We celebrate Episode 100 with some special guests and surprises! Join us for an extended version of the show and some of the most popular segments over the last century of episodes. Segment one starts with a very special guest, and segment two is a Big Ass Runner classic focusing on "celebrations". You'll laugh, probably roll your eyes, and hopefully be both encouraged and entertained with this milestone episode. Episode 100 line-up: Intro: Ashley Dustin (@azrunnershigh) Pre Show: Without furthe...
Jun 27, 2022•1 hr 33 min•Season 3Ep. 100
Episode 99 begins by looking into celebration - why it is important and what benefits we get from doing it. Find out favorite ways members of the Big Ass Runner Herd like to celebrate. Food, drink? Will you be surprised? And in segment two, Marcie Bazor is back and answers the Herd's hard hitting questions. You'll find out some amazing things like how many miles Marcie has on her Garmin and when she might be starting her own podcast about....what? Timmy Time also jumps in to add his stellar comm...
Jun 20, 2022•49 min•Season 3Ep. 99
Episode 98 is a special edition of the Big Ass Runner Podcast. A few months ago, your OG Clydesdale and Big Ass Runner host Jeff Harrell was interviewed for the Trail Running Woman Podcast by Hilary Spires. Jeff was honored to appear on such an important and widely successful show, and in this episode, you get to hear the very exclusive interview. Find out a few things about Jeff that you may not have known, and why the Big Ass Runner exists in the first place. The interview tables get turned on...
Jun 13, 2022•54 min•Season 3Ep. 98
Whether we're new to trail running, or trying to get our friends to give it a whirl, understanding the pivotal questions new trail runners have is important. We get the scoop from new trail runner Hayden Harrell, who happens to be related to Jeff in some way. And, Runner's World Magazine posted the top running quirks, and we didn't think they were up to trail runner quirk levels, so we asked the Herd for their trail running quirks and they didn't disappoint. Find out if any of the quirks hit too...
Jun 06, 2022•51 min•Season 3Ep. 97
Episode 96 kicks off with an update from one our favorite guests, Sarah Vander Neut of Vanderjacket.com. Sarah tells us about her recent experience with a birthday marathon, and gives us a DIY pro tip to help up the functionality of your favorite running apparel. In segment two, you'll hear from the Big Ass Runner Herd as they share the best trail running advice they've received. You'll love this mix of practical, emotional, and motivational advice. Plus, Jeff gives an update on a race he and St...
May 30, 2022•47 min•Season 3Ep. 96
If you are unclear what CBD is and how it benefits trail runners, you'll love segment one. Eric Smart, Founder and CEO of Myaderm joins us give us clarity on how CBD can help with a common trail running problem, and even gives us a special offer. And in segment two, Jeff shares 7 things he's learned doing this podcast, and how they can also apply specifically to trail running. See if you agree with his list. Plus a big announcement about a new partnership. All that a more on Episode 95 of the Bi...
May 23, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 95
Author and coach Allison Pelot joins the Big Ass Runner to talk about what happens when your joy of running wanes, and how you can make some emotional and physical adjustments to begin to get it back. And in segment two, we debut the segment "Jeff, I was wondering" as Jeff tackles hard hitting questions from the Big Ass Runner Herd. Plus Jeff shares a Beacon of Light story you don't want to miss. Episode 94 line-up: Intro: Sheila Gibson @shero.gibson Pre Show: Beacon of Light News Segment One: R...
May 16, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 94
First-time guest Coach Brianne brings some very practical advice on how to improve your running technique to improve your performance and avoid injury. Find out what her two favorite exercises are to improve trail running performance. And in segment two, the Bazors are on to sample a new potential addition to the Chapas Aid Station at the Bandera trail race next January. See what flavors might show up in the Chapas barn next year. Plus Jeff gives shares an amazing "give back" opportunity you wil...
May 09, 2022•53 min•Season 3Ep. 93
Why I Run is our favorite segment, and you'll love this week's edition as Craig Ashley talks about his why and how it has changed over the years. We think you will resonate and find inspiration from Craig's story. Segment two is an epic Ask Marcie Anything where you'll laugh, you'll cry (from laughing so hard) and you'll learn things you didn't know you need to learn. Where does Marcie put her toilet paper? Listen to find out. Plus Jeff gives an update on his race at Coyote Run and you'll get to...
May 02, 2022•52 min•Season 3Ep. 92
Jeff answers the toughest Big Ass Runner Herd questions about trail running and life. Find out who Jeff may be faster than and is there a 100 miler in his future. And in the second segment, Timmy Time is back with special guest Marcie Bazor to bring us the tunes like no one else. See how you score in this 7 song contest of Yacht Rock favorites. Plus Jeff talks about an apparel purchase you'll want to make. Episode 91 line-up: Intro: Brandon Pitzen @bmpitzan Pre Show: Wheeler Shorts Segment One: ...
