Everyday Ultra

When it comes to fielding advice on training for an ultramarathon, Scott Traer is one of the go-to guys in the sport to listen to. With an impressive ultra running career with epic accomplishments including securing a Golden Ticket at Black Canyon 100k, placing in the top 10 at Western States 100, and winning the Hennepin 100, he has built a name for himself as one of the most notable runners in the sport. Scott Traer is also a UESCA certified coach who helps endurance athletes accomplish their biggest goals through his RunFastah coaching business. He is also the Race Director of the Desert Runner Trail series run by Aravaipa Running in Arizona. And the most notable event he’s leading later this year? The McDowell Mountain Frenzy 50 Miler - where the first place male and female will receive a 1-year sponsorship to Salomon; an epic prize for any amateur runner! In this episode, Scott not only breaks down everything about Frenzy, but he also dives into how he approaches his training, the keys to nail your next ultra on race day, and how to optimally hydrate so that you perform excellently. Huge thanks to Scott for making this happen! Follow Scott on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runfastah/ Work with Scott as a coach: http://www.runfastah.com/ Sign up for the McDowell Mountain Frenzy 50 Miler: https://www.aravaiparunning.com/mcdowell-mountain-frenzy/

Heart rate is one of the most important metrics to track when it comes to training for an ultramarathon. It can be a sign of your overall fitness, day-to-day fatigue, and can help you gauge intensity zones during your run workouts. So, how do you utlize heart rate when it comes to training for an ultramarathon? There are a lot of different schools of thought when it comes to this, but I’ll share the science, what’s worked for me, and what I’ve seen other successful ultra runners do when it comes to heart rate training. That way, you’ll know exactly how to incorporate it next time you hit the trails, the track, or the road. In this episode, I cover how to assess if heart rate training is the best method for you (hint: it’s not for everyone), how to use heart rate to measure your fitness, and what optimal heart rates you should be shooting for in your training sessions. Follow Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/

When it comes to mountain races, one race stands out above them all: the legendary UTMB starting in Chamonix, France. Covering 107 miles and 32,000+ ft of climbing, it challenges even the best of the best runners in the sport. And today, we chat with the man who placed 16th in the legendary race in his first (but certainly not his last) finish at UTMB: Jeff Mogavero! Jeff is a professional ultra runner for HOKA, who has nabbed tons of podium finishes at epic races such as Run Rabbit Run and the Broken Arrow 52k. He is also a running coach with Alpine Running Guides, who has helped tons of runners achieve their biggest goals. He also holds the FKT for the Teton Crest Trail, which is one of the most epic long-distance trails in the world. Jeff joins us in this episode coming off of his epic finish at UTMB, and describes his incredible race in detail; including how he pushed through massive adversity to not only finish the race, but to also finish in the top 20. We also discuss his awesome early adventures into the world of ultrarunning, what his training looked like going into UTMB, and how he was able to build massive belief in himself as a runner to accomplish his biggest goals. Huge thank you to Jeff for making this happen! Follow Jeff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffmogavero/ Jeff’s Website: https://www.jeffmogavero.com/ Alpine Running Guides: https://www.alpinerunningguides.com/coaching Follow Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/

The John Muir Trail is known as one of the most brutal FKTs on a thru-hike to nab in the United States; especially if you’re going for the fastest known time on that trail. It’s short enough to need speed. But the terrain and elevation gain is tough enough to challenge even the most seasoned thru-hiker. So, when Jeff Garmire ventured out to break the unsupported FKT for the JMT, he knew he was in for a challenge. But despite the difficulty of it all, Jeff got it done and secured the FKT in 3 days, 47 minutes, and 56 seconds. Jeff Garmire is one of the most accomplished thru-hikers of all time, having over 15 FKTs under his belt, including ones on the Arizona Trail, Colorado Trail, Long Trail, and now, the JMT. He has also completed the Calender Year Triple Crown, which consists of completing the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail all in one calendar year. He is also the author of the book, Free Outside, which chronicles his Calendar Year Triple Crown Journey. In this episode, Jeff breaks down the details, stories, and challenges he faced on his JMT unsupported FKT. Plus, he shares how he was able to get over the mental challenges that came from starting and completing the challenge. And he shares the importance of doing big challenges that scare the heck out of you. This is an episode you do not want to miss! Jeff is also coming out with a new film called Free Outside, which documents his unsupported FKT of the Colorado Trail in an epic production that captures the challenge in a way where no unsupported FKT has been documented before. Here’s the link to check out the trailer for Free Outside: https://freeoutside.com/film/ Follow Jeff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreeoutside/ Check out Jeff’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1733487506/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1733487506&linkCode=as2&tag=gar151520-20&linkId=6bee6188005501a108671fe727591857 Follow Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/

This year’s CCC race in Chamonix for the female field ended up being one of the fastest to date. So, coming in the top 10 for this year’s race was no easy feat. But despite the tough competition, our guest today was able to dominate the field on her very first CCC attempt and place in 7th in this year’s race! Erin Clark is a professional trail runner for HOKA based out of Missoula, MT. She won the Golden Ticket at the Bandera 100K in 2021, raced at the collegiate level for the University of Colorado, and most recently placed 7th for females at this year’s CCC race in Chamonix. In this episode (which happens to be our very first post-UTMB recap episode!), Erin breaks down the details, stories, and insights from her epic race at CCC. Most notably, she shares how she was able to harness her mindset to serve her best while she was out in the race, and what her big key takeaways to her success were. Erin also shares how she trained for CCC, what her top 10 finish meant to her, and reflects on the massive growth she’s had as an athlete over the past few years. HUGE thank you and shoutout to Erin for coming on the podcast! She is truly awesome! Follow Erin on IG: https://www.instagram.com/erin_elizabeth41/ Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/

