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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Marty G https://storage.buzzsprout.com/oyvhqk30upi9daan2noh3s9mj3bh?.jpg Miles With Marty Podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2012658 Episode 189 - The Swedish Trail Goddess, Michaela Holst Blomqvist Episode 189 - The Swedish Trail Goddess, Michaela Holst Blomqvist I met Michaela Blomqvist the day before Western States.  She stopped by our (Tonya Olson's) foot pre-taping tent at the expo.  She's good friends with Tonya.  Michaela was preparing for the biggest race of her somewhat short ultrarunning career the next day.  She got in off the waitlist with 2 tickets in the lottery.  She crushed it too!  Hear her story and race experience.  Enjoy!

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]]> I met Michaela Blomqvist the day before Western States.  She stopped by our (Tonya Olson's) foot pre-taping tent at the expo.  She's good friends with Tonya.  Michaela was preparing for the biggest race of her somewhat short ultrarunning career the next day.  She got in off the waitlist with 2 tickets in the lottery.  She crushed it too!  Hear her story and race experience.  Enjoy!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-19640682 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:00:00 -0400 6399 5 189 full false Episode 188 - Paul Lind, shotguns and ultrarunning Episode 188 - Paul Lind, shotguns and ultrarunning Paul Lind from Idaho, is an interesting guy.  His family has been heavily involved with the Western States Endurance Run since it became a foot race.  His dad, Dr. Bob Lind was the medical director for many years and since 1978 started every race with a family 20 gauge shotgun until the year he passed.  Paul took over those duties after that.  Paul has run the race a couple times.  Once at 18 years old, and then 20 years later and still earning a silver buckle.  Paul was a nuclear scientist in his work life, he's a race director, and has a coaching company with son, Cody, who has a couple top 10 States finishes himself.  That's how I came across him.  He coaches my friend, former guest, and multiple time top 10 finisher, Emily Hawgood.  Paul is a great storyteller and has plenty.  Enjoy!

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]]> Paul Lind from Idaho, is an interesting guy.  His family has been heavily involved with the Western States Endurance Run since it became a foot race.  His dad, Dr. Bob Lind was the medical director for many years and since 1978 started every race with a family 20 gauge shotgun until the year he passed.  Paul took over those duties after that.  Paul has run the race a couple times.  Once at 18 years old, and then 20 years later and still earning a silver buckle.  Paul was a nuclear scientist in his work life, he's a race director, and has a coaching company with son, Cody, who has a couple top 10 States finishes himself.  That's how I came across him.  He coaches my friend, former guest, and multiple time top 10 finisher, Emily Hawgood.  Paul is a great storyteller and has plenty.  Enjoy!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-19567859 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:00:00 -0400 5965 5 188 full false Episode 187 - Jenny Lee Allen, The L2O Queen Episode 187 - Jenny Lee Allen, The L2O Queen I had the chance to chat with Jenny Lee Allen about 2 months ago.  It was right after the Lake to Ocean 100k.  She recorded another local podcast around the same time, so I sat on this one a while to let it run its course.  Jenny Lee won the L2O women's race this year.  If you haven't heard of this iconic Florida ultra, you ain't livin.  It is a microcosm of many Florida ecosystems and wildlife.  It is beautiful, remote, and scary.  It starts at Lake Okechobee and goes to Hobe Sound Beach on the Lake to Ocean trail.  Jenny is an enthusiastic, passionate, and humble athlete and I think you'll enjoy.  

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]]> I had the chance to chat with Jenny Lee Allen about 2 months ago.  It was right after the Lake to Ocean 100k.  She recorded another local podcast around the same time, so I sat on this one a while to let it run its course.  Jenny Lee won the L2O women's race this year.  If you haven't heard of this iconic Florida ultra, you ain't livin.  It is a microcosm of many Florida ecosystems and wildlife.  It is beautiful, remote, and scary.  It starts at Lake Okechobee and goes to Hobe Sound Beach on the Lake to Ocean trail.  Jenny is an enthusiastic, passionate, and humble athlete and I think you'll enjoy.  

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-19541776 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 22:00:00 -0400 5008 5 187 full false Episode 186 - Natalie Halapin's Sub 24 Western States Episode 186 - Natalie Halapin's Sub 24 Western States I met Natalie on Statesmas Eve.  She was getting her feet pre-taped by me and my buddy Gregg Lawson.  She was just overflowing with excitement and enthusiasm for the sport and her opportunity to compete in a bucket list race, The Western States 100 mile Endurance Run.  We saw her on the track afterwards and she crushed it.  Here her story, her experience at the race, and about her huge 10 person crew.  Ultra running community at it's finest!  Enjoy

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]]> I met Natalie on Statesmas Eve.  She was getting her feet pre-taped by me and my buddy Gregg Lawson.  She was just overflowing with excitement and enthusiasm for the sport and her opportunity to compete in a bucket list race, The Western States 100 mile Endurance Run.  We saw her on the track afterwards and she crushed it.  Here her story, her experience at the race, and about her huge 10 person crew.  Ultra running community at it's finest!  Enjoy

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-19504382 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0400 6502 5 186 full false Episode 185 - Ashley Leisher Crushes the Keys 100 Episode 185 - Ashley Leisher Crushes the Keys 100 Ashley Leisher from Jacksonville, Florida is fairly new to the ultra running scene, but is already making noise with big wins at Badwater Cape Fear 51 Miler and The iconic Keys 100.  She has won her way into Badwater 135 for 2027 and got drawn for Cocodona, so watch out!  She is an incredibly passionate and humble athlete and a fun conversation.  Enjoy!

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]]> Ashley Leisher from Jacksonville, Florida is fairly new to the ultra running scene, but is already making noise with big wins at Badwater Cape Fear 51 Miler and The iconic Keys 100.  She has won her way into Badwater 135 for 2027 and got drawn for Cocodona, so watch out!  She is an incredibly passionate and humble athlete and a fun conversation.  Enjoy!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-19450040 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 22:00:00 -0400 6712 5 185 full false Episode 184 - Ary Rochon's Story and a brief Western States Preview Episode 184 - Ary Rochon's Story and a brief Western States Preview Ary Rochon is a huge part of the Florida Ultrarunning Community, a FUR.  He is coming off a big win at the Lake to Ocean 100K that takes place in late May from Lake Okeechobee to Hobe Sound Beach along the Lake to Ocean Trail.  This is one of the most iconic races in Florida because of the variation of habitats, the challenging terrain which sometimes consists of significant amounts of water, and of course south Florida heat and humidity in early June.  But it doesn't end there.  Ary's ultrasignup is chock full of awesome accomplishments and pretty impressive volume for someone so new to the sport.  He is an excellent steward of the trails and the sport, a great storyteller and a fun, interesting guy.  Enjoy our chat, and a quick preview of Western States by me in the beginning.  

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]]> Ary Rochon is a huge part of the Florida Ultrarunning Community, a FUR.  He is coming off a big win at the Lake to Ocean 100K that takes place in late May from Lake Okeechobee to Hobe Sound Beach along the Lake to Ocean Trail.  This is one of the most iconic races in Florida because of the variation of habitats, the challenging terrain which sometimes consists of significant amounts of water, and of course south Florida heat and humidity in early June.  But it doesn't end there.  Ary's ultrasignup is chock full of awesome accomplishments and pretty impressive volume for someone so new to the sport.  He is an excellent steward of the trails and the sport, a great storyteller and a fun, interesting guy.  Enjoy our chat, and a quick preview of Western States by me in the beginning.  

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-19381891 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 23:00:00 -0400 6609 4 184 full false Episode 183 - Stephanie Rosebaugh and The Power of Enoughness Episode 183 - Stephanie Rosebaugh and The Power of Enoughness Stephanie Rosebaugh is a friend from Arizona.  Her ultrarunning story takes a little different trajectory than most.  Coming off her 2nd Cocodona 250 finish a few weeks ago, she joins me to help me remember that I am enough, share lots of running stories about 200's and BYU's.  We also talk about her book, coming out very soon, The Power of Enough.  If you can suffer through my therapy in the first 5-10 minutes, I think you'll enjoy this one.  

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]]> Stephanie Rosebaugh is a friend from Arizona.  Her ultrarunning story takes a little different trajectory than most.  Coming off her 2nd Cocodona 250 finish a few weeks ago, she joins me to help me remember that I am enough, share lots of running stories about 200's and BYU's.  We also talk about her book, coming out very soon, The Power of Enough.  If you can suffer through my therapy in the first 5-10 minutes, I think you'll enjoy this one.  

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-19323547 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:00:00 -0400 4939 4 183 full false Episode 182 - The Amazing Ann Trason Episode 182 - The Amazing Ann Trason On this episode, I sit down with ultrarunning legend Ann Trason for a conversation spanning the roots of the sport to where it stands today.  Ann shares what it was like growing up before Title IX, competing alongside the boys in school, discovering ultrarunning through her first ultra, and the resilience it took to overcome DNF's in her first two attempts at Western States before becoming one of the greatest athletes the sport has ever seen, including 14 wins at States.

We also dive into her historic career, the evolution of ultrarunning over the decades, and her perspective on the modern era of the sport.  Enjoy!

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]]> On this episode, I sit down with ultrarunning legend Ann Trason for a conversation spanning the roots of the sport to where it stands today.  Ann shares what it was like growing up before Title IX, competing alongside the boys in school, discovering ultrarunning through her first ultra, and the resilience it took to overcome DNF's in her first two attempts at Western States before becoming one of the greatest athletes the sport has ever seen, including 14 wins at States.

We also dive into her historic career, the evolution of ultrarunning over the decades, and her perspective on the modern era of the sport.  Enjoy!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-19175873 Thu, 14 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 5632 4 182 full false Episode 181 - Cody Warren Inspires Episode 181 - Cody Warren Inspires Cody Warren is an entrepreneur and ultrarunner from Ohio.  I met him in person during Keys 100 in 2023.  We had met through Harvey Lewis on social media before that.  He is a humble and passionate fan of the sport, a family man, and just a real treat to get to know.  He's getting ready to toe the line at Cocodona 250 in just 2 days and I am confident he will do well.  He has put in the work.  Can't wait to follow!  Enjoy this awesome conversation!

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]]> Cody Warren is an entrepreneur and ultrarunner from Ohio.  I met him in person during Keys 100 in 2023.  We had met through Harvey Lewis on social media before that.  He is a humble and passionate fan of the sport, a family man, and just a real treat to get to know.  He's getting ready to toe the line at Cocodona 250 in just 2 days and I am confident he will do well.  He has put in the work.  Can't wait to follow!  Enjoy this awesome conversation!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-19114161 Sat, 02 May 2026 20:00:00 -0400 5335 4 181 full false Episode 180 - The Running Watters Episode 180 - The Running Watters The Watters family from Alabama are Bob and Heather (the parents), and Ana and Larkin (the future of Alabama ultras for years to come, no pressure...ha-ha).  Bob has done pretty much all of the tough trail 100 milers in the southeast as well as a couple 200's, including Southern States inaugural year.  Larkin just finished the SS200 this year with the help of the whole family and a few other friends.  Ana is the 50k specialist of the family and pacer/PT.  

I had the opportunity to follow along on FB this year as Larkin faced the challenges of a multi-day race with the support of the family.  I was enthralled by Heather's detailed commentary and the way the family and friends rallied to help Larkin keep moving despite about 100 miles of really painful and slow going.  I hope you enjoy getting to know this awesome family.

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]]> The Watters family from Alabama are Bob and Heather (the parents), and Ana and Larkin (the future of Alabama ultras for years to come, no pressure...ha-ha).  Bob has done pretty much all of the tough trail 100 milers in the southeast as well as a couple 200's, including Southern States inaugural year.  Larkin just finished the SS200 this year with the help of the whole family and a few other friends.  Ana is the 50k specialist of the family and pacer/PT.  

I had the opportunity to follow along on FB this year as Larkin faced the challenges of a multi-day race with the support of the family.  I was enthralled by Heather's detailed commentary and the way the family and friends rallied to help Larkin keep moving despite about 100 miles of really painful and slow going.  I hope you enjoy getting to know this awesome family.

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-19050431 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:00:00 -0400 4585 4 180 full false Episode 179 - Deep Thoughts with Dan Hilliard Episode 179 - Deep Thoughts with Dan Hilliard Dan Hilliard from South Florida just finished his first 100 miler recently at Hungryland 100 down near Lake Okechobee in South Florida.  The RD is our good friend Mikey Bee and this is no easy first race.  It's a beautiful area with no light pollution and other city disturbances.  Also home to the largest gator I've ever seen.  Dan is an interesting, humble guy, coached by Chris and Ivi with Runfluent, and of course a great steward of the sport and the trails.  Enjoy getting to know Dan!

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]]> Dan Hilliard from South Florida just finished his first 100 miler recently at Hungryland 100 down near Lake Okechobee in South Florida.  The RD is our good friend Mikey Bee and this is no easy first race.  It's a beautiful area with no light pollution and other city disturbances.  Also home to the largest gator I've ever seen.  Dan is an interesting, humble guy, coached by Chris and Ivi with Runfluent, and of course a great steward of the sport and the trails.  Enjoy getting to know Dan!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-19024248 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:00:00 -0400 5431 4 179 full false Episode 178 - The Ultra Kraut Martin Schneekloth Episode 178 - The Ultra Kraut Martin Schneekloth Martin Schneekloth from Alabama by way of Germany has literally run hundreds of ultramarathons including most of the really hard mountain races in the world.  That's his jam.  He has his own YouTube channel called Ultra Kraut Running with many of his race highlights and scenery.  He has more stories than we can fit into 1 episode, but we tried.  Enjoy!

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]]> Martin Schneekloth from Alabama by way of Germany has literally run hundreds of ultramarathons including most of the really hard mountain races in the world.  That's his jam.  He has his own YouTube channel called Ultra Kraut Running with many of his race highlights and scenery.  He has more stories than we can fit into 1 episode, but we tried.  Enjoy!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18844563 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 22:00:00 -0400 5650 4 178 full false Episode 177 - Nicole Coccia, mom of 7, all she does is win races! Episode 177 - Nicole Coccia, mom of 7, all she does is win races! I had a really fun chat with Nicole Coccia!  35 year old mother of 7, less than 2 years into her ultra-running career and 4/5 on victories.  Not a bad start.  Nicole has wins at Keys 100, Daytona 100, Long Haul 100, and Tik Tok 12 hour.  Her only other ultra was a 4th at Blood Rock 100 and there's a story.  She comes from a sales background, so she's not shy and doesn't lack confidence.  Great tools for the perfect podcast guest.  Enjoy and wish her luck at The Raven!!

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]]> I had a really fun chat with Nicole Coccia!  35 year old mother of 7, less than 2 years into her ultra-running career and 4/5 on victories.  Not a bad start.  Nicole has wins at Keys 100, Daytona 100, Long Haul 100, and Tik Tok 12 hour.  Her only other ultra was a 4th at Blood Rock 100 and there's a story.  She comes from a sales background, so she's not shy and doesn't lack confidence.  Great tools for the perfect podcast guest.  Enjoy and wish her luck at The Raven!!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18638914 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 21:00:00 -0500 4534 4 177 full false Episode 176 - Marie Torres aka Ruth Pearl and why finishing Long Haul 100 was so much more than redemption. Episode 176 - Marie Torres aka Ruth Pearl and why finishing Long Haul 100 was so much more than redemption. Marie Torres affectionately known as Ruth Pearl just finished her first 100 miler at Long Haul, last weekend.  She had a DNF last year at 75ish miles and while she did get sweet redemption, it was way more than that.  Hear it from her.  Enjoy and share.

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]]> Marie Torres affectionately known as Ruth Pearl just finished her first 100 miler at Long Haul, last weekend.  She had a DNF last year at 75ish miles and while she did get sweet redemption, it was way more than that.  Hear it from her.  Enjoy and share.

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18572076 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500 4736 4 176 full false Episode 175 - Cody Poskin The Gobi Crusher Episode 175 - Cody Poskin The Gobi Crusher Cody Poskin is a 24 year old ultrarunner from St. Louis, Missouri.  He has already amassed an impressive resume with his recent win at the Gobi Desert 400K, 8th at Cocodona, the win at Jackpot 100 miler, and more.  He's a humble, but confident, ambitious and fun guy to chat with.  Enjoy!

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]]> Cody Poskin is a 24 year old ultrarunner from St. Louis, Missouri.  He has already amassed an impressive resume with his recent win at the Gobi Desert 400K, 8th at Cocodona, the win at Jackpot 100 miler, and more.  He's a humble, but confident, ambitious and fun guy to chat with.  Enjoy!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18519325 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0500 5036 4 175 full false Episode 174 - Long Haul Preview with Andy Mathews and Mount to Coast athletes Lila Gaudrault and Mykell Henry Episode 174 - Long Haul Preview with Andy Mathews and Mount to Coast athletes Lila Gaudrault and Mykell Henry Long Haul 2026 is here!  The course is pristine, the weather is gonna be perfect, and the VIP tent is back!  The aid stations might be more competitive than he race.  Enjoy Andy's course update and description, and get to know a couple amazing Mount to Coast athletes.

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]]> Long Haul 2026 is here!  The course is pristine, the weather is gonna be perfect, and the VIP tent is back!  The aid stations might be more competitive than he race.  Enjoy Andy's course update and description, and get to know a couple amazing Mount to Coast athletes.

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18498546 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 21:00:00 -0500 4010 4 174 full false Episode 173 - Deanna Doane wandering, coaching, and FKT's. Episode 173 - Deanna Doane wandering, coaching, and FKT's. My friend Deanna Doane spoke with me on the podcast a couple years ago (almost 3) when she was fairly new to the sport.  It was episode 31.  Deanna has covered some miles literally and figuratively since then.  Haven't we all.  Since then Deanna has accomplished a couple FKT's, won some races, made a bunch of friends and become a coach.  Catch up on her adventures and see what's next.  Enjoy!

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]]> My friend Deanna Doane spoke with me on the podcast a couple years ago (almost 3) when she was fairly new to the sport.  It was episode 31.  Deanna has covered some miles literally and figuratively since then.  Haven't we all.  Since then Deanna has accomplished a couple FKT's, won some races, made a bunch of friends and become a coach.  Catch up on her adventures and see what's next.  Enjoy!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18438544 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 5596 5 173 full false Episode 172 - Caitriona Jennings and the 100-mile world record! Episode 172 - Caitriona Jennings and the 100-mile world record! I had the opportunity to chat with Caitriona Jennings, from Dunegal Ireland recently to hear her story and discuss her amazing first 100 miler....the world record performance at Tunnel Hill on November 8, 2025.  Enjoy!

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]]> I had the opportunity to chat with Caitriona Jennings, from Dunegal Ireland recently to hear her story and discuss her amazing first 100 miler....the world record performance at Tunnel Hill on November 8, 2025.  Enjoy!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18414937 Thu, 25 Dec 2025 20:00:00 -0500 3859 4 172 full false Episode 171 - Cody Bearden from music to miles! Episode 171 - Cody Bearden from music to miles! Cody Bearden was a touring musician just a few years ago.  Night after night closing the bars down.  Fate brought him down to St. Pete, Florida, a day job, and eventually found the lifechanging support of the ultrarunning community.  Hear his story, and help him share it with others.  Listen, share, and donate if you feel inspired to help this really talented young man.

Fundraiser by Codey Bearden : From Music to Miles: An Ultra Running Film by 

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]]> Cody Bearden was a touring musician just a few years ago.  Night after night closing the bars down.  Fate brought him down to St. Pete, Florida, a day job, and eventually found the lifechanging support of the ultrarunning community.  Hear his story, and help him share it with others.  Listen, share, and donate if you feel inspired to help this really talented young man.

Fundraiser by Codey Bearden : From Music to Miles: An Ultra Running Film by 

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18396624 Sun, 21 Dec 2025 22:00:00 -0500 3417 4 171 full false Episode 170 - Phil Gore the BYU King Episode 170 - Phil Gore the BYU King Phil Gore is The King of the Back Yard Ultras, No question.  World record holder, 2025 Big's BYU Champion, humble guy, he's also spotted a few wombats in his day.  Is there more in the tank?  What is the ceiling?  How do you train for 500 miles?  What do you eat?  Find out all the answers right here!

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]]> Phil Gore is The King of the Back Yard Ultras, No question.  World record holder, 2025 Big's BYU Champion, humble guy, he's also spotted a few wombats in his day.  Is there more in the tank?  What is the ceiling?  How do you train for 500 miles?  What do you eat?  Find out all the answers right here!

@phil.gore.ultrarunner

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18302800 Thu, 04 Dec 2025 22:00:00 -0500 4469 4 170 full false Episode 169 - Carrie Meng and John Trent Discuss "The Spirit of Western States" Podcast Episode 169 - Carrie Meng and John Trent Discuss "The Spirit of Western States" Podcast I don't have to tell you what the Western States Endurance Run means to the ultrarunning community.  It is the super bowl, the Boston Marathon, World Cup, the World Series.....  And if you've listened to me gushing about the race and the energy on this podcast over the years, you will know how I feel about it.  Two amazing people, Carrie Meng, Assistant Race Director, finisher, and all around awesome human, and John Trent, journalist, 11-time finisher. author, and again, just an awesome, passionate human, have started a podcast.  It is called "The Spirit of Western States".  They will discuss history, rules, lottery, crewing best practices, all the things.  The will serve as great information for runners and crews preparing for their trip to the mecca of ultrarunning, and also for volunteers and rabid fans like me who can't get enough.  Enjoy getting to know these two ultrarunners and their new podcast!

1. Welcome to the official Western States podcast! - The Spirit of Western States Podcast | Podcast on Spotify

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WSER

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]]> I don't have to tell you what the Western States Endurance Run means to the ultrarunning community.  It is the super bowl, the Boston Marathon, World Cup, the World Series.....  And if you've listened to me gushing about the race and the energy on this podcast over the years, you will know how I feel about it.  Two amazing people, Carrie Meng, Assistant Race Director, finisher, and all around awesome human, and John Trent, journalist, 11-time finisher. author, and again, just an awesome, passionate human, have started a podcast.  It is called "The Spirit of Western States".  They will discuss history, rules, lottery, crewing best practices, all the things.  The will serve as great information for runners and crews preparing for their trip to the mecca of ultrarunning, and also for volunteers and rabid fans like me who can't get enough.  Enjoy getting to know these two ultrarunners and their new podcast!

1. Welcome to the official Western States podcast! - The Spirit of Western States Podcast | Podcast on Spotify

@carriemetothemtns

@trent4964

WSER

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18278084 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500 3561 4 169 full false Episode 168 - Shauna Banning, from marathon bonking to Pinhoti 100 finisher! Episode 168 - Shauna Banning, from marathon bonking to Pinhoti 100 finisher! I met Shauna during her first 100 miler at Long Haul 100 earlier this year.  Most people, regardless of the training, struggle during the last 15-20 miles of their first 100.  She may have too, but she sure didn't show it.  She was well prepared with awesome coaching, and has the grit required to accomplish big things in the ultra world.  Her enthusiasm for our sport is infectious.  Enjoy!

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]]> I met Shauna during her first 100 miler at Long Haul 100 earlier this year.  Most people, regardless of the training, struggle during the last 15-20 miles of their first 100.  She may have too, but she sure didn't show it.  She was well prepared with awesome coaching, and has the grit required to accomplish big things in the ultra world.  Her enthusiasm for our sport is infectious.  Enjoy!

@ultrashauna

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18252414 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500 5512 4 168 full false Episode 167 - Jeffrey Weiss Racing Against Time Episode 167 - Jeffrey Weiss Racing Against Time Jeffrey Weiss is an author, an Ironman, and an ultrarunner.  Join me and get to know Jeff, hear a bit of his story of how a simple goal of running a 10k sparked a profound personal evolution.  His book, Racing Against Time, comes highly recommended and is available now.  Enjoy!  

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]]> Jeffrey Weiss is an author, an Ironman, and an ultrarunner.  Join me and get to know Jeff, hear a bit of his story of how a simple goal of running a 10k sparked a profound personal evolution.  His book, Racing Against Time, comes highly recommended and is available now.  Enjoy!  

JEFFREY WEISS

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18201344 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 21:00:00 -0500 4943 4 167 full false Episode 166 - Canyon Woodward Episode 166 - Canyon Woodward Canyon Woodward, from Franklin, NC is just set a 5ish hour PR in the 100 mile distance at Javelina 100 a few weeks ago, taking 3rd place overall.  Finishing just minutes behind his coach, David Roche, and at the awards ceremony was surprised with his Golden Ticket. Find out all the scoop on where the name Canyon comes from, and their crewing strategies to make such a huge improvement!  Enjoy.

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]]> Canyon Woodward, from Franklin, NC is just set a 5ish hour PR in the 100 mile distance at Javelina 100 a few weeks ago, taking 3rd place overall.  Finishing just minutes behind his coach, David Roche, and at the awards ceremony was surprised with his Golden Ticket. Find out all the scoop on where the name Canyon comes from, and their crewing strategies to make such a huge improvement!  Enjoy.

@canyonwoodward

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18175629 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 22:00:00 -0500 5286 4 166 full false Episode 165 - Stella Springer Episode 165 - Stella Springer Stella Springer is a strong trail and ultra runner from So Cal and happens to be pretty good at the timed track and road races as well.  Haha.  She's coming off a big PR of 146 miles in the 24 hour world championships in Albi, France.  What makes this even more remarkable is, she was in France as an alternate for team USA and competing in the open division, but when Camille pulled out at the last minute, eye roll inserted here, Stella was added to the team with very little notice.  The added pressure could hinder some people's performances, but it seems like it raised her to a higher level.  She beat her previous PR by 4+ miles and was 2nd best among the USA team scorers.  She has run over 50 ultras and won more than 15.  Fun fact.  She started running at age 45.  Enjoy her story.  

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]]> Stella Springer is a strong trail and ultra runner from So Cal and happens to be pretty good at the timed track and road races as well.  Haha.  She's coming off a big PR of 146 miles in the 24 hour world championships in Albi, France.  What makes this even more remarkable is, she was in France as an alternate for team USA and competing in the open division, but when Camille pulled out at the last minute, eye roll inserted here, Stella was added to the team with very little notice.  The added pressure could hinder some people's performances, but it seems like it raised her to a higher level.  She beat her previous PR by 4+ miles and was 2nd best among the USA team scorers.  She has run over 50 ultras and won more than 15.  Fun fact.  She started running at age 45.  Enjoy her story.  

@stella_springer0534

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18129136 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 22:00:00 -0500 5332 4 165 full false Episode 164 - Manu Vilaseca, Triple Crown Champion Episode 164 - Manu Vilaseca, Triple Crown Champion I've been trying to connect with Manuela Vilaseca since before the Triple Crown started this year, but when Moab 240 was over and she was crowned the champ and new record holder, it seemed like it was obviously time.  The 6 hour time difference took some planning, but we made it happen and I am so glad we did.  Enjoy!

@manuvilaseca

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]]> I've been trying to connect with Manuela Vilaseca since before the Triple Crown started this year, but when Moab 240 was over and she was crowned the champ and new record holder, it seemed like it was obviously time.  The 6 hour time difference took some planning, but we made it happen and I am so glad we did.  Enjoy!

@manuvilaseca

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18078577 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 20:00:00 -0400 5433 4 164 full false Episode 163 - People Power with the amazing Andrea Moore Episode 163 - People Power with the amazing Andrea Moore Andrea Moore is just a human positivity wrecking ball!  She crushes big goals with people power!  She is the most passionate and enthusiastic person about the sport and community of ultrarunning that I have ever had the privilege to interview.  Enjoy!

@andthensome1

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]]> Andrea Moore is just a human positivity wrecking ball!  She crushes big goals with people power!  She is the most passionate and enthusiastic person about the sport and community of ultrarunning that I have ever had the privilege to interview.  Enjoy!

@andthensome1

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The Hoot'n Bulldog Track Ultra - November 14, 2025


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-18006610 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 20:00:00 -0400 6154 4 163 full false Miles With Marty Miniseries - My Journey to Festivus 100 - episode 3 Miles With Marty Miniseries - My Journey to Festivus 100 - episode 3 Hey friends.  This is starting to feel a little self-serving and cheesy.  I will probably not do another episode until I can line up an awesome guest to give some tips on dealing with the issues I have been facing.  I'm gonna try and line up Tonya to discuss aches and pains and weakness identification, Amy for mindset, and hopefully a veteran at 100 mile training for overall experience lessons.

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]]> Hey friends.  This is starting to feel a little self-serving and cheesy.  I will probably not do another episode until I can line up an awesome guest to give some tips on dealing with the issues I have been facing.  I'm gonna try and line up Tonya to discuss aches and pains and weakness identification, Amy for mindset, and hopefully a veteran at 100 mile training for overall experience lessons.

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

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PlayOn Pain Relief Spray – PlayOn Relief

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17957928 Sun, 05 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400 911 1 3 full false Episode 162 - TedX Vero Beach "Breaking Barriers" event Preview with Leo and Michael Episode 162 - TedX Vero Beach "Breaking Barriers" event Preview with Leo and Michael Join me for a chat with Race Directors, runners, awesome humans, and ambassadors of the TedX event in Vero Beach with a who's who list of ultrarunning royalty in addition to some other really smart people all discussing "Breaking Barriers: Systems that challenge the status quo."  They give all the info you need to get excited and to rush out and get yo tickets!


TEDxVeroBeach 2025 Tickets, Sun, Nov 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM | Eventbrite

]]> Join me for a chat with Race Directors, runners, awesome humans, and ambassadors of the TedX event in Vero Beach with a who's who list of ultrarunning royalty in addition to some other really smart people all discussing "Breaking Barriers: Systems that challenge the status quo."  They give all the info you need to get excited and to rush out and get yo tickets!


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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17956850 Sat, 04 Oct 2025 22:00:00 -0400 2639 4 162 full false Week 2 - My Journey to Festivus 100 Week 2 - My Journey to Festivus 100 My Journey to Festivus is moving along better now.  More than double the miles, strength training, and work success.  Feeling much better even though I had some low points.  

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]]> My Journey to Festivus is moving along better now.  More than double the miles, strength training, and work success.  Feeling much better even though I had some low points.  

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Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17881693 Sun, 21 Sep 2025 20:00:00 -0400 1027 1 2 full false Episode 161 - Recovery Month with Russ and Emily Episode 161 - Recovery Month with Russ and Emily September is recovery month and who better to chat with about that than Russ Hartzell and Emily Quintanilla.  They are Race Directors and ambassadors for Sombrero Running Events and they (as well as the orgabization founded by Mike Martinez) are shining examples of what long term recovery should look like... love, service, and community.  Enjoy and go support their races!

sombrerorunning.com/events

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]]> September is recovery month and who better to chat with about that than Russ Hartzell and Emily Quintanilla.  They are Race Directors and ambassadors for Sombrero Running Events and they (as well as the orgabization founded by Mike Martinez) are shining examples of what long term recovery should look like... love, service, and community.  Enjoy and go support their races!

sombrerorunning.com/events

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17858021 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 22:00:00 -0400 5066 4 161 full false Miles With Marty Miniseries - My Journey to Festivus 100 - episode 1 Miles With Marty Miniseries - My Journey to Festivus 100 - episode 1 Join me for a personal journal of the highs and lows of 100 miler training with someone who is 60 years old and not in 100 miler shape.  Who am I kidding, I'm not even in half marathon shape, but I am mentally strong, believe in commitment and hard work, and relentless forward progress, so let's see what happens.  Regular interviews will still be coming.  I was considering doing a video blog of my journey, but let's face it.  I have a face for audio.  Peace and love my friends!

