From DNF to Done: Coree Woltering's Cocodona 250 Story

I sit down with Coree Woltering—pro athlete for Merrell, Janji, and Smartwool—for a raw and hilarious conversation about his redemption at the Cocodona 250. From being the very first person to drop out of the inaugural race to finishing it five years later, Coree shares the highs, lows, and muddy middle miles of his journey.

We talk about impromptu race entries (Venmoed Southern States 200), wild hallucinations, ankle weirdness, and what happens when your crew gets stranded with a flat tire halfway through a 250-mile race. Coree also opens up about finding joy in ultra-distance running, managing a team for Merrell, and his ambitious upcoming plans—including an Appalachian Trail FKT attempt and maybe even Moab 240.

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Chapters

00:00 Corey Woltering's Journey Begins

02:45 Redemption at Cocodona

06:01 Lessons from Southern States

08:52 The Start of Cocodona 2023

12:07 Navigating Challenges and Embracing Adventure

15:05 The Pacer Experience

18:01 Unexpected Setbacks

21:08 The Descent into Jerome

24:09 The Hangover Trail Experience

34:40 The Journey of Social Media in Ultra Running

37:37 Experiencing the Highs and Lows of Endurance Racing

39:29 The Breakdown: Mental and Physical Challenges

42:44 Crew Dynamics and Support in Ultra Events

45:37 Navigating the Final Stretch: The Last Marathon

49:41 The Finish Line Experience: Quiet Triumphs

53:47 Reflections on Future Races and Goals

56:38 The Evolution of an Ultra Runner: From Triathlons to Ultra Events

01:00:36 Athlete Management: Bridging Experience and Brand Needs

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