Some Work, All Play

222. History at UTMB, Leadville 100 CR Spicy Questions, The World's Greatest Sports Headline, Post-Run Uphill Treadmill, and What We Did To Our Scale!

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Sep 3, 2024
The hosts dive into the thrilling highlights from UTMB, revealing insights on fueling strategies and the rising competition. They tackle spicy questions after the Leadville 100 record, pondering whether it's a turning point for the sport. Listeners are treated to a delightful mix of personal anecdotes about running, parenthood, and the ups and downs of ultra-marathon racing. The conversation is sprinkled with humor, touching community stories, and amusing reflections on the challenges faced by athletes. It's truly a buffet of engaging topics!
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UTMB Inspiration

  • Megan reflects on watching UTMB while training, feeling inspired by the runners' suffering.
  • She jokes about keeping up with Ruth Croft's downhill pace at mile 108 while pregnant.
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Ostrander's Video

  • David shares how Allie Ostrander's video about his Leadville journey brought them both to tears.
  • The video documents his recovery from a near-fatal accident to setting a course record.
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Defector Article

  • David Roche recounts a humorous anecdote about chafing during Leadville, featured in Defector.
  • The article, titled "How David Roach Nearly Ran His Dick Off", humorously details his experience.
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