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In this episode of Trail Society, Corrine Malcolm, Keely Henninger, and Hillary Allen dive into one of the biggest weeks in trail running, the 2025 UTMB Finals. From brutal weather and historically high dropout rates to some of the closest top-10 finishes ever, the crew breaks down all the drama across OCC, CCC, and UTMB. They highlight standout wins from Jim Walmsley, Ruth Croft, and Francesco Puppi, celebrate trailblazing performances from athletes representing countries new to the UTMB stage, and reflect on the growing but still uneven women's participation numbers. Beyond the race results, they explore what it means for athletes to double between UTMB, Hardrock, and upcoming World Championships, and touch on the ever-buzzing brand scene in Chamonix. Beyond the race, the crew highlights systemic challenges in sport: Strava and For All Mothers+ awarded $2,000 grants to 50 athlete-mothers to cover childcare costs and training expenses, directly addressing the “motherhood penalty” that prevents so many women from competing at the highest level. Tune in for a mix of insights, stories from the ground, and the unique perspective only this crew can bring. Sponsors We are so excited to be partnering with rabbit as our primary apparel sponsor this year! Send us some DMS about your favorite apparel and what you would like to see built for the trail running space!  So snag some of the new Trail Society x rabbit line before it's gone! CODE → TRAILHOP10 use at https://www.runinrabbit.com/   This was brought to you by @runfreetrail  

Dans l'ombre des champions de l'UTMBEt si derrière les exploits de Tom Evans et Ruth Croft, vainqueurs de l'UTMB 2025, se cachait un cerveau français ?Cet homme discret s'appelle Joseph Mestrallet. Data-scientist basé à Chamonix, il mesure, modélise et traduit les données d'entraînement pour transformer l'incertitude de l'ultra-trail en stratégie millimétrée.

UTMB delivered a huge weekend of trail racing, with Tom Evans winning the men's race and Ruth Croft taking the women's title to complete the UTMB triple. Georgia Taylor Brown has made her ambitions clear, she wants Olympic gold in Los Angeles in 2028. We discuss what it will take to get her there. At the T100 French Riviera, Ashleigh Gentle produced another world class performance to win the women's race, while Hayden Wilde backed up once again to take the men's title ahead of Jelle Geens and Samuel Dickinson. The WTCS French Riviera races were just as stacked. Matt Hauser stayed perfect this season with victory in the men's event, and Cassandre Beaugrand delivered a huge win in front of the home crowd in the women's race. We also recap Zell am See 70.3, where Kat Matthews took the win in the women's field and Fabian Kraft claimed the men's title, continuing his rise in the Pro Series standings.   To support the podcast please head to: patreon.com/talkingtriathlon Use "TALKINGTRIATHLON" at the www.therunningalgorithm.com  To watch this podcast as a video visit: https://bit.ly/3vzSss2  Or check us out on Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtriathlon You can follow James at https://www.instagram.com/bale.james85 You can follow Tim at https://www.instagram.com/tford14

Fresh (perhaps not so fresh) from the trails and podium of the UTMB, we chat to Tom Evans and Ruth Croft in this extra special bonus episode. Like and subscribe etc etc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Johnston, fresh off coaching both the men's and women's winners of UTMB in the same year, shares his coaching philosophy with Dirk Friel. Scott emphasizes the value of consistent, disciplined training rooted in tried-and-true principles. Not through flashy shortcuts, just a thoughtful blend of science, individualized pacing, and real-world adaptability. Throughout the conversation, Scott explains how he tailored training for Ruth Croft and Tom Evans, highlighting that while every Evoke Endurance training plan is built on a shared set of core principles, the real magic lies in personalizing workouts to each athlete's unique needs and life circumstances. Hear how Scott's approach balances rigorous data—like lactate testing and measured thresholds—with the all-important "soft" skills of daily check-ins, building trust, and keeping athletes mentally anchored during major events. One clear takeaway: success is less about pushing past your limits at every session and more about knowing when to hold back, adapt, or shift focus. Scott also dives into the technical side: steep treadmill sessions to build fatigue resistance, the smart use of poles, innovative altitude and heat strategies, and the power of true athlete-coach communication. 00:00 Race Preparation 05:17 Prepared for Rainy Conditions 09:08 Running Takes Backseat to New Priorities 11:00 Speed vs. Endurance Training Balance 15:56 Feared Treadmill Workout 17:04 Lactate-Controlled Workout Intensity 22:54 Technological Advancements Elevate Athletic Performance 24:32 Beyond Data: Understanding Athletes' Internal Load 28:14 Safe Training Limits Prevent Injuries 32:33 Coaches as Essential Partners

Podczas ostatniego festiwalu UTMB zauważyłem, że w eterze znajduje się bardzo wiele treści po angielsku, treści które są cenne, a które nie docierają do nas z powodu na barierę językową.Zebrałem więc kilka źródeł i przygotowałem dla Was materiał o zwycięzcach UTMB Tomie Evansie, Ruth Croft i ich trenerze Scocie Johnstonie oraz tajemniczym Jospehie Mestrallet - specem od zbierania i analizy danych. Materiały zaczerpnąłem z wywiadów na kanale Freetrail oraz Training Peaks.Jeśli materiał Ci się podoba - wyślij do znajomychBuźkaBlack Hat

We loaded up on sympathy baguettes for UTMB racers before recording this great episode! The main topic was digesting everything from UTMB week, including Jim Walmsley reinforcing his GOAT status, Courtney Dauwalter reinforcing hers, the coolest coaching story ever from Scott Johnston (who coached Ruth Croft and Tom Evans to UTMB wins), training takeaways, and so much more! The science breakdown looked at a new study that is being used to argue that low carb doesn't hurt high-intensity performance. We dive into the study design and statistics to show why that's the wrong conclusion. And this one had so many great topics! Other topics: going dark on the trails, Megan's new fast shoe, our trail supershoe rundown, the new Champion Plan for 100k to 100 miles, the minimum dose of passive heat training, using weight vests, what makes a good coach, a relationship question, relying on liquid carbs, engaging the glutes, drinking from streams, and climbing form.What's for dinner? We'll take the European Aid Station--baguettes, sausage, cheese, sparkling water, techno music, and being unable to drop out due to the language barrier.We love you all! HUZZAH!-Megan and DavidClick "Claim Reward" for free credit at The Feed here: thefeed.com/swap For training plans, weekly bonus podcasts, articles, and videos: patreon.com/swapBuy the Kickr Run treadmill (code "SWAP"): https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills/kickr-run-buyBuy Janji's amazing gear: https://janji.com/ (code "SWAP")

La série Sur les sentiers de Chamonix se poursuit avec la partie 4 consacrée à l'épreuve reine : l'UTMB, avec ses 174 km et ses 10 000 m de D+. Dans cet épisode, je vous emmène au cœur de la course pour revivre l'intensité des moments marquants, depuis le départ fébrile à Chamonix jusqu'aux passages mythiques en Italie et en Suisse. Vous serez plongés dans l'ambiance grâce à des entrevues réalisées sur le vif, entre Chamonix, Courmayeur, La Fouly et Vallorcine. On revit les superbes victoires de Ruth Croft et Tom Evans, mais aussi les coulisses d'une édition épique marquée par la pluie, les encouragements enflammés et des célébrations uniques à Notre-Dame de la Gorge, sous une pluie battante, et à la désormais légendaire Mission Vallorcine organisée par Les genoux dans le GIF. Au micro, vous entendrez : Audrée Lafrenière, Mathieu Blanchard, Josué Lobry, William Walcker, Jeff Pelletier et Alice Bourgeois. Une immersion différente, authentique et vibrante, rendue possible grâce à la Näak Cheer Squad, présente pour encourager les athlètes aux points névralgiques de la course.La série Sur les sentiers de Chamonix est rendu possible grâce à On, Näak, La Clinique du Coureur, l'Équipe Simpson Multi-Prêts Hypothèques et les UltraNomades.CréditsDesign graphique : David HébertThème musical : Frédérick DesrochesIdée originale, production, recherche et animation : Yannick Vézina© Pas sorti du bois 2025

Denis berichtet von seinem Lauf um den Mont Blanc und vom Gefühl ein Finisher des UTMB zu sein. Es geht um eine Nacht im Schneesturm, wie es ist während des Laufens einzuschlafen und weshalb die Zeit irgendwann völlig egal wurde...natürlich sprechen Tom und Denis auch über das Rennen der Elite, die Siege von Ruth Croft und Tom Evans. Viel Spaß. #utmb #ultratrail #chamonixSupport the show

Dans cet épisode spécial enregistré au DLTDC Penthouse à Chamonix, on revient sur une édition 2025 de l'UTMB marquée par une météo extrême, des favoris en difficulté et l'émergence d'une nouvelle génération.Avec Vincent Viet(team manager Salomon) et Joseph Mestrallet (Performance Scientist), on analyse les performances de François d'Haene, Courtney Dauwalter, Tom Evans, Ben Dhiman et la victoire impressionnante de Ruth Croft et Camille Bruyas ! Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Voici le RÉCAP D+ du 1er septembre 2025, le flash info du trail signé Distances+ présenté par Franck Berteau et Chloé Rebaudo, à écouter en quelques minutes chaque lundi.Au sommaire cette semaine : le sacre de Tom Evans et Ruth Croft sur l'UTMB, et celui de Francesco Puppi et Martyna Mlynarczyk sur la CCC ; la victoire sur un fil de Jim Walmsley sur l'OCC et la confirmation de la Kényane Joyline Chepngeno, quasiment intouchable cette saison ; le triomphe d'Antoine Charvolin sur la TDS, et celui de l'Américaine Careth Arnold pour sa première course en Europe.

