Best Brian Passenti Podcasts (2024)

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#306 - WE ARE BRIAN PASSENTI BUCKLING UP TO A WORLD OF NEW ADVENTURES 1:27:51

2h ago1:27:51

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During my recent long hours on trails training for the Leadville Trail 100, as well as in the Chase the Moon ultramarathon I just ran, I have been listening to several podcasts, and one I recently discovered and really enjoy is Buckle Up with Brian Passenti and Simon Guérard. Fellow New York area guy and Yankees fan Brian grew up running but had so…

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Ep #25 with Gavin Woody 1:01:52

3h ago1:01:52

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Gavin Woody isn't your average athlete. He thrives on pushing his limits in grueling adventure races and ultra marathons, conquering iconic challenges like Badwater, Hardrock, and even the famed Iditarod Trail. But for Gavin, it's not just about the finish line. He prioritizes staying healthy and injury-free to keep exploring the world's most deman…

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#305 - WE ARE LILLIAN BERLINER AND THE ULTIMATE COMEBACK FROM THE HOLOCAUST 1:32:42

7d ago1:32:42

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In January, 2022, episode #187, we brought to you the story of Holocaust survivor Lili Berliner. It is to this day, our episode with the highest number of downloads. We recently lost Lili at the age of 97, and I thought, in a first for the WASP, that we should replay this episode both for those of you who heard it earlier, as well as for those who …

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Ep. #24 with Anthony Lorubbio 1:05:57

3h ago1:05:57

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In this episode, Simon and Brian discuss their experiences with high altitude breath work training. They start by explaining the breath assessments used to determine dysfunctional breathing and carbon dioxide tolerance. They then discuss the importance of controlling the exhale during the carbon dioxide tolerance test and the role of CO2 in breathl…

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#304 - WE ARE TREVOR FARNES AND THE UNIQUE MTN OPS STORY 1:08:09

3d ago1:08:09

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Trevor Farnes founded MTN OPS, a self-described outdoor performance supplements company. You may ask why you would listen to a chat about another company in this crowded space, but you will quickly find out that MTN OPS is a very different kind of company. For one, their customers are not anonymous buyers but part of a community that shares experie…

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Ep #23 with Tamira Jenlink 1:06:33

4d ago1:06:33

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We are excited to talk with Tamira Jenlink, the Leadville Race Series Race Director about this years event and the need for changes. Leadville 100 Race Changes: A Focus on Safety and Communication (2024) This discussion dives into the 2024 Leadville 100 race updates, highlighting how they affect racers, crews, and spectators. Key Themes: Safety Fir…

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#303 - GETTING BACK TO DOING BIG THINGS 19:23

10d ago19:23

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What a difference a year makes. After a bunion that broke through the skin and eventually resulted in surgery wiped out pretty much all of my running and other activities in 2023, this year has seen me excitedly get back into doing big things - whether it was an amazing mountaineering trip in Chile, tearing out the turf in part of my yard and repla…

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Ep #22 with Cole Chlouber 55:44

12d ago55:44

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The conversation revolves around Cole Chlouber's new book, 'Grit, Guts, and Determination: My Tale of a Cowboy, 100 Miles of Dirt, and a Town So Magical, They Had to Save It'. Cole shares his motivation for writing the book, which is to tell his father's story and spread awareness of his accomplishments. The book covers his father's childhood, his …

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Ep. #21 with Anthony Lee 1:18:03

19d ago1:18:03

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Buckle Up with Simon and Brian welcomes ultra runner Anthony Lee! Anthony dives deep into his life-changing journey with the sport, including his impressive recent win at the Big Horn 100. He opens up about his early struggles and how the supportive ultra running community became his turning point. Anthony shares his training secrets, including his…

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#302 - WE ARE NICK JONSSON AND THE FIVE PATHWAYS OF SUPPORT FOR LONELY LEADERS 1:11:49

25d ago1:11:49

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After Nick Jonsson, a Swedish-born, Southeast Asian businessman, found the mounting stresses of his job and climbing the corporate ladder untenable, he began drinking heavily, abandoned his fitness regimen, and put on a ton of weight, leading to him losing his job, as well as his wife and son. After getting help to control his alcoholism, Nick, who…

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Ep. #20 with Anthony Lorubbio from Recal 56:40

