Podcast appearances and mentions of Molly Seidel

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Tommie Runz. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! Join us live during race week as we discuss the top storylines of this year's race, preview the fields, and provide our expert analysis and predictions for the win. All of our shows will be recorded in the Basecamp room in the Village at Palisades Tahoe—come join us in person or tune in live on the Freetrail and WSER YouTube channels! In today's show, we share our final thoughts and predictions for the race. Host Dylan Bowman is joined by special guests Sally McRae and Hellah Sidibe. Who are you picking for the win? Let us know in the comments! And don't forget to make your picks in Freetrail Fantasy at fantasy.freetrail.com for a chance to win great prizes from Freetrail and HOKA. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! Join us live during race week as we discuss the top storylines of this year's race, preview the fields, and provide our expert analysis and predictions for the win. All of our shows will be recorded in the Basecamp room in the Village at Palisades Tahoe—come join us in person or tune in live on the Freetrail and WSER YouTube channels!   Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Tara Dower. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Hannah Allgood. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Hayden Hawks. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! Join us live during race week as we discuss the top storylines of this year's race, preview the fields, and provide our expert analysis and predictions for the win. All of our shows will be recorded in the Basecamp room in the Village at Palisades Tahoe—come join us in person or tune in live on the Freetrail and WSER YouTube channels! Today's show is our official 2026 Western States 100 Preview Show featuring host Dylan Bowman alongside Tim Tollefson and Corrine Malcolm. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22 at 10:00am PT – Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25 at 3:30pm PT – Final Thoughts & Predictions Show • Saturday, June 27 at 4:00am PT – Live Western States Broadcast • Sunday, June 28 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend, including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow @runfreetrail on Instagram so you don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. Additional race week schedules, events, and activations can be found at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Check out the latest from HOKA—the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Riley Brady. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! Join us live during race week as we discuss the top storylines of this year's race, preview the fields, and provide our expert analysis and predictions for the win. All of our shows will be recorded in the Basecamp room in the Village at Palisades Tahoe—come join us in person or tune in live on the Freetrail and WSER YouTube channels! In today's Champions Show, we sit down with four legends of Western States history. Host Dylan Bowman is joined by: • Katie Schide (2024 champion) • Caleb Olson (2025 champion) • Clare Gallagher (2019 champion) • Nikki Kimball (three-time champion) Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Zach Miller. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: Freetrail: https://freetrail.com/ Race Week Hub: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official WSER Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA Race Week Hub: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail—speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Molly Seidel is one of the most inspiring figures in modern distance running. An Olympic bronze medalist in the marathon at Tokyo, despite having only a few years of experience at the highest level, she has made a lasting impression through her talent, determination, and authenticity. In this episode, she reflects on her remarkable journey, from her success on the roads to her recent transition into trail running and ultradistance racing. Molly also opens up about the personal challenges that have shaped her career, including her struggles with eating disorders, OCD, anxiety, and depression.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Molly Seidel est l'une des figures les plus inspirantes de la course à pied moderne. Médaillée de bronze olympique sur marathon à Tokyo après seulement quelques années au plus haut niveau, l'Américaine a marqué les esprits par son talent, sa détermination et sa sincérité. Dans cet épisode, elle revient sur son parcours exceptionnel : de ses succès sur route à sa récente reconversion vers le trail et les courses d'ultra-distance. Molly partage également les défis personnels qui ont jalonné sa carrière, notamment ses combats contre les troubles alimentaires, le TOC, l'anxiété et la dépression. Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Kilian Jornet Interview | 2026 Western States Race Week Coverage Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Kilian Jornet. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM PT The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30 PM PT Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM PT Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend, including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and ensure you don't miss a thing! Presented by HOKA Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! Check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail — speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Additional Race Week Information Full Freetrail Schedule: https://freetrail.com/ Additional Events & Activations: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official Western States Race Week Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA's Full Western States Schedule: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with 2022 Western States champion Adam Peterman. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule, including additional events and activations, at: https://freetrail.com/ https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official race website: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA's full Western States schedule: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | /dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@Freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn | /dylan-bowman-06174380

Marianne Hogan Interview | 2026 Western States Race Week Coverage Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Marianne Hogan. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM PT The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30 PM PT Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM PT Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend, including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and ensure you don't miss a thing! Presented by HOKA Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! Check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail — speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and built for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Additional Race Week Information Full Freetrail Schedule: https://freetrail.com/ Additional Events & Activations: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official Western States Race Week Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA's Full Western States Schedule: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Molly Seidel Interview | 2026 Western States Race Week Coverage Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Molly Seidel. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM PT The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Champions Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30 PM PT Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM PT Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM PT Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend, including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to stay up to date and not miss a thing! Presented by HOKA Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! Check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail — speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain and made for trails like Western States. Learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Additional Race Week Information Full Freetrail Schedule: https://freetrail.com/ Additional Events & Activations: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official Western States Race Week Agenda: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA's Full Western States Schedule: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Western States 100 Top 10 Storylines Show | 2026 Race Week Coverage Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100, hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! Join us live during race week as we discuss the biggest storylines of this year's race, preview the fields, and provide expert analysis and predictions for the win. All of our shows will be recorded in the Basecamp room in the Village at Palisades Tahoe. Come join us in person or tune in live on the Freetrail and WSER YouTube channels. In today's show, Dylan Bowman, Tim Tollefson, and Corrine Malcolm break down the Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100. Freetrail's Western States Schedule • Monday, June 22, 2026 – 10:00 AM PT Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 – 3:00 PM PT Western States Preview Show • Wednesday, June 24, 2026 – 3:00 PM PT Western States Champions Show Featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher • Thursday, June 25, 2026 – 3:30 PM PT Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions • Saturday, June 27, 2026 – 4:00 AM PT Live Western States Broadcast https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates • Sunday, June 28, 2026 – 3:00 PM PT Western States Instant Recap Show Beginning June 19th, we'll also be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend, including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow @runfreetrail on Instagram so you don't miss a thing. Presented by HOKA Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail. Check out the latest from HOKA: the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Built for trails like Western States. Learn more: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Helpful Links Freetrail Race Week Schedule https://freetrail.com/ Additional Events & Activations https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/ Official Western States Race Week Agenda https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/ HOKA's Full Western States Schedule https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/ Freetrail Links Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with 2025 4th place finisher Jeff Mogavero. Freetrail's Western States Schedule Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Preview Show Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:00am PT – Tune into the live broadcast Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3:00pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule including additional events and activations at Freetrail, on the dedicated Western States coverage page, and on the official race website. HOKA's full Western States schedule is also available online. Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | / dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrai... YouTube | / @freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn | / dylan-bowman-06174380

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with 2024 UTMB Champion Vincent Bouillard.  Freetrail's Western States Schedule: --Monday June 22, 2026 at 10am PT - The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 --Tuesday June 23, 2026 at 3pm PT - Western States Preview Show --Wednesday June 24, 2026 at 3pm PT - Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher --Thursday June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT - Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions --Saturday June 27, 2026 - 4am PT - Tune into the live broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/@WesternStates --Sunday June 28, 2026 at 3pm PT - Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule including additional events and activations at https://freetrail.com/ plus here: https://freetrailwserlivecoverage.splashthat.com/  and on the official race website here: https://www.wser.org/race-week-agenda/   HOKA's full Western States schedule here: https://2026westernstateshokahub.splashthat.com/  Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! You can learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-HOKA-US-Site/en_US/Coveo-Show?q=Rocket+X+Trail&sz=2 Freetrail Links:  Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon |   / dylanbowman   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail YouTube |    / @freetrail   Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/   Dylan Links:  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/?hl=en Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo?lang=en LinkedIn |   / dylan-bowman-06174380

Hans Troyer Interview | 2026 Western States 100 Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Hans Troyer. Freetrail's Western States Schedule Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Preview Show Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4am PT – Tune into the live broadcast Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule including additional events and activations at Freetrail, on Splash, and on the official Western States website. HOKA's full Western States schedule is also available online. Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | /dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | /@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | /dylan-bowman-06174380

Adam Peterman Interview | 2026 Western States 100 Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with 2022 Western States champion Adam Peterman. Freetrail's Western States Schedule Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Preview Show Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4am PT – Tune into the live broadcast Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule including additional events and activations at Freetrail, on Splash, and on the official Western States website. HOKA's full Western States schedule is also available online. Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | /dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | /@Freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | /dylan-bowman-06174380  

Francesco Puppi Interview | 2026 Western States 100 Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2026 Western States 100 hosted in collaboration with the Western States race! In this interview, we sit down with Francesco Puppi. Freetrail's Western States Schedule Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10am PT – The Top 10 Storylines of the 2026 Western States 100 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Preview Show Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Champion Show featuring Katie Schide, Caleb Olson, Nikki Kimball, and Clare Gallagher Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm PT – Western States Final Thoughts & Predictions Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4am PT – Tune into the live broadcast Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 3pm PT – Western States Instant Recap Show Starting on June 19th, we'll be hosting interviews with top personalities and athletes leading into race weekend including Abby Hall, Kilian Jornet, Molly Seidel, Tommie Runz, a press conference with Jim Walmsley and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Freetrail YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @runfreetrail to ensure you stay up to date and don't miss a thing! Our Western States coverage is brought to you by our good friends at HOKA. We're grateful for their generous support and belief in Freetrail! You can view our full Western States race week schedule including additional events and activations at Freetrail, on Splash, and on the official Western States website. HOKA's full Western States schedule is also available online. Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Rocket X Trail, speed-tuned performance for the most runnable terrain. Made for trails like Western States! Freetrail Links Website | https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro | https://freetrail.com/pro/ Patreon | /dylanbowman Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube | /@freetrail Freetrail Experts | https://freetrail.com/experts/ Dylan Links Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter | https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn | /dylan-bowman-06174380

Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow   Olympic bronze medalist Molly Seidel talks about the mental side of running, how to train your mind, quiet negative self-talk, recover smarter, and stop letting fear of the unknown hold back your running.   Watch the full video on YouTube   Topics covered: 0:00 — Molly Seidel: The mental side of running 2:38 — Morning threshold workouts in Flagstaff 4:09 — Recovering from Black Canyon & preparing for Western States 6:38 — Being open to infinite possibilities 9:48 — Advice for recreational runners 13:03 — How to train your mind like your body  14:53 — Mental toughness isn't about pushing through 15:44 — Self-talk and learning to be kinder to yourself 20:03 — Molly's approach to heat adaptation 23:26 — Moving from marathons to ultrarunning 27:17  — Journaling & processing highs and lows 31:16 — Social media, boundaries & authenticity 35:32 — Data vs feel in training 38:30 — Learning how to fuel for ultras 45:08 — Mistakes of recreational runners 47:44 — Race-day nerves and embracing challenge 49:37 — Molly's advice for her younger self 57:22— Female runners, menstrual cycles & health 1:02:04 — Advice for women experiencing cycle loss 1:06:33 — Recovery, sleep & naps 1:11:32 — How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete     Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an Amazon Associate 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.      FIND MOLLY: ► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bygolly.molly ► STRAVA: https://www.strava.com/pros/16553663  ► SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@bygollymolly  ► YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Bygolly.itsmolly   LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► My Personal Best Running Coaching Program: https://www.skool.com/personalbest ► Precision Fuel and Hydration (Get 15% off your first order): http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow  ► Buy my new book Running Breakthroughs: https://geni.us/running-breakthroughs      YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785    ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman ► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com   ► Path Projects Website: https://pathprojects.com   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 running coaching program can be found at https://www.skool.com/personalbest    Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT   #MollySeidel #RunningPodcast #MarathonTraining #UltraRunning #MentalToughness #RunningMotivation #DistanceRunning #TrailRunning