Il est Performance Scientist de T. Evans et R. Croft ! Un épisode qui va ravir les fans d'ultra, de trail et de data

This interview is part of Freetrail's coverage of the 2025 Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB). Our shows and athlete interviews are hosted by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year.   In this interview, Dylan talks to the 2025 UTMB Champion, Ruth Croft!   Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage leading into the 2025 UTMB. All shows hosted by Dylan Bowman, with special guests listed below:   Friday August 22nd: Top 10 Storylines of the 2025 UTMB with Tim Tollefson Saturday August 23rd: OCC Preview Show with Dani Moreno Sunday August 24th: CCC Preview Show with Hayden Hawks Monday August 25th: UTMB Preview Show with Sally McRae Tuesday August 26th: Final Predictions Show with Corrine Malcolm & Keith Byrne Wednesday August 27th: TDS Recap Show with Ryan Sandes & Martina Valmassoi  Thursday August 28th: OCC Recap Show with Corrine Malcolm and Ryan Montgomery Friday August 29th: We'll provide photo and video coverage of the race for the Freetrail social channels. Make sure to follow along here and @runfreetrail on Instagram. Saturday August 30th: UTMB Instant Reactions + CCC Results Show with Jim Walmsley & Sally McRae Sunday August 31st: UTMB Week recap with Corrine Malcolm   Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events and pick 10-deep for OCC, CCC & UTMB for a chance to win sweet prizes including Freetrail swag and special items from our partners HOKA, SunGod and more!   Our 2025 UTMB coverage is brought to you by HOKA, the best people and products in the trail running business. The show is also made possible with support from Red Bull & SunGod. We're grateful for their support!  HOKA Make sure to check out the HOKA Mafate 5, the shoe Hayden was wearing during his interview and the CCC Preview show recordings today! The Mafate 5 is a shoe with plush cushioning for tough terrain. A pinnacle product for technical trail, the Mafate 5 goes the extra mile with more cushioning and protection than ever before. Built tough for mileage chasers, this tenacious trail runner helps maintain control during long haul efforts with our Rocker Integrity Technology™ and protects from trail debris with an optional ankle gaiter. Finished with a soft, springy foam just underfoot and impact-absorbing foam near the sole, the Mafate 5 is grounded in aggressive Vibram® Megagrip traction lugs. No doubt, this is the shoe our team will be wearing on the trails all week in Chamonix! SunGod   A longtime friend of Freetrail, we're grateful for SunGod's support of Freetrail's UTMB coverage this year! SunGod makes performance eyewear worn by the world's top trail running athletes.   Use code FREETRAIL10 off SunGod products at https://sungod.avln.me/c/xfOAIzPFAeSd   Freetrail Pro members receive a deeper discount on SunGod, available after you sign up at https://freetrail.com/pro   Red Bull   Thanks to one of Dylan's longest sponsors for supporting our coverage of UTMB. To get your daily dose of epic adventure content, follow @redbulladventure. Make sure to also check out the latest season of Red Bull's How to Be Superhuman podcast for immersive stories of incredible achievements in trail running and beyond.   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

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Ruth Croft joins the show fresh off her victory at the 2025 UTMB. With this win, she completed the trifecta of finals victories (adding to her titles at CCC and OCC). In this conversation, we briefly reflect on the race but also take some time to explore her background and the transformative decisions she's made to reach this moment.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK15 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 15% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Ruth on Instagram, StravaFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

An interview with Ruth Croft after her win of the 2025 UTMB. In this interview, Ruth talks about how she had to switch her strategy from focusing on splits to just surviving the bad weather in the night, how having a DNF from hypothermia at Transvulcania earlier this year helped her manage the weather conditions, and how a 10-year relationship with the UTMB races, which started with the 20215 CCC, finally culminated with a win on the big loop.

Chamonix a tremblé ce week end ! Sous la pluie, la neige et la grêle, l'UTMB 2025 a changé de visage et de héros. Tom Evans décroche enfin le Graal en 19h18'56 sur un parcours modifié (section des Pyramides calcaires supprimée dans la nuit). Après deux DNF, le Britannique s'accroche, partage la trace avec Ben Dhiman et Jonathan Albon, puis célèbre à sa façon en buvant du Red Bull dans sa chaussure avant d'embrasser sa femme et leur nouveau-né : la victoire a le goût de la persévérance.Chez les femmes, la reine Courtney Dauwalter mène… avant de vaciller dans la longue descente du Grand Col Ferret. Ruth Croft saisit sa chance entre La Fouly et Champex-Lac et s'impose en 22h56'23. Camille Bruyas signe un retour majuscule : 2ᵉ en 23h28'48, portée par un public en fusion. Courtney termine finalement dixième avec une leçon d'humilité et de résilience, elle prouve pas son état d'esprit qu'elle est bien la reine de l'ultra trail mondial avec un mental hors norme et une passion inébranlable pour son sport. Respect Madame Dauwalter vous êtes gigantesque....Dans la nuit précédente, François D'Haene a, lui, renoncé au lac de Combal. Un épisode pour revivre une édition hors norme : météo dantesque, parcours retouché, renversements de course et pure résilience. Trail Story vous raconte comment les mythes se construisent… quand rien ne se passe comme prévu.

