad to two young kids, and pillar of his trail community.Adventure as purpose: Travels with his family, steered by curiosity and shared exploration. Community & ConservationRace director and coach: Deeply involved with Donner Party Mountain Runners and official pacer for the California International Marathon since 2019.Adventure Scientists California Biodiversity Project: Adam is empowering trail runners, hikers, and bikers to gather soil and insect data statewide. Participants can join teams, compete, and contribute real-world science.  Adam's Links IG:@adamkimble818FB:@AdamKimbleUltrarunner Website: https://adamkimble.com/media/about/Adventure Scientists LinksIG:@adventurescientists FB:@adventurescientists LI:@adventurescientists Partner Links: Janji - Janji.comA big shoutout to our sponsor, Janji! Their running apparel is designed for everyday exploration, and 2% of sales support clean water initiatives worldwide. Plus, with a five-year guarantee, you know it's gear you can trust. Check them out at janji.com.Use the code MIDPACKER for 10% off your order.Hyerlyte Liquid Performance - https://www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comMade by the ultra-endurance athlete, for the ultra-endurance athlete.H001 is a new hydration mix that has the carbs and sodium your body needs for high-output adventures in a single serving.Check them out at hyperlyteliquidperformance.comUse the code MIDPACKER for 10% off your individual order and 10% off your first subscription order.Bear Butt Wipes - Bearbuttwipes.comPortable individually wrapped wipes for when nature calls and a DNF is not an option. Bear Butt Wipes: Stay wild. Stay clean.Check them out at Bearbuttwipes.comUse the code MIDPACKER for 10% off your order.⁠Run Trail Life⁠ - https://runtraillife.com/Find Official MPP Merch on RTL!!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.ultrarunning, trailrunning, running, Badwater135, Cocodona250, Tahoe Rim Trail, FKTs, family‑balance, trail community, biodiversity, citizen science, Adventure Scientists

Pamela Chapman Markle completed the Keys 100 this year for her 10th time!  10 Keys 100 finishes!  Crazy!  This race is not easy.  Pam is 69 years young.  She's also on her way to Death Valley to go for her 7th Badwater finish.  She's also completed 50+ more ultras and they were mostly 100's.  Inspiring, amazing, you pick the adjective!  I hope enjoy hearing her humbly share her story as much as me.  Please share!Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring SalvesPlayOn Pain Relief l Nature's Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn ReliefMount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.Food for Athletes ⚡ #1 Sports Nutrition Store for performance boosting fuel, hydration, gear and more. FREE Shipping(8) Pacer Travel - YouTube

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Esta semana en Territorio Trail Iván Penalba comparte cómo han sido sus últimas semanas de preparación para la Badwater 135 a justo un mes de la que será su cuarta participación. Conocemos las motivaciones de Caitlin Fielder, ya en Estados Unidos, para participar en una Western States 100, que será retransmitida por Aragón Radio. Nos desplazamos al Valle de Hecho para avanzar las novedades de una nueva edición de la Carrera Boca del Infierno, viajamos a Murcia para la Siyasa Gran Trail y finalizamos con el quinto aniversario del Trail Monte Dobra.

It's officially summertime here in the U.S., and Jim welcomes a guest whose company truly embodies the spirit of the season. Kelley Puckett is the Chief Marketing Officer of goodr, a high-growth sunglasses brand founded nine years ago in Southern California.Like many great startups, goodr began by identifying a problem and solving it. The founders—runners themselves—noticed that running sunglasses were expensive and overly engineered. So they created fun, stylish, and functional sunglasses specifically for runners, all priced at just $25. Today, goodr offers sunglasses for a wide range of sports and outdoor activities.Kelley seems tailor-made for goodr. A UCLA graduate, she went on to work at both Sony Pictures and Paramount Pictures. She's also a runner—though not just any runner. Kelley is an ultramarathoner who has completed the Badwater 135, often called the toughest ultramarathon in the world. Tune in to this episode to hear from a CMO who brings unmatched energy to her brand and community!---This week's episode is brought to you by Deloitte and StrawberryFrog.Learn more: https://strawberryfrog.com/jimSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Badwater and Thomas join up to relive Oregon softball's thrilling regionals homestand against Stanford, recap how baseball ripped the Big Ten title away from Iowa and set themselves up for the top seed in tournament play, and preview softball's super regional matchup against Liberty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This year is the 45th running of the Columbus Marathon and it was great to catch up with the race director, Darris Blackford. He has run more than 200 marathons and other ultramarathons. I have been wanting to have Darris on since his wife, Star Blackford, was on Episode 3 of Weathering The Run. We chatted a lot about the ins and outs of race directing and then about his extensive experience of running through dangerously cold conditions along with running across Death Valley during Badwater. If you are interested in running the 45th Columbus Marathon, be sure to sign up before it sells out!

