Podcasts about ultrasignup

In this episode of the ‘All Things Endurance' Podcast, host Rick Prince chats with David Callahan, Co-CEO of Ultrasignup. As the leading event registration platform for ultrarunning events, David has a unique perspective on the state and growth of ultrarunning. Some of the topics that Rick and David discuss are:1.       Could you tell our listeners a little more about your background, both professionally and athletically?2.       The popularity of ultrarunning is through the roof, what are some of the key factors that you believe are driving this popularity?3.       Within the sport of ultrarunning and based on Ultrasignup's data, are there specific distances that are seeing above average growth?4.       Where do you see the sport of ultrarunning over the next 5-10 years?5.       Athletes within sports like gravel racing and climbing often resent the result of their sports becoming more popular and mainstream – do you think this is, or will be the case with ultrarunning?6.       In the same vein as the prior question, popularity often comes with large organizations looking to purchase events. Is there a concern amongst the ultra community that the acquired events will lose their identity? 7.       For someone that is looking to get into ultrarunning, do you have any advice in regard to what type of ultra to choose as their first ultra event?8.       We often hear from our ultra coaches that running ultra's are addictive. While it's also true of road running, it seems to be more the case with ultra's – why do you think this is?Where do you see ultrasignup in the coming years? 

-Race Results: *Ohio Backyard Ultra *Iditarod 1,000 (Bike, Foot, Ski) *The Speed Project *Rattlesnake Dick 50k *Terrible Horrible No Good Bad Day 50k *Oak Mountain 50k   -FKTs: * Tonto Trail (Grand Canyon) – Brittany Haver, unsupported female   -News: *Follow Up to Ultrasignup's Podcast Network *Zander Chase's iRunFar article “Are Trail Runners Getting Faster?” *John Kelly on Run SingleTrack Pod talking about Barkley and a big upcoming FKT attempt   -Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts): *Running and Life Balance   -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  

Today on the Free Outside Podcast, I sit down with the voice of Cocodona and one of the most passionate people in trail running media—Chris Worden. With over 150 races on UltraSignup and years of experience in both radio and accounting, Chris shares the wild journey from small-town sports broadcasting to being the emotional anchor of ultrarunning's most epic live streams.Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clword77/We talk about what goes into calling a multi-day race like Cocodona, the behind-the-scenes chaos (including some live broadcast bloopers), how Aravaipa has become the gold standard in race coverage, and why accessibility and storytelling are fueling the sport's explosion. Plus, Chris opens up about getting into Western States this year after six years of lottery heartbreak—and what it means.If you've ever gotten sucked into the Cocodona livestream chat, dreamed of finishing your first ultra, or wondered how the heck someone commentates for 100 hours straight, this episode is for you.And yes... I made Chris call my 2025 Cocodona finish before I've even toed the line. So, technically I've already won.Support our sponsors Janji.com and GarageGrownGear.comChapters00:00 Introduction to Trail Running and Commentary03:00 The Journey into Live Streaming and Broadcasting06:07 Memorable Events and Personal Experiences in Commentary08:50 The Evolution of Ultra Running and Accessibility11:59 The Future of Ultra Running Events14:52 Pre-Production and Storytelling in Broadcasting21:03 The Impact of Broadcasting on the Community24:14 Challenges and Learning Experiences in Commentary27:54 Navigating Live Broadcasts and Viewer Engagement30:14 The Evolution of Live Streaming in Ultra Running33:10 Engagement Through Chat: The Double-Edged Sword36:45 The Importance of Experience and Dedication39:50 The Future of Ultra Running Coverage47:38 Chris's Journey to Western States56:14 The Emotional Connection of Trail RunningSubscribe to Substack: http://freeoutside.substack.comSupport this content on patreon: HTTP://patreon.com/freeoutsideBuy my book "Free Outside" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/39LpoSFEmail me to buy a signed copy of my book, "Free Outside" at jeff@freeoutside.com

I did something stupid, and I'm going to do it again.Here is a brief story about achieving one of my massive life goals: running a 100-mile race in the mountains. 206,000 Steps 23,000 ft of elevation increase 55,000 ft of elevation change 33 Hours 6 Huge Bucks 1 Fat Porcupine 1 Angry Bull Moose 0 Barfs and...100 Miles   Want to learn more about my trail adventures? Go to Ultrasignup.com and search my name.   Free SBM Financial Courses https://letsbuyabusiness.com/courses/   Want to invest in amazing entrepreneurs with vetted deals? Send a note to Monica@letsbuyabusiness.com   Ready to level up but not 1 on 1 consulting? How to Buy Your First Small Business through Acquisition Entrepreneurship https://letsbuyabusiness.com/courses/   Need Bookkeeping or Tax Help? Contact Darin at https://ashfordsky.com/. He's awesome.   Need help with IT in your SMB? Inzo Technologies offers complimentary IT audits of your business. Check out more at inzotechnologies.com or contact the owner Nick at nick@inzotechnologies.com   Get expert M&A guidance, valuations, and fractional executive support from Amplēo. Learn more at ampleo.com/lets-buy-a-business-podcast/

Send us a textPlease join Chris and Dan as they welcome onto the podcast Leah Yingling! Leah currently resides in Utah, but is a Pennsylvania native where she learned about ultra running early on. Leah is a multiple time top ten finisher at the venerable Western States Endurance Run, and has an Ultrasignup page that has too many accolades to list here. We talk about what excites Leah about Hardrock, who she plans to have crew her... and of course... who here Susie is!Available wherever you get podcasts. 

This special episode was made possible through the amazing support from Tailwind Nutrition. Maggie Guterl is back as Singletrack co-host on this second episode of a two-part series dedicated to the wonderful, crazy, and often endlessly long world of Backyard Ultras. This week we chat with Sam Harvey and Harvey Lewis. We take a deeper look at the motivations, strategies and principles that can bring you success at this race format that's growing in popularity all over the world. Talking to these champions of the sport I find myself in awe of what humans are able to achieve… and I find myself scanning UltraSignup for the nearest Backyard Ultra event. Thank you Tailwind for partnering with Singletrack to share the stories of these incredible people of our sport. LINKS Sam Harvey's website Sam Harvey on Instagram Harvey Lewis on Instagram Living Ultra with Harvey and Kelly on Youtube RunUp4Water – Kilimanjaro Backyard Ultra Tailwind Nutrition Part 1: ‘Believe in What's Possible', with Fiona Hayvice and Courtney Dauwalter Connect with Singletrack on: Singletrack.fm Instagram Brought to you by Electric Cable Car - your trail and mountain news!  

It's UNN's one year anniversary party!  We can't believe that a whole year has passed since we started this thing.  It's been a lot of fun.  After reflecting on the year we dive into race results from Hellgate, Desert Solstice, Mel Williams Memorial Seashore 50K, and the Hunter S. Thompson Fear & Loathing 50 mile / 50K.  We talk about the success they had at the fund raiser for Hurricane Helene relief at the Old Fort Strong Endurance Festival.  Trail runner Tina Lewis was arrested in India for carrying a GPS device.  We deep dive into AJWs year in ultrarunning awards.  Then we close the show out by going over the 2024 finalists for ultrasignup's keep trail running weird awards.  Voting for Ultrasignup's Keep Trail Running Weird Awards: https://news.ultrasignup.com/keep-trail-running-weird-finalists-2024/ 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

Tune in to hear our recap of the Western States and Hardrock lotteries along with notable runners who will be on the starting lines in 2025.  We go over race results from McDowell Mountain Frenzy, Brazos Bend, Hitchcock Experience, The TN Mile, Ray Miller 50/50, and the Festivus 50 Miler.  We talk about the female owned race company in Charleston, SC called Palmetto Ultras.  A few notable FKTs were set recently including the women's FKT on the mt. Tam Hill Climb and also the unsupported men's FKT on the Mason-Dixon Trail (DE, MD, PA). Tara Dower signs what may be a record breaking sponsorship deal with Altra.  AJW is starting a legendary aid station series of articles on iRunFar and the public can submit nominations.  Aravaipa continues to grow and has expanded into SoCal for 2025.  Finally, voting begins on Dec. 17th for Ultrasignup's Keep Trail Running Weird Awards! “Just One Mile” Documentary on the Mid State Mile (I believe you can watch on Apple TV or purchase on Amazon: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/just-one-mile/umc.cmc.2n0ufshaco4s2xr2t0zv7a7gf FreeTrail Video of Anna Gibson Mt. Tam FKT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VfrAA_Fdp4   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

It's the end of 2024, and we're wrapping up the year with a deep dive into the biggest trends, moments, and milestones in trail running. Zoë Rom and Buzz Burrell share their top highlights from the year, including record-breaking performances, evolving race formats, and bold predictions for 2025. Joined by UltraSignup's Head of Data, Matt Abbott, this episode explores the stories behind the stats and how they're shaping the sport we love. Whether you're a seasoned ultrarunner or just hitting the trails, there's something here for you. Chapters: [00:00] – Welcome to the Trailhead: Reflecting on the biggest moments of 2024 [01:22] – Super Shoes in Trail Running: Hype vs. Reality [2:06] – The Launch of the World Trail Majors: What It Means for the Sport [4:26] – Tara Dower's Appalachian Trail Record and Other Standout Performances [19:50] – Breaking Down Trail Running Demographics with Matt Abbott: Who's Running and Why? [24:42] – The Rise of Backyard Ultras and the Boom in 200+ Mile Races [34:05] – Women in Trail Running: Participation Trends and Media Narratives [46:39] - Is there a trail running hype bubble? [49:43] – UltraSignup CEO David Callahan talks about the growth of trail running [55:07] – The growth of run clubs [1:02:23]- What sustainable growth looks like for the trail community Thanks to Our Sponsor: Join us for the inaugural Utah 115 by Grand to Grand Ultra, May 16–18, 2025, in stunning Kanab, Utah. Choose from 115- and 50-mile distances in one of the most dramatic landscapes on earth. Use code TRAILHEAD10 at checkout for 10% off registration.   Connect With Us: Have questions or ideas for the show? Email us at trailhead@ultrasignup.com. Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review, and share the episode with your trail running crew. Thanks for meeting us at The Trailhead! 

In this episode of the Council of Elders, AJW chats with Eric Clifton about his early days in trail and ultrarunning, brain an east coaster running big West Coast races, and the art and science of aging gracefully in the sport.   Eric does not participate in social media but if you want to see something incredible check out his Ultrasignup page here!

