Eighth Lane Endurance

Eighth Lane Endurance

All things endurance. Eighth Lane Endurance is an endurance sports podcast. Based near SLC, Utah, we focus our conversations around experiences, resources, and information regarding all things endurance.

  1. 02/07/2025

    Episode 32 - Andrew Creer - P.hD. Professor of Exercise Science

    How do endurance athletes fuel their training and racing for peak performance? In this episode of Eighth Lane Endurance, we sit down with Dr. Andrew Creer, a professor and department chair of Exercise Science & Outdoor Recreation at Utah Valley University. Andrew has worked with top athletes and coaches from the NBA and the Olympics, including 2025 Triple Olympic Medalist, Sifan Hassan, and has spent years researching endurance physiology in real-world settings across the Globe. We take a deep dive into endurance nutrition and break down exactly how to build a personalized nutrition plan. Andrew shares insights from his research and experience working with elite athletes, explaining how factors like VO2 max, lactate threshold, and body composition influence fueling needs. Whether you’re training for an ultra, a marathon, or just looking to improve your endurance, this episode will serve as a guide to help you develop your own nutrition profile.Tune in for expert advice and practical strategies to fuel smarter and perform better. You can find Andrew at: https://www.instagram.com/uvu_doc/#EnduranceNutrition #UltraRunning #ExerciseScience #VO2Max #LactateThreshold #MarathonTraining #RunningPodcast #FuelYourRun #Sifanhassan #endurancenutritionplan This episode is brought to you by Mercedes Benz Van Center - Warner. Utah’s largest selection of recreational and Commercial vans for all purposes. MBVC Warner offers New, Pre-Owned, and Rental Services. MBVC is passionate about supporting the running and active community of Utah, we are so excited to be partnering with them ! Check them out at mbvancenterwarner.com

    1h 11m
  2. 10/30/2024

    Episode 29 - Jayme Vogel & Brennan Crellin - Speedmo Founders, Alpine Athletes

    What was your call to action after listening to this Episode? Comment below so others can also implement the change. In this episode of Eighth Lane Endurance, we talk with Jayme and Brennan, alpine athletes who run, climb, and paraglide through some of the most iconic mountain terrains. They’ve recently launched Speedmo, a unique race company that’s gaining traction quickly in the endurance world. Speedmo hosts monthly (ish) races where athletes run uphill and paraglide down, often completing multiple laps. We talk about how Jayme and Brennan are building a community where athletes can share race beta, stories, and work on getting faster. If you're into trail running, paragliding, or alpine sports, this episode is packed with insights on pushing limits and fostering a new kind of endurance community. If you are interested in Speedmo you can follow along here: https://www.speedmo.org https://www.instagram.com/speedmo_/ And you can follow Jayme and Brennan here: https://www.instagram.com/thatlookslikefun/ https://www.instagram.com/brenn.crellin/ This episode is brought to you by Mercedes Benz Van Center - Warner ! MBVC Warner is Utah’s largest selection of recreational and Commercial vans for all purposes. MBVC Warner offers New, Pre-Owned, and Rental Services. MBVC is passionate about supporting the running and active community of Utah, we are so excited to be partnering with them ! Check them out at mbvancenterwarner.com Keywords: Speedmo, alpine athletes, trail running, paragliding, endurance racing, mountain sports, race company, adventure athletes, alpine running, outdoor community

    1 hr
  3. 10/24/2024

    Episode 28 - Sidney Unga - Director of Photography, Runner, Mother

    What was your call to action after listening to this Episode? Comment below so others can also implement the change. In this episode, we sit down with Sid Unga, a prestigious Director of Photography (Cinematographer) based in Utah. Renowned for her work with top brands like GMC, Subaru, Hallmark, Disney+, and more, Sid is celebrated for her stunning visuals and empowering themes of beauty, family, and female connection. A former college Track & Field athlete, she shares how her experience in running has influenced her career and her role as a mother of three. Join us as we explore Sid's journey, discussing motherhood, running, cinematography, and her impressive body of work. Tune in to hear about: Sid’s journey as a collegiate runner and the lasting impact of her coach, Diljeet Taylor, on her life and career. How mentorship has played a key role in Sid’s success as a cinematographer. The challenges and rewards of balancing motherhood with a demanding career. How being a mother of three has brought more purpose and meaning to her work and time. "Run Like a Mother" short film referenced in the podcast: https://www.sidneyunga.com/portfolio/runlikeamother You can find Sid on the following platforms: https://www.instagram.com/sidunga/?hl=en https://www.sidneyunga.com This episode is brought to you by Mercedes Benz Van Center - Warner ! MBVC Warner is Utah’s largest selection of recreational and Commercial vans for all purposes. MBVC Warner offers New, Pre-Owned, and Rental Services. MBVC is passionate about supporting the running and active community of Utah, we are so excited to be partnering with them ! Check them out at mbvancenterwarner.com Keywords: Director of Photography, Cinematographer, Utah filmmaker, Female empowerment, Family themes, Track & Field athlete, Motherhood and career, Cinematography Journey.

    54 min
  4. 10/07/2024

    Episode 27 - Grant Barnette - Pro Ultra Runner & Endurance Athlete

    What was your call to action after listening to this Episode? Comment below so others can also implement the change.  In this episode of the Eighth Lane Podcast, we talk with Grant Barnette, a professional ultra runner and endurance athlete from Salt Lake City, Utah. Grant shares his inspiring journey from running competitively in college to facing the challenges of drug use and ultimately finding his path in ultra running and outdoor endurance sports. Learn how he overcame adversity to become a pro trail and ski athlete. Grant's story is not only powerful but also relatable, motivating listeners to push past their own obstacles and achieve whatever their own definition of greatness might be.  Tune in to hear about: Grant's experience as a collegiate runner and the turning point that changed everything. The challenges of thru-hiking and what drew him into ultra running. The Salt Lake City trail scene  How endurance sports became a transformative journey for Grant. You can follow grant on most platforms at "runwithgrant"  https://www.instagram.com/runwithgrant/ https://www.runwithgrant.com https://www.strava.com/pros/21452258 https://www.tiktok.com/@runwithgrant This episode is brought to you by Mercedes Benz Van Center - Warner !  MBVC Warner is Utah’s largest selection of recreational and Commercial vans for all purposes. MBVC Warner offers New, Pre-Owned, and Rental Services. MBVC is passionate about supporting the running and active community of Utah, we are so excited to be partnering with them ! Check them out at mbvancenterwarner.com  Keywords: Grant Barnette, ultra running, endurance athlete, Salt Lake City, trail running, recovery, thru-hiking, ultra marathon, endurance sports, inspiring athlete stories

    47 min
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All things endurance. Eighth Lane Endurance is an endurance sports podcast. Based near SLC, Utah, we focus our conversations around experiences, resources, and information regarding all things endurance.