The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman Tom Evans & Nina Engelhard | #5 Trail Runner of the Year
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Jan 6, 2026 Tom Evans, a professional ultramarathon runner and 2025 UTMB champion, shares insights on balancing family life with elite running while discussing his unconventional training for upcoming races like Hard Rock. Nina Engelhard, a trail and mountain runner who won double gold at the World Championships, talks about her surprising success, mixing cross-training with low mileage, and finding mental recovery in solitude. Both athletes highlight the importance of process in their athletic journeys and discuss their future ambitions.
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Why He Skipped Valencia
- Tom Evans tried a road marathon build after UTMB but lost interest and withdrew from Valencia.
- He returned to trails and prioritized family time and enjoyment over a race that no longer motivated him.
Process Keeps Success From Becoming Complacency
- Tom keeps grounded with friends, family, and a process-focused mindset after big wins.
- He analyzes what went wrong at UTMB to avoid complacency and stay motivated for future races.
First Impressions Of Hard Rock
- Tom described Hard Rock as more expeditionary and different from UTMB, like combining Marathon des Sables and UTMB.
- He celebrated getting a special consideration entry and framed Hard Rock as his main 2026 goal.