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She Runs Ultras

She Runs Ultras is about (yup, you guessed it) running ultras. Lots of other running podcasts out there are full of gear & race reviews and interviews with the experts telling unrelatable stories about their record breaking times and super human feats. Now…don’t get me wrong, I’ve learned some great stuff from those podcasts...But what about those of us that aren’t getting paid to do this?Those of us that are mid to back of the pack runners?And those of us that have never won a damn thing? What was out there for us? Yeah, I couldn’t find it - so I decided to make it! And it just so happens that I’m getting geared up to start training for some races in 2021. So throughout this series, I’ll share what really happens when a typical, non-professional runner takes on the challenge of running an ultra. Got some races planned for this year? Let’s train together.From the emotional & physical ups and downs, to the details of my actual training plan, and the excitement (not to mention nerves) that build as race day gets closer...I promise not to hold anything back. So whether you’re already a member of the ultra community or if you’re just ultra curious...Hit subscribe and let’s do this!

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Ep. 287 - How To Know If You're Actually Ready To Race

August 22, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 287

Be honest, have you ever gone down the rabbit hole 🕳️ searching for the perfect checklist that will tell you you’re officially ready to run your first ultra?

Yeah, me too.

I used to think there had to be some step-by-step guide out there that would prove I’d trained enough, learned enough, and was ready to show up at the start line. Spoiler: that magical checklist doesn’t exist.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:
✨ Why generic checklists will always fall short
✨ How chasing them only fuels self-doubt and second-guessing
✨ What you need to focus on instead so you can create your own “race-ready” checklist that actually works for yourrace, your body, and your life

And if you’re tired of spinning in circles and want to feel confident that you’re preparing the right way, that’s exactly what I help you do inside my group coaching membership, She Runs Ultras FOUNDATIONS.

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