Podcasts about Tarawera

In Episode 98 of Peak Pursuits brought to you by ASICS, Sim and Vlad start out by chatting through Vlad's experience at Tarawera, including what led to his DNF and his lessons for moving forward. They are then joined by Sarah Ludowici to go through the results of the weekends Australian Short Trail Championships, followed by a discussion on equality and inclusion after event policies rendered Sarah unable to participate in the 30km event she was registered for due to the timing of the race briefing, her need to look after her beautiful 10month old Aurora at that time, and inflexibility on accommodating this need. It sparks a larger discussion around what inclusion and equality looks like, and the effect it can have on groups of people when policies inadvertently disadvantage their ability to compete. The team then relay some of the results from what was a busy weekend, before previewing next week which is just as busy.We hope you enjoy! Results: Snowy Mountains Trail Run Hut 2 Hut Run the Lighthouse Takayna Trail Ultra ATR Summer Series 4: Cleland National Park Sydney Trail Summer Series 2: Manly Dam***Don't forget, use code PEAK at https://bix-hydration.myshopify.com/en-au for 20% off Bix products, exclusive to PPP listeners!***Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits!Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories, or email at peakpursuitspodcast@gmail.com. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!Follow Vlad: Instagram | StravaFollow Sim: Instagram | StravaFollow Sarah: InstagramMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: K08PMQ3RATCE215R

This week, James Elson is joined by Head of Endurance Robbie Britton to discuss our brand new coaching website. The two go on to discuss the weekly news covering the results from Barkley Marathons, Black Canyon Ultras and Tarawera. Photo: Anne Flower ©Mark Griffith-Black Canyon Ultras – World Trail Majors

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.

In Episode 97 of Peak Pursuits Holly Ranson sits down with James to talk through her Tarawera run and that unforgettable moment of being handed a Golden Ticket to Western States on the finish line after her 4th place finish!Hear about Holly's training, approach to the race, and everything that goes into Holly's impressive running career so far. The duo then touch on the Barkley Marathons, with no finishers in this years event, before chatting through a listener question on when to DNF vs when to push on and finish if a race isn't going to plan. As usual you'll also hear a bunch of results and a brief preview of this weekends Australian Championships and Hut2Hut!Results: Australian Alpine Ascent Yaberoo Trail Twilight Ultra SEQ Trail Series Round 6: Wyaralong Dam Upper Beaconsfield Tower Run***Don't forget, use code PEAK at https://bix-hydration.myshopify.com/en-au for 20% off Bix products, exclusive to PPP listeners!***Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits!Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!Follow James: Instagram | Strava | WebsiteFollow Holly: InstagramMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: K08PMQ3RATCE215R

In one of the most action-packed weekends of ultrarunning in recent memory, we followed Tarawera, Black Canyon, and the Barkley Marathons as they unfolded simultaneously. Jeff Colt joins the show to break it all down. We also cover the PTRA's advisory vote on pacing at championship-level races, crowdfunded prize purses, Outside Interactive's profitability, the 603 Endurance sale to Marathon Sports, Mount to Coast's pro team announcement, and Broken Arrow's Trail Futures initiative.Timestamps:00:00 Black Canyon 100K + 50K Highlights04:04 Tarawera 102K Insights08:06 Barkley Marathons Update12:08 Crowdfunded Prize Purse Initiative15:54 Pacer Vote and Its Implications19:58 Outside Interactive's Profitability23:57 603 Endurance Acquisition25:46 Mount to Coast Team AnnouncementPartners: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

Ce podcast est soutenu par CIMALP.Voici le RÉCAP D+ du 16 février 2026, le flash info du trail signé Distances+ présenté par Franck Berteau et Chloé Rebaudo, à écouter en quelques minutes chaque lundi.Vous entendrez le vainqueur du 650 km du Yukon Arctic Ultra, Paul Clément, Louise Serban-Penoat de retour à la compétition sur le Tarawera en Nouvelle-Zélande, Ferdinand Airault qui signe un top 6 malgré l'adversité au Black Canyon Ultra et l'une des révélations 2025, Antoine Thiriat, qui nous annonce son début de saison compliqué en raison d'une grosse blessure.Le Récap D+ original est réalisé par Clément Lainé.Le design sonore de ce Récap D+ audio est signé Alexandre Ferreira.

Get in touch with Ultrarunning Sam here ⬅️Hayley Wilson - Podcast listener and Home Trails WhatsApp group member, joins me for a run down of whats been happening in the sport over the weekend!We chat about the results from the 2 separate golden ticket races that were held over the weekend - Black Canyons 100/50k held in the USA and Tarawera 100k held simultaneously down under in New Zealand. Multiple golden tickets were up for grabs in each of the races, so we chat about who won what.Obviously we talk about the shock news that Barkely Marathons were held the earliest in the year yet! With 22 names....named we only had one runner complete a "fun run" of 3 loops and 4 others complete 2 loops. Laz is back up his old trick of making the race impossible to finish it seems!HT@ultrarunning_sam @hometrails_ http://www.youtube.com/@ultrarunningsam

Tarawera by UTMB 2026 Recap | Golden Tickets and Key Takeaways Tonight we recap the 2026 Tarawera by UTMB, breaking down the race results, Golden Ticket recipients, and the biggest storylines from the 102K event. We'll analyze how the race unfolded, what it means for the Western States 100, and the key performances that defined the weekend in Rotorua. We'll also be joined live by Robyn Lesh, the women's 50K champion, to discuss her race and experience on the course. Additional guests may join the show as well. –––––––––––––––––– Race Registration Register for The Big Alta https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 Register for Gorge Waterfalls https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366 –––––––––––––––––– Sponsors Osprey Grab a trail running pack at https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng NEVERSECOND Nutrition Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com –––––––––––––––––– Freetrail Links 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

This weeks episode focuses on all things Centurion Running with an update on our virtual challenges, upcoming races a new store brands/ products. There is a look back at Rocky Raccoon 100 and the Pilgrims Challenge Results from last week. Plus a look ahead to our World Trail Majors Partner Race - Black Canyon Ultras and Tarawera happening this weekend.

In this episode Emkay and Dani share their current injury comeback statuses, first reactions to the release of the 2026 Golden Trail World Series Calendar, and previews of the Black Canyon 50k and Tarawera 50k, both happening this weekend.

Tonight we continue our weeklong coverage of the double Golden Ticket race weekend with Freetrail's in-depth preview of Tarawera by UTMB. Rotorua once again plays host to the 15th running of New Zealand's largest and most important trail race. For the second year in a row, four Golden Tickets to the Western States 100 are on the line, with many of the sport's top athletes toeing the line to secure their spot in Auburn. We're going live at 5:00 PM PT / 2:00 PM NZ with Tim Tollefson and Dani Moreno to break down the course, expected conditions, and top contenders heading into race weekend. The Docket Tarawera course overview Expected racing conditions Women's favorites Men's favorites Race Registration Register for The Big Alta https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... Register for Gorge Waterfalls https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx... Sponsors Osprey Grab a trail running pack at https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/... NEVERSECOND Nutrition Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order https://www.never2.com Freetrail Links Website https://freetrail.com/ Freetrail Pro https://freetrail.com/freetrail-pro/ Freetrail Experts https://freetrail.com/freetrail-experts/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/dylanbowman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runfreetrail YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freetrail 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/athletes/

Tonight's live show begins a full week of Trailgating coverage of the 2026 Black Canyon and Tarawera double Golden Ticket race weekend. As usual, we begin the show with the Top 10 Storylines of around these two premier trail running events.   Tonight's docket: - Molly Seidel & Des Linden do trails - Analytics corner - Jenn Lichter's 100k debut - People who don't need Golden Tickets - World Record Holders at Black Canyon - Ruth Croft & Dan Jones defend Tarawera Crowns - Riley Brady defends Black Canyon course record win from 2025 - Athletes debuting with new sponsors - Rise of the Black Canyon 50k - Francesco Puppi's 100k dominance - will it continue?   Of course, we finish with the Strava file of the week!   Our full show schedule for the week is listed below. We'll be going live every night at 5pm PT!   - Monday 2/9 - Top 10 Storylines of Black Canyon & Tarawera (TONIGHT) - Tuesday 2/10 - Tarawera Preview Show - Wednesday 2/11 - Black Canyon 100k Preview Show - Thursday 2/12 - Black Canyon 50k Preview Show & Golden Ticket Predictions - Friday 2/13 - Tarawera Instant Recap Show - Saturday 2/14 - Black Canyon Instant Recap Show   REGISTER FOR THE BIG ALTA - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=130943 REGISTER FOR GORGE WATERFALLS - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=129366   Sponsors: Grab a trail running pack from Osprey - https://www.osprey.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=trail%20runnng Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at https://www.never2.com Freetrail Links: 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 Links: 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  

In this episode of Peak Pursuits Sim and Jess are lucky enough to be joined by not only one of the best trail runners in Aus but now a Winter Olympian to boot Lara Hamilton! Lara is currently in Italy in the days leading up to her two Skimo events in the Olympics, and she joins us to chat briefly through her journey so far and what it is like being named on her first Olympic team. Hear how Lara trains, how she stays in touch with what she loves about sport and music, and plenty of the fun stories that always come with any time spent with Lara!Also hear an update from Jess with answers on her long term gut troubles, Sim's update as she gets moving again, and a discussion on the 'State of Trail Running' articles that have been popping up recently before results and a Tarawera preview.A big episode - Enjoy!Results: Sydney Trail Summer Series 1: Manly Dam (NSW) John Forest Trail Run (WA) Wentworth Falls Trail Run (NSW) Robe Run ***Don't forget, use code PEAK at https://bix-hydration.myshopify.com/en-au for 20% off Bix products, exclusive to PPP listeners!***Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits!Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!Follow Jess: Instagram | Strava Follow Sim: Instagram | StravaFollow Lara: InstagramMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: K08PMQ3RATCE215RShow less

Katie and Hilary catch up at the start of February as the year suddenly feels like it's moving fast. The conversation touches on creative momentum, making space for meaningful work, and the mix of excitement and nerves that comes with big plans falling into place. They reflect on racing as both a personal challenge and a mirror for life, especially in seasons where energy, priorities, and perspective are shifting.The episode centers on Katie heading to Tarawera 100K on her 40th birthday, sharing an honest look at preparation, mindset, and what it means to show up fully without knowing how the day will unfold. From trusting training to staying flexible and present, it's a reminder that sometimes the goal is simply to be in it and let the experience shape what comes next.A big shout out to our sponsor ⁠⁠Precision Fuel & Hydration⁠⁠. Go to ⁠⁠pfandh.com⁠⁠ to crush your next race with a personalized fuel & hydration plan. Use code "TTNP15" at checkout.

This week on the podcast Brodie and Vlad are joined by Zoe Manning, up and coming ultra trail specialist. We get to know Zoe before diving into her preparation for the upcoming Tarawera 100km, contrasting her playful and intuitive training style to Vlad's data driven approach for the same race!We then cover the AUTRA Performance of the Year award and how it may have been a missed opportunity to engage the trail running community, discuss a controversial study released this week making bold claims about low carb and touch on the many current “runner of the year” awards and trail runner rankings.We finish this weeks podcast by chatting about the HK 100, the first stop of the World Trail Majors in 2026. James gives us a somewhat controversial question to answer before we let you know what's coming up this weekend!Results: Hong Kong 100 Hong Kong 50***Don't forget, use code PEAK at https://bix-hydration.myshopify.com/en-au for 20% off Bix products, exclusive to PPP listeners!***Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits!Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!Follow Vlad: Instagram | StravaFollow Brodie: Instagram | StravaFollow Zoe: InstagramMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: K08PMQ3RATCE215R