Resilience-"the capacity to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness" Anne George is, to me, is the definition of resilience. I feel as if she may disagree, but I could see it and hear it when we spoke. First of all, she is a phenomenal runner. If you take a glance at her UltraSignup, it is documented that she has participated and completed 46 truly tough races, and she has been on the podium for 36 of these. Not to mention, she was standing on the very top for 20 of these. I mean...come on! Completely insane and impressive. You HAVE to be resilient to push through and be so successful in these races. But, she is also resilient in life. Most recently this became apparent as she watched, from her front door, Hurricane Helene flood and devastate her hometown of Old Fort, NC. She and her husband, Clint, live right downtown, but their home was fortunately just high enough to not be flooded. After the waters receded, her resilience kicked in and she and Clint rolled up their sleeves to help in whatever way that they could. Now, she will be running for 24 hours at the Old Fort Strong Endurance Festival to raise money for her beloved town. Thank you, Anne, for the person you are and for finding the time to sit down with me. Anne's fundraiser (Old Fort Strong Foundation): https://runsignup.com/Race/172151/Donate/49Vpw4tW6CrSl8Uy Facing Vert's fundraiser (Old Fort Strong Foundation): https://runsignup.com/facingvert Anne's Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/10938335 Anne's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annewheatly/ Facing Vert's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/facingvert/ Thank you for your support, thank you for listening, and thank you for being you!

Laurie Matecki is another one of those runners who if you haven't heard of her, you've probably seen her at a race at some point. With over 150 results on Ultrasignup, Laurie is everywhere all the time. One of her most recent finishes is the Buckeye 200, which was her first 200 mile race (although she's done Vol State and HOTS).

Chris Rice got his start as an adventure racer and has since racked up more than 90 events on UltraSignup.  We were lucky enough to shake hands with him recently at the Loopy Looper 100 miler where we witnessed his sub 24 hour finish , teaming up with prior guest Michael "Gagz" Gagliardi to tough out the last 3 hours of the race.  And to hint at the grit this guy has, the Loopy Looper was just 10 days after his 4th Badwater 135 finish. He is now preparing for the 153 mile Spartathlon on September 28, and then The Arizona Monster 300 in April 0f 2025.  So plug in to hear what makes him tick and how he is approaching a 300+ mile challenge. Checkout more from The Ultra Running Guys: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theultrarunningguys.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Race: The Final Countdown

1:20 Buzz and Zoë break down the post-Olympics hype, and discuss whether or not trail running should be an Olympic sport, and what it would mean to see trail elevated to the world stage.  14:32 Zoë interviews Vic Thasiah, founder and President of Runners For Public Lands. They discuss why Vic founded RPL and what all runners can do to better protect public lands and be better environmental stewards.  44:01 Buzz interviews Reid Delman, Race Director of the Desert Rats Trail Running Festival by UTMB about how his event has changed, and how it has stayed the same since being acquired by UTMB. This episode of the Trailhead is brought to you by LMNT. As we hit the trails, from the seasoned ultrarunner to the weekend warrior, one thing we all need to nail is hydration. Grab a free LMNT Sample Pack, when you go to Whether you're powering through an ultra, or just exploring the trails, hydration is key. Check out LMNT and visit drinkLMNT.com/UltraSignup for a free gift from us to you with any purchase.

In this bonus episode Trevor sits down with Doug Mayer, founder of Run the Alps, to discuss the joys of trail running. Doug shares his biggest tip for achieving longevity in running, and describes the unique trail races in France, Switzerland, and Italy. Doug Mayer grew up in the US, cross country skiing in New Hampshire's White Mountains with his older brothers. In a past life he worked as a Producer for the NPR show Car Talk. Today he runs his business Run the Alps and writes for a number of trail running media outlets, including Outside, Trail Runner, and Ultrasignup. His latest book is Run the Alps Switzerland: 30 Must-Do Trail Runs. He lives in Chamonix, France with his partner and dog Izzy. AG1 -the ultimate daily all-in-one health drink with 75 proven vitamins, minerals and whole food-sourced ingredients. Get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase.

Rebecca Scott is a fighter!  A quick scan of her UltraSignup will definitely show that she's tough, with a podium finish in 12 of the 27 listed events, but what it won't show you are the obstacles that she has had to overcome to get here.  Because the truth is that life is not always fair, and adversity is not evenly distributed, but she is a glaring example that even in the face of overwhelming odds, we all have the power to persevere.  And in her case, to share extra positivity with those around her.  Her goal at every ultra is to bring a smile to someone in the race, Because, in her own words, “You have no idea what someone has struggled with, and if you can bring a little light to their darkness, you are doing well.”  So plug into to hear her inspiring story, why her kids had to kick her out of the car at Mile 80 of the Rocky Raccoon 100, and what type of race she swears to never do again after a recent, hard fought DFL experience.  And also, a huge congrats for just taking on the Speedgoat 50K!  Hard fought and well deserved! Be sure to give her a follow on IG at @rscott_ocrmomma! Checkout more from The Ultra Running Guys: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theultrarunningguys.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Race: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Final Countdown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - September 14, 2024 Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguy⁠s --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theultrarunningguys/support

00:49:47 Hosts Buzz Burrell and Zoë Rom discuss why the Western States Endurance run is getting so dang fast, and talk about why the Hardrock Endurance Run (which is not a race!!) attracts high caliber athletes and adventurers year after year.  14:54:35 Zoë Rom chats with Courtney Dauwalter about her historic triple last year, winning WSER, Hardrock and UTMB in a single summer, and how she's going to approach her big loop around the San Juan Mountains this weekend.  29:27:78 Buzz Burrell interviews Hardrock Race Director Dale Garland about why the event attracts runners from all over the world, what he's doing to make it more accessible, and what it takes to complete the wild and tough loop Thanks to our generous partner, LMNT! Skip the dodgy stuff and make sure you properly replenish and recover after every run with LMNT hydration! Check out LMNT and visit drinkLMNT.com/UltraSignup for a free gift from us to you with any purchase.

In the latest heart-stirring episode of HappyCast, join Stephanie as she takes on the formidable Copper Kings 100, an awe-inspiring mountain race crafted by ultra-runner Wes Plate. Set in the picturesque town of Butte, Montana, this race is not for the faint of heart—marked by its "fatass" style, it challenges runners with no aid stations and no course markers, demanding resilience and raw endurance.Central to this episode and the race itself is Butte's towering landmark, Our Lady of the Rockies. This 90-foot statue of the Virgin Mary, perched atop the Continental Divide, stands as a beacon of hope and perseverance for the runners. Conceived as a tribute to all women, especially mothers, the statue overlooks the city from over 8,500 feet above sea level, embodying the spirit of community and undying faith.As Stephanie navigates the unmarked trails of the Copper Kings 100, the imposing silhouette of Our Lady of the Rockies serves not only as a literal landmark guiding her through the night but also as a metaphorical guide through the challenges of the race. With Richard at the helm as crew and Shashi setting the pace, the episode delves into the trials and tribulations of nighttime navigation, the unexpected hurdles after the sun sets, and the mental battle that ensues deep into the endurance test.Through candid storytelling, Stephanie explores how the serene yet formidable presence of Our Lady of the Rockies inspired her to push beyond her limits. The episode also teases the future of the Copper Kings 100, questioning whether it will retain its grassroots "fatass" charm or evolve into a more commercialized race. Listeners are encouraged to stay tuned to Ultrasignup for updates on this unique mountain challenge.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and we always appreciate you leaving a good rate and review. Join the Facebook Group and follow us on Instagram and check out our website for the more episodes, posts and merchandise coming soon. Have a topic you'd like to hear discussed in depth, or a guest you'd like to nominate? Email us at info@happyendingstc.org

Dom and Andy start a road trip to the starting line of Western States. But after they eat a bag of expired gels and begin to hallucinate, things take several very weird turns. This very special epsiode is chock full of guests, including an interview with filmmaker and dog kidnapper Billy Yang. Plus, get your very own Between Two Pines trucker hat, available now in the UltraSignup merch store. And get 10% off all Janji gear when you use code BTP10.  

Host Buzz Burrell and new co-host Zoë Rom ask each other rapid-fire questions to get to know one another and share hot takes about the best trails, races, and the proper length for running socks.  19:33 Zoë interviews social media star and professional runner Mikey Mitchell about adventure and authenticity online, his big race season, and why raves are great training for ultras. Mikey shares what Pride Month means to him and how everyone can embody pride on the trails and online.  29:01 Buzz interviews Born to Run Race Director and photographer Luis Escobar about what it takes to assemble a great event and the hard work required to get a great shot. We take a deep dive into his historic photo of Scott Jurek at the Copper Canyon Ultras, and why he thinks social media competition is a good thing.  The Trailhead by UltraSignup is presented by Running Warehouse. Running Warehouse offers the best brands and widest selection of running gear. Our in-house experts make it easy to find the right shoes and apparel with thousands of reviews, product deep dives, how-tos, and more. Plus, with free shipping and fast delivery, we make ordering simple.

K-Pop star Tim Tollefson, who you may know from Instagram, drops in between the pines to talk about being a pro runner for a decade, how much money he makes, and his almost unbelievable wins at UTMB and Western States. Plus, get your very own Between Two Pines trucker hat, available now in the UltraSignup merch store. And get 10% off all Janji gear when you use code BTP10.

Melissa Londry ran her first 50K back in 2015, but it was during COVID that she really got warmed up, knocking out her first 100 miler as a virtual race and then completing an astounding 45 UltraSignup events since Feb of 2020, which doesn't even include other monster efforts such as the 240 mile Tridge to Bridge which is an unofficial and unsupported race in Michigan that she completed in 2023.  She is currently gearing up to take on the Massanutten 100, another round of the Tridge to Bridge 240 in July, and then our recently spotlighted Mamba 100 in November, which looks like an absolute blast.  So plug in to hear us chat about her experiences, her training, and what prompted her to take over Race Directing duties for the New River 50K, which just so happened to be her first ultra finish back in 2015. As always, we would love to hear what you think! Enjoy! Checkout more from The Ultra Running Guys: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theultrarunningguys.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Race: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Final Countdown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - September 16, 2024 Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguy⁠s --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theultrarunningguys/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theultrarunningguys/support

Family!  That's what this race, the Loopy Looper, feels like to us. We have had 6 of our previous guests run this race at some point and all have talked about it in some way, shape or form. So, we figured, it is time for us to get to know the Race Directors themselves.  The race itself has 12 hour, 24 hour, a 100 mile and a relay option for those looking at different formats. The race is held on a 3.75 mile loop on a paved path around Cooper River Park in Pennsauken, New Jersey. The course is mostly flat and you will run as many loops of it as you can/want in the time allowed. According to the race website, this is one of the fastest looped courses in the country and a great chance to put in some serious mileage.  Take a few minutes to learn more about this incredible race, the Loopy Looper from co Race Directors, Jen Gaynor and Pete Greenfield. Loopy Looper Info: Registration for the Loopy Looper is open, the race is 8/3 at Cooper River Park in Pennsauken, NJ, and new for this year the Glow Up Night Loop - 1 lap of Cooper River at 10pm. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/endlessenduranceraces/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/endlessendurance/ Website: https://www.endlessendurance.com/ Ultrasignup: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=111437 Photo Credit: Glass Jar Media - https://www.instagram.com/glassjarmedia/⁠ Checkout more from The Ultra Running Guys: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theultrarunningguys.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Race: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Final Countdown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - September 16, 2024 Race: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Hydra⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - April 20, 2024 Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/theultrarunningguy⁠s --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theultrarunningguys/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theultrarunningguys/support

