Drop Bag

Kelly and Megan
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Kelly and Megan share favorite drop bag items, talk trails and training, and interview inspiring runners.

  1. 1D AGO

    Episode 16: Houston Marathon - the 2nd time around

    The massive mental game of a trail loving ultra runner trying a marathon (again). Drop Bag: Kelly shares some mittens she's using for these cold Texas days Active Fleece Wind Mitten - Smartwool US Megan shows off the Mountain Racer Waist Pack - UltrAspire she's loving. Kelly recaps her ALMOST sub 3-hour marathon and the mental battle it took to get to the finish. We talk mental v fitness while we puzzle over Francesco Puppi's quote "People overestimate the mental part of running. Fitness wins races. Not the mental part." Next up it's back to the woods! Kelly has Sam's Last Stand, a 96 miler, on an iconic Texas Trail and Megan won the lottery to Cascade Crest 100!

    1h 21m

  2. JAN 16

    Episode 15: Backyard Ultra (The Backland)

    Interested in running a Backyard Ultra style race? Megan walks us through her Last Woman Standing finish at The Backland by Texas Outlaw Running. Drop Bag: Megan used the Oiselle and Nathan jackets to run in the misty, cold weather. Kelly bought another Janjii long bra with the rear phone pocket for the Houston Marathon. Megan tries her first Backyard Ultra with plans to reach new miles. A tricky problem surfaces and reminds us that one of the most important things to do in endurance sports is PROBLEM SOLVE!! Ditto that for the inspiration!

    1h 17m

  3. 12/08/2025

    Episode 14: The Long Run

    Let's talk long run strategy! Drop Bag: Kelly shares the Janji Long Bra with Rear Phone Pocket. If you haven't tried the rear pocket sports bras you NEED to! It's the perfect no bounce way to carry your phone. Megan gets a backup battery for her Ultraspire 600lm 5.0 waist light in prep for her Last Man Standing! Megan and Kelly share the evolution of building miles and how you can scale up or down depending on your current running foundation. Find some tips and tricks that will work for you! Inspiration: Obstacles are not inherently negative but can be viewed as opportunities for growth and self-improvement -The Daily Stoic

    1h 20m

  4. 11/28/2025

    Episode 13: Distance meets (some) speed

    Megan and Kelly talk speed workouts (for distance people) Drop Bag:  Winter time? Get ya Salty Britches! Good for lips, noses, and all the other places that rub! Megan is loving the Janji W's Rover Merino Hoodie because it stays smelling good longer! Megan and Kelly share a bunch of speed(ier) workouts that they like and keep coming back to.  On the treadmill, track, and road.  Give one a try! We share the deets on the Blog

    1h 17m

  5. 11/01/2025

    Episode 12: Javelina Jundred with Courtney Rouse and Aimee Jacobs

    Meet you two new best friends on the trail...Aimee Jacobs and Courtney Rouse. Two of the coolest gals who just conquered Javelina Jundred! You can find them on Instagram as @a_jacobs89 and @court_knee_mouse Drop Bag Items: Aimee - Precision Gels (and if you're having a flat race, don't be afraid to get in some caffeine). Courtney: Ginger Beer found at most grocery stores (Whole Foods usually has lots of good options) ...maybe the key to staving off stomach issues! Although Aimee and Courtney had different experiences on the course, they both found ways to do their best and enjoy the trail. Aimee held on strong to her cause with Christus Children's Cancer Center when things got tough. Aimee shares her powerful story of battling bone cancer while continuing to run and cheer on others. Courtney runs her own race with confidence that pays off in an 8th place finish!! Inspiration: Aimee shares how her mantra evolved from Run with Joy to Suffer with Joy and reminded herself that There will be a day you can't do this but today is not that day! Courtney kept herself entertained on the trail with the ABC game and also reminded herself to "Be who you thought you wanted to be" Listen to all the details plus the upcoming races where you can look for these two!

    1h 8m

  6. 10/11/2025

    Episode 11: Playing Catch Up

    This week Kelly and Megan catch up on impressive races, gear, and upcoming events. Drop Bag Items: Megan run 20 miles without a bathroom stop thanks to GoMacro bars! TWWR: Kelly winds up hiding behind a neighborhood sign to avoid being murdered (probably not, but a bit weird/scary) Megan has to be on the lookout for crazy drivers Stay safe runners! We have lots of fun discussing the running scene and all the impressive performances. Inspo: One of the most difficult things for me has been to show vulnerability and weakness. The irony of that is that being strong physically almost always demands a willingness to show everyone your weakness -Sarah Whitmore

    1h 21m

  7. 09/19/2025

    Episode 10: Aging Athlete with Krissy Moehl

    Let's talking running, changing bodies, and aging with the girl who's leading the way - Krissy Moehl! Drop Bag of the Week: Megan's loving her new Naked running band Ok...then we skip all the normal stuff to get to it! Please check out Trail Runner Nation as they host the Aging Athlete series. You'll be able to find the everything we reference on their channel.

    1h 21m

  8. 09/02/2025

    PSA: The new Drop Bag drop bag!

    Head on over to The Drop Bag to get yourself or a friend the perfect drop bag for your next run or race! This bag has it all: 10L . Waterproof . Window . Double touch Window . Best Price Plus, Salty Britches generously gifted each purchase with a free sample of their running essential skin barrier! Check us out on YouTube for the visual

    10 min
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Kelly and Megan share favorite drop bag items, talk trails and training, and interview inspiring runners.

Information

  • Creator
    Kelly and Megan
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean