Running isn’t about just running; it’s about creating memories with amazing people. It’s about becoming a better family member. And it’s about challenging yourself to be the best version of yourself. Jesse Itzler knows all about those things. Being a serial entrepreneur, part-owner of the Atlanta Hawks, endurance athlete, family man, and founder of All Day Running Co, he has created his life in the way he wants to. Running has played a huge part in that for Jesse. He’s been running for over thre...
Aug 20, 2024•43 min
For runners, going through injuries can be incredibly tough. It takes away one of the things we love the most, while also putting us in a place where we need to rebuild physically and mentally to get to where we were before. But, it is possible to come back stronger than ever from injury. And even though it may be hard, trusting the process and being diligent with your recovery is something that can be implemented day by day. For Jazmine Lowther, she bounced back from injury not only to return t...
Aug 07, 2024•1 hr 15 min
There’s so much more to performance in running than just running. And in this episode, our guest shares some key principles to help you optimize your health, so you can optimize your running. Today, we’re chatting with Eric McCormack, who is the founder of Outlaw Strength and is a strength coach who helps athletes optimize their strength and health to be the best version of themselves. Eric has trained notable names in the endurance world such as Cameron Hanes and David Goggins, and has helped t...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 6 min
I completed the Ouray 100 miler this past weekend, and it's known as one of the hardest 100 milers in the US. With 42,000 feet of climbing (more than Hardrock), being at an average altitude of 10,000 feet the entire time, and inclement weather, this race is absolutely no joke. It was one of the hardest races of my life, and in this episode, I recap the epic journey and lessons from the race. In this second part of this series, I cover how I pushed through the biggest mental lows of the race, how...
Jul 26, 2024•2 hr 5 min
I completed the Ouray 100 miler this past weekend, and it's known as one of the hardest 100 milers in the US. With 42,000 feet of climbing (more than Hardrock), being at an average altitude of 10,000 feet the entire time, and inclement weather, this race is absolutely no joke. It was one of the hardest races of my life, and in this episode, I recap the epic journey and lessons from the race. In this part 1 series, I cover an overview of the course, how I trained for the race, and stories and les...
Jul 25, 2024•1 hr 55 min
487 miles, 90,000 ft of elevation gain, in a stunning 6 days, 15 hours, and 8 minutes. That is what Kyle Curtin just accomplished as he broke the fastest known time record for the Colorado Trail. To pull of this amazing feat, Kyle had to have an iron-clad mindset, a dialed in strategy, a well-oiled team, and a relentless focus on moving forward. And he was able to pull it all off in the adventure of a lifetime. Kyle not only planned and executed well for this race, but he also leaned on his exte...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 21 min
Running in the heat is TOUGH. We’ve all been there on those hot runs that just feel harder, slower, and well, hotter. And since heat has a significant impact on our running performance, it’s super important to take the right steps to make sure your training is still solid, that you’re preventing dehydration and overheating, but ultimately, allowing yourself to perform to the best of your capability on the hot runs and races. In this episode, Everyday Ultra coaches and UESCA Certified Ultrarunnin...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Life can be super busy as ultrarunners. With tons of priorities like work, family, and significant others; it can seem like we are tight on time and the training and racing may be tough to get in. For Rachel Drake, it is something that she takes on every day. Not only is she an incredible runner who recently placed top 10 at Western States 100 and won the Black Canyon 100K earlier this year; but she is also a mother, a wife, and full-time professional in the medical field. And she has taken on l...
Jul 12, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Nutrition and hydration is one of the most important things to nail down when it comes to running an ultra. Why? Well, the number one cause for people not finishing an ultra is due to stomach issues. And given all of the nutritional information out there, it can seem tough to nail down a true strategy that will work! That's why we're chatting with The Running Dietitian, Amy Goblirsch, on today's episode! Amy is registered dietitian, ultrarunner, and nutrition expert who has helped tons of athlet...
Jul 10, 2024•1 hr 14 min
One of the best ways to push through low points in an ultramarathon? Focus. But what do you actually focus on? And how do you not lose focus when you are in the middle of the pain cave in an ultramarathon? Today, we chat with Ketone-IQ Co-Founder and CEO, Michael Brandt, who is also an endurance athlete who has multiple sub 3 marathon results and tons of accomplished endurance performances. And in this episode, Michael shares tons of mental tips that will help you stay focused on your training r...