Andy Pearson is an ultrarunner and VP of Creative at Liquid Death, living in Southern California. He's also the co-host of a trail running podcast called Between Two Pines, distributed by UltraSignup. He's made his career in advertising and creative, winning industry awards along the way. He's also a longtime ultrarunner who has competed in races like Western States, Big's Backyard Ultra, Barkley, and Cocodona 250. Topics discuss: Andy's personal and professional background The difference between entertainment and marketing "The art of stupidity" The value of thinking irrationally Creating viral products Liquid Death's famous Super Bowl ad Maintaining a disruptive posture as Liquid Death scales Andy's running career The creative genius of Lazarus Lake Between Two Pines A lot more! Andy's personal website   Liquid Death's Super Bowl ad   Sponsors: Grab a trail running pack from Osprey Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear Use code FT15 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

Race season is upon us, and Buzz and Corrine chat about how races are the cornerstone of the trail running community and they touch on some of the “closer to home” races they plan to be at this year. Let us know where you are racing this year at trailhead@ultrasignup.com or @ultrasignup on Instagram. Corrine talks with CTS coach Jason Koop about how to find and get the most out of a trail running coach. Jason has been around the sport for a long time, as an athlete and a coach for every level of runner. Jason touches on two important factors that make runners “most coachable.” Find out more about coaching with CTS. Buzz answers Sidhar's questions about stretching. Bruce won his first 50k and is looking for entry advice into some bigger races. This episode we're partnering with LMNT. As we hit the trails, from the seasoned ultrarunner to the weekend warrior, one thing we all need to nail is hydration. But I'm not just talking about water. Enter LMNT. It is our go-to electrolyte powerhouse. Why LMNT? Because it ditches all that dodgy stuff – no sugar, no artificial nonsense. Just the electrolytes your body can use to help ward off cramps, fatigue, and even that brain fog you might hit mid-run. And here's something cool for our Trailhead listeners. Grab a free LMNT Sample Pack, when you go to drinkLMNT.com/UltraSignup.

CHANCE TO WIN AN ULTRASIGNUP GIFT CARD BELOW! Charlotte Corriher is one of the most well known members of the Carolina Ultra Running community. She wears costumes to every single race she runs. She is also a very prolific racer who runs dozens of races all over the country every year. On this episode, Charlotte talks about her love of running in costumes, the challenges of running in costumes, what some of her favorite races in the Carolinas are, and she recaps her recent 100 mile finish at Jackpot Ultras in Las Vegas. One of Charlotte's upcoming races is the Cape Fear 24 hr in Lillington, NC. She doesn't have a costume picked out for the race yet. Provide your best suggestion for a costume for Charlotte's Cape Fear 24 hr at the link below, and if she picks yours, you win an Ultrasignup gift card! https://forms.gle/VFks4Xy1wAoyULFy5

Corrine and Buzz talk all about gear! What you need and what you can leave at home. Corrine interviews professional skier and lifelong runner Drew Petersen. In the most human of ways, Drew shares how he rediscovered running in the wake of a serious accident and his journey in overcoming challenges with his mental health. Together, Corrine and Drew explore the parallels between running ultras and getting through life's hardest moments. Drew's latest movie, Feel It All, comes out this spring and you can get all the updates @drewpeterskion IG. Buzz chats with more Keep Trail Running Weird Award Winners: Amy McDowell: Best Race Fail Chris Morrison: Best Pacer Favorite Trail Weirdo: Jeremy McCoubrey aka Chad Ultra. Follow Chad Ultra on IG @chad.ultra.never.tired Andy Glaze: Most inspirational. Follow Andy on IG @amglaze,  Strava at Andrew Glaze and Tik Tok @glazeruns Eric Durrett: Most Tenacious This episode we're partnering with LMNT. As we hit the trails, from the seasoned ultrarunner to the weekend warrior, one thing we all need to nail is hydration. But I'm not just talking about water. Enter LMNT. It is our go-to electrolyte powerhouse. Why LMNT? Because it ditches all that dodgy stuff – no sugar, no artificial nonsense. Just the electrolytes your body can use to help ward off cramps, fatigue, and even that brain fog you might hit mid-run.   And here's something cool for our Trailhead listeners. Grab a free LMNT Sample Pack, when you go to drinkLMNT.com/UltraSignup.

UltraSignUp link: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=106885 The Southern States 200 will be one of only three known Mountain TRAIL, POINT-TO-POINT, 200 mile races in the U.S. The run will follow the Legendary Pinhoti Trail from near Dalton, Georgia to the top of Mt Cheaha, the highest point in Alabama. The run will have 27,628 feet of elevation gain over 201 miles. The course will be fully marked with prismatic reflective flags, ribbons and signs. Runners will have 100 hours to complete the 201 mile journey. There will be 15 full aid stations along the way. Each with have "real food" made-to-order, day and night. Medical personnel will be available at most aid stations. Five of the full aid stations will also be Sleep Stations.

Discussions this week include race results from H.U.R.T 100 and Bandera 100K. We go over UR Magazine's North American ultrarunners of the year #7 - #1. Ultrasignup's keeping trail running weird award winners were annouced so we cover that as well. Finally we talk about the trail running series called Running Up For Air (RUFA) which is a cool concept for a great cause that has really picked up steam in the last few years.

We're back! Welcome to Season 3 of The Trailhead. Buzz and Corrine come clean for 2024. There were lots of surprises at the end of 2023. Corrine speaks with Michele Hartwig of Ornery Mule Racing about the joys of Midwest trail running. Get all the info about Ornery Mule Racing at www.ornerymuleracing.com. Buzz answers Semi-Rad's, Brendan Leonard, most pressing questions. You can see all Brendan's monthly drawings for UltraSignup on news.ultrasignup.com and the rest of his work on his website: semi-rad.com. This episode is brought to you by the Devil's Gulch Race in Washington State, happening on July 13-14th, 2024. The first 50 registrants snag a free pair of Darn Tough Socks! New for 2024: $1000 in prize money, equally distributed among all 1st place finishers across male, female, and non-binary categories. Devil's Gulch offers three epic distances: a half-marathon, 50 Miler, and a formidable 100 Miler. Brace yourself for a course featuring hot, dry high desert, intense gulches, and massive rock hoodoos. The 100 Miler is a true test of endurance with plenty of vert and heat which is why each finisher gets a homemade belt buckle. The 50 Miler? It's half the crazy. And for those seeking a more balanced challenge, there's the half-marathon. Choose your adventure at Devil's Gulch this July and make it a race to remember! Get all the info here: www.evergreentrailruns.com/devils-gulch/

On this episode of the Headlamp Hour we talk with Chris Morrison, a father, husband, trail runner, and content creator. We talk about how he grew up in Alaska, met his wife Ashley there and how later they made the drastic move to Phoenix. We discuss how he got into trail running as well as how he grew his Instagram following by posting authentic, funny, and relatable running content. We discuss the AMAZING story of how he got a nomination for Ultrasignup's Best Pacer of 2023, and finally we talk about being a stay-at-home dad, and how he logs TONS of stroller miles. Follow Chris! Chris's Instagram Chris's Strava Follow Me! Nate's Instagram Nate's Strava

In this episode we go over race results from last weekend and discuss the nominees for Ultrasignup's Keeping Trail Running Weird awards in 2023.

As we enter 2024, (how???) we began to realize that the world has changed a lot in the last 10 years. Our data guru, Matt Abbott, decided to take a look back at 10 years of USU stats.  He reviews the growth of the sport, which distances are the most popular, and who is running and where. We'd love to hear from you.  What is your experience in trail over the past 10 years? Do you have a favorite race or distance? Have you seen your local races growing? Are there more local races! Send us an email to trailhead@ultrasignup.com.

Co-host Jeremy and Coach Eve take on the inaguaral Dirt Circus in Phoenix. This UltraSignup event includes a race series and the chance to visit with run industry leaders and vendors. Phoenix runners shared their thoughts on the Arizona trail and road running scene in this special live recording!

The Moneywise Radio Show + Podcast Thursday, November 9th BE MONEYWISE. Moneywise Wealth Management I "The Moneywise Guys" podcast call: 661-847-1000 text in anytime: 661-396-1000 website: www.MoneywiseGuys.com facebook: Moneywise_Wealth_Management instagram: MoneywiseWealthManagement linkedin: MoneywiseWealthManagement Guest: Emily Keddie, Mountain Runner and so much more Instagram: Emilyin.thewild UltraSignUp: https://ultrasignup.com/m_results_participant.aspx?fname=Emily&lname=Keddie  

Hello friends, and thank you for listening. Today's episode details my experience being part of the biggest Hallowe'en ultramarathon dance party in the desert... the Aravaipa Running's Javelina Jundred presented by Hoka. I did a lot, met a lot of cool people, and have so many more fun memories of driving trucks, pounding T-posts, setting up tents and passing out belt buckles. It's the first time I've been at a race and NOT been at an aid station. Want to join us next year? Check out the Javelina Jundred website, Facebook page, Ultrasignup and the other events put on by Aravaipa. Signup starts January 1, 2024! Remember... Arizona is AWESOME! Haha, just like all of us Aquarii are. As always, you can connect with me with questions, comments and guest suggestions through my Instagram or cactusmoose@protonmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisdomofthewilderness/message

David Callahan and Jay Kelley are the leaders of UltraSignup -- the leading event registration and race database in trail running. They have a unique vantage point from which to assess the state of trail running and its prospects for the future. We talk about their history and the 2020 acquisition of the platform, their vision for servicing race directors and runners simultaneously, their evolving media strategy, whether trail running is in a bubble, and their foray into community events with the Dirt Circus.   Dirt Circus - Pheonix   Dirt Circus - Nashville (Virtual)   Dirt Circus - Bentonville   Sponsors: Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear Use code freetrail15 for 15% off Gnarly Nutrition Get 30% off your first subscription of Ketone IQ at HVMN.com/FREETRAIL30 Use code freetrail15 for 15% off Roark Apparel 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

This week on the HappyCast, we learn that the the ‘K' is NOT silent and are joined by the up-and-coming social media running truth teller and comedian, Michelle Knafla, better known as “FuelMyRun” on Instagram. We poke fun at anything and everything, including her UltraSignup account. Did she even know she had one? As a road runner that has dabbled in some trails, we pick her brain as we stroll through this fun and carefree episode, all while trying to convince her to frolic through some trails after (hopefully) doing the Boston Marathon. We also learn about some of her creative processes and what it takes to frequently put out content. Also, will Michelle end up pacing Andrew at one his races next year? Just think of the hilarious content she could create just from that! Michelle is also a running, fitness, and marketing coach, so check her out sometime.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and we always appreciate you leaving a good rate and review. Join the Facebook Group and follow us on Instagram and check out our website for the latest episodes, posts and merchandise coming soon. Have a topic you'd like to hear discussed in depth, or a guest you'd like to nominate? Email us at info@happyendingstc.org

Introducing a running podcast for people who think running podcasts are stupid. This is an ultrarunning comedy podcast instead. So if you are looking for inspirational or deep, thought-provoking content, you will probably DNF your next race just from listening to this.   Dom Grossman and Andy Pearson host this monthly variety show with guests who are probably too famous to be on it, totally worthless advice call-in segments, and other dumb jokes designed to make you shoot gel through your nose. Reluctantly presented by UltraSignup.

