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A runner on the downhill side of her 50s trains for her first ultra marathonCopyright 2026 Y'all Come Back Now Ya Hear Arte Biografías y Memorias Carrera y Trote Ciencias Sociales Comida y Vino
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  • Life Comes at You Fast, or Ferris Beuller's Worst Couch to 5k Day

    Life Comes at You Fast, or Ferris Beuller's Worst Couch to 5k Day
    Mar 23 2026
    In this episode of Momma Runs an Ultra (where a 50-something runner trains for her very first ultramarathon), I get a sharp reminder that not all training risks come from mileage or missed workouts. Sometimes, they come flying at you…in the shape of a sofa.What starts as a routine 2nd long run on a rare, glorious stretch of sidewalk turns into a near-miss story I won’t forget: an unsecured couch launches out of a pickup truck and literally bounces towards me mid-run. It’s equal parts absurd, terrifying, and darkly funny, and it completely reframes my idea of what “staying healthy for race day” actually means.Beyond the chaos, I reflect on the hidden hazards runners often overlook, like traffic patterns, loose dogs, and the false sense of safety in familiar routes. There’s also a candid look at my mindset: the adrenaline spike, the surprising calm afterward, and the realization that some risks are simply out of my control.It’s a quick, entertaining episode with a serious undertone: even the most disciplined training plan can’t account for everything. So stay alert, expect the unexpected, and maybe don’t trust a double-wide sidewalk as much as you think you should.How I ProcrastinateSleep with Rock Stars, the Gen X Sleep PodcastCountry Fried Rock, Podcast Archives from 2009-2020Music PlaylistsSupport This PodcastDive Bar Music Club, the Low Key, High Taste Happy Hour for Music NerdsChapters00:05 - Introduction to Ultra Marathon Training02:16 - The Bridge Incident03:26 - The Dangers of Debris05:25 - Adventures in Ultramarathon Training06:04 - Reevaluating Safety in RunningRecommended If You Likeultramarathon training, first ultramarathon, running safety tips, couch to ultramarathon, running in South Carolina, elevation training for running, running with traffic, running hazards, podcast for runners, tips for new runners, avoiding running injuries, running in rural areas, dog safety while running, running routes, long run training, mental challenges in running, ultramarathon experiences, running infrastructure, safety while training, Momma Runs an UltraTranscriptSpeaker A00:00:01.280 - 00:06:39.870And what I did not consider was the fact that a sofa could possibly kill me. Welcome to Mama Runs an Ultra. I'm a runner on the downhill side of my 50s who decided to train for my very first Ultra marathon.And this podcast is me saying all the things out loud of what the hell am I thinking?So when I first was interviewing coaches for transitioning to my very first ultramarathon, one of the things that I made really clear was that my hope through training was to show up to the start line health. My second hope was to be able to finish in one piece.And up until this weekend, I pretty much attributed all of those things to training and decisions over which I had full control. And what I did not consider was the fact that a sofa could possibly kill me. So let me back up if you're new to Mama Runs An Ultra.I live about 15 minutes away from a small town and because I live out in the county, I live in a place where we have to take our own garbage to the dump. And it's a really flat place.So trying to get enough elevation for my training without having to drive an hour and a half means I can basically run one bridge over the interstate or this one neighborhood with a man made dam. Either way, I'm getting like 25 to 35ft of elevation max in any one incline.So it takes a lot to get the kind of elevation that I need to be properly prepared for my race.So I didn't feel like driving out of town for my second of my back to back long runs this weekend and I thought I'll just go run the bridge, it'll be fine. And it's one of the few places in this area that has sidewalks. It's actually like a double wide sidewalk right there. Fantastic.We don't have this sort of infrastructure around here, so it's a huge deal. I love running there, A, because it's convenient and B, sidewalks. Did I mention sidewalks?So when I run, our South Carolina laws are that feet face traffic, wheels go with traffic, feet face traffic. Former teacher here. Like those little sort of mnemonics.So I am fanatical about feet face traffic to the point where the people I run with are like, really all we're doing is crossing the street. So I am super, super particular about it.And the only place in town where I do not follow that rule is on the bridge because it's a double wide sidewalk. Surely that's a place where you can go with or opposed to traffic as long as you're up on the Sidewalk.And I have never given this a second thought until this weekend when I was at mile nine and a half of a ten mile run and I hear like a weird wooden sound and then honking and I could not figure out what it was. And all of this happened in a split second.And I turned around and a ginormous black sofa was bouncing towards me on the sidewalk, on the road, back onto the sidewalk, back onto the road. Because sofas don't bounce in a predictable manner.It had flown out ...