La Western States 100 approche à grands pas et pour une cinquième année consécutive, Nicolas Danne débarque au micro pour décortiquer les histoires, les tendances et les athlètes à surveiller. Question de rendre justice à l'incroyable profondeur des pelotons élites de 2026, on a choisi de séparer notre traditionnelle Jasette de geeks en deux parties. Et comme on est "here for the women's race", on commence avec la course féminine. Et quelle course! Abby Hall, Fuzhao Xiang, Marianne Hogan, Fiona Pascall, Hannah Allgood, Caitlin Fielder, Keely Henninger, Emily Hawgood, Tara Dower, Jennifer Lichter, Anne Flower, Molly Seidel, Riley Brady et Yngvild Kaspersen : le plateau féminin est tout simplement exceptionnel. Entre les revenantes de l'an dernier, les athlètes en pleine ascension et les coureuses qui découvriront pour la première fois les sentiers de la Western States, les scénarios sont nombreux et les prétendantes au podium plus nombreuses que jamais. Dans l'épisode, Nico et moi analysons les forces en présence, les points d'interrogation et les histoires humaines, en plus de nous prêter au jeu des prédictions. Bref, une Jasette de geeks classique : passionnée, assumée et remplie de spéculations à quelques jours du départ du 100 miles le plus mythique au monde. Bonne écoute!Mise à jour : Suite à l'enregistrement de l'épisode, nous avons appris que les athlètes américaines Anne Flower et Keely Henninger ne prendraient pas le départ.*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 : iRunFarIdée originale, production, recherche et animation : Yannick Vézina© Pas sorti du bois 2026

REPLAY EPISODE: This conversation with Molly Seidel was originally recorded in May 2024. Olympic Marathon Bronze Medalist Molly Seidel on Injury Recovery, Training, Fueling, and Fixing Track & Field Matt from Sweat Elite hosts Olympic marathon bronze medalist Molly Seidel in Flagstaff to discuss her recent Strava Camp experience, her return from a broken-knee injury, and how she is rebuilding by correcting movement patterns with gym-based mobility and muscle activation. Molly explains why she skipped Canyons 50K to prioritize a fall road marathon, outlines her goals to win a major marathon, make World Championship teams, and target LA 2028 after missing Paris. She also breaks down her "unglamorous" marathon builds, including high aerobic volume, true double-threshold training, and a short specific block starting after a tune-up race. Matt and Molly also cover cross-training through skiing, cycling and ElliptiGo, Ethiopia's training culture, diet and race fueling, Puma shoe rotation, critiques of World Athletics around rankings, watchability and doping, plus Molly's race-focused mindset. Links Matt's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt's Coaching: https://www.sweatelite.co/coaching/ Matt's Profile: https://www.sweatelite.co/matt-fox/ Matt's Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/7043356 Sweat Elite Website: https://www.sweatelite.co/ Sweat Elite Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweatelite/ Sweat Elite YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SweatElite/ Episode Timestamps 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 01:28 Sponsors and Support 03:30 Meeting Molly in Flagstaff 03:46 Inside Strava Camp 06:15 Knee Injury and Comeback 09:19 Fall Plans and Big Goals 11:46 Marathon Training Blueprint 13:51 Gym Work and Activation 17:01 Podcasting and Listening Habits 20:24 Skiing and Cross Training 22:43 Injury Pool Culture 22:58 Best Training Bases 24:15 Why Ethiopia Matters 26:22 Ethiopian Training Mindset 31:23 Ethiopian Food Stories 33:27 Diet And Carbs 34:50 Race Fueling Strategy 35:52 Puma Shoe Rotation 36:58 Trail Running Strength 38:27 Fixing Track And Field 41:18 Winning Over Time Goals 44:26 Mental Race Preparation 46:13 Wrap Up And Goodbye

MERCH Pre-Order - https://nonmembersshop.com/Happy National Eat What You Want Day! We kick off the episode by motivating everyone to stay consistent with their workouts (Erin is officially on week 5 of her pull up journey!) before diving into a highly specific, heated rant about deceptive grocery store produce bags, why are tangerines and limes sold in color matching mesh bags to hide the rotting fruit?! We also celebrate the official launch of our merch store (grab your koozies, hoodies, and mystery trinkets while you can!) and pop open a Recess Mood drink to calm down.Then, we get into the main event: Erin's massive, multi-day recap of the Dick's Sporting Goods Varsity Team brand trip in Tampa. Event planning is officially a sport, proven by Erin walking into a hotel room stocked with a personalized cake, $500 in Stanley gear, and a daily wardrobe. Erin explains how she entered "survival mode" to become a mega extrovert, surviving a upscale carnival complete with a Ferris wheel, and an Adidas yacht party featuring custom Sambas, permanent jewelry, and a saxophone player jamming to Bad Bunny. She also chilled in a speakeasy movie theater in custom pajamas, and finally got to wear her sparkly Adidas tracksuit to a jaw dropping banquet featuring aerial yoga and a hidden 7 piece band.The physical toll of the trip was brutal, featuring a blazing hot "On" HIIT class with "no-nonsense Giovanni" (where Erin and the gym bros were secretly collapsing behind his back) and an insanely hard Pilates session with Molly Seidel's sister, Izzy. Erin also defends her "Grease Girl" status by refusing to wear the provided orange short shorts in the sun. Finally, we debut our highly anticipated on site interview with the Savannah Bananas player who famously face planted doing a backflip on live TV. He reveals the shocking behind-the-scenes details of the crash, the concussion, and the CNN producer's terrible reaction to the blood. We wrap up with a quick rant about the fever dream that is the Tampa airport and beg our listeners to prove to Mike that he isn't just broadcasting to an empty void.

Rest Day Live is back tonight with Tim Tollefson in the co-host chair, broadcasting from Boston on Marathon Monday. We're joined at the top of the show by Molly Seidel to discuss her upcoming races at Canyons 50k and Western States, along with her new partnership with SATISFY. We'll be LIVE on YouTube every Monday at 5pm PT. Run of Show Molly Seidel interview Mathieu Blanchard joins KIPRUN Zach Miller Golden Ticket chase Madeira Island Ultra Trail preview Jim's IG nugget Canyons Trailgating + Mammoth Trailfest updates Strava file of the week Bonus Miles (Freetrail Pro) Join Freetrail Pro to access the after show Links & Resources Subscribe to the newsletter: https://mailing.freetrail.com/newslettersignup Join Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/pro Register for TrailCon: https://trailconference.com/register/ Sponsors NEVERSECOND — Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order: https://www.never2.com Clearlight Sauna — Use code FREETRAIL for a discount: https://healwithheat.com/ Use this link for 30% off Ketone-IQ Freetrail Website: https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MKI1xB8YMchI1764zJXHg Freetrail Experts: https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Dylan Bowman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dylanbo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-bowman-06174380/ Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/1596921

Molly Seidel is a pro runner and Olympic medalist living in Flagstaff, AZ. Currently transitioning from road marathons to trails, Molly recently finished 4th place at the Black Canyon 100k, earning a Golden Ticket to the 2026 Western States 100, which will serve as her much anticipated 100-mile debut.   Today, we're announcing Molly's signing of a long-term contract with SATISFY, a disruptive running brand based in Paris, France. This move represents a huge piece of free agency news in the sport.    Topics:   - How Molly came to be connected with the brand - Brand/athlete fit: Molly and SATISFY attitude alignment - Bigger offers on the table? - Product development plans including WS kit - Black Canyon reflections - Racing against a new cohort of athletes after her road career - Molly's training and support team  - Developing trail specific skills - A lot more!     REGISTER FOR TRAILCON   Sponsors:   Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Use code FREETRAIL for an extra discount on Clearlight Saunas at HealWithHeat.com Use this link for 30% off Ketone-IQ   Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava

Alyssa Clark joins Finn to roll through a packed news week in ultra-trail. Headlines include Ashley Paulson's 12:47:10 treadmill world record set in front of a packed Boston Marathon Expo (a 90-minute improvement on the previous mark), Mathieu Blanchard leaving Salomon to sign with Kiprun as the French brand pushes into the North American market, and a stacked Madeira Ultra Trail start list featuring Jasmine Lowther, Helen Mino Faulkner, Katharina Hartmuth, Ethan Peters, and a deep American contingent. Also on tap: weekend results from Penyagolosa, Puerto Vallarta, and Whiskey Basin, Mount Fuji hype, Ryan Becker's move to Kailas, Mammoth Trail Fest's new $6,000 para athlete prize purse, Sarah Hall's trail running plans, the death of UK runner David Parrish on the Cape Wrath Trail and the mountain competency conversation it sparks, plus Salomon's bet on gravel racing.Partners: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 apparelSupport the show

Francesco and Abby Hall are both injured days after Black Canyon 100k. One DNF, one top-five finish, two hard falls. A real conversation about processing setbacks, racing at the front of a historic women's field, and what actually drives a big performance.Abby breaks down how her race unfolded, from a controlled start hitting goal splits, to the fall that cost her minutes mid-race, to a split-for-split battle with Molly Seidel all the way to the finish. The margins were that tight. And what that says about where the women's field is right now is worth paying attention to.There's also a bigger thread running through this episode: what does it mean to perform at the front of a sport that's getting faster and deeper every year? Francesco and Abby talk about the weight of expectations that came with Abby's Western States win last year, and why a race like this one felt like a release as much as a result. They dig into the idea of specificity, why fitness alone doesn't explain a 25-minute improvement over the same course, and why the real gains often come down to execution rather than the lab numbers.And there's a mentality piece worth highlighting: Abby's been drawing inspiration from how gravel cyclists talk about their races, winning, losing, making mistakes, and moving on without letting any single result define them. It's a harder mindset to hold when you're only racing four or five times a year, but she's trying to bring that lightness into how she processes all of this.Raw, honest, and worth an hour of your time.Train with a plan built around you. Start your 7-day free trial of VertPro and get 30% off your first month with code RUNNINGLONG30Download the app: iOSAndroidFollow @vert.run on instagramMore at Vert.runFrancesco's links: Instagram | X | Strava | Website

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

It's been common wisdom in endurance sports that the further the race distance gets, the longer it takes to figure it out. But every rule needs an exception to prove it and on this count one needs look no further than the career of Molly Seidel.  After a gold-studded NCAA career at Notre Dame winning titles at 3000, 5000, 10000 and cross country, Seidel's star only seemed to rise higher as the distances grew greater. She made her marathon debut in 2020 at the US Olympic Trials, proving a quick-study at the event with a stunning 2nd placing showing and a spot on the US Olympic Team headed to Tokyo.  A year and a half later, at those pandemic-postponed Olympic Games, She'd once again outperform expectations to run away from the best of the best en route to a brilliant bronze medal. Fast forward to today and it seems her reputation for moving up in distance and throwing down continues to hold true, even with yet another change of surface. In January she marked the start of a new chapter on the trail scene with a win and course record clocking at the Banderas 50k in Texas. Weeks later, she would take another huge leap forward at the famously competitive Black Canyon 100k in Arizona.  Facing some of the best trail talent in the world, Seidel turned a lack of experience into gold, claiming a 4th-place finish and snagging an elusive “Golden Ticket”, securing her a place in the biggest ultra of them all, the 100-mile Western States Endurance Run.  Today, Molly joins the show to recap her incredible rise through the trail running ranks, what it's looked like to double her race distance with every start, and how she's applying the lessons of a legendary career on the roads and track to a the new challenges of the trails. Check Molly out @bygolly.molly Subscribe to The Shakeout Podcast feed on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you find your podcasts. Thanks to this week's sponsor, CanPrev Prime your preparation, power your performance, and prioritize your post-run recovery with CanPrev. Learn how natural health formulas can help you reach your running goals! Find CanPrev products at your friendly local health food store! Cover Photo: Misty Wong  

