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She Runs Ultras

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? What was out there for us? Yeah, I couldn’t find it - so I decided to make it! And it just so happens that I’m getting geared up to start training for some races in 2021. So throughout this series, I’ll share what really happens when a typical, non-professional runner takes on the challenge of running an ultra. Got some races planned for this year? Let’s train together.From the emotional & physical ups and downs, to the details of my actual training plan, and the excitement (not to mention nerves) that build as race day gets closer...I promise not to hold anything back. So whether you’re already a member of the ultra community or if you’re just ultra curious...Hit subscribe and let’s do this!

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2020 - 2025
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Ep. 289 - No Hills? No Excuse: How to Train for Elevation Anywhere

Ep. 289 - No Hills? No Excuse: How to Train for Elevation Anywhere

Flat terrain? No problem. Learn how to train for race-day climbs with the tools you already have.

Think you can’t train for an ultra with elevation because you live in the city or someplace flat? Thin…

00:26:04  |   Fri 05 Sep 2025
Ep. 288 - T-minus 6 Weeks Until Moab 240

Ep. 288 - T-minus 6 Weeks Until Moab 240

Let the freak out begin!  (Just kidding...I think.)  Here's a quick recap of what I've been focusing on the last couple of weeks and these are also things that you can be doing to prep for your race …

00:19:14  |   Fri 29 Aug 2025
Ep. 287 - How To Know If You're Actually Ready To Race

Ep. 287 - How To Know If You're Actually Ready To Race

Be honest, have you ever gone down the rabbit hole 🕳️ searching for the perfect checklist that will tell you you’re officially ready to run your first ultra?

Yeah, me too.

I used to think there had to …

00:21:10  |   Fri 22 Aug 2025
Ep. 286 - Heat Exhaustion, Self Talk, & Mental Strategies at the Ragged 75 Stage Race

Ep. 286 - Heat Exhaustion, Self Talk, & Mental Strategies at the Ragged 75 Stage Race

I've run this race 3 times now and even though the course never changes, it's always a challenge!  The Ragged 75 Stage Race is three consecutive days of running around in the woods of New Hampshire a…

00:46:06  |   Fri 15 Aug 2025
Ep. 285 - Natasha Swartley - From Aviation Ordinance To Ultra Runner Extraordinaire

Ep. 285 - Natasha Swartley - From Aviation Ordinance To Ultra Runner Extraordinaire

In this episode I'm chatting with Natasha Swartley.  After retiring from the Navy, she turned her sights to something different - ultra running and more specifically being a race medic.  She's got so…

01:11:11  |   Fri 08 Aug 2025
Ep. 284 - 5+1 Key Differences Between Road Running and Trail / Ultra Running

Ep. 284 - 5+1 Key Differences Between Road Running and Trail / Ultra Running

Understanding these key differences will help you craft the perfect training plan and race day strategy.  So take notes and if you want to hear more about any one of these, let me know!  



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00:17:07  |   Fri 01 Aug 2025
Ep. 283 - 🌵Jess Greene Is Having The Time Of Her Life at Arizona Monster 300

Ep. 283 - 🌵Jess Greene Is Having The Time Of Her Life at Arizona Monster 300

Jess Greene is BACK and this time we're not talking about a 200 mile race, but a 300 mile race!    

Listen as we talk about the many aspects of racing 300 miles.  

From riding 3 hours to get to the sta…

02:16:43  |   Fri 25 Jul 2025
Ep 282 - The

Ep 282 - The "Woodchuck Incident"

You’ve heard of bears, moose, and maybe even the occasional skunk sighting on a run...But have you ever been chased by a woodchuck? 🫠

In this episode, I’m telling the wild (and slightly ridiculous) st…

00:31:15  |   Fri 18 Jul 2025
Ep. 281 - Freaking Out Doesn't Help!  How To Keep Your Cool When Sh*t Hits The Fan

Ep. 281 - Freaking Out Doesn't Help! How To Keep Your Cool When Sh*t Hits The Fan

You missed a workout. Your knee feels weird. You forgot your gels.
Cue the internal freak-out... right?