In this Episode, Izzy B talk to Catra Corbett (Dirt Diva), an experienced trail and ultra-runner who shares her journey into trail running and ultra marathons. Catra recounts how she began running after getting sober and rapidly progressed from a 10K to marathons, trail races, and eventually ultra distances. She highlights her first experiences with 50K, 50-mile, and 100-mile races, and delves into her passion for solo mountain projects and FKTs (fastest known times). Catra also discusses her numerous accomplishments in 200 and 300-mile races such as the Badwater 135, Tahoe 200, and other endurance challenges. She emphasizes the importance of incorporating sleep and proper nutrition in ultra races, citing specific vegan food choices that keep her fueled. Moreover, the she shares her training regimen, which includes regular gym workouts, plyometrics, and running high-mileage weeks. Lastly, she introduces her adorable trail running dachshunds and talks about their contributions to her adventures. The runner closes with words of wisdom, urging listeners to act now on their dreams and not to wait for the future.Instagram: @dirtdiva333 Book: Reborn on the Run: My Journey from Addiction to Ultramarathons

Esta semana en Territorio Trail Anna Comet resume sus dos últimos años, desde el "reset" necesario en 2024 a su segunda maternindad y la vuelta a la competición. Entrevistamos a Iván Penalba en plena preparación para una nueva participación en Badwater, la mítica y extrema prueba californiana en la que participará por cuarta vez. Repasamos la historia de la KDR Trail, una prueba a escasos kilómetros de Zaragoza convertida ya en un icono del trail aragonés. Hablamos de entrenamiento con Gema Quiroga y en nuestra sección #PequeñasGrandesCarreras nuestra protagonista es la Tastavins Trail.

In this deeply inspiring episode of The Better Than Rich Show, Andrew Biggs sits down with U.S. Navy veteran and ultra-endurance athlete Aaron Hale.After losing his sight and hearing in a roadside bomb explosion in Afghanistan, Aaron could have given up. Instead, he ran 135 miles through Death Valley, started a business, launched a podcast, and now helps others build bulletproof resilience in their lives.This episode is a masterclass in overcoming adversity, turning pain into purpose, and choosing to live fully—no matter what you've been through.

When your running routes become maps of heartbreak, how do you find your way forward? Ultra runner John Calabrese takes us through his raw, emotional journey of rediscovery after losing both his relationship and running partnership in one devastating blow.John's story begins with a dream scenario for many runners—falling for a fellow ultra athlete who shared his passion, crewed his races, and built memories along countless miles of trails. Together, they conquered grueling challenges like running JFK 50 and the Philadelphia Marathon in a single weekend. But when their relationship crumbled, John found himself not only heartbroken but also stripped of his running identity and community.The collapse was total—pneumonia followed emotional exhaustion, friendships changed, and suddenly the routes that once brought joy became painful reminders of what he'd lost. Compounding his struggle, John and his ex continued living practically within sight of each other, making clean breaks impossible. Most devastating was losing a close running friend to an unexpected death around the same time, leaving John without his two most important running companions.What makes this episode particularly powerful is the honesty with which John discusses rebuilding. From struggling to find motivation to run alone again to carefully navigating race schedules to avoid painful encounters, he reveals the messy reality of healing within a close-knit running community. His journey back to consistent 70-mile weeks hasn't been linear, but it has been transformative.Now focused on giving back through Ainsley's Angels and targeting iconic challenges like Badwater 135, John is redefining his relationship with running on his own terms. His story reminds us that sometimes the longest ultramarathon isn't on any race calendar—it's the journey back to ourselves after loss.Have you ever had to rebuild your relationship with running after a major life change? Share your story in the comments and connect with others who understand the struggle of finding your stride again when the path forward seems impossible to navigate. Instagram:@breezytrailheadhttps://www.instagram.com/breezytrailhead?igsh=NDBhaG9wZmdrcGdxShoutout to :John Calabrese The Calabrese Family and Friends Ag-Gear Store https://www.aggearstore.com/Use Code: Milesmountains For 15% Off Alter Ego Ambassador: https://alteregorunning.com/Miles & Mountains Promo Code: Milesmountainsyr3Raising Awareness:Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW)Mental Health Send us a text