Barefoot Ken joins us once again for a fantastic chat on his Ultra/Half Marathon run, the Shawangunk Ridge Trail Run!  We get into the logistics of this trail and what made him decide to co-race direct this awesome race!  We also go into some of Ken's recent and upcoming races as well as New York/New Jersey Trail Conference updates. Thanks, Ken, it was fun to catch up!   We're signing up. Are you? runwild.org/srtrun or look for the Shawangunk Trail Run on UltraSignup.com Check Ken out at thelongbrownpath.com  

In this episode, we sit down with ultrarunners Danni Coffman and Dan Savage to dive deep into a topic that's been on our minds for quite some time and is high up on our bucket list - the incredible Grand Canyon Rim 2 Rim 2 Rim challenge. Join us as we unravel the physical and mental demands, the awe-inspiring moments, and the invaluable lessons learned from this extraordinary feat of endurance.Join us to hear it all!Danni Coffman's Ultrasignup resultsDan Savage's Ultrasignup results---The Mile 99 Interview | LinktreeYour Hosts: Jessica Harris / Greg Larkin / Mike TurnerThe Mile 99 Interview is creating podcast episodes | PatreonVenmo | The Mile 99 InterviewIntro/outro music: Joseph McDade - Elevation: https://josephmcdade.com/music/elevationSupport the show

In this episode, Buzz and Corrine marvel over Jim Walmsley, Courtney Dauwalter, and Zach Miller's performances at UTMB. Then, Corrine talks with artist Brendan Leonard (often known as Semi-Rad) about his ultimate trail race. It includes Dropbag Jeff and all the French toast. You can see Brendan's illustrations on UltraSignup. Buzz chats with two callers. First, he speaks with Mark from Minnesota. They agree that baked beans are not ideal running fuel. Buzz makes the case for sugar. Buzz and Laura from Portland talk about ultrarunning after cancer treatment.  Here are the links to the organizations Laura mentioned. Susan G Komen:  https://www.komen.org/ Pink Lemonade Project:  https://www.pinklemonadeproject.org/

Tune in and join us with our guest Heidi Rounds in this episode, someone who's no stranger to the  world of ultra trail races. With an impressive tally of 39 races on Ultrasignup, including notable podium finishes at RDL 100 miler, Fourmidable 50k, and Waldo 100k, our guest is a force to be reckoned with. Not to mention, she's secured a 1st place at the challenging Overlook 50 miler and snagged a hard-fought 2nd at the Ruck-A-Chuck 50k, all within the last six years.To top it off, she just completed the legendary UTMB race in France! Let's all congratulate her on that remarkable achievement and hear more about it tonight on the show!Heidi Rounds' Results (ultrasignup.com)https://montblanc.utmb.world/---The Mile 99 Interview | LinktreeYour Hosts: Jessica Harris / Greg Larkin / Mike TurnerThe Mile 99 Interview is creating podcast episodes | PatreonVenmo | The Mile 99 InterviewIntro/outro music: Joseph McDade - Elevation: https://josephmcdade.com/music/elevationSupport the showSupport the show

Buzz and Corrine are in Chamonix. UTMB is all anyone is talking about. They discuss who to watch and try to make sense of the “stones” qualification system. Corrine talks with UltraSignup's Rob Goyen about Dirt Circus trail party happening this fall.  Dirt Circus will be in Flower Mound, Texas on September 30, Boulder, Colorado on October 7, and Phoenix, Arizona on October 21.  The final event is in Bentonville, Arkansas on November 17th and 18th. Get details for all the events at dirt circus.ultrasignup.com. In Bentonville, there will also be a 5k and 10k race. The 10K is a competitive event with a cash prize of $3000 for the first-place finishers! All events have an expo, entertainment and raffle prizes. Events are filling up fast! Buzz talks to Justin about "Soft Rocking" and Leave No Trace principles while trail running. And Maddie wants not just to finish a 50k, but to race it. She and Buzz come up with a training and pacing plan for Red Rock. If you want more info about Leave No Trace, check out their website https://lnt.org/  Taking place between September 29th and October 1st this fall at the Antlers Hotel in Colorado Springs, the UESCA Ultrarunning Conference is the first-ever ultrarunning conference of its kind. Headlined by renowned ultrarunning coach and author, Jason Koop – the conference brings together top experts from around the world to present on a multitude of topics specific to ultrarunning. To learn more, or to register for the conference, please visit: ultraconference.uesca.com.

In this episode we speak with Doug Mayer -journalist and author of the book "The Race That Changed Running, The Inside Story of UTMB". Plus we'll tell you about a running retreat in the Alps we are hosting next year and how you can be a part! The Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB) in Chamonix, France, is the most competitive trail ultramarathon in the world attracting the top professional trail runners. The 171 kilometer course circles Mont Blanc and winds through France, Italy, and Switzerland. [box] Links Mentioned in this Episode AG1 by Athletic Greens -the ultimate daily all-in-one health drink with 75 proven vitamins, minerals and whole food-sourced ingredients. Get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Joint Health PLUS® by Previnex -our top recommended joint supplement for runners. Save 15% with code MTA Sidekick Muscle Scraping Tools. Try the My Personal PT Bundle! Get 15% off with our link. The Richmond Marathon in Richmond, Virginia. Come meet us on November 10-11th! The Race That Changed Running Doug Mayer's new book Send us a message if you're interested in our Trail du Mont Blanc running retreat next year. [/box] Doug Mayer grew up in the US, cross country skiing in New Hampshire's White Mountains with his older brothers. In a past life he worked as a Producer for the NPR show Car Talk. Today he runs his business Run the Alps and writes for a number of trail running media outlets, including Outside, Trail Runner, and Ultrasignup. His latest book is The Race that Changed Running: The Inside Story of UTMB. He lives in Chamonix, France with his partner and dog Izzy.

Buzz and Corrine chat about Buzz's skyrace experience in Norway. Then Corrine interviews Zoë Rom and Tina Muir about their new book, Becoming a Sustainable Runner: A Guide to Running for Life, Community, and Planet. “A healthy planet depends on your thriving and your community's thriving. Your running depends on a healthy planet and a healthy community. A healthy community depends on healthy individuals and a healthy planet to exist,” said Zoë. And Buzz answers questions from Scott on pickle juice and mustard and talks to race director Samuel Hartman about why ultrarunning is not in the Olympics.   Are you ready for Dirt Circus? Dirst Circus is a series of running festivals from UltraSignup and it's happening this fall! UltraSignup has partnered with local running stores to bring together runners, race directors, coaches, and brands to celebrate all the things we love about trail running.  We will have  group runs, an expo, demos, and amazing raffle prizes.  Dirt Circus will be in Flower Mound, Texas September 30th. In Boulder, Colorado on October 7th. And in Phoenix, Arizona on October 21st.  We will close out the season with epic event in Bentonville, Arkansas on November 17th and 18th. Get details for all of the events at dirt circus.ultrasignup.com. In Bentonville, there will also be a 5k and 10k race. The 10K is a competitive event with a cash prize of $3000 for the first place finishers.  If you want to meet new people, test out new gear, or lace up for the Bentonville race, register at dirtcircus.ultrasignup.com. Events are filling up fast.   

In this episode, Corrine chats with Brendan Madigan and Scott Rokis about the Broken Arrow Skyrace and UltraSignup's live coverage of the event starting June 16.   Then Buzz and Jamil Coury unpack Aravaipa Running's recent partnership with White Mountain Endurance. The two of them also answer listener questions about putting on exceptional trail races, altitude training, and how to deliver what you promised.    The Trailhead Podcast is a production from UltraSignup News. This episode is presented by Ultimate Direction. Use promo code “Trailhead25” for 25% off at Ultimate Direction.

Matt Feldhake is the Marketing Director for Aravaipa Running. Matt joins the podcast to discuss visions for Cocodona 250, the progress made around live-streaming events in our sport, and pitching trail running to different audiences. Discounts:Aravaipa Running - use code Singletrack10 at checkout on Ultrasignup for 10% off registration to one of their Flagstaff Sky Peaks races on 10/7.Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/discount/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next orderHVMN - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://hvmn.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next orderTimestamps:(1:37) - vision for the Cocodona 250(7:44) - fan interest in 200+ mile race(15:44) - early lessons from the Cocodona 250 livestream(21:32) - Flagstaff livestreaming scene(30:31) - the rewards, complexity of Cocodona 250 livestream(34:28) - why Aravaipa is excied about and invested in livestreaming events(44:29) - guessing at the future of trail running livestreams(48:53) - trail running media inspiration(53:01) - UTMB discussion, trail running events landscape(60:50) - marketing the sport of trail runningLinks:Connect with Matt on LinkedInThe Long Way Home ft Eric SensemanFlagstaff Sky Peaks race seriesAdditional Episodes You May Enjoy:#184 - Fred Abramowitz - Run Rabbit Run | Casual Ultrarunning Fans, Prize Money, Sponsorship Blueprint#60 - Chris Chavez | Citius Mag, Building A Running Media Company, Creating Running Fans#26 - Sam Parsons | How To Build A Trail Running TeamSupport the show

Race season is here! And with live events, comes live streaming. Corrine and Buzz go over the latest news in livestreams from UTMB, Golden Trail Series, and UltraSignup's very own foray. Then, Jen Sotolongo is back, talking to Corrine about the best practices for running with your dog. You can read more tips from Jen on UltraSignup News. Later, Buzz interviews two callers, and gives some insight into training for a birthday run project and how much focus to give certain data points. The Trailhead Podcast is a production from UltraSignup News. This episode is presented by Ultimate Direction. Use promo code “Trailhead25” for 25% off at Ultimate Direction.

