The Running Public

Training for the Olympic Marathon Trials on top of full time med school means that Felicia has to be hyper efficient with her training and her daily schedule. We discuss her daily practices, tips, and recommendations for living a more efficient life.

Last month, double amputee Ryan Kules set three Guinness World Records for adaptive rowing: fastest marathon, fastest ultramarathon, and longest distance in one hour. 

With both of us having an “Ultra Focus” this off season, but starting with totally different fitness levels, this is what it will look like from a training perspective.

We close out our podcast year the best way we know how: Q&A sesh!

The hosts explore how race goals can spark motivation as winter sets in. They dive into updates on shoe designs and reminisce about running gifts from yesteryears. Bracken shares his obsession with the challenging Ironstone 100K and discusses the logistics of training for it. Kirk emphasizes the importance of grit in winter training, suggesting purposeful events to boost endurance. They also debate the fear factor in different race lengths while acknowledging the need to regain trail skills and build durability through tough workouts.

A few episodes ago, we mentioned how the Hoka Speedgoat and Clifton just aren’t working for us like they used to and so many of you reached out to confirm your same experience. So, today we’re giving you eighteen alternative shoe options to consider!

We, but mostly Brakken, talk about our year of training, racing, and also what next year might look like!

The hosts dive into their top three picks for shoes, training locations, and gear for various race distances, from 5Ks to ultramarathons. They reminisce about old-school running experiences and vintage gear, sharing favorite playlists and first running shoes. The conversation shifts to tech quirks with Strava and device syncing, sparking laughs over Bluetooth habits. They also explore running in sports bras and discuss their must-have items for hot weather. This playful banter keeps you engaged as they dissect the essentials for every runner.

The training, the current Pro scene, the race itself, and what Ultramarathon fitness allows you to do makes these the best race distances!

Mary Martin, a race director and software engineer, shares her journey from dance to trail running and her role in the Standhope Ultra Challenge in Idaho. She discusses her motivation to create support for breastfeeding athletes after a challenging postpartum experience. The episode highlights the unique services offered during the race, including nursing tents and breast milk transport. Mary emphasizes the family-oriented and grassroots vibe of the Standhope event, providing practical race advice and encouraging a community focus among runners.