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She Runs Ultras is about (yup, you guessed it) running ultras. Lots of other running podcasts out there are full of gear & race reviews and interviews with the experts telling unrelatable stories about their record breaking times and super human feats. Now…don’t get me wrong, I’ve learned some great stuff from those podcasts...But what about those of us that aren’t getting paid to do this?Those of us that are mid to back of the pack runners?And those of us that have never won a damn thing? W ...
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I recently visited a family member in the hospital and it brought up a bunch of stuff for me around why running and self care are so important...and I want to share those thoughts with you here! I also want you to ask yourself a very important question when you're planning your 2025 training. 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FO…
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In this episode, we’re diving into the best strategies to plan your 2025 training and racing season before the holiday rush. I’ll guide you through a step-by-step process to map out races, set key dates, and organize your year in a simple spreadsheet. Whether you’re still undecided about which races to tackle or you’re ready to commit to an A-race,…
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I just got back from a 2.5 week cross country road trip to Moab. One of the reasons that we went was so that I could volunteer at the Moab 240. I've got lots of experiences to share with you, plus some tips & tricks for anyone that would like to volunteer at a race like this! 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE …
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Sometimes it's a slippery slope from 50k to 100 miles. That is definitely true of my guest today, S'te Elmore. If that name sounds familiar to you, that's because she was just on the podcast (episode 235.) I would highly recommend that if you haven't listened to that yet, that you go back and do it before you hit play on this episode. (There's lots…
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Raise your hand if you have an injury that just won't go away. In this episode, I'm sharing my past and current injury status and some of the strategies that I've used to overcome the physical, mental, and emotional components of getting injured and rehabbing your way back. 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO…
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If you're on the fence about doing a 50k, this episode is for you! Listen in as I chat with my client Chelsea about her recent 50k finish at the Marquette 50k. She went from being someone who had to work really hard to be "sporty" to finishing her first 50k on one of the toughest, most challenging courses in the US. 👉🏻Click here to follow Bromley B…
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Have you ever wondered what it's like to run across an entire country? Well Diana Hall is back to tell us about her 10 day adventure running 209 miles across Iceland. Make sure you listen to Episode 219 BEFORE this so that you have all the background information. Enjoy! 👉🏻Click here to follow Diana on Instagram & see pictures from her adventure 📝 I…
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Have you ever had an ultra freak out? You looked at your training and thought: "There's no way..." I got an email from a listener a while back who was concerned about her ability to complete a 50k when (at the time she emailed me) couldn't run more than 5 miles at a time. Here's what I told her: 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS…
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Last weekend I did a trail Ragnar event with a few friends of the podcast. We entered as a 4 person ultra team (obviously) and this episode is a recap of the shenanigans that ensued! Hope you enjoy! 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 …
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If there's one thing that I've noticed about successful ultra runners, it's their ability to fight. Fight through physical discomfort, fight through the ups & downs of training, and fight through fear and self doubt. In today's episode, I'm going to share some thoughts, experiences, & observations that will help you develop this "must have" skill o…
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I can't believe that I'm about to say this, but I think I've hit perimenopause! 😮 So I thought it would be helpful for me to share my experience with you guys in the hopes it might help you navigate the process in some way. Here are some of the resources that I mentioned in the episode: Dr. Stacy Sims on Instagram Her books are: ROAR & Next Level D…
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I have been trying to get this lady on the podcast f-o-r-e-v-e-r! Thankfully, she finally agreed and I know you guys are really going to enjoy this conversation. I've been working with S'te for a year now and she's an amazing human. She has served in the navy, raised 9 kids (and countless foster kiddos), and survived not one but 2 SCAD heart attack…
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Listen as I share two separate stories (from my clients) about their race experiences and some unsafe conditions. My objective isn't to scare you, but rather, to help you be more prepared and to be more empowered to adovcate for yourself if you feel things aren't being handled safely. 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CL…
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In this episode I'm chatting with newly minted ultra runner: Jodi Horon. Jodi is a member of the She Runs Ultras crew and we've been working together for a few months now. Although she's been a runner nearly all her life, only recently did Jodi consider doing an ultra...and when she puts her mind to something it's definitely getting done! Just a he…
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An easy way to boost your confidence about finishing your first 50k is to do back-to-back long runs in your training. In this episode, I'm sharing a few tried & tested strategies to help you integrate b2b runs in your ultra training plan. 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ G…
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It's not uncommon to feel a little frazzled in the weeks leading up to your first 50k, so in this episode I'm giving you my #1 tip to help you show up focused and prepared for your race! 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE…
