Everyday Ultra

One of the holy grail adventures of ultrarunning is Grand Canyon’s Rim to Rim to Rim: a 47-ish mile adventure with 12,000+ feet of elevation gain that takes runners from one rim of the canyon to the other, and then back to the starting point. Known for its jaw-dropping views, wildly volatile temperature, and brutal climbs, it makes for one of the most unforgettable experiences an ultrarunner can have. I recently completed Rim to Rim to Rim for the very first time with three of my amazing friends, and it was the journey of a lifetime. I know that a ton of listeners would like to complete the challenge one day, so I decided to compile everything someone needs to know and prepare for it in this episode. I chat about when the best time of year to go is, what you need to be careful of, what gear you should bring, a description of the course, mistakes we made (so you don’t have to make them) and so much more. On top of that, I give a recap of our day in the canyon to tell you what it was like. Plus, I even bring on the three savages who completed this run with me: Jordan Moon, Kimo Clark, and Benjamin Holmgren. They all share their perspective about the run, the hilarious stories that ensued, and their biggest lessons learned from the day. They are awesome guys indeed. All in all, if you’re thinking about doing this run: do it. And this episode will set you up for success. Follow Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/ Follow Benjamin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjaminholmgren/ Follow Kimo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tru.xlife/ Follow Jordan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamericanrunner/

One of the toughest accomplishments to achieve in ultrarunning is securing a Golden Ticket spot to Western States 100 by placing in the top 2 of the Canyons 100K race. And today’s guest recently accomplished that feat, even though the race was only his first 100K ever! Adam Peterman is a HOKA athlete who has been taking the ultrarunning world by storm over the last few years in his early career. He won the JFK 50 miler in 2021, nearly breaking a seemingly unreachable course record. And in this year, he took first place at the Canyons 100K race to secure his spot at Western States 100, where he will no doubt be a top contender to look out for in an already stacked field. And in this episode, we dive into Adam’s approach to training and preparation for big races, how he tackles negative thoughts during the middle of a race or on training runs, and what he’s focusing on going into Western States 100. Huge thank you to Adam for making this episode happen! Follow Adam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adampeterman_/?hl=en Check out Adam on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/46782302 Check out Hoka: Hoka.com Follow Joe on Instagram: @joecorcione

This year’s Cocodona 250 was absolutely epic. With a stacked field of some of the best runners in the nation, there was no doubt it was going to be an incredible display of endurance over the course of 250 miles. And today’s guest is the guy who came out on top to win the race in less than 60 hours! Today, we’re chatting with Joe McConaughy, best known as “The Stringbean” in the ultrarunning community. Joe is not only an accomplished ultrarunner, but also an accomplished thru-hiker/fastpacker who has amassed FKTs on the Arizona Trail, Appalachian Trail, the Pacific Coast Trail and more. On top of an amazing ultrarunning career, Joe also runs his own coaching business to help other aspiring runners to accomplish their biggest goals. In this episode, Joe discusses his entire journey through Cocodona 250, the strategies he used to help him get through the low points in the race, and how he capitalized on his lead in the race to secure the sub-60 hour effort. Stringbean’s website: https://thestringbean.co/ Stringbean’s coaching options: https://thestringbean.co/coaching/ Follow Stringbean on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestring.bean/ Check out Brooks Running: https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us Watch Stringbean’s Appalachian Trail documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCy7ASKYLto

I’ve asked tons of ultrarunners what their #1 tip is for being a better athlete every day. And the most common answer by far? Be more consistent. Meaning, you make running a part of your routine, and you stick with it on a near daily basis. Our guest today, Andrew Glaze, is the perfect example of what it means to be consistent, as he is currently on a 111-week streak of running 100 mile weeks! Totally crazy. Andrew is one of the most passionate ultrarunners you’ll ever meet, as his love for running is unmatched. He has completed tons of ultra races, logged an insane amount of miles on his feet (with him ranking in the top 10 in the world on Strava at times), and documents his entire journey for all to be inspired by on social media. On top of being an avid ultrarunner, he is also a firefighter/first responder and shows up as a loving husband and father to his family. He lives by the amazing phrase: “smile or you’re doing it wrong”, and his incredible energy has inspired thousands on social media, gaining him over 100k followers on TikTok. In this episode, Andrew talks about how he’s able to stay so consistent with his running (so you can too), how he manages his time to get in his training and still show up fully in his job and family, and why running slow is actually the key to performing better. Follow Andrew on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amglaze/ Follow Andrew on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@glazeruns

It’s one thing to win a race. But it’s a whole new game when it comes to breaking course records. And our guest for this episode can tell you all about that, as she recently broke the female solo record for a 290 mile race called The Speed Project last March. Today’s guest is Shelby Farrell, who is an athlete, ultrarunner, Adidas crew runner, and is the Partnerships Marketing Manager for COROS Global. Shelby has completed tons of marathons, ultramarathons, Cocodona 250, and most recently, The Speed Project on a solo attempt. She lives life to the fullest, embodies the mentality of a hunter, and is never afraid to back down on a challenge. In this episode, Shelby discusses the full recap of her record-breaking run at The Speed Project (along with how she did it), what it’s like to really dial in a race and crew strategy that works, and the amazing benefits that come from using cannabis while running. Follow Shelby on IG: @shelbzzf Check out Shelby’s website: https://www.shelbzzf.com/about Check out COROS (the best running watch out there, for real): https://coros.com/

