Colorado-based Colleen Miracle shares discusses her recently published article on some of the unforeseen costs associated with the sport of ultrarunning with Coach Eve and co-host Chris. They talk through some ways to lessen that financial burden and increase access to the sport.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Co-Host Chris and Coach Eve revisit not finishing and not starting races, mull over when they'll race again, and talk candidly about the struggle with a new type of balance as their relationships with running evolve.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Royal Order of the Desert Ratz joins us to share how an idea sparked a movement that brought the running community together through gnarly trails and badass humans pushing limits and making memories.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Local runner and community learder Sean McManus talks to Coach Eve about the roles he and Sole Sports play in continuing to grow and advance Phoenix as premier racing destination for all kinds of runners! Sean also discusses struggles with balance in his own relationship with running.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Polito takes a trip down south to sit down with Tucson runners Kylie Aldaz and Matt Halverson to talk about the small town feel of the Tucson running community!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Co-host Chris and Coach Eve talk how to handle heading to start line underprepared, whether due to weather extremes, undertraining, or other common training setbacks. They share their own stories, including how Eve's prep for this year's very cold Black Canyon 100k.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Canadian Gregii Veregin has been a huge presence in the Phoenix race community as a volunteer since 2022, as well as in other parts of the US and Canada. He and Coach Eve talk about the culture of volunteering, perks, and drawbacks across North America and endurance sports.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Returning Bootlegger Mags, and local runner Nolan Sheahan share their story of helping to balance each other out with hiking, running, adventuring, and life. Nolan shares his running journey and Mags talks all about year 5 of AZ Bootleg 100!!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Phoenix trail runners Megan Kupres and Ross Kieweit share the exciting story of pacing elite runner Ragna Dubats during the 2023 Javelina Jundred to a secure Golden Ticket at the 2023 Javelina Jundred!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Your podcast cohosts are back together to close out the year with some solid holiday training advice, and plenty of laughs, innuendos and random tangents. Enjoy the fun and have a happy holidays!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Co-host Jeremy and Coach Eve take on the inaguaral Dirt Circus in Phoenix. This UltraSignup event includes a race series and the chance to visit with run industry leaders and vendors. Phoenix runners shared their thoughts on the Arizona trail and road running scene in this special live recording!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Co-hosts Chris, Coach Eve, and local crew captain extraodinaire Sara Smith talk through all things crewing and pacing: helpful tips, organizational tricks, and lessons learned the hard way. You're going to want to take notes!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Jeremy Ogle talks about being a para-athlete, the role running plays in his life and navigating high mileage training as he prepared for first 100 mile attempt at Leadville.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Coach Eve and co-host Jeremy taste and rank ALL of the Spring Enegry gels and hydration mixes, as well as discussing the various nutritional breakdowns and potential uses.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

From low testosterone to estrogen imbalances, Coach Eve and co-host Jeremy talk about a sensitive but important topic for endurance athletes. How hormone imbalances can impact training and performance, what to look for, and how to advocate for yourself to get treatment!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Local runner and mom Angelica Bermudez joins co-host Chris to talk about her running journey and her amazing opportunity with a major clothing company. Helly breaks down all of the exciting things happening in her world while maintaining a life as a full time mom.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Co-host Jeremy and Coach Eve talk all things night running, on the road and on trails! They discuss different light options, tips for navigating with reduced visibility, nutrition, and how racing strategies may change at night.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Swapping run stories with former President of the Phoenix LGBTQIA+ running group, Phoenix Frontrunners. Chris Fain shares how he made the leap from road running to ultras on trail, all while juggling training with leading local community run events.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Gearing up for an incredible elite showdown at the Black Canyon Ultra 100k! Whether you're a first time runner at this event, or looking to take the podium, we've got your training tips, race day advice and course breakdown from local athletes who have ran it, as well as an Arizona coach who has ran and trained athletes to compete in the Black Cany…

Guest TJ Gardner discusses the role running has played as a mental health tool in various points of his journey. Your co-hosts chime in with their own stories and they further discuss the ways running can aid mental health.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Adventure-guide Kirstie Millikin shares some of her favorite stories from guiding women only, multi-day hiking treks across the US and internationally. She also shares how her journey as a guide led her to attempt her first ultra!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Las Vegas-based ultra runner, Stephen Massey (@vegasultrarunner), talks with hosts Eve and Chris about the trail running in Las Vegas. They compare the Mojave and Sonoran deserts and chat about the close knit local trail community and area trail races.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Peeps sent us Jeremy and Eve's favorite easter candy--All the Peeps! We host a fun group run and Peeps Mile (think beer mile but with Peeps) and taste-test every flavor. Plus, we discuss fun facts about Peeps, Mike and Ikes, and how they could play a role into a runner's fueling options!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Epic stories told by State48Runners, Trevor Wolfe and Keith Munch. Join these amazing humans as they battle personal goals and give back to the community that helped them when they needed it the most.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Our 100th episode! From bathroom accidents to wardrobe malfunctions on the run - even a live demonstration on how to pee while running - your cohosts play never have I ever for this special occasion. Play along with us and enjoy the fun and embarrassing stories!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Nathan Karsgaard, creative force behind @folkandwild designs, shares his running journey, compares Canadian and American trails and running communities, and shares the inspo behind his custom mountain artwork with Jeremy and Eve.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