Alondra Moody is a 46-year-old mother of four that currently works in physical therapy. She's also a personal trainer and running coach primarily focused on ultra-runners and makes her home in Knoxville, TN. Alondra is an ambassador for Xoskin and runs for her local running store, the Long Haul. She has a long list of wins among the ladies, including the Iron Mountain 40 miler three times, Chattanooga Mountain Stage Race, Black Toe 12-hour Run twice, Yamacraw 50k twice, Norris Dam Hard Trail Race 4 times, the Georgia Jewel 50 Miler, and Cumberland trail 50k twice and many more wins. Alondra finished the Western States 100 miler in 2017 and has five Hellgate 100k finishes. Most notably, she was the overall winner at the No Business 100 miler and one of her wins at the Norris Dam Hard Trail Race was also the outright win as well. Alondra set FKT's for the SCAR, Pitchell, and Foothills trails. . She has 41 wins and 10 additional podium finishes out of 60 races on Ultrasignup.com. She's done all of this in the past 10 years, when she began running at the age of 36 while working and raising a family. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/3880/message

This week, Buzz and Corrine get real about how they tackle injury and the healing process. Then, Corrine interviews Emily Halnon about the emotional crash she experienced after running her dream race, the Hardrock 100. Emily first wrote about this in "The Runner's Low" for UltraSignup News. Later, Buzz gives Steven from Georgia some tips on training for race day elevation when you don't live at altitude. The Trailhead is an UltraSignup production. This episode is presented by Sidas. Use promo code “Trailhead20” for 20% off your purchase at Sidas.com.

This week, Buzz and Corrine talk about the Pro Trail Runners Association (PTRA), a non-profit based in Switzerland that Corrine helped found. Corrine interviews Andrew Drummond, from Run the Whites, about our UltraSignup News article “Rock hopping with Run the Whites,” and his ultra-journey from helping Scott Jurek set an FKT to putting the White Mountains back on the map. Buzz then talks to two of our Keep Trail Running Weird award winners: Mike Melton who won the Most Tenacious and Jen Golbeck who has inspired thousands to start running (at any pace) and won our Most Inspirational. She even inspires Buzz along the way! You can find Jen on Instagram at Jen Runs With Dogs. The Trailhead is a production from UltraSignUp . This episode is presented by Ultimate Direction. Use promo code “Trailhead25” for 25% off Ultimate Direction.

***NEW PODCAST*** This ain't your normal Trailhead! We'd like to introduce a new podcast that we thought you might enjoy, UltraData. Matt Abbott walks us through how to develop an algorithm to rank UltraSignup's races by difficulty. Along the way, he brings in some guests (Jeff Pelletier, Riley Brady, Arlen Glick, & Corrine Malcolm) to discuss what makes different races hard for them and to react to iterations of the ranking. We hope you enjoy it!   The Trailhead podcast will be back to its regular episodes in January!

Matt Abbott walks us through how to develop an algorithm to rank UltraSignup's races by difficulty. Along the way, he brings in some guests (Jeff Pelletier, Riley Brady, Arlen Glick, & Corrine Malcolm) to discuss what makes different races hard for them and to react to iterations of the ranking. Jeff Pelletier: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9g6CF-ayNzU (“What makes an ultramarathon hard?”) Arlen Glick: https://ultrasignup.com/results_participant.aspx?fname=Arlen&lname=Glick Riley Brady: https://ultrasignup.com/results_participant.aspx?fname=Riley&lname=Brady Corrine Malcolm: https://ultrasignup.com/m_results_participant.aspx?fname=Corrine&lname=Malcolm Chapter Headings 00:00 Intro 01:52 Guest Intros 03:05 What makes a trail race hard? 19:37 UltraSignup Runner Rank explained 23:54 Race rank development 29:22 Hardest races of 2022? 42:38 Hardest 100 milers of 2022? 53:09 Conclusion

Eric Buckley is back with his Shippey 2022 race report and little advice on how a middle of the packer can win a 100 mile race.   Shippey Endurance Runs on Ultrasignup: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=92148 Please continue to send in the race reports at BellflysEndurance@gmail.com

Listen how Tim navigated the inaugural 3 day, Thunder Chicken 100k Stage Race in St Louis.  How he fought back after taking a wrong turn TWICE in three days.   Thunder Chicken can be found on Ultrasignup: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=89129 Continue submitting those race reports.  Send them to BellflysEndurance@gmail.com and they'll be happy to post.  This podcast is produced and sponsored by Bellflys Endurance Coaching.  They are taking on new clients and would love to meet with you to help you meet all your goals.  BellflysEndurance @gmail.com

Corrine and Buzz talk about “crushing” and “dominating” on the trails with writer and pro-athlete Meg Mackenzie who penned the thought provoking article “Annihilate That Course and Obliterate Your Competition.” Does using violent language influence our sport experience? The UltraSignup community had heated reactions to the online article; listen in and add your opinion. Then Buzz helps Matt from Issaquah, WA decide how long to rest after a big ultra-effort. Plus, Buzz's favorite go-to recovery activity. Have a question about trail or distance running? Send your question to news@ultrasignup.com for a chance to chat with Buzz on an upcoming episode.   Presented by Ultimate Direction and with support this week from Squirrel's Nut Butter. Use promo code “Trailhead25” for 25% off Ultimate Direction or Squirrel's Nut Butter.

This is the recording from our FB Live Interview on Wednesday September 28, 2022 with Lee Connor and Karmell Ohlrogge! Lee and Karmell are seasoned ultra runners who are making an incredible impact on our sport! It'll take you a while to scroll through each of their UltraSignUp results as both Lee and Karmell have completed over 100 events combined (and that's just UltraSignUp!). After we got the backstory on each of their running journeys, we spent the rest of the interview chatting about The Women's 100 Miler Project that Lee and Karmell created. The Facebook Group has over 600 women! Read on to learn more about this incredible group: "EMPOWERING WOMEN IN ULTRARUNNING! The Women's 100 Miler Project Started as a low budget grassroots video project where we follow five women on their journey to their first 100 miler over the course of a year, under the training and guidance of established ultrarunner Lee Conner, in an effort to get more women interested in running 100s. In launching this project it became abundantly clear, however, that there's no shortage of women WANTING to run 100s, there's a shortage of women with the confidence to commit to or begin training. One of the biggest things holding them back was being overwhelmed with the conflicting information out there, and not knowing where to start. We decided to open up the training to all women, not just those in our video project. Our mission is to streamline and simplify information and training, in a supportive and encouraging environment, in order to facilitate making a 100 miler an achievable goal for as many women as possible." https://thewomens100milerproject.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/268691585272178

Where do we begin with this one? Well, her first Ultrasignup is from 1999, but we have to go back even further. We sit down with ultra running legend, Suzi Cope. She is the first woman to complete the Grand Slam, completed the Barkley Marathons Fun Run in 1991 and 1994 and ran her first Western States in 1985 (29:41). We also find out why she's been nicknamed the "Barf Queen."Be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and we always appreciate you leaving a good rate and review. Join the Facebook Group and follow us on Instagram.Have a topic you'd like to hear discussed in depth, or a guest you'd like to nominate? Email us at info@happyendingstc.org

Today's guest is John Radich. We met John at the LA Marathon Expo and couldn't help but notice his Badwater belt buckle. After approaching him, we immediately sensed his warmth and generosity, and knew we had to have him on the pod (he also casually mentioned that he's completed Badwater 14 times!). John takes us through his history of running ultras going back to 1979. At 68, John is still crushing miles and if he's not running Badwater, he's out there crewing it. He also talks us through his cross-continental run and why it doesn't count unless you put your feet in the water. You can follow John on IG: @radichruns To see some of John's running accomplishments: John's page on Ultrasignup.com John's page on Ultrarunning.com Follow NNR on Strava: www.strava.com/clubs/NNR_ www.nevernotrun.com

This week Meagan gets a promotion; Sue gets more shoes; we discuss muscle and oxygen in Alex Hutchinson's Endure; our Runner Girl of the Week has very floofy running partner; and did Dean Karnazes actually get attacked by a coyote?   Meagan's Book Club Current selection: Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance by Alex Hutchinson  Runner Girls Book List on Amazon   Runner Girl of the Week Julie on Strava   Running News Dean Karnazes attacked by coyote during 150 mile race Note on the Ultrasignup page from race director

Buzz Burrell and Corrine Malcolm team up to bring you a lively mix of trail topics, stories, and real runner questions. Whether you're an experienced ultrarunner or newly “trail curious” and just getting started in the sport, start your run with UltraSignup…and meet us at The Trailhead!

Our good friend and Foresthill trail runner Dave Hope joined us to talk about his start as a Stockton area speedster on the track and cross-country racing scene, to a missed opportunity in the Marine Corps, travels from Belize to Minnesota and eventually finding his way back to California!Now he has the opportunity along with a few hundred others to toe the line at the 2022 Western States Endurance Run. Dave runs with a smile on his face and a positive outlook and has dialed in his training for this year's race, including a new 50k distance PR.  Our very own Jessica Harris will pace him from Foresthill to the river crossing, and we're excited to follow him throughout the day and night!After you've listened to the episode, head over to https://www.patreon.com/posts/episode-69-post-67341753 and check out the post show with Dave!Dave's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foresthilldave/Dave's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davejulie.hopeDave's Ultrasignup: https://ultrasignup.com/results_participant.aspx?fname=Dave&lname=Hope---Your hosts: Jessica Harris / Greg Larkin / Mike TurnerIntro/outro music: Joseph McDade - Elevation: https://josephmcdade.com/music/elevationThe Mile 99 Interview is creating podcast episodes | PatreonVenmo | The Mile 99 InterviewSupport the show

In this episode we talk with Jenn Hughes (Managing Editor) and David Callahan (Managing Partner) at Ultrasingup. Almost all of you know about ultra signup. You use the platform to sign up for races, to check entrants lists, and to scroll through past results. But you might not know that Ultrasignup is expanding in a lot of interesting ways. We talk about their plans to transition from being a "passive" to more "active" member of the trail and ultra running communities. We learn more about the newly established content arm of the platform, how they are trying to integrate with technological advances outside of the running world including the whole web3 eco system, and much much more.Timestamps:(1:50) - Jenn's professional and endurance sports background(6:45) - David's professional and endurance sports background(10:06) - Comparing and contrasting the past, present, and future of Ultrasignup(14:23) - Creating more opportunities for trail running creators(16:18) - Improving the experience between race registration and race day(19:01) - Where Ultrasignup fits in the trail running media landscape(22:52) - Beta testing message boards at Ultrasignup(27:01) - Content and media inspiration for Ultrasignup's new direction(30:05) - How Ultrasignup is thinking about the opportunities in Web3(34:33) - Race data, how Ultrasignup can help race directors(40:00) - Ultrasignup content that is resonating with readers right now(44:34) - Matchmaking runners and races(47:46) - How Ultrasignup positions itself against other registration platforms(50:52) - What's most exciting about Ultrasignup right now(52:55) - Whether different scoring systems on Ultrasignup, ITRA, etc will be reconciled(57:09) - What Ultrasignup will look like in 2030Links:Ultrasignup NewsletterUltrasignup ForumAdditional Episodes You May Enjoy:#7 - Mark Gainey | Co-Founder of Strava, Trail Running, Athlete Creators#3 - Jimmy Daly | Social Media, Content Creation, Branding For Trail RunnersSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/singletracknews)

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Get to know the winners of this year's "Ultrasignup Keep Trail Running Weird Awards" in the categories of, "Most Inspirational", "Best Pacer", "Most Tenacious", "Biggest Weirdo" and "Most Miles". Want to thank the gang at Ultrasignup for making this happen this year! We had a blast meeting all the winners and sharing their stories.

