Joe Hardin and Balancing Training and Family Life The Benefits of Run Commuting

In this episode of the Fringe Runners podcast, Garrett interviews Joe Hardn, an ultra runner and host of the Beyond the Finish Line with Joe Hardin podcast. They discuss Joe's favorite distance, his experience with backyard ultras, his upcoming 100K race, and his journey into running. They also talk about the challenges of balancing training with family life and the support they receive from their loved ones. Joe Hardin shares his experience of running ultra marathons and how it has helped him in his journey of sobriety and mental health. He talks about the support he receives from his family and the motivation he finds in pictures of his daughter. Joe discusses his training approach, which includes a mixture of time-based and mileage-based runs, and his run commuting to work. He also shares his involvement with Run TriMag and the Everyday Athlete Podcast Network. Takeaways

• Ultra runners have their favorite distances that they excel at.
• Backyard ultras are unique races where participants run a loop every hour until the last person stands.
• Training for ultras requires mental toughness and finding ways to train the mind.
• The trail running community is welcoming and supportive.
• Balancing training with family life can be challenging, but having the support of loved ones is crucial. Running can be a powerful tool in overcoming challenges and maintaining sobriety.
• The support of family and loved ones can make a significant difference in an athlete's performance and motivation.
• A mixture of time-based and mileage-based training can be effective in building endurance and speed.
• Run commuting can be a sustainable and mentally refreshing way to incorporate running into daily life.
• Being part of a supportive community, such as Run Tri Mag and the Everyday Athlete Podcast Network, can provide inspiration and opportunities for growth.

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