Summary
The Cocodona 250-mile recap episode. The preparation, the beginning of the race, the middle of the race, and the end of the race. I could not do this without a great crew, pacers, and a great physical therapist on speed dial. Ultrarunning and ultramarathons are really a team sport and a screaming achilles made it even more so. Take a listen in on one of the premiere 200 mile running events and how it went for me from mistakes to triumphs. Also, Aravaipa is simply the best race directing organization.
Sound Bites
"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. It was Cocodona."
"The mind was dialed and the body was ready to use the bathroom, much like every morning."
"The line that's really long is the gear check oops and the tracker line."
"We got a Janji runner on the Satisfy instagram BOOM"
Takeaways
Preparation is key for participating in a 250-mile race
The start of the race can be chaotic with long lines and gear checks
Aid stations play a crucial role and don't mess them up
Challenges such as injuries can arise during the race, but determination and support can help overcome them
The camaraderie among runners is a significant aspect of ultra-distance races
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Race Overview
02:02 Preparation and Start of the Race
03:54 Gear Check and Tracker Line
06:10 Strategies and Positioning in the Race
10:22 Dealing with an Achilles Issue
16:11 Challenges and Determination
17:00 The Coca-Cola Bathroom Break
21:00 Making a Mark on the Satisfy Instagram Page
30:00 Dealing with Torn Up Feet in Jerome
34:00 The Final Push and Depletion
43:00 The Finish Line and a Confusing Encounter
48:00 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
Keywords
Cocodona, 250-mile race, preparation, start, aid stations, challenges, Achilles issue, ultramarthons, trail running,