In this new format, First & Last, we talked with two amazing women: Western States 100 first-place woman and female course record holder, Courtney Dauwalter, and the very last finisher, Jennifer St. Amand, who finished with just 21 seconds to spare. This new feature gives listeners insight into how WS100 unfolded for both runners who had two of the most compelling finishes at this year’s event. Dauwalter lives in Leadville, Colorado, and is a retired school teacher turned professional ultrar...
Jul 28, 2023•40 min•Season 4Ep. 11
The heat is on! And we’re not just talking about Courtney Dauwalter’s blazing wins at WS100 and Hardrock. Join us as we talk with Dr. Jason Wagner to explore the physiological challenges that runners face in the heat, learn how the body responds and adapts to demanding conditions including, acclimation techniques, hydration strategies and proper nutrition for hot weather running, guiding us toward optimal performance in the most grueling environments. Additionally, we dive into the potential dan...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 10
In this episode, we bring Rebecca Joyner back on the podcast to chat with Scotty about her experience at Western States as well as her DNF. She talks about her battle with the snow on the course along with the amazing volunteers at the world's oldest 100-mile race. View on YouTube Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax...
Jul 14, 2023•35 min•Season 4Ep. 9
In this episode, we have a special treat for you. Join us as we take a deep dive into the pages of our special July / August issue which features a captivating celebration of the profound experiences we encounter on the trails. From the importance of trail work and groundbreaking research to the mesmerizing stories of endurance and connection, this issue encapsulates the essence of ultrarunning. We also recap our coverage of Western States and all of the amazing journeys we witnessed throughout ...
Jul 06, 2023•25 min•Season 4Ep. 6
In this episode we’re joined by ultrarunner extraordinaire, race director and assistant editor of UltraRunning Magazine, Jeffrey Stern. UltraRunning Magazine's newest endeavor happens to be the Tamalpa Headlands 50k and who better to guide us through the details than race director Jeffrey Stern? He sheds a little light on the exhilarating course located in the Marin Headlands in California. Get ready to be inspired, informed and transported to the trails of the Marin Headlands as we unravel the ...
Jun 30, 2023•33 min•Season 4Ep. 8
With just days before her first Western States 100, Michigan’s Rebecca Joyner joins the UR Podcast to share her training journey, preparation for race day and working with a running coach. Rebecca shares her strategies for overcoming doubt, embracing discomfort and staying focused on the journey ahead. Her exceptional storytelling prowess captivated the judges of UltraRunning Magazine's essay contest, earning her the well-deserved opportunity to compete alongside the finest runners in the world....
Jun 19, 2023•38 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Callie Vinson and hear about her experience at the Western States 100 Training Camp. Callie joined us for an in-person interview in Foresthill, CA, during the three-day-long running camp in May. Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor HOKA Follow Callie on Instagram Learn more about Rising Hearts Read GU Energy Labs’ announcement about Callie being selected to run WS100...
Jun 14, 2023•29 min•Season 4Ep. 6
UltraRunning Magazine's May/June "Adventure" issue is available now, featuring hydration pack reviews, race reports from the Barkley Marathons and Ted Corbitt 50k, articles about trail running economy and so much more. Scotty talks with editor-in-chief Amy Clark about this jam-packed issue. Watch this epsiode on YouTube Cover photo: Howie Stern Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax...
May 26, 2023•20 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Overtraining syndrome is a condition that haunts many runners, often leading to a frustrating halt in their training or even forcing them to step away from the sport. In this episode, we unravel the mysteries surrounding this condition with research affiliate Jill Colangelo. We explore the signs and symptoms of overtraining syndrome and why ultrarunners should be talking about it. We also dive into the underlying physiological mechanisms, how to differentiate it from normal fatigue and the impac...
May 22, 2023•57 min•Season 4Ep. 5
In this episode, we are thrilled to bring you the incredible journey of a married couple, Krista and Guy Alderdice, who recently competed in the Wild Horse 200 that started on April 5 in South Wales, Great Britain. This grueling 200-mile ultramarathon through the stunning Welsh countryside is not for the faint of heart, but together they took on the challenge and emerged victorious. You may recognize Krista and Guy from their UltraRunning.com column, Blue Collar Runners , which highlighted the s...
