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Roots Running

Roots is a trail and ultrarunning focused show born out of a deep appreciation for the humble origins of our sport, and a dedication to shedding light on stories that won't otherwise be told.

Sports Running
Update frequency
every 9 days
Average duration
59 minutes
Episodes
96
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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Sean’s Strength Training Program: WTGGT- Episode 73

Sean’s Strength Training Program: WTGGT- Episode 73

This episode of When The Going Get’s Tough is brought to you by blood, sweat and determination. Adam discusses the details of Sean’s weightlifting program he has to follow for 90 days, and if he succ…

00:50:53  |   Tue 14 Jan 2025
Three Years of When The Going Gets Tough: WTGGT- Episode 72

Three Years of When The Going Gets Tough: WTGGT- Episode 72

Adam and Sean reconnect for a much needed reflection on the 2024 season, discuss how their goals and expectations for last year held up to reality, and look ahead to the 2025. 


We would like to than…

00:49:47  |   Tue 07 Jan 2025
2024 Hellgate 100k Race Recap: WTGGT-Episode 71

2024 Hellgate 100k Race Recap: WTGGT-Episode 71

Sean and Lee Jarvis sit down to debrief Sean’s performance at the Hellgate 100k this past weekend. The fellas sat down just one day post race to discuss what went well, how the training worked and wh…

00:48:35  |   Tue 17 Dec 2024
Hellgate 100k Preview and This Year In Ultra Running featuring Alvah Ferguson: WTGGT - Episode 70

Hellgate 100k Preview and This Year In Ultra Running featuring Alvah Ferguson: WTGGT - Episode 70

On this weeks episode Sean Cate and special guest Alvah Ferguson breakdown Sean’s unorthodox training block for the upcoming Hellgate 100k. Additionally the fellas announce their upcoming new podcast…

01:18:49  |   Tue 10 Dec 2024
Recommitting to Goals Amidst Seasonal Depression and Holiday Mayhem-WTGGT: Episode 68

Recommitting to Goals Amidst Seasonal Depression and Holiday Mayhem-WTGGT: Episode 68

On today's episode the boys get real about how they approach Holiday season and cold winter days in terms of training and eating.


Most people experience weight gain and a significant decrease in ph…

00:42:16  |   Tue 03 Dec 2024
Cycling Culture with Dylan Curtis: WTGGT - Episode 67

Cycling Culture with Dylan Curtis: WTGGT - Episode 67

Todays episode features Fort Wayne local legend, Founder and Manager of Apex Cycling, and new friend of Sean’s Dylan Curtis. 

Dylan is extremely passionate about riding bikes, which he’s been doing s…

01:19:56  |   Tue 26 Nov 2024
What's The Next Big Fitness Trend: WTGGT - Episode 66

What's The Next Big Fitness Trend: WTGGT - Episode 66

Adam and Sean chat about the various challenges of job searching and transition phases in life. If you want to see the exercise Sean was attempting to describe check it out here.

Other topics includ…

01:31:42  |   Tue 19 Nov 2024
The Overtraining Undertraining Pendulum: WTGGT- Episode 65

The Overtraining Undertraining Pendulum: WTGGT- Episode 65

Whats cooking Tough Fam. Today your beloved hosts cover a myriad of topics from:

-Effective strength training can happen in 20-45min 4 days a week

-Intensity is the key to efficient training

-Why peo…

00:58:55  |   Tue 12 Nov 2024
Just Run as Fast as You Can: WTGGT - Episode 64

Just Run as Fast as You Can: WTGGT - Episode 64

Your beloved Hosts Adam and Sean catch up on todays episode and Sean shares reflections of how he's redefined his running/training/racing goals in a way that is more aligned with his real values. The…

00:49:10  |   Tue 05 Nov 2024
Reframe Your Limits: WTGGT - Episode 63

Reframe Your Limits: WTGGT - Episode 63

Welcome to another week and yet another collab with Ben Wright's 'Between The Guidelines' podcast. This time around, Ben and Adam catch up covering Ben's new interest in martial arts, philosophical d…

