Trail Runner Nation

Coaches Ian Sharman, David Roche and Krissy Moehl join The Nation to debate matters of trail running consequence in a new game called, "Bonk or No Bonk. More about Krissy Moehl: Krissy Coaching services Krissy's book, "Running your First Ultra" Sharman Ultras coaching services More about David Roche: David and Megan's coaching at SWAPRunning (SWAP stands for Some Work, All Play). Their book, the Happy Runner

In our first call in show, Dr. Mark Cucuzzella fields calls from Nation Listeners from around the world. We field questions regarding Risks of fasted runs Rehab from meniscus injuries Training for a marathon vs. a mountain ultra Best treadmills for running indoors How to avoid injury and run pain free Please consider supporting Dr. Cucuzzella's running store, Two Rivers Treads or call them for expert advice. 304-885-8843 Visit the Natural Running Center

Recently, our friend and trail culture advocate, Bob Crowley, was appointed as President of ITRA, International Trail Running Association. Bob helps The Nation understand more about this little known organization that we SHOULD know about and support. ITRA's values mirror our shared values of authenticity, humility, fair play, respect, solitary, and teamwork. Not only can it represent our collective voice, but can help race directors and individuals alike. The basic membership is free so please sign up to strengthen our voice and protect our culture.

We often hear that, "ultra running is 90% mental and the rest is in your head".....or something like that. Returning favorite guest, Dr. Simon Marshall and 3-time Xterra world champion, Lesley Paterson join The Nation to help us understand how the brain works and strategies to help us perform at a higher level. Visit their website: BraveHeartCoach.com to learn more or to schedule 1/2 hour mental coaching sessions. Check out their new Xterra Podcast They co-authored the book, "Brave Athlete - Calm the F*ck Down and Rise to the Occasion" Try out their FREE "Smog Report"personalized advice to optimize your training Fun video introduction of the book. Follow Simon and Lesley on Twitter Here is the link to our previous podcast with Simon and Lesley

Volume 8 of the Pulitzer Prize winning TRN Audio Magazine is now available at your corner newspaper stand. Featured articles : Is Longer Better? Good Until the Last Drop Give me 5 You Never Forget Your First Time Does the Tail Wag the Dog? Running, Is it Good for Your Knees? Don't Believe the Hype How Much? Anton Krupicka "Indulgence" Video JB Benna's "Unbreakable" Movie - Free for a limited time The effects of various drugs on spider webs spider web Check out AJW's Coaching If you are interested in getting some great quality facemasks check out these two manufacturers: C29Mask Theramasks

Today, the Western States Endurance Run Board of Directors announced the cancellation of the 2020 race. This is only the second time in the race's 46 years that they have had to cancel the race. Race Director, Craig Thornley, joins Andy Jones-Wilkins in a discussion to clarify and answer any questions.

Earlier this week we posted a podcast discussing the situation with COVID-19. Since then, many communities have been directed to "shelter in place". This doesn't mean we cannot continue with our passion of running. As promised, this is the follow up podcast with Coach and Prognosticator, Andy Jones-Wilkins. The discuss the subject of what we can do now. If we approach this with the right attitude (as many ultra runners do), we can see this as a great opportunity to try something new or experiment with something in our training. Let us know what you are planning to do. Let's occupy social media with our trail running spirit of optimism and motivation! We also chat with Julie Fingar, RD for NorCal Ultras, about the ramifications RDs have to deal with and how they are trying to innovate and create options for runners.

SPECIAL EDITION: We recently posted a letter from the Ultra-Endurance Sport Science & Medicine web site. This letter makes recommendations for our sport during this pandemic. Dr. Marty Hoffman, co-author, joins us to explain how this virus can affects our community. Bob Crowley, Trail Animals Club, also explains how this affects our race season. Here is the link to Corrine Malcolm's article at irunfar For an updated status on race cancelations: Check your race web site Check ultrasignup.com Updated list at Ultrarunning Magazine Be a solution, Be kind...mãs!

Matt Fitzgerald (sports nutritionist, writer, athlete, coach) will be releasing a new book in May, "Running the Dream; One Summer Living, Training and Racing with a Team of World-Class Runners Half My Age". We talk to him about his journey as he trains with Hoka's NAZ elite team of professional runners in Flagstaff, AZ. He also has launched an interesting cool new running camp concept, "Endeavorun". Check it out.

There are many high profile races out there and many of those are very difficult to get into. The good news is there are many GREAT races that you might not know about. It the New TRN produced podcast, Trail Hacks highlights one of these amazing races. We speak with the Race Director to better understand the characteristics of the race. We then get with a veteran runner to give us a hack or two that might help us successfully complete the race. In our inaugural Trail Hacks Podcast, we speak with Scotty Kumar, producer of the award winning podcast Ten Junk Miles. His team runs the Badger Trail Races held on August 1-2. Register HERE Be sure to subscribe to Trail Hacks podcast where ever you listen or visit www.trailhacks.run