Apr 25, 2022•49 min•Season 3Ep. 91
You'll love hearing from Alan Davis, Executive Director of Whitefish Legacy Partners, whose goal is protecting the preserving the trails in Whitefish, Montana. Their Whitefish Trail Legacy Run helps ensure that happens - a great event and great cause. One you'll want to add to your racing calendar. And in the second segment, Jeff details his experience at RunLab in Austin, where he finds out if improving his gait is even possible. What do their data scientists discover and can a Clydesdale get b...
Apr 18, 2022•42 min•Season 3Ep. 90
Nutrition expert Eve Pearson joins Jeff to talk about some very important nutrition tips every trail runner needs to consider. Find out what two key insights helped change Jeff's mindset about food. And in the second segment, Marcie Bazor answers the Big Ass Runner Herd questions on the top of everyone's mind. Find out when she'll be running her first trail race and where she got her laugh. Plus Jeff shares the latest Path Projects gear hot off the presses. Episode 89 line-up: Intro: Ben Mead Pr...
Apr 11, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 89
You don't want to miss Episode 88 as we get to know the fun and fantastic Kelly Fain! Find out where she developed her love for burritos and what is currently stirring her heart. Plus we play a game of Trail Running Trivia with the Bazors and have a very unexpected winner. Can you beat pre-runner Marcie? And Jeff has a new piece of gear you'll want to hear about. All that and more on Episode 88 of the Big Ass Runner! Episode 88 line-up: Intro: Landon Harrell @landonharrell Pre Show: New gear you...
Apr 04, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 88
Get to know the amazing Denver Isom in our third installment of "Inside the Herd". Find out what led him to trail running and what special race he is currently training for. Plus the Bazors are back and you get to meet another member of the family. Find out what happens when you combine a pre-runner with a trail runner. And hear about the Big Ass Runner Crew's experience at the Grasslands Half Marathon complete with secret audio. What was Timmy Time wearing? Episode 87 line-up: Intro: Jacqueline...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 87
On Episode 86 of the Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast, you'll hear the second installment of the very powerful "Inside the Herd". Get to know Kelly Black, a wife, mom, defender of justice and all around bad ass trail runner. Find out why her family is not quite yet complete. And we do a quick recap of all that happened at Frozen Head National Park during the Barkley Marathons. You won't believe what video nugget Jeff found while doing research. And, find out what the Big Ass Runner Crew thin...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 86
Episode 85 is all about the Herd! In segment one, hear Caroline Loveall's "Why I Run". It will inspire and resonate deeply with those of us who tend to diminish our accomplishments. And we unveil a brand new segment called "Inside the Herd". Get to know long-time Herd member Andy Allen and find out what keeps him motivated, what race he is training for, and what major obstacle he's overcome that brings perspective to his life. You'll love this segment! And, Jeff has an exciting announcement that...
Mar 14, 2022•55 min•Season 3Ep. 85
What is the best way to recover after a really long run or race? Running physical therapist Dr. Lisa is back on the show to dole out some tasty wisdom nuggets. How effective are epsom salt baths? What's one of the first things you do right after a run? Find out from Dr. Lisa. And Marcie Bazor is back to see how she is progressing in her trail running knowledge. We give her some common trail running terms to see how she is doing. How many can you get right? And, Jeff shares some awesome reviews f...
Mar 07, 2022•52 min•Season 3Ep. 84
Hear the story Chris Barnwell and his transformation from an out of shape person in the tech field, to an Ultra Grand Slam finisher, to now race director of some of the biggest races in the southwest. Also, get 10% of any Blaze Trails race using the code "BAR83TEN". And hear the top 22 running songs as submitted by the Big Ass Runner Herd. How many of these songs does Timmy Time and Marcie know? How many do you know? And you may have a new Spotify playlist to enjoy the next time you lace them up...
Feb 28, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 83
Hear all about our adventure in Arizona as we give you a complete update on the Black Canyon 100K, including some special audio sound bites captured on the course. Gain tidbits of info you apply on your next race or ultra as we diagram the trip, talk about the race itself, and debrief with the crew and Coach Greg. It's a full 360-degree debrief that we hope will give you plenty of value for your next adventure. Episode 82 line-up: Intro: Vitols German Pre Show: Setting up the episode Segment One...
Feb 21, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 82
Nutrition expert Eve Pearson is back to talk pre, during, and post race nutrition. Find out what she thinks about carb loading, and the best way to get your sodium during your race. Wisdom nuggets for days! And Timmy Time is back to play a little game of Movie Trivia against the entire Big Ass Runner Herd. See if you can beat Timmy Time's score on some very popular movies. And find out what his favorite movie of all time is. And, Jeff shared three crisp, clean, brand new reviews from Apple Podca...