29d ago56:40

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Anthony Lorubbio from Recal Travel joins Simon and me on the show this week for the first part of a two-part series. Anthony presents the High Altitude Breathwork Training course, which Simon and I will be undertaking over a five-week period. Stay tuned for part two in five weeks to hear about our experiences with Anthony! Anthony Lorubbio, the fou…

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#301 - WE ARE RON GOLD, TURNING TRAGEDY INTO PURPOSE AND ACTION 1:32:26

1M ago1:32:26

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On a bike ride on an open road in New Jersey in 2011, Ron Gold was struck head-on by an SUV whose driver had fallen asleep behind the wheel even though it was the middle of the day. He barely survived, suffering critical injuries, and was left a paraplegic. It was bad enough the driver was totally unapologetic about causing this tragic event. Ron s…

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#19 with Candice Burt 1:17:50

1M ago1:17:50

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On Friday, June 24th, the 2024 Triple Crown of 200's will begin with the Tahoe 200. This week, our special guest is someone who requires no introduction. Candice Burt is revolutionizing the ultrarunning world through the development of unique non-repetitive 200+ milers. Candice, who is known as the Queen of 200s and the founder of Destination Trail…

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#300 - BILL'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE WAY UP HIGH IN CHILE 1:14:42

1M ago1:14:42

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The We Are Superman Podcast has hit 300 episodes... we think. But thanks to David's impetus, inspirational WASP guests have touched millions of listeners around the world. Or at least thousands. After a quick historical recap, I'm honored to bring you my recounting of my truly amazing trip to Chile and climbing peaks in the Andes as high as almost …

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Ep #18 with Will Frantz 57:04

1M ago57:04

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The conversation between Simon Guerard, Brian Passenti, and Will Frantz covers topics such as recovery, endurance training, strength training, and the importance of a well-rounded fitness routine. Will Frantz shares his expertise in strength training for endurance athletes and provides five exercises that can benefit athletes looking to improve the…

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#299 - WE ARE DAVID CARLE, WITH THE HEART OF A CHAMPIONSHIP COACH 45:50

2M ago45:50

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Imagine you are an 18-year-old and you have worked your entire life and gotten to the cusp of achieving your dream of playing hockey on the Division 1 collegiate level and then the NHL, and suddenly you are told that your dream is now kaput due to a health issue. That was the reality faced by David Carle, a star defenseman from Anchorage, Alaska fo…

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Ep. #17 with Aum Gandhi 1:21:12

2M ago1:21:12

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This week, we ditch the energy gels and grab a cup of inspiration with Aum Gandhi, an ultra runner on a mission to conquer the Triple Crown of 200-milers! We'll chat about his journey from the land of "after-work slump" to the world of epic trail adventures. Aum spills the beans on his training secrets (spoiler alert: it involves intention, not ins…

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#298 - WE ARE KAT EDWARDS, THE SKY IS NOT THE LIMIT 1:40:29

2M ago1:40:29

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This past late winter I met a truly impressive group of athletes on a trip to the rugged and beautiful, high-elevation Atacama Desert of Chile. One of these is Kat Edwards of Richmond, Va. A relative newcomer to ultrarunning at 24 years old, and having never experienced performing at altitude, Kat crushed climbing peaks of 16,000 and 18,000 feet be…

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Ep. #16 with Bryce Thatcher 1:06:23

2M ago1:06:23

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Bryce Thatcher, the president of UltrAspire, shares his journey of how he started the company and his passion for creating gear for ultra athletes. UltrAspire is known for its running vests, waist bags, and lighting systems. Bryce's love for mountain running and the need to carry essentials led him to create his own backpacks. He started the compan…

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Ep. #15 with Chad Lasater- The Cocodona Debrief 1:38:50

2M ago1:38:50

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Cocodona 250: A Not-So-Serious Debrief Strap on your virtual running shoes because we're diving headfirst into the Cocodona 250! This episode is all about our epic adventure across Arizona's stunning landscapes, complete with the highs, the lows, and maybe a few hallucinations (we're looking at you, Chad!). We'll chat about our original goals, the …

