Trail Runner Nation

The Ultra Race of Champions, UROC, is being held in Auburn, CA tomorrow. This nomatic race is very unique. We visit with race directors, Francesca Conte and James Gill, to find out more about this race and what they are creating. For other races by Francesca and James, visit Bad to the Bone Click here to register

Dr. Phil Maffetone rejoins The Nation after the release of his new book, The Endurance Handbook: How to Achieve Athletic Potential, Stay Healthy, and Get the Most Out of Your Body. Phil brews up a cozy cup of his fat-burning coffee (for non-coffee drinkers, try Phil's Shake) to talk about rhythm of music, life and its importance in efficient running. Phil's Two-Week Test Phil's Music Site Five-Minute Power Break

Warren Pole sits down with TRN and reaches deep into the grab bag. What do cat walks, crusty leather suits and ropes with knots doing on a podcast about trail running? We do our best to tie it all together. Article on Breathing

Founder of Altra Running, Golden Harper, joins us to talk about how running injuries motivated him to innovate a different shoe and then begin a new shoe company that is competing against the giants in the business. Golden knows something about running. Between the ages of 10 and 14, Golden ran 5 marathons, debuting with a State Record 3:08 performance. He followed that up with a 2:57 performance that was good for a National Best for age 11. At age 12, he ran the St. George Marathon in 2:45:34, setting a world best. In addition to competitive running, Golden grew up working in the family's specialty running store where he educated other runners on proper gait and fitting them in the correct running shoes. Golden continued his passion by earning a degree in Exercise Science: Fitness & Wellness with a Business Management emphasis from BYU. Golden tells his story of how he used his home toaster oven to delaminate traditional shoes and re-engineer them to help others prevent injuries. Today Altra is one of the top shoes in the trail and ultra community. Some of the first modified shoes they made: Kenyan Runner in Slow Motion Anton Krupika video of running Altrarunning.com Golden's Blog Altra Running Blog

Dr. Jim Taylor is internationally recognized for his work in the psycology of endurance sports. He has worked with several pro cycling teams, has been consultant to USA Triathlon, and has worked junior-elite, age-group, world class and Olympic athletes in cross-country sking, triathlon, cycling, swimming and running. Ian Torrence joins us as we discuss the time between the alarm and the gun on race morning. We dig deep into Dr. Taylor bag of tricks for dealing with pain in a long run. Author of 14 books and over 750 articles Dr. Taylor's work can be found on his website at DrJimTaylor.com

Mike Wardian loves to run. He loves to race. He loves to compete. He loves to test himself at different differences and types of races. Mike just came off of his first 100-mile victory at Easter States 100. When asked what his favorite distance is, he'll try to give you an answer but really never find one. In 2014, Mike toed the line at 54 races, finishing in the top 10 at 44 of those. He has won the US 50K championship three times and been the fastest at the US 100K championships. In 2012, Mike ran 2:21 at the US Olympic Trials in Houston and turned around the next morning to run 2:31 at the Houston Marathon. Join Mike on the virtual trail to discuss his passion for running and love for the community. Mike is available as a coach and has openings now! If you are interested EMAIL him. Facebook Twitter Instagram

TRN has been fans of Ethan Newberry, the Ginger Runner, ever since he began his entertaining gear reviews. We finally sit down with Ethan to discuss his views on running, entertainment, and the trepidation of one's first 100-mile race. Ginger Runner Video Channel Chuck Norris Rap Harry Potter Rap

Why do ultrarunners keep going? The pain says stop but the mind says GO! Join Ann Trason, Andy Jones-Wilkins and Lee "Mac" McKinley as we discuss this topic in detail.

The prodigal daughter returns! Faith is back in studio to discuss where she has been and the welcoming return to trail running. At some point, we all take a break from trail and ultra running. Why do we come back? How do we come back? Faith discusses her exploits into the Ironman and why she is coming back to the trails.

When Andy Jones-Wilkins isn't pouring cold brew in his Taproom, you can find him at the highest profile races. Recently returning from 2015 WS100 and Hardrock 100 he shares his trail side insight of the strongest runners in our sport including; Magda Boulet, Rob Krar, Kilian Jornet and Anna Frost.