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The temperatures here in the Northeast have been consistently in the 80's & 90's for about a month now, which isn't normal for us. So, I've really had to "up" my game when it comes to running in the heat. In this episode I'm sharing 6 simple strategies that will help you stay cool and avoid heat exhaustion (or worse, heat stroke!) Plus, we're also …
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Are you burning time and wasting energy with a crappy run stride? Are you tripping all the time? Do you come home spent and sore from your runs? If you answered YES to these, perhaps it's time to take a look at your stride. That's what we're going to dive into today. In this episode we're discussing 5 components of your stride and what they should …
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This week I wanted to bring you another My First 50k episode featuring my client, Jodi. But we had a lot of technical difficulties and ultimately had to push that recording to later in the week. This got me thinking about how we handle challenges (in life or in training) and how we often use the excuse: "I don't know how" or "I've never done that b…
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Taking care of your feet is an important part of being a successful ultra runner. In this episode I'm giving you my best tips for how to proactively take care of your feet to help you avoid the dreaded blister! 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNER…
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I made a list of the core values that I want to express through this podcast, my coaching business, and in my life. I wanted to share them here with you in the hopes that it might spark you to do the same if you were feeling lost or uninspired when it comes to your training. Hope you enjoy! 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM…
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If you've ever compared yourself to someone else in a way that left you feeling like a failure, this episode is for you! Comparison can be done in a way that builds you up rather than always breaking you down. Today's episode was inspired by conversation I had with a client who was having "one of those days" where nothing was going in her favor. A …
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Jordana Edelstein is back! And in this episode we're talking all things body image, perimenopause, longevity, and quality of life. If you're entering that "phase of life" then you're definitely going to enjoy this episode because we talk about specific strategies that you can use when it comes to: what to eat, what to wear, and how to think about y…
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Feel like your training is all over the place? You lack direction and you can't get any traction or make any progress? THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! In this episode I'm giving you 5 tips that will help you streamline your training so that you will be more consistent and get better results! 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK …
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In this episode I'm chatting with newly minted ultra runner, Robie Sullivan. Robie is a member of my private coaching group and the journey to her finishing her recent race is filled with lots of ups & downs. 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS …
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If you're feeling scared, nervous, worried about your upcoming race - do this with me! In this episode I'm going to take you through a short visualization exercise that you can do to help you manage your mind so that you can show up and race confidently! Make sure you some place where you can be comfortable and undisturbed for about the next 20 min…
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One of the hardest lessons that I've had to learn in ultra training is how to make choices. Now this might sound silly, but learning how to make choices that help you continually grow and level up is more challenging that you think! In this episode I'm sharing some thoughts & experiences that will help you assess your own decisions & choices so tha…
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In this episode I'm chatting with my client, Diana Hall, about her upcoming big, scary goal: a 10 day stage race across Iceland! I thought it would be fun to do a before & after podcast series with her to document the experience. Listen in as we chat about everything from how she got into running to her thoughts about what it might be like if she d…
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Susannah suggested that I do an episode on CREWING - so here it is! In this episode we talk about: what a crew is, when to use them, what they are responsible for, who should be on your crew (and who shouldn't) and 5 tips that will help your crew be as successful as possible! 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE …
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In this episode, I share a quote from Dr. Joe Dispenza that will help you shift how you think about things if you're struggling with your training. 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY 📸 FOL…
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I think that we can all agree that the fear we experience at the beginning (or during the early stages of training) is REAL! After the initial high & excitement of signing up, most runners have some fear about how the hell they're going to accomplish their goal. In this episode I'm going to share how I deal with the fear. 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR…
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In this episode I'm chatting with Dr. Matthew Allen of Elevate Chiropractic in Keene, NH. We talk about a bunch of stuff including: the role of chiropractic in run training, how to choose a practitioner, injury / rehab, and his thoughts on pain. You can get more information about Dr. Matthew here. Follow him on Instagram here. 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN…
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It would be this: DON'T QUIT. Quitting will slow you down. It'll chip away at your confidence and it will have you caught in a never ending cycle. There's going to be lots of ups and downs on the path towards crossing the finish line of your race. Some days you'll feel like you're on top of the world, you're firing on all cylinders, and like you're…