Jul 10, 2024•1 hr 9 min
When we face setbacks or low points, they are opportunities for us to learn and get stronger. And whether that is through running, work, or life, the same lesson applies. And bouncing back from setbacks is one of the biggest reasons why Dan LaMorte has become the accomplished runner, comedian, and person that he is today through all the lessons he’s learned along the way. Going from 300+ pounds to losing tons of weight and finishing multiple ultramarathons, Dan LaMorte is the definition of what ...
Jul 05, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Rod Farvard had a breakout performance at Western States, chasing down Jim Walmsley to nab a second place finish in his 4th going at the race. And it was one of the most inspiring performances at the race to date. And one of his biggest keys to success? Building self-belief. Rod had gone through 3 prior races at Western States where he believes that he didn’t give himself a chance to be great. But this year’s race was different. And it showed in the results. In this episode, Rod shares how he bu...
Jul 03, 2024•1 hr 10 min
What does it take to never give up in an ultra? And to run a magnificent ultramarathon performance, and train well to give it your best race ever? This episode will be your guide to help you do all of that in more as we learn from one of the best ultra athletes in this game. In this flashback episode from a couple of years ago, we chat with Adam Peterman after winning Western States 100 where he shares his epic story of his race, lessons that helped him perform strong in the race, and his top ti...
Jun 27, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Nadia Ruiz, an accomplished runner and coach, shares her journey in running and life. From running her first marathon at 14 to becoming a Guinness World Record holder for the youngest person to run 100 marathons, Nadia's story is inspiring. She emphasizes the importance of belief in oneself and the power of slowing down and reflecting. Nadia encourages people to challenge themselves and find joy in the process. She shares the transformative experience of training for her first Ironman while her ...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Can you run ultramarathons, even if you don’t have any traditional running background? You bet! And Kaleb Stephens is a great example of that. Not only has he completed 13 ultramarathons, but he did that within a 4 year span, coming from a low point in his life where he dealt with depression and wasn’t running frequently. His key to success? Not wanting to live a life on others’ terms. And that has driven him to finish the Cocodona 250 miler, run a sub-20 hour 100 miler at Javelina Jundred, and ...
Jun 19, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Crew and pacers can make a huge difference when it comes to hitting your goals when running an ultra. But how do you make sure that you’re getting the most out of your crew and pacers? And what do you need to set up the best crew/pacer strategy? In this episode, The Everyday Ultra Coaches (Joe, Keifer, and Liz) share their proven strategies for putting together the best crew and pacer strategy. From making your crew operate efficiently, to picking the right crew members and pacers, and even cove...
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Being consistent is one of the most important things to do when it comes to hitting your ultrarunning goals. But being consistent can also be incredibly hard. With so many priorities and things to do in life, running can be easy to slip away from us. It doesn't have to be difficult. There are ways where you can be consistent with your running and training, even with a crazy busy schedule. And not only have I helped tons of athletes with busy schedules stay consistent with their training, but I'v...
Jun 12, 2024•1 hr 7 min
No matter what your skill level is as a runner, we all see the value in finishing a race. But sometimes, when that race gets really tough, that goal can seem so far out of reach. And our brain may convince us to quit before we even reach the line. For our guest today, he recently completed the Zion 100 miler battling a ton of low points and moments that would make others quit. But, he harnessed a mindset that helped him get to the finish, no matter what. And in this episode, he shares what helpe...
Jun 07, 2024•1 hr 7 min
If you're looking for some shifts to make physically and mentally to help you make the most progress during your ultra training, this is the episode for you. We're joined by Matt Johnson who is an endurance athlete, coach, and content creator who has completed multiple ultramarathons and is gearing up to run across the state of Texas in October. Matt shares a ton of insight into shifts that he's made to dramatically improve his training as he heads to run 850 miles across Texas. You'll learn how...
Jun 06, 2024•38 min
Ashley Paulson recently took on the Cocodona 250 miler as her first 200+ mile attempt. And out of the experience, she finished top 10 female, but also, she overcame so much adversity that made this race incredibly meaningful to her. And with Ashley being an incredibly accomplished athlete, including winning Badwater twice, winning every 100 miler she's done, and nabbing top finishes at many ultras and triathlons, this 250 mile race was another incredible feat she accomplished. On top of it all, ...