Beth McKenzie is an American pro trail runner living in Australia. She is also the Founder and CEO of Wyn Republic, a performance sports apparel brand, and a mother of two. Over the last two seasons, Beth has accumulated several very strong performances including 2x podium finishes at Ultra Trail Australia and 2x podium finishes at Tarawera. Last fall, in her 100 mile debut, she finished 2nd place at the Javelina Jundred. Previous to her trail running career, Beth was a professional triathlete where she and her husband both enjoyed very successful careers. During that time, Beth tested positive for Ostarine and ultimately served a two-year ban, which we discuss at length in this episode. This is Beth's first appearance on the podcast.     Chapters: 04:27 – What Makes You You? 07:26 – Beth's Journey into Endurance Sports 10:20 – The Impact of Triathlon on Beth's Life 12:49 – The Ostarine Incident: A Life-Changing Moment 15:36 – Public Reaction and Support During Controversy 18:28 – Navigating the Community and Personal Relationships 21:13 – Reflections on the Experience and Moving Forward 28:56 – Navigating Anti-Doping in Trail Running 38:13 – The Aftermath of Doping Cases 42:08 – Transitioning to Trail Running 45:23 – Building Wyn Republic: A Family Business 55:08 – Expanding the Brand into Trail Running 58:01 – Beth's Journey in Trail Running 01:02:48 – Navigating the Golden Ticket Dilemma 01:07:05 – Reflections on CCC and Javelina 01:10:05 – The Future of Beth's Racing Career   Beth's Substack for further reading on her story   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

Kia ora e te whānau. We're back again for the third annual DCR Tarawera Ultra Trail by UTMB special. Joining Ali and Matt at the helm is a special guest, two-time Tarawera champion, and running coach extraordinaire, Mr Kerry Suter. What a treat you have in store for yourselves this episode, as we dive deep into the history of the event and its impact on the global running scene. We also talk about our own histories with the event and how something as elementally simple as a run through the woods has changed our lives in meaningful ways. The benefit of having Ali and Kerry on the pod together is that you get both coaches going off on what to expect, your final weeks of preparation, the conditions you'll face, and the best and worst ideas you can have on the day. We then get our pundit hats on and take a dive into the elite fields from the 100-mile to the 50km to give you our predictions for all the inbound racing stoke.  We can't wait to see you all down there in a couple of weeks, and we hope you are as excited as we are! Dirt Church Radio- Best Enjoyed Running.--- --- --- Episode Links Tarawera Ultra Trail by UTMBSign up for the DCR AidStation newsletter.The Squadrun 4-Week Training Trial for DCR Listeners!Dirt Church Radio on InstagramDirt Church Radio on FacebookFurther Faster New ZealandEnjoy!Music by Andrew McDowall, Digicake

Today we welcome the #2 Trail Runners of the Year, Ruth Croft of New Zealand and Francesco Puppi of Italy.      We start with Ruth who is unquestionably one of the best to ever do it. This season, she started with a huge victory at Tarawera, another at the MaXi Race 60k, all building towards UTMB where she won in what felt like a flawlessly executed performance. In doing so, Ruth became only the second person to win all three of the UTMB world final events, showing her career-long consistency and range across distances.         Francesco Puppi posted the best season of his career. Nine races with six victories including impressive wins at both the Canyons 100k in April and CCC in August — the two best 100k performances of the year in the only to 100k races of his career.      This episode is part of Freetrail's annual Trail Runner of the Year Rollout -- an opportunity to reflect on the 2025 season and celebrate the athletes who performed the best according to the global trail running community. We're proud to partner with All Conditions Gear to bring the awards to life.    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

Hilary Yang and Katie Asmuth ring in 2026 with a candid reflection on a year of big swings, scary projects, and imperfect comebacks. Hilary shares what it was really like to train for and finish Hardrock while directing the Mammoth 200 and creating her first major film, and Katie talks about racing her way back from injury, ending the year with a win at Javelina, and heading into Tarawera with a quieter but deeper confidence. Together they unpack failure, burnout, aging in sport, and why connection, collaboration, and doing the scary thing anyway will be their guiding themes for the new year.This episode is edited and produced by the Sandyboy Productions Podcast Network.A big shout out to our new sponsor ⁠⁠Precision Fuel & Hydration⁠⁠. Go to ⁠⁠pfandh.com⁠⁠ to crush your next race with a personalized fuel & hydration plan. Use code "TTNP15" at checkout.A special thank you to Osprey for supporting this episode. Visit Osprey.com to explore their incredible products!

Fresh off a stacked Ultra-Trail Kosciuszko 50km, newly minted Aussie citizen Juliette Sewell joins Jess and Brodie for a deep dive into one of the most competitive women's fields of the Australian trail-running season. Juliette breaks down her fifth-place finish, navigating a brutal descent, shin-scare drama, dialled-in fuelling, and race-day winds that literally knocked her off her feet. We unpack tactics, training tweaks, heat adaptation, uphill treadmill work and her big 2025 target: chasing a Golden Ticket at Tarawera. Brodie then recaps his gritty run at Great Southern Endurance Run, while Jess reflects on a tough but powerful Kosci finish before diving into results. A packed, honest, news-driven episode for anyone following Australia's summer trail racing pulse.Results: Ultra Trail Kosciuszko The Heroes & Villains Trail Run ***Don't forget, use code PEAK at https://bix-hydration.myshopify.com/en-au for 20% off Bix products, exclusive to PPP listeners!***Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits!Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!Follow Brodie: Instagram | StravaFollow Jess: Instagram | Strava Follow Juliette: Instagram | StravaMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: K08PMQ3RATCE215R

