If you’re curious what an 100 mile winner and 200 mile veteran does to train for those races, you’re about to find out! Today, we chat with Kilian Korth who recently won the Mogollon Monster 100M, has completed and podiumed multiple ultra events, and has tons of experience as a long distance athlete. In this episode, Kilian and I discuss training principles to help you build durability and speed as an ultrarunner, how to add in huge long runs strategically in your training to give massive adapta...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 22 min
You've done the training for a 100 mile race; now it's time to execute the plan. But how do you best approach race day and actually approach a 100 mile way in the most efficient way possible. In this episode, Jeff Garmire, an accomplished ultrarunner with many FKTs (Colorado Trail Unsupported, JMT Unsupported, and many more) and I chat about how we approach 100 mile races, and all of the advice we would give to runners who are taking on the distance. We cover things from mindset, pacing, strateg...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr 19 min
Every runner faces that moment in training when motivation goes away. It becomes a bit harder to lace up the shoes and get out the door. And the stoke we had at the start of the training block is much less. If you can learn how to break through that point in training, you can successfully nail any training block you put in, because this is the skill that separates the people who stick with their training, and those who don’t. So, in this episode, we’ll share how you can stay motivated all throug...
Jan 12, 2025•1 hr 3 min
When it comes to learning how to be a better ultrarunner, it’s always best to learn from other runners who have accomplished the goal you’re looking to accomplish. That is why we’re bringing on an ultrarunner to the show who has not only accomplished so much in his running career; but has also learned tons of lessons along the way. And in this episode, we cover things such as: The key to making sure your ultra training is effective How to actually incorporate easy runs and speed work in your tra...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 5 min
We’ve all faced that negative voice in our life that tells us we can’t do something, or that we are not enough. And sometimes, it’s caused us to make decisions that don’t support who we want to be, as a runner or a person. But there is a way to be stronger than that negative voice, so that you can ultimately be the runner and person that you want to be, and accomplish all the big goals you set out for yourself. For Sandra Mikulic, this was something she learned by overcoming her own self-doubt t...
Jan 03, 2025•1 hr 12 min
This is our “Ask Me Anything” series where we will answer all of your questions about ultrarunning! In this episode, we cover topics such as: -How to avoid injuries when you’re in peak mileage training -How to organize and handle mandatory gear for ultras -Altitude acclimation and how to best approach it -How to best train for vertical gain and steep climbs in your training -When to use poles in a race -How to keep yourself safe if you fall on the trail -How to make sure you don’t get behind on ...
Jan 01, 2025•1 hr 3 min
This is our “Ask Me Anything” series where we will answer all of your questions about ultrarunning! In this episode, we recorded this as a live episode with the athletes we coach at Everyday Ultra, so listen in for a super fun format! In this episode, we cover topics such as: -How to best pace running intervals -Are treadmills a useful tool to use in training -The simple (but powerful) metric to keep an eye on in training to reduce injury risk -How to dial in your nutrition -How to identify the ...
Dec 31, 2024•1 hr 42 min
In this episode, Hunter Leininger shares how he is preparing for the Triple Crown of 200s, how he is able to find the joy in suffering, and his biggest tips to mentally get through any endurance challenge. Hunter's athletic career began at the young age of 7, inspired by his father, Jeff Leininger, an adventure racer himself. Determined to follow in his father's footsteps, Hunter completed his first 6-hour adventure race, marking the beginning of a series of groundbreaking achievements. By age 1...
Dec 20, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Training for an ultra requires more than just logging miles and completing workouts; it also requires recovering well, so you can perform your best. It requires you to pivot the plan when things arise in life to make sure you’re still reaching your goals. And it requires you to be intentional in the way you approach your training and races. That’s what Jen Higgins did when she set out to run her first 50 Miler and 100K this past year. And all of these things allowed her to be the first place fin...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 10 min
When it comes to training for a 100 miler, it pays to be consistent and to follow principles that will help you to train in the best way. And when it comes to someone who has done that well, Erika Auckerman comes to mind. Erika is a mother of two young children and wife who set out to complete her first 100 mile race: The Rim to River 100M. And even though it was a big goal, she trained for it well, never missed a workout, and improved on many areas that allowed her to have an amazing race out t...