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PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

]]> Join me for a personal journal of the highs and lows of 100 miler training with someone who is 60 years old and not in 100 miler shape.  Who am I kidding, I'm not even in half marathon shape, but I am mentally strong, believe in commitment and hard work, and relentless forward progress, so let's see what happens.  Regular interviews will still be coming.  I was considering doing a video blog of my journey, but let's face it.  I have a face for audio.  Peace and love my friends!

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17838675 Sat, 13 Sep 2025 17:00:00 -0400 1199 1 1 full false Episode 160 - Brian Passenti Episode 160 - Brian Passenti Brian Passenti is an excellent ultra running and cross country coach, badass ultrarunner, very popular podcaster, and all around nice guy.  I'm lucky to call him a friend and super happy to share his story with you as he is coming off his 10th finish at Leadville.  Enjoy!

@ultracoachbrian

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]]> Brian Passenti is an excellent ultra running and cross country coach, badass ultrarunner, very popular podcaster, and all around nice guy.  I'm lucky to call him a friend and super happy to share his story with you as he is coming off his 10th finish at Leadville.  Enjoy!

@ultracoachbrian

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Code = MARTY for 20% discount  -  Also check out the Miles With Marty Effin Run Club collab!!

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Festivus 100/50 Miler Trail Run - December 6, 2025

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17805650 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 22:00:00 -0400 4342 4 160 full false Episode 159 - Shea Frederick Episode 159 - Shea Frederick Shea Frederick is friend, a young whippersnapper in the Florida ultra running scene and he is making some noise already in his running career.  This year alone, Shea won Just Survive 125 and set the course record and Skunk Ape 100 a few months later, same results.  Dude can go!  He's a humble guy, he's funny, and a natural storyteller.  Enjoy!

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S.O.S. - September 6, 2025

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]]> Shea Frederick is friend, a young whippersnapper in the Florida ultra running scene and he is making some noise already in his running career.  This year alone, Shea won Just Survive 125 and set the course record and Skunk Ape 100 a few months later, same results.  Dude can go!  He's a humble guy, he's funny, and a natural storyteller.  Enjoy!

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

Effin' Runner - Runner Tees, Hoodies, and Gifts – Effin' Ultra Runner

code = MARTY 20%

The Hot Box Sauna | Home

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Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Pacer Travel - YouTube

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

We're all about the science of human behavior - BANANA CHAMPS

S.O.S. - September 6, 2025

CODE = MWM10 for 10%

Festivus 100/50 Miler Trail Run - December 6, 2025

code = MWM10 for 10%

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17726105 Sun, 24 Aug 2025 21:00:00 -0400 7221 4 159 full false Episode 158 - Trident Immolation 2025 Beast Roundtable Episode 158 - Trident Immolation 2025 Beast Roundtable Trident Immolation is a difficult, summer race down in south Florida.  It's set on the beautiful, soft, white sand dunes at Jupiter Ridge Natural area.  Imagine this, late July, south Florida, 1,000,000 % humidity, real feel 110+, heat coming off the sand, even higher, noon start, 80 miles in 3.33 mile chunks every hour for 24 hours.  The race director, Mikey Bee is a beloved fellow in the Florida Ultra running scene.  His "claim to fame" is coming up with these ridiculously difficult challenges that ultra runners tend to love.  it really tests you physically and mentally.  The community down there is second to none.  5 total badasses join me to recap their experience in a roundtable format.  Luis Cocco, Marc Burget, Cole Bataille, Nick Urena, and Mike Musso.  Really fun chat.  Enjoy!

The Trident - July 26, 2025

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]]> Trident Immolation is a difficult, summer race down in south Florida.  It's set on the beautiful, soft, white sand dunes at Jupiter Ridge Natural area.  Imagine this, late July, south Florida, 1,000,000 % humidity, real feel 110+, heat coming off the sand, even higher, noon start, 80 miles in 3.33 mile chunks every hour for 24 hours.  The race director, Mikey Bee is a beloved fellow in the Florida Ultra running scene.  His "claim to fame" is coming up with these ridiculously difficult challenges that ultra runners tend to love.  it really tests you physically and mentally.  The community down there is second to none.  5 total badasses join me to recap their experience in a roundtable format.  Luis Cocco, Marc Burget, Cole Bataille, Nick Urena, and Mike Musso.  Really fun chat.  Enjoy!

The Trident - July 26, 2025

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The Hot Box Sauna | Home

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17649719 Sun, 10 Aug 2025 20:00:00 -0400 5137 4 158 full false Episode 157 - Jenny Hoffman Episode 157 - Jenny Hoffman Jenny Hoffman - Current Transcon female FKT holder joins me for a very entertaining chat.  This was a real treat for me because she is a great storyteller.  She's coming off a recent win at Vermont 100 and headed to Alaska for a new adventure and FKT attempt.  Hear about it here first.  It starts in on 8/10 if logistics hold up.  Jenny is also on the USA 24 hour World Championship team headed to France in the Fall.  Enjoy!

@runjennyrunusa

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]]> Jenny Hoffman - Current Transcon female FKT holder joins me for a very entertaining chat.  This was a real treat for me because she is a great storyteller.  She's coming off a recent win at Vermont 100 and headed to Alaska for a new adventure and FKT attempt.  Hear about it here first.  It starts in on 8/10 if logistics hold up.  Jenny is also on the USA 24 hour World Championship team headed to France in the Fall.  Enjoy!

@runjennyrunusa

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The Hot Box Sauna | Home

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Effin' Runner - Runner Tees, Hoodies, and Gifts – Effin' Ultra Runner

discount code - MARTY for 20%


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17615966 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 22:00:00 -0400 4611 4 157 full false Episode 156 - Addison Hendricks - Journey Runner Episode 156 - Addison Hendricks - Journey Runner Addison Hendricks is a funny, confident, and interesting young man.  Coming off a win at Vol State 2025, he's at the top of his game and hasn't really peaked yet.  Still many lessons to learn and races to win.  His enthusiasm for the rapidly growing sport of journey runs is infectious.  Enjoy!

@a.p_runsultras

VOLS 2025 – Ordinary People Can Achieve Extraordinary Things

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Effin' Runner - Runner Tees, Hoodies, and Gifts – Effin' Ultra Runner

use code MARTY for a 20% discount!

]]> Addison Hendricks is a funny, confident, and interesting young man.  Coming off a win at Vol State 2025, he's at the top of his game and hasn't really peaked yet.  Still many lessons to learn and races to win.  His enthusiasm for the rapidly growing sport of journey runs is infectious.  Enjoy!

@a.p_runsultras

VOLS 2025 – Ordinary People Can Achieve Extraordinary Things

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

The Hot Box Sauna | Home

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17585439 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 22:00:00 -0400 4539 4 156 full false Episode 155 - Mount to Coast Thrives in Death Valley! Episode 155 - Mount to Coast Thrives in Death Valley! Mount to Coast is quickly establishing its place in the sport of ultra running!  They have been in the United States for over a year now and are becoming very popular.  This year in particular the company is getting more involved sponsoring races and developing more shoes to cater to the different aspects of ultra running.  They recruited and signed a team of elite athletes with character and they are doing great things.  Mount to Coast became a major sponsor of Badwater 135, and had several team members selected in the race.  They hired a highly decorated ultra-running filmmaker to make a documentary following the team and the shoes.  I got the opportunity to chat with 4 of the main characters.  Meg Eckert, Viktoria Brown, Sierra Degroff, and Kaylee Frederick.  They all earned the buckle.  Enjoy my chat with four badass ladies of ultra and proud representatives of Mount to Coast.  

@_megeckert

@viktoriabrownathlete

@sdegroff

@frederick.kaylee

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]]> Mount to Coast is quickly establishing its place in the sport of ultra running!  They have been in the United States for over a year now and are becoming very popular.  This year in particular the company is getting more involved sponsoring races and developing more shoes to cater to the different aspects of ultra running.  They recruited and signed a team of elite athletes with character and they are doing great things.  Mount to Coast became a major sponsor of Badwater 135, and had several team members selected in the race.  They hired a highly decorated ultra-running filmmaker to make a documentary following the team and the shoes.  I got the opportunity to chat with 4 of the main characters.  Meg Eckert, Viktoria Brown, Sierra Degroff, and Kaylee Frederick.  They all earned the buckle.  Enjoy my chat with four badass ladies of ultra and proud representatives of Mount to Coast.  

@_megeckert

@viktoriabrownathlete

@sdegroff

@frederick.kaylee

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

code - lubeyourfriends

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Food for Athletes ⚡ #1 Sports Nutrition Store for performance boosting fuel, hydration, gear and more. FREE Shipping

The Hot Box Sauna | Home

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17555054 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 22:00:00 -0400 5293 full false Episode 154 - WTF!! It's Joe Miller! Episode 154 - WTF!! It's Joe Miller! Joe Miller from Ocala, Florida is a familiar face in the Florida Ultra and Trail Running scene.  He's very involved in the community, especially Central Florida.  He played a part in just about every attempt at the Across Florida 200 in the last year or so, not to mention he is co-host of the most popular podcast in Florida.  He's a military combat veteran, been involved in law enforcement after that, and is the epitome of service.  He's also got a great beard and calves.  Enjoy his story and learn about his new venture, Combat Racing.  You can find wherever you get your podcasts.  

@thelazytrailrunner

 Where's The Finish Podcast

Combat Racing Events

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Food for Athletes ⚡ #1 Sports Nutrition Store for performance boosting fuel, hydration, gear and more. FREE Shipping

24 Days For Team USA Virtual Challenge

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]]> Joe Miller from Ocala, Florida is a familiar face in the Florida Ultra and Trail Running scene.  He's very involved in the community, especially Central Florida.  He played a part in just about every attempt at the Across Florida 200 in the last year or so, not to mention he is co-host of the most popular podcast in Florida.  He's a military combat veteran, been involved in law enforcement after that, and is the epitome of service.  He's also got a great beard and calves.  Enjoy his story and learn about his new venture, Combat Racing.  You can find wherever you get your podcasts.  

@thelazytrailrunner

 Where's The Finish Podcast

Combat Racing Events

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Food for Athletes ⚡ #1 Sports Nutrition Store for performance boosting fuel, hydration, gear and more. FREE Shipping

24 Days For Team USA Virtual Challenge

https://www.thehotboxsauna.com/?ref=MARTYGARDNER

code - HOTMARTY5

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17535782 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 22:00:00 -0400 4331 4 154 full false Episode 153 - The Women's Race at Tahoe 200 Episode 153 - The Women's Race at Tahoe 200 I'm here for the women's race!  I had the pleasure of a nice Wednesday night chat with 4 badass ultrarunners recently.  Lauren Jones, Stephanie Rosebaugh, Amy Bukszpan, and Andrea Moore joined me to discuss their ultrarunning journey and share stories about their Tahoe 200 experience.  What a treat!  I hope you enjoy as much as I did!

@lauren.runs.for.grilled.cheese

@stephsrunspiration

@amy_rae_b

@andthensome

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Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Food for Athletes ⚡ #1 Sports Nutrition Store for performance boosting fuel, hydration, gear and more. FREE Shipping

Pacer Travel - YouTube

24 Days For Team USA Virtual Challenge

]]> I'm here for the women's race!  I had the pleasure of a nice Wednesday night chat with 4 badass ultrarunners recently.  Lauren Jones, Stephanie Rosebaugh, Amy Bukszpan, and Andrea Moore joined me to discuss their ultrarunning journey and share stories about their Tahoe 200 experience.  What a treat!  I hope you enjoy as much as I did!

@lauren.runs.for.grilled.cheese

@stephsrunspiration

@amy_rae_b

@andthensome

 Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Food for Athletes ⚡ #1 Sports Nutrition Store for performance boosting fuel, hydration, gear and more. FREE Shipping

Pacer Travel - YouTube

24 Days For Team USA Virtual Challenge

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17498804 Sun, 13 Jul 2025 20:00:00 -0400 6237 4 153 full false Episode 152 - Chris Twiggs Previews 2025 Hardrock 100 Episode 152 - Chris Twiggs Previews 2025 Hardrock 100 Chris Twiggs is a 17-time finisher at Hardrock.  He's also co-host of The Hardtalk Podcast, which is all things Hardrock 100 Endurance Run all the time.  He is very passionate about that race.  If you've ever met Chris at an ultra or one of the many other races or expos, you will know that he's a smart, interesting guy.  He takes the time and learns the stories of the people he meets and the places he goes, and he's just a natural at sharing them.  The only editing I have to do in my talks with him are my booboos.    He helps me wrap my head around the lottery system, course conditions, history, and of course we discuss some favorites and Miles With Marty alums.  It's a super fun chat and I hope you enjoy!

@christwiggs

@hardrock100run

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PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Food for Athletes ⚡ #1 Sports Nutrition Store for performance boosting fuel, hydration, gear and more. FREE Shipping

Pacer Travel - YouTube

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-32-terry-wallace/id1706746698?i=1000715614220

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2sxawBZ4icapB6ec7vJbyi?si=fBdU1k3lTBCx3ki92B8jYg

]]> Chris Twiggs is a 17-time finisher at Hardrock.  He's also co-host of The Hardtalk Podcast, which is all things Hardrock 100 Endurance Run all the time.  He is very passionate about that race.  If you've ever met Chris at an ultra or one of the many other races or expos, you will know that he's a smart, interesting guy.  He takes the time and learns the stories of the people he meets and the places he goes, and he's just a natural at sharing them.  The only editing I have to do in my talks with him are my booboos.    He helps me wrap my head around the lottery system, course conditions, history, and of course we discuss some favorites and Miles With Marty alums.  It's a super fun chat and I hope you enjoy!

@christwiggs

@hardrock100run

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves - code Timberfriends

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Food for Athletes ⚡ #1 Sports Nutrition Store for performance boosting fuel, hydration, gear and more. FREE Shipping

Pacer Travel - YouTube

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-32-terry-wallace/id1706746698?i=1000715614220

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2sxawBZ4icapB6ec7vJbyi?si=fBdU1k3lTBCx3ki92B8jYg

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17460795 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 19:00:00 -0400 3416 4 152 full false Episode 151 - Pamela Chapman Markle - Keys 1000 miler Episode 151 - Pamela Chapman Markle - Keys 1000 miler Pamela Chapman Markle completed the Keys 100 this year for her 10th time!  10 Keys 100 finishes!  Crazy!  This race is not easy.  Pam is 69 years young.  She's also on her way to Death Valley to go for her 7th Badwater finish.  She's also completed 50+ more ultras and they were mostly 100's.  Inspiring, amazing, you pick the adjective!  I hope enjoy hearing her humbly share her story as much as me.  Please share!

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

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]]> Pamela Chapman Markle completed the Keys 100 this year for her 10th time!  10 Keys 100 finishes!  Crazy!  This race is not easy.  Pam is 69 years young.  She's also on her way to Death Valley to go for her 7th Badwater finish.  She's also completed 50+ more ultras and they were mostly 100's.  Inspiring, amazing, you pick the adjective!  I hope enjoy hearing her humbly share her story as much as me.  Please share!

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Food for Athletes ⚡ #1 Sports Nutrition Store for performance boosting fuel, hydration, gear and more. FREE Shipping

(8) Pacer Travel - YouTube



]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17447569 Thu, 03 Jul 2025 23:00:00 -0400 4827 4 151 full false Episode 150 - Luke and Nicole Episode 150 - Luke and Nicole Luke Vidal and Nicole Kay is a runner's love story made in heaven....or Ft. Myers.  They are one of the nicest and most enthusiastic running couples you will ever meet.  I think I formally met them at Trident last year, but had been at a few races that they were at before that.  Their stories are quite interesting and entertaining.  I truly enjoy getting to know these incredible humans of our Ultrarunning community.  Hope you do as well!

@soflo__runner

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

https://www.youtube.com/@Pacertravel

RunFluent / Fūlwise

rise run recover repeat - Search Results | Facebook

Rocycle LLC | IT Asset Management & Electronic Recycling

Break the Bank - October 11, 2025

Sombrero Sizzler - July 12, 2025

]]> Luke Vidal and Nicole Kay is a runner's love story made in heaven....or Ft. Myers.  They are one of the nicest and most enthusiastic running couples you will ever meet.  I think I formally met them at Trident last year, but had been at a few races that they were at before that.  Their stories are quite interesting and entertaining.  I truly enjoy getting to know these incredible humans of our Ultrarunning community.  Hope you do as well!

@soflo__runner

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

https://www.youtube.com/@Pacertravel

RunFluent / Fūlwise

rise run recover repeat - Search Results | Facebook

Rocycle LLC | IT Asset Management & Electronic Recycling

Break the Bank - October 11, 2025

Sombrero Sizzler - July 12, 2025

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17367272 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 22:00:00 -0400 5042 4 150 full false Episode 149 - Western States Preview with AJW Episode 149 - Western States Preview with AJW There is no one on earth more passionate and knowledgeable about Western States than Andy Jones-Wilkins. aka AJW.  He breaks down for us the men's and women's division.  It is still gonna be an exciting, super competitive race with or without Courtney, Katie, Walmsley and Hawks.  The course is in good shape and the field is stacked.  This one is short but packed with information.  Enjoy!

@ajoneswilkins

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

@pacertravel  - path.crx@aol.com

Pacer Travel - YouTube

Sombrero Sizzler - July 12, 2025

Break the Bank - October 11, 2025

https://www.patreon.com/c/MilesWithMarty

RunFluent / Fūlwise

rise run recover repeat - Search Results | Facebook

https://rocycle.com/

]]> There is no one on earth more passionate and knowledgeable about Western States than Andy Jones-Wilkins. aka AJW.  He breaks down for us the men's and women's division.  It is still gonna be an exciting, super competitive race with or without Courtney, Katie, Walmsley and Hawks.  The course is in good shape and the field is stacked.  This one is short but packed with information.  Enjoy!

@ajoneswilkins

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

@pacertravel  - path.crx@aol.com

Pacer Travel - YouTube

Sombrero Sizzler - July 12, 2025

Break the Bank - October 11, 2025

https://www.patreon.com/c/MilesWithMarty

RunFluent / Fūlwise

rise run recover repeat - Search Results | Facebook

https://rocycle.com/

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17337692 Sat, 14 Jun 2025 18:00:00 -0400 3698 4 149 full false Episode 148 - Thierry Maxime Guillot Episode 148 - Thierry Maxime Guillot I first heard Thierry Guillot's name when he got 5th place at Long Haul 100 this year in 17:57:26 at 56 years old.  This was a 50ish minute PR for him, but don't be fooled by the flat race time.  This dude has done some tough ones all over the world including a recent finish at Cruel Jewel and Canyons.  He's from Miami by way of France and he's a fast marathoner as well.  Enjoy!

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

code = Timberfriends

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Pacer Travel - YouTube

@pacertravel  -  pathcrx@aol.com

RunFluent | Ultra Marathon

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Rocycle LLC | IT Asset Management & Electronic Recycling

Sombrero Sizzler - July 12, 2025


]]> I first heard Thierry Guillot's name when he got 5th place at Long Haul 100 this year in 17:57:26 at 56 years old.  This was a 50ish minute PR for him, but don't be fooled by the flat race time.  This dude has done some tough ones all over the world including a recent finish at Cruel Jewel and Canyons.  He's from Miami by way of France and he's a fast marathoner as well.  Enjoy!

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

code = Timberfriends

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Pacer Travel - YouTube

@pacertravel  -  pathcrx@aol.com

RunFluent | Ultra Marathon

RunFluent / Fūlwise

(1) Facebook

Rocycle LLC | IT Asset Management & Electronic Recycling

Sombrero Sizzler - July 12, 2025


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17300808 Sun, 08 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0400 4382 4 148 full false Episode 147 - Rick Albanese Episode 147 - Rick Albanese Rick Albanese is a guy I met online back in the early Spring this year when he reached out with questions about the Chief Ladiga 100.  After he finished the race, I learned it was his comeback race after beating cancer.  I love a good comeback story, so I asked him to share it with you.  With races of 26.2 or longer in 40 states so far, he has plenty of stories.  Enjoy!

Marathon Animal Rescue - Home

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https://sombrerorunning.com/events

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https://squirrelsnutbutter.com/

https://playonrelief.com/?ref=martygardner

Sweat, Swat n Swear! - May 25, 2025

Stevi's Roost 48 Hour Ultra - May 30, 2025

Sombrero Sizzler - July 12, 2025

The Hoot'n Bulldog Track Ultra - November 14, 2025

RunFluent / Fūlwise

Facebook

Rocycle LLC | IT Asset Management & Electronic Recycling

]]> Rick Albanese is a guy I met online back in the early Spring this year when he reached out with questions about the Chief Ladiga 100.  After he finished the race, I learned it was his comeback race after beating cancer.  I love a good comeback story, so I asked him to share it with you.  With races of 26.2 or longer in 40 states so far, he has plenty of stories.  Enjoy!

Marathon Animal Rescue - Home

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

https://www.youtube.com/@Pacertravel

https://sombrerorunning.com/events

https://www.patreon.com/c/MilesWithMarty

https://squirrelsnutbutter.com/

https://playonrelief.com/?ref=martygardner

Sweat, Swat n Swear! - May 25, 2025

Stevi's Roost 48 Hour Ultra - May 30, 2025

Sombrero Sizzler - July 12, 2025

The Hoot'n Bulldog Track Ultra - November 14, 2025

RunFluent / Fūlwise

Facebook

Rocycle LLC | IT Asset Management & Electronic Recycling

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17205050 Wed, 21 May 2025 15:00:00 -0400 6538 4 147 full false Episode 146 - Emily Hawgood Episode 146 - Emily Hawgood I have been following Emily Hawgood ever since I saw her at the runners meeting up by the stage for Western States in 2023.  She loves that race and just exudes positivity and joy.  Just absolutely grateful to be there and it showed in the way she carried herself.  It was a real treat to chat with Emily and hear her story.  Growing up in Zimbabwe and coming over to America with no guarantees but working her way into being a professional athlete and coach.  I hope you enjoy my chat with this amazing lady!

@emilyhawgood

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

http://mounttocoast.com/discount/marty

@pacertravel - pathcrx@aol.com

Pacer Travel - YouTube

Sober Sombrero Running

Miles With Marty Podcast | Home base for the ultra-running community | Patreon

]]> I have been following Emily Hawgood ever since I saw her at the runners meeting up by the stage for Western States in 2023.  She loves that race and just exudes positivity and joy.  Just absolutely grateful to be there and it showed in the way she carried herself.  It was a real treat to chat with Emily and hear her story.  Growing up in Zimbabwe and coming over to America with no guarantees but working her way into being a professional athlete and coach.  I hope you enjoy my chat with this amazing lady!

@emilyhawgood

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

http://mounttocoast.com/discount/marty

@pacertravel - pathcrx@aol.com

Pacer Travel - YouTube

Sober Sombrero Running

Miles With Marty Podcast | Home base for the ultra-running community | Patreon

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17140743 Sun, 11 May 2025 21:00:00 -0400 4692 4 146 full false Episode 145 - Chris Worden from Aravaipa/Mountain Outpost talks Cocodona! Episode 145 - Chris Worden from Aravaipa/Mountain Outpost talks Cocodona! I really enjoyed a chat with Chris Worden.  We hear a bit pf his running story and discuss his training as he prepares to run Western States in 8 weeks.  We also dive deep into live streaming, how it's evolved and changed the way we get to follow our favorite races.  Also a little preview of Cocodona of course.  Enjoy!

@clword77

@mountainoutpost

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https://www.youtube.com/live/LcaJA9pRxZM?si=oIKAzxLz6csKlXp5

https://mounttocoast.com/discount/Marty

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Pacer Travel - YouTube

Madre's Fiesta - May 10, 2025

Stevi's Roost 48 Hour Ultra - May 30, 2025


]]> I really enjoyed a chat with Chris Worden.  We hear a bit pf his running story and discuss his training as he prepares to run Western States in 8 weeks.  We also dive deep into live streaming, how it's evolved and changed the way we get to follow our favorite races.  Also a little preview of Cocodona of course.  Enjoy!

@clword77

@mountainoutpost

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

https://www.youtube.com/live/LcaJA9pRxZM?si=oIKAzxLz6csKlXp5

https://mounttocoast.com/discount/Marty

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Pacer Travel - YouTube

Madre's Fiesta - May 10, 2025

Stevi's Roost 48 Hour Ultra - May 30, 2025


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17090807 Fri, 02 May 2025 22:00:00 -0400 4515 4 145 full false Episode 144 - James Ebert - Southern States 200 Champion Episode 144 - James Ebert - Southern States 200 Champion James Ebert is a friend that I found in my preparation for Southern States 200.  He won the inaugural event in just over 48 hours, and I was hoping to get some tips from him to help me (a much slower guy) be able to complete the race.  It ended up not happening for me because of injury, but I've been able to chat with him a few times now.  James is no stranger to Florida races either, having done Death at Dupuis twice, Across Florida 200, and taking 2nd place overall this year at Long Haul 100.  He also went back to defend his title at Southern States.  You'll have to listen to see how that worked out.  Enjoy!

@jamesebert256

Donations for food/supplies costs at races | Patreon

It asks for $10 increments, but you can do any amount.  Thanks!

https://www.youtube.com/@Pacertravel

https://squirrelsnutbutter.com/

https://playonrelief.com/?ref=martygardner

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 26, 2025

Carolina Thread 8hr/12hr - May 3, 2025


]]> James Ebert is a friend that I found in my preparation for Southern States 200.  He won the inaugural event in just over 48 hours, and I was hoping to get some tips from him to help me (a much slower guy) be able to complete the race.  It ended up not happening for me because of injury, but I've been able to chat with him a few times now.  James is no stranger to Florida races either, having done Death at Dupuis twice, Across Florida 200, and taking 2nd place overall this year at Long Haul 100.  He also went back to defend his title at Southern States.  You'll have to listen to see how that worked out.  Enjoy!

@jamesebert256

Donations for food/supplies costs at races | Patreon

It asks for $10 increments, but you can do any amount.  Thanks!

https://www.youtube.com/@Pacertravel

https://squirrelsnutbutter.com/

https://playonrelief.com/?ref=martygardner

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 26, 2025

Carolina Thread 8hr/12hr - May 3, 2025


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-17010929 Sun, 20 Apr 2025 20:00:00 -0400 5330 4 144 full false Episode 143 - Rosie Gagnon, Running for Dexter Episode 143 - Rosie Gagnon, Running for Dexter I had the privilege of meeting Rosie Gagnon at Bootlegger 100 this year while working with the live stream team.  This was her 91st 100-mile finish.  She is a strong, committed, driven individual with a strong why.  I look forward to sharing it with you.   Enjoy.

@rosienanette

@wearblue

@warriortrailfoundation

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https://mounttocoast.com/discount/Marty

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

@pacertravel

Pacer Travel - YouTube

Funest 50k @ Carter Rd - April 19, 2025

Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 26, 2025

Carolina Thread 8hr/12hr - May 3, 2025

Sunshine Endurance Run

]]> I had the privilege of meeting Rosie Gagnon at Bootlegger 100 this year while working with the live stream team.  This was her 91st 100-mile finish.  She is a strong, committed, driven individual with a strong why.  I look forward to sharing it with you.   Enjoy.

@rosienanette

@wearblue

@warriortrailfoundation

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

https://mounttocoast.com/discount/Marty

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

@pacertravel

Pacer Travel - YouTube

Funest 50k @ Carter Rd - April 19, 2025

Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 26, 2025

Carolina Thread 8hr/12hr - May 3, 2025

Sunshine Endurance Run

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16992402 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:00:00 -0400 5396 4 143 full false Episode 142 - Simone Valentin Austin does hard things! Episode 142 - Simone Valentin Austin does hard things! Simone is a badass ultra runner from Florida by way of Brazil.  She popped onto my radar last year at Cocodona as one of the amazing Floridians that finished, but just a few weeks ago, she finished the 6633 Arctic Ultra.  380 miles around the Arctic circle in sub-zero temps.  No crew, no pacers.  Just Simone and her sled full of supplies.  Hear her stories of adventure and be inspired to do hard, cold things.  

@simonevalentin_ultrarunner

https://mounttocoast.com?sca_ref=8429498.i3SphjUOzN

https://mounttocoast.com/discount/Marty

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

discount code = MartyG20

@pacertravel  -  727-433-2385  -  pathcrx@aol.com

@ultraspire

Carolina Thread 8hr/12hr - May 3, 2025

https://www.warriortrail.org/


]]> Simone is a badass ultra runner from Florida by way of Brazil.  She popped onto my radar last year at Cocodona as one of the amazing Floridians that finished, but just a few weeks ago, she finished the 6633 Arctic Ultra.  380 miles around the Arctic circle in sub-zero temps.  No crew, no pacers.  Just Simone and her sled full of supplies.  Hear her stories of adventure and be inspired to do hard, cold things.  

@simonevalentin_ultrarunner

https://mounttocoast.com?sca_ref=8429498.i3SphjUOzN

https://mounttocoast.com/discount/Marty

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

discount code = MartyG20

@pacertravel  -  727-433-2385  -  pathcrx@aol.com

@ultraspire

Carolina Thread 8hr/12hr - May 3, 2025

https://www.warriortrail.org/


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16914826 Thu, 03 Apr 2025 22:00:00 -0400 5367 4 142 full false Episode 141 - Chris Raup of the Warrior Trail Foundation Episode 141 - Chris Raup of the Warrior Trail Foundation Chris Raup is an accomplished ultra-runner, a retired veteran and the founder of the Warrior Trail Foundation.  I will let you listen to learn about this awesome foundation, but I will say it involves trail running and helping out suffering veterans.  That should be enough!  Check it out, share with your friends, and go check out their website and please support the show sponsors.  

 @warriortrailfoundation

Warrior Trail Foundation

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

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]]> Chris Raup is an accomplished ultra-runner, a retired veteran and the founder of the Warrior Trail Foundation.  I will let you listen to learn about this awesome foundation, but I will say it involves trail running and helping out suffering veterans.  That should be enough!  Check it out, share with your friends, and go check out their website and please support the show sponsors.  