In this episode of Peak Pursuits, James and Vlad sit down with Adidas Terrex athlete Charlie Hamilton, fresh off his third-place podium at Ultra-Trail Cape Town 55km. Charlie breaks down the brutal technical course, the stacked international field, and how three weeks on the Cape Town trails transformed his race day confidence.The trio dive into elite training insights, including Charlie's shift to physiologically-driven coaching, technical downhill development, and how he's preparing for Tarawera 100km. They also explore the evolution of Adidas' Agravic Speed Ultra 2, World Trail Majors significance, and what this result means for the future of Australian trail running.A must-listen for athletes following UTCT, gear updates, and the rise of Aussie talent on the global stage.Results: UTCT 100km and 55km World Trail Majors GSER (VIC) ATR (Adelaide Trail Runners) Summer Series 1: Black Hill (SA) SEQ Trail Series Round 4: Bayview (QLD) Sydney Trail Spring Series Race 3: St Ives (NSW)***Don't forget, use code PEAK at https://bix-hydration.myshopify.com/en-au for 20% off Bix products, exclusive to PPP listeners!***Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits!Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!Follow Vlad: Instagram | StravaFollow James: Instagram | Strava | WebsiteFollow Charlie: Instagram Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: K08PMQ3RATCE215R

In this week's episode of Peak Pursuits, James is joined by Brodie and Vlad for a packed conversation on all things trail running. Vlad shares his plans for the Tarawera 100k, Brodie starts looking forward to some end-of-season events, and James speaks openly about a setback on his return journey.The trio dive deep into the state of Australia's National Trail Championships — what's working, what's not, and how it could evolve — before taking on the great Strava vs. Garmin debate and what it means for athletes and data-driven coaching.They wrap up with an in-depth preview of the iconic Four Peaks Run in Bright, including start lists stacked with Australia's best mountain runners.Tune in for candid insights, a few laughs, and a big dose of Aussie trail running talk.Results:Javellina Jundredhttps://live.aravaiparunning.com/#/javelina_jundred-2025?raceId=301823Great Ocean Trail Ultrahttps://tomatotiming.racetecresults.com/results.aspx?CId=16&RId=29929Heysen Trailhttps://my.raceresult.com/368577/SEQ Trail Series: Pomona (Round 2)https://www.racetecresults.com/results.aspx?CId=20148&RId=132&EId=1***Don't forget, use code PEAK at https://bix-hydration.myshopify.com/en-au for 20% off Bix products, exclusive to PPP listeners!***Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits!Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!Follow Brodie: Instagram | StravaFollow Vlad: Instagram | StravaFollow James: Instagram | Strava | WebsiteMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: K08PMQ3RATCE215R

Sometimes the hardest race isn't 100 miles through the mountains - it's figuring out who you are when everything in your life changes.Amanda is a professional trail runner and endurance coach with a Bachelor of Science degree from Oregon State University. She has coached endurance athletes for 10 years in everything from 5k - 200 miles. She is an Oregonian originally and now lives and trains in Colorado. Amanda ran collegiately for a couple years and then got into road marathons. It wasn't until 2014 that she discovered trail running after an injury from pounding the pavement. Amanda was instantly hooked and jumped into the ultra scene. She's very competitive so she made it a goal to become an elite trail runner. She accomplished that goal in 2015 and won the 50 mile USATF Trail Championships as her first race as a professional. After that, she traveled the world and raced as many of the top trail races as she could, including Western States 100, UTMB, CCC, Tarawera and Ultra Trail Capetown.Jon chats with Amanda about:Struggling with imposter syndrome as a professional runnerSports psychology workMoving from ultra volume to speed work and shorter distancesBalancing professional obligations with family lifeRedefining success and moving beyond performance metricsStay connected:Follow Amanda:https://www.instagram.com/amanda_basham/Amanda's Website:https://www.amandabasham.com/This episode is supported by:Janji: Use code “FTLR” at checkout when shopping at janji.com for 10% off your order and see why Janji is the go-to for runners who want performance gear made to explore. All apparel is backed by a 5 year guarantee, so you know it's meant to last!Eternal: Eternal is a performance health company for runners, endurance athletes, and anyone serious about their training. Their in-depth, two-hour physicals cover metabolic testing, mobility assessments, bloodwork, and a full movement analysis — all with expert guidance to keep you healthy and performing your best. Check them out at eternal.co and use code FTLR for 10% off your performance physical.Tifosi Optics: Fantastic sunglasses for every type of run. Anti-bounce fit, shatterproof, and scratch resistant. Get 20% off when you use this link!Tailwind: Fueling shouldn't be complicated. Tailwind offers all-in-one nutrition that's easy to digest, gut-friendly, and made by athletes, for athletes. Use code FTLR20 for 20% off your first order here.AmazFit Check out the T-Rex 3 and a selection of GPS watches at amazfit.com and use code “FTLR” for 10% off.

Guest: Sym Mercer – Adventure racer, solo runner, systems expert, and snake-dodger extraordinaire. Get Ready For:A story as wide and wild as the Queensland paddocks Sym grew up on. In this intro episode, Sym shares her roots, her road to ultrarunning, and why she's lining up for one of the gnarliest ultras in Australia—Delirious W.E.S.T 200. Why You'll Love This Episode: •Outback beginnings: Sym's early days included School of the Air, dodging cattle, and not doing homework on an 85,000-acre property. •From rock bottom to 200 miles: A raw and real reflection on turning life around—from the brink of burnout to being all in on big adventures. •Training with heart (and humour): Sym's approach to training is equal parts flexible and fierce. You'll love her wisdom on rest, missed runs, and what really matters. •Snake bites, aid stations & unfinished business: Stories from Tarawera, Race Across Scotland, and the time she might've been tagged by a sunset-loving snake. •Running as therapy, growth & coffee filter: “Running keeps me out of jail. And I always have coffee on my podcast.” Tips from the Trail with Sym: •Missed a session? Don't make it up. Let it go. •You don't need to justify your “why”—running just because you can is enough. •Never underestimate the mental reset of trails where no one expects anything but for you to show up. Next Big Adventure: Sym is chasing a strong, joyful finish at Delirious W.E.S.T 2026. With her signature humour and a no-BS mindset, she's ready to take on whatever the trail throws her way. Follow Sym's Journey: Tune in each month as we check in with Sym on her path to the Delirious W.E.S.T 200 start line—every step, stumble, and story along the way. A couple of BIG favours: 1) please like and review this podcast so more people will discover it :) 2) come on the podcast and talk about your running journey and/or refer someone you'd love me to interview (whether you know them or not :) )  Lets not keep the power of running a secret any more!  Hit me up on Facebook/Instagram (ZenRUN.club) or send me an email - Hello @ zenrun.club Don't miss an episode of the ZenRUN Podcast. Sign up to our email list and get notified when new episodes are released.

