Everyday Ultra

Adam Peterman took the ultra running world by storm when he became the new champion of the legendary Western States 100 race this past June, adding to his already impressive resume in the running world. Having won every single ultra he’s participated in, HOKA athlete Adam Peterman has solidified himself as one of the best athletes in the ultra running sport to date. Not only did he win Western States (which was his first 100 miler ever to make things even more impressive), he also won the Canyons 100k, the JFK 50 miler, and the Speedgoat 50k by breaking Jim Walmsley’s seemingly unreachable course record. All back-to-back-to-back. The dude is on such a hot streak! In this episode, I joined Adam in his hometown of Missolua, Montana where he recapped his entire Western States experience, along with his biggest takeaways of what led to his success during his epic win. Adam covers it all in this episode: from incredible race stories at Western, to training tips and strategies, to mindset and the mental game; it’s all in this episode. And it’s definitely my favorite episode that we’ve done to date. This is also Adam’s second appearance on the Everyday Ultra podcast - so if you’re interested in learning more about his background and training philosophy, feel free to tune in to the episode we did with him earlier in the year! Huge thank you to Adam Peterman for making this interview happen! He is one of the kindest dudes I’ve met in the ultra community and such an awesome friend. Follow Adam on IG: https://www.instagram.com/adampeterman_/ Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/ Get 10% off any one-time order of PREPD Hydration with code JOE10 at www.prepdhydration.com.au

One of the hottest formats in Ultrarunning is the backyard ultra; which is a format that takes place in, you guessed it: a backyard. The rules are simple: every hour, you’ll run a 4.167 mile loop until you can’t anymore. But there’s a catch: you have to finish the loop before the hour ends. And you keep going until there is only one person left in the race. If you’re thinking about training for a backyard ultra, want to dive deep into what a backyard ultra race looks like, or are just curious to learn more about the format, this is the episode for you! Today we have on Chris Murphy who is an accomplished ultra runner hailing from Australia. Chris has completed Big’s Backyard Ultra, (add stats here) And in this episode, Chris breaks down all of the nitty-gritty details behind how he trained for these races, what his best advice is for backyard ultras, and some amazing stories from his experience. Huge shoutout to Chris for coming on the episode here! Follow Chris on IG: https://www.instagram.com/cmurphyrun/ Follow Chris on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/18151672?oq=chris%20murphy Get 10% off PREPD Hydration by using code: JOE10 at checkout at www.prepdhydration.com.au

Running in the heat is absolutely brutal. Whether you’re dealing with the muggy, humid heat. Or scorching dry temperatures of the desert or alpine mountains, running in the heat is a struggle for most runners. But, it doesn’t have to be that way! In fact, there are simple tricks and training approaches that can make running in the heat an easier task, more enjoyable, and less of a damper when it comes to your training. Taking my own experience of running in the 100+ degree weather heat in Arizona and from chatting with some of the world’s best heat runners, I decided to put together this episode to share 5 tips that can help you improve your running in super hot weather. Whether you implement one or all five of these tips, I’m sure there is something in this episode that will help you greatly! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/?hl=en Get 10% off your order of PREPD Hydration with code JOE10 at www.prepdhydration.com.au

When it comes to mental toughness and a “no quit” attitude when it comes to ultra running, Katie Asmuth embodies these qualities to the fullest. But not only is she tough; she also is filled with tons of gratitude, love, and admiration for the sport of ultrarunning. Which is likely one of the many reasons why she is one of the top athletes in the sport. Katie Asmuth is a professional trail runner residing in Mammoth Lakes, CA and is sponsored by Saucony, Nathan, XOSKIN, and Fluid Sports Nutrition. She has podiumed tons of ultramarathons, including winning the Bandera 100k, the Black Canyon 60k, and coming in second in IMTUF 100. She has also placed in the top 10 of Western States 100 twice. She is also a mother of two and nurse practitioner, which is incredibly inspiring! Coming off an awe-inspiring effort at the 2022 Western States 100 where she finished in the top 10 despite massive GI issues, Katie shares her biggest takeaways from the race and the mindset she harnessed when things got incredibly tough for her. She also shares the biggest lessons she’s learned along her running journey, as well as some amazing stories from the Western States race. Huge thank you to Katie for coming on the show and for being so amazing! Follow Katie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kt_asmuth/ Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/ Use Code JOE10 at prepdhydration.com.au for 10% off your order on any hydration products