 @warriortrailfoundation

Warrior Trail Foundation

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16873881 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 22:00:00 -0400 4642 4 141 full false Episode 140 - Davy Crockett, the runner, not the "the king of the wild frontier" Episode 140 - Davy Crockett, the runner, not the "the king of the wild frontier" Davy.... Davy Crockett.  He is an accomplished ultra runner with over 100 - 100 mile finishes, and quite the ultra-running historian.  He's also an author of many ultra running history books, race director, and podcaster.  If you're a fan of the sport, you probably already know of him, if you're knew, give him a follow.  You will learn a lot about the history of ultra running.  He's also over the Ultra Running Hall of Fame, keeps a running (pun inserted) list of the 100 club. (people with 100 or more 100 mile finishes)  

I could talk for hours about just the history of the sport, but Davy has an interesting running story himself and the way he got started.  I love these stories.  Hope you enjoy and give him a follow on his podcast.

@ultracrockett

Ultrarunning History

Daufuskie Island 100/50/RELAY - March 29, 2025

The Bootlegger 100 Mile Trail Race - April 5, 2025

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]]> Davy.... Davy Crockett.  He is an accomplished ultra runner with over 100 - 100 mile finishes, and quite the ultra-running historian.  He's also an author of many ultra running history books, race director, and podcaster.  If you're a fan of the sport, you probably already know of him, if you're knew, give him a follow.  You will learn a lot about the history of ultra running.  He's also over the Ultra Running Hall of Fame, keeps a running (pun inserted) list of the 100 club. (people with 100 or more 100 mile finishes)  

I could talk for hours about just the history of the sport, but Davy has an interesting running story himself and the way he got started.  I love these stories.  Hope you enjoy and give him a follow on his podcast.

@ultracrockett

Ultrarunning History

Daufuskie Island 100/50/RELAY - March 29, 2025

The Bootlegger 100 Mile Trail Race - April 5, 2025

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

https://mounttocoast.com?sca_ref=8429498.i3SphjUOzN

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

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(451) Pacer Travel - YouTube

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16843690 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400 4817 4 140 full false Episode 139 - Kendra Wilson, BUA Queen and a whole lot more! Episode 139 - Kendra Wilson, BUA Queen and a whole lot more! When I reached out to Kendra Wilson, aka Kendra Renee from BUA fame, I expected a bunch of laughs, but we actually had a mostly serious conversation.  She has been through hell with different illnesses and battled her way into wellness and becoming a badass ultra runner.  Check out her awesome story!

https://www.globalcoherenceproject.org/

https://drjoedispenza.com/

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

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]]> When I reached out to Kendra Wilson, aka Kendra Renee from BUA fame, I expected a bunch of laughs, but we actually had a mostly serious conversation.  She has been through hell with different illnesses and battled her way into wellness and becoming a badass ultra runner.  Check out her awesome story!

https://www.globalcoherenceproject.org/

https://drjoedispenza.com/

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

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https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?eid=18336

https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjI3MzM3

https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Atlanta/THEFLAMINGPOSSUM



]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16789640 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 22:00:00 -0400 5169 4 139 full false Episode 138 - Aden St. Charles Episode 138 - Aden St. Charles Aden St. Charles is a name that I have heard in the southeastern ultra-running circles ever since I have been in the sport.  She is as strong of an ultrarunner as you will ever meet, also humble and kind.  Always volunteering when she's not running.  Hailing from the beautiful city of Chattanooga, Tennessee, she has access to some beautiful trails and has run many races all over the country and placed high in most with quite a few wins.  She's got lots of great stories with good lessons and loves to share them.  She's also a coach.  Of course I love to talk period, so this is a long one.  Enjoy!

@adenstcharles

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Stephen's Legacy - Bigger Than, Inc.

THE FLAMING POSSUM


]]> Aden St. Charles is a name that I have heard in the southeastern ultra-running circles ever since I have been in the sport.  She is as strong of an ultrarunner as you will ever meet, also humble and kind.  Always volunteering when she's not running.  Hailing from the beautiful city of Chattanooga, Tennessee, she has access to some beautiful trails and has run many races all over the country and placed high in most with quite a few wins.  She's got lots of great stories with good lessons and loves to share them.  She's also a coach.  Of course I love to talk period, so this is a long one.  Enjoy!

@adenstcharles

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

@pacertravel - 727-433-2385  -  pathcrx@aol.com

Stephen's Legacy - Bigger Than, Inc.

THE FLAMING POSSUM


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16729560 Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0500 8093 full false Episode 137 - Julian Long Episode 137 - Julian Long Julian Long is a husband, a father, and a humble and kind guy who happens to be a legit strong ultrarunner.  I got the chance to sit down and hear his story.  In a short time. he went from being a hiker to a course record holder and multi time ultra winner.  He's such a treat to get to know and just scratching the surface in his long distance game.  He will be a force to reckon with for many years to come!

Also don't miss the link below for Amber's Bigger Than the Trail fundraiser for Southern States 200.  Stephen's Legacy.

Stephen's Legacy - Bigger Than, Inc.

THE FLAMING POSSUM

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

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]]> Julian Long is a husband, a father, and a humble and kind guy who happens to be a legit strong ultrarunner.  I got the chance to sit down and hear his story.  In a short time. he went from being a hiker to a course record holder and multi time ultra winner.  He's such a treat to get to know and just scratching the surface in his long distance game.  He will be a force to reckon with for many years to come!

Also don't miss the link below for Amber's Bigger Than the Trail fundraiser for Southern States 200.  Stephen's Legacy.

Stephen's Legacy - Bigger Than, Inc.

THE FLAMING POSSUM

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

code - lubeyourfriends

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

code MartyG20

(372) Pacer Travel - YouTube

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16701099 Thu, 27 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500 3855 4 137 full false Episode 136 - Race Roundtable with BobbieJoe Episode 136 - Race Roundtable with BobbieJoe Episode 136 is a roundtable discussion recapping and previewing races and discussing current events in ultrarunning.  She's a big fan of the sport, very knowledgeable, a certified coach, and an accomplished ultrarunner.  We hope to do this on a regular basis so send us your epic race accomplishments to shout out, or favorite races to preview.  I'm sorry to say some of the races we previewed have already happened.  Hopefully next time will be a little more in advance.  Send me your feedback on what you would like to hear about on the roundtable.  

@pop_punk_runner

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PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

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(365) Pacer Travel - YouTube

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

]]> Episode 136 is a roundtable discussion recapping and previewing races and discussing current events in ultrarunning.  She's a big fan of the sport, very knowledgeable, a certified coach, and an accomplished ultrarunner.  We hope to do this on a regular basis so send us your epic race accomplishments to shout out, or favorite races to preview.  I'm sorry to say some of the races we previewed have already happened.  Hopefully next time will be a little more in advance.  Send me your feedback on what you would like to hear about on the roundtable.  

@pop_punk_runner

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

code - lubeyourfriends

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

code - MartyG20

@pacertravel  -  727-433-2385  -  pathcrx@aol.com

(365) Pacer Travel - YouTube

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

]]> Buzzsprout-16679873 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:00:00 -0500 5964 4 136 full false Episode 135 - Pam Reed Episode 135 - Pam Reed I got the opportunity to crew Pam Reed for the 2024 Daytona 100.  Most folks know I enjoy helping others do epic things as much as doing it myself.  For Pam, this was 100 miler (or longer) finish 120, I believe, maybe 121.  She now has 122.  It was a sight to behold.  At 63 years old, she made 22 hours and change look fairly easy.  The big lesson I learned is minimal stop time.  Because this was a point to point race with minimal aid stations, crew meetups were fairly often.  Probably close to 25 times in 100 miles.  And in one stop, she changed all of her clothes as well as shoes and socks.  I still bet her stop time was way less than an hour.  Incredible.  She has so many accomplishments, we could do 5 episodes and not cover them all.  Many Badwater finishes with an overall win mixed in, Western States, Hardrock, Moad 240, Cocodona 250, on and on.  Enjoy.


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]]> I got the opportunity to crew Pam Reed for the 2024 Daytona 100.  Most folks know I enjoy helping others do epic things as much as doing it myself.  For Pam, this was 100 miler (or longer) finish 120, I believe, maybe 121.  She now has 122.  It was a sight to behold.  At 63 years old, she made 22 hours and change look fairly easy.  The big lesson I learned is minimal stop time.  Because this was a point to point race with minimal aid stations, crew meetups were fairly often.  Probably close to 25 times in 100 miles.  And in one stop, she changed all of her clothes as well as shoes and socks.  I still bet her stop time was way less than an hour.  Incredible.  She has so many accomplishments, we could do 5 episodes and not cover them all.  Many Badwater finishes with an overall win mixed in, Western States, Hardrock, Moad 240, Cocodona 250, on and on.  Enjoy.


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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16592291 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 21:00:00 -0500 6078 4 135 full false Episode 134 - Long Haul Recap and Mount to Coast's Doug Rosenburg Episode 134 - Long Haul Recap and Mount to Coast's Doug Rosenburg In this episode, I take a few minutes to discuss the good, bad, and ugly from my recent survival at Long Haul 100.  Then I jump into a very interesting interview with Doug Rosenberg of Mount to Coast shoe company.  Mount to Coast came on the ultra-running scene last Spring with 2 models of road shoes, a racer and a trainer.  They've since introduced a third model and have a trail shoe in the works. They have new technology in the foam and stability system that makes it a very durable, lightweight, and comfortable running shoe designed to go beyond the normal distance of competitive brands.  Mount to Coast came highly recommended by a few friends and guests of the show and it's still early for me. but I really like them.  Check out the interview and give them a try if you're interested.  Doug also discusses a 100k race series they are sponsoring so check it out!

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Store Locator – Mount to Coast

https://www.youtube.com/live/E2gCih8M_7A?si=c7qa9Vxgc6uZ-_dv

The Bootlegger 100 Mile Trail Race - April 5, 2025

Daufuskie Island 100/50/RELAY - March 29, 2025

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]]> In this episode, I take a few minutes to discuss the good, bad, and ugly from my recent survival at Long Haul 100.  Then I jump into a very interesting interview with Doug Rosenberg of Mount to Coast shoe company.  Mount to Coast came on the ultra-running scene last Spring with 2 models of road shoes, a racer and a trainer.  They've since introduced a third model and have a trail shoe in the works. They have new technology in the foam and stability system that makes it a very durable, lightweight, and comfortable running shoe designed to go beyond the normal distance of competitive brands.  Mount to Coast came highly recommended by a few friends and guests of the show and it's still early for me. but I really like them.  Check out the interview and give them a try if you're interested.  Doug also discusses a 100k race series they are sponsoring so check it out!

Mount to Coast | For runners who transcend distance.

Store Locator – Mount to Coast

https://www.youtube.com/live/E2gCih8M_7A?si=c7qa9Vxgc6uZ-_dv

The Bootlegger 100 Mile Trail Race - April 5, 2025

Daufuskie Island 100/50/RELAY - March 29, 2025

@pacertravel - 727-433-2385  -  pathcrx@aol.com

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves
discount code = lubeyourfriends

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief
discount code = MartyG20

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16507583 Sun, 26 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0500 3786 4 134 full false Episode 133 - The Long Haul Preview brought to you by Pacer Travel Episode 133 - The Long Haul Preview brought to you by Pacer Travel I had the opportunity to join Pacer Travel's own Jeff Iosa, OG FUR podcaster and Skunk Ape Events founder Joe Fuller, and beloved RD (or should I say co-RD, because we all know who the boss is) of Long Haul himself, Andy Mathews.  We talk trivia, predictions, weather, mud and lack of it, pristine courses, etc.  Andy gives course breakdown and updates with exact mileage to aid stations, etc.  Please note, this is the audio version of the YouTube video.  It has been edited a little but I had no control over the settings.  For bonus content and some very handsome guests, see the video in the link provided.  See you at Long Haul!

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Long Haul 2025 Preview


]]> I had the opportunity to join Pacer Travel's own Jeff Iosa, OG FUR podcaster and Skunk Ape Events founder Joe Fuller, and beloved RD (or should I say co-RD, because we all know who the boss is) of Long Haul himself, Andy Mathews.  We talk trivia, predictions, weather, mud and lack of it, pristine courses, etc.  Andy gives course breakdown and updates with exact mileage to aid stations, etc.  Please note, this is the audio version of the YouTube video.  It has been edited a little but I had no control over the settings.  For bonus content and some very handsome guests, see the video in the link provided.  See you at Long Haul!

@pacertravel  -  727-433-2385  -  pathcrx@aol.com

Long Haul 2025 Preview


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16428149 Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0500 3228 4 133 full false Episode 132 - Nels Matson Runs with Purpose! Episode 132 - Nels Matson Runs with Purpose! Nels Matson was born with a heart defect basically starving one side for oxygen.  So basically, his first few years were like training at altitude.  His own Leadville childhood.  At the age of 3 he had open heart surgery and at 5 was released to play sports.  He has never looked back, and most certainly has not taken his gifts for granted.  He has used his gift of stamina to make a difference in the world and has done so with several causes.  His most recent was a Transcon from San Francisco to New York City to raise funds and awareness for The Wounded Warrior Foundation as a part of Project Campbell's Call.  I'll let him tell you the rest.  Enjoy

@toughasnels

Project Campbell's Call to Action - Fundraising For Wounded Warrior Project Community Fundraising

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]]> Nels Matson was born with a heart defect basically starving one side for oxygen.  So basically, his first few years were like training at altitude.  His own Leadville childhood.  At the age of 3 he had open heart surgery and at 5 was released to play sports.  He has never looked back, and most certainly has not taken his gifts for granted.  He has used his gift of stamina to make a difference in the world and has done so with several causes.  His most recent was a Transcon from San Francisco to New York City to raise funds and awareness for The Wounded Warrior Foundation as a part of Project Campbell's Call.  I'll let him tell you the rest.  Enjoy

@toughasnels

Project Campbell's Call to Action - Fundraising For Wounded Warrior Project Community Fundraising

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves
New discount code = lubeyourfriends

PlayOn Pain Relief l Nature’s Hot & Cold Therapy – PlayOn Relief

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16417696 Sat, 11 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 5980 4 132 full false Episode 131 - The 2024 Year in Review Episode 131 - The 2024 Year in Review 2024 was an epic year in running for many people.  It was not my best year, with some injuries and a few DNF's, but I gained a bunch of new friends and some wisdom, son we'll call it a good year.  I reached out for your help and got some input, and my good friend Jeff Iosa with Pacer Travel sat down for a long chat trying to name some of our own winners in categories such as most inspirational guest from this year, favorite episodes, biggest accomplishments, ultra runner of the year. We went international and local.  We also get sidetracked a few times discussing training, life, etc.  Hope you enjoy.  If we left something out, let me know.

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]]> 2024 was an epic year in running for many people.  It was not my best year, with some injuries and a few DNF's, but I gained a bunch of new friends and some wisdom, son we'll call it a good year.  I reached out for your help and got some input, and my good friend Jeff Iosa with Pacer Travel sat down for a long chat trying to name some of our own winners in categories such as most inspirational guest from this year, favorite episodes, biggest accomplishments, ultra runner of the year. We went international and local.  We also get sidetracked a few times discussing training, life, etc.  Hope you enjoy.  If we left something out, let me know.

@pacertravel  -  pathcrx@aol,com  -  727-433-2385

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16368085 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 21:00:00 -0500 6068 4 131 full false Episode 130 - The Florida Travelers Episode 130 - The Florida Travelers There are 2 parts to episode 130.  First off, my friends, Jamie, Charlie, Judie, and Scott are making a run at the Across Florida 200 on the 27th and they are raising funds and awareness for The Child Advocacy Center.  They fully intend to "run with joy" and to use their feet and feat to make a difference for some at-risk children.  Click the links below for info and to support.

Part 2 is Deanna Doane.  She's quite an accomplished ultrarunner and Co-RD with Run Bum Races.  She has big plans for 2025 with an FKT attempt and a running retreat in the Fall.  Hear her story and check out her website to find out how you can support her journey or participate in the retreat.

 https://childadvocacycentergainesville.org/run-with-joy

Fundraiser by Deanna Doane : Help Deanna attempt her FKT on the Florida Trail

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]]> There are 2 parts to episode 130.  First off, my friends, Jamie, Charlie, Judie, and Scott are making a run at the Across Florida 200 on the 27th and they are raising funds and awareness for The Child Advocacy Center.  They fully intend to "run with joy" and to use their feet and feat to make a difference for some at-risk children.  Click the links below for info and to support.

Part 2 is Deanna Doane.  She's quite an accomplished ultrarunner and Co-RD with Run Bum Races.  She has big plans for 2025 with an FKT attempt and a running retreat in the Fall.  Hear her story and check out her website to find out how you can support her journey or participate in the retreat.

 https://childadvocacycentergainesville.org/run-with-joy

Fundraiser by Deanna Doane : Help Deanna attempt her FKT on the Florida Trail

Home | Wandering Runner

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16337569 Tue, 24 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0500 6637 3 130 full false Episode 129 - Marshall Ulrich Episode 129 - Marshall Ulrich Marshall Ulrich is the epitome of a badass ultra runner!  His accomplishments in endurance activities are mind blowing!  Seven summits, 20-time Badwater finisher, 13 time Leadville 100 finisher, Transcon, world class adventure racer, and he's literally always missing toenails.  He's also an RD, and a true friend to many.  It was such an honor for me to get to know Marsh a little and hear some of his stories.  Hope you enjoy!

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]]> Marshall Ulrich is the epitome of a badass ultra runner!  His accomplishments in endurance activities are mind blowing!  Seven summits, 20-time Badwater finisher, 13 time Leadville 100 finisher, Transcon, world class adventure racer, and he's literally always missing toenails.  He's also an RD, and a true friend to many.  It was such an honor for me to get to know Marsh a little and hear some of his stories.  Hope you enjoy!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16271529 Fri, 13 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 6037 3 129 full false Episode 128 - Andy Sholly Episode 128 - Andy Sholly Andy Sholly is a friend of mine and a badass ultra runner from the Tampa area in Florida.  He prefers the backyard ultra format, and does very well at it.  He seems to be built for it.  When he's in race mode, he's just very efficient in every single aspect.  He saves all of the energy for running each yard.  Between each running segment he is in recovery/cool down mode and it is a spectacle to watch how efficient he has become.  Andy is an interesting guy and I'm sure you will enjoy getting to know him and hearing how a BYU person thinks.  

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]]> Andy Sholly is a friend of mine and a badass ultra runner from the Tampa area in Florida.  He prefers the backyard ultra format, and does very well at it.  He seems to be built for it.  When he's in race mode, he's just very efficient in every single aspect.  He saves all of the energy for running each yard.  Between each running segment he is in recovery/cool down mode and it is a spectacle to watch how efficient he has become.  Andy is an interesting guy and I'm sure you will enjoy getting to know him and hearing how a BYU person thinks.  

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16237098 Sat, 07 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500 5802 3 128 full false Episode 127 - Viktoria Brown Episode 127 - Viktoria Brown I met Viktoria out of the blue when she contacted me about possibly crewing her in a race here in Georgia next month.  She ended up deciding against doing the race.  Who does that?!  But we kept talking and knowing that she is a total badass in our sport, I finagled my way into an interview.  What an inspiring story!  She has won several world championship titles and holds 3 different current Canadian records.  She's also a coach, and effective today, she's my coach.  eek.  I hope you enjoy getting to know her!

Viktoria Brown
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]]> I met Viktoria out of the blue when she contacted me about possibly crewing her in a race here in Georgia next month.  She ended up deciding against doing the race.  Who does that?!  But we kept talking and knowing that she is a total badass in our sport, I finagled my way into an interview.  What an inspiring story!  She has won several world championship titles and holds 3 different current Canadian records.  She's also a coach, and effective today, she's my coach.  eek.  I hope you enjoy getting to know her!

Viktoria Brown
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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16174793 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 21:00:00 -0500 6928 3 127 full false Episode 126 - Leah Vincent with rattlers, a mountain lion, and a swimming pool! Episode 126 - Leah Vincent with rattlers, a mountain lion, and a swimming pool! Meet Leah Vincent!  She's an artist, an estate sales professional, and a badass ultra runner.  She's the self-titled queen of DNF's, but she did not DNF Moab 240 this year.  She got the job done with many adventures.  She has taken the lessons from her not so fortunate experiences and turned them into valuable tools in her toolkit.  Enjoy an informative and entertaining chat with an awesome human!

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]]> Meet Leah Vincent!  She's an artist, an estate sales professional, and a badass ultra runner.  She's the self-titled queen of DNF's, but she did not DNF Moab 240 this year.  She got the job done with many adventures.  She has taken the lessons from her not so fortunate experiences and turned them into valuable tools in her toolkit.  Enjoy an informative and entertaining chat with an awesome human!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16115223 Fri, 15 Nov 2024 16:00:00 -0500 5782 3 126 full false Episode 125 - The second most interesting man alive - Joey Lichter Episode 125 - The second most interesting man alive - Joey Lichter Joey Lichter is a dear friend of mine that I met as part of the Florida Ultra Running Community.  He lives in South Florida and is a college professor, badass ultra runner, and just a well-read, super smart guy.  We covered many subjects including the election, politics, DNF's, running, races, psychedelics,etc.  He has run quite a few ultras including HOTS, Vol State, Cowboy 200, Icarus 48 hr, Stinger, 6 Days in the Dome, and on and on.  He's a common sight as a crew or volunteer at races and just a fun guy to be around.  He is definitely the kind of person we want teaching our college students.  If you enjoy half as much as I did, this will be a huge success.  

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]]> Joey Lichter is a dear friend of mine that I met as part of the Florida Ultra Running Community.  He lives in South Florida and is a college professor, badass ultra runner, and just a well-read, super smart guy.  We covered many subjects including the election, politics, DNF's, running, races, psychedelics,etc.  He has run quite a few ultras including HOTS, Vol State, Cowboy 200, Icarus 48 hr, Stinger, 6 Days in the Dome, and on and on.  He's a common sight as a crew or volunteer at races and just a fun guy to be around.  He is definitely the kind of person we want teaching our college students.  If you enjoy half as much as I did, this will be a huge success.  

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16073794 Fri, 08 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0500 5358 3 125 full false Episode 124 - Meg Eckert Episode 124 - Meg Eckert Meg Eckert is the new female BYU world record holder at 362.5 miles.  But that's not all, she's won numerous events from Snow Drop Ultra in Texas to 6 Days in the Dome.  She has a proven track record in going the distance.  Enjoy her story!

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]]> Meg Eckert is the new female BYU world record holder at 362.5 miles.  But that's not all, she's won numerous events from Snow Drop Ultra in Texas to 6 Days in the Dome.  She has a proven track record in going the distance.  Enjoy her story!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-16056386 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 21:00:00 -0500 5614 3 124 full false Episode 123 - The Jester Episode 123 - The Jester Ed "The Jester" Ettinghausen is a 62-year-old man that ran his first ultra at 46 years old.  He had run some marathons and decided to try an ultra.  His first ultra happened to be a 24 hour race and well, you guessed it, he made 100+ miles on his first try.  Now he didn't immediately set out to run 100's every weekend, but has evolved into 280 finished races of 100 miles or more. He's done 41 this year so far with 2 more planned this coming weekend.  

When I first heard of Ed, I thought he probably had a big ego with the Jester schtick and all, but I was dead wrong.  Ed is one of the more humble and supportive humans that you will meet at a race.  He makes it his mission to search out those that are hurting and to help them endure.  I watched it in action recently and I was super inspired.  I hope you enjoy his story as much as me.

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]]> Ed "The Jester" Ettinghausen is a 62-year-old man that ran his first ultra at 46 years old.  He had run some marathons and decided to try an ultra.  His first ultra happened to be a 24 hour race and well, you guessed it, he made 100+ miles on his first try.  Now he didn't immediately set out to run 100's every weekend, but has evolved into 280 finished races of 100 miles or more. He's done 41 this year so far with 2 more planned this coming weekend.  

When I first heard of Ed, I thought he probably had a big ego with the Jester schtick and all, but I was dead wrong.  Ed is one of the more humble and supportive humans that you will meet at a race.  He makes it his mission to search out those that are hurting and to help them endure.  I watched it in action recently and I was super inspired.  I hope you enjoy his story as much as me.

@runningwiththejester

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15981517 Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:00:00 -0400 5308 3 123 full false Bigs BYU 2024 Preview with Mike Melton and Scott Snell Bigs BYU 2024 Preview with Mike Melton and Scott Snell If you know me, you know I am a fan of the sport of ultra running and BYU is one of the most interesting formats.  It's always been scary for me to try because I am a slow trail runner.  But I love spectating and crewing.  Mike Melton has been to every single Bigs since Day 1.  So, he gives his insight on the team format, strategies, etc.  Then I chat with Scott Snell, the 4th ranked athlete for USA to hear his background, training, etc.  Enjoy!  

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]]> If you know me, you know I am a fan of the sport of ultra running and BYU is one of the most interesting formats.  It's always been scary for me to try because I am a slow trail runner.  But I love spectating and crewing.  Mike Melton has been to every single Bigs since Day 1.  So, he gives his insight on the team format, strategies, etc.  Then I chat with Scott Snell, the 4th ranked athlete for USA to hear his background, training, etc.  Enjoy!  

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15934591 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 22:00:00 -0400 6741 1 122 full false Episode 121 - Whitney Dutton and the snaggle tooth booty loop. Episode 121 - Whitney Dutton and the snaggle tooth booty loop. When I started my conversation with Whitney Dutton, I had even considered rescheduling because I had lost my mojo after a disheartening DNF at Miami.  But within minutes she had me laughing out loud and remembering all the things I love about running crazy long distances and our amazing community.  Nothing else to say, really.  She has an awesome story and is a joy to listen to.  You're welcome!  

@cereal_runner

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]]> When I started my conversation with Whitney Dutton, I had even considered rescheduling because I had lost my mojo after a disheartening DNF at Miami.  But within minutes she had me laughing out loud and remembering all the things I love about running crazy long distances and our amazing community.  Nothing else to say, really.  She has an awesome story and is a joy to listen to.  You're welcome!  

@cereal_runner

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15886812 Mon, 07 Oct 2024 21:00:00 -0400 6575 3 121 full false Episode 120 - Fall Races previewed with some shoutouts and tips Episode 120 - Fall Races previewed with some shoutouts and tips Hey hey folks!  Just a mini episode discussing some of the awesome races coming up in the next month or so.  I (and a lot of dear friends) have some big races coming up.  So, I mention some and give their races and tell a little bit of info about those races.  A little more info on some than others as it's based on my experience and research.  This is a shorter reprieve from some of the long interviews I usually put out.  Just know that I have an awesome lineup of interesting people on tap after I get back from Miami.  I'm including links to some of the races mentioned in case you want to put them on your bucket list. 

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Lady of the Lake - September 28, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Javelina Jundred - October 26, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
The Endless Mile - October 24 - 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
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]]> Hey hey folks!  Just a mini episode discussing some of the awesome races coming up in the next month or so.  I (and a lot of dear friends) have some big races coming up.  So, I mention some and give their races and tell a little bit of info about those races.  A little more info on some than others as it's based on my experience and research.  This is a shorter reprieve from some of the long interviews I usually put out.  Just know that I have an awesome lineup of interesting people on tap after I get back from Miami.  I'm including links to some of the races mentioned in case you want to put them on your bucket list. 

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The Yeti 100 Mile Endurance Run - September 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
CGG 155 and 100 Ultra - October 11, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Lady of the Lake - September 28, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Javelina Jundred - October 26, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
The Endless Mile - October 24 - 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Blue Ridge Ultra - October 5, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15818448 Fri, 27 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2878 full false Episode 119 - Lisa Pozzoni Episode 119 - Lisa Pozzoni Lisa Pozzoni is an avid trail runner, coach, specializing in Chi running and walking, and is one of the leaders of Dawn Patrol for the TransRockies runs.  I came upon Lisa on Day 3 at TransRockies and we ran together for an hour or so and really enjoyed getting to know her.  I think you will too.

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]]> Lisa Pozzoni is an avid trail runner, coach, specializing in Chi running and walking, and is one of the leaders of Dawn Patrol for the TransRockies runs.  I came upon Lisa on Day 3 at TransRockies and we ran together for an hour or so and really enjoyed getting to know her.  I think you will too.

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15795202 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0400 4461 3 119 full false Episode 118 - Etienne Durocher, The Canadian Cowboy Episode 118 - Etienne Durocher, The Canadian Cowboy Etienne Durocher will probably never introduce himself to anyone as the Canadian Cowboy, lol, but in his early days he hadd a ranch and actually rode bulls and did calf-roping, so the name at least used to fit.  My friend Rachel Belmont introduced me to Etienne a month or so ago and finally got the chance to sit down and chat with him last week.  What an interesting guy and interesting story!
Hope you enjoy! 

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]]> Etienne Durocher will probably never introduce himself to anyone as the Canadian Cowboy, lol, but in his early days he hadd a ranch and actually rode bulls and did calf-roping, so the name at least used to fit.  My friend Rachel Belmont introduced me to Etienne a month or so ago and finally got the chance to sit down and chat with him last week.  What an interesting guy and interesting story!
Hope you enjoy! 

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15764365 Mon, 16 Sep 2024 20:00:00 -0400 5721 3 118 full false Episode 117 - Brandon Miller Dominates TransRockies Episode 117 - Brandon Miller Dominates TransRockies Brandon Miller from Calgary, Alberta won his entry to TransRockies by winning The Moab Run the Rocks, a 3 Day Sister Race, so he was no stranger to trail domination.  Brandon has done very well in races with lots of elevation gain so he was right his element going up and over the many challenging climbs of the beautiful Ortholite TransRockies 6 day stage race.  Day 1 was a nice rolling adventure, but day 2, the climbing began by going from Vicksburg, CO up and over Hope Pass to Leadville.  Brandon ran his 13 miles with 3500 feet of climbing, which all took place in about 5 miles, in 1/3 of the time it took me.  ha-ha.  Enjoy his story and race recap.

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]]> Brandon Miller from Calgary, Alberta won his entry to TransRockies by winning The Moab Run the Rocks, a 3 Day Sister Race, so he was no stranger to trail domination.  Brandon has done very well in races with lots of elevation gain so he was right his element going up and over the many challenging climbs of the beautiful Ortholite TransRockies 6 day stage race.  Day 1 was a nice rolling adventure, but day 2, the climbing began by going from Vicksburg, CO up and over Hope Pass to Leadville.  Brandon ran his 13 miles with 3500 feet of climbing, which all took place in about 5 miles, in 1/3 of the time it took me.  ha-ha.  Enjoy his story and race recap.

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15738299 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:00:00 -0400 6134 3 117 full false Episode 116 - David Tosch of Southeastern Trail Runs and Southern States 200 Episode 116 - David Tosch of Southeastern Trail Runs and Southern States 200 David Tosch and his wife Marye Jo are Race Directors from Alabama.  They have Southeastern Trail Runs.  They have many races and you can follow the link at bottom to check them out.  They are RD's for the Southern States 200 which is the host of 200 Miles With Marty Project.  David is also a very accomplished runner with a sub 2:50 marathon PR and many tough 100's under his belt.  I always enjoy chatting with and learning from the experienced runners and this one is no exception.  Check it out.  And stay tuned for your discount code to Southern States 200 and 100 as well as Blood Rock and Endless Mile.  Enjoy!