An interview with Ruth Croft before the 2025 UTMB. In this interview, Ruth talks about some of the things that she's changed from last year, her pacing, and some of her training techniques.

Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc 2025Suite de la série "A la conquête du Mont Blanc" où nous allons décortiquer l'UTMB 205. Histoire, parcours, outsiders, favoris, tout va y passer et nous nous retrouverons chaque mercredis pour un nouvel épisode. Et aujourd'hui nous allons découvrir qui sont mes Favorites, celles qui, selon moi, vont faire la course devant et vont se livrer une bataille épique pour le podium et la victoire.Ainsi nous allons parler dans cette vidéo de Camille Bruyas, Katarina Hartmuth, Abby Hall qui vient de remporter la Western States 2025, Lin Chen 4eme de l'UTMB 2024, Ruth Croft seconde en 2024 et biensur Courtney Dauwalter, 3 fois vainqueur de cet Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc et grande favorite de cette édition. N'hésitez pas à me donner vos favorites et à me lâcher vos pronostics.On continue à échanger ! Bonne écoute

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Des Linden joins us live in Olympic Valley the week before the 2025 Western States 100 for a wide-ranging conversation about her deepening relationship with the trail and ultrarunning scene.In this episode, we dig into Des's recent adventures off-road — from training with Ruth Croft in New Zealand, to participating in the Western States Training Camp last month, to her pacing duties this year for Joe McConaughy. With each step into the trail world, Des seems to be signaling that this chapter of her career is just getting started.We talk about whether Des envisions a full pivot to trail running, what she still wants to accomplish on the roads (including any future marathons), and how events like Tunnel Hill 50 in November fit into her overall vision for the next few years.Partners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACKPOD30 at checkout on their website to get 30% off your purchase.Naak - use code SINGLETRACK20 at checkout on their website (https://www.naak.com/) to get 20% off your purchase.Raide - Making equipment for efficient human-powered movement in the mountains (https://raideresearch.com/)Additional Links:Follow Leah on Instagram,  Strava, TwitterFollow Brett on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, YoutubeSupport the show

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Au sommaire du 69e épisode de La Bande à D+ à la Transvulcania, présenté par Nicolas Fréret :

Dans la deuxième partie de cet épisode nous retrouvons, Joseph Mestrallet, fondateur de la start-up Enduraw, il accompagne aujourd'hui des figures majeures du trail mondial comme Ruth Croft 2ème de l'UTMB 2024, Tom Evans 1er de la western states 2023 et 3ème de l'UTMB 2022 ou Petter Engdahl 1erde la Transvulcania 2022, en utilisant la data comme levier stratégique pour performer le jour J.

Et si la performance ne se jouait plus seulement sur les sentiers, mais aussi derrière un écran ?Joseph Mestrallet, fondateur de la start-up Enduraw, accompagne aujourd'hui des figures majeures du trail mondial comme Ruth Croft 2ème de l'UTMB 2024, Tom Evans 1er de la western states 2023 et 3ème de l'UTMB 2022 ou Petter Engdahl 1erde la Transvulcania 2022, en utilisant la data comme levier stratégique pour performer le jour J.

Kia ora e te whānau.St. Valentine's Day is for lovers, and we thought what better way to celebrate our love for Tarawera Ultra Trail and the people at the pinnacle of our sport than to change up your standard interview format to something that vibed with the day. Our pros had three minutes each, randomly drawn questions, some about running, some not, and one opportunity to pass. We spoke to Caitlin Fielder, Dan Jones, Ruth Croft, Hadyen Hakes, Konoka Azumi, Ryan Montgomery, Robbie Simpson,  Helen Redcloud Mino Faulkner, and Lucy Bartholomew. It was great to hear the pros being quick on their feet in a different sense of the word. Also, you'll hear in this episode a tale of two milers and Ali's perspective starting these events and welcoming people home.  Dirt Church Radio - Best Enjoyed Running Tarawera Ultra Trail By UTMB Sign up to the DCR AidStation newsletterDirt Church Merch!The Squadrun 4-Week Training Trial for DCR Listeners!Dirt Church Radio on InstagramDirt Church Radio on Facebook Further Faster New ZealandEnjoy!Music by Andrew McDowall, Digicake

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2025 Tarawera by UTMB! Set against the beautiful backdrop of Rotorua, NZ, an outdoor and trail sport mecca known for its rolling hills, thermal pools, and beautiful lakes, Tarawera plays host to four different race distances — 100m, 102k, 50k, & 21k.    Thanks to HOKA for supporting the show!

Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2025 Tarawera by UTMB! Set against the beautiful backdrop of Rotorua, NZ, an outdoor and trail sport mecca known for its rolling hills, thermal pools, and beautiful lakes, Tarawera plays host to four different race distances — 100m, 102k, 50k, & 21k. We'll be covering as much as we can from all races, with a particular focus on the 102k where four Golden Tickets to Western States are on the line.    Follow along for coverage all weekend and follow us on IG for race day coverage from the course.   Thanks to HOKA for supporting the show!

Partenariat TOP4RUNNING : 5% de réduction supplémentaire grâce au code OYM5 à utiliser juste ici : ⁠⁠PROMO TOP4RUNNING Aujourd'hui, j'ai le plaisir de retrouver Joseph Mestralet, mathématicien et fondateur du Labo de Performance Enduraw, pour une suite très attendue à notre premier épisode enregistré il y a plus d'un an. Dans cette conversation, nous faisons un point sur tout ce qui a changé pour Joseph et son entreprise depuis notre dernier échange. Dans une première partie, il se représente brièvement et nous fait une mise à jour : nouveaux projets, réorganisation, apprentissages... Ensuite, nous plongeons dans le cœur de cet épisode avec deux grands sujets passionnants : Son rôle clé auprès de la Fédération Française d'Athlétisme pour les Jeux Olympiques de Paris 2024, où il a été mandaté pour élaborer des plans de pacing sur-mesure grâce à des prédictions algorithmiques. Le plan de pacing révolutionnaire qu'il a conçu pour Ruth Croft à l'UTMB, une stratégie audacieuse, prédite par la data, qui lui a permis de réaliser une course exceptionnelle. Enfin, dans la dernière partie, nous abordons des thématiques tout aussi riches et variées : Les jumeaux numériques, ces simulations d'athlètes basées sur des données biomécaniques et physiques, qui optimisent les entraînements. L'avenir des disciplines, les incursions de certains spécialiste d'une discipline sur une autre comme Hassan Chadi aux Templiers. La professionnalisation croissante de disciplines comme le trail, et les perspectives d'avenir pour ces sports. Et même des sujets comme la création de teams de trail et leur impact sur l'écosystème sportif. Un épisode dense et passionnant, qui mêle innovation, performance et réflexion sur l'avenir du sport. Bonne écoute !

Voici le 16e épisode de la 3e saison de La Bande à D+ animé par Nicolas Fréret avec :

Autour du journaliste de Distances+ Nicolas Fréret, les membres de La Bande à D+ Stéphane Brogniart, Ludo Collet, Ugo Ferrari, Nico Martin et Robin Schmitt des Genoux dans le GIF débriefent à froid la 21e édition de l'UTMB (176 km, 10 000 m D+), remportée par l'Américaine Katie Schide dans un temps canon (22 h 09) et le Français Vincent Bouillard, que personne n'avait vu venir à ce niveau (19 h 54).

An interview with Ruth Croft after her second-place finish at the 2024 UTMB.

An interview with Ruth Croft before the 2024 UTMB.

Today, New Zealand elite runner Ruth Croft, double winner of the OCC in 2018 and 2019, winner of the CCC in 2015 and the Western States in 2022, meets Camille Olianti, a passionate french runner and DJ. On a pedal boat, in the middle of Annecy's Lake, they talk about how they came to trail running, and share about discipline and mental preparation.We hope you'll enjoy this moment where their paths crossed.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Crossed Paths is a UTMB World Series podcast.Each month two athletes, one elite and one amateur, meet and discuss what trail running means to them.In this conversation, they'll also reveal what drives them in life, and how they express it on the hills.They share their common passions, interests, beliefs and get to know each other along the way. And so will we.We hope you'll enjoy this privileged moment where… they crossed paths. You can find out more about UTMB World series on https://utmb.world/ or https://linktr.ee/utmbworldseries▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Three easy ways to support us ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 1. Subscribe to the podcast

A new episode is coming soon: New Zealand elite runner Ruth Croft, winner of the Western States, CCC, and two-time OCC champion, meets Camille Olianti, a passionate french runner and DJ. Here's a sneak peek while you wait for the full episode to be released.▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Crossed Paths is a UTMB World Series podcast.Each month two athletes, one elite and one amateur, meet and discuss what trail running means to them.In this conversation, they'll also reveal what drives them in life, and how they express it on the hills.They share their common passions, interests, beliefs and get to know each other along the way. And so will we.We hope you'll enjoy this privileged moment where… they crossed paths. You can find out more about UTMB World series on https://utmb.world/ or https://linktr.ee/utmbworldseries▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Three easy ways to support us ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 1. Subscribe to the podcast