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#297 - WE ARE NATE ZAYONC, THE MAKING OF A YOUNG ARMY MAN 1:57:03

2M ago1:57:03

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This is a very special and personal episode for me. I want to introduce you to Nate Zayonc, a young man whom I am very proud of. His life was not in the most positive place a bit more than a year ago, but now he is thriving as a private in the U.S. Army. Nate was a top distance runner on the cross country and track teams at Bear Creek H.S. where I …

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Ep. #14 with Wes Plate 1:04:23

3M ago1:04:23

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Buckle Up with Simon and Brian: An Ultrarunning Conversation. This week we have the honor of talking with Wes Plate. Wes shares his journey into ultra running, starting from his unhealthy lifestyle and weight gain to rediscovering running and eventually falling in love with the idea of running ultras. He talks about his progression from 50Ks to lon…

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Ep #13 with Leanne & Nora on Crewing & Pacing 1:11:25

3M ago1:11:25

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Leanne and Nora engage in a conversation about crewing and pacing in ultra running events. They discuss their backgrounds in the sport and recent achievements. The conversation moves on to explore crewing and pacing, with the hosts questioning Leanne and Nora about the optimal crew size, potential logistical challenges, and strategies to minimize i…

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#296 - BILL AND JACK'S EXCELLENT ASIAN ADVENTURE, PART 4 - SINGAPORE AND OUR TIPS TO LAUNCH YOUR OWN ADVENTURE 1:27:21

3M ago1:27:21

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Jack Rubalcave and I are at the end of our now-four-part summation of our amazing trip to Asia this past fall. I hope you’ve gotten a lot out of hearing about our adventures and that we have helped inspire you to go explore the world yourself. As you have been hearing, we encountered so many unexpected experiences, but they were almost all positive…

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Ep. #12 with Fanny Barrette 1:18:25

3M ago1:18:25

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Cocodona 250 Pre-Race Jitters: A Conversation with Brian, Simon, and Fanny Three runners, Brian, Simon, and Fanny, gear up for the grueling Cocodona 250. This podcast episode dives into their training plans, crew logistics, and the mental game needed for this ultramarathon. Training and Tactics: They discuss their training schedule, pacer strategie…

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Ep. #11 with Coach Brian 53:58

3M ago53:58

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This week on Buckle Up with Simon and Brian: An Ultrarunning Conversation, the spotlight shifts to Coach Brian. Joined by long-time friend and guest host Leanne Evans Bauer, we delve into Coach Brian's personal journey. He opens up about his path to sobriety and the challenges he faced along the way. While this conversation may be different from ou…

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Ep. 10 with UECSA founder Rick Prince 1:11:36

4M ago1:11:36

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Rick Prince, the creator of UESCA (United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy), joins Simon and Brian to delve into the beginnings of UESCA, the selection process for course content creators, and the ideal endurance coaching candidates. The conversation also explores the potential role of AI in the realm of online coaching. Wrapping up, they address …

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#295 - WE ARE TIM KAUFMAN BREAKING FREE FROM A SELF-MADE PRISON 1:51:45

4M ago1:51:45

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Tim Kaufman fell victim to all of the classic American poor lifestyle choices. He ate primarily processed food – and large quantities of it. After surgery related to a crippling disease called Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, doctors prescribed painkillers and soon he was hooked on them. Like most addicts, he connived ways to get more of them and even more …

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Ep. #9 with Hector Rodriguez- An Ultrarunning Conversation 1:02:07

4M ago1:02:07

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In episode 9 of Buckle Up with Simon and Brian: An Ultrarunning Conversation, we have a chat with Hector Rodriguez. Hector encourages everyone to tackle life's challenges with ambition and determination, aiming to fill all their buckets. Hector discusses his journey into the sport, highlighting how his passion extends beyond ultra marathon training…

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#294 - BILL AND JACK'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE IN ASIA, PART 3 - THAILAND AND BALI 1:37:38

4M ago1:37:38

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Jack Rubalcave, my 24-year old traveling companion, with whom I’ve previously traveled to Portugal, the Azores, and Ecuador, took an amazing 3½-week long trip to Asia this fall, and we want to share with you some of our adventures and inspire you to seek your own. We carried nothing but a backpack, took 13 flights, visited seven incredibly interest…

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Ep. 8 with Active Fueling Nutrition Coaching 56:39

