The inspiring Sarah Vander Neut is back to give the Herd some encouraging words along with an update on the latest with her small business focused on serving the running community. And with the Holiday season upon us, Marcie Bazor provides her Christmas List to help you late shoppers find just the perfect gift. What's on Marcie's list? Probably not a vacuum. But you'll have to listen to find out. Plus, get a live race report from Jeff, Steven, and Timmy Time as they try to find and tackle the Di...
Nov 29, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 70
In the first segment of Episode 69, Coach Greg is back to talk about tapering and preparing for your next big race. Find out if he thinks carb loading the night before is a good idea. And since it is Thanksgiving week, we talk to the Bazors to find out what they are thankful for this year. You may be surprised by some of Marcie's items, or then again, maybe you won't be. Plus, meet BJ Edwards who along with her husband Chris are doing some really great work in their community. All that and more ...
Nov 22, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 69
Episode 68 adds so much value to your trail running life as Steven shares his latest gear discoveries with the Big Ass Runner Herd in the popular segment, Steven's New Ass Stuff. Jeff even gives you a few picks of his own, and you may be pleasantly surprised by the variety. And Timmy Time is back to sing some songs from movies as only he can. Can you guess the artist or the movie from these beautiful Timmy Time renditions? If you get them all, it's silver screen, legendary status for sure. Plus,...
Nov 15, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 68
Episode 67 features a very powerful "Why I Run" from Amanda Hall. You'll be inspired and motivated by Amanda's story. You don't want to miss it. And Marcie Bazor is back to talk about something all trail runners love - movies. Find out Marcie, Steven, and Jeff's favorite movies from the comedy, drama, and action genres. Do they match yours? Listen to find out. Plus, Jeff shares a few reviews hot off the (Apple Podcast) press. All that and more on Episode 67 of the Big Ass Runner Trail Running Po...
Nov 08, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 67
It's November! And we kick off the month with one of our favorite segments, My First Trail Race. Hear about Jason Aldridge's (@jaycin71) very first marathon-distance trail race. What was his favorite aid station food? What piece of gear was critical to his success? Listen to find out. We love Marcie Bazor and Timmy Time, and in segment two we learn more about them. Has Timmy Time always been a runner, and what moving moment compelled Marcie to buy a new home? Find out on Episode 66. And, we hear...
Nov 01, 2021•46 min•Season 2Ep. 66
Halloween brings another scary story - this one from our own Marcie Bazor and it will have the hair on the back of your neck stand up. What unconventional item does Timmy Time use to protect Marcie? Listen to find out. In segment two, we introduce Coach Greg! Greg Sisengrath is a running coach and a wealth of knowledge, experience, and good old fashioned fun. You'll love learning about, and from, Coach Greg. Find out what one piece of running gear he can't live without. And, did any of the Big A...
Oct 25, 2021•51 min•Season 2Ep. 65
Halloween is near and scary trail stores abound. Hear one from Big Ass Runner Herd member CJ, who inadvertently created her own scary costume. How'd she do it? Listen to find out. In segment two, Timmy Time is back to help our music compassion child Steven learn some new Halloween-themed songs. How does Steven do? How many of these song artists can you name? Jeff thinks some of the Big Ass Runner Herd will get them all. And get an update from Path Projects founder Scott Bailey on the latest prod...
Oct 18, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 64
One of our favorite segments, My First Trail Race, is back with another installment. Hear Big Ass Runner Herd member Chelsea Ericson talk about her first trail race, and how she went from a 5K to a 50K in one big jump. Did she finish? You'll have to listen to find out. In segment two, we bring back a new segment called That Bites. Find out if this sound bite passes the smell test....so to speak. And there may be a little surprise....let's just say very successful trail runner has a special messa...
Oct 11, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 63
With all the ups and downs in the world today, we felt like a heavy dose of encouragement is just what the doctor ordered. So we got a doctor on the show! In segment one, Dr. G is back to give us a word of encouragement, and Big Ass Runner Herd member Kelly Black shares her own dose of encouragement as well. In segment two, Chief Encouragement Officer Jake Thompson shares how trail runners can Compete Every Day. You'll benefit from his words of encouragement and ways to reframe the story we tell...
Oct 04, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 62
We love to hear The Herds first experience with a trail race. And on Episode 61 of the Big Ass Runner, we hear from Megan Opperman (@runstoppable_mo) who tackled a trail 10K. Did she enjoy it? Did she have any awkward moments? Listen and find out. And back by popular demand (mainly their popular demand), the Data Scientists are back to determine the three different kinds of runners based on scientific data. Their results may surprise you. Actually, they will definitely surprise you. Which kind o...
