From Hating Running to Ultrarunning with Blake Nations
Blake Nations used to joke that he'd only run if it was raining and he needed to get to his car. A couple of years later, he's finished his...
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Becoming Ultra
The Becoming Ultra is all about that first Ultra. We follow other runners training for their first Ultra, interview race directors of Ultra's, talk training tips, and just about anything for...
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20 of 116 episodesThe 650 Volunteers Behind Hardrock 100 with Bill Schum
Hardrock 100 puts just 146 runners into one of the most remote and demanding mountain races in ultrarunning. Supporting them requires approx...
The Last Finisher Matters. Celebrating the Back of the Pack with Mandy Hansel
Finishing last isn't the same as failing. Ultrarunner and race director Mandy Hansel shares what her DFL finishes have taught her about cour...
Pacing Smarter for Your Next Ultra with UltraPacer Founder Danny Murphy
How fast should you actually be moving at mile 20, 50 or 80 of an ultra? Danny Murphy is an ultrarunner, engineer and the founder of UltraPa...
Run for the Long Haul: Dr. Mandy Riehl on Injuries, Strength and Staying in the Sport
Dr. Mandy Riehl is a chiropractor, former Division I runner, trail and ultrarunner, and high school cross-country coach who works extensivel...
"I Did It" - Matt Lamos and the Mission Behind Down with Running
Ultrarunner and Down with Running founder Matt Lamos shares how his daughter Lilly inspired a mission to help individuals with special needs...
Better Fueling, Better Training with Alex Larson
Many endurance athletes spend plenty of time thinking about what to eat during a race but far less time considering whether they're eating e...
254 100-Milers Later: Why Mike Smith Keeps Coming Back
Mike Smith has completed 254 hundred-mile races, but his running journey began with a simple promise to run the Disney Marathon with a cowor...
Take a Bet on Yourself with Trail Sisters Founder Gina Lucrezi
Trail running can be intimidating, even if you are already an experienced runner. When Gina Lucrezi first moved from track to trail, she app...
Managing The Heat: Training & Race-Day Strategies with Liza Howard
In this episode, Scott talks with ultrarunner and coach, Liza Howard about how endurance athletes can train, race, and stay safe in hot cond...
Injury, Recovery, and Running for Life with Dr. Kevin R. Stone
In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Kevin Stone for a conversation about injury, recovery, and what runners can do to stay active for the l...
The Ultimate Guide to Crewing an Ultra with Sandra Bullock Smith
In this episode, we're talking all things ultra race crewing with Sandra Bullock Smith, author of Crewing for an Ultra Run: Start to Finish...
The Ultimate Foot Care Guide for Ultra Runners with Dr. Tonya Olson
In this episode, Dr. Tonya Olson shares expert insights on foot care for ultra runners, covering common issues, prevention strategies, and e...
Exploring Colorado's Hidden Gem: The West Elk Wilderness Race
Join us as we explore the scenic West Elk Wilderness with race director Ben Graves. Discover the race details, the stunning landscape of Pao...
The Last Episode with Scott!
After years of connecting with you through podcasting, it's time for a change. Here's what's next for Becoming Ultra: I've loved sharing sto...
"The Art Of Ultrarunning" with Ian Sharman
Ian Sharman discusses his journey of writing 'The Art of Ultra Running,' sharing insights on pacing, mental strategies, and lessons from eli...
Short solo with Scott: Trail camp, Ian Sharman's new book, and call to unique guests!
Scott does a short solo episode today to talk about a few of the things going on on the western slope of Colorado! Have a great day!
Lauren Callahan: Peptides, gut health, and her ultra journey.
In this conversation Scott speaks with Lauren Callahan, a nutrition coach and doctoral student, as she shares her insights on nutrition, gut...
Ian Sharman: "It's more about the process and understanding how your body works."
Summary On this episode Scott and Ian Sharman discuss the evolving landscape of ultra running, coaching, and the impact of social media on s...
Chris Avery: How running unleashed something inside and plans for a run around the perimeter of America!
In this episode Scott chats with Chris Avery, a coach and ultra runner, about his journey from hating running to embracing ultra marathons....