The One More Hour Podcast: An Insider’s Guide to Backyard Ultras, Timed Races, and the Ultrarunning Mindset

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Jaci Wilson

7 episodes

3 days ago

Natasha Swartley, an ultra runner and trail race medic specializing in footcare for ultra runners, joins me in a discussion about the importance of foot care for runners. We discuss common foot issues like blisters, the significance of proper shoe fitting, and strategies for maintaining foot health during training and races. Natasha doesn't just fix the feet of runners during races. She becomes the totem pole for the runner as the pain of their feet brings up past pains and traumas. She empha...

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Episodes (7/7)

The One More Hour Podcast: An Insider’s Guide to Backyard Ultras, Timed Races, and the Ultrarunning Mindset

Mastering Footcare in Ultras with Trail Medic Natasha Swartley (aka Thor)

4 days ago

55 minutes

The One More Hour Podcast: An Insider’s Guide to Backyard Ultras, Timed Races, and the Ultrarunning Mindset

Appreciation, Stubbornness & the Joy of Running Loops with Elizabeth Ossers

Running is more than just miles for Elizabeth (she/they). It’s been a constant companion through all seasons of life for the past 25 years, a source of connection, challenge, and adventure. I think Elizabeth says it best: at the most basic level, running allows you to simply move forward. "Why are we walking? No, We can run." In this episode we dive into why Elizabeth loves looped races, tips she has for backyard ultras and timed events, lessons she has learned from past races and what she wi...

1 week ago

1 hour 24 minutes

The One More Hour Podcast: An Insider’s Guide to Backyard Ultras, Timed Races, and the Ultrarunning Mindset

Kayla Fitzgerald, RD, on Ultramarathon Nutrition for Backyard Ultras and Timed Events

Nutrition during backyard ultras or last man standing races is one of the most important elements of training and of the race. HOWEVER, it's one of the things that runners struggle with the most when it comes to ultramarathons. Why? Because everyone is different, you are out there for a LONG time, AND with backyard ultras/last man standing races, you have limited time to problem solve GI issues, dehydration, and other nutrition problems before needing to continue running. What you should eat ...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 18 minutes

The One More Hour Podcast: An Insider’s Guide to Backyard Ultras, Timed Races, and the Ultrarunning Mindset

Your Body Can Handle Far More than Your Mind Will Allow with Nick Steel

Are you limiting yourself to what you think is possible and impossible? What if nothing was impossible? In this episode, Jaci sits down with ultra runner Nick Steele, who shares his incredible journey through running, including his impressive feat of completing 14 100-mile races in 2025 (so far). Nick discusses how running has been a therapeutic outlet for him, helping him cope with mental health challenges. Nick always says "Your body can handle far more than your mind will allow." It's more...

3 weeks ago

50 minutes

The One More Hour Podcast: An Insider’s Guide to Backyard Ultras, Timed Races, and the Ultrarunning Mindset

What is a Backyard Ultra? Origin, concept, rules, and more!

In this episode of The One More Hour Podcast, Jaci Wilson delves into the concept of Backyard Ultras, a unique running format that combines endurance with community spirit. She explains the origins of the Backyard Ultra, its specific rules, and the competitive nature of the races. The episode also touches on the importance of pacing, nutrition, and the community aspect of these events, setting the stage for future discussions on various related topics. Takeaways The Backyard Ultra format wa...

1 month ago

11 minutes

The One More Hour Podcast: An Insider’s Guide to Backyard Ultras, Timed Races, and the Ultrarunning Mindset

Welcome to The One More Hour Podcast

Curious about backyard ultramarathons? What's it like to run with no set ending time or distance? How do you keep going when you get bored? How can I get into ultras without a crew? How far can I go? What is a backyard ultra? How do I approach the backyard different from a set distance ultra or a timed event? There are so many questions! Welcome to The One More Hour Podcast: An Insider’s Guide to Backyard Ultras, Timed Events, and the Ultra Mindset of "one more". If you’re a backyard ultra ru...

1 month ago

18 minutes

The One More Hour Podcast: An Insider’s Guide to Backyard Ultras, Timed Races, and the Ultrarunning Mindset

Trailer

Can you keep going when everything in you wants to stop? Welcome to One More Hour: An Insider’s Guide to Backyard Ultras, Timed Races, and the Ultrarunning Mindset. This podcast dives deep into the ultrarunning mindset and the backyard ultra format, a race where runners cover 4.167 miles every hour on the hour until only one remains. Each week, host Jaci Wilson, ultramarathon and marathon coach, trail runner, and backyard ultra expert, brings you raw stories and expert strategies from athlete...

1 month ago

1 minute