Sep 27, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 61
Three letters no one enjoys is DNF. But sometimes that's the best and smartest decision a trail runner can make. Jeff and Steven talk about the infamous DNF as well as something that happened on a recent race that had never happened before. What could it be? And Marcie Bazor is back to bring her unique perspective to the conversation as always. Find out what sport she might have been destined to excel in had she not done "this" prematurely. Plus, Jeff and Steven talk about their training and Jef...
Sep 20, 2021•59 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Big races are approaching and as the weather temps go down, our mileage often goes up. Dr. Lisa is back to give us some great tips on how to take care of your body as you increase miles, and look to stay injury-free into the racing season. And, Timmy Time is back to see how well Steven knows some very popular fall movie classics. Can you beat Steven's score? Plus, Jeff and Steven talk about their very first night race. How did it go? Did things go bump in the night? All that and more on Episode ...
Sep 13, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 59
It's Labor Day, which supposedly means the end of summer and the beginning of fall. Although it is still hot in Texas, we celebrate the new season with a fresh, clean segment of Steven's New Ass Stuff. We've got five great items for you, and maybe even a bonus. And, we bring in the new season with a new segment called "That Bites". Wonder what that means? Well, find out in this very "moving" first installment that will no doubt leave you wanting to make a deposit. Plus, Jeff and Steven talk abou...
Sep 06, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 58
We celebrate Episode 57 with a fun, ketchup-themed show. We start with Big Ass Runner Herd member Justin Frye's Why I Run, the first one of year two. You'll love Justin's transparency and battle with something that grips many of us. And, Scott Graesser joins us to talk about what final meal we'd have if we were on death row. Wait, why are we on death row? Herd member Eileen Dover shares her very well thought out meal. What would your meal be? Plus, Jeff and Steven talk about pre-race meals with ...
Aug 30, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 57
How much strategy goes into trail running? Well, probably more than you think. Jeff and Steven discuss all the elements that go into trail running and reference a really cool article Jeff found while clomping around the inter-webs as only Clydesdales can. And, Timmy Time is back to show all of us how really talented he is. Both a candy connoisseur and move line aficionado, Tim brings the fun and the funny. How many movies can Steven guess of the five selected and nominated by the Big Ass Runner ...
Aug 23, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Just when you thought the Olympics were over, the Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast brings it back into focus by giving out some Big Ass Medals of our own. We looked across all of trail running and wanted to give out awards to some very interesting and deserving candidates. Even the Big Ass Runner Herd gives out some medals of their own. And, Marcie Bazor is back to join Jeff and Steven as they determine, if "this" were an Olympic sport, we'd surely medal. Find out what hidden talents they "t...
Aug 16, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Happy Birthday Big Ass Runner Herd! We celebrate our first birthday with a few surprises. We start with some observations we've made about trail runners after one year of doing the podcast. Next, we highlight some of Big Ass Runner Herd members by hearing about their best or worst birthdays. You'll hear from Denver, Sheila, Andy, and Terry. You will laugh and you might even cry. But you'll definitely enjoy their stories. Plus, Jeff and Steven talk about their best or worst birthdays. Why does St...
Aug 09, 2021•49 min•Season 2Ep. 54
We end Year 1 of the Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast on a bang! Segment one looks at the Three P's of Trail Running . What are they? Well, you'll just have to be patient and listen to the episode to find out. And, the very popular Why I Run is the perfect segment to end the first year of the podcast. But just a warning, this one is going to hit you in all the feels. Powerful, raw, honest, and inspiring. Plus, Jeff and Steven talk about some of their favorite segments from Year 1 of the podc...
Aug 02, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Recovery is an important part of trail running but is often overlooked. So we are theming this episode, "Recovery Road". In segment one, we dissect an article in Trail Runner Magazine about Working Out vs. Working In . What does that even mean? And how can it help the everyday trail runner? And, Marcie Bazor is back to tell the tale of the "Marcie Massage". You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll definitely learn something new. Maybe about what not to do. Plus, Jeff and Steven talk about some of th...
Jul 26, 2021•43 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Summer is here and we're talking about the heat. Such much so, we're calling this The Heat is On episode. Segment one brings you some sizzlin' wisdom from veteran runners like Bandera Race Director Chris McWatters from Tejas Trails and several the the ambassadors at Path Projects on how to run in the heat. And, Timmy Time is back to test Steven's knowledge on Summer Blockbuster movies. You won't believe what hot element we add to "bump it up a notch". See if you can out-guess Steven on these sum...
Jul 19, 2021•53 min•Season 2Ep. 51
The Big Ass Runner trail running podcast celebrates 50 episodes with an "over the hill" themed show. Segment one brings you both the physical and mental side of running over hills , with our friend Ashley Durstine adding her wisdom to the discussion. And, Marcie Bazor is back to talk about any mid-life crisis she may be going through. You won't believe what she is riding around without this on. Plus, Jeff and Steven talk about where the term "over the hill" came from in the first place, and what...
Jul 12, 2021•51 min•Season 2Ep. 50
"My First Trail Race" was such a big hit we bring you part two featuring the one and only, Dani Mathews. She spews some insight and wisdom from her very first trail race you will definitely want to hear. And, Jeff and Steven bring you 10 Unlikely Insights from the Western States 100 you won't hear anywhere else. Plus, Jeff and Steven talk about things reopening and what they are most excited about. All that and more on Episode 49 of the Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast. Episode 49 line-up: I...
Jul 05, 2021•50 min•Season 2Ep. 49
We debut our brand new segment "My First Trail Race"! Hear about Andy Allen's first go at a trail race and find out what he what he compares the atmosphere of a trail race to - could brisket be involved? And in segment two, we head back to the data warehouse and Ask the Data Scientists how something Jeff and Steven are chasing got its origin. the Funyuns and Mountain Dew will be flying as the data scientists grapple with this very important question. Plus, Jeff and Steven talk a bit about their ...
Jun 28, 2021•49 min•Season 2Ep. 48
One of our favorite segments is "Why I Run" and this week is the second in our two-part series. You'll love Sheila Gibson's Why . And you'll see why she is one of our favorites...if we had favorites. And, in segment two, the very popular Steven's New Ass Stuff is back as a service to the Big Ass Runners out there . Steven shares some of his favorite, hand-picked trail running items, and even Jeff shares one he recently discovered and loves. Plus, Jeff talks about his field trip to the dentist. W...
Jun 21, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 47
One of our favorite segments is "Why I Run" and this week is a nod to Father's Day, and you'll be blown away by Jeb Buffington's Why . Very powerful and moving. And, in segment two, we tackle Runner's World's list of 30 Weird Things Runners Do. How can there possibly be 30? And do you agree with them? Plus, we talk a little bit about our Favorite Sidekicks . Do we mention yours? All that and more on Episode 46 of the Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast. Episode 46 line-up: Intro: Darren from We...
Jun 14, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Get some amazing insight on building your base using heart rate training with special guest, Floris Gierman, ultra runner and head of marketing at Path Projects. You won't believe his interesting morning routine. And, in segment two Timmy Time is back, singing songs with "heart" as only Timmy Time can. The final duet with one of the hosts may break the internet. Again. Plus, Jeff shares some wedding observations after his son Hayden got married to his dream girl. All that and more on Episode 45 ...
Jun 07, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Another talented listener joins the show! Dr. Lisa Mitro is a Physical Therapist and gives us some very practical tips on avoiding injury as we pile up the miles. And, in segment two we hear from the great Scott Graesser of Big Papa Pickle fame. Scott is coming back from injury and gives us some wisdom nuggets on how to deal with running setbacks. Plus, Jeff & Steven place a trail racing version of Mad Libs to uncover the perfect workout for the impending summer racing season. All that and m...
May 31, 2021•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 44
Hear the amazing story of Courtney Boyle, who tackled the inaugural Cocodona 250 in Arizona. Did she finish? What did she learn? Did she even sleep? You'll be amazed and inspired by this story of bravery and perseverance. And, segment two is a new segment based on the game, Would You Rather? See if you agree with Jeff or Steven as they grapple with some fun trail running scenarios. Plus, Jeff & Steven reveal a new slew of Apple Podcast reviews from listeners all over the world. Good, bad, or...
May 24, 2021•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 43
Clinical Psychologist and three-time Ironman finisher Dr. Kevin Gilliland is back for Part 2 of our discussion, and just a warning - he's going to challenge you and crack you up. All at the same time. Find out how trail running improves your psychological health. And, segment two is a new segment where Steven brings news headlines you may have missed. Felons, stolen land, and flying reptiles all make an appearance in this interesting look at things happening across the Big Ass world. Plus, Jeff ...
May 17, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Clinical Psychologist and three-time Ironman finisher Dr. Kevin Gilliland makes his debut on the show, and you're going to love his insight on our psychological health as endurance athletes. He talks about the impact of COVID, importance of sleep, and a number of other topics. He keeps you laughing and learning. And, Marcie Bazor is back to talk about her strategy when encountering the wild in the woods. We contrast what she would do with what the Data Scientists find out you should do. Wonder w...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 41