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]]> David Tosch and his wife Marye Jo are Race Directors from Alabama.  They have Southeastern Trail Runs.  They have many races and you can follow the link at bottom to check them out.  They are RD's for the Southern States 200 which is the host of 200 Miles With Marty Project.  David is also a very accomplished runner with a sub 2:50 marathon PR and many tough 100's under his belt.  I always enjoy chatting with and learning from the experienced runners and this one is no exception.  Check it out.  And stay tuned for your discount code to Southern States 200 and 100 as well as Blood Rock and Endless Mile.  Enjoy!

Southeastern Trail Runs

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15699291 Wed, 04 Sep 2024 23:00:00 -0400 6209 3 116 full false Episode 115 - TransRockies Run Brief Personal Recap Episode 115 - TransRockies Run Brief Personal Recap Last Saturday, 8/10, I flew out to Colorado to begin my TransRockies Run adventure, and wow, was it an adventure!  I got to hang with some friends, made a ton of new friends, see some epic scenery and run some really challenging mountain trails.  The Ortholite TransRockiesRun is a turnkey adventure.  You get yourself to Denver and they can take care of the rest.  They shuttle you to the base camp, feed you, and bring you back.  The courses are mapped out, supported, and the community is amazing.  I highly recommend.  There will be several episodes documenting this incredible week in the mountains, but I wanted to get this one out just to get that party started before I leave for my cruise.  Enjoy!

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]]> Last Saturday, 8/10, I flew out to Colorado to begin my TransRockies Run adventure, and wow, was it an adventure!  I got to hang with some friends, made a ton of new friends, see some epic scenery and run some really challenging mountain trails.  The Ortholite TransRockiesRun is a turnkey adventure.  You get yourself to Denver and they can take care of the rest.  They shuttle you to the base camp, feed you, and bring you back.  The courses are mapped out, supported, and the community is amazing.  I highly recommend.  There will be several episodes documenting this incredible week in the mountains, but I wanted to get this one out just to get that party started before I leave for my cruise.  Enjoy!

TransRockies Run (transrockies-run.com)
Discount code save $250!  = BRINGABUDDY2025

Also, please listen up for an opportunity to support our friend Jim Miller with a virtual run during the intro. 

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15627346 Thu, 22 Aug 2024 21:00:00 -0400 3246 3 115 full false Episode 114 - Immolation Podium Group Therapy Episode 114 - Immolation Podium Group Therapy Mikey Bee of Sandspur Ultras has a reputation for inventing crazy hard races in and around Jupiter, Florida to challenge the mind and body.  Some may call him sadistic.  But one thing's for sure, Mikey is a beloved member of the Florida Ultrarunning Community, and that community really shows up to run and volunteer at his races.  The Trident races are the last weekend in July.  There are 2 - half marathons, a daytime and nighttime.  There's a marathon, a 12-hour version and a 24-hour race.  You'll have to listen for the particulars.  My guests are 1st overall - Jamie Saunders, 2nd overall - Yianni Babiolakis, 2nd female - Loan Vo, 2nd male - Ramon Palomo, 3rd male - Luke Vidal.  What an amazing group of runners!  I think you'll enjoy hearing their stories, lessons, least favorite things, most favorite things, training tips, etc.  Check it out!

@tara.dower
@chumpchangefkt

@sandspurultra
@jameesunshine
@ultrarunner_vo

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]]> Mikey Bee of Sandspur Ultras has a reputation for inventing crazy hard races in and around Jupiter, Florida to challenge the mind and body.  Some may call him sadistic.  But one thing's for sure, Mikey is a beloved member of the Florida Ultrarunning Community, and that community really shows up to run and volunteer at his races.  The Trident races are the last weekend in July.  There are 2 - half marathons, a daytime and nighttime.  There's a marathon, a 12-hour version and a 24-hour race.  You'll have to listen for the particulars.  My guests are 1st overall - Jamie Saunders, 2nd overall - Yianni Babiolakis, 2nd female - Loan Vo, 2nd male - Ramon Palomo, 3rd male - Luke Vidal.  What an amazing group of runners!  I think you'll enjoy hearing their stories, lessons, least favorite things, most favorite things, training tips, etc.  Check it out!

@tara.dower
@chumpchangefkt

@sandspurultra
@jameesunshine
@ultrarunner_vo

Miles With Marty Podcast | Home base for the ultra-running community | Patreon

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
code = Timberfriends
Home - PlayOn Relief
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St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15559996 Sat, 10 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 6396 3 114 full false Episode 113 - Lauren Klein Episode 113 - Lauren Klein Lauren Klein is a UESCA certified ultra-running coach in the Reno, Nevada area.  I first heard about her and the excellent crewing and pacing skills she possesses in my interview with Cocodona 250 and Tahoe 200 champ Harry Subertas, her partner.  He also mentioned she was a coach which made me curious to hear her story.  Coming from the athletic trainer background at the Major League Baseball level gives her a unique perspective on physical ability, injury rehab, and many other important things.  I really enjoyed hearing her story and learning a bit about her coaching perspective.  Reach out for a consultation if you are interested.

@laurenkleinklein
ultracoachlauren.wordpress.com

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@pacertravel

]]> Lauren Klein is a UESCA certified ultra-running coach in the Reno, Nevada area.  I first heard about her and the excellent crewing and pacing skills she possesses in my interview with Cocodona 250 and Tahoe 200 champ Harry Subertas, her partner.  He also mentioned she was a coach which made me curious to hear her story.  Coming from the athletic trainer background at the Major League Baseball level gives her a unique perspective on physical ability, injury rehab, and many other important things.  I really enjoyed hearing her story and learning a bit about her coaching perspective.  Reach out for a consultation if you are interested.

@laurenkleinklein
ultracoachlauren.wordpress.com

St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
code - MWM20 - 20% discount

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Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
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Home - PlayOn Relief
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@pacertravel

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15543518 Tue, 06 Aug 2024 23:00:00 -0400 6156 3 113 full false Episode 112 Tara Dower Episode 112 Tara Dower Tara Dower is an ultrarunner from Virginia.  Very few hills there but she is not afraid of the mountain races.  Her most recent race was Hardrock 100 and she took 4th place.  She has wins at Umstead, Uwharrie, Blood Rock, Devil Dog, Hellbender, and Run Rabbit Run.  She holds an FKT already, she's also making a run at the Southbound Appalachian Trail FKT in just a few weeks.  Tara is such an energetic and positive person.  It was a treat to get to know her.  I think you will like it. 

@tara.dower
- Tara Dower (tara-treks.com)

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]]> Tara Dower is an ultrarunner from Virginia.  Very few hills there but she is not afraid of the mountain races.  Her most recent race was Hardrock 100 and she took 4th place.  She has wins at Umstead, Uwharrie, Blood Rock, Devil Dog, Hellbender, and Run Rabbit Run.  She holds an FKT already, she's also making a run at the Southbound Appalachian Trail FKT in just a few weeks.  Tara is such an energetic and positive person.  It was a treat to get to know her.  I think you will like it. 

@tara.dower
- Tara Dower (tara-treks.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
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727-433-2385  -  pathcrx@aol.com

Miles With Marty Podcast | Home base for the ultra-running community | Patreon 

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15506013 Thu, 01 Aug 2024 22:00:00 -0400 5558 3 112 full false Episode 111 - Scott Owenby Episode 111 - Scott Owenby I first met Scott Owenby immediately after he sprinted past me at about a 6-minute pace to finish his first sub 24 - 100 miler at The Bronze Dragonfly in Savannah, Ga.  He looked like he could have gone sub 20 at that point, and he probably will one day.  Scott is a competitive guy that is fairly new on the 100 mile scene.  So, we will see where he takes it.  He's got an awesome story and does a great job telling it.  Enjoy!

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]]> I first met Scott Owenby immediately after he sprinted past me at about a 6-minute pace to finish his first sub 24 - 100 miler at The Bronze Dragonfly in Savannah, Ga.  He looked like he could have gone sub 20 at that point, and he probably will one day.  Scott is a competitive guy that is fairly new on the 100 mile scene.  So, we will see where he takes it.  He's got an awesome story and does a great job telling it.  Enjoy!

Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
code = Timberfriends

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Home - PlayOn Relief
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Southern States 200 - March 19, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)


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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15465007 Fri, 26 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 7159 3 111 full false Episode 110 - Bob Watters the Pinhoti Cowboy Episode 110 - Bob Watters the Pinhoti Cowboy I met Bob Watters at the 2nd crew meetup aid station at Cruel Jewel this year and then again saw him at the turnaround point.  He was crewing and pacing his son and I was crewing my friend Jamie.  I noticed him wearing that awesome Southern States 200 buckle and introduced myself.  I wanted to record a recap for the podcast and then fate would have it that my friend Amber peer-pressured me into running it this year.  So, selfishly I was looking for tips.  Bob is an accomplished ultra-runner having finished Pinhoti 9 times and other challenging races such as Blood Rock 100 and No Business.  He was also the state champ in cowboy style shooting a few years ago, hench the nickname "cowboy" which came from me, not him.  I think you will enjoy getting to know Bob and the Alabama races a little better and I bet you'll be wanting to check some of them out.    Links below.  Enjoy!

Southeastern Trail Runs
Southern States 200 - March 19, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)

Daufuskie Island 100 Mile Ultra – Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
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]]> I met Bob Watters at the 2nd crew meetup aid station at Cruel Jewel this year and then again saw him at the turnaround point.  He was crewing and pacing his son and I was crewing my friend Jamie.  I noticed him wearing that awesome Southern States 200 buckle and introduced myself.  I wanted to record a recap for the podcast and then fate would have it that my friend Amber peer-pressured me into running it this year.  So, selfishly I was looking for tips.  Bob is an accomplished ultra-runner having finished Pinhoti 9 times and other challenging races such as Blood Rock 100 and No Business.  He was also the state champ in cowboy style shooting a few years ago, hench the nickname "cowboy" which came from me, not him.  I think you will enjoy getting to know Bob and the Alabama races a little better and I bet you'll be wanting to check some of them out.    Links below.  Enjoy!

Southeastern Trail Runs
Southern States 200 - March 19, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)

Daufuskie Island 100 Mile Ultra – Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
code = Timberfriends
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
code = MWM20
Home - PlayOn Relief
code = martygardner15
@pacertravel
727-433-2385 - pathcrx@aol.com

Miles With Marty Podcast | Home base for the ultra-running community | Patreon


 

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15449100 Mon, 22 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 7720 full false Episode 109 - Phil Nams and the rebellious cat Episode 109 - Phil Nams and the rebellious cat Philip Nameich is another Florida ultra-running friend of mine.  We have run and crewed several of the same races, had the same coach for a period of time and share a passion for running ultras and the community.  He's coming off a finish at Tahoe 200 and his first 200 miler as well as a great finish to 2023 with a sub-24-hour finish at Daytona 100.  He's also a Race Director in South Florida for the El Gato Rebelde 6 and 12 hour ultra.  It's held Spring and Fall.  He's also a heckuva nice guy.  Hope you enjoy!

@philnams
@elgatorebeldeultra
El Gato Rebelde Ultra Winter Edition - November 23, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

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Daufuskie Island 100/50/RELAY - March 29, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)

Miami 100 - September 28, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

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]]> Philip Nameich is another Florida ultra-running friend of mine.  We have run and crewed several of the same races, had the same coach for a period of time and share a passion for running ultras and the community.  He's coming off a finish at Tahoe 200 and his first 200 miler as well as a great finish to 2023 with a sub-24-hour finish at Daytona 100.  He's also a Race Director in South Florida for the El Gato Rebelde 6 and 12 hour ultra.  It's held Spring and Fall.  He's also a heckuva nice guy.  Hope you enjoy!

@philnams
@elgatorebeldeultra
El Gato Rebelde Ultra Winter Edition - November 23, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
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St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
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Home - PlayOn Relief
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@pacertravel

Daufuskie Island 100/50/RELAY - March 29, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)

Miami 100 - September 28, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15442477 Fri, 19 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0400 6454 3 109 full false Episode 108 Rough Runners Return Episode 108 Rough Runners Return This episode is dedicated to a sweet little ole lady named Laura Schmidt.  Hear more about Miss Laura in the episode.  Dan Hernandez and Kerry Dulina of Rough Runners Run 4 a Reason in Savannah are two dear friends of mine and just 2 awesome members of the ultra-running community as well as their local community.  They not only put on great races, but they also go out of their way to positively impact the community.  A lot of us can learn from them how we can carry that mindset into our daily lives.  We recap the Bronze Dragonfly races as well as discuss many of their other races, particularly Daufuskie Island 100.  Enjoy!

Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)
@roughrunners

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
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@pacertravel

]]> This episode is dedicated to a sweet little ole lady named Laura Schmidt.  Hear more about Miss Laura in the episode.  Dan Hernandez and Kerry Dulina of Rough Runners Run 4 a Reason in Savannah are two dear friends of mine and just 2 awesome members of the ultra-running community as well as their local community.  They not only put on great races, but they also go out of their way to positively impact the community.  A lot of us can learn from them how we can carry that mindset into our daily lives.  We recap the Bronze Dragonfly races as well as discuss many of their other races, particularly Daufuskie Island 100.  Enjoy!

Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)
@roughrunners

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
discount code  - Timberfriends 

St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
discount code - MWM20

Home - PlayOn Relief
discount code - martygardner15

@pacertravel

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15413345 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 21:00:00 -0400 7181 3 108 full false Episode 107 - Banana Champ crushes Cocodona and Coaching Episode 107 - Banana Champ crushes Cocodona and Coaching Amy Bukszpan aka The Banana Champ, is a good friend, a total bada$$ ultra runner, a PHD level behavioral analyst, and a UESCA certified ultra running coach.  She's also really funny and smart, which make for great conversation.  I think she may have the PR (podcast record) for most appearances on this podcast, but each time has been for entirely different subjects.  Enjoy.  If you think she might be a good fit for you, click the link or reach out.

BANANA CHAMPS - Banana Champs
@bananachamps
@amy_rae_b

HOME (sandspurultra.com)

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@pacertravel

]]> Amy Bukszpan aka The Banana Champ, is a good friend, a total bada$$ ultra runner, a PHD level behavioral analyst, and a UESCA certified ultra running coach.  She's also really funny and smart, which make for great conversation.  I think she may have the PR (podcast record) for most appearances on this podcast, but each time has been for entirely different subjects.  Enjoy.  If you think she might be a good fit for you, click the link or reach out.

BANANA CHAMPS - Banana Champs
@bananachamps
@amy_rae_b

HOME (sandspurultra.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
code = Timberfriends

St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
code = MWM20

Home - PlayOn Relief
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@pacertravel

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15375994 Sun, 07 Jul 2024 21:00:00 -0400 6715 3 107 full false Episode 106 - BobbieJoe Derhak doesn't even like to drive that far! Episode 106 - BobbieJoe Derhak doesn't even like to drive that far! BobbieJoe Derhak is a dear friend, a fellow music lover, ultra runner, and UESCA certified ultra running coach.  Here's her story and a bit about her coaching philosophy.  It's the first of a series with new or fairly new coaches on the scene.  This is not a paid promotion, just using my platform to help good people to help other good people.  Hope you enjoy.
 
i dont even like to drive that far

@pop_punk_runner

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Southern States 200 - March 19, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)



]]> BobbieJoe Derhak is a dear friend, a fellow music lover, ultra runner, and UESCA certified ultra running coach.  Here's her story and a bit about her coaching philosophy.  It's the first of a series with new or fairly new coaches on the scene.  This is not a paid promotion, just using my platform to help good people to help other good people.  Hope you enjoy.
 
i dont even like to drive that far

@pop_punk_runner

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
code - Timberfriends
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
code - MWM20
Home - PlayOn Relief
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@pacertravel

Southern States 200 - March 19, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)



]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15364350 Fri, 05 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400 6885 3 106 full false Episode 105 - Western States Preview, Predictions, Whining, and Sharing the love! Episode 105 - Western States Preview, Predictions, Whining, and Sharing the love! The Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run.  100 miles in a day.  Where are my heart emojis?  This is the super bowl of ultra running for many of us.  To me, it is way bigger than the Boston Marathon.  I know there are many Boston veterans that will debate that, but this is my opinion.  I love the race, the venue, the people with all my heart.  I cried many times just walking around and feeling the energy last year.  Circumstances forced me to miss it this year, so here's my salute to the greatest weekend in Ultra Running.  I hope you enjoy and it inspires a few of you to watch a little more streams and stalk IG a little harder Saturday.  Below are links to some awesome videos to watch and get fired up.  No particular order.

https://youtu.be/zy1as6CTYXI?si=C4-zpLjWv7spEXFd 

https://youtu.be/kYgcTJBLwsU?si=3BQx1cZ_fyY7RWCi

https://youtu.be/eHoXgYPvj6o?si=AWb4O9VPJOjCsLFt

https://youtu.be/JUZG_XHUenY?si=EPYcwQtZ1qQjkMX3

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]]> The Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run.  100 miles in a day.  Where are my heart emojis?  This is the super bowl of ultra running for many of us.  To me, it is way bigger than the Boston Marathon.  I know there are many Boston veterans that will debate that, but this is my opinion.  I love the race, the venue, the people with all my heart.  I cried many times just walking around and feeling the energy last year.  Circumstances forced me to miss it this year, so here's my salute to the greatest weekend in Ultra Running.  I hope you enjoy and it inspires a few of you to watch a little more streams and stalk IG a little harder Saturday.  Below are links to some awesome videos to watch and get fired up.  No particular order.

https://youtu.be/zy1as6CTYXI?si=C4-zpLjWv7spEXFd 

https://youtu.be/kYgcTJBLwsU?si=3BQx1cZ_fyY7RWCi

https://youtu.be/eHoXgYPvj6o?si=AWb4O9VPJOjCsLFt

https://youtu.be/JUZG_XHUenY?si=EPYcwQtZ1qQjkMX3

@pacertravel
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St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15325062 Thu, 27 Jun 2024 18:00:00 -0400 2370 full false Episode 104 - Harry Subertas Episode 104 - Harry Subertas Harry Subertas was born and raised in Lithuania, which is mostly flat, but he had dreams of climbing mountains.  So he made his way eventually to Alaska where he landed a dream job of guiding mountain climbing expeditions.  Like for so many of us, Covid affected his livelihood, and he ended up having to do other things and his childhood love for running eventually found its way into his adult life.  And wow, he has come a long way in a short time.  He is a 2:45 marathoner, so no slouch in the "shorter" races, but seems to have found his groove in the 200+ mile category where he is 3 for 3 with wins.  He is a fun guy to get to know, very humble and soft spoken, but confident.  He's an easy guy to pull for.  Hope you enjoy!

@harry_subertas

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Running Ninja Events (runningninjamiami.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.


]]> Harry Subertas was born and raised in Lithuania, which is mostly flat, but he had dreams of climbing mountains.  So he made his way eventually to Alaska where he landed a dream job of guiding mountain climbing expeditions.  Like for so many of us, Covid affected his livelihood, and he ended up having to do other things and his childhood love for running eventually found its way into his adult life.  And wow, he has come a long way in a short time.  He is a 2:45 marathoner, so no slouch in the "shorter" races, but seems to have found his groove in the 200+ mile category where he is 3 for 3 with wins.  He is a fun guy to get to know, very humble and soft spoken, but confident.  He's an easy guy to pull for.  Hope you enjoy!

@harry_subertas

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code Timberfriends
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Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Running Ninja Events (runningninjamiami.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15313788 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 22:00:00 -0400 8079 3 104 full false Episode 103 with Andy Barrett Episode 103 with Andy Barrett Andy Barrett is as nice a guy as you will ever meet.  My first encounter with him was January 2023 at Long Haul 100 down in Florida.  This was at the old location with the 3 out and backs.  He was at an aid station on the second leg at the turnaround.  I was pacing my buddy Jim Miller.  It was well after midnight and freezing cold, but it was the most awesome aid station I had ever experienced up until that point.  They really epitomized ultra running community!  I had talked with Andy several times about doing a Lake 2 Ocean episode because he loves that race and has done it many times.  This year after the 2024 edition it just worked out.  He is finishing up training for his 2nd chance at a silver buckle at Western States and had a little time to chat and here it is.  Andy is such a kind human and great storyteller, that all I had to do was listen.  Hope you enjoy.

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
code = Timberfriends
Home - PlayOn Relief
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code MWM20
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@pacertravel

]]> Andy Barrett is as nice a guy as you will ever meet.  My first encounter with him was January 2023 at Long Haul 100 down in Florida.  This was at the old location with the 3 out and backs.  He was at an aid station on the second leg at the turnaround.  I was pacing my buddy Jim Miller.  It was well after midnight and freezing cold, but it was the most awesome aid station I had ever experienced up until that point.  They really epitomized ultra running community!  I had talked with Andy several times about doing a Lake 2 Ocean episode because he loves that race and has done it many times.  This year after the 2024 edition it just worked out.  He is finishing up training for his 2nd chance at a silver buckle at Western States and had a little time to chat and here it is.  Andy is such a kind human and great storyteller, that all I had to do was listen.  Hope you enjoy.

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
code = Timberfriends
Home - PlayOn Relief
code = martygardner15
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
code MWM20
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@pacertravel

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15292303 Fri, 21 Jun 2024 21:00:00 -0400 7112 3 103 full false Episode 102 - Bronco Billy Episode 102 - Bronco Billy Jeff Browning aka Bronco Billy recently placed second in the Cocodona 250.  He lead the race for a lot of miles before a lung condition caused him to slow down drastically losing the lead in the last 5 miles.  He shares his experience with this race and many of the others he has run.   Jeff is also a very accomplished coach.  He has the second most wins in ultras of 100 miles or longer with 30.  Just absolute joy to talk to and an honor to share with you.  Enjoy!

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]]> Jeff Browning aka Bronco Billy recently placed second in the Cocodona 250.  He lead the race for a lot of miles before a lung condition caused him to slow down drastically losing the lead in the last 5 miles.  He shares his experience with this race and many of the others he has run.   Jeff is also a very accomplished coach.  He has the second most wins in ultras of 100 miles or longer with 30.  Just absolute joy to talk to and an honor to share with you.  Enjoy!

@gobroncobilly

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15259354 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 19:00:00 -0400 7029 3 102 full false Episode 101 - Tony Gadzi and Hungryland Episode 101 - Tony Gadzi and Hungryland Tony Gadzi is a 20 year old college student from Jersey.  I first met him in the middle of the Hungryland 100 down in south Florida.  First off, this race is one you would expect to see all the usual suspects (the ones who thrive in difficult conditions) at a Sandspur Ultras race because Mikey Bee (race director) is a bit of a sadist.  He doesn't have any easy races.  I see this unfamiliar young man and the first time I noticed him he was running barefoot.  I introduced myself to him at the end of one of his loops and of course offered him food.  He was probably the most polite and respectful person there, lol, with the race photographers, the Krishers a close second.  Haha.  We all know the entire ultra running community is big on love and respect, so this is grasping at straws but I digress.  I wanted/needed to hear his story after meeting him and watching him chip away at this epic challenge without ever showing 1 smidge of doubt.  And here it is!  I'm happy to share it with you.  Enjoy.

@gadaboss

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]]> Tony Gadzi is a 20 year old college student from Jersey.  I first met him in the middle of the Hungryland 100 down in south Florida.  First off, this race is one you would expect to see all the usual suspects (the ones who thrive in difficult conditions) at a Sandspur Ultras race because Mikey Bee (race director) is a bit of a sadist.  He doesn't have any easy races.  I see this unfamiliar young man and the first time I noticed him he was running barefoot.  I introduced myself to him at the end of one of his loops and of course offered him food.  He was probably the most polite and respectful person there, lol, with the race photographers, the Krishers a close second.  Haha.  We all know the entire ultra running community is big on love and respect, so this is grasping at straws but I digress.  I wanted/needed to hear his story after meeting him and watching him chip away at this epic challenge without ever showing 1 smidge of doubt.  And here it is!  I'm happy to share it with you.  Enjoy.

@gadaboss

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Hungryland - March 22, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15254901 Sat, 15 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400 6153 full false Episode 100!!! - Rachel Entrekin Episode 100!!! - Rachel Entrekin Episode 100 is here!  Thank you so much to the listeners and supporters!  Be sure to listen at the beginning for an opportunity to win lots of cool swag such as race entries, t-shirts, and product.  I had no idea who I could get to be "the perfect guest" for episode 100.  I figured I would just keep talking to awesome humans and the answer would come.  Well, that is exactly what happened.  First off, she has won her last 11 races.  Mostly 100 milers, with a 100k and a 250 miler which was Cocodona last month.  So, to say she is a badass ultra runner is an understatement.  She was so passionate that her part literally required no editing.  I think you will smile a lot as you hear her story.  If you or someone you know is a series ultra related corporate sponsor prospect for her, please give this a listen and or share it.  Thanks again for your support!  Important links below.

@rachel_entrekin
Fundraiser by Rachel Entrekin : Apparently, running is expensive (gofundme.com)

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]]> Episode 100 is here!  Thank you so much to the listeners and supporters!  Be sure to listen at the beginning for an opportunity to win lots of cool swag such as race entries, t-shirts, and product.  I had no idea who I could get to be "the perfect guest" for episode 100.  I figured I would just keep talking to awesome humans and the answer would come.  Well, that is exactly what happened.  First off, she has won her last 11 races.  Mostly 100 milers, with a 100k and a 250 miler which was Cocodona last month.  So, to say she is a badass ultra runner is an understatement.  She was so passionate that her part literally required no editing.  I think you will smile a lot as you hear her story.  If you or someone you know is a series ultra related corporate sponsor prospect for her, please give this a listen and or share it.  Thanks again for your support!  Important links below.

@rachel_entrekin
Fundraiser by Rachel Entrekin : Apparently, running is expensive (gofundme.com)

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15207034 Fri, 07 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 8472 full false Episode 99 - Running with Simon Episode 99 - Running with Simon Simon Guerard is an experienced ultra runner with around 40 -100 milers or longer under his belt.  He started filming his race experiences at some point and has started a YouTube channel called Running with Simon.  He does an awesome job recapping races, giving tips, and reviewing the equipment that he uses.  He's not biased by corporate sponsors, so his tips come from a neutral viewpoint.  He has a great sense of humor.  His movies make you smile.  I think listening to his story will make you smile.  Check it out.  Give his YouTube and IG a follow.  I think you'll enjoy.

@runningwithsimon
(7) Ultra Marathon Trail Running with Simon - YouTube

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]]> Simon Guerard is an experienced ultra runner with around 40 -100 milers or longer under his belt.  He started filming his race experiences at some point and has started a YouTube channel called Running with Simon.  He does an awesome job recapping races, giving tips, and reviewing the equipment that he uses.  He's not biased by corporate sponsors, so his tips come from a neutral viewpoint.  He has a great sense of humor.  His movies make you smile.  I think listening to his story will make you smile.  Check it out.  Give his YouTube and IG a follow.  I think you'll enjoy.

@runningwithsimon
(7) Ultra Marathon Trail Running with Simon - YouTube

Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
10% discount code = Timberfriends
Home - PlayOn Relief
15% discount code = martygardner15
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
20% discount code = MWM20 (case sensitive)
@pacertravel

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15195218 Tue, 04 Jun 2024 21:00:00 -0400 6245 3 99 full false Episode 98 - Elsa Jaworski Episode 98 - Elsa Jaworski Elsa Jaworski is such a joy to talk to!  She is not interested in being the fastest.  She wants running to be fun and bring joy and she does an excellent job at it.  She ends up doing pretty well at the fast thing along the way.  She had a 2nd place finish at Tahoe 200 last year and top 10 at Cocodona this year.  She's got lots of interesting goals in the future, one of which several of my friends have done or are currently planning to do as well.  Across Florida 200.  She's also a Georgia Bulldog and that's pretty awesome!  Give it a listen.  I think you will instantly become a fan of Elsa!

@elsajaworski

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]]> Elsa Jaworski is such a joy to talk to!  She is not interested in being the fastest.  She wants running to be fun and bring joy and she does an excellent job at it.  She ends up doing pretty well at the fast thing along the way.  She had a 2nd place finish at Tahoe 200 last year and top 10 at Cocodona this year.  She's got lots of interesting goals in the future, one of which several of my friends have done or are currently planning to do as well.  Across Florida 200.  She's also a Georgia Bulldog and that's pretty awesome!  Give it a listen.  I think you will instantly become a fan of Elsa!

@elsajaworski

@squirrelsnutbutter
@playonrelief
@pacertravel
@thefeedme

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15168127 Thu, 30 May 2024 23:00:00 -0400 5249 3 98 full false Episode 97 - 100 Miles With Marty Project Finale Episode 97 - 100 Miles With Marty Project Finale Wow!  And just like that the 100 miles with Marty project has come to an end.  What an incredible experience it has been for me to witness the journey of three smart, courageous, adventurous, young ladies as they trained their way into being 100 mile ultra finishers!  Buckle up!  I know their lives will be forever changed by the experience and maybe some physical scars as well, lol, but I feel like I reaped more benefits than they did.  I mean, I drew so much inspiration and life lessons from meeting Kelley, Kassy, and Amber and seeing their transformation.  Being a 100 mile ultra finisher just gives you a sense of internal strength and confidence that is undeniable.  I hope you, the listener, enjoyed their journey as much as me.  I present to you the post-race interviews with the runners and their crews.  Please give these ladies and their awesome supporters some love for their accomplishments!  

Big thanks to the 3 great coaches that put these athletes in a position to succeed:
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
jeffgalloway.com

And the fantastic race directors for putting on two amazing races:
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)

And last, but definitely not least the sponsors:
Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)

]]> Wow!  And just like that the 100 miles with Marty project has come to an end.  What an incredible experience it has been for me to witness the journey of three smart, courageous, adventurous, young ladies as they trained their way into being 100 mile ultra finishers!  Buckle up!  I know their lives will be forever changed by the experience and maybe some physical scars as well, lol, but I feel like I reaped more benefits than they did.  I mean, I drew so much inspiration and life lessons from meeting Kelley, Kassy, and Amber and seeing their transformation.  Being a 100 mile ultra finisher just gives you a sense of internal strength and confidence that is undeniable.  I hope you, the listener, enjoyed their journey as much as me.  I present to you the post-race interviews with the runners and their crews.  Please give these ladies and their awesome supporters some love for their accomplishments!  

Big thanks to the 3 great coaches that put these athletes in a position to succeed:
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
jeffgalloway.com

And the fantastic race directors for putting on two amazing races:
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)

And last, but definitely not least the sponsors:
Squirrel's Nut Butter: Natural Anti-Chafe & Skin Restoring Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15077062 Wed, 15 May 2024 20:00:00 -0400 5771 3 97 full false Episode 96 - Nicole And dogs Episode 96 - Nicole And dogs I first encountered Nicole Armbruster on the many out and backs of Long Haul 100 this past January with her unicorn hat and genuine smile, and then a few weeks later at Hungryland 100 where she took 2nd female.  She also just won first female at the inaugural SkunkApe 100 a few weeks ago.  She is such a passionate and happy runner with an interesting story and just a treat to talk to.  Hope you enjoy it as much as I did.  I know a lot of us are probably busy obsessing on the Cocodona 250 livestream, I know I am, but it will be over this weekend.  Also please support the #walkwithwhit fundraiser for the little girl battling liver cancer. 

