Tag: Ultramarathon Stories

Glacier Ridge Trail Ultra Race Report 2025

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https://youtube.com/shorts/FveyXoOu5Og?si=5p_-rZQZ1XNDDN29 Thanks for supporting me through YouTube! Weather Sunny and 35° F to 71° F Results and summary Glacier Ridge Trail Ultra 50 Miler ⛰️🏔️⛰️🏔️ It was grueling. I set a goal that would be challenging, actually unachievable, but it was all for a reason. I thought, "why not? I'm going to find out what … Continue reading Glacier Ridge Trail Ultra Race Report 2025 →

The Running Mullet Podcast: Winning Temptation 200k and race strategy

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in About Shannon, Athlete Mental Health, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Race Strategy, Endurance Runner, Motivation, Race, Run IL, Running, Sports Psychology, Temptation 200k, Temptation 200k Preparation, The Running Mullet Podcast, Trailrunning, Trails, Ultramarathon, Ultramarathon Preparation, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized, Winning an ultramarathon

Grayce, one of the hosts of The Running Mullet Podcast reached out to talk about my experiences running and winning Temptation 200k. She and the other host, Eric, were curious about the unique race and wanted to learn more, like what is it about the temptation part of the race? I was so excited to hear … Continue reading The Running Mullet Podcast: Winning Temptation 200k and race strategy →

Ultrarunner Talks Body Image – Player Development

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in About Shannon, Athlete and Runner Body Image, Athlete Identity, Athlete Mental Health, Counseling, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Runner, Finish Stronger Mindset Coaching, Healthy Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Awareness, Mother Runner, Motivation, Player Development, Podcast, Runner Identity, Running, Seeking Help, Sports Psychology, Trailrunning, Ultramarathon, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized, Wellness, YouTube

Isaiah interviews athletes and coaches, and was looking for a runner to interview, so he reached out when saw that I might be able to help. Isaiah Isaiah, professional counselor, host of Player Development Podcast, and professional athlete Isaiah is a professional counselor, personal coach, and professional athlete (Triangle Shooters), supporting people in Virginia. As … Continue reading Ultrarunner Talks Body Image – Player Development →

[Mostly] Trail & Ultramarathon Running Podcasts

Posted on by be.short.run.ultra in Athlete Mental Health, Badwater, Badwater 135, Badwater Cape Fear, Coping with Stress, Endurance Athlete, Endurance Athlete Mindset, Endurance Race Strategy, Endurance Runner, Exercise, Exercise and Mental Health, Fastest Known Time, Goals, Habits, Healthy Lifestyle, How to Run 100 Miles, Manage Mental Struggles, Marathon Training, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Strategies for Athletes, Mindfulness, Mindset, Mindset Coaching, Motivation, New Runner, Only Eye Athletic's Podcast, Player Development, Podcast, Race, Road Dog Podcast, Running, Scarecrow Runner Podcast, Sports Psychology, Trailrunning, Trails, Training and Fitness, Ultramarathon, Ultramarathon Preparation, Ultrarunner Mindset, Uncategorized, Wellness

- - CAUTION - - These podcasts will: motivate, inspire, move you, make you laugh, make you run harder, and maybe make you cry. Some of them have multiple ways to listen (SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, PodBean, Spotify, etc...). Please keep in mind that this list may need updated as podcasts come and go. Let … Continue reading [Mostly] Trail & Ultramarathon Running Podcasts →

Oil Creek 100 mi Race Report (10/6-7/2018)

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Location Titusville, PAOil Creek State Park. Weather 65° F - 76° F sunny and humid in the morning and early afternoon. Thunderstorms and downpours the rest of the race. Course 100.60 miles total. 87.10 miles trail. 1.50 mile bike path connecting the Titusville Middle School and Gerard Hiking Trail trailhead.Three, 26-ish mile loops on the … Continue reading Oil Creek 100 mi Race Report (10/6-7/2018) →

Everyday Running Legends and Badwater Month

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Everyday Running Legends podcast is based in Melbourne, Australia. The podcast brings runners together as a community and gives them a voice. Runners can connect, share their stories, information, and inspire one another. Brodie Sharpe Brodie Sharpe is the founder and host of the podcast. He created it because of his love for running and … Continue reading Everyday Running Legends and Badwater Month →

Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k 05/12/18

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On our way to Blue Ridge. But first... Devil's Backbone. 100k racers Elite runners Stephen and I My race stats DNF due to missing the cutoff time by 5-ish minutes. Mile 30.09:07:00.68 / 89th place. My gear Ultimate Direction vest and 8 oz. handheld (Tailwind); 1.5 liter Platypus bladder (Tailwind); Altra KingMT. trail shoes; Black … Continue reading Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) 100k 05/12/18 →

Badwater Cape Fear 51.4 Miler Race Report 03/17/2018

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Course 51.4 miles. Beach community roads; single track trail; beach sand (40 miles). Race gear AltraLP Neoshell (wind and waterproof); The North Face Gor-tex jacket; Ultimate Direction vest (carry a handheld bottle, supplements, clothes). Food, beverages, supplements Tailwind; 4 GU Gels; SCaps; Tylenol; aid station food and Coke. Bald Head Island is a (large) vehicle-free … Continue reading Badwater Cape Fear 51.4 Miler Race Report 03/17/2018 →

Oil Creek 100 10/14/2017

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Race Swag I'm proud of my accomplishments over the Oil Creek weekend. 76/100 miles. 24 hours. The furthest I've ever ran. That's not my only accomplishment from the weekend. - I learned more about myself. Packed and unpleased kitty Altra Lone Peak "Running 100 miles is stupid" came out of my mouth over the two … Continue reading Oil Creek 100 10/14/2017 →

BADWATER Cape Fear 51.4 Miler 3/20/2017

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Old Baldy Lighthouse, Bald Head Island, NC Location: Cape Fear, Bald Head Island, NC Weather: 60° F partly sunny. Light breeze - 15-20+ mph head wind coming from the south end of the cape. The Course: About 12 miles of paved roads around the island. About 1 mile of lush, single track trail. 38.2 miles … Continue reading BADWATER Cape Fear 51.4 Miler 3/20/2017 →