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Join us on a riveting HappyCast episode as Stephanie sits down with trailblazer Mercedes Avery to delve into the nuances of mental health and the journey to the starting line of life's races. In this heartfelt conversation, they explore the challenges and triumphs of preparing mentally and physically for endurance sports and life’s unpredictable moments. Mercedes shares her insights on the importance of mental resilience and how she has learned to adapt and thrive when plans fall apart.This e...

This week on an exciting HappyCast, we sit down with co-host Andrew as he goes over his experience being a part of the most competitive and exciting 200 mile event yet: the 2024 edition of the Cocodona 250! After racing it last year, Andrew goes over his time crewing and pacing, and how the different perspective made him appreciate the race even more. He also talks about the logistics of crewing and pacing this race, and how it is just as fun to support this race as it is to actually run it.A...

This week on HappyCast, we’re taking a moment to catch up with our intrepid hosts, each on a unique journey through the world of trail running and crewing. Dylan is gearing up for a refreshing vacation, stepping away from the rigorous training and races to recharge. Meanwhile, Andrew is embarking on an exciting venture in Arizona, where he’s crewing for our good friend and podcast supporter, Jason Hanley at the Cocodona 250. Andrew talks about the rest of the.Stephanie, not one to rest, ...

Join us for a lively and laughter-filled episode of Happy Cast as we recount the highs and lows of the Captain Mountain 34 Hour Race. Stephanie, alongside guests Moe Villanueva and Shashi Reddy, delve into their experiences tackling this daunting endurance race that pushes runners to their limits and beyond.The episode kicks off with an exploration of the race’s unique setting in the Capitan Mountains, where runners face a continuous 4-mile loop filled with natural beauty and unyielding chall...

Join us on this episode of the HappyCast as we venture to one of the most beautiful places in America, Zion National Park, as we talk about the Zion 100 Ultra Marathon by Vacation races! For this episode, Andrew sits down in the guest chair and is joined by Jessica Schiller as they both detail their experience running the 100 miler. We gain insight and perspective regarding the race itself, as well as the different mindsets going into the race. We hear about their overall thoughts on the...

In this deeply moving episode of Happy Cast, we welcome Rosie Gagnon, an ultra-marathon runner with a mission that goes far beyond physical endurance. Rosie has set herself the extraordinary challenge of completing 100 100-mile races, a goal inspired by the tragic loss of her son, a Marine veteran who struggled with mental health issues after his service and ultimately took his own life. Through her running, Rosie aims to honor her son's memory and raise crucial awareness about the mental hea...