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]]> I first encountered Nicole Armbruster on the many out and backs of Long Haul 100 this past January with her unicorn hat and genuine smile, and then a few weeks later at Hungryland 100 where she took 2nd female.  She also just won first female at the inaugural SkunkApe 100 a few weeks ago.  She is such a passionate and happy runner with an interesting story and just a treat to talk to.  Hope you enjoy it as much as I did.  I know a lot of us are probably busy obsessing on the Cocodona 250 livestream, I know I am, but it will be over this weekend.  Also please support the #walkwithwhit fundraiser for the little girl battling liver cancer. 

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15036267 Wed, 08 May 2024 17:00:00 -0400 6628 3 96 full false Episode 95 - Gene Dykes aka The Ultra Geezer Episode 95 - Gene Dykes aka The Ultra Geezer Gene Dykes is 76 years old and holds many world records in the Masters and 70+ age groups across a broad range of distances.  He's got tons of great stories and some interesting takes on fueling and electrolytes.  Hope you enjoy!

@theultrageezer

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]]> Gene Dykes is 76 years old and holds many world records in the Masters and 70+ age groups across a broad range of distances.  He's got tons of great stories and some interesting takes on fueling and electrolytes.  Hope you enjoy!

@theultrageezer

@pacertravel

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-15009255 Sat, 04 May 2024 21:00:00 -0400 4407 3 95 full false Episode - 94 - Ladies' Ultra-running Round Table Episode - 94 - Ladies' Ultra-running Round Table Three badass women of ultra form an experts panel and discuss issues that females deal with at ultramarathons, physically and emotionally.  Amy Bukszpan, Lulu Yun Pelz, and Melinda Hooper join me for a nice chat.  This turned out to be an eye-opening thing for me.  If you know me, you know I am all about this awesome community we have, and growing it, not turning people off.  So some of the simple things discussed in how we treat each other can make a difference, also some of the information helps us as men understand that ladies have some challenges that we don't have to face.  It says female issues, but I promise it is worthy of a listen to the male runners out there to learn how to be more inclusive and respectful.

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@luluyunpelz
@melinda_runs_far

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Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
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]]> Three badass women of ultra form an experts panel and discuss issues that females deal with at ultramarathons, physically and emotionally.  Amy Bukszpan, Lulu Yun Pelz, and Melinda Hooper join me for a nice chat.  This turned out to be an eye-opening thing for me.  If you know me, you know I am all about this awesome community we have, and growing it, not turning people off.  So some of the simple things discussed in how we treat each other can make a difference, also some of the information helps us as men understand that ladies have some challenges that we don't have to face.  It says female issues, but I promise it is worthy of a listen to the male runners out there to learn how to be more inclusive and respectful.

@amy_rae_b
@luluyunpelz
@melinda_runs_far

@squirrelsnutbutter
@pacertravel

#100mileswithmartyproject
@rungirl74

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Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run Natural Coach

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14958478 Fri, 26 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 5974 3 94 full false Episode 93 - Flipping the Script with a Chief Ladiga 100 recap Episode 93 - Flipping the Script with a Chief Ladiga 100 recap This one makes me a little uncomfortable.  For someone who talks as much as me, it's weird, but I don't like to hear myself talk so much.  In this episode, 2/3 of my Chief Ladiga 100 crew, and dear friends, Jamie Saunders and Tina Wolfe interview me for a recap of my last race.  If you don't like to hear me talk about me, I am perfectly ok if you pass this one by.  The interviewers do a fine job.  The guest is a little boring.  Maybe it will keep you company in some late miles at Bronze Dragonfly or another race.  Enjoy!

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Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
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Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

@rungirl74

]]> This one makes me a little uncomfortable.  For someone who talks as much as me, it's weird, but I don't like to hear myself talk so much.  In this episode, 2/3 of my Chief Ladiga 100 crew, and dear friends, Jamie Saunders and Tina Wolfe interview me for a recap of my last race.  If you don't like to hear me talk about me, I am perfectly ok if you pass this one by.  The interviewers do a fine job.  The guest is a little boring.  Maybe it will keep you company in some late miles at Bronze Dragonfly or another race.  Enjoy!

Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
@pacertravel
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St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

@rungirl74

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14945043 Wed, 24 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 5735 3 93 full false Episode 92 - Austin Brennan Episode 92 - Austin Brennan Back in March I took a field trip down to South Florida for the Hungryland 100, not to run it, but to do my thing, cook, cheer, hug, eat, hang out, and to grow my circle of ultra-running community family.

Hungryland Slough is a beautiful area in Palm Beach County and hosts part of the Ocean to Lake Trail.  There is such an abundance of wildlife and plants there!  Some are scary, like gators and snakes, but no runners, volunteers, spectators, or podcasters were injured.

 Austin Brennan was making his first attempt at the 100 mile distance and had a big goal of going sub-24.  This is no easy trail for a sub-24 with a good amount of mud and standing water, but he not only accomplished his goal, he won the race.  Austin is a member of Team Runfluent-Fulwise, and to the surprise of no-one, they are making big waves in the Florida Ultra-running scene with regular appearances on the podium.   Austin is fairly new to the ultra-running scene, but I think it's safe to say he's not going anywhere.  Just like a lot of us, he has found his happy place.  I hope you enjoy getting to know him and the Hungryland 100 a little better.

@austin_brennan13
Hungryland - March 22, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)

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Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

]]> Back in March I took a field trip down to South Florida for the Hungryland 100, not to run it, but to do my thing, cook, cheer, hug, eat, hang out, and to grow my circle of ultra-running community family.

Hungryland Slough is a beautiful area in Palm Beach County and hosts part of the Ocean to Lake Trail.  There is such an abundance of wildlife and plants there!  Some are scary, like gators and snakes, but no runners, volunteers, spectators, or podcasters were injured.

 Austin Brennan was making his first attempt at the 100 mile distance and had a big goal of going sub-24.  This is no easy trail for a sub-24 with a good amount of mud and standing water, but he not only accomplished his goal, he won the race.  Austin is a member of Team Runfluent-Fulwise, and to the surprise of no-one, they are making big waves in the Florida Ultra-running scene with regular appearances on the podium.   Austin is fairly new to the ultra-running scene, but I think it's safe to say he's not going anywhere.  Just like a lot of us, he has found his happy place.  I hope you enjoy getting to know him and the Hungryland 100 a little better.

@austin_brennan13
Hungryland - March 22, 2025 (ultrasignup.com)

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Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14926152 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400 5104 3 92 full false Episode 91 - Howie Stern Episode 91 - Howie Stern Howie Stern is an extremely talented race photographer, an accomplished ultra-runner, and just an all-around passionate, genuine dude that is a huge fan of our sport.  I had the honor to discuss many things he has done and witnessed over the years including most recently capturing the iconic shot of one of the greatest moments in ultra-running sports history.  If you like passionate people and ultra running and the mountains, you will love Howie.  Enjoy.  

Venmo - @Howie-Stern
@howiesternphoto
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]]> Howie Stern is an extremely talented race photographer, an accomplished ultra-runner, and just an all-around passionate, genuine dude that is a huge fan of our sport.  I had the honor to discuss many things he has done and witnessed over the years including most recently capturing the iconic shot of one of the greatest moments in ultra-running sports history.  If you like passionate people and ultra running and the mountains, you will love Howie.  Enjoy.  

Venmo - @Howie-Stern
@howiesternphoto
www.howiestern.com

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
@pacertravel

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14915880 Thu, 18 Apr 2024 19:00:00 -0400 6518 3 91 full false Episode 90 - Fixing Feet with Tonya Olson Episode 90 - Fixing Feet with Tonya Olson Tonya Olson literally wrote the book on fixing feet!  At least she co-wrote it with her friend and mentor, Jon Vonhoff.  If you're an ultra runner, you have probably had problems with losing toenails, blisters, and maceration.  I know you are tough and all, but just one of these things in the wrong spot at the wrong time could end your race.  And what if it's a race that took you 5 years to get into, or one you spent $8000 on getting you and your crew there?  

@tonyakolsondpt

Get yourself a footcare kit and learn how to use it!  Tonya tells you how.  
https://youtu.be/l5OJSHhjeYA?si=wt079BbjyrIU_AUg
https://youtu.be/5X8ub52-5Sg?si=RvsSzohHeMBazdy5
https://youtu.be/hl40DUDDxDA?si=xXfvK4QopbOQkhPp
https://youtu.be/NDFxabW-E6Y?si=cGuD1l-ANhm-xerl
https://youtu.be/WXTgCAEQWlo?si=s18CPmVke3BB1pp4
Also, Kassy and Amber of #100mileswithmartyproject get to toe the line of the Bootlegger 100 this Saturday!  Wish them luck.

@adventures_kc
@plantbased_radoncdoc

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
@pacertravel

]]> Tonya Olson literally wrote the book on fixing feet!  At least she co-wrote it with her friend and mentor, Jon Vonhoff.  If you're an ultra runner, you have probably had problems with losing toenails, blisters, and maceration.  I know you are tough and all, but just one of these things in the wrong spot at the wrong time could end your race.  And what if it's a race that took you 5 years to get into, or one you spent $8000 on getting you and your crew there?  

@tonyakolsondpt

Get yourself a footcare kit and learn how to use it!  Tonya tells you how.  
https://youtu.be/l5OJSHhjeYA?si=wt079BbjyrIU_AUg
https://youtu.be/5X8ub52-5Sg?si=RvsSzohHeMBazdy5
https://youtu.be/hl40DUDDxDA?si=xXfvK4QopbOQkhPp
https://youtu.be/NDFxabW-E6Y?si=cGuD1l-ANhm-xerl
https://youtu.be/WXTgCAEQWlo?si=s18CPmVke3BB1pp4
Also, Kassy and Amber of #100mileswithmartyproject get to toe the line of the Bootlegger 100 this Saturday!  Wish them luck.

@adventures_kc
@plantbased_radoncdoc

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
@pacertravel

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14831127 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 21:00:00 -0400 6979 3 90 full false Episode 89 - Chris Stayman Episode 89 - Chris Stayman Join me for a chat with Chris Stayman from Tennessee.  He recently won the Pistol Ultra 100 mile race and set the Tennessee 100 mile record.  He's a super cool dude and I think you'll enjoy his story.  Check it out.

@stayman

 Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com) 
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
@pacertravel
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Join me for a chat with Chris Stayman from Tennessee.  He recently won the Pistol Ultra 100 mile race and set the Tennessee 100 mile record.  He's a super cool dude and I think you'll enjoy his story.  Check it out.

@stayman

 Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com) 
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
@pacertravel
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Road Runners, Trail Runners, All Runners (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14801520 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 16:00:00 -0400 6038 3 89 full false Episode 88 - Death at Dupuis with Andrea Mehner Episode 88 - Death at Dupuis with Andrea Mehner Andrea Mehner is an astronomer of German descent living in Chile.  She, of course is also a badass ultrarunner.  Join me as I learn her story of growing up on the wrong side of the Berlin wall, witnessing first-hand the wall coming down as a child and then becoming the awesome human that she is today.  She is fairly new to the backyard format but has a great future with her base of mental toughness and fitness.  Hope you enjoy!

@dad_ultra
@pacertravel
Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Andrea Mehner is an astronomer of German descent living in Chile.  She, of course is also a badass ultrarunner.  Join me as I learn her story of growing up on the wrong side of the Berlin wall, witnessing first-hand the wall coming down as a child and then becoming the awesome human that she is today.  She is fairly new to the backyard format but has a great future with her base of mental toughness and fitness.  Hope you enjoy!

@dad_ultra
@pacertravel
Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14741129 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 20:00:00 -0400 4182 3 88 full false Episode 87 - Embrace the Pain, Manifest Victory! The 100 miles with Marty project update. Episode 87 - Embrace the Pain, Manifest Victory! The 100 miles with Marty project update. Props to Chris Stangle for the title.  The awesome participants of the #100mileswithmartyproject join me for one last chat before their biggest physical challenges of their lives.  They are ready and excited to toe the line!  Listen in to hear how their training has gon, lessons, learned, etc.  Lots of good stuff in here!  Big thanks to all the participants, supporters and sponsors!

@adventures_kc
@rungirl74
@plantbased_radoncdoc
@runfluent_fulwise
@runnaturalcoach
@christwiggs
@roughrunners
@revolution_running
@squirrelsnutbutter
@stpeterunningco
@pacertravel

Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)

]]> Props to Chris Stangle for the title.  The awesome participants of the #100mileswithmartyproject join me for one last chat before their biggest physical challenges of their lives.  They are ready and excited to toe the line!  Listen in to hear how their training has gon, lessons, learned, etc.  Lots of good stuff in here!  Big thanks to all the participants, supporters and sponsors!

@adventures_kc
@rungirl74
@plantbased_radoncdoc
@runfluent_fulwise
@runnaturalcoach
@christwiggs
@roughrunners
@revolution_running
@squirrelsnutbutter
@stpeterunningco
@pacertravel

Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14702602 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 19:00:00 -0400 4465 3 87 full false Episode 86 - Donna 110 Ultra Episode 86 - Donna 110 Ultra Join me for a recap of the Donna 110 Ultra with male and female winners Charlie Poblenz and Jamie Saunders.  Both pf these folks are super kind and humble humans and just a joy to talk to.  Also The Donna Foundation is an awesome organization that has made a tremendous impact in the Jacksonville community.  I hope and pray this episode will inspire some of you to join me there as runner, crew, or volunteer there next year!

The DONNA Foundation - Caring for those with Breast Cancer | The DONNA Foundation
@chuckpob
@jameesunshine
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St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Pacer Travel - 727-433-2385
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

A1 Ultra Events – Premier Florida Trail Running Races (wordpress.com)

Miami 100 (runningninjamiami.com)

]]> Join me for a recap of the Donna 110 Ultra with male and female winners Charlie Poblenz and Jamie Saunders.  Both pf these folks are super kind and humble humans and just a joy to talk to.  Also The Donna Foundation is an awesome organization that has made a tremendous impact in the Jacksonville community.  I hope and pray this episode will inspire some of you to join me there as runner, crew, or volunteer there next year!

The DONNA Foundation - Caring for those with Breast Cancer | The DONNA Foundation
@chuckpob
@jameesunshine
Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Pacer Travel - 727-433-2385
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

A1 Ultra Events – Premier Florida Trail Running Races (wordpress.com)

Miami 100 (runningninjamiami.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14659484 Sat, 09 Mar 2024 21:00:00 -0500 5361 3 86 full false Episode 85 - Whitney Dancaster Episode 85 - Whitney Dancaster Episode 85 is dedicated to the memory of Laken  Hope Riley, a nursing student that was brutally murdered while out on a run on February 22.  Please be vigilant when running alone!  It (the episode) features my chat with my Florida friend, Whitney Dancaster.  She's a social media influencer, a badass ultra-runner, and an all-around humble and kind soul.  It was a real pleasure to get to know her better and talk running and races.   I hope you enjoy.

@wdancaster

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Miami 50/50 - June 8, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Miami 100 - September 28, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Episode 85 is dedicated to the memory of Laken  Hope Riley, a nursing student that was brutally murdered while out on a run on February 22.  Please be vigilant when running alone!  It (the episode) features my chat with my Florida friend, Whitney Dancaster.  She's a social media influencer, a badass ultra-runner, and an all-around humble and kind soul.  It was a real pleasure to get to know her better and talk running and races.   I hope you enjoy.

@wdancaster

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6 - 7, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Miami 50/50 - June 8, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Miami 100 - September 28, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14621132 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 21:00:00 -0500 6615 3 85 full false Episode 84 - Bart Yasso Episode 84 - Bart Yasso Enjoy my chat with the mayor of running, Bart Yasso.  This position is not elected or self-appointed.  It is a term of endearment earned with great admiration and respect of many legends in the sport of running.  Bart is the retired chief running officer at Runners World magazine, back when magazines were still a thing.  He's run races all around the world on behalf of Runners World and has hundreds of cool stories from it.  I have the honor of sharing some of those with you.  Enjoy!

@bartyasso
BartYasso.com
Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

]]> Enjoy my chat with the mayor of running, Bart Yasso.  This position is not elected or self-appointed.  It is a term of endearment earned with great admiration and respect of many legends in the sport of running.  Bart is the retired chief running officer at Runners World magazine, back when magazines were still a thing.  He's run races all around the world on behalf of Runners World and has hundreds of cool stories from it.  I have the honor of sharing some of those with you.  Enjoy!

@bartyasso
BartYasso.com
Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14551233 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 21:00:00 -0500 5309 3 84 full false Episode 83 - Teri Swanson and crew Episode 83 - Teri Swanson and crew Terri Swanson has completed many marathons, but until recently, never really considered a 100 mile ultra.  That is, until she was challenged by the legend, Bob Becker, and she accepted.  Terri took on the Daytona 100 ultra.  She had an awesome crew, although she didn't know them very well, and she got it done.  Here's their story. 
@terriswanson2
@kc_in_tampa
@bobruns150
@daytona100ultrarace

@dad_ultra

  Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

]]> Terri Swanson has completed many marathons, but until recently, never really considered a 100 mile ultra.  That is, until she was challenged by the legend, Bob Becker, and she accepted.  Terri took on the Daytona 100 ultra.  She had an awesome crew, although she didn't know them very well, and she got it done.  Here's their story. 
@terriswanson2
@kc_in_tampa
@bobruns150
@daytona100ultrarace

@dad_ultra

  Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14526378 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 15:00:00 -0500 5974 3 83 full false Episode 82 - Sam Atherton conquers! Episode 82 - Sam Atherton conquers! Join me for a nice chat with fairly new ultrarunner Sam Atherton from Nashville.  Back on January 20th, less than a year after his first ultra he toed the line at "The Conquer" which proclaimed by it's RD's as "America's Toughest Ultra".   There was a $10,000 cash prize and let's just say he conquered.  Sam is a passionate guy about running community and training, so he was a treat to talk to.  I think you'll enjoy that and his race recap.

@samuelwilliamatherton
Warrior Adventure Racing and Ultras (warriorraces.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
discount code  Timberfriends 

St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
discount code Marty15

Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

]]> Join me for a nice chat with fairly new ultrarunner Sam Atherton from Nashville.  Back on January 20th, less than a year after his first ultra he toed the line at "The Conquer" which proclaimed by it's RD's as "America's Toughest Ultra".   There was a $10,000 cash prize and let's just say he conquered.  Sam is a passionate guy about running community and training, so he was a treat to talk to.  I think you'll enjoy that and his race recap.

@samuelwilliamatherton
Warrior Adventure Racing and Ultras (warriorraces.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
discount code  Timberfriends 

St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
discount code Marty15

Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14421694 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500 6328 3 82 full false Episode 81 - John Parker Runs Episode 81 - John Parker Runs Get to know speedy and tough runner John Parker.  His wins are all on really challenging terrain and conditions, so that speaks a lot about his strengths.  I think one of the reasons I love the Florida Ultra Running community is that even though they lack elevation for the most part, they find other ways to make it challenging.  I love that.  Give it a listen!

@johnparkerruns
Jupiter Ridge Sand Spur - December 27 - 29, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)   
code marty15
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)

]]> Get to know speedy and tough runner John Parker.  His wins are all on really challenging terrain and conditions, so that speaks a lot about his strengths.  I think one of the reasons I love the Florida Ultra Running community is that even though they lack elevation for the most part, they find other ways to make it challenging.  I love that.  Give it a listen!

@johnparkerruns
Jupiter Ridge Sand Spur - December 27 - 29, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)   
code marty15
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14391621 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 18:00:00 -0500 4931 3 81 full false Episode 80 - Enchanted Objects with Patrick Gallagher Episode 80 - Enchanted Objects with Patrick Gallagher "His count of enchanted objects had diminished by one."  This is a line from The Great Gatsby.  It was also an answer to one of the many questions I asked Patrick.  As I told him in the interview, I can't believe I have waited this long to have him as a guest.  He's a teacher of 27 years, a "retired" very accomplished ultra runner and coach, and he weaves great motivational sayings and literary quotes throughout his conversation.  This makes for a really enjoyable and educational chat.  While this is the final installment of my series on backyard ultras, we spend probably less than half the time discussing them.  Patrick won the Death at Dupuis a few years ago and at the time his performance put him in a position to represent at Big's Backyard.  So, we do discuss those experiences among many other races.  We cover his 2 races that he directs, which are Gate 2 Gate and Last of the Felascans and he also shares some great tips for flatlanders looking to do well in mountain races.  Check it out. 

@slimper_runner
Last of the Felascans - November 16, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Gate2Gate Trail Run - October 26, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Death at DuPuis (A Backyard Event) - February 10, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

#100mileswithmarty project participants
@rungirl74
@adventures_kc
@plantbased_radoncdoc

]]> "His count of enchanted objects had diminished by one."  This is a line from The Great Gatsby.  It was also an answer to one of the many questions I asked Patrick.  As I told him in the interview, I can't believe I have waited this long to have him as a guest.  He's a teacher of 27 years, a "retired" very accomplished ultra runner and coach, and he weaves great motivational sayings and literary quotes throughout his conversation.  This makes for a really enjoyable and educational chat.  While this is the final installment of my series on backyard ultras, we spend probably less than half the time discussing them.  Patrick won the Death at Dupuis a few years ago and at the time his performance put him in a position to represent at Big's Backyard.  So, we do discuss those experiences among many other races.  We cover his 2 races that he directs, which are Gate 2 Gate and Last of the Felascans and he also shares some great tips for flatlanders looking to do well in mountain races.  Check it out. 

@slimper_runner
Last of the Felascans - November 16, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Gate2Gate Trail Run - October 26, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Death at DuPuis (A Backyard Event) - February 10, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Run Natural Coach
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

#100mileswithmarty project participants
@rungirl74
@adventures_kc
@plantbased_radoncdoc

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14387594 Sat, 27 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0500 6227 3 80 full false Episode 79 - Matt Clapper Backyard Ultras Episode 79 - Matt Clapper Backyard Ultras Join me and previous guest and good friend Matt Clapper.  We discuss his awesome performance at Tampa Bay 100 with 2nd overall and then just a couple weeks later followed with a win at Last of the Felascans BYU.  Matt is a huge fan of the BYU format.  He's very passionate about running, racing, and training.  So that makes for fun conversation.  Check it out!

@matt_clapper1
Death at DuPuis (A Backyard Event) - February 10, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Last of the Felascans - November 16, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com) code marty15
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

]]> Join me and previous guest and good friend Matt Clapper.  We discuss his awesome performance at Tampa Bay 100 with 2nd overall and then just a couple weeks later followed with a win at Last of the Felascans BYU.  Matt is a huge fan of the BYU format.  He's very passionate about running, racing, and training.  So that makes for fun conversation.  Check it out!

@matt_clapper1
Death at DuPuis (A Backyard Event) - February 10, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)
Last of the Felascans - November 16, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com) code marty15
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14350758 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 21:00:00 -0500 3438 2 79 full false Episode 78 - Marc Burget - 2023 Daytona 100 winner Episode 78 - Marc Burget - 2023 Daytona 100 winner Enjoy my chat with the winner of December's Daytona 100, Marc Burget.  Marc is a cool dude from Jacksonville, Florida and part of the PRS Running Club, which is known for exceptional athletes.  He has won races such as Keys 100 and Miami 50/50, he's a Disney nerd, and spends a lot of time there pacing their races as well as enjoying the parks.  Also there's a brief recap of the Longhaul 100 and a #100mileswithmartyupdate

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]]> Enjoy my chat with the winner of December's Daytona 100, Marc Burget.  Marc is a cool dude from Jacksonville, Florida and part of the PRS Running Club, which is known for exceptional athletes.  He has won races such as Keys 100 and Miami 50/50, he's a Disney nerd, and spends a lot of time there pacing their races as well as enjoying the parks.  Also there's a brief recap of the Longhaul 100 and a #100mileswithmartyupdate

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14345834 Sat, 20 Jan 2024 19:00:00 -0500 5107 2 78 full false Episode 77 - Britta Devitt - Spinal surgery to 100 miles in less than a year. Episode 77 - Britta Devitt - Spinal surgery to 100 miles in less than a year. Well friends, this is one of my favorite episodes because I love a feel good story.  I cry a lot and I am teary typing this because just hearing Britta's voice and the gratitude that she shows by just being able to run inspires me big time.  Check out her amazing story and let me know what you think.  Best of luck to all you Long Haul runners.  Hope to see you and high five you out there.  Wait around to Sunday morning and hug me when I finish.

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]]> Well friends, this is one of my favorite episodes because I love a feel good story.  I cry a lot and I am teary typing this because just hearing Britta's voice and the gratitude that she shows by just being able to run inspires me big time.  Check out her amazing story and let me know what you think.  Best of luck to all you Long Haul runners.  Hope to see you and high five you out there.  Wait around to Sunday morning and hug me when I finish.

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14289666 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 23:00:00 -0500 4875 full false Episode 76 - Jennifer Russo, Backyard Ultra female world record holder Episode 76 - Jennifer Russo, Backyard Ultra female world record holder Part 4 of the Backyard Ultra series features a chat with Jennifer Russo.  At 57, Jennifer broke Courtney Dauwalter's backyard mileage female world record last year at Capitol Backyard Ultra getting the assist and earning a ticket to Big's.  She has an impressive resume of 100 and 200 mile races in addition to some awesome Backyard performances.  She was such a treat to get to know.  She's also a race director.  Enjoy!

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]]> Part 4 of the Backyard Ultra series features a chat with Jennifer Russo.  At 57, Jennifer broke Courtney Dauwalter's backyard mileage female world record last year at Capitol Backyard Ultra getting the assist and earning a ticket to Big's.  She has an impressive resume of 100 and 200 mile races in addition to some awesome Backyard performances.  She was such a treat to get to know.  She's also a race director.  Enjoy!

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14268194 Sun, 07 Jan 2024 22:00:00 -0500 4882 2 76 full false Episode 75 - Metpro - Nutrition for Performance, muscle, and weight loss Episode 75 - Metpro - Nutrition for Performance, muscle, and weight loss Episode 75 is a little different from my normal routine.  In this one, I ask coach Ryan Padilla of Metpro, who happens to be my nutrition coach, to come on and discuss how Metpro uses their vast experience in metabolic profiling to build custom nutrition plans for their clients to help achieve different goals.  My goal was to lose excess weight to lower my impact running and improve performance.  They help others that aren't looking to lose weight, just increase muscle, strength, and improve performance.  They can do all 3.  Ryan talks about how that works and gives many tips on pre-race fueling, in race fueling, and fueling for training.   I have lost over 20 pounds with Ryan's help, but more than that, I have learned a lifestyle of eating smarter and looking at food as another tool to help me get closer to my goals.  Check it out!

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]]> Episode 75 is a little different from my normal routine.  In this one, I ask coach Ryan Padilla of Metpro, who happens to be my nutrition coach, to come on and discuss how Metpro uses their vast experience in metabolic profiling to build custom nutrition plans for their clients to help achieve different goals.  My goal was to lose excess weight to lower my impact running and improve performance.  They help others that aren't looking to lose weight, just increase muscle, strength, and improve performance.  They can do all 3.  Ryan talks about how that works and gives many tips on pre-race fueling, in race fueling, and fueling for training.   I have lost over 20 pounds with Ryan's help, but more than that, I have learned a lifestyle of eating smarter and looking at food as another tool to help me get closer to my goals.  Check it out!

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Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run




]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14263089 Sat, 06 Jan 2024 21:00:00 -0500 3077 2 75 full false Episode 74 - Harvey Lewis and Jon Noll, Backyard Legends Episode 74 - Harvey Lewis and Jon Noll, Backyard Legends Top 2 Americans in Big's Backyard overall mileage, Jon Noll and Harvey Lewis join me to discuss their experiences at this year's race as well as others.  Also, Jon goes into training, fueling, and strategies for BYU success.  Really good stuff. 

Also Dr. Amber Orman checks in with an update on her training for #100mileswithmarty project.  This is part 3 of a likely 5 part series on backyard ultras.

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]]> Top 2 Americans in Big's Backyard overall mileage, Jon Noll and Harvey Lewis join me to discuss their experiences at this year's race as well as others.  Also, Jon goes into training, fueling, and strategies for BYU success.  Really good stuff. 

Also Dr. Amber Orman checks in with an update on her training for #100mileswithmarty project.  This is part 3 of a likely 5 part series on backyard ultras.

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14224085 Sat, 30 Dec 2023 21:00:00 -0500 7736 2 74 full false Epidsode 73 - Backyard Ultras part 2 with Laz Epidsode 73 - Backyard Ultras part 2 with Laz Episode 73 was/is a big deal for me.  The documentary, Barkleys, The Race that eats it's young, played a vital role in attracting me to ultra running.  Gary Cantrell, aka Laz, became like a cult hero to me for coming up with such a challenging race where many years nobody finished.  It took a couple more years before I figured out he had other races too.  One in particular, Big's Backyard Ultra, is the main focus of this episode as we discuss the growing popularity of backyard format races, but we do cover other subjects.  Gary is a recent inductee into the ultrarunning Hall of Fame.  He is chock full of stories and statistics from past races.  My only regret is that I couldn't get multiple hours to chat with him about all the things.  You can bet I will be doing it again as soon as I come up with another good reason.  Enjoy!

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]]> Episode 73 was/is a big deal for me.  The documentary, Barkleys, The Race that eats it's young, played a vital role in attracting me to ultra running.  Gary Cantrell, aka Laz, became like a cult hero to me for coming up with such a challenging race where many years nobody finished.  It took a couple more years before I figured out he had other races too.  One in particular, Big's Backyard Ultra, is the main focus of this episode as we discuss the growing popularity of backyard format races, but we do cover other subjects.  Gary is a recent inductee into the ultrarunning Hall of Fame.  He is chock full of stories and statistics from past races.  My only regret is that I couldn't get multiple hours to chat with him about all the things.  You can bet I will be doing it again as soon as I come up with another good reason.  Enjoy!

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Jeff Galloway | The official site of Run-Walk-Run
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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14190219 Thu, 21 Dec 2023 21:00:00 -0500 3849 2 73 full false Back Yard Ultras Part 1 with Mike Melton Back Yard Ultras Part 1 with Mike Melton This is the first of 4 episodes about the growing popularity of backyard ultras.  I have a conversation with Mike Melton, owner of MCM Timing.  He is not only the best race timer in the business, he has been involved in every single Big's Backyard Ultra.  Big's was the original, and now there are over 400 backyard races in over 70 countries.  

Also a check-in with Kassy Coan, participant of #100mileswithmartyproject.  She tells us what she's been up to in her 2nd month of prep for her first 100 miler.

