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 • 114 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!

    Ultra Nutrition: 05 Tara calls in to ask the best way to drop some weight for big running goals.

    Ultra Nutrition: 05 Tara calls in to ask the best way to drop some weight for big running goals.

    Tara is a Becoming Ultra coaching client from the west coast.  She calls in today to ask Coach Abby and Scott the best way to drop some weight to be more efficient for big running goals.  It's a popular question we get as coaches so we hope you take something away for your own goals!  Thanks for listening.

    • 17 min
    My First Ultra: 129 Joe Hardin

    My First Ultra: 129 Joe Hardin

    Joe Hardin is a husband, father of two, ultrarunner, aspiring writer, and an artist. He is also an advocate for addiction recovery and a plant-based lifestyle. 
    We spoke with Joe about his journey to sobriety and the impact it has had on his life. He shared how he discovered ultras and the support he receives from the ultra-running community. Joe is genuine, relatable, and full of wisdom. We are excited to see what the future holds for him and hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did.
     

    • 57 min
    Season 14:53 Amanda's race recap. "I believe running is for everyone!"

    Season 14:53 Amanda's race recap. "I believe running is for everyone!"

    Amanda and her coach Addie Bracy talk about the day Amanda became an ultra runner.  The highs and lows and everything in between.  We hope you enjoy!

    • 28 min
    Season 14:51 Mari's takeaways from her first ultra.

    Season 14:51 Mari's takeaways from her first ultra.

    She did it!  Mari diligentely trained for her first ultra over the last 6 months and got to test herself on the amazing trails in Sedona.  On the show today she shared her experience and all she learned from the experience.  We hope you enjoyed following her journey over the last 6 months.  Season 15 is now taking applications!

    • 15 min
    My First Ultra: 128 Sarah Snyder

    My First Ultra: 128 Sarah Snyder

    Sarah Snyder is the RD for the Crewel Jewel 100; ultra runner; cyclist and loving dog mom. Sarah is also an advocate for woman in the sport. She is paving the way for busy woman to have opportunities to reach the goals they set for themselves and providing support along the way. This conversation will inspire you and make you see that your dreams are possible. There are so many people behind the scenes doing great things for the trail community. We love sharing their stories and passion for all things trails with you.

    • 1 hr 11 min
    Season 14:50 Brittany recaps her amazing experience with her first ultra!

    Season 14:50 Brittany recaps her amazing experience with her first ultra!

    After 7 months of training and planning Brittany finally got to test herself on the beautiful trails of Sedona to run her first ultra.  Some heat and misdirection along with and epic finish caps off another successful season.  We hope you all enjoy.  Season 15 is now taking applications!
     
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    • 21 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
114 Ratings

114 Ratings

Tzom H-bomb ,

Good news for all levels

Not a noob, but listening to others’ engagement makes the mile easier.

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.

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