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In this episode of Millionaire Mindcast, we sit down with Aaron Hale, an Army EOD veteran who defied the odds after losing his eyesight and hearing in Afghanistan. Now, he's a record-breaking endurance athlete, successful entrepreneur, and real estate investor. Aaron's story is one of pure grit, resilience, and reinvention. From running the Badwater 135 ultramarathon as the first blind-deaf competitor to building a thriving business, he proves that NOTHING is impossible. Tune in to learn about his mindset shifts, business strategies, and how he continues to push boundaries every single day.   What you'll learn in this episode: How Aaron overcame the toughest challenges of his life Why mental resilience is key to success in any field How he built a successful business despite adversity His approach to real estate investing and passive income The power of choosing your “hard” and pushing your limits Resources & Links Mentioned: Aaron Hale's Website: https://pointofimpactpod.com/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-hale-1861477/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aclayhale/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/aclayhale YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pointofimpactpodcast Follow on X: https://x.com/aclayhale More Links: https://linktr.ee/aaronhalepointofimpact   Episode Sponsored By: Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/ CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join! FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555 FREE Financial X-Ray: Text  "XRAY" to 844-447-1555  

This episode was inspired by a little father - daughter banter/bonding that we know will help anyone who is looking to get a little more speed when running. Plus, there is so much more to this episode.Other episode highlights:- March Madness breakdown- Current HS national & international records broken on the track - Badwater 135 Training- Choose Strong listener shout-outs- "Sally Says" segment answering questions about nutrition- An impromptu phone call Sally is on Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/yellowrunnerAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Choose Strong Book: https://a.co/d/b1zxZTz Sally McRae Strength App: https://sallymcrae.app/ Sally McRae YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength Merch: https://sallymcraemerch.com/ Bare Performance Nutrition: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition CODE: SALLYEpisode Sponsors:Function Health: ⁠https://www.functionhealth.com/a/sally-mcrae⁠Blissy: Get better sleep, hair and skin with Blissy and use STRONGPOD to get an additional 30% off at ⁠bilssy.com/strongpod⁠Eight Sleep: Head over to ⁠⁠⁠www.eightsleep.com/choosestrong/⁠⁠⁠ and use the code CHOOSESTRONG to get $350 off your very own Pod 4 Ultra.Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code SALLY at ⁠⁠⁠LumeDeodorant.com⁠ #lumepod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode we look at the top 5 excuses we tell ourselves when it comes to training, working towards or a goal or pursuing a dream. The excuses are many, but they can be stopped. Listen in as Sally shares how we can rise above the excuses & move forward! Other Episode Highlights:- Mail from Scotland- Pringles socks - Mobility March Challenge update- Community highlights - Looking ahead at Badwater 135 - Consistency vs duration in your training- A bad idea to base your decisions on feelings- The 3 P's : Patience, Perseverance, PlanningAll links, discounts, and ways to support the podcast are here.Choose Strong Book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/hcwGfcY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sally McRae Strength App: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sallymcrae.app/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sally McRae YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@sallymcraestrength⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sallymcraemerch.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bare Performance Nutrition: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Code: SALLYEpisode Sponsors:Function Health: ⁠⁠⁠functionhealth.com/sallymcrae⁠⁠iRestore: Unlock your best skin with @iRestorelaser and save $205 off your iRestore Illumina Face Mask with code SALLY at irestorelaser.com/SALLY #irestorepod MudWtr:Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code STRONG at  ⁠⁠mudwtr.com/STRONG⁠⁠#mudwtrpod

Phil Pinti is about 18 days out from toeing the start line of the Arizona Monster 300!! Once the gun goes off, he will have a week to take on this insanely long adventure that traverses the deserts of southern Arizona. This will be it's inaugaral year and is organized by the awesome Candice Burt and Destination Trails. In this episode, we talk about his mindset a month out and his training up until this point before being joined by Randy Stephenson, Phil's crew chief for this event. We also talk about the absolutely beautiful Route 66 Ultra put on by Heather and Marshall Ulrich, which is a race I HIGHLY recommend people check out! (My experience wasn't as beautiful but that had nothing to do with this amazing community of runners and the beautiful event they put on!) Other possible titles for this episode: "What's a Macho Man....without a Randy" "From Route 66 to Badwater, Randall Stephenson...the Man for the Job" "I'm Afraid"- Philly

Join Scotty and Badwater 135 RD Chris Kostman for a long run in which they discuss Chris's history in endurance, his journey to becoming the RD of Badwater, his life, and much much more.  They discuss badwater 135, Badwater Salton Sea and Badwater Cape Fear, as well as the history and personalities of Badwater and its culture.   This episode wouldn't be possible without the sponsorship of UCANN.  Order some products here at 20% off with the code TENJUNKMILES Check out all of the Badwater races here: https://www.badwater.com Sandra Vi interview discussed: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ten-junk-miles/id977007408?i=1000400189202 Lisa Smith Batchen interview discussed: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ten-junk-miles/id977007408?i=1000429912696 Cape Fear Marathon and Half: https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/BaldHeadIsland/BadwaterPresentsCapeFearMarathon Sign up for the races here: https://www.tenjunkmilesracing.com   Join the Official Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1057521258604634   Support the show via Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Twitter: https://twitter.com/tenjunkmiles   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenjunkmiles/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TenJunkMiles/