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]]> This is the first of 4 episodes about the growing popularity of backyard ultras.  I have a conversation with Mike Melton, owner of MCM Timing.  He is not only the best race timer in the business, he has been involved in every single Big's Backyard Ultra.  Big's was the original, and now there are over 400 backyard races in over 70 countries.  

Also a check-in with Kassy Coan, participant of #100mileswithmartyproject.  She tells us what she's been up to in her 2nd month of prep for her first 100 miler.

 MCM Timing and Results LLC : : my.race|result (raceresult.com)

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Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

@adventures_kc
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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14163891 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 22:00:00 -0500 5349 2 72 full false Episode 71 - Kelly O Rocks! Episode 71 - Kelly O Rocks! Episode 71 features my conversation with Kelly Odell.  She is the first guest that I've had on the show that actually lives with a previous guest.  She's also the first guest on the show that would probably not win a 100 mile race against every other inhabitant of her home and especially a backyard format.  LOL.  With all that said, though, Kelly is quite the accomplished ultra-runner in her own right.  She's finished Badwater 135 and several other 100 milers including a sub 24 hour.  One of the reasons I invited her on the show was for a DNF though.  She has an interesting DNF story for sure.  Enjoy!

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]]> Episode 71 features my conversation with Kelly Odell.  She is the first guest that I've had on the show that actually lives with a previous guest.  She's also the first guest on the show that would probably not win a 100 mile race against every other inhabitant of her home and especially a backyard format.  LOL.  With all that said, though, Kelly is quite the accomplished ultra-runner in her own right.  She's finished Badwater 135 and several other 100 milers including a sub 24 hour.  One of the reasons I invited her on the show was for a DNF though.  She has an interesting DNF story for sure.  Enjoy!

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Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14082468 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0500 5521 2 71 full false Episode 70 - Weak Things Break with Gus Karagrozis Episode 70 - Weak Things Break with Gus Karagrozis Enjoy a summertime chat with New York's own Gus Karagrozis.  As a newbie to the ultra-running scene, Gus showed up down at the very tough Immolation 24 hour race down in Jupiter, Florida in late July and came out of nowhere as the last seed to place second.  He surprised everyone but himself and his coach.  He's a fun guy to chat with as well as his partner and crew chief, Alanna.  Hope you enjoy!

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]]> Enjoy a summertime chat with New York's own Gus Karagrozis.  As a newbie to the ultra-running scene, Gus showed up down at the very tough Immolation 24 hour race down in Jupiter, Florida in late July and came out of nowhere as the last seed to place second.  He surprised everyone but himself and his coach.  He's a fun guy to chat with as well as his partner and crew chief, Alanna.  Hope you enjoy!

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Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14073786 Sat, 02 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0500 4876 2 70 full false Episode 69 - Lauren Runs for Grilled Cheese Episode 69 - Lauren Runs for Grilled Cheese Episode 69 features a chat with Lauren Jones from Atlanta, GA.  She's a pediatric nurse anesthetist and a bada$$ ultrarunner.  Lauren recently won the No Business 100 up in Tennessee and Kentucky.  She also took 2nd at Cocodona 250 last year and 18th female at Western States this year.  She is such a soft spoken person to be such a bada$$, and so fun to chat with!  I think you'll enjoy!  

Also catch up with Kelley Lomax as she enters her 2nd month of training for the #100mileswithmartyproject.  

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]]> Episode 69 features a chat with Lauren Jones from Atlanta, GA.  She's a pediatric nurse anesthetist and a bada$$ ultrarunner.  Lauren recently won the No Business 100 up in Tennessee and Kentucky.  She also took 2nd at Cocodona 250 last year and 18th female at Western States this year.  She is such a soft spoken person to be such a bada$$, and so fun to chat with!  I think you'll enjoy!  

Also catch up with Kelley Lomax as she enters her 2nd month of training for the #100mileswithmartyproject.  

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14034885 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0500 5993 2 69 full false Episode 68 - Revolution Running's Kevin and Annie Randolph Episode 68 - Revolution Running's Kevin and Annie Randolph This episode features an awesome chat with 1/2 of Revolution Running, Kevin and Annie Randolph.  Revolution Running are race directors of many different formats of races and different venues.  They have a track timed race - The Stinger All Comers Track race, they have 5k's paved and trail all the way up to 100 miler trail with other distances in between.  Kevin and Annie are really cool, down to earth people with an awesome community of loyal participants in their many races.  They are also accomplished runners themselves.  Annie is a cancer survivor and is not letting that interfere with her pursuit of her goals.  I think you'll enjoy getting to know this amazing couple.

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]]> This episode features an awesome chat with 1/2 of Revolution Running, Kevin and Annie Randolph.  Revolution Running are race directors of many different formats of races and different venues.  They have a track timed race - The Stinger All Comers Track race, they have 5k's paved and trail all the way up to 100 miler trail with other distances in between.  Kevin and Annie are really cool, down to earth people with an awesome community of loyal participants in their many races.  They are also accomplished runners themselves.  Annie is a cancer survivor and is not letting that interfere with her pursuit of her goals.  I think you'll enjoy getting to know this amazing couple.

Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
@k3vron
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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-14015688 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 21:00:00 -0500 4977 2 68 full false Don't Take the Deal With Don Reichelt Don't Take the Deal With Don Reichelt Episode 67 features my chat with Don Reichelt.  He is a world record holder with three different categories on the manually powered treadmill.  12 hours, 24 hours, and 100 miles.  He's also a smart guy, witty, super-fast, and just a great conversation.  We talk about all things ultra running and specifically the 100 mile and 24-hour disciplines.  He's finished epic challenges like Cocodona 250, Leadman, Bighorn 100 and several others.  I also chat with coach Dawn Lisenby about her client Kelley Lomax in the #100mileswithmarty project.  I think you'll  enjoy this episode.  I actually edited it twice.  (long story)

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]]> Episode 67 features my chat with Don Reichelt.  He is a world record holder with three different categories on the manually powered treadmill.  12 hours, 24 hours, and 100 miles.  He's also a smart guy, witty, super-fast, and just a great conversation.  We talk about all things ultra running and specifically the 100 mile and 24-hour disciplines.  He's finished epic challenges like Cocodona 250, Leadman, Bighorn 100 and several others.  I also chat with coach Dawn Lisenby about her client Kelley Lomax in the #100mileswithmarty project.  I think you'll  enjoy this episode.  I actually edited it twice.  (long story)

@runwithdon
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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13951843 Sat, 11 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0500 5538 2 67 full false Episode 66 - Mandie Holmes Episode 66 - Mandie Holmes In episode 66, I talk to another elite athlete from the west coast, Mandie Holmes.  I met Mandie this year at the Squirrels Nut Butter tent at Western States.  She was there for her 4th running of the most awesome 100 on the planet.  She's a fellow Squirrel, a Rabbit Elite, and y'all know I am a huge Rabbit fan.  She's also the 3rd member of the USA 24 hour world championship team that I have spoken to.  Mandie has lots of great stories and has a wealth of knowledge about west coast ultras.  Just an absolute joy to talk with.  I hope you enjoy.

I also check in with Runfluent/Fulwise coach Chris Stangle to get his take on how things are going in his camp for #100MileswithMarty

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Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)

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]]> In episode 66, I talk to another elite athlete from the west coast, Mandie Holmes.  I met Mandie this year at the Squirrels Nut Butter tent at Western States.  She was there for her 4th running of the most awesome 100 on the planet.  She's a fellow Squirrel, a Rabbit Elite, and y'all know I am a huge Rabbit fan.  She's also the 3rd member of the USA 24 hour world championship team that I have spoken to.  Mandie has lots of great stories and has a wealth of knowledge about west coast ultras.  Just an absolute joy to talk with.  I hope you enjoy.

I also check in with Runfluent/Fulwise coach Chris Stangle to get his take on how things are going in his camp for #100MileswithMarty

@runningmandie

Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)

Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)

Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

St. Pete Running Company Florida | Top 50 Running Store (stpeterunningco.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)

https://chng.it/shmNMgPqFS

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13840680 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 20:00:00 -0400 5242 full false Episode 65 - Run Fastah Episode 65 - Run Fastah In this episode, I have decided to throw all of my podcasting and soliciting energy into making a pitch for our USA 24 hour world championship team.  I interview super speedy ultra runner, Scott Traer, aka @runfastah.  He is a member of the 24 hour team and has been very outspoken about the injustice of the athletes having to cover almost all their expenses at the world championships.   In the first 15 minutes or so, I have a visit from coach Chris Twiggs to discuss his role in the 100 Miles With Marty Project and then jump right into the interview with Scott.  I hope it makes you mad.  Please help support these members of our ultra-running family!  Sign the petition!  Please tell everyone you know.  Get them to sign and share.  Let's show the world that the ultrarunning community can and will stand together!  Links are below!

@runfastah
Petition · Fair Access to World Championships: Make USATF Fund Their MUT National Teams · Change.org

Training | Jeff Galloway
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)

]]> In this episode, I have decided to throw all of my podcasting and soliciting energy into making a pitch for our USA 24 hour world championship team.  I interview super speedy ultra runner, Scott Traer, aka @runfastah.  He is a member of the 24 hour team and has been very outspoken about the injustice of the athletes having to cover almost all their expenses at the world championships.   In the first 15 minutes or so, I have a visit from coach Chris Twiggs to discuss his role in the 100 Miles With Marty Project and then jump right into the interview with Scott.  I hope it makes you mad.  Please help support these members of our ultra-running family!  Sign the petition!  Please tell everyone you know.  Get them to sign and share.  Let's show the world that the ultrarunning community can and will stand together!  Links are below!

@runfastah
Petition · Fair Access to World Championships: Make USATF Fund Their MUT National Teams · Change.org

Training | Jeff Galloway
Don't Just Run, Run Fluent (dontjustrun.com)
Run Natural Coach
Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13820824 Sat, 21 Oct 2023 20:00:00 -0400 4345 2 65 full false Episode 64 - 100 Miles With Marty Project Episode 64 - 100 Miles With Marty Project Episode 64 begins the 100 Miles With Marty Project!  We selected 3 runners from a pool of applicants.  We paired them with a coach and are covering the training and race registration for their 1st 100 miler next Spring.  In this episode we meet the runners - Kelly Lomax, Dr. Amber Orman, and Kassy Coan.  We here a little of their stories.  Much more to come over the next 6 months.  Kelly will be running the Bronze Dragonfly in Savannah, and Amber and Kassy will be running the Bootlegger 100 near Jackson, GA.  Follow their journeys over the next 24 to 28 weeks with this podcast and on their social media.  Please support these awesome races and race directors as well, and of course Squirrells Nut Butter.

@rungirl74
@adventures_kc
@plantbased_radoncdoc

Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
@squirrels_nut_butter

Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
@roughrunners

Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
@revolution_running

@runfluent_fulwise
@runnaturalcoach
@christwiggs
Training | Jeff Galloway

]]> Episode 64 begins the 100 Miles With Marty Project!  We selected 3 runners from a pool of applicants.  We paired them with a coach and are covering the training and race registration for their 1st 100 miler next Spring.  In this episode we meet the runners - Kelly Lomax, Dr. Amber Orman, and Kassy Coan.  We here a little of their stories.  Much more to come over the next 6 months.  Kelly will be running the Bronze Dragonfly in Savannah, and Amber and Kassy will be running the Bootlegger 100 near Jackson, GA.  Follow their journeys over the next 24 to 28 weeks with this podcast and on their social media.  Please support these awesome races and race directors as well, and of course Squirrells Nut Butter.

@rungirl74
@adventures_kc
@plantbased_radoncdoc

Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 27, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

The Bootlegger 100/50/10 Mile Trail Race - April 6, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Squirrel's Nut Butter | All Natural Anti Chafing & Skin Restoration Salves (squirrelsnutbutter.com)
@squirrels_nut_butter

Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)
@roughrunners

Revolution Running Co. – Run fast. Run far. Run free.
@revolution_running

@runfluent_fulwise
@runnaturalcoach
@christwiggs
Training | Jeff Galloway

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13805832 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 21:00:00 -0400 6154 2 64 full false Episode 63 - Jake Jackson Episode 63 - Jake Jackson Episode 63 features truck driver, husband, father, and badass ultra runner, Jake Jackson.  He is quite the accomplished runner, with many buckles and ultra medals with his most recent being 5 - 100 milers in 5 months under 85 total hours.  Check it out as he shares his running story and recaps his epic 1st half of 2023.

@ultrajakejackson

@skunkapeevents
@roughrunners
@revolution_running
@squirrellsnutbutter
@runfluent_fulwise
@runnaturalcoach
www.jeffgalloway.com

]]> Episode 63 features truck driver, husband, father, and badass ultra runner, Jake Jackson.  He is quite the accomplished runner, with many buckles and ultra medals with his most recent being 5 - 100 milers in 5 months under 85 total hours.  Check it out as he shares his running story and recaps his epic 1st half of 2023.

@ultrajakejackson

@skunkapeevents
@roughrunners
@revolution_running
@squirrellsnutbutter
@runfluent_fulwise
@runnaturalcoach
www.jeffgalloway.com

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13734082 Sat, 07 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0400 5555 2 63 full false Episode 62 - Experts Round Table with 100 miler tips. Episode 62 - Experts Round Table with 100 miler tips. 100 Miles With Marty begins today with this awesome group of coaches and veterans answering questions sent in by the listeners.  They cover many subjects such as equipment, training, mental prep, fueling, etc.  Afterwards, the coaches draft their runner that they will be guiding to their first 100 mile race next Spring and we will be following their journey.  Can't wait.

@runfluent_fulwise
@runnaturalcoach
@christwiggs - Chief Training Officer - Jeff Galloway Coaching
@roughrunners
@revolution_running
@Squirrellsnutbutter

]]> 100 Miles With Marty begins today with this awesome group of coaches and veterans answering questions sent in by the listeners.  They cover many subjects such as equipment, training, mental prep, fueling, etc.  Afterwards, the coaches draft their runner that they will be guiding to their first 100 mile race next Spring and we will be following their journey.  Can't wait.

@runfluent_fulwise
@runnaturalcoach
@christwiggs - Chief Training Officer - Jeff Galloway Coaching
@roughrunners
@revolution_running
@Squirrellsnutbutter

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13712592 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 22:00:00 -0400 6637 2 62 full false Episode 61 - David Castro Episode 61 - David Castro This is a feel - good comeback story in several ways.  My friend David Castro dealt with mental health issues in his early adulthood like so many of us, and ended up homeless, unemployed, and unemployable.  But with a perserverance that he didn't even know he had, David fought his way back to being a productive member of society and then took up ultra running.  This year David was one of only 12 people to complete the Badwater Ultra Cup, completing all 3 Badwater races.  This was also a comeback in itself after David had a DNF at BW 135 in 2022.  Check out David's Project 368 on Youtube.  See link below.

https://youtu.be/kGqV4ZV59l4?si=Ss25MXWY2d0lKrPS

]]> This is a feel - good comeback story in several ways.  My friend David Castro dealt with mental health issues in his early adulthood like so many of us, and ended up homeless, unemployed, and unemployable.  But with a perserverance that he didn't even know he had, David fought his way back to being a productive member of society and then took up ultra running.  This year David was one of only 12 people to complete the Badwater Ultra Cup, completing all 3 Badwater races.  This was also a comeback in itself after David had a DNF at BW 135 in 2022.  Check out David's Project 368 on Youtube.  See link below.

https://youtu.be/kGqV4ZV59l4?si=Ss25MXWY2d0lKrPS

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13608161 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 21:00:00 -0400 5154 2 61 full false Episode 60 - Under Armour Trans Rockies Run Episode 60 - Under Armour Trans Rockies Run In episode 60, we depart from the typical interview format to discuss an awesome stage race.  It's the Under Armour Trans Rockies Run.  I had the privilege to have my friends Amy and Lulu to cover the runner's and volunteer's perspective, and Houda and Aaron covered the race official's perspective as the President of the company and operations/RD.  I was so excited about the race after our talk, that I registered within 10 minutes of signing off  the meeting.  It is 11 months away and already half full.  If you want to join me, I have a discount code for $250 off!  

TransRockies Run (transrockies-run.com)

Discount Code = GEORGIA250

]]> In episode 60, we depart from the typical interview format to discuss an awesome stage race.  It's the Under Armour Trans Rockies Run.  I had the privilege to have my friends Amy and Lulu to cover the runner's and volunteer's perspective, and Houda and Aaron covered the race official's perspective as the President of the company and operations/RD.  I was so excited about the race after our talk, that I registered within 10 minutes of signing off  the meeting.  It is 11 months away and already half full.  If you want to join me, I have a discount code for $250 off!  

TransRockies Run (transrockies-run.com)

Discount Code = GEORGIA250

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13564947 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 15:00:00 -0400 5572 2 60 full false Episode 59 - Mike McKnight Episode 59 - Mike McKnight Mike McKnight aka @thelowcarbrunner is a professional ultra runner and coach, a fellow squirrel, husband and father, and just an all-around good dude.  He seems to excel in the longer races, like 200 mile plus.  In this episode we discuss hi amazing comeback at Cocodona this year.  Dude was 30+ miles and 8 hours behind the leaders when he got to Whiskey Row which is mile 80ish.  I'll let him tell you what happened next.  Good stuff.  We also discuss Arizona trail FKT redemption, Leadville, etc.  Check it out.  Good stuff!

@thelowcarbrunner
 
Mike McKnight's Life (lowcarb-runner.com)




]]> Mike McKnight aka @thelowcarbrunner is a professional ultra runner and coach, a fellow squirrel, husband and father, and just an all-around good dude.  He seems to excel in the longer races, like 200 mile plus.  In this episode we discuss hi amazing comeback at Cocodona this year.  Dude was 30+ miles and 8 hours behind the leaders when he got to Whiskey Row which is mile 80ish.  I'll let him tell you what happened next.  Good stuff.  We also discuss Arizona trail FKT redemption, Leadville, etc.  Check it out.  Good stuff!

@thelowcarbrunner
 
Mike McKnight's Life (lowcarb-runner.com)




]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13544967 Wed, 06 Sep 2023 20:00:00 -0400 3717 2 59 full false Episode 58 - Remo Spagnol Episode 58 - Remo Spagnol Remo Spagnol is an ultra-runner.  He's completed 25 races 100 miles or more including I believe 3 - 200+ milers.  He is an ultra-running coach with great experience and expertise in sweat testing technology and applying that to hot weather running.  His record speaks for itself with quality finishes in some of the hottest races on the planet including Badwater and the Keys.  Check it out and check out his coaching site.  

Custom Coaching with Remo Spagnol - GoBroncoBilly

@remo_spagnol

Precision Fuel & Hydration (precisionhydration.com)

]]> Remo Spagnol is an ultra-runner.  He's completed 25 races 100 miles or more including I believe 3 - 200+ milers.  He is an ultra-running coach with great experience and expertise in sweat testing technology and applying that to hot weather running.  His record speaks for itself with quality finishes in some of the hottest races on the planet including Badwater and the Keys.  Check it out and check out his coaching site.  

Custom Coaching with Remo Spagnol - GoBroncoBilly

@remo_spagnol

Precision Fuel & Hydration (precisionhydration.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13509348 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 23:00:00 -0400 4567 2 58 full false Episode 57 - Indefatigable - Taz Shepherd and her Badwater 135 crew (2/3) Episode 57 - Indefatigable - Taz Shepherd and her Badwater 135 crew (2/3) In this episode I talk to Taz Shepherd from Key West, Florida and 2/3 of her amazing crew.   She completed her 1st ever Badwater 135 with the help of that crew including JD McGee and Mark Cudak.  She also had Lisa Graft on her crew but she had to work and missed the recording of the podcast.   We talk Taz's running history, getting selected for Badwater, training, selecting a crew, and execution of a great plan like a well-oiled machine.  I really enjoyed and learned a lot.

Be sure to check out the website for discount codes to many races!

mileswithmarty.com

]]> In this episode I talk to Taz Shepherd from Key West, Florida and 2/3 of her amazing crew.   She completed her 1st ever Badwater 135 with the help of that crew including JD McGee and Mark Cudak.  She also had Lisa Graft on her crew but she had to work and missed the recording of the podcast.   We talk Taz's running history, getting selected for Badwater, training, selecting a crew, and execution of a great plan like a well-oiled machine.  I really enjoyed and learned a lot.

Be sure to check out the website for discount codes to many races!

mileswithmarty.com

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13475698 Sat, 26 Aug 2023 21:00:00 -0400 5999 2 57 full false Episode 56 - Puke and Rally with Matt Clapper and Josh Sloan Episode 56 - Puke and Rally with Matt Clapper and Josh Sloan Matt Clapper is a really nice guy.  A husband a father, friend.  He came on my radar when I was following him and Mike Alberts during their Across Florida 200 adventure.  They crushed it and set a course record.  I had the opportunity to witness Matt absolutely crush The Trident Immolation 24 hour race.  This is not your average 24 hour loop race.  Out of 25 starters, 5 people finished and they were all warriors.  Matt won by over an hour cumulative time.  He stayed strong and consistent for the whole race and he will tell you he couldn't have done it without Josh Sloan, who gave a clinic on crewing a runner for a loop type race.  I learned so much about race specific training and unlocking levels.  

@matt_clapper1

@joshmsloan

]]> Matt Clapper is a really nice guy.  A husband a father, friend.  He came on my radar when I was following him and Mike Alberts during their Across Florida 200 adventure.  They crushed it and set a course record.  I had the opportunity to witness Matt absolutely crush The Trident Immolation 24 hour race.  This is not your average 24 hour loop race.  Out of 25 starters, 5 people finished and they were all warriors.  Matt won by over an hour cumulative time.  He stayed strong and consistent for the whole race and he will tell you he couldn't have done it without Josh Sloan, who gave a clinic on crewing a runner for a loop type race.  I learned so much about race specific training and unlocking levels.  

@matt_clapper1

@joshmsloan

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13435180 Sat, 19 Aug 2023 21:00:00 -0400 6501 2 56 full false Episode 55 - Aaron Hale Episode 55 - Aaron Hale Aaron Hale is one of the most inspirational humans I have ever spoken with.   He lost his sight and eventually his hearing while serving our country doing Explosive Ordinance Disposal in Afghanistan.  After healing up somewhat, he decided to take control of his life.  Not sit around and be depressed with his circumstances.  He took up running, climbed mountains, started an investment company, a fudge company, and the list goes on.  Aaron just crushed the Badwater 135 back in July and he shares his story of the darkest day of his life literally, his comeback, setbacks and more comebacks.  This guy is a real American hero and I was honored to chat with him.  Check it out!

@aclayhale

eodfudge.com

solidgroundhomebuyers.co

pointofimpactpod.com



]]> Aaron Hale is one of the most inspirational humans I have ever spoken with.   He lost his sight and eventually his hearing while serving our country doing Explosive Ordinance Disposal in Afghanistan.  After healing up somewhat, he decided to take control of his life.  Not sit around and be depressed with his circumstances.  He took up running, climbed mountains, started an investment company, a fudge company, and the list goes on.  Aaron just crushed the Badwater 135 back in July and he shares his story of the darkest day of his life literally, his comeback, setbacks and more comebacks.  This guy is a real American hero and I was honored to chat with him.  Check it out!

@aclayhale

eodfudge.com

solidgroundhomebuyers.co

pointofimpactpod.com



]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13398757 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 18:00:00 -0400 6817 full false Episode 54 - Zach Bates Episode 54 - Zach Bates Zach Bates finished Western States this year in under 24 hours at 21 years old.  He's also the first autistic finisher and he got in on his first try.  He's run many ultras already and is quickly becoming a seasoned vet.  He's currently preparing for UTMB in which he got in first try as well.  Enjoy my chat with Zach and his mom Ranna as they discuss the journey to States and beyond.  He is such a mentally tough and determined athlete.  I believe he will go far in the ultra world.  LOL  Pun intended.

@runnung.farther

holthamilton.com


]]> Zach Bates finished Western States this year in under 24 hours at 21 years old.  He's also the first autistic finisher and he got in on his first try.  He's run many ultras already and is quickly becoming a seasoned vet.  He's currently preparing for UTMB in which he got in first try as well.  Enjoy my chat with Zach and his mom Ranna as they discuss the journey to States and beyond.  He is such a mentally tough and determined athlete.  I believe he will go far in the ultra world.  LOL  Pun intended.

@runnung.farther

holthamilton.com


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13374216 Tue, 08 Aug 2023 22:00:00 -0400 4169 2 54 full false Episode 53 - Tim Twietmeyer Episode 53 - Tim Twietmeyer Tim Twietmeyer is a 25 time finisher of The Western States Endurance Run!  He had 15 consecutive top 5 finishes!  He ranks right up there at the top with many of the greats like AJW and Craig Thornley, MoShann, etc, regarding his passion for this iconic race.  Check out our chat as he shares his running story and some awesome States stories and information!

]]> Tim Twietmeyer is a 25 time finisher of The Western States Endurance Run!  He had 15 consecutive top 5 finishes!  He ranks right up there at the top with many of the greats like AJW and Craig Thornley, MoShann, etc, regarding his passion for this iconic race.  Check out our chat as he shares his running story and some awesome States stories and information!

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13327053 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 22:00:00 -0400 4400 2 53 full false Episode 52 - Nick Eldridge - Finsihed first 100 miler at 2023 Western States, 1st try, 1 ticket. Episode 52 - Nick Eldridge - Finsihed first 100 miler at 2023 Western States, 1st try, 1 ticket. Join me for a great chat with Nick Eldridge from Oregon.  Nick completed his 1st 100 miler at Western States this year and got in on the 1st try with 1 ticket.  He has an awesome story and gives a nice recap of his race experience.  

@nickeldridge_ 

]]> Join me for a great chat with Nick Eldridge from Oregon.  Nick completed his 1st 100 miler at Western States this year and got in on the 1st try with 1 ticket.  He has an awesome story and gives a nice recap of his race experience.  

@nickeldridge_ 

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13272763 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400 5162 2 52 full false Episode 51 - Kaylee Frederick - Youngest ever Badwater 135 finisher - 18 y/o Episode 51 - Kaylee Frederick - Youngest ever Badwater 135 finisher - 18 y/o In episode 51, I chat with Kaylee Frederick, 18 years old and the youngest finisher ever of Badwater 135.  She didn't just finish, she crushed it in almost 8 hours under cutoff.  This was not her first rodeo.  She ran her 1st marathon at 14 and 1st hundo at 16.  She is going to be a force in the ultra running world for decades to come.  Heck she's already a force!  Check it out.  

@frederick.kaylee
@badwaterhq

]]> In episode 51, I chat with Kaylee Frederick, 18 years old and the youngest finisher ever of Badwater 135.  She didn't just finish, she crushed it in almost 8 hours under cutoff.  This was not her first rodeo.  She ran her 1st marathon at 14 and 1st hundo at 16.  She is going to be a force in the ultra running world for decades to come.  Heck she's already a force!  Check it out.  

@frederick.kaylee
@badwaterhq

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13255682 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 22:00:00 -0400 4065 2 51 full false Epidode 50 - Katie Schide - 2nd place female at 2023 Western States Epidode 50 - Katie Schide - 2nd place female at 2023 Western States Join me for a conversation with Katie Schide, 2022 female champion at UTMB and 2nd female at 2023 Western States 100.  Katie is an American ultrarunner originally from  Maine and now living in the French Alps.  

@katieschide

www.themarmots.run

Katie Schide | Strava Pro Runner Profile

]]> Join me for a conversation with Katie Schide, 2022 female champion at UTMB and 2nd female at 2023 Western States 100.  Katie is an American ultrarunner originally from  Maine and now living in the French Alps.  

@katieschide

www.themarmots.run

Katie Schide | Strava Pro Runner Profile

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13232217 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0400 3328 2 50 full false Episode 49 - Ashley Paulson - 2023 Badwater 135 Winner Episode 49 - Ashley Paulson - 2023 Badwater 135 Winner On this episode, the amazing Ashley Paulson joins me to talk all things running.  Of course she just crushed Badwater a few days ago with the overall win and beating her previous female course record by 2+ hours.  We discuss marathons, triathlons, and of course ultras.  She has a pretty good resume with all of the above.  Ashley is just oozing with energy and positivity.   I really enjoyed talking to my 1st 100 percenter.  Is that a word?  Ashley actually has a training app for races, triathlons, etc. with plans and strength training.  Check it out.

@ashkickn

ASHKICKN | Home

Membership | ASHKICKN

]]> On this episode, the amazing Ashley Paulson joins me to talk all things running.  Of course she just crushed Badwater a few days ago with the overall win and beating her previous female course record by 2+ hours.  We discuss marathons, triathlons, and of course ultras.  She has a pretty good resume with all of the above.  Ashley is just oozing with energy and positivity.   I really enjoyed talking to my 1st 100 percenter.  Is that a word?  Ashley actually has a training app for races, triathlons, etc. with plans and strength training.  Check it out.

@ashkickn

ASHKICKN | Home

Membership | ASHKICKN

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13220855 Thu, 13 Jul 2023 22:00:00 -0400 4453 2 49 full false Episode 48 - Jenn St. Amand - Final Golden Hour Finisher at 2023 Western States Episode 48 - Jenn St. Amand - Final Golden Hour Finisher at 2023 Western States Wow!  This one was a good one for me.  I just love everything about the Western States Endurance Run.  The Golden Hour is probably the greatest hour in ultra-running because of so many things.  All the winners a podium finishers are back to the track, sometimes 12 or more hours after their finish along with many spectators cheering on the runners in the final hour before the 30 hour cutoff.  The energy is palpable!  Jenn does not usually chase cutoffs.  She's typically a sub 20 hour finisher for most of her 9 other 100 mile races, even with a win or two, but June 24/25 was just not her day for being fast.  She had some issues that slowed her down but she got in under the wire and earned that buckle.  She's gotten more attention from this from any previous victory.  She is such a happy and positive person!  I think you'll enjoy.  

@jennifer.stamandfinley


]]> Wow!  This one was a good one for me.  I just love everything about the Western States Endurance Run.  The Golden Hour is probably the greatest hour in ultra-running because of so many things.  All the winners a podium finishers are back to the track, sometimes 12 or more hours after their finish along with many spectators cheering on the runners in the final hour before the 30 hour cutoff.  The energy is palpable!  Jenn does not usually chase cutoffs.  She's typically a sub 20 hour finisher for most of her 9 other 100 mile races, even with a win or two, but June 24/25 was just not her day for being fast.  She had some issues that slowed her down but she got in under the wire and earned that buckle.  She's gotten more attention from this from any previous victory.  She is such a happy and positive person!  I think you'll enjoy.  

@jennifer.stamandfinley


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13199204 Mon, 10 Jul 2023 21:00:00 -0400 6237 2 48 full false Episode 47 - Sara Rondorf -1st 100 miler at Western States on 1 ticket! Episode 47 - Sara Rondorf -1st 100 miler at Western States on 1 ticket! In episode 47, I chat with Sara Rondorf from Minnesota.  She just completed her first 100 miler at Western States and she got in 1st try, one ticket!!  Lucky lady, but she put in the work and earned that coveted bronze buckle.  Sara shares her running story and recaps the race.  I think you will like it.

