Everyday Ultra

Dive into the secrets of ultrarunning with insights on pacing intervals and the surprising usefulness of treadmills in training. Discover a powerful metric for injury prevention and learn how to fine-tune your nutrition for race day. Unpack the mystery behind cramping during an ultra and explore some of the toughest ultramarathons out there. Balance objective metrics with personal feelings in training, and embrace the unknown challenges ahead. This lively Q&A is packed with tips for both beginners and seasoned runners!

Hunter Leininger, an ultra-endurance athlete known for setting multiple Fastest Known Times, shares his journey of transforming pain into joy during races. He discusses his upcoming Triple Crown of 200s preparation and reveals mental strategies for tackling enduring challenges. With a remarkable history of record-breaking achievements, Hunter emphasizes the importance of mindset, personal growth, and resilient gratitude in ultrarunning. He also highlights the emotional support from family and friends that bolsters performance in extreme conditions.

Training for an ultra requires more than just logging miles and completing workouts; it also requires recovering well, so you can perform your best. It requires you to pivot the plan when things arise in life to make sure you’re still reaching your goals. And it requires you to be intentional in the way you approach your training and races. That’s what Jen Higgins did when she set out to run her first 50 Miler and 100K this past year. And all of these things allowed her to be the first place finisher at both of those races! Jen Higgins is a mother, a mental health professional, and ultrarunner who has completed the 100K, 50 miler, and 50K distances In this episode, Jen shares how she was able to optimize her training and recovery to perform well in her first 50+ mile races, how she pivoted her training when life got crazy, and how she approached her races to get the best results she could get. Huge thank you to Jen for coming on the show! SHOW NOTES: Want to be coached for your next ultramarathon by me and my team, and get 30% off your first month?⁠ ⁠⁠Learn more on this page⁠⁠⁠ to book a free call with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit! Follow Joe on IG:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Try PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 30% off your order, when you buy 3 bottles at playonrelief.com (or use EVERYDAYULTRA for 20% off any order) Try Näak nutrition and get 20% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA20 at naak.com Try Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at janji.com

Erika Auckerman, a devoted mother and passionate runner, shares her inspiring journey of training for the Rim to River 100-mile race while balancing family life and work. She emphasizes the importance of consistency in training and the vital role support systems play in overcoming challenges. Erika candidly discusses 'mom guilt' and how open communication with family can ease the emotional strains of juggling motherhood and athletic pursuits. Her insights on nutrition, mental resilience, and community engagement highlight the multifaceted nature of enduring ultra-running.

Jeff Browning, a legendary ultrarunner with over two dozen 100-mile race wins, shares his insights on mental strategies that enhance performance. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, backed by neuroscience, to avoid quitting during tough races. Jeff also discusses optimizing race logistics, such as effective pacing and crew coordination, which can save valuable time. Furthermore, he highlights the benefits of personal coaching and the impact of quality gear on performance, proving that preparation and mental strength are key to conquering ultramarathons.

Eric Socia, a dedicated family man and full-time worker, recently completed his first 100-mile race, the Run Rabbit Run. In the discussion, he shares how he juggled training with family responsibilities and work commitments. Eric emphasizes the value of personalized coaching to stay on track and adapt when life gets hectic. He also dives into the mental toughness required for ultra running and the beauty of the journey, highlighting that achieving big goals is feasible with the right mindset and support.

Is it possible to run an ultramarathon with no prior background as a runner? Absolutely. And our guest today proves that - as she went from no running or endurance background and 100+ pounds obese to finishing multiple 50Ks in the top 10, completing the Leadville 100M Mountain Bike Race, and finishing her first 50 miler recently! You’ll hear from Christie Brinker on how she was able to transform her life through running, and what were the biggest keys to her success to go from non-runner to runner, while continuing to stay on the path consistently throughout her life. We chat about the most important mindset to have when training for an ultra, what key training strategies that are needed to make massive progress, misconceptions about training that people should avoid, and how to put together a plan that gets you ready for an ultramarathon. Christie is also a coach here at Everyday Ultra and is a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning coach who is committed to helping athletes crush their ultramarathon goals. Huge thank you to Christie for coming on the show! SHOW LINKS: Want to be coached for your next ultramarathon by Christie and me, and get 30% off your first month? Learn more on this page to book a free call with one of our coaches or sign-up to get started! Follow Christie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/cbrink_/ Follow Joe on IG:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Try Näak nutrition and get 20% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA20 at naak.com Try Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at janji.comCheck out Conversational Pace: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ConversationalPace⁠

