100 episodes

Becoming Ultra is following the journey's of runners who are being coached by some of the best coaches in the sport. The runners coaching calls and journey is documented on this podcast and social media. Along the way will be coaching tips, race directors perspective, and the stories of elite and everyday runners on their first Ultra run!

Becoming Ultra Athlete On Fire

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    • 4.8 • 112 Ratings

Becoming Ultra is following the journey's of runners who are being coached by some of the best coaches in the sport. The runners coaching calls and journey is documented on this podcast and social media. Along the way will be coaching tips, race directors perspective, and the stories of elite and everyday runners on their first Ultra run!

    My First Ultra: 123 Chad Sullivan

    My First Ultra: 123 Chad Sullivan

    Chad Sullivan is a father, husband, writer, and ultra runner. He is the creator of Hard Prairie, a magazine and website that highlights the trail and ultra running community with human stories of vulnerability and beautiful photography that compliments each story.
    We talked with Chad about his journey to sobriety and the changes it brought to his life. We learn about Chad’s running background and how he found his way to writing for Eat Clean, Run Dirty magazine and eventually starting Hard Prairie, a story telling magazine. Chad discusses how the ultra-running community has supported him and impacted his life. His passion for connecting people through stories is inspiring. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did.
    IG - ultra.sully
    hardprairie.com 

    • 53 min
    Ultra Nutrition: 02 "For those of us who HATE logging our food. Is there an alternative?"

    Ultra Nutrition: 02 "For those of us who HATE logging our food. Is there an alternative?"

    Nutrition coach and RD Abby Penamonte McQueeny and coach Scott Jones discuss more listener questions in the new series about nutrition and fueling for runners.  Today's question was "For those of us who HATE logging our food. Is there an alternative?"  Enjoy the show and shoot us your best questions for upcoming episodes!

    • 18 min
    Season 14:39 Downcyle week for Amanda and Addie starts her season in a couple weeks.

    Season 14:39 Downcyle week for Amanda and Addie starts her season in a couple weeks.

    As Amanda recovers this week Addie preps for her first race of the season in the PNW.  We even have Amanda give her coach some advcie for the effort!  Becoming Ultra follows the journey of first time ultra runners.  Enjoy!

    • 21 min
    Season 14:38 Ian's game plan to get Brittany ready for Sedona dealing with shin pain.

    Season 14:38 Ian's game plan to get Brittany ready for Sedona dealing with shin pain.

    Brittany is still dealing with the shin pain that kind of sidelined her for a couple weeks but it is getting better.  He lays out a plan for her to keep her focused and confident that setbacks aren't always as final as we feel they are in the moment.  We hope you enjoy!

    • 20 min
    My First Ultra: 122 Eric Quallen

    My First Ultra: 122 Eric Quallen

    Please listen with an open mind and heart. When we are open to expanding our views and learning with compassion it is a beautiful thing and that is what sparks change.
    Eric Quallen is a trans ultra runner, Wildlife Biologist who recently obtained his PhD, he is a dog lover, and master educator for leave no trace. He has completed many ultra marathons including Moab 240, Wyoming Range 100, and Zion 100.
    Eric is one of the most open and honest people we have had on our podcast. He shares his journey as a trans runner and discusses his experiences through transitioning. Eric tells us what trail running brings to his life and what it is like to run 240 miles. We discuss challenges he has faced, mental health and so much more. Eric not just living, he is thriving.
     

    • 58 min
    Season 14:37 The long run that mentally blocked Mari and the pep talk for perspective!

    Season 14:37 The long run that mentally blocked Mari and the pep talk for perspective!

    Mari has had some mentally down moments after her long run from a couple weeks ago had her reeling a bit.  Her coach Scott gives perspective from a few different angles to get her back on track.  Realizing that so many go through the same tough spots is so helpful for new ultra runners.  We hope you enjoy!

    • 27 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
112 Ratings

112 Ratings

marietzel ,

Grateful for this podcast

This podcast sparked my interest in ultra running, and I am forever grateful for the stories and lessons shared here.

Sarah31jayne ,

Happy to find

Excited to listen to this season! And follow Mari’s journey.

tuna fish sandwich ,

Season 13 runner

hey, this podcast and team is really worth the listen. This podcast changed my aspect on the community overall and have met some seriously excellent people.

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