Western States 100 is one of the most legendary ultra marathons in the world, and is a bucket list race for most athletes in the sport. Serving as the oldest 100 mile race in the US, as well as one of the most competitive races, it is hailed as the most iconic ultra in the United States. Today, we sit down with someone who had the incredible opportunity of running Western States 100 this year, collected some epic stories during the race, and finished it. We’re speaking with Emerson Hay! Emerson is an ultra runner based out of Australia who has completed multiple endurance races over his career. For Emerson, ultra running is a hobby that he is super passionate about and dives fully into. For anyone who is looking for inspiration on what it takes to live an “Everyday Ultra” lifestyle, Emerson is someone you should look to! In this episode, Emerson discusses his expierience racing at Western States 100 for the first time, awesome stories that he had during the race, and how he prepared for the big day. Try out PREPD Hydration for 10% off with code JOE10 at checkout: https://prepdhydration.com.au/

Getting physical therapy treatment is becoming a staple for runners across the country. And for good reason. Because whether you’re looking to rehab a current injury, or prevent one from popping up during your training, working with a physical therapist can help you stay on the path towards your running goals. But with all the options for physical therapy, health insurance limitations, and so many different approaches to treatment, it can be overwhelming to pick the right physical therapist for your running lifestyle. That’s why I brought on my good friend and licensed physical therapist, Dr. Kayleigh Coffman on the show today! Kayleigh is a physical therapist at Launch Physical Therapy located in the Phoenix, AZ area, and she has tons of experience treating athletes who are looking to rehab and/or prevent injuries. In this episode, Kayleigh breaks down everything you need to know to find the best physical therapist for you. From busting common PT myths, to sharing suggestions on which types of treatment are ideal, to breaking down the key principles you need to address when working with a PT, Kayleigh covers it all! She’s super knowledgeable and has a wealth of knowledge in the PT world; so, it’s no surprise that she delivers on this value-packed episode! Huge shoutout to Kayleigh for being such an awesome guest! Follow Kayleigh on IG:https://www.instagram.com/dr.kayleighcoffman_dpt/ Check out Launch Physical Therapy: ​​https://www.launchphysicaltherapy.com/ Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/

When people set a goal in running, the first thing that people naturally start planning out is their training plan. And of course, training plans are totally important! But what is just as important (and maybe even more important) is how you build your mindset going into a big running goal. And today’s guest is an incredible example of someone who has mastered his mindset to accomplish big goals in his very early running career! Today, we have the honor and privilege of chatting with Matt Choi! Matt is an accomplished runner, athlete, and content creator who is currently inspiring hundreds of thousands of people across the world with his inspirational message. Matt has completed one of the toughest 100 milers in the United States, qualified for the Boston Marathon by running a sub 3 hour marathon, and has completed other ultras in only a 3-year span of running. How did he do it? He explains all about it in this episode, so you can accomplish any running goal that you set your mind to! In this episode, Matt shares the most important mental skills you must develop to truly be successful in running, the steps to take to accomplish any running goal, and valuable lessons he learned from running his first 100 miler. HUGE thank you to Matt for this episode! This is a must-listen! Also, we are joined by a co-host and my very good friend, Ryan Kalan on this episode as well! Follow Matt on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mattchoi6 Follow Matt on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mattchoi_6/ Matt’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXSSvV5QYzdOIzzOpP5xnzA Matt’s 100 Miler Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZumLgNttU4 Follow Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/ Follow Ryan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachkal_13/

The three worst letters in the ultra world are DNF, all because they stand for “Did Not Finish” and mark the incompletion of a race that you probably worked hard to train for. DNF’s are painful. There is no way around it. Especially after you likely put in tons of time and energy to prepare for your race, only to have it not go the way that you intended. So, in this episode, I share tons of tips to help you prevent a DNF in your next race as best as you possibly can, based on my experience of finishing tons of ultras. But since I have also dealt with a DNF in the past, I share from my mistakes as well. And if you are currently dealing with a DNF, I totally get it. And that is why I included some tips on how to deal with and bounce back from a DNF so you can get back on the path to redemption in your next ultra. Follow Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/ Check out PREPD Hydration and get 10% off with code JOE10 at checkout: https://prepdhydration.com.au/ Episode on Nutrition: https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/e1ccls9

For runners, there never is a one-size-fits all option when it comes to training. Everyone comes from different backgrounds, different lifestyles, and different preferences. So, when you approach your training plan for your next big goal, it’s crucial to be aware of your own specific needs before diving into the miles. Thankfully, Forrest Boughner joins us today on the podcast to share his tips and suggestions on how to best shape your training when it comes to running! Forrest is the Lead Guide and Coach for Alpine Running Guides, which is a coaching and guiding company for runners. Forrest has 12+ years of coaching experience, holds course records and podiums across the West, and is a USATF Certified Coach. He has extensive experience and knowledge when it comes to trail running, mountain running, and road running so he’s the go-to guy for this episode! In this episode, Forrest shares his suggestions on the most important things to consider when diving into a training block, how to fit in your everyday lifestyle with running, and how to approach your training in a sustainable way. Plus, Forrest is hosting a winter trail running retreat in Tucson, AZ this upcoming January! Join him and Adam Peterman (yep, the Western States 100 champion!) for days of running tons of trails, exploring the beautiful AZ desert, great food, and comfortable lodging. You can sign up here to save your spot: https://www.alpinerunningguides.com/team/forrest-boughner Check out Alpine Running Guides: https://www.alpinerunningguides.com/ Follow Forrest on IG: https://www.instagram.com/forrestboughner/ Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/