In this episode of a special series, Leadville Uncovered, hosts Russell Ditsworth and Corinne Shalvoy engage with ultra runners Kris Rugloski, Pat Cade, and Justin Grunewald as they share their experiences and insights leading up to the 2025 Leadville Trail 100 run.
The conversation explores into their backgrounds, training strategies, challenges faced in past races, and their aspirations for the upcoming event. The talks discuss the experiences and insights of each athlete as they discuss their training, race strategies, and the importance of community and support in the sport.
Key themes include the significance of asking questions in sports, the balance between different types of races, the role of gear and nutrition, and the celebration of achievements in ultra running. The discussion also touches on the challenges posed by iconic races like the Barkley Marathons and the Leadville Trail 100.
Enjoy and let us know what you think!
This is the first of a multi part series each featuring multiple athletes lining up at the 2025 LT100 RUN!