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In this episode I'm chatting with my long time friend, Kat Wood. She's a yoga teacher, massage therapist, business owner, and ultra runner! All around badass! We got to geek out over a bunch of our favorite topics: yoga, breathing, movement, strength training, stretching, injury rehab, massage, running (obviously) and so much more. No doubt Kat wil…
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Listen in as I chat with newly minted ultra runner: Kym Mercier. She's a total badass and not only does she run ultras, but she also competes in mounted shooting events. I mean come on - how cool is that!? Kym is an amazing example of what's possible when you commit to you goals and show up everyday to put in the work. There are a lot of lessons yo…
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In this episode I'm answering YOUR questions! Do you get the bulk of your mileage from your back to back long runs? How often do you incorporate walks and how long are they? Do you have any recommendations for poles I can use during my race? HELP! I find food repulsive after 3 hours of running - what can I do?! If you've got a question you'd like m…
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It's been 7 days since I injured my left ankle. In this episode I'm going to share some of the behind the scenes stuff including all emotion/mindset work I've been doing to keep myself in a "good place". This is a two part episode - I recorded the first half in the morning and the second half in the afternoon AFTER my appointment with the orthopedi…
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I seriously can't make this sh*t up. Here's a quick recap of the last 2 weeks and what the next few weeks (or months) is going to look like. HINT: it's not what you think! 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS ME…
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I'm 90 days out from my first race and on Monday, I came down with the flu. 0/10. Definitely don't recommend it. But it did give me some time to reflect on best practices when it comes to getting sick, recovering, and getting back to training. 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP…
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I'm betting you've said this to yourself at least once or twice. We all have a preconceived notion of what it means to be a "real" runner (or ultra runner). For some of us it's based on how fast we run, or the number of times we run a week, or how far we run....and the list goes on. We build these concepts up in our head based on our experiences, t…
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I can't remember where I heard or read this quote (or who to attribute it to) but I think it should be the battle cry for ultra runners in training everywhere! "You can't be mediocre 364 days a year and expect to perform flawlessly on the big day." What do you think? 🤔 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN…
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I feel like ultra running has gotten a bad rap for being an expensive sport...and yes - on some level it is expensive...I don't think it necessarily has to be that way. In this episode, I'm sharing the 5 things you should invest your money on as a new ultra runner in order to get the most bang for your buck. Here are the YouTube videos I mentioned …
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Ever wondered what types of run workouts you should be doing? I've got you covered. Today we're talking about 4 different workouts you need in order to run farther and faster. Pull out your notebook - training plan class is in session! 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET …
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Have you ever wondered how to get from the half or full marathon distance to running your first 50k? Well, in this episode I'm going to give you a 6 week plan that will help you make that transition seamlessly. 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNER…
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How many steps are you logging a day? Are you training for your first ultra this year? Then this episode is for you! Here's an easy way that you can boost your ultra success just by upping your step count...and I'll tell you why it works! Click here to watch my "cringe" YouTube video from 2019 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS F…
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In this episode, I'm explaining more in depth about the She Runs Ultras Membership and The Run Your First 50k program. 🎧 Listen as I give you details about what's included and how you can snag a spot on January 1st 2024. 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FO…
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Merry Christmas 🎄 Y'all! I thought it might be fun to do a themed episode all about the lessons that ultra running has taught me...et voila! I hope that you enjoy it and I hope that you're having a wonderful day with friends, or family, or by yourself if that's your jam! 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JO…
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In this episode, you're going to get to listen in on a private 1:1 coaching session I did a few weeks ago. Hannah (who's a member of the Run Your First 50k Facebook group) requested some help with training for her first 50k in 2024, specifically she wanted to talk about heart rate training...but as you'll hear we uncovered some other really importa…
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Jordana Edelstein is a behavior, nutrition, and body image coach that's on a mission to help you learn to trust yourself around food, lose fat, and feel more at home in your body. In this episode, we talk about the what, why, and how of food. Click here to get the worksheet we discussed in the show. Click here to learn more about nutrition, behavio…
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The way that I've been able to go from 50k to 200 miles is by using THIS CONCEPT. Give it a listen and let me know if it resonates with you! 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ⭐️ GET THE MOBILITY FOR BEGINNERS PROGRAM 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY 📸 FOLLOW ME …
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