From high school cross country to joining the Aravaipa Racing Team, elite Arizona runner Megan Kupres (@mkupres22) sits down with Coach Eve to share her running story, the challenges she overcame along the way, and her future plans!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Overall Winner of the Across the Years 6-Hour Race, Allyssa Jones, talks all things fixed-timed races and looped courses! From the mental challenge of running 1 mile loops for hours on end, to training and nutrition, Coach Eve, Allyssa, and Jeremy discuss it all.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Coach Eve and Jeremy chat about weight fluctuations when running longer distance. Spoiler alert: Weight fluctuations are normal! Coach Eve shares the advice she gives her runners often and Eve and Jeremy talk pop-tarts, pancakes and more.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Is a 100-miler on your bucket list or your new year goals? Arizona athlete, Brittany Edmiston (@letters_from_earth), shares her first 100-mile experience at Javelina Jundred with Coach Eve (@palindrome_rnr_). From finding time to train to overcoming mental lows, Brittany and Eve share how she prepared for running the heavy mileage. Her story will h…

Long Run Coffee—a coffee designed for running performance by a runner! From the benefits of having electrolytes in your coffee, to how they get them in there, the Long Run Coffee owner/founder shares his story. Plus, you can pick up a special We Run The Desert collection of Long Run Coffee at https://www.longruncoffee.com/product-page/we-run-the-de…

Your three favorite cohosts are back together to laugh and talk about common running and training mistakes! Coach Eve shares advice for new runners to experienced athletes on how to identify common mistakes while training and how you can change your training to get back on track for a successful race!…

In this special episode featuring one of the most popular ultra endurance runs in Arizona, we take you around Javelina Jeadquarters to interview the race director, social media manager, 100k/100mile crew, and more! If you ever wanted to learn a little more about this incredible event, this episode will help you tap into the amazing Halloween energy…

Runner Brynna Valor joins us to talk about her amazing Breast Cancer Survival journey!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Race Directors Molly Kassouf and Ethan Wayne join us to discuss the John Wayne Grit Series trail races. These races are held on iconic John Wayne movie locations and Western landscapes. The series benefits the John Wayne Cancer Foundation and its research and outreach programs.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

From busy mom life to being married to a sub-elite athlete, ultra runner Missy Jackson joins us to talk about prioritizing yourself and your run. Eve, Jeremy, and Missy discuss advice on everything from scheduling around training to finding your own connection to running.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

It’s a true run party in the desert! From training for the 100k or 100-miler and course highlights, to weather and hydration advice, we give a full breakdown of the Javelina Jundred endurance race. Hear from your three local AZ runners and co-hosts, who’ve made participating in the JJ100 weekend an annual tradition!…

Ultra athlete Kevin Goldberg shares how he got into running longer distances, his experience running and training for Cocodona 250 and Weatern States 100 within weeks of each other, his advice for those wanting to run these races, as well as tips for runners hoping to toe the start line at other large ultra running challenges.…

Arizona ultra runner, Ryan Ingham, shares his experience with endurance adventure runs, including his most recent epic adventure with the California Survival School. Ryan spent 4 days in the wilderness, running and living off the land with survival experts. He shares everything from what they ate to how they slept and so much more!…

Four Hours, multiple loops, and sandbags! You choose how you want to earn points. The Arizona Onyx on October 15, 2022 is an all new, competitive trail running event. Owner of Doubleblack Events, Zach Jarvis, joins us to share all about this race, how it works, what prizes are up for grabs, and more! Use code "SANDBAGTODAY" to save 20% now and regi…

Aravaipa Racing Team member and owner of Arizona's own Trailgangstaz, Ruairi Moynihan, joins us in Flagstaff to share his racing story. Plus we chat about everything from Beer Miles to The Olympic Trials!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Elite ultra runner and top female athlete, Tessa Chesser joins us from Flagstaff to share her running story. Tessa shares how she went from causally running to being a Western States Golden Ticket Winner and how she addresses and overcomes the challenges female athletes face.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

A 250-mile ultra event across Arizona! We had the pleasure of tapping into a team that has taken turns both running and crewing Cocodona 250 the last two years. Sketch Ditty, Ryan Birkmeyer, and John Banister share their experience in everything from training for this event and sleep deprivation during long miles on the trails, to fueling, crewing …

Two pricks and a chick? Things go off the rails in this latest episode! Coach Eve joins us to share some exciting news for our running podcast! Big things ahead so don't miss this episode. Plus, check out our new patreon: www.patreon.com/werunthedesertBy Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

We join runners at a Rising Mountains Coaching group run to play: Will It Fuel! We put everything from peeps and cadbury eggs to other snacks to the running test and the results may surprise you. Coach Eve joins us to also share what to look for when selecting the right running fuel for you.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Arizona ultra runner, Tj Gardner, otherwise known as the Man With the Golden Hat, shares his Zane Grey 100k race recap, and the incredible story of why he's running hundreds of miles for a family member.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

May is mental health month and we want to share with people (and runners) that mental health matters! Ultra runner and founder of non-profit, Bigger Than The Trail, shares how his organization uses trail running as a platform to advocate for mental health. Plus, how you can paritcipate from in anywhere in the Bigger Than the Trail Block Party. All …

Valley mom and ultra runner, Liz Trokey, is one of the most positive athletes you'll ever meet! Liz shares her running story, how she discoverd she had scoliosis, and why it's not stopping her from tackling her goals.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

Important hydration tips for runners that you didn't know you needed! Coach Eve from Rising Mountains Coaching shares advice on dialing in your running hydration. Plus, how summer temps impact your training and how to prepare for running in the heat!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

She ran a marathon while 6 months pregnant and created the youth run program, We Run Mesa. Arizona mom and athlete, Nycole Leyba (The Runner Mama), shares her incredible running story. Hear her message to pregnant runners and what inspired her to spark change in her community.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve