Joe Hardin is a husband, father of two, ultrarunner, aspiring writer, and an artist. He is also an advocate for addiction recovery and a plant-based lifestyle. We spoke with Joe about his journey to sobriety and the impact it has had on his life. He shared how he discovered ultras and the support he receives from the ultra-running community. Joe is…

This week we discuss rules bloat in DnD and ttrpgs in general. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biggusgeekus/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biggusgeekus/support

Rhonda Bompensa-Zimmerman is fairly new to ultra-running. She has been putting in the work and taking on some big challenges, most recently, Sedona Canyons 125. On this podcast we learn how Rhonda made her way to trail running and the impact it has had on her life, how running has been crucial for her healing. She reflects on the pivotal moment she…

Pat is on once again to discuss magic in ttrpgs and a new game in development --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biggusgeekus/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biggusgeekus/support

We have the pleasure of introducing Erin to the world. She is an educator that grew up on a family farm not too far from Washington D.C. Today, we just get to know her as we will be talking lots of running in the coming months. We hope you enjoy!

We welcome back Scott Hagerty to the podcast to give us a recap of the Earth Day Buckle Mania, his 8th 100 mile race. Scott’s knack for finding the coolest races makes for a good race report. We also learn a little about the Race Director for this one.

Nutrition coach Abby and Scott answer the question, "What is the best way to fuel and eat in general after races and big efforts?" We talk about fueling so often and really enjoyed the question. We know during these big events we are running at a big deficit so how do we use our nutrition for better recovery and energy after these efforts was a fun…

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Join us as we recap our latest adventures! Sometimes we get to do fun things too! :)

We discuss Cabin Con18! Also many lesser issues. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biggusgeekus/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biggusgeekus/support

Tara is a Becoming Ultra coaching client from the west coast. She calls in today to ask Coach Abby and Scott the best way to drop some weight to be more efficient for big running goals. It's a popular question we get as coaches so we hope you take something away for your own goals! Thanks for listening.…

This week we talk about what an adventurer might do with a monster corpse. Eating it is just one option. Notes to follow --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biggusgeekus/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biggusgeekus/support

Amanda and her coach Addie Bracy talk about the day Amanda became an ultra runner. The highs and lows and everything in between. We hope you enjoy!

She did it! Mari diligentely trained for her first ultra over the last 6 months and got to test herself on the amazing trails in Sedona. On the show today she shared her experience and all she learned from the experience. We hope you enjoyed following her journey over the last 6 months. Season 15 is now taking applications!…

Sarah Snyder is the RD for the Crewel Jewel 100; ultra runner; cyclist and loving dog mom. Sarah is also an advocate for woman in the sport. She is paving the way for busy woman to have opportunities to reach the goals they set for themselves and providing support along the way. This conversation will inspire you and make you see that your dreams a…

After 7 months of training and planning Brittany finally got to test herself on the beautiful trails of Sedona to run her first ultra. Some heat and misdirection along with and epic finish caps off another successful season. We hope you all enjoy. Season 15 is now taking applications! www.becomingultra.com…

On the newest episode with Abby McQueeny Penamonte we answer a listener's question about how to get lots of calories without fat and carbs. We are here to answer the questions you have and hopefully give you a better understanding of what your body needs to perform and function at the highest levels. Enjoy!…

The work is done and Amanda is ready to get to Arizona to run her first ultra. She has had an amazing training cycle and is looking forward to celebrating her fitness in the Sedona sunshine. She has some great mantra's for the run, many that happen to be on her body in perpetuity as tattooes! We hope you enjoy her last call!…

The training is done and Brittany has a few pre race questions for her coach before she gets to Sedona to run her first ultra. What are her expectations, mantra's, and goals for the race? How will she plan for the heat? These runners work hard for 6 months before running their first ultra so we hope you enjoy the show and energy everyone has put in…

Some last minute questions and a little conversation about specifics for Arizona on this last call with Mari before she becomes an ultra runner! Enjoy.