Everyday Ultra How to Overcome Low Points, Prevent Blisters, and Deal with Nausea in an Ultramarathon: Kodiak 100M Q&A
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Oct 31, 2025 Discover essential insights on conquering low points during an ultramarathon. Learn effective strategies for preventing blisters and managing nausea on race day. Joe shares personal reflections from the Kodiak 100M, emphasizing the importance of race selection and adapting training plans. He offers tips on setting A-B-C goals to maintain motivation even when things go awry. Plus, gain unique perspectives on tackling race logistics, including fueling and pacing for midday starts. Tune in for a treasure trove of ultramarathon wisdom!
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Unknown Distance Feels Scarier
- Entering an uncharted distance (e.g., first 100 after 50) raises uncertainty and feels like the 'great unknown'.
Life Load Changed My Racing Plan
- Life changes (puppy, business growth) altered Joe's recovery and made a dense race schedule less sustainable.
A Simple Bulletproof Foot Protocol
- Prevent blisters by drying feet with powder, changing socks every 4–6 hours, wiping feet, and reapplying protection.