Apr 26, 2023•56 min•Season 4Ep. 4
UltraRunning Magazine Editor-in-Chief Amy Clark joins the show to give us an inside look at the April issue, including our spring shoe review, an in-depth piece on Tim Tollefson, Rocky Raccoon 100 race recap and more. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor: Drymax Socks
Apr 19, 2023•14 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Phoenix Arizona’s Jeremy Ogle, AKA, Arm Solo, isn’t remarkable because he’s a professional athlete with only one arm, or that he survived at motorcycle crash that should have ended his life or because he’s putting on a daily clinic on how to be a single-parent - he’s remarkable because he lives his life with purpose and he smashes obstacles with his spirit. Jeremy joins the show to talk about completing his first ultra at Black Canyon Ultras 60K, competing as a para-athlete, being a single fathe...
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 10 min
UltraRunning Magazine editor Amy Clark joins the show to breakdown the March issue and recap her trip to the Barkley Marathons. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor, The Kauai 50 Have an idea for a future episode? Let us know. Email us at HeyScotty@ultrarunning.com
Mar 24, 2023•25 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Kati Laan joins the show during a previously recorded live broadcast from the San Francisco Running Company (SFRC) in San Anselmo, California, where she competes on the SFRC Running Team. Laan recently nabbed a second place female finish at the HURT 100 in Hawaii. She joins us to give us a breakdown of that race and a look back at her first female finish at the San Diego 100 last summer. We also talk about her upcoming races at Canyons, where she’s currently signed up for the 100k distance, as w...
Feb 27, 2023•41 min•Season 4Ep. 2
UltraRunning Magazine editor Amy Clark joins the show to breakdown this year’s exciting February UltraRunners of the Year (UROY) issue, on newsstands now. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Watch this episode on YouTube Thanks to our episode sponsor, The Kauai 50 Trueheart Brown episode...
Feb 20, 2023•16 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Are you sick and tired of running in the cold? Yep, we’ve had it. Unfortunately, we still have a couple of months to go, so we're going to strip down to our undies and jump into the ice cold water. We're going to let you know the most important things about running in cold weather and how to stay safe. The smart and irritatingly handsome Dr. Jason Wagner joins the show to give us his expert advice. Dr. Wagner is currently an associate professor and residency program director at Washington Univer...
Jan 30, 2023•54 min
Being an UltraRunning Magazine subscriber has its benefits - just ask our next guest Rebecca Joyner. She entered UltraRunning 's Western States Endurance Run essay contest and won a free entry into the premiere event. Rebecca joins the show to talk about winning the contest, her winning essay, taking first female at this year’s Yeti 100 (holy moly what a story!), humanity and ultras, her Guinness Book of World Records running achievement and so much more. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Watch...
Jan 19, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 1
El Paso’s Carilyn Johnson just completed the 6240 Project where she ran 6,240 miles in 2022. Carilyn joins the show to talk about the project and how it came to be. We also talk about her experience as a four-time USA 24-Hour Team member, advice on running 24-hour events, her passion for the culinary arts and how it relates to her running and so much more. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thank you to our episode sponsor Ortholite Watch this episode on YouTube FOLLOW: www.carilynjohnson.com...
Dec 28, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 16
UltraRunning Magazine Editor Amy Clark drops by to spread the holiday cheer with the December/January issue of the magazine, which features an impressive cover image of one of ultrarunnng’s most famous race organizers. Amy also lets us know what's in the new issue and the special gift that's included for our subscribers! Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor Drymax...
Dec 21, 2022•22 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Western States 100 race director Craig Thornley joins the show to talk about how the Western States Trail was impacted by the Mosquito Fire, and what it means for one of ultrarunning’s oldest events. The Mosquito Fire, the largest wildfire in California so far this year, burned nearly 77,000 acres, destroyed 78 structures and impacted nearly 16 miles of the Western States course. Stay tuned to learn how you can help the trail recover. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode spon...
Dec 07, 2022•47 min•Season 3Ep. 15
UltraRunning editor Amy Clark drops in to give us the inside scoop on the November issue. The issue features ultrarunning history, headlamp reviews, race reports on the Waldo 100K, Angeles Crest 100 and so much more. Amy also shares her experience running the Javelina Jundred 100k in October. Subscribe today and enter to win a spot in the 2023 Western States Endurance Run! Watch the video of this episode on YouTube ....