Kia ora e te whānau! On this episode, Eugene and Matt are joined by the brains trust of SQUADRUN Ali Pottinger and Kerry Suter for a play-along-at-home adventure around the start of planning for a big adventure or event, in this case, Matt's build up to the Tarawera Ultra Trail. As usual with these conversations, Kerry and Ali are wise beyond years, and a font of incredible knowledge. Not to be missed. Dan Jones also checks in after his remarkable fourth-place run at Western States last weekend, and we debate the merits of standing in the way of Ruth Croft at UTMB (spoiler alert: Don't).Sign up to the DCR AidStation Episode links:SQUADRUNDirt Church Merch!Maree Leith Pledge Me for Finding Her Stride NickrunsAustralia.org.nz Inia Raumati Kia Mau Kia Ora CurranzJulbo Eyewear UltrAspireDirt Church Radio on InstagramDirt Church Radio on Twitter Dirt Church Radio on Facebook CieleFurther Faster New ZealandEnjoy!Music by Andrew McDowall, Digicakethespectacle.co.nz curraNZ.co.nzFit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Save 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKIPEDIA at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comThis week on the podcast Mikki speaks to entrepreneur, former pro triathlete and accomplished endurance runner Beth McKenzie on balancing life, sport and business and how important family and community is in enabling them to live their best lives in Noosa. They discuss the ins and outs of Beth's training for the UTA (which she won last weekend) and for Tarawera 104km (coming in 2nd behind Ruth Croft), her Olympic qualifying marathon attempts (Beth is an amazing runner) her diet and supplements, and where the best beer is in San Diego (Beth's home town). They also talk about the ethos of  Wyn Republic (the apparel company she and husband Luke co-founded), and how it is a staunch supporter of the wider endurance community. This is such a fun conversation that offers insight into the life and times of a real high achiever, you're going to love it.Beth McKenzie https://www.instagram.com/bethgmckenzie/?hl=enWyn Republic https://wynrepublic.com/ Contact Mikki:https://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwillidenCurranz supplement: MIKKI saves you 25% at www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk off your first order

Kia ora e te whānau!! Holy Hecka ... the four-day three-ring circus that is Tarawera Ultra-Trail has rolled into town for 2024, and we couldn't wait to get this out to you all as a wee bonus treat. First off, for your entertainment we have the 2024 Elite Q & A live show, featuring Ruth Croft, Daniel Jones, Kate Avery and an amazing conversation with Tim Day, the Tarawera Ultra-Trail Course Director. Next up we have a truly uplifting conversation with Troy Sachs and Zach Friedley, both adaptive athletes, both alumni of DCR, and both competing at Tarawera. Troy, who, not content with being a member of the Australian Sports Hall of Fame, and Paralympian, was setting out to set an adaptive record in the 50km. Zach Friedley, professional trail runner for On running, and founder of Born to Adapt, was in the 21km, supporting his friend Matt Bryson, an adaptive athlete also completing the 21km.  Best Enjoyed Running.Episode Links Subscribe to the DCR newsletter and DCR AidStation podcastRuth Croft on InstagramDaniel Jones Lessons from the Long Run  Kate Avery on Instagram Tarawera Ultra Trail CurranzSCOTT Running Julbo Eyewear UltrAspireirunfarDirt Church Radio on InstagramDirt Church Radio on Twitter Dirt Church Radio on Facebook CieleFurther Faster New ZealandSit Back and Enjoy!

For the first 10 days of 2024, Freetrail will be rolling out our Trail Runner Of The Year award, presented by Ketone IQ. The award recognizes the top-10 male and female athletes of the 2023 season, as voted on by 1000 trail runners from around the world.    In #9, we're joined by Tyler Green from Portland, OR and Ruth Croft from New Zealand.   Tyler's highlights: 3rd place at Transgrancanaria 2nd place at Western States 100 7th place at UTMB   Ruth's Highlights: 6 races, with 4 victories 1st place at Zugspitz Ultra Trail 1st place at Ultra Trail Cape Town   Check back in tomorrow for #8!    GET 30% OFF YOUR SUBSCRIPTION OF KETONE IQ