Often times, there are runners who seem to take the competitive field by storm; winning a ton of races and doing so in impressive times. And today’s guest definitely falls into that category, as he’s been racking up tons of wins in the ultra scene over the past year. His resume includes winning the 2021 Javelina Jundred to secure his Golden Ticket into Western States 100, winning the Mochican 100 miler, winning the Burning River 100 miler, and winning the Umstead 100 miler. Today’s guest is the amazing Arlen Glick! Arlen is an ultrarunner hailing from the great state of Ohio, and is one of the most well known ultra runners from that area. He is currently getting ready to race in this weekend’s Western States 100, as it is his first time toeing the line in Olympic Valley for the legendary race. In this episode, Arlen shares how he progressed so quickly in the world of ultrarunning, stories on how he was able to pull off massive comebacks in an ultramarathon, and how he’s preparing for Western States 100. Follow Arlen on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/47004437?oq=arle Check out U R Ultra to host your own race (or sign up for one): https://urultra.com/about-ur/

If you’re an endurance athlete, there’s no doubt you’re spending a ton of time when it comes to training. And sometimes, spending all of that time out on the trails or the roads can lead to a sense of burnout, lack of enjoyment, or a feeling of stagnation. But, with a shift in your mindset and approaching the way you train, you can not only avoid burning out in your training; but you can also deepen your love for running and endurance. And in this episode, we feature hybrid athlete, ultrarunner, and content creator, Mak Smith on the podcast who delivers an absolute masterclass when it comes to deepening your love for endurance in a sustainable way. Mak has completed multiple ultramarathons, competes at the Elite level in Spartan Races and HYROX races, and also ventures into the world of backpacking. She is extremely popular on TikTok and social media, as her unwavering authenticity through her content and sharing her journey has grabbed the hearts of thousands. Plus, she is also the host of the podcast, Gremlin Talk, where she covers everything from embracing your inner wildness, to navigating dating in your twenties to, developing a healthy relationship with running and training. Throughout her way, Mak has found a way to approach training for all of these sports that leaves her more fulfilled and joyous; and in this episode she covers how you can do the same thing in your training. Follow Mak on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@makontherun Follow Mak on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maksheasmith/ Listen to Mak’s Podcast, Gremlin Talk: https://linktr.ee/makenassmith PREPD Hydration - Get 10% off with code: JOE10: https://prepdhydration.com.au/

When it comes to the best of the best in ultrarunning, Zach Bitter is a name that undoubtedly is included in that list. Known for his incredibly fast times out on the trails and the track in ultra-distances, Zach has accomplished some incredible feats in the world of ultrarunning. To name a few of his many accomplishments, Zach has broken the record for fastest 100 mile time at 11 hours, 19 minutes, and 13 seconds. He broke the 12 hour record for miles ran in that timeframe at 104.88 miles. And he is a three time National Champion, winning the 50 mile distance twice and the 100km distance once. He is also a running coach who works with tons of athletes to help them hit their running goals and crush their races. In fact, Zach is my current running coach and helped me accomplish my first 100 mile finish! On top of that, Zach also hosts the Human Performance Outliers Podcast, where he features the world’s top athletes to share how their best tips and strategies for high performance. Plus, he’s been featured on The Joe Rogan Podcast, and has been the coach to many influential athletes, such as Nick Bare. So, to say the least, it was so special to have him on the Everyday Ultra podcast! In this episode, Zach shares his training philosophy and what has led to his own success, how you can run a faster ultramarathon, and mental tricks that you can use to hack your brain to keep pushing whenever it gets tough. Whether you’re a beginner to the world of ultrarunning, or a seasoned veteran of the sport, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! Zach’s Website: https://zachbitter.com/ Work with Zach as your coach, or invest in one of his training plans: https://zachbitter.com/coaching Listen to the Human Performance Outliers Podcast: https://zachbitter.com/hpo Follow Zach on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachbitter/

