In this episode I will break down my entire experience at UTMB. I will start with why I DNFed and the things I wish have done differently. Ill talk about the race itself include the course, aid stations and the crazy start. I will talk about what I wish I would have known going into the race and what I really learned. There were a ton of mind F's in this race that I also want to talk about in this episode. I will answer a ton of questions I got on social media including whether or not I am going back to do it again.In this episode, I reflect on my experience at the UTMB, discussing the lessons learned from my DNF, the challenges faced during the race, and the mental and logistical hurdles encountered. I emphasizes the importance of preparation, the unpredictability of race conditions, and the value of camaraderie in ultra running. I will also shares his future plans and insights on prioritizing experiences over race qualifications.
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UTMB Final Prep & Peak Weeks
It is time for UTMB. My third 100 miler in last last 18 months. Well, this one is looking more like is is going to be about 109.In this episode I want to talk about some of the questions I have been getting about my UTMB Training as well as some of the questions I had when I was looking into training for this race. I will talk about my last 3 weeks of training, my nutrition plans for the race, expected finishing times, pace plans and the kit Ill be wearing. Let's go smash this thing!
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Training For An Ultra At Altitude | Never Summer Racap
FREE Private Discord Chat https://discord.gg/4QMxjFyQGJPlease a review and comment!This week Tara and I talk about her race in Northern Colorado this past weekend. She raced the Never Summer 60k which is arguably the toughest 60k in the country. At just under 40 miles and 9,000 ft of gain, the real challenge came with the altitude. This race is almost entirely over 10,000 ft of elevation and summits over 12,000 ft. Coming from sea level we knew this was going to be a challenge. We talk prep and training for this race. Tara will talk about what she did right and somethings she may have changed going into the event.
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Bighorn 100 Miler Recap!
FREE Private Discord Chat https://discord.gg/4QMxjFyQGJPlease a review and comment!In this episode, Brad shares his transformative experience at the Big Horn 100 ultra marathon, reflecting on personal growth, the challenges of training, and the emotional journey of pacing a friend. He discusses the beauty of nature, the importance of perspective, and the lessons learned from both triumphs and struggles during the race. The conversation highlights the significance of community, support, and self-belief in overcoming obstacles and achieving personal goals.
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Breakneck Marathon, NYC Marathon & Never Summer 60k
Jump in the FREE Discord to leave episode reactions and ask questions for future episode. https://discord.gg/4QMxjFyQGJPlease take a second to leave a review where ever you are listening. In this episode Tara and Brad sit down and discuss training and racing over the last few weeks and what is coming up this summer for both of us. Tara just completed the Breakneck marathon which is regarded as on of the hardest trail marathons in the county at close to 27 miles and 10k feet with sections require for points of contact and many rock scrambling sections. She breaks down the 9+1 process that the NYRR uses to get into the NYC marathon and her concerns for the Never Summer 60k in Steamboat Colorado this summer.
50k Ready is an Ultramarathon Podcast. Every week I bring perspective and insight into the world of Ultramarathon running though my own experiences and from the inspiring members of the Ultramarathon community. 50k Ready is a standard built on consistent hard word and the readiness to achieve athletic goals. Our foundation is built on perseverance, gratitude, and seeking ones full potential. I'm Brad Finn, and this is 50k Ready!
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