The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman Adam Peterman | Western States 2025 Pre-Race Interview
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Jun 25, 2025 In this dynamic conversation with Adam Peterman, a professional runner for HOKA and 2022 Western States champion, he shares insights as he prepares for this iconic ultra-marathon again. He reflects on his growth and emotions leading up to the race. The discussion includes his strategic race preparation, including self-coaching and training adjustments. Adam also shares innovative heat training tactics to enhance performance, emphasizing the camaraderie among runners and the thrill of competition as he aims for another golden ticket.
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Cougar Trophy's Personal Placement
- Adam Peterman keeps his Western States cougar trophy in his bedroom, alongside a Western States map artwork.
- He prefers not to display awards too prominently, integrating them more personally into his living space.
Racing Over Chasing Times
- Adam won Western States 2022 with a time that would place ninth or tenth in recent years, showing the race is getting faster.
- He focuses on racing his competitors rather than strictly chasing splits and times to manage race stress.
Comeback Through Tough Races
- Adam Peterman's comeback included setbacks like his stress fracture and tough races at Canyons and Speedgoat.
- He resisted dropping from races despite hardships, which helped him rebuild confidence and mental resilience.