Trail Runner Nation

Explorer, endurance athlete, mentor, coach, teacher...... All of these titles come to mind with we think of Ray Zahab. Ray has been encouraging and mentoring other to push beyond their perceived limits for nearly 15 years with his personal expeditions, his expeditions with youth ambassadors, directing races, or guiding groups to remote places. He created a company called "Impossible 2 Possible" = I2P that has influenced youth and teachers through expeditions in remote places throughout the world. Ray explains that many people under estimate themselves and that taking risks and doing hard things brings fulfillment, joy and a desire to help others achieve great things. Follow Ray on his social channels: Facebook Instagram Twitter I2P Twitter I2P Instagram I2P Facebook

Running to the Edge: A Band of Misfits and the Guru Who Unlocked the Secrets of Speed is a new book by New York Times Deputy Editor Matthew Futterman Matt, a avid runner, tells the story of the evolution of running from the 1950s, when it was just as odd to see a naked person walking down the street as it is to see someone running, until today. He describes this evolution of speed and endurance through the story of Bob Larsen, a hall of fame track field coach. He explains what we have learned about running science through the experience that Coach Larsen had coaching the small-town Jamul Toads to a national championship and coaching the great Meb Keflzighi's amazing career. Instagram

We have all had disappointing finishes or the feeling of not accomplishing a goal. How do you deal with these setbacks or roadblocks? Bob Crowley discusses how he handled a disappointing DNF at Tor Des Geants in 2018. He brings part of his team, Coach Meghan Laws, and Crew Cheif, Donna NiCuarta, to the table to help explain how he was able to evaluate, rebuild, train and execute his second attempt this year. The Trail Animals running club

Patrick Reagan has had a fun year from defending his win at at Javalina Jundred, setting a personal best at the Hoka 100K Challenge, and placing 8th at his first attempt at Western States 100. Our conversation with Patrick include how he has learned from mentors along the way, his love for running long distances, how he takes breaks, etc. Check out his web site and coaching at PatricReaganRunning.com Or follow him on social media Facebook Instagram

Ian Sharman, Joe Uhanand Matt Layereturn to Trail Runner Nation to discuss some interesting topics including: Poles or No Poles? Strength or mobility work, which is preferred? Should you specifically work to improve your form? Mechanical efficiency & metabolic efficiency? Visit College of Idahowith Assistant Professor, Matt Laye Sharman Ultra - Endurance Coaching Uhan Performance

Courtney Dauwalter is the fastest woman at UTMBin 2019! She continues to impress us with her determination, resilience and GRIT. We put Courtney on the spot in this podcast by measuring her GRIT according to Angela Duckworth's GRIT Calculator. We discuss where she got her grit and how to increase ours. Take the Grit Scale Test Listen to our podcast about GRIT Past podcasts with Courtney: Courtney Dauwalter Sets the Bar at Moab 200- 238 miles in 57 HOURS !!! Intuitive Training with Courtney Dauwalter Live Audience Podcast with Maggie Gutterl and Courtney Dauwalter

Sally McRae and Billy Yang just returned from Europe where Sally ran UTMB for the fifth time. We talk to Sally and Billy about what things Americans need to know when going to Europe to run and visa versa. Check out Sally at her web site, instagram, and twitter Check out Billy Yang a his web site, instagram, and his podcast And just in case you were interested in the tiny phone:

What does it take to run 3100 miles within 52 days around a city block in Queens, NY? The Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race is an annual pilgrimage that began back in 1997. It is the longest certified race in the world. Runner and Filmmaker, Sanjay Rawal, explores this race and three other cultures from around the world to understand the primal necessity of running and how these cultures connect with nature and are changed / transcending to a new level of being. It is an experience where we connect our feet with Mother Earth and our breath with the sky - being in the moment and finding joy and gratitude for that moment. We discuss the levels of running from the physical to the mental and then a newer, higher level that is meditative or spiritual. Sanjay's movie, "3100: Run and Become"is a must watch. Watch the trailer to the movie, "3100- Run and Become" You will NEED to buy the movie wherever you buy your movies. Here is the link to Amazon Prime, iTunes, and Google Play

In 2017, Michael McKnight won the fastest cumulated time for the triple crown of 200-milers, Bigfoot 200, Tahoe 200, & Moab 240. Last week he set a new Bigfoot 200 record by over 4 ours finishing in 51:33 - 18 hours faster than his first attempt in 2017. We sit down with Michael and talk about how his training and strategies have changed since 2017.

Ultra Adventurer and leadership coach, Brian Chontosh, aka Tosh, join The Nation to discuss this simple but complex topic. Why is it easier to keep up? When we fall behind, we have a tendency to try and find a shortcut Good enough isn't Keeping up vs. getting ahead Check out these links: Crooked Butterfly Podcast Crooked Butterfly website Tosh's Instagram