In this episode, Hunter Leininger shares how he is preparing for the Triple Crown of 200s, how he is able to find the joy in suffering, and his biggest tips to mentally get through any endurance challenge.

Hunter's athletic career began at the young age of 7, inspired by his father, Jeff Leininger, an adventure racer himself. Determined to follow in his father's footsteps, Hunter completed his first 6-hour adventure race, marking the beginning of a series of groundbreaking achievements.

By age 11, Hunter became the youngest finisher of the 24-Hour Adventure Racing National Championship, a record previously held by a 23-year-old. He continued to push boundaries, setting world records as the youngest finisher in several grueling events, including a 3-day expedition race at age 12, a 4-day Adventure Racing World Series race at 14, and the 7-day Adventure Racing World Championship at 16. At 18, he was the youngest competitor in Amazon's World's Toughest Race: Eco-Challenge Fiji, completing the 11-day race alongside his father.

His recent accomplishments include setting the Fastest Known Time (FKT) for running 200 miles across Florida, completing the distance in 55 hours, 59 minutes, and 45 seconds, surpassing the previous record held by David Goggins by over 14 hours. Additionally, he became the fastest person to run the length of Florida, covering 1,110 miles on the Florida Trail in 21 days and 11 hours. And most recently, setting a record for traversing Iceland self-supported!

Hunter's story is a testament to the power of determination, the significance of a supportive environment, and the relentless pursuit of one's passions. His achievements continue to inspire a new generation to chase their dreams, regardless of age.

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Training for an ultra requires more than just logging miles and completing workouts; it also requires recovering well, so you can perform your best. It requires you to pivot the plan when things arise in life to make sure you’re still reaching your goals. And it requires you to be intentional in the way you approach your training and races.

That’s what Jen Higgins did when she set out to run her first 50 Miler and 100K this past year. And all of these things allowed her to be the first place finisher at both of those races!

Jen Higgins is a mother, a mental health professional, and ultrarunner who has completed the 100K, 50 miler, and 50K distances

In this episode, Jen shares how she was able to optimize her training and recovery to perform well in her first 50+ mile races, how she pivoted her training when life got crazy, and how she approached her races to get the best results she could get.

Huge thank you to Jen for coming on the show!

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When it comes to training for a 100 miler, it pays to be consistent and to follow principles that will help you to train in the best way.

And when it comes to someone who has done that well, Erika Auckerman comes to mind.

Erika is a mother of two young children and wife who set out to complete her first 100 mile race: The Rim to River 100M.

And even though it was a big goal, she trained for it well, never missed a workout, and improved on many areas that allowed her to have an amazing race out there.

In this episode, Erika shares her biggest keys to success in her 100 mile training, how she was able to stay so consistent, and how she was able to run a race she was super proud of.

Huge thank you to Erika for coming on the show!

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Jeff Browning is one of the greatest ultrarunners of our generation. Winning over two dozen 100-mile races, being on the podium of some of the hardest ultras, and most recently, securing an FKT on the Colorado Trail, Jeff has immense experience in the sport of ultrarunning.

Some of the biggest keys to his success comes from his mindset and how he mentally approaches ultras. And his approach isn’t woo-woo; it’s backed by neuroscience and psychology, which speaks to why Jeff is able to keep performing at a high level throughout his career.

On top of that, logistics play a huge role in ultrarunning. When it comes to pacers, crew, and time at aid stations, optimizing those things also can be a difference between a longer finish time and a PR. And Jeff has fine-tuned his logistical strategy to be top-notch over the years.

In this episode, Jeff shares practical tips on how to deploy proven and powerful mental strategies in an ultra, how to rewire your brain to not DNF in an ultra (even if you have before), and how to save tons of time in your ultras by mastering the logistics.

Huge thank you to Jeff for coming on the show!

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It IS possible to train for (and complete) a 100 mile race, even if you have an incredibly busy schedule in your life.

And our guest today, Eric Socia, proves that is possible, as he recently completed the Run Rabbit Run 100 miler as his first 100, even while balancing a full-time job, raising kids, and being an amazing husband.

In this episode, Eric shares how he was able to balance all of the priorities in his life while also making time to train, how he was able to pivot his schedule when needed (without losing fitness), and how he executed his first 100 mile race to get the finish.

Huge thank you to Eric for coming on the show!

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Is it possible to run an ultramarathon with no prior background as a runner? Absolutely.

And our guest today proves that - as she went from no running or endurance background and 100+ pounds obese to finishing multiple 50Ks in the top 10, completing the Leadville 100M Mountain Bike Race, and finishing her first 50 miler recently!

