• Episode 438: Ultra World Records & National Championships - Charlie Lawrence
    May 1 2025

    Charlie competed in D1 Cross Country and Track & Field for the University of Minnesota. He currently holds the World Record for the 50 Mile, 4:48:21 (5:46/mi). He recently won the USATF 50 KM Road Championships in a time of 2:49:01.

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    Charlie: IG: @lawrence_char - YouTube: youtube.com/@lawrence_char

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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • Episode 437: Backyard Ultras with Sam Harvey
    Apr 18 2025

    Sam Harvey is one of the best Backyard Ultra runners in the World. He was part of the legendary push that resulted in three men breaking the World Record at the Big’s Backyard Ultra Championships in 2023. He has a wide range, which he recently showcased by winning the Tarawera 100 mile this year.

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    Sam: samharveyultra.com - IG: @samharvey_cloudlander

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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Episode 436: 1000 Mile Ultra Marathon with James Pieratt
    Apr 10 2025

    James Pieratt of Wild Hunt Conditioning is preparing for a 1000 mile point to point journey along the West Coast, hitting some historic sites along the way. We unpack some of the specifics in preparation and event execution.

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    James: wildhuntconditioning.com - IG: @wildhuntconditioning

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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Episode 435: Ultras In Antarctica - Akshay Nanavati
    Apr 4 2025

    Adventurer, speaker, author and USMC Vet. Just completed a 60 day solo, unsupported journey covering 500 miles across Antarctica.

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    Akshay: fearvana.com IG: @fearvana X: @fearvanalife FB: @AkshayNanavatiFan YouTube: youtube.com/c/fearvana

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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Episode 434: Fit But Unhealthy?
    Apr 1 2025

    For this episode, I share some thoughts on the topic of "fit but unhealthy." Recently, pro triathlete Lionel Sanders shared some details about his health concerns. This came as a surprise to some as he is visually very healthy and performed at a very high level. Some have hypothesized it is due to his hyper carb fueling strategy. Others have suggested endurance training to the degree taken by professional athletes is unhealthy.

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    27 mins
  • Episode 433: Ultramarathon Record Keeping - Trishul Cherns & Bob Hearn
    Mar 27 2025

    Trishul and Bob are the President and Record Keeper for the Global Organization of Multi-day Ultrarunners (GOMU). GOMU was established to supplement the existing government bodies that only recognize records of certain ultramarathon events. Both Trishul and Bob have rich histories in ultramarathon, with 100s of official events to their names. We dive into their experiences as well as the growing needs when it comes to rules and record keeping that are specific to the needs of ultrarunning. A few topics we focused on include: pacing in ultramarathon, course certification, shoe tech, and certifying record performances.

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    GOMU: gomu.org - IG: @gomu_org - FB: GLOBAL ORGANIZATION OF MULTI-DAY ULTRAMARATHONERS (GOMU)

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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • Episode 432: Hybrid Workouts & Hills - Training Recap
    Mar 21 2025

    For this training recap, I unpack a four week block of training where my main focus was a continuation of speed work development with a bit more variety of inputs this time around. Hybrid workouts, fast finishes, and hills all included. I highlight the thought process behind the programming, execution, and add some tips to consider in training as I build up for a 100 mile track ultra in June!

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    34 mins
  • Episode 431: Ultra Run Across Texas with Matt Johnson
    Mar 7 2025

    Matt Johnson got into running in 2020 after discovering a love for the sport following a difficult youth, and a career in the National Guard. Since, he has built a successful Instagram channel that blends competitiveness and humor. He took his love of running across the State of Texas, an 841 mile journey in 17 days, raising awareness for ValorFit.

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    Matt: IG @mattjohnson - YouTube: @mattjohnson__

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    1 hr and 34 mins