The Tribe of Runners Podcast

In this episode of Coaches Corner, Christie Brinker and I officially dive into our training and preparation for the No Business 100 and this isn't your typical training partnership.
We're both coaches. We're both currently self-coaching. And we're both approaching this race from our own perspectives, building our own training plans while constantly comparing notes, talking through what we're doing, and trying to figure out what will actually get us to the finish line.
We've also made the decision to run No Business together without pacers or a crew. But before race day, we had to have a very real conversation:
What happens if one of us can't keep up?
We agreed before ever stepping onto the course that if something happens to one of us, we won't hold the other person back. If one of us needs to stop, drop, change the plan, or is simply having a completely different race, the other person is free to continue.
Because 100 miles is a long way and we wanted all of those cards on the table before things get emotional, exhausting, and very uncomfortable at 3 a.m.
In this episode, we talk about:
Why we chose No Business 100
How two coaches approach self-coaching their own 100-mile training
The differences between our training philosophies and what we're each prioritizing
How we're using treadmill training, vert, strength, stability, and recovery
Christie's reset following Kettle Moraine 100
Liz's ongoing comeback and rebuilding after injury
Why we're choosing to race without pacers or a crew
Our agreement about what happens if one of us struggles during the race
The logistics of relying on drop bags instead of a crew
Heat, hydration, sodium, and technical terrain
The mental challenges of coaching yourself while also trying to be an athlete
This is going to be an ongoing series as we work our way toward No Business, so you're getting a behind-the-scenes look at two coaches actually applying what they teach. Including the adjustments, doubts, successes, mistakes, and everything we learn along the way.
We don't have all the answers. We're figuring it out just like everyone else. And we're bringing you along for the ride.

What if consciousness isn't just something happening inside our brains?
Liz Myers is back with Kilian Korth and Christie Brinker for another Philosophy Hour—and this conversation goes DEEP. 😂
After our last discussion about free will, we started asking even bigger questions: What is consciousness? Where does it come from? Are we actually separate from the world around us? And what if consciousness is something much bigger than we currently understand?
We talk about everything from free will and gratitude to meditation, flow state, panpsychism, universal consciousness, quantum mechanics, and even whether trees are communicating with each other.
Christie shares a deeply personal experience that shaped the way she thinks about universal consciousness. Liz connects the conversation back to running, meditation, and those moments when your mind finally becomes quiet. Kilian brings the science and philosophy into the conversation and challenges us to think about what we actually mean when we talk about consciousness.
We get into:
How thinking about free will has changed the way we approach everyday life
Why letting go of control can lead to more gratitude and empathy
Panpsychism and the idea that consciousness could be a fundamental part of reality
The difference between information complexity and universal consciousness
Why running and meditation can create those powerful flow states
Quantum mechanics and the famous double-slit experiment
Whether trees and plants are capable of communicating and sharing information
The ocean-wave analogy for understanding universal consciousness
What all of this could mean for runners, athletes, and anyone trying to understand their own mind
And, as usual, we don't exactly come to a neat conclusion.
Instead, we leave with more questions than answers.
And honestly... that's kind of the point.
If you've ever finished a run and wondered why your mind suddenly feels completely different, gotten lost in meditation, or stared at a tree and thought, "Okay, but what exactly IS consciousness?"—you're going to enjoy this one.

In this episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I sit down with ultrarunner, Ironman finisher, and trail adventurer Kim Reamer to talk about longevity, resilience, and why consistency will always beat chasing quick results.
Kim's running journey hasn't been about podium finishes or blazing speed. It's been about showing up, year after year, embracing the process, and learning from every mile along the way. From close encounters with rattlesnakes and mountain lions to racing through the Nevada desert and tackling a 100-mile ultra, Kim has built a lifetime of unforgettable experiences on the trail.
In this episode, we talk about:
How Kim went from quitting track in junior high to becoming an ultrarunner
Lessons learned from 30 years of trail running
Why patience is one of the greatest strengths an ultrarunner can have
Smart pacing and avoiding the trap of racing with your ego
Staying healthy and running strong as you get older
Building longevity through mobility, strength, and consistency
Wild stories from the trails...including rattlesnakes, mountain lions, and desert adventures
Advice for runners dreaming of their first ultra, 100-miler, or beyond
This conversation is a reminder that success in ultra running isn't about being the fastest person on the trail. It's about continuing to show up, embracing the adventure, and trusting that the small things you do every day will eventually lead to extraordinary results.
Whether you're just getting started or have years in the sport, I know you'll find inspiration in Kim's story.

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What if the secret to becoming a better runner and a better person is simply saying "yes" to hard things?
In this episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I sit down with ultrarunner and coach Deb Hamberlin to talk about a lifetime of chasing challenges, embracing discomfort, and discovering what's possible on the other side of fear.
From growing up as a swimmer to completing some of the toughest 200-mile races around, Deb shares the lessons she's learned through decades of endurance sports. We talk about the highs, the lows, and why the small decisions we make every day often matter more than the big ones.
In this episode, we discuss:
Deb's journey into ultrarunning
Racing everything from marathons to 200-milers
Why saying "yes" to hard things has shaped her life
Balancing running, coaching, family, and everyday life
Staying competitive and motivated as we get older
Navigating injury, recovery, and hormonal changes
The incredible community that makes ultrarunning so special
Why having fun should never disappear from your training
Whether you're training for your first ultra or your fiftieth, Deb's perspective is a reminder that growth doesn't happen by accident, it happens when we're willing to step outside our comfort zones.
This conversation is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and plenty of inspiration to help you tackle your next big goal.

Find Deb Hamberlin on IG: @debrunsfar
Find my Personal IG: @itslizmyers
Podcast IG: @tribeofrunners
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Check out Everyday Ultra Website for races and coaching HERE

What would make someone willingly run a 50K on a treadmill... with 10,000 feet of climbing?
In this solo episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, I'm taking you behind the scenes of one of the hardest training days I've ever done in some time!!
This wasn't just about proving I could do something difficult. It was a strategic overload session as I build toward my the Dreadmill Challenge 100-mile race, and I wanted to see what it would really be to run a lot of vert on the treadmill.
I break down the entire run, including:
Why I decided to take on a 50K with 10,000 feet of vert on a treadmill
How I paced the effort over 7½ hours
Nutrition, hydration, and fueling strategies
What I learned about mental toughness and embracing boredom
The biggest challenges I faced, including a tight hamstring
How sessions like this can prepare you for long ultras without spending all day in the mountains
This episode isn't really about the treadmill.
It's about choosing to do hard things on purpose, trusting the process, and finding confidence in the work long before race day arrives.
Whether you're training for your first ultra or your tenth, I hope this conversation inspires you to think differently about your training and about what you're capable of.

Find my Personal IG: @itslizmyers
Podcast IG: @tribeofrunners
For EASY ACCESS to all the Link HERE 
Check out Everyday Ultra Website for races and coaching HERE