Jen Kurtz joined me on the podcast in August to talk about her creatine study on endurance athletes. She reached back out as she is in need for more runners to participate in her study that are doing the Looking Glass 100k race. If you are at all interested in this, and want to get an additional $250 in your pocket, please reach out to Jen for all the details. BUT, this was not the only reason for this podcast. Jen recently completed her very first 100 miler, and I wanted to dive into every detail. Join us as we walk through her training, her gear and her journey through this very memorable race. Little did I know what an impact her story would have on me. Her joy both in the difficult times and the celebratory ones is so palpable. The way she spoke made me feel as if I was right beside her enduring it all and soaking it all in. As I go into my next race, I will be repeating her mantra...I am strong, I am capable and I am made to do this. Thank you, Jen, for sharing your light.

For more information on Dr. Jennifer Kurtz's study: https://sites.google.com/appstate.edu/creatine-trail-running-study-/home

Episode 074 with Jen Kurtz: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Y779yJSyNls8xVEZoP9eX?si=d6xG5JeTTYSym1hOznSVnA

Jen's email: kurtzja@appstate.edu

Jen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jen.kurtz.phd/

Rim to River 100: https://www.rimtoriverendurance.com

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Here it is! All the details you need to know about the Looking Glass 100K coming up on November 15th with race director and course designer, Brandon Thrower! Brandon walks us through the course describing the terrain, the elevation, turn by turn. We also discuss the aid stations, crew and drop bag access, and everything else you need to know to be prepared for this race. Enjoy!

Tanawha Adventures website: https://www.tanawhaadventures.com/lookingglass100k

Marisa Romeo never ceases to blow my mind. To be in the top 25 women at the biggest ultra trail running race in the world is unbelievable...she was 22nd by the way. I had to hear her story, and it did not disappoint. Going in with a great mental state and just reveling in the fact that she was even there was the perfect way to approach the start line. She was ready. Hear about her journey through these majestic mountains, battling crazy cold weather, and overcoming some personal lows and other issues. I found it so interesting to hear two different experiences of this same race back to back (Katti and Marisa). Both women are so strong, and I feel blessed to sit back and watch them excel. Thank you, Marisa, for coming back on the podcast. I SO enjoy our 'catch up times'. I certainly hope you can make your way back to UTMB, and I'll continue to be one of your biggest fans. :)

Marisa's website: https://www.marisaromeo.com

Marisa's coach: Ryne Anderson with CTS

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