Benn Coubrough is a top Australian ultra-trail runner, coach, and awesome human. In this interview, we learn about his journey from personal challenges and family influence to elite racing. Benn shares his ‘three Ds' philosophy — desire, determination, discipline — plus insights on training, strength work, nutrition, and race-day mindset. Highlights include his 2024 Coast to Kosci victory, UTMB and Tarawera experiences, DNFs, and preparation for the Moab 240 mile in October 2025. Learn from Benn's practical advice on building consistency, adapting during races, strength training, and planning for ultra events. Follow Benn on Instagram here: bennycoubs_ultrarunner For more information on Benn's Coaching: www.strokenolimitscoaching.com

This week's guest is 15-year-old Juliet King, and trust me—this is one episode that'll leave you speechless, smiling, and maybe a little bit teary. Juliet started running at the age of four alongside her mum and hasn't looked back. Despite a hip condition that kept her out of team sports, Juliet found freedom and purpose on the trails. She ran her first ultra at 10 years old, finished the grueling Margaret River 80k at 11, and hasn't stopped chasing finish lines since. In this episode, you'll hear:

This interview is part of Freetrail's coverage of the 2025 Western States 100, the most important trail running event in North America. Our shows and athlete interviews are hosted each day by Dylan Bowman who sits down to talk with some of the favorites who are racing this year.   In this interview, Dylan talks to professional runner, Dan Jones (Terrex). Dan lives and trains most of the year in New Zealand and has thrown down incredible performances at major races around the globe including multiple wins at the Tarawera 100k. Dan was 5th at the Western States 100 in 2023, and 4th in 2024. No doubt, he comes back hungrier than ever this year. What do you think, is 2025 Dan's year?   Make sure to tune into all of Freetrail's coverage leading into the 2025 Western States. We'll have a daily show Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of race week before we set our sites on the official broadcast where Dylan will be commentating, and provide photo and video coverage of the race for the Freetrail social channels. Make sure to follow along here and @runfreetrail on Instagram.   Make sure to play Freetrail's own fantasy trail running at https://fantasy.freetrail.com/events and pick 10-deep for Western States. Fantasy winners this week will receive a head to toe trail kit from HOKA as well as other sweet prizes from Freetrail and brand partners like Ketone and Neversecond.     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.   Make sure to check out the latest and greatest from HOKA, the Mafate X. The Mafate X is all about innovation and pushing past limits. HOKA evolved their max-cushion trail experience to provide the confidence, control, and adaptability ultra runners require for their biggest trail efforts. Embracing the paradox of max cushion and stability on trail to develop a new experience for the longest adventures.    You can learn more and shop here: https://www.hoka.com/en/us/mafate/   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  

Ultrarunner. Trauma nurse. Soccer player. Las Vegas native. Maia Detmer brings grit, grace, and serious mileage to every start line. With 98 races on Ultrasignup and 44 podium finishes, she's tackled iconic events like Cocodona 250, Leadville 100, Western States, and Barkley Fall Classic—and even traveled to New Zealand for Tarawera.A proud member of the Aravaipa Racing Team and an UltrAspire athlete, Maia shares how she balances life on the trails with nearly two decades in trauma nursing. We dive into her journey from D1 soccer at UNLV to ultramarathons, how her day job as a trauma nurse shapes her mindset and problem solving during races, and Filipino holiday traditions. This episode is packed with insights, laughs, and practical advice—perfect for new runners and seasoned ultrarunners alike.

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

When I first came across a doco about Lucy Bartholomew running 231 kilometres in 54 hours on the Larapinta Trail solo, I thought, I need to talk to this woman! Lucy is an ultra-runner and an incredible human and I'm so happy to share our chat with you. From facing early controversy in the sport to tackling some of the world's toughest races, and rebuilding after a downfall, Lucy shares what keeps her going. She shares how her mindset around competition has evolved, why she now focuses on personal growth over podiums, and how her menstrual cycle became a green light for her in training.More about Lucy...Lucy is an ultra-marathon runnerr who has competed in world-renowned races like UTMB, Western States and Tarawera. She started running alongside her dad as a teenager and over the years, she has carved out her own path. Her approach to running is all about joy, adventure and tuning into what truly matters beyond race results.Connect with LucyConnect with Lucy on Instagram @lucy_bartholomewLet's Connect!I'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with any questions, suggestions for future episode topics, and to let me know how you're going applying what I share in the podcast in your own life. Come say hi on instagram: @_anniecarterAnd head to my website anniecarter.com.au for some free gifts, and to sign up for emails from me. I'd love your supportPlease help me to continue to grow this podcast. Some small and very helpful things you could do: share an episode with a friend subscribe to the podcast on your favourite player leave a (5 star!) rating and review share a screenshot of an episode (and your reflection) on your socials Thanks so much!