"The last couple years have been so hard. I've been through so many ups and downs that I'm like, 'There is nothing in a race that I can experience that is worse than what I've just gone through.'" Watch out, ultra world: Molly Seidel has arrived! The Olympic bronze medalist has officially moved from the marathon to the mountains. Molly just completed the Black Canyon 100K, where she finished fourth and earned a golden ticket entry to this summer's 100-mile Western States Endurance Run. Earlier this year, Molly made her ultra debut at the Bandera 50K, where she won the race outright, beating the first male finisher by six minutes. Her 4:09:39 broke a course record that had stood since 2012. In this conversation, Molly breaks down her day at Black Canyon, and talks about how she's feeling about this new-to-her adventure.  FOLLOW MOLLY @bygolly.molly SPONSOR: Lagoon. Click here to take Lagoon's 2-minute sleep quiz to see which pillow is right for you, and use code ALI at checkout for 15% off your next Lagoon order. IN THIS EPISODE: How Molly's feeling post-Black Canyon 100K (1:40) What's making Molly happy today (3:15) Molly reflects on a tough day at the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon, where she pulled out of the race at mile 18 (6:00) Molly's recap from the Bandera 50K in January, which she won outright (9:00) Why Molly decided to run the Black Canyon 100K (13:30) What Molly needed from her crew (26:45) Molly's Black Canyon 100K race report (29:45) Molly's highs and lowest from the day (50:30) How Molly is feeling about running Western States in a few months (53:40) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Subscribe to the newsletter Join the Facebook group Support on Patreon SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

In today's episode, Karen and Rachel share their tips for finding places to run while traveling and Rachel recaps her recent work trip to London. The two also break down the best and worst surfaces to run on and revisit some of the classic advice their high school coaches gave them growing up (and whether it actually holds up).They also chat about the Strava segment logged during the Super Bowl halftime show and some of the other funny segments they've ever seen. The two also recap a big weekend in the sport, including Weini Kelati breaking her own American record and Molly Seidel punching her ticket to Western States with her finish at the Black Canyon 100K. They also share a few of their latest product recs.Plus: How do you come back from an injury in the middle of a training block?_________________CHICK CHAT– Send us your questions at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gettingchickedpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or DM us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@gettingchicked⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YOUR HOSTS– Karen Lesiewicz | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kare_les on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– Rachel DaDamio | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rdadamio on X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– Megan Connelly | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@meganmorantwwe on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW OUR SHOW– ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Apple Podcasts here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Spotify here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the show on Instagram here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Leah Yingling and Hilary Yang are fresh off a whirlwind weekend at Black Canyon, where they were on the mic for the Mountain Outpost livestream and got a front row seat to the start of the North American Golden Ticket chase. They zoom out on what made this weekend feel like a turning point, from the depth of the women's field and how close the front end is getting across genders, to how much racing, fueling, and confidence have evolved in the sport. They also touch on the ultra world colliding all at once with Tarawera and Barkley running in the same weekend, plus a few unfiltered behind the scenes moments from the broadcast booth. The episode wraps with road runners entering the trail scene, what they noticed from Molly Seidel and Des Linden's very different days, and a quick check in on training, life balance, and why Hilary is happily off Strava right now.This episode is edited and produced by the Sandy Boy Productions.A big shout out to our sponsor Precision Fuel and Hydration. Go to pfandh.com to crush your next race with a personalized fuel & hydration plan. Use code "TTNP15" at checkout.

Your 50K world record holder - Des Linden - is now an ultra trail marathoner, and you get the full breakdown here first! After a little catch-up time, Des and Kara go deep on the results from the Black Canyon 100K and 50K, with Des finishing 13th female in the latter race this past Sunday. They start with an overview of the 100K, which both of them spectated virtually. The races at the front were FAST with the course records going down on both sides, plus Molly Seidel earning a golden ticket to Western States for her 4th place finish. Then, Des shares her experience in the 50K race from start to finish including expectations, the trail community vibes, and a tough day that had her neck/back locking up on her in the final 3rd of the race. She got it done in spite of those challenges and is happy with the finish. Kara can relate b/c her trail debut at the Leadville Marathon was a tough day as well. All in all, this was a great learning experience for Des, and now she looks ahead to the Marathon de Sables. Then, they talk about the expectations at the Winter Olympics, especially for top American hopefuls, and wonder outloud if it is too much or misguided. Finally as usual, they close the show with a Top 5 that you won't want to miss. Everyone show Des some love for putting herself out there on the trails!    

What a wild weekend in the Arizona desert. Brett Hornig and Leah Yingling return to the show to break down everything that unfolded at the 2026 Black Canyon 100K. We dive into course-record performances from Hans Troyer and Jennifer Lichter, Anne Flower's front-running strength, Anthony Costales' return to form, the drama of Molly Seidel's 100K debut, and one of the deepest Golden Ticket distributions in recent memory.Timestamps:00:00 Opening + On-the-Ground Experience (Livestream, Aid Stations, 50K PR)04:34 “Course Records Are Contagious” - Women's Race Explodes06:47 Anne Flower's No-Cooling Strategy + Heat Management Debate10:18 Is This the Most Competitive Women's Western States Field Ever?11:14 Hans Troyer's Course Record + Race Dynamics13:06 Golden Ticket Chaos in the Men's Field16:20 Depth vs. Density - Are Fields Actually Getting Tighter?16:47 Split Analysis: Men vs. Women Slowdown Percentages22:49 Molly Seidel's Mid-Race Mistakes + “Controlled Micro Fade”26:49 Is Gloriana - Deep Canyon the Most Dangerous Section?29:50 “Random Ballers” + No Intimidation at the Start Line33:59 How Many Guys Could've Run Sub-7:30?36:07 Fantasy Picks + Predictions (Sub-8 Call)37:33 Underrated Performances: Tracen Knopp, Hans' Next-Gen Status43:00 Tara Dower Interview + Emotional Finish Line Moments49:39 Anthony Costales Is Back50:47 Francesco Puppi's Fall + What It Means for Western States53:29 Gear Talk + 50K Pace Explosion55:29 Golden Ticket Impact on Western States 202658:28 Who Still Needs a Ticket? (Chianti / Canyons)1:00:10 Final Thoughts - Media, Molly's Impact, The Women's DepthPartners:* Precision Fuel and Hydration - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout for 15% off your next order (https://www.precisionhydration.com/planner/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=singletrack)* Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)* Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/singletrack)* Janji - premium trail running apparel (https://janji.com/pages/singletrack)Support the show