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Jeff Browning is one of the greatest ultrarunners of our generation. Winning over two dozen 100-mile races, being on the podium of some of the hardest ultras, and most recently, securing an FKT on the Colorado Trail, Jeff has immense experience in the sport of ultrarunning. Some of the biggest keys to his success comes from his mindset and how he mentally approaches ultras. And his approach isn’t woo-woo; it’s backed by neuroscience and psychology, which speaks to why Jeff is able to keep perfor...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 18 min
It IS possible to train for (and complete) a 100 mile race, even if you have an incredibly busy schedule in your life. And our guest today, Eric Socia, proves that is possible, as he recently completed the Run Rabbit Run 100 miler as his first 100, even while balancing a full-time job, raising kids, and being an amazing husband. In this episode, Eric shares how he was able to balance all of the priorities in his life while also making time to train, how he was able to pivot his schedule when nee...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Is it possible to run an ultramarathon with no prior background as a runner? Absolutely. And our guest today proves that - as she went from no running or endurance background and 100+ pounds obese to finishing multiple 50Ks in the top 10, completing the Leadville 100M Mountain Bike Race, and finishing her first 50 miler recently! You’ll hear from Christie Brinker on how she was able to transform her life through running, and what were the biggest keys to her success to go from non-runner to runn...
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 4 min
What does it take to have an amazing race in a type of terrain that is a different style from what you’re normally used to? For Jeff Mogavero, an accomplished mountain ultrarunner for On Running, he looked to answer that question by racing in the Javelina Jundred 100 miler, just months after completing UTMB. And even though the flatter course was relatively unique territory for Jeff based on his past races, he was able to finish second place and win a Golden Ticket to Western States 100! How did...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 7 min
In one of the most impressive endurance accomplishments of the year, Tara Dower set the overall Fastest Known Time on the 2,000+ mile Appalachian Trail earlier this year in 40 days , 18 hours, and 6 minutes. It was an attempt that required mental toughness, extensive planning and curiosity, teamwork, and incredible endurance. And in this episode, Tara breaks down her biggest pillars of success as to how she was able to make this accomplishment a reality. So, if you’re going for an FKT attempt or...
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 12 min
When it comes to racing ultramarathons, there will inevitably be mental lows throughout the race. Especially over the course of 200 miles. And for Max Joliffe, when he raced his first 200 miler at the Moab 240, he faced that same challenge. But Max overcame the struggle, and ended up making an epic comeback to solidify a first place and course record finish. That’s not the only comeback Max has made in his life. He also overcame addiction and struggles in life to become sober and turn his life o...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Sometimes, we have a belief of what our limits are in running. But can we go further? And what does it take to really take it to the next level? Today, we’re joined by Jonathan Levitt, a prominent figure in the running community and host of The For the Long Run podcast. And in this episode, he shares how he was able to have massive breakthroughs in his running career. Jon shares the importance of understanding the 'why' behind running, the role of community, and how personal contributions can en...
Nov 02, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Known as one of the greatest ultrarunners of our time, Harvey Lewis joins us today to share epic stories, incredible lessons, and takeaways from his 2024 season. After coming off a monumental year last year running 450 miles at Big’s Backyard Ultra, Harvey continued to pursue adventure and challenge in 2024. This year, he took on the Barkley Marathons once more, ran Badwater 135 (and then ran all the way back to the start), and got an epic podium finish at the Bigfoot 200. And those are only a f...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 8 min
We did it! At Javelina Jundred, I ran a 15:28 100-mile time with a negative split and came in 10th place male. And I can now say that I got redemption after last year’s race that didn’t go well. This podcast breaks down my training for the race, what it takes to improve on mistakes, how to train intently to get a PR at an ultramarathon distance, and how to overcome mental low points to turn a bad situation into your greatest triumph. The point of this podcast isn’t just to recap the race; I put ...
Oct 30, 2024•4 hr 42 min
Yoda was wrong! The dark side is a tool that you can use to push through the lowest points in your ultramarathon to give you the strength you need. What is the dark side exactly? It's more than just a Star Wars reference; it's a mindset. And we've all felt it at some point in our lives. So, we have the tools to use it. And when you're able to use it properly, you can get through any difficult challenges in your ultras, so you can finish strong. This episode is SPICY, so just a heads up! SHOW LIN...