Delighted to chat to athlete Kristian Morgan about his incredible Appalachian Trail southbound, supported record of 45 days, 4 hours and 27 minutes, finishing on 16 Sept 2023. Kristian has shaved over 18 hours off the previous record held by the legendary Karl ‘Speedgoat' Metlzer in 2016. Kristian is also a coach so we have a few questions for him about long distance and multi-day running from how to deal with foot pain to the essential gear to carry. We also want to know why he was frequently filmed stopping to do a dance on the trail, how did he get time? And....what's next in 2024?Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/TVq3gVwFUIMSee Kristian's Donald Duck trail dance here https://www.instagram.com/reel/CwlEWlivN0Z/Kristian's coaching https://www.kristianultra.com/Vote him for FKT of the year here https://forms.gle/wZA3ZfiEyrg56Utd6Support Kristian's 2024 Northbound overall record here https://www.gofundme.com/f/AT-24This broadcast is sponsored by CurraNZ, the New Zealand 100% blackcurrant supplement for trail and ultra runners which is packed full of anti-inflammatory anti-oxidants, used by Kristian and me, NZ athlete Ruth Croft who won Western States 2022, plus UK fell and ultra runner Kim Collison, interviewed here https://youtube.com/live/_VtFTBDzRuQ CurraNZ won a Best Recovery Product Award in 2020 & 2021 and it has been called the Nike Vapour Fly of running supplements. And if you don't feel the recovery benefits you get your money back. What's not to like? Find out more and buy CurraNZ here https://curranz.com/My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Fancy a show without ads? Subscribe! https://plus.acast.com/s/wildgingerrunning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ruth Croft is a professional trail runner for Adidas Terrex preparing for the 2023 UTMB in Chamonix, France.Sponsors:Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes.Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website (https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast) to get 15% off your next order.Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.com/) to get 20% off your next order.Oladance - use code ST at this link (https://oladance.com/ST) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones.Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link (brooskrunning.com/singletrack)Pillar Performance - use code SINGLETRACK at checkout on their website for 15% off your next order. American listeners - use this link. International listeners - use this link.Links:Follow Ruth on Instagram, StravaFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Ruth is a professional trail runner hailing from the West Coast of New Zealand, most famous for winning the 2022 Western States 100, having come second the year prior. Trail running fans were no stranger to Ruth though, given her absolute dominance of the 30-50k distance in the years preceding this having won some of the most prestigious trail races in the world including the OCC at UTMB and Marathon du Mont Blanc. Ruth has won races in: Spain, Italy, France, Austria, Switzerland, NZ, Australia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China and Malaysia. She has a very impressive 2:34 road marathon to her name, whilst also coaching athletes and studying naturopathy. 02:35 – David and Xylon's training06:15 – Community shoutouts14:00 – Episode starts15:15 – How did Ruth start in sport17:05 – Leaving university after 1 day and not taking a college scholarship initially19:04 – Ruth's college career20:15 – What's hard, a marathon, 300m steeple or 100 miles20:50 – How did Ruth get into trail running?22:20 – How did Ruth end up in Taipei?25:27 – Why did Ruth get back into running in Taiwan?26:53 – Transitioning coaches27:47 – What does Ruth attribute to her versatility in trailrunning to?29:48 – Being ready for a race distance31:26 – How does Ruth choose races?32:40 – How does Ruth approach fueling for different races?35:26 – How has training changed for Ruth?37:18 – What does a training week look like for Ruth?38:09 – Why does Ruth spin? And how long is a long run?38:40 – Changing from RPE to Heart rate in training39:20 – Is changing coaches refreshing?40:12 – What are Ruth's favorite and least favorite training sessions?41:48 – Ruth's attempt at racing the marathon at the Olympics43:04 – How does Ruth split her living locations?44:18 – What does Ruth do during her time in New Zealand in terms of training?45:04 – What is it like being a professional trail runner?48:20 – Ruth's Naturopathy studies50:05 – How does Naturopathy impact Ruth's views on being a professional trail runner?51:00 – How does Ruth know when she is ready to race again?52:55 – What has Ruth learned since using Supersapiens?54:30 – How is UTMB training going?56:14 – Any thoughts on doing the other races at the UTMB festival?57:20 – What is the PTL and UTMB?58:19 – Rush Round63:38 – Outo

Kia ora e te whānau. We're taking some time off as 2022 has been a whole mood (as the youth say). So for the next few weeks we've got our annual summer editions. This week we have a colab! This  is an interview that the one and only Ruth Croft did with the team at the Between Two Beers podcast late last year. We heard it and thought, as many times as we've had Ruth on DCR this is something DCR listeners would love to hear! There's plenty we learned about Ruth, including her trucking days. And she knows some shade our way too, so that's always good. And, look a huge thanks to our mates at Between Two Beers, Steven Holloway and Seamus Marten. If you haven't heard it before, we'd encourage you to take a listen - they do some really great deep-dive interviews with some really interesting people - enjoy!Episode Links Ruth Croft Between Two Beers Podcast The ACCSCOTT Running Coros NZJulbo Eyewear UltrAspireirunfarGivealitle for Kerry's Rehab Dirt Church Radio on InstagramDirt Church Radio on Twitter Dirt Church Radio on Facebook Dirt Church Radio on PatreonCieleFurther Faster New Zealand