@sararondorf

@wser


]]> In episode 47, I chat with Sara Rondorf from Minnesota.  She just completed her first 100 miler at Western States and she got in 1st try, one ticket!!  Lucky lady, but she put in the work and earned that coveted bronze buckle.  Sara shares her running story and recaps the race.  I think you will like it.

@sararondorf

@wser


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13182599 Fri, 07 Jul 2023 22:00:00 -0400 5495 2 47 full false Episode 46 - Harvey Lewis Episode 46 - Harvey Lewis Join me as I chat with super nice human and incredible ultra-runner Harvey Lewis.  He was such a joy to talk to always trying to flip the conversation to hear my story instead of share his.  What a nice guy!  Harvey's record speaks for itself with wins at Big's Backyard, Badwater, and many other ultra races.  He has run Barkleys twice, (no wins there yet :) )  and seems to be quite proficient on roads and trails, which is rare.  I hope you enjoy!!

@harveylewisultrarunner

 FINALS - Google Drive

https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/0ITL5EILMNACM03Q86F1KVDWNI/ref=share_ios_movie

Run Quest Travel - home






]]> Join me as I chat with super nice human and incredible ultra-runner Harvey Lewis.  He was such a joy to talk to always trying to flip the conversation to hear my story instead of share his.  What a nice guy!  Harvey's record speaks for itself with wins at Big's Backyard, Badwater, and many other ultra races.  He has run Barkleys twice, (no wins there yet :) )  and seems to be quite proficient on roads and trails, which is rare.  I hope you enjoy!!

@harveylewisultrarunner

 FINALS - Google Drive

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13160040 Tue, 04 Jul 2023 12:00:00 -0400 4384 2 46 full false Episode 45 - Bob Hearn- Winner Last Annual Heart of the South Race Episode 45 - Bob Hearn- Winner Last Annual Heart of the South Race Bob Hearn - super smart ultra-runner and recent winner by more than a day of The Heart of The South 350 mile race, joins me for a great chat about ultra-ultra distance races.  (Is that a term?)   Until last lear, I thought Cocodona was the longest race, but I was just learning.  There's a whole other spectrum of longer distances, from 6 days on a track to journey type point to point runs.  "A vacation without a car".  Bob has a PHD in Computer Science from MIT, so he's pretty smart, and he has won numerous ultras around the world, so he is pretty fast and durable as well.  He discusses his story from his first 10k to his recent win at HOTS.  I think you will enjoy his perspective and help me celebrate because episode 45 marks the 1 year anniversary of Miles With Marty!!  Thank you so much for your support.  I hope you like the little change in format!  LMK.

Here's a link to Bob's blog:

The Puzzle of Running (bobhearn.blogspot.com) 

]]> Bob Hearn - super smart ultra-runner and recent winner by more than a day of The Heart of The South 350 mile race, joins me for a great chat about ultra-ultra distance races.  (Is that a term?)   Until last lear, I thought Cocodona was the longest race, but I was just learning.  There's a whole other spectrum of longer distances, from 6 days on a track to journey type point to point runs.  "A vacation without a car".  Bob has a PHD in Computer Science from MIT, so he's pretty smart, and he has won numerous ultras around the world, so he is pretty fast and durable as well.  He discusses his story from his first 10k to his recent win at HOTS.  I think you will enjoy his perspective and help me celebrate because episode 45 marks the 1 year anniversary of Miles With Marty!!  Thank you so much for your support.  I hope you like the little change in format!  LMK.

Here's a link to Bob's blog:

The Puzzle of Running (bobhearn.blogspot.com) 

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13148439 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400 4732 2 45 full false Episode 44 - Rachel Belmont Episode 44 - Rachel Belmont Rachel Belmont is a really fast, talented ultra-runner with wins at Badwater Cape Fear and Skydive 100, an adventurous spirit with over 200 skydives and now add wingsuiting to that.  (Is that a word?)  She has an awesome story and is only 26 years old.  She really believes in getting out there and living!  I think you will enjoy listening to Rachel and her infectious positivity!  She's raising money for Girls On the Run, so click the link below and help her make a difference with her running!

@_skyrnr_

SoleMate | GOTR Maricopa & Pinal Counties (gotrmc.org)


]]> Rachel Belmont is a really fast, talented ultra-runner with wins at Badwater Cape Fear and Skydive 100, an adventurous spirit with over 200 skydives and now add wingsuiting to that.  (Is that a word?)  She has an awesome story and is only 26 years old.  She really believes in getting out there and living!  I think you will enjoy listening to Rachel and her infectious positivity!  She's raising money for Girls On the Run, so click the link below and help her make a difference with her running!

@_skyrnr_

SoleMate | GOTR Maricopa & Pinal Counties (gotrmc.org)


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13078709 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 21:00:00 -0400 4436 1 44 full false Episode 43 - WSER Preview with AJW and RD Craig Thornley Episode 43 - WSER Preview with AJW and RD Craig Thornley Episode 43 is live and it is one of my favorites!  I chat with badass ultra-runner, coach, journalist, and podcaster, Andy Jones-Wilkins aka AJW (10 States finishes with 7 top 10's) and Western States Race Director Craig Thornley, who is not too shabby of a runner himself with 9 States finishes including a few top 10's.   We discuss all things Western States Endurance Run.  Race history, course preview, Top 10 male and female picks, and a little of both of these awesome gentlemen's stories.  Check it out!

@wser
Western States Endurance Run (wser.org)

@ajoneswilkins
iRunFar: Your Trail Running & Ultramarathon Resource
AJW's Taproom Archives – iRunFar
Cycling, Ultrarunning, Triathlon Coaching & Camps | CTS (trainright.com)
Home | Crack a Brew (crackabrewwithajw.com)

]]> Episode 43 is live and it is one of my favorites!  I chat with badass ultra-runner, coach, journalist, and podcaster, Andy Jones-Wilkins aka AJW (10 States finishes with 7 top 10's) and Western States Race Director Craig Thornley, who is not too shabby of a runner himself with 9 States finishes including a few top 10's.   We discuss all things Western States Endurance Run.  Race history, course preview, Top 10 male and female picks, and a little of both of these awesome gentlemen's stories.  Check it out!

@wser
Western States Endurance Run (wser.org)

@ajoneswilkins
iRunFar: Your Trail Running & Ultramarathon Resource
AJW's Taproom Archives – iRunFar
Cycling, Ultrarunning, Triathlon Coaching & Camps | CTS (trainright.com)
Home | Crack a Brew (crackabrewwithajw.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-13042004 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 18:00:00 -0400 5341 1 43 full false Episode 42 - Kim Pasienza and Judie Reynolds PR at Bronze Dragonfly! Episode 42 - Kim Pasienza and Judie Reynolds PR at Bronze Dragonfly! Bronze Dragonfly recap episode with Kim Pasienza, who took 1st place female in the nighttime 12 hour event in her first ultra!!  And Judie Reynolds, who ran the 30 hour event and got her 1st buckle!  Both of these ladies have awesome stories and are incredible humans!  They are shining examples of the awesome ultra-running community.


]]> Bronze Dragonfly recap episode with Kim Pasienza, who took 1st place female in the nighttime 12 hour event in her first ultra!!  And Judie Reynolds, who ran the 30 hour event and got her 1st buckle!  Both of these ladies have awesome stories and are incredible humans!  They are shining examples of the awesome ultra-running community.


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12999711 Wed, 07 Jun 2023 20:00:00 -0400 6498 1 42 full false Episode 41 - Luis Cocco aka The Running Ninja Episode 41 - Luis Cocco aka The Running Ninja Episode 41 features coffee and conversation with Luis Cocco.  He's Race Director for Miami Ultra Runners series.  We cover many topics starting with the Miami 50/50, which my buddy Jim Miller and I will be running next weekend.  Can't wait to tour Miami on foot because I have never been there.  We also discuss the Miami 100/125 and Ride the Wave 50k, as well as the Space Pirate 100 and 33.3.  

We then jump into Luis' race adventures as well as a recap of the Lollipop FKT.  Luis carries his mindful approach from his martial arts background into his running and race directing and this makes for an awesome combination.  I hope you enjoy and I hope you choose to support his races!  

@running.ninja
@miami100ultra
@spacepirate100
@miamiultrarunners

Miami 50/50 - June 10, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

Miami 100 - September 23, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

Space Pirate 100 - February 24, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Running Ninja Events (runningninjamiami.com)

(1) Lollipop 240 | Facebook

]]> Episode 41 features coffee and conversation with Luis Cocco.  He's Race Director for Miami Ultra Runners series.  We cover many topics starting with the Miami 50/50, which my buddy Jim Miller and I will be running next weekend.  Can't wait to tour Miami on foot because I have never been there.  We also discuss the Miami 100/125 and Ride the Wave 50k, as well as the Space Pirate 100 and 33.3.  

We then jump into Luis' race adventures as well as a recap of the Lollipop FKT.  Luis carries his mindful approach from his martial arts background into his running and race directing and this makes for an awesome combination.  I hope you enjoy and I hope you choose to support his races!  

@running.ninja
@miami100ultra
@spacepirate100
@miamiultrarunners

Miami 50/50 - June 10, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

Miami 100 - September 23, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

Space Pirate 100 - February 24, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Running Ninja Events (runningninjamiami.com)

(1) Lollipop 240 | Facebook

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12972644 Sat, 03 Jun 2023 19:00:00 -0400 6848 1 41 full false Episode 40 Patrick Reagan Episode 40 Patrick Reagan Join me for a rare chat with a fellow Georgia resident.  Patrick Reagan as an elite ultra - runner, coach, musician, and just an all around cool dude!  I watched him cruise to a Georgia state 100 mile record at Bronze Dragonfly a few weeks ago and wow!  He made it look effortless.  It was a real joy to hear his story and listen to him share about his PR races including a 12:20ish hundo.  He talks coaching, fueling, and even shares a bit of his passion for music.  There may or may not be a soundbyte borrowed from IG at the end.  wink wink.  Check it out!

@patrickreaganrunning
 Patrick Reagan Running

@hoka
@guenergylabs
@ultraaspire
@drymaxsocks
@compressport
@rudyprojectna
@squirrellsnutbutter
@insidetracker
@perccoffee

]]> Join me for a rare chat with a fellow Georgia resident.  Patrick Reagan as an elite ultra - runner, coach, musician, and just an all around cool dude!  I watched him cruise to a Georgia state 100 mile record at Bronze Dragonfly a few weeks ago and wow!  He made it look effortless.  It was a real joy to hear his story and listen to him share about his PR races including a 12:20ish hundo.  He talks coaching, fueling, and even shares a bit of his passion for music.  There may or may not be a soundbyte borrowed from IG at the end.  wink wink.  Check it out!

@patrickreaganrunning
 Patrick Reagan Running

@hoka
@guenergylabs
@ultraaspire
@drymaxsocks
@compressport
@rudyprojectna
@squirrellsnutbutter
@insidetracker
@perccoffee

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12928728 Fri, 26 May 2023 22:00:00 -0400 3990 full false Episode 39 With Amy, Lulu, and Mark - Crewing Best Practices Episode 39 With Amy, Lulu, and Mark - Crewing Best Practices This one was barrels of fun!  Amy, Lulu, and Mark, had incredible chemistry with the perfect mix of laughs and really good information.  We talk about crewing ultra-runners best (and worst) practices.  Check it out, I think you'll like.  Let me know what you think about this format for future informational episodes.

]]> This one was barrels of fun!  Amy, Lulu, and Mark, had incredible chemistry with the perfect mix of laughs and really good information.  We talk about crewing ultra-runners best (and worst) practices.  Check it out, I think you'll like.  Let me know what you think about this format for future informational episodes.

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12839808 Fri, 12 May 2023 22:00:00 -0400 6030 1 39 full false Episode 38 Mike Alberts Episode 38 Mike Alberts I had the pleasure of chatting in depth with Mike Alberts of South Florida.  He is an avid ultra-runner with many epic accomplishments in just a short period of time.  He loves doing epic scary challenges!  He makes amazing videos of his races and shares them with the world.  He's also committed to shining a light on the importance of mental health by his connection with Bigger Than the Trail.  He's committed to making a difference in the world while doing epic shit.  My kinda guy!

@feetfirstathletics

(418) Feet First Athletics - YouTube

@biggerthanthetrail

Bigger Than the Trail (bttt.run)

]]> I had the pleasure of chatting in depth with Mike Alberts of South Florida.  He is an avid ultra-runner with many epic accomplishments in just a short period of time.  He loves doing epic scary challenges!  He makes amazing videos of his races and shares them with the world.  He's also committed to shining a light on the importance of mental health by his connection with Bigger Than the Trail.  He's committed to making a difference in the world while doing epic shit.  My kinda guy!

@feetfirstathletics

(418) Feet First Athletics - YouTube

@biggerthanthetrail

Bigger Than the Trail (bttt.run)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12803366 Sun, 07 May 2023 22:00:00 -0400 5858 full false Episode 37 - Rough Runners - Run 4 a Reason Episode 37 - Rough Runners - Run 4 a Reason In Episode 37, I chat with Kerry Dulina and Dan Hernandez.  They are co-race directors and owners of Rough Runners - Run 4 a Reason.  They have several races in the Savannah, Georgia area including this coming weekend at Lake Mayer.  It's the Bronze Dragonfly with 3, 6, 12, 24, and 30 hour options around a 1.4 mile certfied track with part asphalt and part rubberized surface.  They put on epic races and with each race they find a way to give back to the community.  They are a shining example of the type of people that our ultra-running community are made up of.  Their passion for helping others is inspiring and infectious to those around them.  Check it out and go check their races out!

 Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 29, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)

Ocho de Mayhem Trail Run - May 13, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> In Episode 37, I chat with Kerry Dulina and Dan Hernandez.  They are co-race directors and owners of Rough Runners - Run 4 a Reason.  They have several races in the Savannah, Georgia area including this coming weekend at Lake Mayer.  It's the Bronze Dragonfly with 3, 6, 12, 24, and 30 hour options around a 1.4 mile certfied track with part asphalt and part rubberized surface.  They put on epic races and with each race they find a way to give back to the community.  They are a shining example of the type of people that our ultra-running community are made up of.  Their passion for helping others is inspiring and infectious to those around them.  Check it out and go check their races out!

 Bronze Dragonfly 30 Hour Ultra - April 29, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

Run 4 a Reason's Rough Runners – Run with your tribe (roughrunnersr4r.com)

Ocho de Mayhem Trail Run - May 13, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12708982 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 22:00:00 -0400 4676 full false Episode 36 - Tonya Olson Episode 36 - Tonya Olson Episode 36 features Tonya Olson.  She is a brilliant physcical therapist as well as an expert on foot care for runners.  Believe it or not, some of us runners are clueless on how to treat issues with our most important tools for our sport, our feet.  Tonya passionately shares some great advice on foot care, some great stories from Western States, as she is the foot care expert at the Michigan Bluffs aid station.  See links below to some very helpful videos and her website.  A couple tidbits of info she gave were:  "no hoof, no horse"  and "no foot, no finish!"  

@tonyakolsondpt

www. centaurphysicaltherapy.com

https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutube.com%2Fplaylist%3Flist%3DPL0i0_sG4R5epOSGU319MNgrgxJb-OpK8n%26fbclid%3DIwAR2gMPuKlhJfzy1Nolau-GcM_jHALxJeSlq27wxnmlRokC1g9c7FM1pqtLs&h=AT22MuAkQKMN0do27cL2ajqyOGVr9b40BC-jKLXfywRpSLSvBpGGZaV0W98BPrSwWVDIJaVAJaw0JINj6oaPxjVR5ArkEwe35I_37Q4LhQAESr-tD08vJz8vhfb0tha1rY4wy-Ca01pN0fEmpIs

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]]> Episode 36 features Tonya Olson.  She is a brilliant physcical therapist as well as an expert on foot care for runners.  Believe it or not, some of us runners are clueless on how to treat issues with our most important tools for our sport, our feet.  Tonya passionately shares some great advice on foot care, some great stories from Western States, as she is the foot care expert at the Michigan Bluffs aid station.  See links below to some very helpful videos and her website.  A couple tidbits of info she gave were:  "no hoof, no horse"  and "no foot, no finish!"  

@tonyakolsondpt

www. centaurphysicaltherapy.com

https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutube.com%2Fplaylist%3Flist%3DPL0i0_sG4R5epOSGU319MNgrgxJb-OpK8n%26fbclid%3DIwAR2gMPuKlhJfzy1Nolau-GcM_jHALxJeSlq27wxnmlRokC1g9c7FM1pqtLs&h=AT22MuAkQKMN0do27cL2ajqyOGVr9b40BC-jKLXfywRpSLSvBpGGZaV0W98BPrSwWVDIJaVAJaw0JINj6oaPxjVR5ArkEwe35I_37Q4LhQAESr-tD08vJz8vhfb0tha1rY4wy-Ca01pN0fEmpIs

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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12698994 Fri, 21 Apr 2023 21:00:00 -0400 5719 1 36 full false Episode 35 Richard Gallegos Episode 35 Richard Gallegos Join me as I chat with Richard Gallegos.  His new book, an autobiography, Recovery Run, just hit the shelves last week is a super inspiring story detailing how he went from 300+ pounds and an IV drug addict/alcoholic to clean and sober, to a badass ultrarunner - finisher of 13 - 100 milers, and a 200 miler, and now a published author.  He was quite a joy to get to know better and I am sure others will be helped by hearing his story.

Richard Gallegos | Facebook

@rgallegos100

 Amazon.com : recovery run richard gallegos

Recovery Run: One Man's Journey from Rock Bottom to Ultra Marathoner by Richard Gallegos, Paperback | Barnes & Noble® (barnesandnoble.com)

Recovery Run : One Man's Journey from Rock Bottom to Ultra Marathoner (Paperback) - Walmart.com

]]> Join me as I chat with Richard Gallegos.  His new book, an autobiography, Recovery Run, just hit the shelves last week is a super inspiring story detailing how he went from 300+ pounds and an IV drug addict/alcoholic to clean and sober, to a badass ultrarunner - finisher of 13 - 100 milers, and a 200 miler, and now a published author.  He was quite a joy to get to know better and I am sure others will be helped by hearing his story.

Richard Gallegos | Facebook

@rgallegos100

 Amazon.com : recovery run richard gallegos

Recovery Run: One Man's Journey from Rock Bottom to Ultra Marathoner by Richard Gallegos, Paperback | Barnes & Noble® (barnesandnoble.com)

Recovery Run : One Man's Journey from Rock Bottom to Ultra Marathoner (Paperback) - Walmart.com

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12610634 Fri, 07 Apr 2023 21:00:00 -0400 4562 1 35 full false Episode 34 - 2 Time Barkleys finisher John Kelly Episode 34 - 2 Time Barkleys finisher John Kelly John Kelly is one of only three people in the world that have finished Barkley more than once.  He was 2nd place finisher this year and less than 20 minutes behind Aurelien Sanchez.  He's a super smart guy and shares some of his experiences of the epic race.  I hope you enjoy.  Show him and his sponsors some love for coming on the show.

@randomforestrunner
@lasportivana
@ultimatedirectionusa


]]> John Kelly is one of only three people in the world that have finished Barkley more than once.  He was 2nd place finisher this year and less than 20 minutes behind Aurelien Sanchez.  He's a super smart guy and shares some of his experiences of the epic race.  I hope you enjoy.  Show him and his sponsors some love for coming on the show.

@randomforestrunner
@lasportivana
@ultimatedirectionusa


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12582865 Mon, 03 Apr 2023 21:00:00 -0400 2981 1 34 full false Episode 33 Dean Karnazes Episode 33 Dean Karnazes Episode 33 features my chat with a major influence in my ultra-running life and thousands of others, Dean Karnazes.  He chats about some of his epic races and running experiences, his best-selling books, and his new Greek Running tour.  I think you will like it.

@ultramarathon
Greek Running Tours – Discover running routes in Greece by Dean Karnazes
@hammernutrition
@runspeedland

My friends Sean and Deanna at @runbumraces are looking for a few good humans to volunteer to work aid stations next weekend, 3/25 at the epic Georgia Death Race.   They hook the volunteers up with race credits and RunBum has some kick ass races to choose from.  Click link below to check it out.

Run Bum - Georgia Death Race (ivolunteer.com)

Last but not least, don't forget about River to Sea registration opening on 3/20.

River to Sea 12/6 Hour Trail Race - August 5, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Episode 33 features my chat with a major influence in my ultra-running life and thousands of others, Dean Karnazes.  He chats about some of his epic races and running experiences, his best-selling books, and his new Greek Running tour.  I think you will like it.

@ultramarathon
Greek Running Tours – Discover running routes in Greece by Dean Karnazes
@hammernutrition
@runspeedland

My friends Sean and Deanna at @runbumraces are looking for a few good humans to volunteer to work aid stations next weekend, 3/25 at the epic Georgia Death Race.   They hook the volunteers up with race credits and RunBum has some kick ass races to choose from.  Click link below to check it out.

Run Bum - Georgia Death Race (ivolunteer.com)

Last but not least, don't forget about River to Sea registration opening on 3/20.

River to Sea 12/6 Hour Trail Race - August 5, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12451459 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 22:00:00 -0400 4127 1 33 full false Episode 32 Ivi Stangle Episode 32 Ivi Stangle Episode 32 features super-passionate nutrition coach/mom/ultra-runner/OCR badass/etc. Ivi Stangle.  She talks about all things nutrition, from a healthy day to day diet for those that are looking to get the most out of their bodies as well as in-race and post-race fueling.  She also gives a great recap of her first 50 miler that she crushed and got 5th overall female.  It was at Forgotten Florida.  Ivi and her husband Chris operate RunFluent which offers coaching services for running, strength training, and nutrition.  They have also just recently started directing some races in Florida and Ohio.  Check out the links below.

@malivia_stangle
@runfluent_fulwise
RunFluent/ Fūlwise | Facebook

The Big Deal at Great Seal | Facebook
YOTĒ 50k 25k | Facebook

Forgotten Florida - February 4 - 5, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Episode 32 features super-passionate nutrition coach/mom/ultra-runner/OCR badass/etc. Ivi Stangle.  She talks about all things nutrition, from a healthy day to day diet for those that are looking to get the most out of their bodies as well as in-race and post-race fueling.  She also gives a great recap of her first 50 miler that she crushed and got 5th overall female.  It was at Forgotten Florida.  Ivi and her husband Chris operate RunFluent which offers coaching services for running, strength training, and nutrition.  They have also just recently started directing some races in Florida and Ohio.  Check out the links below.

@malivia_stangle
@runfluent_fulwise
RunFluent/ Fūlwise | Facebook

The Big Deal at Great Seal | Facebook
YOTĒ 50k 25k | Facebook

Forgotten Florida - February 4 - 5, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12404625 Wed, 08 Mar 2023 21:00:00 -0500 3567 1 32 full false Episode 31 Deanna Doane Episode 31 Deanna Doane Episode 31 features incredible human, badass ultra runner, and top-notch vegan chef, Deanna Doane.  She was such a pleasure to talk to!  Her positive energy on all subjects discussed was absolutely infectious!  I think you will love it.  Show her some love on social media and buy some of her yummy food!

@wandering.sunflower 
@sweetdsjax

]]> Episode 31 features incredible human, badass ultra runner, and top-notch vegan chef, Deanna Doane.  She was such a pleasure to talk to!  Her positive energy on all subjects discussed was absolutely infectious!  I think you will love it.  Show her some love on social media and buy some of her yummy food!

@wandering.sunflower 
@sweetdsjax

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12330678 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0500 4755 1 31 full false Episode 29 Caryn Lubetsky Episode 29 Caryn Lubetsky In this episode I chat with Caryn Lubetsky.  She is a gifted runner with several wins under her belt.  3 time Badwater 135 finisher, holder of 3 world records with her friend Carrie in tow, mother of 3, and all around good human that is dedicated to make a positive difference in the world.

@carynlubetsky
www.thechildhoodcancerproject.org

I also talk to Luis Cocco and Tuan Nguyen, race directors for the Space Pirate 100 about this new point to point race on the east coast of Florida from Cape Canaveral to Jensen Beach.

spacepirate100.com
Space Pirate 100 - February 25, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> In this episode I chat with Caryn Lubetsky.  She is a gifted runner with several wins under her belt.  3 time Badwater 135 finisher, holder of 3 world records with her friend Carrie in tow, mother of 3, and all around good human that is dedicated to make a positive difference in the world.

@carynlubetsky
www.thechildhoodcancerproject.org

I also talk to Luis Cocco and Tuan Nguyen, race directors for the Space Pirate 100 about this new point to point race on the east coast of Florida from Cape Canaveral to Jensen Beach.

spacepirate100.com
Space Pirate 100 - February 25, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12190893 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 22:00:00 -0500 5696 1 29 full false Episode 28 - Kalo Axsom - Winner 2023 Long Haul 100 Episode 28 - Kalo Axsom - Winner 2023 Long Haul 100 In episode 28, I chat with this year's winner of the Long Haul 100.  He's come a long way since his first half marathon which was not that long ago.  He also bested his previous 100 mile PR by 7ish hours.  And most of us would love to have his previous PR!!  Kalo Axsom is a great viking name, and not too bad for an ultra-runner as well. 

I also share my experience as a spectator at Long Haul and there's a short promo for the inaugural Space Pirate 100 coming up at the end of the month.

@kaloaxe
@a1ultraevents
@longhaul100
Long Haul 100 - January 13, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Space Pirate 100 - February 25, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> In episode 28, I chat with this year's winner of the Long Haul 100.  He's come a long way since his first half marathon which was not that long ago.  He also bested his previous 100 mile PR by 7ish hours.  And most of us would love to have his previous PR!!  Kalo Axsom is a great viking name, and not too bad for an ultra-runner as well. 

I also share my experience as a spectator at Long Haul and there's a short promo for the inaugural Space Pirate 100 coming up at the end of the month.

@kaloaxe
@a1ultraevents
@longhaul100
Long Haul 100 - January 13, 2024 (ultrasignup.com)

Space Pirate 100 - February 25, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12180427 Fri, 03 Feb 2023 21:00:00 -0500 4576 1 28 full false Miles With Marty Episode 27 - Billy Roosa Miles With Marty Episode 27 - Billy Roosa Episode 27 was a blast chatting with 2 - time 100 miler finisher, Billy Roosa from Austin, Texas.   I met Billy at the Daytona 100 back in December and he and I just connected because we both share a passion for doing epic shit.  He is a funny guy, a committed individual with big goals, and I can't wait to follow his journey as he continues to chase his dreams.  Follow him on IG 
@kanga_woosa

I also give a brief recap of my Daytona 100 experience.  My first of many 100's........ I hope.  

]]> Episode 27 was a blast chatting with 2 - time 100 miler finisher, Billy Roosa from Austin, Texas.   I met Billy at the Daytona 100 back in December and he and I just connected because we both share a passion for doing epic shit.  He is a funny guy, a committed individual with big goals, and I can't wait to follow his journey as he continues to chase his dreams.  Follow him on IG 
@kanga_woosa

I also give a brief recap of my Daytona 100 experience.  My first of many 100's........ I hope.  

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12113914 Tue, 24 Jan 2023 21:00:00 -0500 5770 1 27 full false Episode 26 - Susan Donnelly Episode 26 - Susan Donnelly I hope you enjoy my chat with the amazing Susan Donnelly!  She is a badass ultra-runner, mindset/life coach, and all around super cool lady!  She has way over 100 - 100 miler finishes, great stories and advice.  I also give a quick recap of 2022 for me and the podcast.

@susanidonnelly

(1) Susan Donnelly | Facebook

Susan Donnelly (susanidonnelly.com)

]]> I hope you enjoy my chat with the amazing Susan Donnelly!  She is a badass ultra-runner, mindset/life coach, and all around super cool lady!  She has way over 100 - 100 miler finishes, great stories and advice.  I also give a quick recap of 2022 for me and the podcast.

@susanidonnelly

(1) Susan Donnelly | Facebook

Susan Donnelly (susanidonnelly.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-12027438 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 21:00:00 -0500 5500 1 26 full false Episode 25 - Andy "Croom" Matthews Episode 25 - Andy "Croom" Matthews In this episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with Andy "Croom" Matthews.  He is an accomplished ultra-runner with over 40  - 100 miler finishes.  He's also a highly respected race director in the ultra-running community.  I originally reached out to Andy to discuss Daytona 100, but he had so many more stories to tell, I just let him go.  It was a real pleasure to hear from him.  His races usually sell out, but check out links below to be one of the cool kids.

@a1ultraevents
a1ultraevents@gmail.com
A1 Ultra Events | Facebook

]]> In this episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with Andy "Croom" Matthews.  He is an accomplished ultra-runner with over 40  - 100 miler finishes.  He's also a highly respected race director in the ultra-running community.  I originally reached out to Andy to discuss Daytona 100, but he had so many more stories to tell, I just let him go.  It was a real pleasure to hear from him.  His races usually sell out, but check out links below to be one of the cool kids.

@a1ultraevents
a1ultraevents@gmail.com
A1 Ultra Events | Facebook

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11939691 Tue, 27 Dec 2022 21:00:00 -0500 3163 1 25 full false Episode 24 Theresa Nielsen 2022 Triple Crown winner Episode 24 Theresa Nielsen 2022 Triple Crown winner Super inspiring interview with total badass, and fellow Squirrel, Theresa Nielsen.  She is the overall female winner of the 2022 Triple Crown of 200's put on by Candace Burt (who's a total badass in her own right) and Destination Trail Races.  Theresa shares her story of what got her to the start line of these 3 epic races among some others and really exhibits the passion and fearlessness of an ultra-runner.  I already had 200's on my bucket list, but next year, (meaning 2024 actually because 2023 is already locked up) I am doing it.   I hope you enjoy!

@rxtrails
#snbadventureteam2023
@squirrelsnutbutter
@destinationtrailraces
@runcandicerun

Ancient Oaks 100-Mile Endurance Run, 12/17/2022-12/18/2022 : : my.race|result (raceresult.com)

Space Pirate 100
Space Pirate 100 - February 25, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Super inspiring interview with total badass, and fellow Squirrel, Theresa Nielsen.  She is the overall female winner of the 2022 Triple Crown of 200's put on by Candace Burt (who's a total badass in her own right) and Destination Trail Races.  Theresa shares her story of what got her to the start line of these 3 epic races among some others and really exhibits the passion and fearlessness of an ultra-runner.  I already had 200's on my bucket list, but next year, (meaning 2024 actually because 2023 is already locked up) I am doing it.   I hope you enjoy!

@rxtrails
#snbadventureteam2023
@squirrelsnutbutter
@destinationtrailraces
@runcandicerun

Ancient Oaks 100-Mile Endurance Run, 12/17/2022-12/18/2022 : : my.race|result (raceresult.com)

Space Pirate 100
Space Pirate 100 - February 25, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11893116 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0500 4473 1 24 full false Jim Miller Jim Miller Episode 23 features my interview with Jim Miller of Orlando, Florida.  Jim has run over 200 marathons in all 50 states and 3 continents.  At 70 years young, he is fairly new to ultra-running but is making up for lost time.  In just over 2 years he has progressed from 50k to his most recent ultra, The Daytona 100 where he placed 1st in his age group and kicked my butt by more than 30 minutes.  He is an even better citizen, giving over 200 hours of community service this year.  Enjoy! 