Indoor season heating up: Cole Hocker's American record, BU vs JDL, and banked vs flat tracksElite track culture vs road culture: pace lights, meet atmospheres, and where pros choose to raceTrail running momentum: Black Canyon, golden tickets, and Molly Seidel's transitionHalf marathon and championship conversations: US Half Champs, World Half Champs, and timing builds for BostonThe content era of running: blue jeans marathons, influencer racing, and performance vs storytelling

In this episode, we dig into an inspiring athlete's evolution, exploring the high-stakes world of elite road marathoning and the tough transition to trail and ultra running. Olympic marathon bronze medalist Molly Seidel and her coach, Cliff Pittman, join us to walk us through her running journey —overcoming chronic injuries, recalibrating her goals after an Olympic medal, and battling the mental and physical challenges that come with shifting from polished pavement to rugged singletrack. You'll hear firsthand how Molly faced setbacks, from broken bones to burnout, and how her passion led her to the trails. Cliff shares how he's helping Molly adapt her world-class engine for the unique demands of ultras, blending thorough communication, athlete autonomy, and strategic training techniques. From dialing in race nutrition to conquering technical descents, this episode delivers real lessons — plus a behind-the-scenes look at one of the newest and most intriguing athlete-coach duos in endurance sports. Whether you're a long-time road runner, aspiring ultramarathoner, or endurance coach, you'll find wisdom, humility, and plenty of practical takeaways on embracing change, trusting the process, and honoring the journey.

In this episode, Olympic medalist Molly Seidel reflects on the aftermath of success at the highest level of the sport. She discusses the pressures of elite marathoning, why that model became unsustainable, and the personal decisions that led her away from the roads. The conversation touches on injury, identity, sponsorship, social media, and the early stages of her transition into trail running.Timestamps:00:00 The Influence of Business School on Personal Growth03:02 Redefining Success in Running05:52 The Unsustainable Nature of Elite Sports09:01 Navigating Pressure and Performance12:01 The Challenge of Public Perception14:54 Building a Life Beyond Running17:56 The Artistic Side of Sport20:40 Transitioning to Trail Running23:54 The Business of Being a Professional Runner26:41 The Impact of Social Media on Athletes29:49 Comparing Media Coverage in Running35:46 Training Philosophy and Mental Game38:54 Nutrition and Gear for Trail Racing41:45 Looking Ahead to Future RacesPartners:Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/singletrack)Precision Fuel and Hydration - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout for 15% off your next order (https://www.precisionhydration.com/planner/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=singletrack)Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Janji - premium trail running apparel (https://janji.com/)Support the show

In the first-ever edition of Singletrack News, Finn Melanson and co-host Alyssa Clark break down the biggest stories in trail running from the past week.We start with Sabrina Stanley's return to racing after a year away from the sport, react to Molly Seidel's decisive leap into trail running, and discuss what it means to see Courtney Dauwalter carrying the Olympic torch as trail running's profile continues to rise.Plus: major race results from around the world, notable performances, sponsorship news, and a look at where the sport is heading as competition and professionalization continue to accelerate.Singletrack News is our weekly news and conversation show covering the stories, debates, and moments shaping trail and ultrarunning right now.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Singletrack News01:07 Sabrina Stanley's Comeback02:31 Courtney Dewaulter Carries Olympic Torch03:43 Gambling Scandal in Track and Field06:05 Podcast Highlights: Coleman Cragan and Ben Dieman09:41 Ann Flower Signs with Hoka, Grayson Murphy Leaves Saucony14:48 UTMB's Future18:45 Results Rundown: Hurt 100 and Winter Spine, Hong Kong 100K28:00 Notable Performances: Molly Seidel, Rachel Entrekin, Erin Ton31:18 Final Thoughts Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Precision Fuel and Hydration - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout for 15% off your next order (https://www.precisionhydration.com/planner/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=singletrack)Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Janji - premium trail running apparel (https://janji.com/)Support the show

Welcome to Rest Day, Freetrail's occasional news pod covering the latest happenings in trail running. This week we're joined by Tim Tollefson to talk through the following topics:   Trail Runner of the Year voting process, results recap & stats Interpreting the results and what we can learn Confronting TROY criticism Free agency news: Hans Troyer, Will Murray, Theo Detienne, Ben Dhiman, etc. Road to trail news: Molly Seidel, Des Linden, & Shelby Houlihan Tim's Transcendent Truth A lot more!   Chapters   03:26 – Introduction and Overview of Trail Runner of the Year 06:30 – Voting Process and Community Engagement 09:12 – Nationality Diversity in Rankings 11:52 – Distance Dynamics: Long, Short, and Mid-Distance Athletes 14:46 – Significance of Major Races and Championships 18:03 – The Rise of 200-Mile Racing and Its Recognition 20:58 – Criticism and Community Feedback on Rankings 42:19 – The Rise of 200-Mile Races 44:39 – Criticism and Integrity in Trail Running 47:00 – The Fragmentation of Trail Running 50:34 – Free Agency News and Athlete Transfers 59:51 – Emerging Athletes and New Partnerships 01:03:04 – The Complexities of Doping in Sports 01:09:35 – Tim's Transcendent Truth   CHECK OUT MAMMOTH TRAILFEST   REGISTER FOR THE BIG ALTA   REGISTER FOR GORGE WATERFALLS   Sponsors:   Grab a trail running pack from Osprey Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ   Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava  

I'm back with Allison Mercer, my correspondent on everything, and we start with the most important news of the week: I apparently lost another award, and I am not interested in being reminded about 2025 when we are already deep into 2026.From there we get into World Cross Country Championships, which somehow had a full Florida theme including obstacle chaos, heat, and a crowd that sounded like 10,000 people yelling nonstop. We talk about what made the broadcast work, why team scoring makes the whole field matter, and why cross country in the Winter Olympics would be the best kind of mess.Then we pivot to the trail world heating up early, with Olympians popping over to trails, Burrito League spreading like a virus, and the golden ticket chase being the kind of storyline we actually want more of. We end with ideas for how running media can get better fast: less six-month pre-race content, more post-race coverage, more crew perspective, and please, for the love of everything, mic people up.If you want the sport to be more fun, more human, and more watchable, this is the blueprint. Or at least a rant disguised as a blueprint.Chapters00:00 The Award Dilemma and New Beginnings08:02 World Cross Country Championships: A Florida Experience11:03 The Evolution of Cross Country Broadcasting14:10 The Future of Cross Country in the Olympics17:00 Trail Running: New Faces and Fresh Perspectives20:11 The Shift from Road to Trail Running23:37 The Burrito League Phenomenon26:26 Molly Seidel's Transition to Ultra Running29:38 The Importance of Community in Running32:26 Future Trends in Endurance Sports36:48 Exciting Developments in Running Events38:21 Training for the 100K Championship Team39:59 Planning for Success in Ultra Running42:05 Exploring Potential in Ultra Running44:32 The Future of Trail Running Events48:10 Humanizing Athletes in the Sport53:11 Innovative Coverage in Trail Running54:14 The Roach Approach and Its Impact58:06 Post-Race Coverage and Athlete ReflectionsSupport 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

After a month-long hiatus and plenty of concerned messages, HappyCast is officially back — and no, Andrew and Stephanie did not break up. In this Season 5 kickoff, the two dive straight into the chaos with candid catch-ups, unfiltered humor, and a surprisingly deep conversation about loneliness, dopamine hits, and why witty banter might actually be a mental health necessity. From AI-suggested “safe flirty texts” to starting arguments on Facebook just to feel something, Stephanie explains how being too quiet for too long can lead to… questionable choices.On the running side, Andrew recaps his current “waitlist surfing” era, the rise of the Burrito League (yes, burritos are a legitimate training incentive), and a wild Bandera weekend filled with heckling, aid station chaos, unexpected celebrities, and some truly elite volunteer moments. Bandera stories range from Molly Seidel's historic performance to lei-wearing confusion at a small-town Texas bar, proving once again that trail running culture is equal parts grit and absurdity.The episode closes with reflection, reset energy, and a handoff to the rest of Season 5 — a season focused less on rankings and more on longevity, healing, and running races the way they're meant to be run. DNFs are discussed without shame, big goals are still on the horizon, and both hosts agree on one thing: this podcast keeps them grounded. Welcome back to HappyCast — the banter is back, the miles are messy, and we're just getting started.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and we always appreciate you leaving a good rate and review. Join the Facebook Group and follow us on Instagram and check out our website for the more episodes, posts and merchandise coming soon. Have a topic you'd like to hear discussed in depth, or a guest you'd like to nominate? Email us at info@happyendingstc.org

We got our big juicy pumps for this amazing episode! We started by talking about a couple pieces of personal news, including a shockingly cool number 4 ranking in the Ultra Runner of the Year voting... and some tough health findings from an MRI. The newest shoe review is a medical boot. It's still better than most trail shoes.The big science discussion was on a pair of studies on advanced female runners, with both finding low carbohydrate intake on training days. One of the studies on elite athletes found that 94.3% had low energy availability! We broaden out the discussion into nutritional approaches generally. And David tries to broaden it out into a thinkpiece about the food pyramid. At a certain point, maybe your thinkpiece is so wrong that you eventually loop around and become right? Don't answer that.And this one was full of great topics! Other topics: our approach to training and health with the foot, a study on using heat training to substitute for other types of training, what we'd spend with $200 a month, how we are making money off AI, the Burrito League, some quick thoughts on continuous lactate monitors, Shelby Houlihan and Molly Seidel setting records at trail races, Raya for trail and ultra runners, sleep and FKTs, blood tests and training for downhills in a flat place.We love you all! HUZZAH!-David and MeganClick "Claim Your Sponsorship" for $40 free credit at The Feed here: thefeed.com/swapBuy Janji's amazing gear: https://janji.com (code "SWAP")The Wahoo KICKR Run is the best treadmill on the market: https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills/kickr-run-buy (code “SWAP”)Athlete Blood Test (code "SWAP"): https://www.athletebloodtest.com/shop/For training plans, weekly bonus podcasts, articles, and videos: patreon.com/swap

The Free Outside Show is back for the new year, and I'm joined by our correspondent on everything, Allison Mercer. We're doing the exact opposite of the usual “five months from now” preview content that other podcasts are doing, and instead talking about what's actually happening this weekend: Bandera (with Molly Seidel), Houston Marathon for the OTQ watch, and why you should care about World Cross Country in Tallahassee (yes, it's watchable on Peacock, yes, team tactics make it way more fun than you think, and yes, there are statue alligators on the course).From there, we get into the real chaos: Burrito League expansion, why it works as an “anyone can play” running challenge, and how these community-wide games can be more accessible than the typical big-race ecosystem. Then we go full rant mode on year-end lists, award season fatigue, media bias, and why FKT stories often get misunderstood or flattened by outlets that do not actually live in that world. We also touch on sponsorship transparency, influencer economics, West Coast bias, and why the sport would be better off funding real coverage of barrier-breaking performances instead of paying for interchangeable promo codes. New year, same old us. Racing is back, and we have thoughts.Chapters00:00 Racing Resumes: Exciting Events Ahead05:30 The Thrill of Cross Country Championships08:38 Understanding Cross Country Scoring and Team Dynamics10:46 The Burrito League: A Unique Running Challenge13:42 The Influence of Social Media on Running Culture16:43 The Bias in Trail Running Media and Awards19:49 The Importance of FKTs in the Running Community22:40 The East vs. West Coast Debate in Trail Running25:48 The Shift in Sponsorships and Influencer Culture28:43 The Future of Trail Running Events and Coverage31:44 World Championships and the Impact of Air Quality35:34 Looking Ahead: Goals for 2026Support our Sponsors: Janji (code: Freeoutside): https://snp.link/a0bfb726CS Coffee: CSinstant.coffeeGarage Grown Gear: https://snp.link/db1ba8abSawyer Products: https://sawyerdirect.net/collections/stay-put-sunblock#RunningMedia #trailrunning #ultrarunning #runningpodcast #WorldCrossCountry #crosscountryrunning #BurritoLeague #fkt #runningcommunity #sportsmedia Subscribe 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