In this episode, we sit down to discuss Ultra running from a relative newbie who has had tremendous success, my friend Newton McCollum. We talk all things running that someone new to trail running and ultra running might need to know, including some of the differences between flatland running and mountain running. Newton also recently moved to Boulder, Colorado, so we discuss some of the differences in running culture and training. We also talk patience and pacing, which are perhaps the most difficult aspects of distances beyond the marathon, known as an "Ultra". This might include popular 50k, 50 milers or 100 milers, or beyond! We also discuss the difference between time and distance goal events, including the Florida-based events: Tick Tock Ultra, Croom trail races, and of the Long Haul (100 Miler), Daytona 100! We finally talk about nationally known races such as the goal race for many ultra athletes: "Western States", the Leadville 100 Miler (which he ran in 2019), and his upcoming Moab Arches Ultra. To be sure, mountain training has been a huge adjustment for Newton, but one which he revels in as he clocks thousands of miles in elevation some weeks in Colorado. You can follow Newton @newtscootandboogie on Instagram, and check out his recent adventures and upcoming ones on Ultrasignup! Please message us @runninganthropologist on Instagram or Facebook, or you can send us a message in the comments section at our website: www.RunningAnthropologist.com —Until then, hope to see you on the road and trails, and Happy Running!

We have teamed up with Ultrasignup.com to give you the "Keep Trail Running Weird Awards". These awards celebrate the great and interesting runners in our community. On this episode we present the "Best Bonk Award", "Most Improved Award", "Most Races", "Most Hours Racing" and "Most Fashionable" awards. Find out who won and hear their incredible stories.

On this episode of F*ck Wellness, Makena and Lara put Mal and Ryan in the hot seat to talk about chosen family, in-laws, engagement, and You (lol if you listen you'll get it). Think of this episode as the equivalent of a Bachelorette Men Tell All, except it's Mal & Ryan Tell All. You can follow Ryan on IG if you want but he posts only once or twice every decade. For more of his whereabouts, you can follow his running prowess on UltraSignup (; New to F*ck Wellness? Click here for our blog post on the best episodes to start with!Follow us on Instagram at @generationthreegirls or visit our website: generationthreegirls.com for more information on upcoming offerings and blog posts.Personal instas:Mallory: @mallorycmwLara: @laravanderb22Makena: @makenasherwood

“Eating the elephant one bite at a time. It's that mentality with ultrarunning.” Jake Kilgore is the co-race director and founder of the DC Peaks 50. He shares his prison experience with us and what he learned from it. Hear all about the DC Peaks 50 in Utah and how a blizzard and inclement weather derailed the entire event and what he is going to do different next year. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020  Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ Squirrel's Nut Butter https://squirrelsnutbutter.com Allwedoisrun.com Jake Kilgore Contact Info: http://www.dcpeaks50.com UltraSignup: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=80318 Email: dcpeaks50@gmail.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/dcpeaks50/ Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters

This video is about Wesley Atkinson, the 2019 Eastern States 100 champion and course record holder. In this episode Ellie does a dive into Wesley's history with running, why he started ultras, what his training looks like and his experience at Eastern States. Wesley also explains his recent 100 mile ultra from his home in Pennsylvania and tackling Strava challenges. Wesley's Ultrasignup: https://ultrasignup.com/results_participant.aspx?fname=Wesley&lname=Atkinson Wesley's Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/35419986 Eastern States 100: http://www.easternstates100.com/ Hyner Trail Challenge: https://www.patraildogs.com/hyner World's End 100K: https://worldsendultra.com/100k-information/

Ian Connell just won Bimblers Bluff 50k for the second time, but he is not all about winning.  He finds his space on the trail and lives in the joy of the moment.  He has ended up on the podium of every UltraSignup race he has entered, but remains remarkably humble.   Bimblers Bluff 50K Race Results Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter Cultra Facebook Fan Page Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running Sign up for a crazy adventure at Rat Race

In this episode, course creator Brandon Thrower talks with me about the entirety of the course and we make suggestions about how to traverse and tackle this course. Please let us know if you have more questions. To contact Brandon or learn about his races, please visit: https://www.tanawhaadventures.com/   To reach the RUN828 Foundation, please visit: https://www.run828foundation.org/    To reach NC Mountain Trail Runners Club, please visit: https://ncmtr.org/   To reach Aaron, please email: hellbender100RD@gmail.com   To find out more information about Hellbender, please visit: https://www.hellbender100.com/   Also, please like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Hellbender100   And Instagram: @hellbender100miler   Don't forget, registration opens on Nov. 1 at 6am EST on UltraSignUp!!!   Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, share, and leave a review if you see fit!    

Where do we begin with Beverley Anderson-Abbs? Her 198 trophies on UltraSignup gives you an indication of what type of athlete she is but during our chat we narrowed it down to some specific races that really put her name out there. We discuss how her knee injuries almost kept her off many a start line, about her early days as an adventure racer and experiences at Eco-Challenge and Primal Quest and her 4 top place finishes at Western States 100. Not to mention her grand slam attempt, and of course The Barkley Marathons, and her latest win at The Last Annual Heart of the South Road Race in 2020; a race that is 326 miles in length.     Here is Beverley Anderson-Abbs.     You can follow Bev on Instagram here : bevruns   Check out GottaRunRacing website here: gottarunracing.com Check out GRR Facebook here: GRRFacebook Check out GRR Instagram here: GRRInstagram Check out GRR Twitter here: GRRTwitter You can also check out our Vodcasts on our Youtube Channel at Gottarunracing

Harvard Physics Professor Jenny Hoffman joins us to discuss quasiparticle interference imaging, and nanoscale electronic phase transitions! But hold onto your Hoberman sphere!  Jenny has also racked up an amazing 52 medals on UltraSignup and was in the home stretch of setting the women's transcon record when she was unexpectedly taken down by an injury. Jenny is a true outlier, living in the pinnacle of both science and sport.  Join the Cultra Crew as we learn a lot from Jenny about discipline, focus, humility and dreaming big. https://www.runjennyrun.com/ Jenny Hoffman's Website Run Jenny Run! Become a Cultra Crew Patreon

We are so excited to have Michael Wardian back in the house today; we first sat down with Mike in 2016 for episode 25, where we talked about relentlessly pursuing passion and pushing the limits of what has been made possible.   Mike is an international shipbroker, speaker, coach, business owner, dad to two boys and two vizslas, Rosie and Bash, and of course, a very well-known ultra runner, which almost feels too blah of a descriptive for this guy.  His resume on UltraSignUp dates back to 1998. Anyone who knows of Mike never seems to be surprised at his FKT attempts, robust race schedule, or solo adventures like his Guinness book world record attempt for the fastest known time for a marathon in a highland dress.  Still, I have to say, his win at last year's Quarantine Backyard Ultra was one of the most epic challenges I've witnessed, thanks to social media. It was a virtual race that started with over 2,400 runners from more than 50 countries. It ended over 60 hours later with only two runners left, Mike and Radek Brunner, who missed the start of the 63rd lap, making Mike the winner after 422 kilometers of running.  As I said, the resume is massive, and we're super pumped for you to listen in and hear what he is relentlessly brewing up for the future.  In this episode, we discuss: - winning the quarantine backyard in 2020 - FKT for the run across America - coming back from injury - injury as an opportunity  - grow incrementally and stay consistent - do weird things that you wouldn't normally do - limiting yourself because you don't want to learn something - mental game crossover of ultra running and chess - perspective on engineered nutrition for racing - pickleball training for a high altitude ultra - unique challenges of a graduate-level 100-miler - running on the moon Thank you so much for being so supportive of the show; if it has made a positive impact, please consider pledging on Patreon, where you will be assisting us in keeping the YogiTriathlete and Awake Athlete podcasts commercial-free. Any amount helps and is greatly appreciated. Namaste- Jess

“The origin story for UltraSignup runs through Western States.” David Callahan and Jay Kelley are the new owners of UltraSignup. Luis sits down with them in Olympic Valley just before the start of Western States 100. Hear how UltraSignup is not just for long distance races and the changes coming down the pipe like virtual races, social aspects and new categories for runners. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020  Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ Allwedoisrun.com David Callahan Contact Info: dcallahan@ultrasigup.com ultrasignup.com Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

This week on Trail Runner Nation, we have a special edition of our podcast. UTMB race co-founder Michel Poletti joins us from Chamonix, France, along with four other guests, from Bellingham, Washington, to Boulder, to Chamonix. The topic? A new partnership announced today between the iconic triathlon brand and what is perhaps the world’s most famous trail race. Trail Runner Nation was one of the first media outlets in the world to receive the news. We taped this show Tuesday night, Chamonix time, and held it until the embargo expired at 4 am east coast time, Thursday, May 6. We’ll continue to cover this story in future podcast episodes, as it evolves. For now, you can check out highlights of our conversation on our Trail Runner Nation Youtube Channel, and read a summary of highlights in this blog post on our web site. What’s your opinion of this news? The Trail Runner Nation conversation continues in the new Trail Running Community at Ultrasignup. Check it out HERE. Our Guests: Michel Poletti is one of the founders of the UTMB race, along with his wife Catherine. Prior to that he ran a technology company, and organized an international hang gliding contest in Chamonix. He is an avid trail runner who for many years would run the 121 km UTMB TDS race with a radio so he could both race and help manage the event. He lives in Chamonix, France.  Krissy Moehl is a Patagonia-sponsored trail runner. She won the first edition of UTMB in 2003, and won again in 2009. She coaches trail runners and is author of the book, Running Your First Ultra. Find out more at krissymoehl.com. She joins us from Bellingham, Washington. Hillary Gerardi has set course records around the world on highly technical skyraces. She recently established a woman’s record on the Haute Route ski from Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland. She is sponsored by Black Diamond Equipment. Originally from Vermont, she lives in Chamonix full time now and joins us from there.  Brian Metzler is one of the founders of Trail Runner Magazine and continues as a Contributing Editor. He is co-author of the upcoming book Trail Running Illustrated and writes for numerous magazines and websites. He joins us from Boulder, Colorado.  Adam Chase is President of the American Trail Running Association, Captain and Manager of the Brooks off-road running team, and co-author of The Ultimate Guide to Trail Running. He has been freelance writing about running for several decades. He joins us from Boulder, where he practices law when not trail running.  Show highlights from the Trail Runner Nation Youtube Channel Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc Continue the discussion in the Ultrasignup Community UTMB Through the Eyes of its Creator, Part 1 UTMB Through the Eyes of its Creator, Part 2

