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…

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.

Coaches Ian Sharman, Scott Jones, Lindsay LaForce, and Addie Bracy get together to talk about the upcoming Season 15 for Becoming Ultra. Season 15 will be held at the Grindstone Trail Running Festival in Virginia in September. If you are ready to run your first ultra, consider applying for the newest offering from Becoming Ultra. You won't be disap…

This week we discuss why DnD only needs two classes ... maybe three. Tickets for Big Geek Con 2024 on sale now: https://tabletop.events/conventions/big-geek-con-2024 Shameless Plug Time: If you would like to support our show, please like, subscribe, and share us where you are listening or viewing the show. We are on all the socials, video and podca…

Amanda is cruising through some long efforts on the trails and getting more comfortable in her new running surroundings. Addie brings some wisdom to call about race as a celebration of the training and accessing your best at any moment. It's been a great ramp up to Amanda's first ultra. Hope you enjoy! Season 15 is taking applications now!…

Brittany is only a few weeks away from running her first ultra and she had some specific course questions for her coach Ian Sharman. How do I deal with stream crossings. Do I take off my shoes? Change socks right after? How can I prep for the heat in the desert since the training has been in cooler weather? Great questions for the ramp up to her fi…

Scott Hagerty is a fellow BU teammate, grandfather, and ultra runner. We had a blast talking to Scott about all things trail running. Scott has an incredible knack for finding the coolest races. We get a fun recap of the Outlaw 100 and talk about the upcoming Earth Day Buckle Mania race. Scott discusses how he makes his love of running a family aff…

We have found an amazing race partner for the next season of Becoming Ultra. We are headed back east for epic trails and memories in the mountains of Virginia. On the show today we have the founder and RD of the Grindstone Trail Running Festival by UTMB, Clark Zealand. As a collegiate runner, Clark started his ultra running journey in the late 90's…

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Mari has a few questions and concersn abou thte race in Sedona as she nears the end of the training cycle. We set up expectations for the last training weeks for her first ultra! Enjoy.