4M ago56:39

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In this episode of Buckle Up with Simon and Brian: An Ultrarunning Conversation, our guest is Jen Sommer-Dirks, the owner of Active Fueling Nutrition Coaching. Jen shares her journey of discovering her love for nutrition and explains how she organizes her work with athletes. She delves into the reasons behind common GI issues during ultra-marathons…

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Ep.7- Ultra Crew Hub with Mason Boswell 52:46

4M ago52:46

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Mason Boswell is our special guest on Buckle Up with Simon and Brian: An Ultrarunning Conversation. In this episode, he unveils his creative process behind the website UltraCrewHub.com. Mason discusses the inception of the site and how it fulfills a need within the Ultra community. Are you heading to a new town for an ultramarathon without any know…

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Bonus Episode Collin Morris interviews Coach 1:25:13

4M ago1:25:13

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Thanks for tuning in for this Bonus episode. Collin Morris and I recently had a sit-down discussion about the coaching process, insights on locating a coach, training ideas, using trekking poles, and everything related to the Leadville 100. We first met at the Leadville 100 in 2021, and we have stayed in touch since. Collin is aiming for another su…

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#293 - WE ARE DIARRA CROPPER BLAZING THE WAY FOR BLACK MEN RUNNING ULTRAS 1:33:24

4M ago1:33:24

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If you think you can’t accomplish a lot of change and challenge yourself to achieve new goals in a short amount of time, then you’ll benefit from listening to this chat with Diarra Cropper. I’ve gotten to know the ever-enthusiastic Diarra through the Black Men Run community. Black Men Run is a dynamic nationwide organization that is a movement that…

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#292 - WE ARE KEENAN HAGA, WHEN A FEW HUNDRED MARATHONS AREN'T ENOUGH 1:48:40

4M ago1:48:40

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Keenan Haga is who you might call a serial marathoner. In fact, he has run 311 of them so far. On every continent, including Antarctica. He has run one in every state – three times. Keenan’s goal for 2024 is to run 100 marathons, including 13 in 15 days, plus a 100-miler. You’ll undoubtedly enjoy hearing about his cool experiences running among pol…

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Episode #5 with Chad Higgins! 1:21:21

5M ago1:21:21

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In the fifth episode, we have a conversation with Chad Higgins, known for his channel @SeeChadRun, where he showcases trail views and gear reviews. Our discussion covers Chad's training philosophies as he prepares for his first 100-mile event, how he manages family and work commitments within just 24 hours, and the motivation behind his journey as …

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Episode #4 with Kevin Hadfield 1:28:32

5M ago1:28:32

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Kevin Hadfield, a highly skilled ultra runner, has an impressive list of achievements, including completing Tour Des Geants three times, Run Rabbit Run, High 5 100, Pinhoti 100, Rio Del Lago 100, Coldwater Rumble 100, Javelina 100, securing overall victories at the Grand Mesa 100 and 50-milers, and many more. Recently, Kevin finished the Cocodona 2…

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#291 - WE ARE GENE BENNETT, AN IRAQ WAR VETERAN WHO DID NOT DESERVE THE CRAPPER 1:30:42

5M ago1:30:42

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Helping and honoring our military veterans was deeply meaningful to David, and he helped support them with his American Heroes Run. As you may know, I now direct the event to continue his important legacy. Proceeds support Warriors’ Ascent, an organization that provides holistic programs to veterans and first responders experiencing post-traumatic …

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Episode #3 with Melissa Perez 1:21:08

5M ago1:21:08

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Welcome to episode three of the Buckle Up Podcast, An Ultrarunning Conversation. In this episode, our guest is Melissa Perez. Melissa Perez, a dedicated ultramarathoner hailing from central California, has been participating in ultramarathons since 2019. She has achieved notable finishes at events such as Sean O’Brien 50m, Leonna Divide 100k, Born …

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#290 - WE ARE JOE CORCIONE HELPING EVERY RUNNER HIT THEIR GOALS IN THE EVERYDAY ULTRA PODCAST 1:44:01

5M ago1:44:01

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In a little bit of a twist, I’m chatting today with another podcaster, Joe Corcione, from the Everyday Ultra Podcast. Joe is a fellow New Yorker who also cheers for, and often suffers with, my same New York teams the Giants, Yankees, Rangers, and Knicks. The Everyday Ultra Podcast is laser-focused on the ultrarunning world with one of the best line…

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Episode 2 with Mark Bauer 1:14:05

