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Anton has had a heckuva few months–and says he’s back in shape to win on the trails.  As an athlete with such a stout resume, he has set himself up for Speedgoat, then UTMB later in the summer–both races that require a fair amount of climbing prowess–and he’ll be racing hard … The post Anton Krupicka ’14 appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

After last year’s “Hunchback of Hardrock” finish, Adam is back for more of the iconic race, but this year, he’s wedged it in between Western States and UTMB. Yep, Adam got into all three events, and fills me on how he’s handling the “Mondo Slam” this year. What’s it like … The post Adam Hewey Interview appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

We’ve spoken with Zach on the show twice before. Once before his inaugural hundred in ’12, and once in Dec’ 13 after he busted Yiannis Kouros’ 12 hour record.  Zach currently has the WR for the 12 hr and the AR for the hundred miler (a speedy 11:47.) Today he joins me … The post Zach Bitter Interview July ’14 appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

If you were like a lot of us at Western States, you asked “Seth who?” as he worked his way through the top ten. Meanwhile, those in the Pacific NorthWest or Montana just nodded their heads. Seth Swanson worked his way up all day, finishing  a strong second place (15:19) at the Grand … The post Seth Swanson Interview appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

  They’re wicked fast, but neither have ever run a hundred miles. And both will be pushing the front this weekend.   Alex Varner and Max King: Alex has been running ultras for less than a year, but is considered by many to be a threat due to his leg and climbing speed. … The post WS100 Fast and New: Alex Varner and Max King appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

Pam Smith (La Sportiva) and Nikki Kimball (Hoka) have each won the race and made it look relatively easy.  Each will be back this year, and after Pam’s “perfect run” last year, she’s got a big ol target on her back.  Nikki, fresh off some solid races this year, is anxious … The post WS100 Past Winners: Pam Smith and Nikki Kimball appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

No, don’t get all excited, neither Zach nor Ellie are running Western States this year, but we still wanted to catch up with them and find out why they declined. They’re each at the top of their game, each were handed an entry, and both Zach and Ellie each said … The post WS100: Zach Miller and Ellie Greenwood – Not running appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

  Kim’s own ultra experience is probably what makes her such a valuable crew member for her husband, veteran ultrarunner Topher Gaylord.  She’s raced and crewed all over the world, and now she sits down with me and chats about the traveling circus around the runner and what it takes to get them to … The post WS100: Kim Gaylord and Vajin Armstrong – Crewing and Pacing appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

Kyle Kugler and Scott Salisberry We met Kyle in the parking lot of Squaw Valley two years, on the eve of his first ever hundred, and interviewed him here with his dad (who coincidentally finished WS in the ’80s.)  Kyle finished Western (silver buckle on his first attempt!), and is coming back … The post WS100 Preview – Regular guys Kyle Kugler and Scott Salisberry appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

Larisa Dannis and Kaci Lickteig:                   They both have wins at hundred milers, both have road speed, and both are making their debut runs at Western States this year…and neither live in California nor Colorado!  If you fear getting “chicked” in a … The post WS100 Preview: Larisa Dannis and Kaci Lickteig appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

Last years’ top ten: Dylan has had a strong year since his 5th place last year, and Jesse is anxious to replicate his breakout 7th place from 2013. Both guys are ready to go, have great attitudes, are excited, and have the experience to run smart races. DBo and Jesse … The post WS100 Preview: Dylan Bowman and Jesse Haynes appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

The Speedgoat tells us about his crazy plans this summer which include running Western States, directing the toughest 50k in the country, and trying for a speed record on the dang Appalachian Trail.  As the winningest 100 miler in the country, Karl tells us his strategy for Western (“don’t let … The post Karl Meltzer Western States Preview appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

Ethan and I sit down with Ellie to hear all about how she overcame major injury last year, to win the biggest ultra marathon in the world this year. We get deep into her incredible Comrades victory and Ethan nearly books himself a ticket for 2015. Naturally, we also talk … The post Ellie Greenwood Interview 2014 appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

Mike Wolfe has taken on some pretty serious challenges…paddling across Canada, running the John Muir Trail, quitting his attorney job to be a professional ultrarunner, and now, becoming a dad. Sarah and I catch up with Mike to talk about some of these accomplishments, how he got into this weird sport, … The post Mike Wolfe Interview appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

Dakota “Young Money” Jones joins Sarah and me to talk about Hardrock, racing overseas, RD’ing, running at the back of the pack, and what else? Literature and beer!  We really enjoyed hearing a fresh perspective on the racing scene, what it all really means, and Dakota’s middle name. Podcast Notes: Episode … The post Dakota Jones Interview appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

Photographer, race director, accomplished ultra runner, XC coach, and Born to Run veteran Luis Escobar joins us as we talk about his unique races, what vegans should do at aid stations, coaching high school kids, skinny dipping in sulfur pools (wait, what?), selfies, and the impact Born to Run has … The post Luis Escobar Interview appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

I’ve heard a lot about obstacle course races (and Facebook insists I “like” all of them), but I was unable to tell the difference between the different events.  Tough Mudder? Spartan? Huh?  How long are they? Are there long lines? Aren’t they basically cross-fitters in the mud, or are they MUT’s strange … The post Matt B. Davis “OCR” Interview appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

Leor Pantilat won a streak of ultra/trail events in the San Francisco Bay Area that has yet to be rivaled. Since then, he’s concentrated his efforts on adventure runs on lost paths, rivers, and unmarked areas on some of the most beautiful trails in the world. We discuss the state of … The post Leor Pantilat Interview appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

She’s 42, she just ran a course record 15:07 at Umstead 100, and she did it all while stopping to pump on the floor of an outhouse. Sarah and I sit down with Liza Howard to talk about running through-and post-pregnancy, adapting to training with kids, wilderness survival, beer, coaching, … The post Liza Howard Interview appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

Talk about adaptability.  Zach Miller lives on a cruise ship most of the year, trains on a treadmill (for 80mpw!) and a stairwell, then enters his first fifty miler and beats Rob Krar.  Boom! In this interview, we get into detail about time spent on treadmills, almost missing the boat, … The post Zach Miller Interview appeared first on Ultrarunnerpodcast.com.