Stephanie Case is a Canadian pro ultra runner and human rights lawyer based in Chamonix, FR. Over the last few years, Stephanie has been very open about her fertility journey, including miscarriages and failed IVF treatments, and all the emotional turmoil of her path to motherhood. At the end of 2024, Stephanie gave birth to her daughter Pepper, and in May 2025, Stephanie returned to the racecourse for the first time in nearly 3 years, winning the Snowdonia by UTMB 100k. The performance has gained immense mainstream news coverage. This is her third appearance on the podcast:

Stephanie's fertility struggles
The financial and lifestyle sacrifices on the path to motherhood
Return to racing at Snowdonia, only 6 months post-partum
Starting with a 30min disadvantage
Lessons on optimism
Preparing for Hardrock in July
A lot more!

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Stephanie Case | Fertility, Motherhood, & Winning Snowdonia by UTMB