You’ll hear from Christie Brinker on how she was able to transform her life through running, and what were the biggest keys to her success to go from non-runner to runner, while continuing to stay on the path consistently throughout her life.

We chat about the most important mindset to have when training for an ultra, what key training strategies that are needed to make massive progress, misconceptions about training that people should avoid, and how to put together a plan that gets you ready for an ultramarathon.

Christie is also a coach here at Everyday Ultra and is a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning coach who is committed to helping athletes crush their ultramarathon goals.

Huge thank you to Christie for coming on the show!

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What does it take to have an amazing race in a type of terrain that is a different style from what you’re normally used to? 

For Jeff Mogavero, an accomplished mountain ultrarunner for On Running, he looked to answer that question by racing in the Javelina Jundred 100 miler, just months after completing UTMB.

And even though the flatter course was relatively unique territory for Jeff based on his past races, he was able to finish second place and win a Golden Ticket to Western States 100!

How did he do it? In this episode he shares his training, race strategy, hydration strategy, and mindset that all led to his special day in the desert.

We cover things such as:

• How to go from mountain training to flat training

• Optimizing mindset both in training and in the race

• How to nail hydration (even if it has been a struggle point in the past)

• How to execute a plan in a race, even when the conditions are tough

• How to enjoy the process amidst hard training

Huge thank you to Jeff for coming on the show!

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In one of the most impressive endurance accomplishments of the year, Tara Dower set the overall Fastest Known Time on the 2,000+ mile Appalachian Trail earlier this year in 40 days , 18 hours, and 6 minutes.

It was an attempt that required mental toughness, extensive planning and curiosity, teamwork, and incredible endurance. And in this episode, Tara breaks down her biggest pillars of success as to how she was able to make this accomplishment a reality.

So, if you’re going for an FKT attempt or your next big goal, this is the episode for you!

In this episode, Tara shares how she was able to keep pushing through on the trail (despite all of the obstacles she faced, physically and mentally), how to optimize your crew to dial in a supported FKT attempt, and how to go into strategizing a huge endurance effort.

Huge thank you to Tara for coming on the show!

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Tara's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taratreks

When it comes to racing ultramarathons, there will inevitably be mental lows throughout the race. Especially over the course of 200 miles.

And for Max Joliffe, when he raced his first 200 miler at the Moab 240, he faced that same challenge. But Max overcame the struggle, and ended up making an epic comeback to solidify a first place and course record finish.

That’s not the only comeback Max has made in his life. He also overcame addiction and struggles in life to become sober and turn his life on a positive path.

And in this episode, Max shares how anyone can overcome any struggle in their life. Whether its in a 200 mile race, or in everyday life.

This is a special episode that will teach you how to solve problems, accomplish your biggest ultra goals, and write the comeback story that will boost your life.

Huge thank you to Max for coming on the show!

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Want to be coached for your next ultramarathon by our team and get 30% off your first month? Send an email to ⁠[email protected]⁠ to inquire

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Sometimes, we have a belief of what our limits are in running. But can we go further? And what does it take to really take it to the next level?

Today, we’re joined by  Jonathan Levitt, a prominent figure in the running community and host of The For the Long Run podcast. And in this episode, he shares how he was able to have massive breakthroughs in his running career. 

Jon shares the importance of understanding the 'why' behind running, the role of community, and how personal contributions can enhance the running experience. 

And he also shares insights on training, the significance of consistent progress, and the breakthroughs he experienced during his ultra running journey. They also explore how lessons from running can be applied to life, the challenges of stagnation, and the power of appreciation in relationships.

This is a must-listen episode, with one of the best dudes I know in the running community. 

Huge thank you to Jonathan for coming on the show!

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Want to be coached for your next ultramarathon by our team and get 30% off your first month? Send an email to ⁠[email protected]⁠ to inquire

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Known as one of the greatest ultrarunners of our time, Harvey Lewis joins us today to share epic stories, incredible lessons, and takeaways from his 2024 season.

After coming off a monumental year last year running 450 miles at Big’s Backyard Ultra, Harvey continued to pursue adventure and challenge in 2024.

This year, he took on the Barkley Marathons once more, ran Badwater 135 (and then ran all the way back to the start), and got an epic podium finish at the Bigfoot 200. And those are only a few of the many accomplishments he’s had this year.In this episode, Harvey shares how he was able to podium Bigfoot after running 270 miles at Badwater, takeaways from this year’s team Big’s Backyard Ultra, and what he’s learned throughout his many races this year (that you can use in your ultramarathons).

This is a must listen and such an incredible episode!

Thank you to Harvey for coming on the show!

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Want to be coached for your next ultramarathon by our team and get 30% off your first month? Send an email to ⁠[email protected]⁠ to inquire

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