May 31, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Pacing is one of the hardest things to nail down as an ultrarunner. And the longer the distance we go, the trickier it gets. But there is a way to master the art of pacing. And in this episode, we chat with Endurance Expert, Matthew Fitzgerald who breaks down everything you need to know about how to pace the perfect race. Whether you’re racing a 50K or 100 miler, this episode will teach you: How to build the skill of perfectly pacing an ultra Workouts you can implement to get more in-tune with p...
May 29, 2024•1 hr 11 min
What does it take to train for a 200+ mile ultra? It can seem like a mystery. With little research and the distance still being niche, it can be tough to find good information about how to best train. But fear not! In this episode, I share all the best practices and tips I learned from tons of athletes who trained for a 200+ mile race, as well as leaning on my experience from training for Cocodona 250, which ended up in me finishing the race within my goals. In this episode, I'll share the train...
May 26, 2024•2 hr 3 min
What does it take to train for a 100-miler? Our guest today is here to share his experience training for his very first 100-miler at the Bighorn 100, which is coming up in a few weeks. And he's dialed and ready to go when it comes to nutrition, mindset, and his approach to the race. Today, Jeremy Miller joins us on the podcast, and he's one of the most well-known content creators in the running world. Amassing multiple Boston Qualifying marathon times, multiple 50 mile finishes and a 100K finish...
May 22, 2024•1 hr 26 min
I completed the Cocodona 250 this past week and wow; what an absolute ride it was! It was the most difficult thing I have ever accomplished, and I learned so many lessons along the way that truly will help not just my ultrarunning; but also my life. And in this episode, I break down all of the details of the race for you, including the highs, the lows, what I used for gear, etc. So, if you're planning to race your next big ultra, this episode will give you the tips and mental strategies to help ...
May 15, 2024•5 hr 9 min
Cocodona 250 is next week! And I'll be racing it as my first 200+ mile race. In this episode, I'll be breaking down what my last few weeks of training has been like, how the taper has been going, my race day plan, and also answering ALL of your questions about the race. If you are looking to prepare for ANY race, I hope this episode shows you what the final month of prep and mentality looks like so you can crush your own ultra goals. See you at Cocodona! SHOW LINKS: Want to be coached by me for ...
May 04, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Pre-race nerves are normal when it comes to ultrarunning. But are those nerves becoming too big to manage? Or would you rather take those nerves and turn it into bulletproof confidence? In this episode, I share my tried and true strategy to end race day anxiety/nerves and how you can feel fully confident to show up as the best version of yourself in your next ultra. And whether you are listening this in the middle of your training block, about to start it, or right before your race, there will b...
May 02, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Running uphill is one of those things that can seem really tricky: you breathe harder, it takes more out of your legs, and sometimes, it forces you to hike. Just like anything else, you can TRAIN to be a better uphill athlete. BUT, there are a lot of mistakes that people make when they are training to be a better uphill runner that hold them back from really improving their climbing. In this episode, I share all of the tried and true ways you can be a better uphill runner, as well as how to avoi...
Apr 27, 2024•1 hr 34 min
Physical training isn't enough when it comes to an ultramarathon; you also need to mentally train and have the mental tools to push through the low points. That's why in this episode, I break down some of the most tried and true and effective mental strategies that you can use in your next ultramarathon to build confidence, resilience, and mental toughness. We cover a wide array of strategies used by elite ultrarunning athletes, myself, and so many others. That way, you have multiple tools in yo...
Apr 25, 2024•46 min
How can you effectively train smarter and more effectively for your upcoming ultramarathon? In this episode, Coach Liz Myers will show you how to structure your training in a way that will help you crush your next ultra goals, as she shares how she went from starting running in COVID, to winning her two most recent ultramarathons! Liz Myers is an ultramarathon coach with Everyday Ultra, a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach, and accomplished ultramarathon athlete most recently winning the Forgott...
Apr 18, 2024•59 min
How can you overcome immense difficulty, negative self talk, and challenges in an ultra? I share exactly how I did that at Istria 110K in the second part of this recap episode! This is the second part of a two part series on the recap of Istria 110K! If you haven't listened to the first part, it is the episode right before this! In this episode, I share the biggest mental strategy that helped me overcome extreme fatigue, how you can use this strategy to help you harness motivation and drive to k...
Apr 17, 2024•2 hr 6 min
