Jeff Garmire on Setting an Appalachian Trail FKT, How to Train for Long Distances, and What To Do After Big Goals
Everyday Ultra
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Jeff “Legend” Garmire is one of the best endurance athletes in the sport; having a long list of accomplishments such as setting self-supported FKT’s on the JMT, AZT, CT, and a ton of wins and podium finishes at ultras, his insight is always worth listening to.
And recently, he just accomplished the FKT for the self-supported crossing of the Appalachian Trail and beat the previous record by 4 hours.
In this episode, Jeff shares:
How to handle life after accomplishing a massive goal (and combat post-goal blues)
How to train for extremely long efforts, such as a long FKT
How self-awareness can help you live the life you want to
Tips to problem solve in the middle of ultras when things go wrong
Crazy stories from the FKT attempt (such as seeing two left shoes in a drop bag
And much more!
Jeff is also the podcast host of The Free Outside Podcast, an author, ultrarunning coach, filmmaker, and one of the most prominent voices in ultrarunning. Check out his content if you’re looking for more inspiration.
Huge thank you to Jeff for coming on the show!
SHOW LINKS:
Jeff’s links to his podcast, content, and offerings: https://linktr.ee/thefreeoutside
Jeff’s website: https://www.freeoutside.com/
Jeff’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreeoutside/
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