In this episode, we’re talking about something that every runner deals with—making things a way b…

00:29:39  |   Fri 11 Jul 2025
Ep. 280 - What If Your Limits Are Totally Made Up?

Ep. 280 - What If Your Limits Are Totally Made Up?

What is your limit?

In this tough-love episode, I’m sharing a question that’s been bouncing around in my head as I train for Moab 240—and why it might just change the way you think about your running …

00:31:15  |   Fri 04 Jul 2025
Ep. 279 - The

Ep. 279 - The "C" Word 😁 In Ultra Running

In this episode we're talking about the "C" word of ultra running...2 of them actually.

They are: Countdown & Consistency.  

We'll talk about the importance of both, how they are intertwined, and why t…

00:20:56  |   Fri 27 Jun 2025
Ep. 278 - Drummer Hill 50k Recap

Ep. 278 - Drummer Hill 50k Recap

In this episode, I recap my day at the rainy, rocky, and rooty Drummer Hill 50K—a small, looped trail race in New Hampshire with surprise crew support, soaking wet trails, and a whole lotta mud. I br…

00:34:58  |   Fri 20 Jun 2025
Ep. 277 - The Walk / Run Gradient

Ep. 277 - The Walk / Run Gradient

At the gym the other day, someone asked me:
“Got any advice for a fat guy who wants to start running… asking for a friend?” 😄

That sparked a convo about something I always teach runners—whether you’re …

00:12:32  |   Fri 13 Jun 2025
Ep. 276 - What if...

Ep. 276 - What if...

What if the only thing standing between you and your big, scary goal… was the question you’ve been asking yourself?

In this episode, I’m digging into one of the most powerful mindset shifts I’ve made …

00:22:59  |   Fri 06 Jun 2025
Ep. 275 - What to Do When Your Ultras Are Just Weeks Apart

Ep. 275 - What to Do When Your Ultras Are Just Weeks Apart

In this episode of She Runs Ultras, I’m diving into the topic of racing ultras close together—specifically, why I’m running two 50Ks just four weeks apart, how I’m managing my training in between, an…

00:31:19  |   Fri 30 May 2025
Ep 274 - Bloodroot 50k: Mud, Mountains, and Mental Grit

Ep 274 - Bloodroot 50k: Mud, Mountains, and Mental Grit

In this episode, I’m taking you inside my first 50K of 2025 — the wild, wet, and wicked Bloodroot Ultra in Pittsfield, Vermont. Spoiler alert: it rained for 10+ days before race weekend, so the cours…

00:59:35  |   Fri 23 May 2025
Ep. 273 - Strategies To Boost Your Recovery with Colin Cook

Ep. 273 - Strategies To Boost Your Recovery with Colin Cook

In this episode of She Runs Ultras, I sit down with professional age group triathlete Colin Cook — a multi-time Ironman World Championship competitor and the founder of Peak Recovery in Manchester, N…

00:56:15  |   Fri 16 May 2025
Ep 272 - 3 Things I'm Doing This Week To Prepare For My 50k

Ep 272 - 3 Things I'm Doing This Week To Prepare For My 50k

Got a race coming up? In this episode, I’m sharing the *three key things* I’m doing this week to make sure I feel strong, confident, and ready when I toe the line for my upcoming 50K.

Here’s what I co…

00:30:34  |   Fri 09 May 2025
Ep. 271 - Southern States 200 Recap with Sarah Brandt

Ep. 271 - Southern States 200 Recap with Sarah Brandt

Today's episode is the long awaited recap of the Southern States 200 race back in March.  I traveled to this race to crew and pace for 2 of my athletes, Sarah and Frank (plus my *bonus* athlete, Nico…

03:58:18  |   Fri 02 May 2025
Ep. 270 - Listener Q&A: Tailwind Math, Training Gaps, and the Case of the Disappearing Drop Bags

Ep. 270 - Listener Q&A: Tailwind Math, Training Gaps, and the Case of the Disappearing Drop Bags

Listener Questions Answered: Calories, Tailwind, Sick Days, Blisters & Drop Bags

In this week’s Q&A-style episode, I'm tackling some of your most pressing ultra running questions—from fueling on the r…

00:31:47  |   Fri 25 Apr 2025
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