This episode is hosted by my long-time friend Lowell Greene. We talk about attitudes and strategies around ultrarunning as well as my motivation for engaging in the sport.
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Ken Ward is an ultrarunner out of Corvallis, OR. Check out his ultrasignup here.
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In this episode, Andrew Miller discusses his experience winning the Western States race and the pressure and expectations that followed. He emphasizes the importance of community and the support he receives in his hometown of Corvallis. Andrew also shares his involvement in race organization and trail building. He provides tips for uphill running and discusses his coaching approach. The conversation concludes with a discussion on future trail races and nutrition. In this conversation, Andrew Miller discusses various aspects of ultra running, including aid station food, coaching and race planning, exploring new training ideas, multi-sport athletes, preparing for a 200-mile race, the appeal of longer races, the broad spectrum of ultra running, and future challenges and FKTs. He also talks about the challenges of traveling for races.
Takeaways
Managing pressure and expectations is crucial for maintaining enjoyment in running.
Community support and involvement can greatly enhance the running experience.
Trail building and volunteering are important ways to give back to the running community.
To improve uphill running, it is important to find a balance between running and hiking, and to focus on building strength and aerobic fitness.
Coaching can be beneficial for runners of all levels, and beginners often see the most progress. Consider bringing your own food to aid stations to avoid potential allergens and save time.
Coaching involves not only training plans but also helping athletes set realistic race schedules.
There is still much to be discovered in the sport of ultra running, and athletes from different sports bring new perspectives and ideas.
Multi-sport athletes can benefit from cross-training and specific training for their chosen discipline.
Preparing for a 200-mile race requires attention to detail and taking care of non-running aspects such as foot care.
Longer races offer unique challenges and require patience and careful planning.
Ultra running encompasses a wide range of events, from road races to FKT attempts, providing opportunities for different types of athletes.
There are still many unexplored challenges and FKT opportunities in the world of ultra running.
Traveling for races can be exhausting, and it's important to consider the logistics and time commitment involved.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Western States Win
03:24 Pressure and Expectations After Western States
07:07 Dealing with Pressure and Expectations
09:13 Running Alone vs. Running with Others
11:04 The Importance of Community
12:18 Involvement in Race Organization
14:15 The Culture of Service in Corvallis
17:30 Trail Building and Volunteering
23:19 Tips for Uphill Running
26:01 Coaching and Target Audience
36:42 Future Trail Races and Nutrition
40:40 Aid Station Food and Self-Sufficiency
42:09 Coaching and Race Planning
44:17 Exploring New Training Ideas
46:30 Multi-Sport Athletes
47:32 Preparing for a 200-Mile Race
51:11 The Appeal of Longer Races
56:24 The Broad Spectrum of Ultra Running
57:02 Future Challenges and FKTs
58:08 The Challenges of Traveling for Races
Summary
In this conversation, Pam Smith discusses various aspects of training and racing in ultramarathons. She shares her fitness ethos and the importance of terrain-specific training. Pam also talks about creative training methods and the challenges of training without access to certain resources. She discusses injury prevention and rehabilitation, as well as the mental challenges of aging as an athlete. Pam shares insights into her training approach, including back-to-back long runs and tapering strategies. She also discusses the impact of elite runners on the running community and the importance of mentoring and inspiring others. Pam provides valuable advice on training for 24-hour races, heat training, and cooling strategies. She also shares her nutrition and fueling strategies, as well as her approach to foot care and training for wet conditions. The conversation concludes with a discussion on future race plans and goals.
Takeaways
Fitness is the key to running success, making it easier to tackle various terrains and challenges.
Training should be adaptable and creative, especially when resources are limited.
Injury prevention and rehabilitation are crucial for long-term success in running.
Mental strength and a positive mindset are essential for aging athletes.
Mentoring and inspiring others can bring joy and purpose to running.
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Find your coach at TeamRunRun.com and use code 15extratomorrows at checkout for $15 off your first month of coaching.
Cover photo by the one and only Anastasia Wilde.
Team RunRun believes there is a coach for every runner. From beginners to pros, 5ks to ultras, trails, and roads, they have a coach to fit every running goal and budget. Fully individualized, never cookie cutter, they aim to provide every runner with their own personal expert on their running journey. Be accountable, achieve more, and love running!
The photo for this episode cover is by Anastasia Wilde.
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