What does it take to have an amazing race in a type of terrain that is a different style from what you’re normally used to?  For Jeff Mogavero, an accomplished mountain ultrarunner for On Running, he looked to answer that question by racing in the Javelina Jundred 100 miler, just months after completing UTMB. And even though the flatter course was relatively unique territory for Jeff based on his past races, he was able to finish second place and win a Golden Ticket to Western States 100! How did he do it? In this episode he shares his training, race strategy, hydration strategy, and mindset that all led to his special day in the desert. We cover things such as: How to go from mountain training to flat training Optimizing mindset both in training and in the race How to nail hydration (even if it has been a struggle point in the past) How to execute a plan in a race, even when the conditions are tough How to enjoy the process amidst hard training Huge thank you to Jeff for coming on the show! SHOW LINKS: Want to be coached for your next ultramarathon by our team and get 30% off your first month? Send an email to ⁠everydayultrapodcast@gmail.com⁠ to inquire Follow Joe on IG:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/⁠⁠⁠ Listen to INFERNO: Mike Wardian’s Run Through Death Valley and get a discount with code BADWATER at⁠⁠ ⁠http://www.runningscaredmedia.com/shop/inferno⁠⁠⁠ Try PlayOn Pain Relief spray and get 20% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA20 at playonrelief.com Try Näak nutrition and get 20% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA20 at naak.com Try Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at janji.com Check out Conversational Pace: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ConversationalPace Follow Jeff on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeffmogavero/ Jeff's Website: https://www.jeffmogavero.com

In one of the most impressive endurance accomplishments of the year, Tara Dower set the overall Fastest Known Time on the 2,000+ mile Appalachian Trail earlier this year in 40 days , 18 hours, and 6 minutes. It was an attempt that required mental toughness, extensive planning and curiosity, teamwork, and incredible endurance. And in this episode, Tara breaks down her biggest pillars of success as to how she was able to make this accomplishment a reality. So, if you’re going for an FKT attempt or your next big goal, this is the episode for you! In this episode, Tara shares how she was able to keep pushing through on the trail (despite all of the obstacles she faced, physically and mentally), how to optimize your crew to dial in a supported FKT attempt, and how to go into strategizing a huge endurance effort. Huge thank you to Tara for coming on the show! SHOW LINKS: Want to be coached for your next ultramarathon by our team and get 30% off your first month? Visit this link here to book a free consult call OR Send an email to ⁠everydayultrapodcast@gmail.com⁠ to inquire Follow Joe on IG:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/⁠⁠⁠ Try PlayOn Pain Relief spray and get 20% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA20 at playonrelief.com Try Näak nutrition and get 20% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA20 at naak.com Try Janji apparel and get 40% off via their Black Friday Sale or get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at janji.com Tara's Website: https://tara-treks.com/ Tara's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tara.dower/ Tara's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taratreks

When it comes to racing ultramarathons, there will inevitably be mental lows throughout the race. Especially over the course of 200 miles. And for Max Joliffe, when he raced his first 200 miler at the Moab 240, he faced that same challenge. But Max overcame the struggle, and ended up making an epic comeback to solidify a first place and course record finish. That’s not the only comeback Max has made in his life. He also overcame addiction and struggles in life to become sober and turn his life on a positive path. And in this episode, Max shares how anyone can overcome any struggle in their life. Whether its in a 200 mile race, or in everyday life. This is a special episode that will teach you how to solve problems, accomplish your biggest ultra goals, and write the comeback story that will boost your life. Huge thank you to Max for coming on the show! SHOW LINKS: Want to be coached for your next ultramarathon by our team and get 30% off your first month? Send an email to ⁠everydayultrapodcast@gmail.com⁠ to inquire Follow Joe on IG:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/⁠⁠ Listen to INFERNO: Mike Wardian’s Run Through Death Valley and get a discount with code BADWATER at⁠ ⁠http://www.runningscaredmedia.com/shop/inferno⁠⁠ Try PlayOn Pain Relief spray and get 20% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA20 at playonrelief.com Try Näak nutrition and get 20% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA20 at naak.com Try Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at janji.com Follow Max on IG: https://www.instagram.com/woah_max/ Max’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@woah_max Max’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@woah_max