Jason Green from Yeti Trail Runners joins the podcast to discuss all of the wonderful aspects of trail running. This refreshing conversation dives into what the Ultra and Trail running community is like. Please see the resources below for how to start out in Ultra running, and join our Podcast Facebook Group for much more.    Yeti Trail Runners On Instagram @yetitrailrunners   To find Ultra races near you: Ultrasignup.com    Intro to Gear: https://trailrunnermag.com/gear Trail Running Safety Tips and Equipment: https://runtrails.org/trail-running-safety David Roche: Science of Ultras https://www.scienceofultra.com/ Mountain Legs Video: https://youtu.be/rYsWzRu_0Yc   Born to Run, by Christopher McDougall; Amazon Affiliate Link   Join the Runners Without Limits Group on Facebook   For more informative and fun content related to all things running and then some visit the Running Without Limits (Heather Jergensen) channel on YouTube and Facebook   Follow us on Instagram: Heather: @CoachHeatherJ Jen: @AQuiltingJewel   About Us Heather and Jen are a coach/athlete duo that talk about all things running during a weekly podcast. Heather has been an athlete for most of her life. She took her love of swimming and entered the triathlon world, eventually crushing Ironman. She eventually married her love of running and all things Disney and tackled a number of runDisney runs. This is where she met Jen. Jen began running during her weight loss journey half a dozen years ago. She previously only ran from base to base as a varsity softball player and loathed running. But thanks to her friends and a supportive network, she ran her first 5K. Heather and Jen met as Jen was training for her first half marathon and eventually her first full marathon thanks to Heather’s encouragement. The two are now dear friends and share a coach/athlete relationship. This friendship and love for running comes through on their podcast.    All information provided by Heather Jergensen Coaching and Runners Without Limits is of a general nature and is furnished only for educational/entertainment purposes only. No information is to be take as medical or other health advice pertaining to any individual specific health or medical condition. You agree that use of this information is at your own risk and hold Runners Without Limits harmless from any and all losses, liabilities, injuries or damages resulting from any and all claims.

“All I thought about was working on the website and subsequently my running suffered.” Learn how Mark Gilligan created UltraSignup.com, how the idea for the ranking system came into existence, and who he just sold it to. Listen to Luis chat with the new owners Jay Kelley and David Callahan and hear about some new plans for the website like adding a blog and a forum. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. HAMMER NUTRITION show code: Roaddoglistener Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.hammernutrition.com DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020 Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ Allwedoisrun.com Ultrasignup.com Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

When races are less of a priority, how do we get ready for a new race? Mathias signs up for a 100 miler, and we discuss the mental and physical challenges of preparing. Doug then brings up a story about an adventure some he knows is undertaking, which nobody will ever hear about. Is an experience with documentation something you would do? Oh, and Ultrasignup was sold. Links: http://outdoor-society.com Zion 100: https://vacationraces.com/ultras/zion UltraSignUp sold: https://ultrarunning.com/featured/ultrasignup-sold-to-tennessee-firm/

Alyssa tells you everything you need to know about signing up and preparing for an ultra marathon race! FIND A RACE: www.Ultrasignup.com COMMIT TO IT: https://semi-rad.com/2015/09/the-power-of-a-fear-based-fitness-plan/ Leave us a review and you could win a FREE Little Lyss product! Be sure to leave your Instagram handle in the review, or send a screenshot to @themessymiddlepodcast on Instagram! SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT US: Get your FREE 30 day Audible trial Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Katie Ghidiu won the last race from the “before” times. Before a pandemic ended running and life as we know it. Before masks were cool and 6 feet of distance meant losing a race by less than a second.She won the Last Runner Standing put on be TrailsRoc in early March...and went out with a bang finishing with a 7:00 mile after hours on a snow-packed trail. Katie was a recruited walk-on for Notre Dame, meaning she was on the bubble of getting into the school and onto the team. She ran with a local runner some may know, Molly Huddle. She ran at nationals and went to regionals for the steeplechase. Her mile PR is a smoking fast 4:54. In this episode, Katie walks us through the college running experience. She really enjoyed having friends and being part of a team. Her coach helped foster a healthy team environment providing a good example and encouraging good role models. She does say she felt burned out most of college and maybe overtrained for her level. The Notre Dame women really liked to hammer and no one pulled them back. After college, Katie took a bit of time off competition and ran occasionally for a number of years. She always knew she'd be back and in 2012 she trained for and ran the Wineglass marathon in 2:58. A few more years of inconsistency followed until friends convinced her to sign up for the first running of Twisted Branch. She got third that year, in 14:40. Katie is a librarian and in this episode she and Ellie geek out on books, their favorite authors and more. They talk Twisted Branch from a racers perspective. Katie gives the inside details on a team with Molly Huddle and what training with her was like. Finally, they discuss running and working in a pandemic. Katie was scheduled to run GDR and the Wineglass marathon but will not be competing in those, rescheduled, virtual or not. Check Katie out here: UltraSignUp

Take a run with Ultra Stories host John Lacroix, as he speaks candidly about why HPRS has decided to part ways with Ultrasignup. In this episode John read's a statement collectively prepared by the HPRS Board of Directors, then speaks openly about what ultimately lead to the decision and what unethical behavior has transpired since.

In this episode we speak with ultra runner Courtney Dauwalter -winner of the 2019 Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc -the most prestigious trail ultramarathon in Europe. She has also finished first at the Tahoe 200, Western States 100, Moab 240 and many other ultras. And in the quick tip segment you will hear about nutrition strategies for building muscle and promoting recovery. Interview with Courtney Dauwalter photo credit: Scott Rokis PhotographyWe are thrilled to get a chance to speak with Courtney Dauwalter -a runner we have admired for some time. Courtney describes herself as an “ultra runner with a love for sunshine, long inseams, and candy.” Since 2011 Courtney has won 38 marathons and ultras according to UltraSignup, 13 of these races she was the 1st place overall finisher beating all the men! Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc In September she won the famous Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc, considered to be the World Cup of ultra running. Over 2,000 of the top trail runners in the world toe the start line. This 106 miles race starts in Chamonix, France, and runs through the Alps (total elevation gain of 32,940 feet), crosses the boarder into Italy, then Switzerland, and back to Chamonix where thousands of cheering spectators and media welcome the champions. Courtney was the first place female with a time of 24 hours, 34 minutes and 26 seconds finishing 1 hour ahead of 2nd place. photo credit: Courtney Dauwalter, InstagramTahoe 200 We also talk about the 2018 Tahoe 200 which is a (you guessed it) 200 mile race around Lake Tahoe -the largest alpine lake in California. Runners must cover the distance in 100 hours (4 days). Courtney did it in 49:54:36 and was the 1st place female finisher (and course record holder). She slept a total of only 21 minutes of the nearly 50 hours of running. To get a sense of the “pain cave” see this video by Salomon Running. Up Next Courtney will be competing for team USA in the 24 Hour World Championships in France. This format requires runners to rack up as many miles as possible on a 1 kilometer loop in 24 hours. The highest distance wins. Also competing for team USA will be Camille Herron (current world record holder), Katalin Nagy, Megan Alvarado, Gina Slaby, and Pam Smith. Follow Courtney on social media here: Instagram | Twitter | FacebookAlso Mentioned in This Episode The Revel Kulia Marathon in Hawaii. This will be Angie’s final marathon in her 50 state quest! Still time to sign up for the race and meet us there. Angelo Poli, metabolism expert and founder of MetPro, joined us to answer the question, “Are there nutrition strategies for building muscle and promoting recovery?”. Since November Angie has lost 31 pounds and got her marathon time back down to Boston Qualifying level using the MetPro system. Visit www.metpro.co/mta for a free consultation call.Shout Out! Today I ran the Medieval Marathon in Kilkenny, Ireland. My goal was to just run and enjoy being in another country. To my surprise, I ended up getting a PR by a few minutes. I came through the finish around 4:19:15, and my previous PR was 4:21:45, and this course had 900ft more of elevation gain compared to my other PR! . . . I spent the second half of the race in the pain cave, but I couldn’t help but revel in the fact I was running in a most beautiful country. I have to give thanks once again to MTA and Coach Chris for getting me inspired and all trained up to PR even when I wasn’t having the best day! -Emily The post Exploring the “Pain Cave” with Courtney Dauwalter appeared first on Marathon Training Academy.

This week we are bringing you tales from my fellow Desert RATS racers and crew members for our final podcast about this year's Kokopelli Stage Race! I was lucky enough to share my time in the desert with these absolutely incredible people and I am honored to be able to share their experiences with all of you. In this episode, runners Kayla Howell, Morgan Hall, Laurie Miller, and Theresa Zordan unfold all the highs and lows from their own desert journeys as we try to really pinpoint what the race so special. Meanwhile, Gemini Adventures race director and race liaison Reid Delman and Kyla Claudell discuss what made this year's event unique, what they get out of putting it on, and the adventures they have had through the 16 years of Desert RATS. Hope you guys enjoy this episode as much as I did!! To everyone involved in the race this year- thank you, thank you, thank you!! My time in the desert meant more than I can possibly express (even with nearly 4 hours of podcast about it ha ha ha!!) Also if you're interested in the event you can register at Ultrasignup (link below) and type in the code WARD for 25% off!! Get 'em! MORE FROM DESERT RATS: Gemini Adventures: http://www.geminiadventures.com Desert RATS registration: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=69039 Last year’s recap (episode 100): https://soundcloud.com/chris-ward-126531464/100-my-desert-rats-kokopelli-150-race-report Last year’s recap (episode 101): https://soundcloud.com/chris-ward-126531464/101-desert-rats-4 Last year’s recap (episode 107): https://soundcloud.com/chris-ward-126531464/107-desert-rats-5 MORE LIKE A BIGFOOT: Subscribe and Review on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/like-a-bigfoot/id1160773293?mt=2 Soundcloud Archives: https://soundcloud.com/chris-ward-126531464 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/likeabigfoot/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/likeabigfoot/

