Caleb Bowen | Roots Episode 5

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Roots Running

Al Ferguson and Sean Cate

98 episodes

5 days ago

Roots is a trail and ultrarunning focused show born out of a deep appreciation for the humble origins of our sport, and a dedication to shedding light on stories that won't otherwise be told.

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Roots is a trail and ultrarunning focused show born out of a deep appreciation for the humble origins of our sport, and a dedication to shedding light on stories that won't otherwise be told.

Running

Sports

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Caleb Bowen | Roots Episode 5

Roots Running

1 hour 40 minutes 50 seconds

7 months ago

Caleb Bowen | Roots Episode 5

Alvah and Sean welcome Caleb Bowen to the show this week!

If you enjoyed the show please follow, save, give us a review and feel free to send any questions or comments our way either in the comments section of the podcast or via instagram.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Caleb Bowen and His Journey

03:03 Growth of the Ultra Running Community in West Virginia

06:03 The Impact of Running on Local Communities

09:09 The Allure of Highland Sky Ultra

12:05 Transitioning Between Local and Competitive Races

15:00 Experiences at Canal Corridor and Other Races

32:41 The Coaching Committee and Its Influence

37:44 Balancing Coaching and Personal Goals

46:12 The Pride of West Virginia

49:01 Recruiting and Local Talent

50:36 The Grit of West Virginia's Heritage

53:54 Experiences at Grindstone 100

01:03:44 Reflections on Western States 2023

01:11:10 Coaching Through Disappointment

01:13:30 Facing Redemption at Javelina

01:26:18 Showcasing West Virginia's Beauty through Racing

01:28:22 Future Podcast Directions and Community Stories

Thanks for listening! Catch on the next episode😎