Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast

Well, we've reached the finish line.  Episode 190 is the final episode of the Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast.  In this final episode, we feature the Herd.  You get to hear from many of the amaz…

We celebrate our second to last episode by bringing you a very special edition of the show.  All four of the original Big Ass Runner Crew share their memories, experiences, and stories from the last …

We start Episode 188 with a Big Ass Announcement you don't want to miss.

And then gather with some of our awesome podcasting friends.  What's the Big Ass Announcement and who are our podcasting friend…

Get the behind-the-scenes recap of the 2024 HOKA Bandera Endurance Trail Race from the infamous Chapas Aid Station.  You'll hear from some of the folks serving at the aid station, as well as a summar…

We are all about the every day runner, and this week we get to talk to author, coach, race director Sid Garza-Hillman about his new book, Ultra Running for Normal People: Life Lessons Learned On and …

When we come across great films we know the Big Ass Runner Herd would enjoy, we must pass them along.

Both films are must-see.  The first, a fantastic ultra marathon documentary surrounding one of the…

We're back and it's a new year!  We start by talking about what was on everyone's trail running Christmas list.  And find out it Santa was good to the Big Ass Runner Herd or not?

With a New Year comes…

Have you considered racing in a Last Man Standing?  Curious how they differ from other trail races? We invite Hayden Harrell into the Big Ass Runner studio to get the inside scoop into his first Last…

El Jefé shares the story of his daughter's wedding - did it go over well or was it totally wheels off?  And shares five ways weddings are like trail races.  See if you agree and hear some secret audi…

We asked the Big Ass Runner Herd what their idea morning routine is, and they didn't disappoint.  Get inspired by the Herd and getting your day started off right as you try to become the best trail r…

Do you bio-hack?  What does that even mean?  Where does sauna fit, what are the benefits, and what does the science say?  We dig into this topic, and find out if Jefé made the plunge into sauna.  

And…

If you're looking to add to your racing calendar in 2024, Jeff shares four great races to consider.  Will you join the Big Ass Runner crew at any of them?  Which is your favorite?

And while Jeff misse…

Jeff opens up about a profound loss within his extended family, delving into the lessons he's gaining from this challenging experience.

Life is a journey of peaks and valleys, marked by inevitable los…

The Wise Runner, Johnny Wise, gives us his account of his first trail race.  This road runner ventures on the trail and shares his perspective on how it went, and what the differences are.

And in segm…

Looking for cool trail running gear ideas - you're in luck!  Steven's New Ass Stuff is back with six amazing "stuff" ideas.  From $6 to $100 and everything in between.  You don't want to miss it.

And …

Steven Pritt joins us for a shocking development and some breaking news.  You may be very surprised by this decision.  It might get your heart rate going and make you want to try out some new technol…

The Love Never Ends trail race was last weekend, and Jeff recaps the event with some awesome audio interviews taken from the course.  You'll love this sneak peek into the race and feel the power of t…

Steven Pritt joins us to talk about a big, hairy, audacious topic which overwhelms all of us this time of year.  Which side of this controversy do you sit on?   Find out in segment one.

And in segment…

Big News: Steven Pritt returns to the show to talk about a framework that helps you set a good racing mindset.  It's a framework he learned from the great Lucy Bartholomew @Lucy_bartholomew and follo…

DNF tends to be a four-letter word for trail and ultra runners. But why?  And should it be?  We dive deep into this topic.  Jeff shares his thoughts, and the Big Ass Runner Herd chimes in as well.  W…