The evening of the Western States 100 lottery, there are a few lucky few that are preparing their training plan but the majority are left to scan UltraSignUp for a plan B for 2019.  The Nation gathered at the Auburn-based The Aid Station (special virtual guest, AJW) to talk about this iconic race with Race Director, Craig Thornley and two WS-icons and Board VPs, Tim Twietmeyer and Diana Fitzpatrick to discuss The lure and increased popularity of the race Changes in rules and lottery The Future

In the past few years, as ultrarunning and trail racing in particular has continued to grow in popularity, there's been a concurrent increase in the number of world-class racers exploring their limits in timed events, and the competition at these races has become fierce. This week we welcomed Altra/T-Starr Running/Drymax athlete Megan Alvarado, the newly crowned US 24-hour champion, into the Pain Cave. Megan and I spoke about balancing 24-hour racing and trail racing (6:10), training on the treadmill (10:00), how she approaches a timed event (22:50), increasing female participation in the sport (29:00), and her Desert Island Picks (39:20).LinksMegan's Ultrasignup page and InstagramHow to help wildfire victimsHere's a running-related fundraiser I donated toMegan's Desert Island Picks: The Brave Athlete by Dr. Simon Marshall and Lesley Paterson; Spotify Motivation Mix playlist; Diet Cherry 7UpIntro music: "Fine Line" by the BloodlettersOutro music: "When I Was Still Young" by Yard Sale

Danielle Snyder comes back to the East Coast to visit friends and family… oh and to run Twisted Branch 100k. Danielle has been out west in the general Portland area crushing mountains since she has moved out there. In this episode, we talk about secrets (so many), supportive and amazing friends (so many more!), how to stop saying things you shouldn’t say to yourself and huge runs. We also get a little support from Mort Nace! Episode Links Danielle on UltraSignup (https://ultrasignup.com/results_participant.aspx?fname=Danielle&lname=Snyder#) David Roche (https://swaprunning.com/) Twisted Branch 2018 results (https://ultrasignup.com/results_event.aspx?did=51373) The Bear in Logan, UT (https://bear100.com/) Thumbnail Photo: Danielle and Mort in studio; Danielle and RD Scott Magee at the Twisted Branch Finish Line (Credit: Goat Factory Media) Special Guest: Danielle Snyder.

Join Jamil Coury & Jubilee Paige in this week's episode of the Trail Currents Podcast where we discuss all things making waves in the running world. This week we discuss Jamil's run at the Tahoe 200 and what it's like running 200 miles. This podcast is also available via "Steep Life Media" on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, Stitcher & Spotify. Thanks for tuning in to the show and let us know what you think! Thanks to this week's sponsor: The Jackass Night Trail is the newest race to join the Javelina Jundred. Join for 31K or 62K runs heading off at sunset into the night at McDowell Mountain Regional Park and experience the infamous Jackass Junction Disco Aid Station. Use code "TCP15" on Ultrasignup for 15% off entry.

Join Jamil Coury & Jubilee Paige in this week's episode of the Trail Currents Podcast where we discuss all things making waves in the running world. This week we discuss stepping up in race distance. How should you approach a new race distance? What should you do mentally and physically to prepare. Jamil also shares his thoughts ahead of his Tahoe 200 experience. This podcast is also available via "Steep Life Media" on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Music, Stitcher & Spotify. Thanks for tuning in to the show and let us know what you think! Thanks to this week's sponsor: The Flagstaff Sky Peaks is a premiere mountain running event and Arizona's highest footrace. The runs take place in the Coconino National Forest staged out of the Arizona Snowbowl ski resort. Join them for a 50 mile, 50K, 25K, 10K or 5K. Use code "FSP15" on Ultrasignup for 15% off entry.

The dreaded DNF, or Did Not Finish, is a whole lot more than a blemish on your Ultrasignup score. It is a scar to be proudly shown. It means you attempted something epic. You went big. It also means it just wasn’t your day. All the great ultra runners have some kind of DNF story. …

Take a run with Ultra Stories and the creator and owner of Ultrasignup.com Mark Gilligan. Join us as we explore how and why Mark got into ultra running in the early 2000s, and the impetus for creating ultrasignup. We touch on a number of topics including ultra lotteries, the growth of our sport, common issues with the website that tend to frustrate us runners, and frustrations that tend to frustrate us race directors. An awesome episode that gives you a tiny glimpse into the backend of how Ultrasignup works, and where it's heading in the future. SHOW NOTES: Ultrasignup.com Dick Collins Fire Trails 50 Western States 100 Yeti 100

Sherry Kessler joins us to chat about a little bit of everything. She's a physical therapist and yoga teacher who snowshoes, runs and brings groups together for lots of fun. Sherry shares a bit about her never ending quest to Learn All The Things, how she leaned heavily on running and determination to get her through some rough patches in life. Sherry is one of those people for whom running and yoga are now so integrated into her life that she just doesn't even think about them anymore. So much so that she wouldn't have even mentioned her 9 year running streak if Mort wasn't there to poke at it! Episode NotesThe Ascend Collective - Use code RIO to get 20% off your favorite adventure pictures!Altra neo high tops Dion snowshoesChuckanut 50k raceRunning Your First Ultra - Krissy MoehlChris's Balance DiskGOOSE Adventure Racing GOOSE Snowshoe racing signupsGOOSE Nordic Fest 10kPoisonous Snakes in CaliforniaClover Physical Therapy Sponsors Goose Adventure Racing - Join the Snowshoe racing series. It's a great time with great parties!Ultrasignup Link for Frozen Assets and Cast a ShadowUltrasignup for Nordic Fest 10k Josh Stratton LMT - A licensed massage therapist who knows the treatments that runners need. Located in Winton Place. Tell him you heard the podcast and use the code "Website" when booking during December for $15 off a 60 minute massage!  Rochester Running Company - A new running store located on Mt. Hope Avenue in College Town.  Focused on being a social hub for runners, RRCo offers free group runs, and a cool place to hang out. Now recruiting pacers for FREE Saturday group runs. Groups from 7:30/mi to 13:00/mi plus walking groups. Earn incentives and swag for leading a group of awesome runners. Call 585-417-5575, email rochesterrunningco@gmail.com or just stop in the store for more info! Check out the Facebook page or stop in and let'em know you heard about it here. While you're there, pick up a fancy Podcast shirt.Rochester Running Company. Run Our City. Together.RunnersSherry KesslerDave KesslerMort Nace 

(L) Laura Rekkerth, Matt Flaherty and Jan Wellford seek refuge from the torrential rain outside Ithaca Beer Company the day after Cayuga Trails 50 (R) The many faces of Mr. Flaherty Matt Flaherty is a former lawyer who has been running all his life. He left law to focus on running once he started to see some potential. He loves loves running fast 50 milers, Rocks an awesome mustache and has a pretty good set of songs. He is now a personal coach, is sponsored by Salomon and runs all over the world.In this episode, we talk about mustaches, Cayuga Trails 50, the power of community, what draws elites to races, why some races are huge while others remain small. We also talk about developing character, writing music and some other miscellaneous fun. Episode NotesMatt on UltrasignupUltraVasan 90Ice Age Trail 50Jim Walmsley on UltrarunnerpodcastRed Newt RacingCayuga Trails 50Mountain Peak FitnessLovely New Paltz, New YorkNeuromuscular Adaptation Matt's Music on Sound Cloud Special Guest: Matt Flaherty.

Photos: (L) Laura, (RT) Rick Rekkerth, (RB) John Green Laura Rekkerth, super trail runner, spontaneous adventurer and our Informal Chief of Graphics talks about how emotions and friends play a critical role in her running. How are Ron Heerkens Jr. and Mike Welden are responsible for her running trails and ultras? What race is Dan Ostrander signing up for next? Laura tells all in this episode! Episode Notes Laura's Awesome Recap of 2015 Laura's Results Athlinks Ultrasignup Savannah College of Arts and Design Laura's Twisted Branch Report Burning River 100 miler Living Moment to Moment (Welden's Burning River Episode) Vernal Equinox Runners (mentioned) Ron Heerkens Jr.Mike WeldenMike MertsockDan OstranderJeff Green SponsorsJosh Stratton LMT - Tell him you heard the podcast and use the code "VIKING BALANCE" when booking during March for $15 of a 60 minute massage!TrailsROC - Head out to the show's Facebook page and post a picture of your favorite dress to enter the contest for a free entry into Mess The Dress on April 9th. Special Guest: Laura Rekkerth.

Episode 153 - In this episode, we talk to Michael Wardian. Go to his Athlinks and his Ultrasignup page in the show notes to get a glimpse of the volume of races that he runs. (and how well he performs!) In this conversation, we attack such burning questions as: How does he do so many darn races and can you race too much? Which costume and treadmill records are important to him? What are his exercise replacements when he does get running injuries? What was it like to be a Runner's World cover finalist? What are his favorite podcasts to listen to while running?  Who is he going to drop from his fantasy football team? Today's show is sponsored by: Men's Health Urbanathlon. San Francisco (AT&T Park) on Nov 22 and NYC (Citifield) on Dec 5th. Use code ORM for 10% off.   Show Notes: Michael on Athlinks Michael on Ultrasignup Michael's Runner's World Cover Profile The winner of the cover search was revealed today.

Photos: "Auntie Ann", John Green, Daven Our Twisted Branch Preview Show! Jackie Palmer, Kendra Chamberlain, and Daven Oskvig share each come from various backgrounds and have different motivations for running the Twisted Branch Trail Run. We'll hear about running fast, chafing, accidentally running a marathon, challenging your body to do more than it has ever done before and generally hanging out with awesome people.  Episode LinksTwisted Branch Trail RunTwisted Branch Volunteer signupJackie PalmerJacqueline's Picasso - Jackie's BlogJackie on Ultrasignup - See her many races!Cayuga Trails 50 - race websiteJackie's 2015 Cayuga Trails 50 race reportKendra ChamberlainOntario Summit Trail Races2015 Ontario Summit ResultsKendra on Ultrasignup Kendra's MS Fundraising Page Daven OskvigOil Creek 100North Face Endurance Challenge - Bear MountainBurning River 100 Special Guests: Daven oskvig and Kendra Pohkis.

Michele and Doreen race directing at Dam Good They're sisters. They're Race Directors. They run pretty well from here to there. Their baked goods are as sweet as their love for each other.Doreen and Michele Fanton share their running story and the secret recipe behind their signature race, Dam Good.  (and let it be known that Running Inside Out knows its They're, Their, Theres!)Episode LinksDoreen on UltrasignupMichele on UltrasignupDam Good Trail RaceDam Good 2014 Race report - Christopherobrien.netCrooked Creek Trail RaceFinger Lakes 50kGreen Monster Trail ChallengeMuddy SneakerGreat Adirondack Trail RunJay Peak Trail Running FestivalKids RacesMetro 10Action For Healthy KidsAction For Healthy Kids - Metro 10 event page Special Guests: Doreen Fanton and Michele Fanton.