The Arizona Trail is known as one of the gnarliest, most volatile, and grueling long trails in the United States. So, getting an FKT (Fastest Known Time) on the AZT is a tall, difficult order. But very recently, Katie Brown absolutely smashed the self-supported female FKT on the AZT in an astonishing 17 days, 19 hours, and 52 minutes! And today, she is our guest on the show. Katie Brown is an ultrarunner, accomplished thru-hiker, and endurance athlete who has completed tons of the world’s most epic trails, such as the Appalachian Trail and the Continental Divide Trail. And most recently, she completed the Arizona Trail, grabbing the self-supported female FKT. In this episode, Katie breaks down her entire FKT journey on the Arizona Trail, how she was able to bounce back quickly from the low points, and what her biggest takeaways were from the entire experience. Follow Katie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaytebrown/ Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/

It’s no surprise that ultrarunning takes a ton of time to dedicate towards training, racing, and recovery. And sometimes, if left unchecked, the busy schedule of an ultrarunner can stray all of the other aspects of life away; including personal relationships. But, there are ways to stay on track with your training while also maintaining amazing personal relationships. And that is exactly what our guests cover today in our episode. Today, we have on Melody and Jacob Bateman on the podcast! They are a married couple who are both ultrarunners, and often train and race with each other. They have completed an 100 mile race together, and share their tips and insights with other aspiring ultrarunners through their own podcast, The Trail to 100 Podcast. In this episode, Melody and Jacob discuss how they are able to approach their own romantic relationship while maintaining their ultra training schedules, how they were able to complete their self-supported 100 mile race together, and tips on how you can crush your first 100 mile race (regardless if you do it with your partner or not) Check out the Trail to 100 Podcast: https://trailto100.buzzsprout.com/ Follow Jacob and Melody on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trailto100/ Get 10% off your order of PREPD Hydration with code: JOE10 at https://prepdhydration.com.au/ Follow Joe on Instagram: @joecorcione

In endurance, the whole game changes when you attempt a challenge that spans multiple days. Whether it’s a 200+ mile trail race, a long fastpacking trip, or a thru-hike, you’ll be facing a ton of obstacles that never appear on a traditional 1-day ultra. And if there’s someone who has mastered conquering those obstacles in multi-day events (while also having a hell of a lot of fun doing it), it’s today’s guest: Jeff Garmire. Jeff is a pro endurance athlete and an accomplished thru-hiker who has broken 17 trail records, including the Colorado Trail Unsupported FKT, the Arizona Trail self-supported FKT, and Long Trail unsupported FKT. He’s also completed the Calendar Triple Crown which consists of hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail, and Continental Divide all in one year. And most recently, he placed 5th in the Cocodona 250, which was his second completion of that race. This dude is simply incredible! Jeff is also the founder of backpackingroutes.com, which is a website that’ll help you find your next backpacking routes and adventures. He is also the author of the book, The Free Outside. In this episode, Jeff discusses his best advice to tackling multi-day endurance events, how he approaches training for these events, and what his favorite mental hacks are for tricking your brain to keep going when you hit the inevitable low points. Follow Jeff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreeoutside/ Visit Backpacking Routes to find your next adventure: backpackingroutes.com Jeff’s book, The Free Outside: http://freeoutside.com/jeff-garmire/free-outside-a-trek-against-time-and-distance/ Jeff’s website: http://freeoutside.com/ To get 10% off PREPD Hydration, use code JOE10 for any one time purchase at checkout here: https://prepdhydration.com.au/