Oct 23, 2024•45 min
The Moab 240 miler is one of the toughest ultras in the United States; traversing through hot terrain, rough conditions, and remote areas, it challenges even the toughest of athletes. For Sarah Ostaszewski, a 200+ mile veteran and Cocodona 250 course record holder, this was going to be the next challenge for her in her already decorated career. And even though it was one of the toughest races she’s ever done, she raced incredibly strong, never gave up, took care of herself, and finished strong t...
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Success leaves clues. And the same goes for ultrarunning. So, when you look at some of the best ultrarunners in the world like Courtney Dauwalter, Adam Peterman, Sarah Ostaszewski, and others, there are patterns that each of them do commonly to lead to massive success. And we can take those principles and lessons and apply them into our own training. Even if you are in the back of the pack! In this episode, we share tips on training, mindset, race strategy, and more, all from elite ultrarunning ...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 9 min
You can be the fittest runner in the world; but if you don't BELIEVE that you can actually accomplish your running goals, then the fitness won't pay off. And it goes way more than just saying you believe - you have to really feel it internally. And there's a process you have to go through to do that. In this episode, I share exactly how to do that and how to build belief, confidence, and strength to accomplish anything you want to in the ultrarunning world. This is a reposted episode from the Re...
Sep 28, 2024•1 hr 10 min
What if your legs were able to run for longer periods of time before getting tired, sore, or fatigued? That'd be pretty awesome. Because that would mean you'd be able to perform better, run faster, and likely get the results you're looking for in your next ultra. But the problem is that a lot of runners don't set their legs up for success in their training to be durable. And even if they do the right things, they do it in a way that leads to injury, overuse, or underrecovery. That's why in this ...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 2 min
You got ultra questions; we got answers! This is our first AMA episode of Everyday Ultra where I answer your burning ultrarunning questions. In this episode, we cover what to do if you can't take down solid food in an ultramarathon, the biggest differences between 100 mile and 200 mile training, and how much time should you take to go from 50K to 100 miles. Plus, much more! If you like this episode, let me know and we can keep doing it. Thanks so much! SHOW LINKS: Want to be coached by me for yo...
Sep 11, 2024•53 min
Let's face it: we will face hardships in life. Whether it's unexpected news that shifts our life, stressful times at work, or family issues, challenges can test our will to run. But, there is a way to train your brain to stick with running, even when life is hard. Because dealing with issues in life doesn't mean you have to stop running. In fact, it could be the time when you need running the most. So, if you're dealing with low motivation, lack of energy, no desire to run, or just the overwhelm...
Sep 06, 2024•1 hr 5 min
If you’re lining up for 100 miles, your mindset needs to be strong. And that requires you to take a deeper look inside yourself to make sure that you have the trust and confidence to take on the miles. For David Roche, he exuded this confidence, mindset, and belief in himself when he won his very first 100 mile race at the Leadville 100, shattering a course record that stood for many years. And he credits a lot of his victory to his mindset, consistency, and belief in himself that he’s built ove...
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 23 min
Whenever we complete a race, it’s such an incredible high. People are cheering for us, while we have accomplished something incredible that means the world to us. But after the confetti clears and the event ends, that high can wear away. And worse yet, our brains can sink to a level of post-race depression that feels really hard to kick. For Brooks Bash, after he completed 100 marathons in 100 consecutive days and then ran 315 miles in the Speed Project, he faced this same issue. But took steps ...
Aug 28, 2024•1 hr 9 min
One of the most painful issues to face in an ultramarathon are blisters. So, it is CRUCIAL that you have a strategy to prevent and take care of blisters for your next race. In this episode, I share the proven protocol to help you prevent blisters and take care of your feet in your next ultramarathon. Also, I share tips on what to do in case you end up getting blisters in the middle of race, so you can stay in the fight. This is from a group coaching call I hosted with my athletes. Huge thank you...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr
Is it possible to train for ultras AND get a Boston Qualifying time in the marathon? It sure is!Pierce Showe is a living example of that. Just months after completing the Triple Crown of 200’s (which is three 200+ mile races in three months), he put up a 2:52 marathon after switching his training to more of a marathon focus in such a short time. So, in this episode, Pierce shares a deep look into his training for the sub-3 marathon attempt, what workouts he used to be successful, and lessons fro...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 5 min
