Everyday Ultra

How to Actually Trust the Process to Run Your Best Ultramarathon with Evan Moody

Dec 31, 2025
Evan Moody, an accomplished ultrarunner, shares his journey from casual runner to owning the identity of an athlete. He discusses the importance of trusting the process, especially during training doubts, and how a strong support system transformed his approach. Evan reveals his race strategies for the Javelina 100-mile event, focusing on pacing and nutrition. He also dives into friendly rivalries and upcoming challenges, like his ambitious attempt at completing the Catskills 35-peak FKT. This conversation is a goldmine for anyone looking to elevate their ultrarunning game.
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INSIGHT

Voluntary Suffering Brings Meaning

  • Running becomes meaningful when you nominate yourself to suffer and return stronger from it.
  • Evan frames hard efforts as a privilege that offers deep fulfillment and growth.
ANECDOTE

Accountability After An Early Injury

  • Evan asked for coaching because he needed external accountability to follow the right training.
  • Early honesty about effort levels became crucial after an injury taught him to report true RPEs.
ADVICE

Rebuild Conservatively After Injury

  • If injured, listen to your PT and use conservative workouts to rebuild volume before intensity.
  • Trusting a coach who prioritizes long-term health helps you return stronger and meet goal races.
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