From running on a treadmill in a hot air balloon, to becoming a dad, Reece Edwards is always the first to put his hand up for a new adventure. In this conversation, we talk about his new running life as a dad to Oliver, what dad strength means to Reece and how his perspective on running has changed since his son arrived. Between constant sickness, reduced sleep and balancing family and work life, it's not easy to train at such a high level. But Reece says it's all worth it to be a dad! This episode is part of a mini-series featuring some of our mighty marathon mums (or in this case, dads)! We talk about his recent back-to-back wins at Port Fairy Marathon and what it was like to reel in two Olympians to break the tape at Melbourne Marathon in 2023. We also cover the importance of keeping some “silliness” and fun in Reece's training, why running is better when it's social, his goals for the future (including an outrageous long run), and what it feels like to actually be content with your PBs. -- Reece Edwards is a long and ultra distance runner who came to the sport later in life. He ran 2:13:23 at Rotterdam Marathon in 2021 and has a PB of 1:03:38 in the half marathon, which he ran the same year in Copenhagen. Domestically, he won Melbourne Marathon in 2023 and Port Fairy Marathon in 2024 and 2025. Reece has also been successful on the trails, winning several prestigious events including, Ultra Trail Australia 100k, Tarawera 102k and Berry Long run. Reece is a dad to Oliver and works as a rehabilitation physiotherapist and is based in Melbourne. -- Reece Edwards' Instagram: @reecedwards7 Run With It Instagram: @runwithit.pod Elise Beacom's Instagram: @elisebeacom -- Intro/outro music by Dan Beacom Graphic design by Kate Scheer

Join hosts Corrine Malcolm and Hillary Allen as they recap their experience at the Tarawera Ultramarathon in New Zealand. They discuss the challenges of balancing different training demands, listening to their bodies, and not letting one race result define them. The conversation includes reflections on training blocks, race outcomes, and personal experiences, highlighting the importance of goal alignment and processing setbacks. They also dive into the importance of teamwork in addressing mistakes, as well as the highs and lows of race day, from the weather to the wildlife. They share insights into their respective journeys, with Hillary reflecting on the lessons learned and Corrine discussing her 50k race experience. The episode also touches on various topics in the ultra-running world, such as gender disparities in professional sports earnings and a study on the psychology of ultrarunners by Marisa Romeo. The hosts discuss the results of recent races like the Black Canyon and Tarawera, including the golden ticket runs, and offer their thoughts on what's next for them. Listener questions on nutrition, body changes, and the importance of iron levels in endurance athletes add a personal touch to the episode. Throughout, Corrine, Hillary, and the team encourage listeners to invest in themselves and embrace the unpredictable nature of training and racing. SURVEY/STUDY ALERT: A study by listener Marisa Romeo, M.S. who is a Doctoral Candidate in Sport & Performance Psychology @ the University of Western States.  She is aiming to contribute to the broader conversation on mental performance in our sport. She is looking into the psychology and the flow state in ultrarunners.   The study is open to any ultrarunner 18 or older with a race scheduled between now and June 1, 2025. It involves completing two brief surveys—one before and one after their race—each taking about 10 minutes. After the race, participants will receive an email with a link to complete the follow-up survey. LINK TO SURVEY HERE: https://westernstates.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9WTXpYONpjOQwJM.    NEW SPONSOR ALERT: 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!   Keep sliding into our DMs with your messages, they mean so much to us!  FOLLOW US on Instagram: @trail.society And go follow our NEW youtube channel @trailsociety_podcast   This episode is brought to you by Freetrail @runfreetrail

Text us your thoughts about this episode or ideas for future episodes!Finn Melanson and Brett Hornig convene for another edition of the Long Run Archives. They talk about business ideas for trail running, the rise of breathing sensors in training and racing contexts, Grand Slam Track, the continued golden ticket chase at Tarawera, the final year of Pine to Palm, and the Barkley Marathons.Timestamps:(0:00) - business ideas for trail running(17:43) - breathing sensors(35:28) - Grand Slam Track(44:45) - Nnormal(57:07) - Tarawera(68:49) - Pine to Palm(87:09) - Barkley Marathons(91:02) - records that won't be broken anytime soonPartners:Norda - check out the 005: the lightest, fastest, most stable trail racing shoe ever made (https://nordarun.com/)Gorewear - use code SINGLETRACK30 at checkout on their website (https://www.gorewear.com) 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:UCI ArticleTymeWearBeth McKenzieAndrew Thompson - Concepts for SuccessAndrew Thompson - Barkley Race Report Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, Coaching, PatreonFollow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and PatreonSupport the show

Join us as we delve into an exhilarating episode of the Gotta Run Podcast featuring the inspiring ultra runner from New Zealand, Sam Harvey. Fresh off his victory at the Tarawera 100 miler, Sam shares his race strategies, experiences, and future racing goals.  Listen in as we chat about his other wins at Ultra-Trail Kosciuszko 100 in Australia and New Zealand's The Spectacle 50k   This episode is packed with thrilling tales and insights for every running enthusiast.   Here is Sam... You can follow Sam on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/samharvey_cloudlander/ Sam Harvey Cloudlander coaching here - https://www.samharveyultra.com/   Save 5% on Kinesys Sunscreen by using this link https://www.kinesysactive.ca/?ref=gottarun Save 20% on Caffeine Bullet by using coupon code GOTTARUN https://caffeinebullet.com/GOTTARUN Save 10% on Air Relax by using our coupon code GOTTARUN https://www.airrelax.ca/?ref=GOTTARUN   If you enjoyed our show please leave a rating and review.  We would really appreciate it. Check out the Gotta Run Racing website here and use promo code GRRPODCAST for discounts - gottarunracing.com Check out our YouTube Channel here - https://youtube.com/@GottaRunRacing Check out GRR Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/gottarunracing/ Check out GRR Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/gottarunracing/ Support us on Patreon here : https://www.patreon.com/gottarunracing  

