In honor of the Black Canyon 100K race weekend, the Trail Network podcast hosts revisits a heartfelt conversation with Trueheart Brown, the 2022 race champion. Trueheart’s victory at Black Canyon was a breakout performance, winning as an underdog at the age of 41 and fully embracing the spirit of the sport.

In this conversation, Trueheart shares insights into his journey as a trail runner, the lessons he’s learned through competition, and how he balances training with life’s many demands. His reflections go beyond racing, offering wisdom about resilience, passion, and staying present in the sport. Whether you're gearing up for a race or simply love the community and adventure of trail running, this episode is full of inspiration.

This episode is edited and produced by the Sandyboy Productions Podcast Network.

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Episode 44: Trueheart Brown - Winning Black Canyon 100K in 2022 and the Soul of the Sport