5M ago1:14:05

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Welcome back to the second episode of BUCKLE UP: An Ultrarunning Conversation. This week, Simon and I chatted with our friend Mark Bauer. Mark has been an Ultra enthusiast and participant for more than 15 years, completing notable races like Leadville Bike and Run 100's, Tushers 100k, SilverRush 50, and Grand Mesa 50 where he achieved 5th place ove…

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#289 - WE ARE MARSHALL ULRICH, MORE EPIC ADVENTURES FOR THIS EPIC ADVENTURER 1:33:24

5M ago1:33:24

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If you’ve ever run an ultramarathon, you almost certainly know the name of Marshall Ulrich. His accomplishments are unparalleled, and if I tried to list them, I’d undoubtedly leave out many. I could naturally mention his 29 official Badwater finishes in Death Valley, a race most of us would not want to tackle even once. Or that he dwarfed those fin…

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#288 - WE ARE DAN HERMAN GIVING YOU THE PLAN WHEN YOUR RESOLUTION HAS BLOWN UP 1:16:20

6M ago1:16:20

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We are into the dog days of winter, and for a lot of folks the days are gray and cold and New Year’s resolutions are starting to fade into oblivion. That’s why I thought it would be great to bring back Dan Herman, whose upbeat approach to health, fitness, and setting goals would be a refreshing antidote to the winter blahs. Dan owns Dan Herman Perf…

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Intro Take 1 1:04:45

6M ago1:04:45

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Simon and I kick things off with how we connected in 2021 at Leadville, our 2024 event calendars, UTMB and how we can fix it, Olympic marathon trials, and our hopes for this new platform. Enjoy!

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#287 - BILL AND JACK'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE IN ASIA, PART 2 1:44:43

6M ago1:44:43

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For 24 days beginning in mid-October, Jack Rubalcave and Bill (and Nigel Leonis for part of the trip), had an amazing time traveling through 7 countries in Asia. In part 1 of this trilogy, we described the incredible energy and culture shock we experienced in Japan, and the interesting Communist world of Vietnam. In this episode, we share with you …

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#286 - BILL AND JACK'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE IN ASIA, PART 1 1:49:53

7M ago1:49:53

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For 24 days beginning in mid-October, Jack Rubalcave and Bill (and Nigel Leonis for part of the trip), traveled through 7 countries in Asia. It was truly an amazing trip and we crammed an incredible amount of activities and saw so many sights in such a short span of time in each place. We each brought only a backpack. We took 13 flights in the 24 d…

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#285 - A NEW YEAR'S POWER PLAY - HOW TO RESET FROM A BAD YEAR 21:10

7M ago21:10

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It's that time of year for resolutions and goal-setting. But how do you do this after last year was derailed and you're still struggling to take the first steps to even set goals for the new year? Using my own current experience battling back from August bunion surgery that still hasn't yielded good results, I discuss strategies to set your sights …

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#284 - WHICH RUNNERS NEED A COACH AND WHAT ONE CAN DO FOR YOU WITH MIKI McCONAHA 1:06:39

7M ago1:06:39

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It’s the New Year, and we all know what that means. Perhaps you are already on your way to working toward your 2024 goals. Others might be planning to start on Jan. 1. Or maybe later when the snow begins to melt. Some will go it alone, so to speak. But for a great many, coaching will improve the chances you can have success. After all, I have yet t…

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#283 - SOBER F*CKING CHRISTMAS 2023 WITH GARY STOTLER 1:17:07

7M ago1:17:07

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Our annual tradition is back! We began this with David Clark and have continued it since. Gary, a former obese alcoholic who became an ultramarathoner and all-around extremely insightful human, and I share a chat which goes in any and all directions. Always one of our most downloaded episodes, you're sure to gain some gold nuggets when listening to…

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#282 - WE ARE CHARLIE LAWRENCE, BOLDLY TARGETING THE 50-MILE WORLD RECORD AND NAILING IT 1:45:57

8M ago1:45:57

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This year we have highlighted several runners who have logged incredible achievements in longer distance events at a young age. Remember Lauryn Wojcik, who had never raced longer than 6K and yet crushed the Leadville Trail 100? This next performance caught my eye, and the guy is right in my backyard. Boulder-based Charlie Lawrence last month broke …

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