00:58:33  |   Tue 29 Oct 2024
Pro Baseballer, Counselor, and Runner Walk Into A Room: WTGGT - Episode 62

Pro Baseballer, Counselor, and Runner Walk Into A Room: WTGGT - Episode 62

This week Sean sits down with a new friend, Langston Ginder to talk about his journey playing independent league baseball with hopes of one day getting called up to the MLB. In addition to baseball, …

00:59:02  |   Tue 22 Oct 2024
Tough Truths with Adam and Sean: WTGGT - Episode 61

Tough Truths with Adam and Sean: WTGGT - Episode 61

Sean and Adam catch up on this episode. Together, the boys philosophize about what life would be like if they had stayed on some of the paths they were on early in college. Other conversation include…

00:51:53  |   Tue 15 Oct 2024
Ultra Running, Investing, and Bees with Brinton Johns: WTGGT -Episode 60

Ultra Running, Investing, and Bees with Brinton Johns: WTGGT -Episode 60

Welcome to the podcast Brinton Johns! Brinton is an investor and bee keeper living in Golden, Colorado. Brinton enjoys ultra running, spending time with his kids, and backpacking. Adam and Sean attem…

00:56:55  |   Tue 08 Oct 2024
STOP FOAM ROLLING: WTGGT - Episode 59

STOP FOAM ROLLING: WTGGT - Episode 59

HAPPY TUESDAY! The fellas run through various recovery techniques and discuss whether they are actually helpful for increased MUSCLE growth or not.


Dr. Mike's video inspiring todays episode here


S…

00:40:29  |   Tue 01 Oct 2024
Heat Training for Peak Performance: WTGGT - Episode 58

Heat Training for Peak Performance: WTGGT - Episode 58

Sean and Adam dive into the new scientific research regarding heat training and adaptations for increased endurance performance. Sean outlines how, and why heat training can be helpful and is relativ…

00:50:41  |   Thu 26 Sep 2024
Run Rabbit Run 100 Recap: When The Going Gets Tough - Episode 57

Run Rabbit Run 100 Recap: When The Going Gets Tough - Episode 57

The fellas discuss Sean's recent trip out to Steamboat Springs Colorado to crew friend and legend Will Stough in his first 100 miler.

00:44:09  |   Tue 17 Sep 2024
Growth From Change: WTGGT - Episode 56

Growth From Change: WTGGT - Episode 56

Adam and Sean have a good old fashioned catch-up and discuss some life transitions they're both adapting and adjusting to. The boys also discuss how their athletic pursuits are currently evolving in …

00:47:10  |   Mon 09 Sep 2024
Crossfit w/ The Kuhlman Sisters: WTGGT - Episode 55

Crossfit w/ The Kuhlman Sisters: WTGGT - Episode 55

Welcome to the tough family Jessi and Jacy Kuhlman! These sisters are two of the toughest women we've had the great opportunity of hosting. Jessi and Jacy share about their experience playing on hock…

01:22:08  |   Mon 26 Aug 2024
Fitness Trackers as Tools: WTGGT- Episode 54

Fitness Trackers as Tools: WTGGT- Episode 54

Sean and Adam discuss the recently trending fitness trackers and the pros/cons of using them. Much like social media, these tools can be extremely useful. As powerful as these watches and trackers ha…

00:39:21  |   Mon 19 Aug 2024
Calories In Calories Out, Insulin, and Fat Loss/Gain: WTGGT- Episode 53

Calories In Calories Out, Insulin, and Fat Loss/Gain: WTGGT- Episode 53

Welcome to a very special episode of WTGGT with hosts Sean Cate and Adam Girard, and a very special guest, PhD student and friend Trace Cruz. Todays episode settles some confusing and inaccurate thou…

01:09:09  |   Fri 09 Aug 2024
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