I mean, it's Molly freakin' Seidel, Olympic bronze medalist and all-around great person who is now a certified trail runner with a whole slate of off-road adventures lined up in 2026. We talk about that, but we also dive into mysterious vortexes, magic minerals, and her favorite shoes right now.Follow Molly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bygolly.molly/

Welcome to Rest Day, Freetrail's occasional news pod covering the latest happenings in trail running. This week we're joined by Tim Tollefson to talk through the following topics:   UTMB's Purchase of Zugspitz Ultra Trail The global event landscape and where independent events fit Caleb Olson wins GPT100 Kilian Jornet registers for Western States 2026 Molly Seidel and Des Linden moving from roads to trails Eliud Kipchoge wears Radical Air Flow at NYC Marathon New 50 Mile and 100 Mile World Records Personal running and life updates A lot more!   CHECK OUT MAMMOTH TRAILFEST   REGISTER FOR THE BIG ALTA   REGISTER FOR GORGE WATERFALLS   Sponsors: Grab a trail running pack from Osprey Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com Go to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava

New York City gears up for its biggest day of the year — the 2025 NYC Marathon. The race is as tough and electric as the city itself, and this year's field is stacked.Men's Preview:- Abdi Nageeye defends his title.- Legends Eliud Kipchoge and Kenenisa Bekele aim for one last battle.- Rising U.S. stars Biya Simbassa, Joe Klecker, and Hillary Bor chase world-class competition.Women's Preview:- Olympic champ Sifan Hassan has stolen the show as the headliner- Past NYC winners Sharon Lokedi, Sheila Chepkirui, and Helen Obiri return.- Fiona O'Keefe (first race since Trials win), Emily Sisson, and Molly Seidel add U.S. firepower.Where to watch:- National TV coverage: ESPN2, 8 AM ET.- Live commentary and analysis from the CITIUS MAG YouTube channel at the same time, live from the HOKA Flagship Store on 5th Ave.Also on today's show:- The World Treadmill Championships are real — and happening in 2026.- Iowa State XC athletes suspended for team rule violations?- Jakob Ingebrigtsen gets his tonsils out and now wants three world records.- Andreas Almgren has quietly pieced together one of Europe's best distance seasons in history.____________Hosts: Chris Chavez | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@chris_j_chavez on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ + Preet Majithia | ⁠⁠⁠@preet_athletics on Instagram⁠⁠⁠Produced by: Jasmine Fehr |⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@jasminefehr on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSNOMIO: Made with 80% broccoli sprout juice, 15% lemon juice, and 5% sugar, Nomio activates your body's natural defense systems to reduce lactate, speed recovery, and enhance muscle adaptation. Take one 60 ml shot three hours before training or racing and feel lighter, stronger, and more resilient. Available at The Feed — use code CITIUS15 for 15% off | ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thefeed.com/collections/nomio⁠⁠⁠WAHOO: The KICKR RUN isn't just another treadmill; it's a complete rethink of indoor running. With Dynamic Pacing, it automatically adjusts to your stride—no buttons, no breaking form, just pure running freedom. Its Terrain Simulation makes the deck feel like a track or trail, while lateral tilt mimics real-world conditions so you're always prepared for race day. So whether you're chasing your first half-marathon finish, a marathon PR, or your next trail adventure, the KICKR RUN is built to help you Run Your Run. Check it all out at ⁠WahooFitness.com⁠ and use code CITIUS at checkout.OLIPOP: Olipop's Crisp Apple: it's like sparkling apple juice meets those gummy apple rings from your childhood. It's sweet, fizzy, and comforting. Crisp Apple started as a holiday special, but people went absolutely wild for it. You begged, Olipop listened, and now it's officially part of the family. Like every Olipop, it's made with real ingredients that do good. 50 calories, 5g of sugar, and full of prebiotics and plant fiber that help your gut feel right. You can find Olipop at Target, Whole Foods, Walmart, or just head to ⁠DrinkOlipop.com and use code CITIUS25 for 25% off your orders.

"People can say whatever they want. But at the end of the day, I know what my bigger picture is. I know what my why is here. And so I'm just going to really try and stick to that knowing I feel very confident in what I'm trying to do, even if people might not understand it right now. It's all just a process, baby." Next weekend, Molly Seidel will run the TCS New York City Marathon — her first marathon in two years. But the Molly who will be lining up in Staten Island this year is very different from the fresh-off-earning-an-Olympic-bronze-medal Molly who ran it in 2021. (Her 2:24:42 is still the fastest time run by an American woman in NYC.) In this conversation, Molly talks about the highs from the past few years, including that fourth-place finish in New York City in 2021 and an eighth-place finish and personal best (2:23:07) at the Chicago Marathon in 2023. She also talks about the lows, including what was going on behind the scenes during those races, injuries, mental health struggles, and sponsorship changes. She offers updates on her new coach, her new home base, her new relationship, and her new relationship with running, and talks all about her training, mindset, and goals for race day in New York City. SPONSOR:  goodr: Click here and use code ALI for $5 off your next order. In this episode: What's making Molly happy today (2:05) How Molly is feeling heading into this year's New York City Marathon (5:15) How Molly today compares to the 2021 Molly who ran an American course record in NYC (11:05) Why Molly is calling Austin home right now (13:40) Why Molly changed coaches this year (20:35) What Molly's NYCM training has been like (23:30) What would make this year's New York City Marathon a success? (27:35) Molly's advice to fellow New York City Marathon runners (29:50) Molly's take on L.A. 2028 and whether she'll try to make another Olympic team, and what sponsorship looks like these days (35:00) Congrats, grad! Molly talks about earning her MBA (38:45) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!