Nov 09, 2022•24 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Riley Brady has been dominating courses left and right, having podiumed nine of their last ten ultramarathons. Brady, who just scored a Golden Ticket to compete at the 2023 Western States 100, joins the show to share how their race unfolded at Javelina Jundred. If you’ve been following the story, you know that their finish was overshadowed by some confusion. Riley shares their experience as a non-binary athlete, their perspective of the JJ finish, life growing up non-binary, the excitement of ru...
Nov 04, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 14
Losing 200 pounds is no easy feat and neither is finishing the Moab 240. Arizona resident Callie Vinson can now claim both of those titles as her epic journey unfolds before the universe. Callie joins host Scotty Sandow to discuss her weight-loss journey, which began when she weighed 377 pounds while living in Chicago, transitioning to ultras, running Moab 240, connecting with her own heritage, Strava art and so much more. This episode contains brief descriptions of domestic violence and abuse. ...
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 13
An ultrarunning evolution is happening around the country as race directors work to get more women to the start line. Case in point, officials of the High Lonesome 100, which takes place in Colorado's breathtaking Sawatch Range, introduced a lottery system to level the gender playing field, new rules for transgender and nonbinary entrants, and deferment for new parents. At the center of this policy change is the dynamic duo of Kelsey Banaszynski and Caleb Efta, a married couple who is working to...
Sep 21, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Mario Mendoza enters the UR Podcast inner sanctum just days ahead UTMB’s CCC. Mario is a four-time USATF Trail Runner of the Year, two-time former treadmill World Record holder and he recently took first place overall at the Lake Sonoma 50 in 2021. Recently, he became a triple crown winner at this year’s Broken Arrow Skyrace. What’s more impressive is how Mario has parlayed his success into giving back to the community and makes the world a better place to live, work, play and run. Watch this ep...
Aug 31, 2022•38 min•Season 3Ep. 11
On August 12, veteran ultrarunner Dean Karnazes was attacked by a coyote while running the Headlands 150-Mile Endurance Run in Northern California. Dean shared an Instagram video following the attack, which has been questioned by several media outlets. He joins URM Podcast to share his first-hand account of the experience, its aftermath, what may have lead to the attack and why trail safety is so important. Stay tuned after the episode for our “What’s the Issue” segment with UR Magazine Editor A...
Aug 26, 2022•44 min•Season 3Ep. 10
In this episode, we're talking about those pesky little blood-sucking critters, ticks. Dr. Jason Wagner joins us to give a quick download on tick prevention, removal, illnesses, signs and symptoms, and treatment options after your trail run. Dr. Wagner is currently an associate professor and residency program director at Washington University in St. Louis. He is also a Lt. Col. in the Missouri Air National Guard where he serves as both a flight surgeon and critical care air transport physician. ...
Jun 29, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 2
We are proud to welcome UltraRunning Magazine's Western States contest winner Natasha Daniels to the URM podcast. Natasha shares her personal story with us, which was selected from over 100 entries in November. We recorded this interview just a few days before Western States to check in with Natasha and find out about her training and experience leading up to the "Big Dance." Congratulations, Natasha, we are all rooting for you! Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to our episode sponsor, W...
Jun 22, 2022•17 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Elite ultrarunner and overall endearing human being Tim Tollefson joins us to share details about the new Mammoth Trail Fest, which promises to be an epic, European-style event, and how the idea came to fruition. He also doles out advice about how to run Western States, where he placed fifth last year and will be running again this year. Tim talks about what he learned about himself, which may pivot how your approach ultras and life, for that matter. Subscribe to UltraRunning Magazine Thanks to ...
Jun 21, 2022•45 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Pete Kostelnick joins the UR inner sanctum to talk about his next adventure: running 50 miles in all 50 states in 50 days. Pete’s no stranger to monumental endurance feats - he’s the current World Record holder for the fastest coast-to-coast crossing of the United States by foot. He ran from San Francisco to New York City in 42 days, 6 hours and 30 minutes. He is also a two-time Badwater 135 champion and is the fifth-fastest North American of all-time at the 24-hour event, covering 163.5 miles (...
May 27, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 8