Today I'm sitting down with Max Keith to share some reflections as we approach the core of the 2025 season, which kicked off in big fashion with races like Black Canyon, Tarawera and Transgrancanaria. Athletes are racing as fast as ever, races are getting more competitive, brands are investing more and more, participation in trail races is increasing across all continents and events, the science of training for performance is making progress and becoming widely available to all participants. It's for sure an exciting time to be a trail runner. We reflect on some of the recent developments we've seen, talk about some personal life updates, the present and future of Vert, and some racing plans for the year. PLEASE SHARE THIS EPISODE WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND ON SOCIAL MEDIA IF YOU ENJOYED IT!_______________________Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@vert.run⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on IGDownload our app and sign up to our training plans on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vert.run⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Francesco's links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strava⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In Episode 94 of Trail Society, hosts Corrine Malcolm and Hillary Allen recap their experience at the Tarawera Ultramarathon in New Zealand. They discuss the challenges of balancing different training demands, listening to their bodies, and not letting one race result define them. The conversation includes reflections on training blocks, race outcomes, and personal experiences, highlighting the importance of goal alignment and processing setbacks. They also dive into the importance of teamwork in addressing mistakes, as well as the highs and lows of race day, from the weather to the wildlife. They share insights into their respective journeys, with Hillary reflecting on the lessons learned and Corrine discussing her 50k race experience. The episode also touches on various topics in the ultra-running world, such as gender disparities in professional sports earnings and a study on the psychology of ultrarunners by Marisa Romeo. The hosts discuss the results of recent races like the Black Canyon and Tarawera, including the golden ticket runs, and offer their thoughts on what's next for them. Listener questions on nutrition, body changes, and the importance of iron levels in endurance athletes add a personal touch to the episode. Throughout, Corrine, Hillary, and the team encourage listeners to invest in themselves and embrace the unpredictable nature of training and racing. SURVEY/STUDY ALERT: A study by listener Marisa Romeo, M.S. who is a Doctoral Candidate in Sport & Performance Psychology @ the University of Western States.  She is aiming to contribute to the broader conversation on mental performance in our sport. She is looking into the psychology and the flow state in ultrarunners.   The study is open to any ultrarunner 18 or older with a race scheduled between now and June 1, 2025. It involves completing two brief surveys—one before and one after their race—each taking about 10 minutes. After the race, participants will receive an email with a link to complete the follow-up survey. LINK TO SURVEY HERE: https://westernstates.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9WTXpYONpjOQwJM.    NEW SPONSOR ALERT: 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!   Keep sliding into our DMs with your messages, they mean so much to us!  FOLLOW US on Instagram: @trail.society And go follow our NEW youtube channel @trailsociety_podcast   This episode is brought to you by Freetrail @runfreetrail

The trail running league is going to happen and we're working our way through the details in today's episode. What will the trail running teams look like? What will the competitions look like? Will we have head to head competitions? Round robin play and then playoffs? We're getting close and we hope you're all as stoked as we are.Also, the (Western) States Debates are coming. Get ready. There are some interesting implications from Tarawera by UTMB a couple of weeks ago. Welcome to Bad Runners Take.---- Partners ----Wylder - Host and find Run Clubs, schedule public and private group runsNaked Sports Innovations - the worlds best hydration beltTMRW Coffee - Code Borderlands for 20% offSalt Lake Footshills Trail Races. Salt Lake City, UT - May 31, 2025PATH Projects - My favorite running shorts, Borderlands10 for 10% off.----Borderlands.cc | Instagram----Call RUNMORE649 (786-667-3649). Leave a message for the podcast—hot takes, agreement, anger, or joy.

Welcome Back!   The Boulder Boys Show Ep. 35 This week we catch up on what everyone has been doing, talk about Tarawera, and talk about races that inspire us. Enjoy! Merch: https://boulderboys.show Moi's training app: https://vert.run Matt's substack: https://substack.com/@mattdaniels480?utm_source=substack-feed-item

-Race Results: *Tarawera Ultras *Jackpot Ultras *Skunk Ape's Revenge 60K *Rocks and Roots (#2) 50K *Lake of the Woods 50K *Cabin Fever 50K *FOURmidable 50K   -FKTs: *Karel Sabbe, Men's Supported, Te Araroa (New Zealand) *Joseph Roldan, Men's Unsupported, Point Reyes Loop (CA)   -News: *Costume chick completes 299th ultra at Farmdaze 24 Hour *Hagg Lake Mud Runs postponed *Mathieu Blanchard first to finish 600K Yukon Ultra on foot *Treadmill survival run *Jacob Kiplimo half marathon world record *UR Mag website now posting monthly ultra stats   -Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts): *Lube   Socials Strava Club: https://www.strava.com/clubs/1246887 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultrarunning_news_network/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555338668719 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/ultrarunnews Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ultrarunning_news_network Email: ultrarunning.news.network@gmail.com

Date: 18th of FebruaryLocation: Pukehina, New ZealandSponsors:A Note To The Runners: ⁠Get my book here.⁠Register for my mentorship! ⁠⁠Fill it out the form here.Upcoming: The Strength Sheet.Poem: It all goes so fast when it's over,trails feel softer when you're on concrete,a tree's lullaby nestles a home in a city scape,it all moves so fast when it's quiet.It hurts to break rules – only when you know themI never made the rulesso how can I follow themcould my heart beat faster, if I let it.could my legs ache less, if I askedcould my eyes blink slower, if I triedcould my mind please wander, if I showed it how. It's rained for days,and will rain many moreharry and the storm,swinging tiresand beach cliffsyou and meall there is to keep warm.I'll be on the plane soon,jammed in the can.two sardinestwo mackereltwo tunatwo legs.It all goes so fast, now that it's over.

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.    This is our official 102k pre-race show discussing the history of Tarawera, the course, the top contenders, and our predictions for how things might unfold.   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!

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.    This is our official 102k pre-race show discussing the history of Tarawera, the course, the top contenders, and our predictions for how things might unfold.   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!

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!

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!

In Episode 93 of Trail Society, Corrine, Keely, and Hillary discuss the latest athlete contract news as the new year continues, touching on Keely's decision to forgo a formal sponsorship, Hillary's experience renegotiating with Brooks, and Corrine's new role with HOKA. The episode also celebrates National Girls and Women in Sport Day, highlighting key updates in women's sports, including exciting new sponsorships and efforts toward greater parity in gravel cycling. With upcoming races like Black Canyon 100km and Tarawera, the ladies dive into the growing excitement in the endurance sports world. The episode also takes a deep dive into iron deficiency and supplementation, exploring its critical role in endurance and athletic performance, particularly for female athletes. With insights into how iron impacts energy levels, aerobic capacity, and recovery, the trio breaks down key metrics like hemoglobin, ferritin, and transferrin saturation, emphasizing the importance of a balanced approach to iron supplementation. Additionally, the team tackles creatine supplementation and its potential benefits for female endurance athletes, discussing its impact on muscle function and performance during key hormonal life stages. Keep sliding into our DMs with your messages, they mean so much to us!  FOLLOW US on Instagram: @trail.society And go follow our NEW youtube channel @trailsociety_podcast This episode is brought to you by Freetrail @runfreetrail NEW SPONSOR ALERT: 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!   Articles Effects of Oral Iron Supplementation on Blood Iron Status in Athletes: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis and Meta-Regression of Randomized Controlled Trials  https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378488071_Effects_of_Oral_Iron_Supplementation_on_Blood_Iron_Status_in_Athletes_A_Systematic_Review_Meta-Analysis_and_Meta-Regression_of_Randomized_Controlled_Trials The Global Prevalence of Iron Deficiency in Collegiate Athletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095254624001674 Does Creatine Supplementation Enhance Performance in Active Females? A Systematic Review  https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/17/2/238#:~:text=5.-,Conclusions,no%20benefit%20compared%20to%20placebo.

The 2025 Tarawera Ultra Trail Preview Special, with Kerry Suter and Lucy Bartholomew. Dirt Chruch Radio 313.Kia ora e te whānau. It's that time of year again!!! The circus has rolled into town, the tents are being set up, the sawdust is being sprinkled, the elephants have those funny headdress things on, and all we are waiting for is a bunch of clowns to show up. In what is one of our favourite episodes of each year, Matt, Ali, and Andrew are joined by special guests Kerry Suter and the mighty Lucy Bartholomew (yes, that Lucy Bartholomew)  to provide the inside track on the action at this weekend's 50, 102, and 100mile Tarawera Ultra Trail. With thousands set to hammer the trails, there is some super-spicy racing across all the fields. Still, with a Western States Endurance Run Golden Ticket on the line for the first two men and women in the 102km, it's undeniable that this distance will leave people reaching for the cold water. With approximately 100000 years of experience between the five of us from elite to coach to corn-fed citizen athlete there's plenty to keep everyone interested no matter your focus this weekend, So sit back, relax, and enjoy! Dirt Church Radio - Best Enjoyed Running Lucy Bartholomew - InstagramLucy Bartholomew @ Salomon 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

1250 - 1642 - Sometime before the eruption of Tarawera, Polynesians landed on the island group of New Zealand. From there, they developed a culture that would not be discovered for a few centuries, and by which time had cemented themselves as part of the fabric of New Zealand.

Sally McRae is known worldwide for her mental fortitude and ability to push through extreme discomfort. As a professional mountain and ultra runner for Nike, Sally is a two-time Top 10 Western States finisher, the Badwater 135 Champion, Tarawera 100 Champion, Mozart 100 Champion and Moab 240 Champion. Sally is also an author, podcast host, business owner, and a strength and running coach. In this episode, Sally and I talk about: The pros of using a treadmill for distance training The whole body needs to be strong for endurance races, not just the muscles How Sally structures strength training depending on the race season to build muscle and endurance Mobility, stretching, and hip and glute work to combat the weakening effects of sedentary lifestyles Training for 200-mile races, including eating and sleeping strategies, gear, and mental prep The mental aspect of long distances can make or break a runner's performance Power hiking and weight training for 200-mile ultra preparation Mental muscles, believing in your potential, and focusing on the story you want to tell yourself Sally's first experience with foot and heel blisters during the Cocodona 250 Training for the Western States Endurance Run Listen to this episode to hear from one of the most hardcore and kindest runners you'll ever meet. Links & Resources from the Show: Sally McRae on Instagram The Choose Strong Podcast Sally on YouTube Sally's mobile app Sally's book, "CHOOSE STRONG: The Choice That Changes Everything" Access the free course to help you master your mindset during training and races. Thank you AG1! We're also supported by AG1, the greens superfood mix. This is a category-leading greens mix that has 75 vitamins and minerals, prebiotics, probiotics, antioxidants, and adaptogens. It's recommended by professional athletes and has over 7,000 positive reviews. One scoop per day is what I've been doing to help me fill in any nutrition gaps in my diet. It also provide a nice boost of energy and focus throughout the day. With all 3 of my kids in school, I know I need to support my immune system or else I'm getting sick and can't train. I also love that AG1 has changed over the last decade. They've made 53 improvements to the formula based on the latest research to make these nutrients more absorbable and rigorous with the 3rd party testing that they do. For our listeners, they are offering a year's worth of free Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs of AG1 with your first purchase. You can sign up for single shipment or for a monthly drop – the choice is yours. Check out AG1 to redeem your offer today. Thank you MOBO Board! Invented by renowned physical therapist Jay Dicharry, MOBO helps you stabilize your stance with an innovative rocker board that's set up on two fins. The design effectively forces you to drive your big toe into the board to improve your stability. I was pretty arrogant going into my first session on the MOBO Board. How hard can it be to balance, right? Well, I was humbled pretty quickly! Even if you're a good runner, better balance, stability, and proprioception is going to help you have a more powerful stride and prevent more running injuries. You'll learn how to improve the efficiency of the kinetic chain from your hip to your big toe. Because as Jay likes to say, it's not just how strong you are, but how well you use that strength. I was recently at a weekend physical therapy workshop (lol I was the only running coach) and learned how important (and rare) this simple movement is. Save 10% with code STRENGTHRUN10 at checkout at moboboard.com.

Justin Grunewald is a professional runner and physician, living in Boulder, CO. At the end of January, Justin posted about his experience giving up alcohol for a month and how it impacted his running and personal health. His post resonated with me and created a great opportunity to finally have Justin on the podcast. Topics covered: Dry January Justin's observation of alcoholism as a physician How giving up alcohol impacted his training, relationships, and mood The importance of moderation The sponsorship landscape in trail running Agents in pro trail running Justin's training for Tarawera and goals for the season A lot more! Sponsors: Grab a trail running pack from Osprey Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear Use code freetrail15 for 15% off Gnarly Nutrition Roark Apparel -- Listen to the ad or DM us for the code Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts   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