Hope you love the feet photo and doesn't make you puke (that's what 44 hours on them does)

In this episode of The West Coast Ultra Podcast, I share an honest update on my Achilles injury and talk about how I’m using cross training to stay strong while I’m off running. I know how frustrating injuries can be, and I dive into the emotional side of being sidelined — the fear, the loss of identity, and the isolation that many of us feel.

I also break down the practical side:

• How I’m structuring my cross training sessions to mimic running workouts
• The benefits of cycling, swimming, strength, and mobility work during recovery
• Why injuries can actually be the perfect time to fix weaknesses and come back stronger

I’ll share some of my own experiences, as well as insights from coaching athletes who’ve returned better than ever after setbacks.

If you’re dealing with an injury or want to train smarter, this episode is for you.

Coaching Promo: I coach athletes of all levels through Team RunRun, and you can also catch me on Instagram @davidultrarunner. If you’d like support navigating your own training or recovery, I’d love to help.

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