Kia ora e te whānau. This week, Matt and Eugene make the trek from Nor' Westland  into the wilds of the wilds of suburbia to join the Dwight to our Taupin, the Ridgeley to our Michael, The Afanasieff to our Carey, the indomitable Andrew McDowall, to look back with the beginnings of fondness (or at least a sense of thank fond that's over) at the year that we didn't need, nor indeed want … 2022. The highs, the lows, the excitement of looking forward to races not being canceled, maybe. It's been a trip. Ruth Croft bestrode the world like a laconic Atlanta, and some other people had a pretty good year in running too. We discuss our Greatest Runs Ever of 2022, then change into our penguin suits for the Dirt Church Radio Awards (the awards ceremony with neither awards nor ceremony) and engage in a bloody good chat about the sport and the culture we love … running. This is the final “proper” DCR of 2022, and we want to thank you all more than ever for the engagement, encouragement, and the aroha that you have shown us this year. We feel a distinct privilege to do what we do, and can't wait to come back refreshed for 2023. Meri Kirihimete and please, enjoy!Episode Links Digicake StudioSCOTT Running Coros NZJulbo Eyewear UltrAspireirunfarGivealitle for Kerry's Rehab Dirt Church Radio on InstagramDirt Church Radio on Twitter Dirt Church Radio on Facebook Dirt Church Radio on PatreonCieleFurther Faster New Zealand

If the West Coast of the South Island were a parent - it would be punching well above its weight in producing some of Aotearoa's most successful athletes. Among the talented pool to have originated there is Ruby Tui, Ruth Croft and Paul Coll. Josh Komen's a resident too and he's been having a close look at what makes the region so special when it comes to sporting success. He talks to Jesse.

Today's NZ Sporting history is about ultra-marathon running. Last year Ruth Croft won the Tarawera Ultra Marathon, the first person - man or woman - across the line. This made her the first woman ever to claim the outright title. And if 102 kilometres wasn't enough, this year she went to California and won the female title in the 2022 Western States 100 MILE race - that's 161 kilometres. Ruth talks to Jesse about getting started in the extreme sport and becoming so good at it.

Abby Hall is a professional trail runner from Flagstaff, AZ, running for Adidas Terrex. Most recently, Abby finished 3rd place at CCC, then followed it up with a victory at Transvulcania. We talked about Abby leaving her full time job as a designer to go all-in as a professional athlete, what she's learned from her friend and teammate Ruth Croft, self-confidence and self doubt, her season, and how she's been able to make such a leap in performances on the international circuit.    Follow Abby on IG   Join Freetrail Pro   Pre-order the GS:TAM!   ________________________   Sponsors: Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear Use code freetrail15 for 15% off Gnarly Nutrition Visit boafit.com to check out the best fit system on the planet ________________________   Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube   Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava   ________________________   Other Freetrail podcast episodes you might enjoy:   Kilian Jornet | The New NNormal   Tim Tollefson | The Infinite Game   Clare Gallagher | Black Canyon 100k Champion   Jim Walmsley | Engagement, Moving to Europe, Western States, and UTMB

Fresh off her first place finish at the legendary Western States Endurance Run (where she ran the third-fastest time ever), Adidas Terrex pro Ruth Croft joins us to talk about her training leading up to the race, her fueling, her strategy, and how the heck she got into ultrarunning in the first place. Shop Adidas Terrex: https://bit.ly/SHOP-ADIDAS-TERREX Follow Ruth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthcrofty/ *Apologies, we had a bit of an echo on this one for Robbe and Meaghan at times, hope it's not too annoying This episode is sponsored by Inside Tracker, which helps you optimize your body and running, using science and technology to deliver ultra-personalized guidance for your training and health. Drop listeners save 20% on any product (no code necessary): https://www.insidetracker.com/dropin

New Zealand ultra-marathon runner Ruth Croft has won the Western States Endurance 100 race in California - described as one of the world's toughest races - in searing 40 degree heat. It was redempetion for the Wanaka based professional runner who came second in the same race last year. Her time of 17 hours 21 minutes and 30 seconds was the third fastest in the race's history.

Ruth Croft winning the 2022 Western States 100 and her finish-line interview.

Ruth Croft is a professional trail runner for Adidas Terrex based in New Zealand. She returns to the Western States 100 following a 2nd place finish at last year's event.Timestamps:(1:55) - training and racing and traveling during the pandemic(3:37) - incorporating road training into the Western States block(4:22) - training in Flagstaff, AZ(5:49) - motivations for this year's Western States(7:07) - goals and expectations for race day(7:58) - race day gearLinks:Follow Ruth on InstagramGet coached by RuthThis episode is sponsored by Soar Running. Use code Singletrack20 at checkout to get 20% off your next order.Additional Episodes You May Enjoy:#85 - Keely Henninger | 2022 Western States 100 Pre-Race Interview#81 - Lucy Bartholomew | 2022 Western States 100 Pre-Race Interview#80 - Emily Hawgood | 2022 Western States 100 Pre-Race Interview#79 - Brittany Peterson | 2022 Western States 100 Pre-Race Interview#76 - Katie Asmuth | 2022 Western States Pre-Race Interview Support the show