Sometimes, it takes more than an organized ultra race to push our limits. And that means finding ways to set our own challenges to really see what we’re made of. For today’s guest, that means running across America, completing the Colorado Crush (running the Leadville Marathon, Leadville 50 miler, Leadville 100, running the entire Colorado Trail, and climbing every 14er in Colorado in a span of ONLY a few months), and running farther than how far a Tesla can go on full-charge. Robbie Ballenger is the man who has completed all of those challenges. Robbie Balenger is an ultra-endurance athlete who has completed multiple feats of physical and mental accomplishment during his athletic career, and is a world record holder. He is well-known for completing these challenges all on a plant-based diet, and through an innovative sleep technology called NuCalm. And on top of that, he has a mindset and drive like no other, always trying to find the edge of his limits, and then looking to see how he can break through them. Robbie has also been featured on the Rich Roll Podcast, and The Bare Performance Podcast. In this episode, Robbie talks about the real secrets to his incredible endurance accomplishment, tips that anyone can use to complete their own endurance challenges, and why a plant-based diet and NuCalm has been so crucial to his success. Follow Robbie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbiebalenger/ Try NuCalm with Robbie’s Special Offer: https://nucalm.com/robbie-balenger Have a suggestion for an episode? DM @joecorcione on Instagram

Is it possible to transform your entire life, even when it seems so incredibly dark? Our guest today is the perfect example of showing that it most certainly is. Brandon Stutzman dealt with homelessness, depression, and a rough childhood during the early years of his life. But through taking control of his mind, as well as finding passion through ultra running, he was able to turn it all around. And now, he’s gearing up to attempt his first ever 100-mile race, along with completing 1,000 pull-ups throughout the attempt, all self-supported. And he’s raising money for the homeless shelter he was a part of when he was growing up. Truly incredible! Brandon is also a content creator and videographer who has shot content for tons of ultrarunners around the country. He even directed and produced his own documentary called “For the Kids” which is available on YouTube, and in the link below. In this episode, Brandon discusses why ultrarunning has played such a huge role in his transformation, tools that he uses to level up his own mindset, and how to bounce back from the dark points in your life (whether it be during an ultra or in your day-to-day life). Donate to Brandon’s fundraiser for his 100-mile + 1,000 pull-up attempt by the link in his IG bio: @shotbystutz Follow Brandon on IG: @shotbystutz Watch Brandon’s Documentary, “For the Kids”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8wxjzN5jBk&t=531s

Every ultrarunner has a story. We all have that one race that totally changed our life. We all have those internal struggles that led us to want to continue to push ourselves. And we all have that inner desire to strive for bigger goals, while enjoying the rewards that come from each finish line. And in this episode, I share my own story. As the Everyday Ultra Podcast grew, many of you have been asking to have someone interview me: so, that’s exactly what this is episode is. Today, I pass off the interviewing role to Chris Ronzio, the Founder and CEO of Trainual, and Jonathan Ronzio, the CMO of Trainual, who are both the incredible leaders I work with at my day job at Trainual. These two amazing guys asked me some deep questions about my background, how I got into ultrarunner, my approach to training and life, and lessons that everyone can apply to be a better endurance athlete, every day. This is my story. And I hope that there’s something to learn from my journey that will help you conquer your biggest challenges, while also creating the fulfilling life that you desire for yourself. Follow Joe on Instagram: @joecorcione Follow Chris Ronzio on Instagram: @chrisronzio Follow Jonathan on Instagram: @jonathanronzio Listen to Jonathan’s podcast, The Stokecast: https://exploreinspired.com/stokecast/ Listen to Chris’s podcast, Organize Chaos: https://www.chrisronzio.com/podcasts

The 100-mile distance is the gold standard for ultra runners. And chances are if you are in the ultra endurance world, you've probably thought about completing one (if you haven't already).  So, in this episode, I'm breaking down all of the tips that helped me finish my 100 mile race, along with all of the things I WISH I would have known before going into the race - so you don't make the same mistakes that I did. In this episode, I'll cover what to do the week before a 100 miler, how to approach pacing, strategies for drop bags and aid stations, tips to keep your mind in a strong place, and some crazy things you'll have to watch out for. I'll also be covering my experience through my first 100 mile race at the Zion 100 in detail, so you can get a firsthand look into what an 100 mile race looks like from the perspective of the runner. Enjoy the episode, and go crush your 100 miles! If you'd like any additional insight that I didn't cover in this episode, shoot me a DM on Instagram @joecorcione and I'll be happy to help. Also, here is the episode where I cover nutrition in detail, which is the same strategy I used for my 100 mile race: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Lg3HKSi4cXib79YSqTdLy?si=908c56d259114a91

How to Break Your Negative Thinking During an Ultra, with Katelyn Johnson. One of the hardest things about running an Ultra is battling with the negative thoughts, beliefs, and comments that flood into our heads. “You can’t finish this”. “This hurts so damn bad”. “I’m never going to make it” Heard these before inside your head during an ultra or in training? If so, this episode is totally for you. Today, we chat with Mindset Coach and Ultrarunner, Katelyn Johnson! Katelyn is an expert in rewiring negative beliefs, breaking negative thought patterns, and healing past trauma that holds her clients back. On top of that, she is also an accomplished Ultrarunner, who has won the Jackpot 100 Miler and came in the top 5 of the Antelope 100. In this episode, Katelyn discusses how you can overcome the negative thoughts and beliefs that pop up in an Ultra, how to bulletproof your mindset so you can beat any challenge, and how to trick your brain to keep going (even when it doesn’t want to). Follow Katelyn on Instagram: @katelynopalmindsetcoach Apply to work with Katelyn: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFeDlGv7_57529vJk60TGxr_fBCC_zhXV1agJeF_sh7pXQ-A/viewform