]]> Episode 23 features my interview with Jim Miller of Orlando, Florida.  Jim has run over 200 marathons in all 50 states and 3 continents.  At 70 years young, he is fairly new to ultra-running but is making up for lost time.  In just over 2 years he has progressed from 50k to his most recent ultra, The Daytona 100 where he placed 1st in his age group and kicked my butt by more than 30 minutes.  He is an even better citizen, giving over 200 hours of community service this year.  Enjoy! 

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11868045 Tue, 13 Dec 2022 19:00:00 -0500 4001 1 23 full false Jack's 50K/Becoming Ultra Season 12 part 3 Jack's 50K/Becoming Ultra Season 12 part 3 I wrap up my 3-part series recapping Jack's Trail Race with RD Dawn Lisenby, Becoming Ultra founder and head coach Scott Jones, and season 12 participants Jason Hube and David Furber.  Inspiring people with epic stories!  

@runnaturalcoach
Jacks50k.com

@athleteonfire
@becomingultraproject
Season 13 applications open thru 12/31.
www.becomingultra.com
Coaching. Run camps.

]]> I wrap up my 3-part series recapping Jack's Trail Race with RD Dawn Lisenby, Becoming Ultra founder and head coach Scott Jones, and season 12 participants Jason Hube and David Furber.  Inspiring people with epic stories!  

@runnaturalcoach
Jacks50k.com

@athleteonfire
@becomingultraproject
Season 13 applications open thru 12/31.
www.becomingultra.com
Coaching. Run camps.

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11861376 Mon, 12 Dec 2022 20:00:00 -0500 9605 1 22 full false Episode 21 Michael Wardian Episode 21 Michael Wardian Episode 21 features my conversation with professional runner, Michael Wardian.  I met him in New York City at the marathon expo.  Just happened upon him at the Coros booth.  He was preparing to guide a visually impaired athlete to a marathon finish.  Mike shares stories from many of his epic adventures and races, including his transcontinental run earlier this year.  He discusses his passion for helping others achieve their goals and pickleball.  Come along for a great conversation about running and life!

@mikewardian
@worldvisionusa
@achilles_international
Achilles International
Clean Water | World Vision


]]> Episode 21 features my conversation with professional runner, Michael Wardian.  I met him in New York City at the marathon expo.  Just happened upon him at the Coros booth.  He was preparing to guide a visually impaired athlete to a marathon finish.  Mike shares stories from many of his epic adventures and races, including his transcontinental run earlier this year.  He discusses his passion for helping others achieve their goals and pickleball.  Come along for a great conversation about running and life!

@mikewardian
@worldvisionusa
@achilles_international
Achilles International
Clean Water | World Vision


]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11769948 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 21:00:00 -0500 3569 1 21 full false Episode 20 - Becoming Ultra crew Part 2 Episode 20 - Becoming Ultra crew Part 2 Episode 20 is part 2 of a 3-part series recapping the Becoming Ultra experience at Jack's Trail Race 50k down in Palm Coast, Florida.  Three more new members of the ultra-running community share their stories and their race experience.  Cale and Meghan Pearson from Redmond, Oregon and Dayna Debacker from San Antonio, Texas.  

@becomingultraproject
@runnaturalcoach
@athleteonfire

]]> Episode 20 is part 2 of a 3-part series recapping the Becoming Ultra experience at Jack's Trail Race 50k down in Palm Coast, Florida.  Three more new members of the ultra-running community share their stories and their race experience.  Cale and Meghan Pearson from Redmond, Oregon and Dayna Debacker from San Antonio, Texas.  

@becomingultraproject
@runnaturalcoach
@athleteonfire

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11768015 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0500 5445 1 20 full false Episode 19 - Becoming Ultra gang part 1 Episode 19 - Becoming Ultra gang part 1 This episode is the 1st of at least 2 - Jack's 50K trail race recaps and discussion with 3 -1st time ultra-finishers that ran Jack's as part of the Becoming Ultra Project.  Natalie, Katie, and Nick, all have very interesting stories. 

IG - @becomingultraproject

Races (eastcoasttrailracing.com)



]]> This episode is the 1st of at least 2 - Jack's 50K trail race recaps and discussion with 3 -1st time ultra-finishers that ran Jack's as part of the Becoming Ultra Project.  Natalie, Katie, and Nick, all have very interesting stories. 

IG - @becomingultraproject

Races (eastcoasttrailracing.com)



]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11728083 Sat, 19 Nov 2022 21:00:00 -0500 7408 1 19 full false Episode 18 - Amy Carlos Columbo Episode 18 - Amy Carlos Columbo Episode 18 features my chat with fellow friend in recovery and runner, Amy Carlos Columbo.  Right about the time this episode publishes, she will be starting her 53rd marathon as she seeks to complete 53 marathons in 53 consecutive weeks to celebrate her 40th birthday, to show her gratitude for the life she's been blessed with and to raise funds and awareness for the Herren Project.  Amy is truly a special human being!  I think you will find her worth a listen.  Please show her fundraiser support by clicking the link below.

HERREN PROJECT - Amy Colombo runs the Gratitude marathons (networkforgood.com)

]]> Episode 18 features my chat with fellow friend in recovery and runner, Amy Carlos Columbo.  Right about the time this episode publishes, she will be starting her 53rd marathon as she seeks to complete 53 marathons in 53 consecutive weeks to celebrate her 40th birthday, to show her gratitude for the life she's been blessed with and to raise funds and awareness for the Herren Project.  Amy is truly a special human being!  I think you will find her worth a listen.  Please show her fundraiser support by clicking the link below.

HERREN PROJECT - Amy Colombo runs the Gratitude marathons (networkforgood.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11634098 Fri, 04 Nov 2022 23:00:00 -0400 3466 1 18 full false Episode 17 - Blue Ridge Ultra recap with Alex Dedels, Kara Moore, and Cait Patterson Episode 17 - Blue Ridge Ultra recap with Alex Dedels, Kara Moore, and Cait Patterson Part 2 of the Blue Ridge Ultra recap episode features female winner and course record holder, Kara Moore and 2nd place male, Alex Dedels.  They both are 1st time ultra-runners that have great stories and potential to make some noise in our sport with their passion for running and ability going for them.   Also, Cait Patterson, whom I met at aid station 2 during the race, was a volunteer in between her own races.  She shares her story, discusses yoga for runners, training, balancing the responsibilities of parenting young children with your training and life.  She's gonna help lots of people reach goals by doing things the right way!

Follow these awesome people!

@karacmoore
@alexanderdedels 
@bendy.cait.runs
@argeorgia

Endurance Hunter 100 - April 1, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

Fort Yargo Ultra - May 20, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Part 2 of the Blue Ridge Ultra recap episode features female winner and course record holder, Kara Moore and 2nd place male, Alex Dedels.  They both are 1st time ultra-runners that have great stories and potential to make some noise in our sport with their passion for running and ability going for them.   Also, Cait Patterson, whom I met at aid station 2 during the race, was a volunteer in between her own races.  She shares her story, discusses yoga for runners, training, balancing the responsibilities of parenting young children with your training and life.  She's gonna help lots of people reach goals by doing things the right way!

Follow these awesome people!

@karacmoore
@alexanderdedels 
@bendy.cait.runs
@argeorgia

Endurance Hunter 100 - April 1, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

Fort Yargo Ultra - May 20, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11613511 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 21:00:00 -0400 6429 1 17 full false Episode 16 - Blue Ridge Ultra Recap with Coree Woltering and Kelli Littleton Episode 16 - Blue Ridge Ultra Recap with Coree Woltering and Kelli Littleton First of a 2-part series recapping the Blue Ridge Ultra, put on by ARGeorgia.  Blue Ridge Ultra offers a 50k, 30k, and a 15k in the beautiful Chattahoochee National Forest in North Georgia.  It is scenic, challenging, and well organized.  This was the site of my first ultra-just 2 years ago and you can tell by this podcast it has impacted my life greatly.  In this episode, I speak to Kelli Littleton, 2nd place female, and Coree Woltering, 1st place male and overall champ.  They both are incredible athletes, great interviews and amazing humans.  I think you will enjoy.  

@argeorgia
@kellibrae
@coreewoltering   -  Taking on clients for coaching services

]]> First of a 2-part series recapping the Blue Ridge Ultra, put on by ARGeorgia.  Blue Ridge Ultra offers a 50k, 30k, and a 15k in the beautiful Chattahoochee National Forest in North Georgia.  It is scenic, challenging, and well organized.  This was the site of my first ultra-just 2 years ago and you can tell by this podcast it has impacted my life greatly.  In this episode, I speak to Kelli Littleton, 2nd place female, and Coree Woltering, 1st place male and overall champ.  They both are incredible athletes, great interviews and amazing humans.  I think you will enjoy.  

@argeorgia
@kellibrae
@coreewoltering   -  Taking on clients for coaching services

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11592804 Sat, 29 Oct 2022 20:00:00 -0400 4632 full false Episode 15 - Javelina part 2 with Jamil Coury and Mike Melton Episode 15 - Javelina part 2 with Jamil Coury and Mike Melton This is part two of the Javelina Jundred preview!  I have the pleasure of chatting with two really awesome dudes!  First, Jamil Coury joins to discuss the history of Aravaipa Running, taking over Javelina in 2008 and evolving into a huge player in the ultra-running community.   He discusses all things Javelina, some of his favorite races, and gives a few tips on moving up to the 200's for those interested.  Mike Melton joins after that and discusses his history at Javelina and other Aravaipa races, and then just starts freestyling cool stories from his times running, directing, and timing races.  These guys make for great ear candy to people like me!  

MCM Timing and Resulsts  

my.raceresult.com

@jamilcoury
@aravaiparunning
@javelinajundred

aravaiparunning.com

]]> This is part two of the Javelina Jundred preview!  I have the pleasure of chatting with two really awesome dudes!  First, Jamil Coury joins to discuss the history of Aravaipa Running, taking over Javelina in 2008 and evolving into a huge player in the ultra-running community.   He discusses all things Javelina, some of his favorite races, and gives a few tips on moving up to the 200's for those interested.  Mike Melton joins after that and discusses his history at Javelina and other Aravaipa races, and then just starts freestyling cool stories from his times running, directing, and timing races.  These guys make for great ear candy to people like me!  

MCM Timing and Resulsts  

my.raceresult.com

@jamilcoury
@aravaiparunning
@javelinajundred

aravaiparunning.com

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11540104 Thu, 20 Oct 2022 21:00:00 -0400 4730 1 15 full false Episode 14 - Javelina Part 1 with Robin McDearmon and Willem Pennings Episode 14 - Javelina Part 1 with Robin McDearmon and Willem Pennings This is part 1 of a two-part Javelina Jundred preview series.  In this part, Matthew Hoadley, a fellow east coaster, talks about his upcoming race the Womp Romp at Wompatuck State Park south of Boston and then shares his experience as a crew and pacer at Javelina last year.  Then special guests from the West Coast, Willem Pennings, and Robin McDearmon share their passion for the Javelina community and the race itself.  If it's not already on your radar, I bet it will be after hearing these guys talk.  In the next episode, Mike Melton shares his experience as a timer and a runner with this awesome community.  He shares the history of Javelina and tons of stories from the many races Mike has either run, timed, directed, etc. 

 Womp Romp - October 22, 2022 (ultrasignup.com)
Womp Romp Trail Race | Facebook

@ultraposer
@robmcd_13
@socalrobtechrep

@javelinajundred
@aravaiparunning
Javelina Jundred - October 29, 2022 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> This is part 1 of a two-part Javelina Jundred preview series.  In this part, Matthew Hoadley, a fellow east coaster, talks about his upcoming race the Womp Romp at Wompatuck State Park south of Boston and then shares his experience as a crew and pacer at Javelina last year.  Then special guests from the West Coast, Willem Pennings, and Robin McDearmon share their passion for the Javelina community and the race itself.  If it's not already on your radar, I bet it will be after hearing these guys talk.  In the next episode, Mike Melton shares his experience as a timer and a runner with this awesome community.  He shares the history of Javelina and tons of stories from the many races Mike has either run, timed, directed, etc. 

 Womp Romp - October 22, 2022 (ultrasignup.com)
Womp Romp Trail Race | Facebook

@ultraposer
@robmcd_13
@socalrobtechrep

@javelinajundred
@aravaiparunning
Javelina Jundred - October 29, 2022 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11511389 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 21:00:00 -0400 4886 1 14 full false Episode 13 - Chris Twiggs Episode 13 - Chris Twiggs Chris Twiggs, chief training officer for Galloway run-walk-run training, as well as an accomplished marathoner and ultra-marathoner.  He coaches hundreds to use the run-walk-run method and freely shares his knowledge and experience with us about using the method effectively in ultras.  He also discusses his love for Hardrock 100.  He is the only Floridian with 16 finishes.  Chris's knowledge, experience, and passion for our sport make for a great interview.  I am so lucky to get to meet all these incredible humans!

IG
@christwiggs
chris@jeffgalloway.com
www.jeffgalloway.com

Sandridge 7 hour ultra
Sandridge 7 Hour Ultra - January 1, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Chris Twiggs, chief training officer for Galloway run-walk-run training, as well as an accomplished marathoner and ultra-marathoner.  He coaches hundreds to use the run-walk-run method and freely shares his knowledge and experience with us about using the method effectively in ultras.  He also discusses his love for Hardrock 100.  He is the only Floridian with 16 finishes.  Chris's knowledge, experience, and passion for our sport make for a great interview.  I am so lucky to get to meet all these incredible humans!

IG
@christwiggs
chris@jeffgalloway.com
www.jeffgalloway.com

Sandridge 7 hour ultra
Sandridge 7 Hour Ultra - January 1, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11453681 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 20:00:00 -0400 3571 1 13 full false Episode 12 Sufferfest recap with Laura Bradley, Jamie Saunders, Mike Martinez, and Scott Knapp Episode 12 Sufferfest recap with Laura Bradley, Jamie Saunders, Mike Martinez, and Scott Knapp This is a long one, with several awesome humans! Section 4 September Sufferfest Recap and special guest Laura Bradley, of Go! Running Tours Florida.  She shares her experience at Sufferfest, then a little of her personal running journey as well as her awesome job of conducting running tours all over Tampa/St. Pete area.  Then Jamie Saunders, 2nd place overall at the Sufferfest 50k, recaps her race and shares her running story.  1st place male in the 50k, Scott Knapp shares his race experience and running story.  Last but not least, RD Mike Martinez discusses recovery month, Runners4Recovery, and his Sufferfest recap. 
IG
@laurakbradley
@floridarunningtours
RUNNING TOURS IN TAMPA - GO! RUNNING TOURS (gorunningtours.com)

This ain't yo Momma's 50k & Trail Marathon - January 29, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

Runners4Recovery | Because We Do Recover (runners4recoveryjax.org)

]]> This is a long one, with several awesome humans! Section 4 September Sufferfest Recap and special guest Laura Bradley, of Go! Running Tours Florida.  She shares her experience at Sufferfest, then a little of her personal running journey as well as her awesome job of conducting running tours all over Tampa/St. Pete area.  Then Jamie Saunders, 2nd place overall at the Sufferfest 50k, recaps her race and shares her running story.  1st place male in the 50k, Scott Knapp shares his race experience and running story.  Last but not least, RD Mike Martinez discusses recovery month, Runners4Recovery, and his Sufferfest recap. 
IG
@laurakbradley
@floridarunningtours
RUNNING TOURS IN TAMPA - GO! RUNNING TOURS (gorunningtours.com)

This ain't yo Momma's 50k & Trail Marathon - January 29, 2023 (ultrasignup.com)

Runners4Recovery | Because We Do Recover (runners4recoveryjax.org)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11417356 Fri, 30 Sep 2022 22:00:00 -0400 7315 1 12 full false Episode 11 - Dedicated to Eliza Fletcher with Ron Eaglin Episode 11 - Dedicated to Eliza Fletcher with Ron Eaglin Episode 11 features 2 awesome guests.  First, fellow ultra-runner, adventure racer, and college professor of all things engineering, Ron Eaglin talks about his project to create software and eventual application to help with runner safety.  In light of the recent kidnapping and murder of Eliza Fletcher, Ron was inspired to make this his class project this year, so he and a team of intelligent engineering students will be working on a program to make existing applications like Strava, Garmin Connect, etc. more effective in making our fellow runners  safer on their early morning and night time runs. 

Also, ultra-runner, coach, and writer, Henry Howard shares a bit of his running story, talks about his online ultra-running newsletter/blog, Runspirited, and answers a listener's training question.

Links mentioned in the show:
(2) Ron Eaglin | Facebook
(2) Runspirited | Facebook
Ultra Running | Runspirited

Self defense seminar
Facebook

Florida Trail Runners Podcast Episode 56
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]]> Episode 11 features 2 awesome guests.  First, fellow ultra-runner, adventure racer, and college professor of all things engineering, Ron Eaglin talks about his project to create software and eventual application to help with runner safety.  In light of the recent kidnapping and murder of Eliza Fletcher, Ron was inspired to make this his class project this year, so he and a team of intelligent engineering students will be working on a program to make existing applications like Strava, Garmin Connect, etc. more effective in making our fellow runners  safer on their early morning and night time runs. 

Also, ultra-runner, coach, and writer, Henry Howard shares a bit of his running story, talks about his online ultra-running newsletter/blog, Runspirited, and answers a listener's training question.

Links mentioned in the show:
(2) Ron Eaglin | Facebook
(2) Runspirited | Facebook
Ultra Running | Runspirited

Self defense seminar
Facebook

Florida Trail Runners Podcast Episode 56
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]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11339342 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0400 5132 1 11 full false Episode 10 - Elevated Running and Pacing Episode 10 - Elevated Running and Pacing This episode is dedicated to Eliza Fletcher and her loved ones.  Episode 10 brings to you Kimmie Lynn Blaich and Emmy Burch of Elevated Running and Pacing.  They are super passionate, energetic runners, coaches, and pacers and it is obvious from the first sentence!  They are raising the bar in the pacing industry for races of many distances.  Find out about their awesome company, and you might feel the need to enlist their help in achieving your running goals or if you're an RD, in helping you're runners achieve goals and grow your race's popularity.

Facebook - Elevated Running and Pacing
IG - @elevatedrunningandpacing
website - elevatedrunningandpacing.com

]]> This episode is dedicated to Eliza Fletcher and her loved ones.  Episode 10 brings to you Kimmie Lynn Blaich and Emmy Burch of Elevated Running and Pacing.  They are super passionate, energetic runners, coaches, and pacers and it is obvious from the first sentence!  They are raising the bar in the pacing industry for races of many distances.  Find out about their awesome company, and you might feel the need to enlist their help in achieving your running goals or if you're an RD, in helping you're runners achieve goals and grow your race's popularity.

Facebook - Elevated Running and Pacing
IG - @elevatedrunningandpacing
website - elevatedrunningandpacing.com

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11287278 Thu, 08 Sep 2022 22:00:00 -0400 2544 1 10 full false Episode 9 - Bob Becker Episode 9 - Bob Becker Check out this inspirational story of fighting through adversity for 40+ miles of a 135 mile race!  Bob Becker, beloved race director, veteran ultra-runner and all around cool guy, shares his story and recaps his incredible experience at Badwater 135 in July.  You will not want to miss this one!!

mileswithmarty.com
@mileswithmartypodcast

]]> Check out this inspirational story of fighting through adversity for 40+ miles of a 135 mile race!  Bob Becker, beloved race director, veteran ultra-runner and all around cool guy, shares his story and recaps his incredible experience at Badwater 135 in July.  You will not want to miss this one!!

mileswithmarty.com
@mileswithmartypodcast

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11240582 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 22:00:00 -0400 3828 1 9 full false Episode 8 - River to Sea recap with Special K, Jason Harnum, Maria Urso, Laura Walker, and Jeremi McGee Episode 8 - River to Sea recap with Special K, Jason Harnum, Maria Urso, Laura Walker, and Jeremi McGee Finally!  The River to Sea 6/12 hour Race Recap episode is here.  Special guests Katrina Pelican, Katy Pierce Cook, Jason Harnum, Maria Urso, Laura Walker, and Jeremi McGee share their experiences at River to Sea and give a little bit of their stories.  This race is the epitome of running community love.  Some people consider short loop races boring or crazy, but there are some upsides.  You get to see your people more often! 

McGee's Miles
McGee's Miles - In recovery we don't just survive, we thrive. (mcgeesmiles.org)

Races (eastcoasttrailracing.com)

]]> Finally!  The River to Sea 6/12 hour Race Recap episode is here.  Special guests Katrina Pelican, Katy Pierce Cook, Jason Harnum, Maria Urso, Laura Walker, and Jeremi McGee share their experiences at River to Sea and give a little bit of their stories.  This race is the epitome of running community love.  Some people consider short loop races boring or crazy, but there are some upsides.  You get to see your people more often! 

McGee's Miles
McGee's Miles - In recovery we don't just survive, we thrive. (mcgeesmiles.org)

Races (eastcoasttrailracing.com)

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11214868 Sat, 27 Aug 2022 22:00:00 -0400 5527 1 8 full false Episode 7 - Luis Cocco Episode 7 - Luis Cocco Luis Cocco, the Running Ninja joins me to discuss his upcoming Miami 100 ultra, 125 Mile Challenge, and the Ride the Wave 50k.  We get carried away and end up discussing many subjects including his Badwater 135 crewing/spectating experience, winning a 100 miler the day after he returns from Death Valley, a podium finish at the tough Trident Ridge to Nowhere 2 weeks later, and all things ultra-running including discussion about his June race, the Miami 50/50.   You won't want to miss this one!  There may or may not have been a tear shed by me.  

@running.ninja
www.runningninjamiami.com

]]> Luis Cocco, the Running Ninja joins me to discuss his upcoming Miami 100 ultra, 125 Mile Challenge, and the Ride the Wave 50k.  We get carried away and end up discussing many subjects including his Badwater 135 crewing/spectating experience, winning a 100 miler the day after he returns from Death Valley, a podium finish at the tough Trident Ridge to Nowhere 2 weeks later, and all things ultra-running including discussion about his June race, the Miami 50/50.   You won't want to miss this one!  There may or may not have been a tear shed by me.  

@running.ninja
www.runningninjamiami.com

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11182957 Mon, 22 Aug 2022 21:00:00 -0400 3392 1 7 full false Episode 6 - Michael McKnight and Ben Light AZT FKT Challenge Episode 6 - Michael McKnight and Ben Light AZT FKT Challenge This episode features world class ultra-runners Ben Light and McKnight.  They discuss their journeys as endurance athletes and the some of the crazy running challenges they cook up as running buddies.  Next up for them is an FKT challenge on the Arizona Trail (800 miles and 100,000' + elevation gain).  They have some really cool things they are doing to spice things up including helping out a couple really awesome non-profits.  Listen for all the other details!  They both are coaches, so they also share awesome tips. 

website for the challenge:  www.GreatWesternAdventures.com
@adventure.your.potential
(1967) Ben Light - YouTube

@thelowcarbrunner
lowcarb-runner.com

https://youtu.be/5EwWYa74__o

Bigger Than the Trail - www.bttt.run
RODS Heroes - rods.org

]]> This episode features world class ultra-runners Ben Light and McKnight.  They discuss their journeys as endurance athletes and the some of the crazy running challenges they cook up as running buddies.  Next up for them is an FKT challenge on the Arizona Trail (800 miles and 100,000' + elevation gain).  They have some really cool things they are doing to spice things up including helping out a couple really awesome non-profits.  Listen for all the other details!  They both are coaches, so they also share awesome tips. 

website for the challenge:  www.GreatWesternAdventures.com
@adventure.your.potential
(1967) Ben Light - YouTube

@thelowcarbrunner
lowcarb-runner.com

https://youtu.be/5EwWYa74__o

Bigger Than the Trail - www.bttt.run
RODS Heroes - rods.org

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11133189 Sat, 13 Aug 2022 21:00:00 -0400 3899 1 6 full false Episode 5 - Michael Reynolds - 116 marathons - 22 countries Episode 5 - Michael Reynolds - 116 marathons - 22 countries Coaches corner interview with Chris Stangle of RunFluent.   Their services include coaching for all types of running and OCR, strength training guidance, nutrition coaching as well as gait analysis.  He discusses selecting the right coach, being coachable, and trusting the process.   

Michael Reynolds of Jacksonville, Florida discusses his running journey from a couch to 5k, losing 130 pounds and becoming a prolific marathoner.  He discusses many of his 116 marathons in 46 states and 22 countries.  He has BQ'd 5 times and won many AG awards.

www.dontjustrun.com
RunFluent on FB and IG
runfluentcoach@gmail.com

]]> Coaches corner interview with Chris Stangle of RunFluent.   Their services include coaching for all types of running and OCR, strength training guidance, nutrition coaching as well as gait analysis.  He discusses selecting the right coach, being coachable, and trusting the process.   

Michael Reynolds of Jacksonville, Florida discusses his running journey from a couch to 5k, losing 130 pounds and becoming a prolific marathoner.  He discusses many of his 116 marathons in 46 states and 22 countries.  He has BQ'd 5 times and won many AG awards.

www.dontjustrun.com
RunFluent on FB and IG
runfluentcoach@gmail.com

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11111522 Tue, 09 Aug 2022 21:00:00 -0400 5294 1 5 full false Episode 4 Some of my race stories. Episode 4 Some of my race stories. This episode is dedicated to my beloved best furry friend, Elvis.  He has been my best buddy for 14 years and he will be missed.  RIP little buddy.  

Episode 4 is all about races.  I recap the Carolina Reaper Ghost Pepper Challenge 50k, presented by Upstate Ultras and talk to their RD, Matt Hammersmith.  He talks about some of their upcoming races and the efforts they are making to build up an awesome running community in upstate South Carolina.  He is also a coach, Without Limits, and offers some great advice on making running a lifestyle.  

Afterwards, I pretty much just freestyle, talking about my past 16 marathons, 7 ultras, and a few other special races.

@upstate_ultra
www.IAmWithoutLimits.com
www.UpstateUltra.com

]]> This episode is dedicated to my beloved best furry friend, Elvis.  He has been my best buddy for 14 years and he will be missed.  RIP little buddy.  

Episode 4 is all about races.  I recap the Carolina Reaper Ghost Pepper Challenge 50k, presented by Upstate Ultras and talk to their RD, Matt Hammersmith.  He talks about some of their upcoming races and the efforts they are making to build up an awesome running community in upstate South Carolina.  He is also a coach, Without Limits, and offers some great advice on making running a lifestyle.  

Afterwards, I pretty much just freestyle, talking about my past 16 marathons, 7 ultras, and a few other special races.

@upstate_ultra
www.IAmWithoutLimits.com
www.UpstateUltra.com

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-11038290 Wed, 27 Jul 2022 15:00:00 -0400 5257 1 4 full false Episode 3 Alex Nelson - Western States 1st try, 1 ticket Episode 3 Alex Nelson - Western States 1st try, 1 ticket This week's episode features runner, RD, and all-around great guy Mike Martinez, with Runners4Recovery.  He previews his upcoming races down in Florida.  Ultra Runner, Alex Nelson shares his story of getting into Western States 2022 with 1 ticket and finishing one of the most epic 100 milers in North America.  Coach Nicole Hart from Marathon Training Academy shares a training tip.  
@sobersombrerorunning92
@marathonacademy
www.runners4recoveryjax.org
www.marathontrainingacademy.com

]]> This week's episode features runner, RD, and all-around great guy Mike Martinez, with Runners4Recovery.  He previews his upcoming races down in Florida.  Ultra Runner, Alex Nelson shares his story of getting into Western States 2022 with 1 ticket and finishing one of the most epic 100 milers in North America.  Coach Nicole Hart from Marathon Training Academy shares a training tip.  
@sobersombrerorunning92
@marathonacademy
www.runners4recoveryjax.org
www.marathontrainingacademy.com

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-10989868 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 21:00:00 -0400 5775 1 3 full false Episode 2 Henry Ward Episode 2 Henry Ward Miles With Marty is home base for running community love.  We talk to the incredible humans that make this community so special.  In this episode we have an interview with author, recovering addict/alcoholic, and ultra-runner Henry Ward.  He shares his story of running and recovery.  Podcaster and RD, Joseph Fuller previews the upcoming Skunk Ape night race 30k as well as discusses his own podcast, Florida Trail Runners.  Social Media/website - runningwithoutthedevil.com @henryward3 --  @skunkapeevents @justrunfuller @ftrunnerspodcast

]]> Miles With Marty is home base for running community love.  We talk to the incredible humans that make this community so special.  In this episode we have an interview with author, recovering addict/alcoholic, and ultra-runner Henry Ward.  He shares his story of running and recovery.  Podcaster and RD, Joseph Fuller previews the upcoming Skunk Ape night race 30k as well as discusses his own podcast, Florida Trail Runners.  Social Media/website - runningwithoutthedevil.com @henryward3 --  @skunkapeevents @justrunfuller @ftrunnerspodcast

]]> Marty G Buzzsprout-10932742 Sat, 09 Jul 2022 20:00:00 -0400 5682 1 2 full false Episode 1 Lucien Boulet aka Hot Chocolate Episode 1 Lucien Boulet aka Hot Chocolate Miles With Marty Podcast is home base for running community love.  In this episode we have Western States Endurance Run recap, special guest Dawn Lisenby, Florida race director and running coach, discusses her upcoming races and gives a tip on hot weather training and races.  Interview with Lucien Boulet, aka Hot Chocolate, discussing his growing up in New York, moving to Florida, taking up ultra-running in his late 30's and becoming an accomplished 100-mile race finisher on all types of terrain.   social media - FB - Miles With Marty Podcast, IG - @mileswithmarty; Guests - @chocolatemilez & @runnaturalcoach - Dawn's website - https://eastcoasttrailracing.com

]]> Miles With Marty Podcast is home base for running community love.  In this episode we have Western States Endurance Run recap, special guest Dawn Lisenby, Florida race director and running coach, discusses her upcoming races and gives a tip on hot weather training and races.  Interview with Lucien Boulet, aka Hot Chocolate, discussing his growing up in New York, moving to Florida, taking up ultra-running in his late 30's and becoming an accomplished 100-mile race finisher on all types of terrain.   social media - FB - Miles With Marty Podcast, IG - @mileswithmarty; Guests - @chocolatemilez & @runnaturalcoach - Dawn's website - https://eastcoasttrailracing.com

]]> Marty Buzzsprout-10887362 Thu, 30 Jun 2022 21:00:00 -0400 4799 running, ultra-running, race recaps, race previews, training tips, ordinary runners, extraordinary feats, runner interviews 1 1 full false