Feb 14, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 81
As Jeff prepares for the Black Canyon 100K, we bring you a very special episode of the Big Ass Runner Podcast. Go behind the scenes as Coach Greg Sisengrath conducts a pre-race prep meeting in the Big Ass Studios. You'll learn about all the relevant items to consider and plan for as you prepare for a big race, like: nutrition strategy, gear strategy, aid station strategy, and drop bag strategy. How to attack the course - when to hike and when to run. And keeping perspective through the ups and d...
Feb 07, 2022•56 min•Season 3Ep. 80
We unveil a new segment called Ask Me Anything where Jeff attempts to answer the toughest questions the Big Ass Runner Herd can throw at him. How successful was he? You'll have to tune in to find out. And everyone's favorite, Marcie Bazor, is back to talk about what brings her joy. And special guest Timmy Time brings his funny to the conversation. Plus, Jeff shares a few questions and observations from his 54K in Tyler, Texas. See how you would answer these most confounding questions. All that a...
Jan 31, 2022•54 min•Season 3Ep. 79
We conclude our three-part series of Why I Run with two awesome stories - one from Aum and one from CJ - although CJ's is one part Why I Run, two parts My First Trail Race, and three parts awesome . Listen to find out who Aum runs for, and where CJ currently lives. And Timmy Time is back with a special guest to sing his little heart out and share some famous TV tunes. Wonder how many our special guest can guess correctly. How many can you get? Plus, Jeff shares a new review and a deep thought ab...
Jan 24, 2022•55 min•Season 3Ep. 78
We continue our powerful three-part series with part two of our favorite segment - Why I Run. Hear from two amazing ladies - Lindsey and Valerie - and get inspired and encouraged by what motivates them to hit the trails. You'll be moved by the things they have overcome. And everyone's favorite is back. Marcie Bazor joins the show with special guest, Timmy Time, to give everyone a little peek into their lives and preferences as we play a little game of "Would You Rather". Play along to see how yo...
Jan 17, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 77
We begin the New Year with our favorite segment - Why I Run. Hear from a teacher (Kyle Buckley) and student (Briston Rains) and get inspired by why they lace them up every day. And find out why their "Why" may have changed over the years. And get ready for the debut of the Timmy Time Love Songs commercial. This just may break the internet - again. Your ears will never be the same. Plus, Jeff tells a little Don't Be A Dumbass story and you must decide who the Dumb Ass really is. All that and more...
Jan 10, 2022•36 min•Season 3Ep. 76
Season Three begins with our first show of 2022! We kick things off with Xero Shoes founder and CEO Steven Sashen who joins the show to talk about his background as an All-American Masters sprinter, his experience on Shark Tank, and why you shouldn't toss your running shoes, but instead should do *this* to strengthen your running. And we rev up the New Year talking about our running and fitness goals, hearing from four Big Ass Runner Herd members. Find out if their goals synch up with your goals...
Jan 03, 2022•58 min•Season 3Ep. 75
Many of us kick off the New Year with an increased focus on nutrition. Episode 74 introduces us to Eve Pearson, who is both an absolute expert in nutrition and an amazing endurance athlete. We'll talk about the role nutrition should play in our training and some of the things we should consider as we step into a new year. And we couldn't kick off the New Year without hearing from Marcie Bazor. We chat about how 2021 ended for her, and what she is looking forward to in 2022. We might even have a ...
Dec 27, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 74
A very special Christmas and Holiday edition of the Big Ass Runner comes at you on Episode 73. In segment one, Jeff and Timmy Time share a recap on their latest trail race. Listen along and decide how you might handle many of the challenges Jeff and Tim experienced. Segment two is a very special Timmy Time. He belts out this Top 5 and Bottom 5 Christmas songs as voted on by the Big Ass Runner Herd. Do your songs make the list? Listen to find out. And, our friend Morgan is back to share last year...
Dec 20, 2021•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 73
Episode 72 of the Big Ass Runner is all about the Big Ass Runner Herd. First, we get an amazing My First Trail Race from Corey Walker. You'll enjoy his experience and get a little "Why I Run" thrown in as well. Segment two features three Big Ass Runner Herd members - Matt Moretz, Kelly Fain, and Rob Carter - sharing their good holiday wishes to the rest of the Herd. You'll love their words of encouragement. And, find out what got the Data Scientists so upset from the last episode and what movie ...
Dec 13, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 72
We feature two amazing woman on Episode 71. First, Amy Tucker from @getsaltybritches is here to share why she started the company, plus many pro tips to help trail runners with a common problem. And, she has a special offer for the Big Ass Runner Herd. Then, hear from accomplished athlete, trail runner, and podcaster Hilary Spires. Hilary is a wife, mom, coach, trail runner, and host of Trail Running Woman podcast. You'll be challenged and inspired by Hilary's all around badassery! Plus, we reve...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 71