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  • I Ran So Far Away...That I Fantasized About Soft Pretzels

    I Ran So Far Away...That I Fantasized About Soft Pretzels
    Mar 17 2026
    SummaryThis episode of Momma Runs an Ultra is all about the real-life process of getting ready for my first ultra marathon, especially pushing past distances I’ve never run before. I share what training has been like as I prepare, including the surprises, struggles, and little wins that come with stepping into completely new training.We talk a lot about fueling during long runs and the trial-and-error that goes into figuring out what actually works. That’s meant experimenting with some unexpected carb sources like mashed potatoes and soft pretzels, because sometimes I just cannot look at another sweet.I also get into the realities of training in humid conditions and the never-ending search for the best ways to prevent chafing on those really long days. Overall, it’s an honest look at the physical and mental side of ultra training, and a reminder that figuring it out as you go is part of the process. If you’re curious about ultras, currently training for one, or just love hearing about the journey, this episode is for you.Chapters00:03 - Beginning the Journey to My First Ultra Marathon01:48 - Preparing for the Ultra: Nutrition and Strategy03:35 - Choosing the Right Fuel for Running05:12 - Chafing Prevention in Humid Weather06:13 - Chafing and Running: A Personal JourneyHow I ProcrastinateSleep with Rock Stars, the Gen X Sleep PodcastCountry Fried Rock, Podcast Archives from 2009-2020Music PlaylistsSupport This PodcastDive Bar Music Club, the Low Key, High Taste Happy Hour for Music NerdsRecommended If You Likeultra marathon training, long distance running tips, running nutrition for ultras, carbs for endurance running, back to back long runs, hydration strategies for runners, electrolyte balance for athletes, chafe prevention for runners, running gear for long distances, soft pretzel snacks for runners, mashed potatoes as running fuel, overcoming self-doubt in running, running in humid weather, confidence in endurance training, training for your first ultra, running in your 50s, notes for ultra marathon training, East Coast running advice, fueling strategies for long runs, running podcasts for womenTranscriptSpeaker A00:00:01.200 - 00:07:11.580Hey y'. All. Welcome to Momma Runs an Ultra. I'm a runner on the downhill side of my 50s who decided to train for my very first Ultra marathon.And this podcast is me saying all the things out loud of what the hell am I thinking? So when I looked at my running plan, I was kind of overthinking the last couple of weeks as my long runs were longer than I've ever run before.Now if you're new to Momma Runs an Ultra, I'm a long time roads half marathon runner.But until about a month ago I had never more than 16 miles and that was on one of my friends birthdays when we decided to hit the kilometers of her age and we stopped for coffee. In the middle of it we took a few breaks. This is the first time I've ever run that far without stopping. Okay, one tiny pit stop for the potty.But that, you know, doesn't really count. I didn't dawdle anyway.I had gotten myself a little bit wound up about it ahead of time, but I did all the prep, I had all my stuff ready to roll and it went fine. Like maybe I can actually do this. I kind of did. I didn't believe I could. One of the things about ultra training is the back to back long runs.Now for me at this point it's like long run and what I would consider a medium run. But that's rapidly about to change. I looked ahead a couple weeks to what I have coming my way and I can do this.But I actually feel more confident about it now after that very first 16 +miler because I felt okay. I felt okay. Later on in that day, I felt okay running my medium run the next day. I felt okay that afternoon.Like nothing hurt, nothing was sore, not good. But I'm feeling a little more confident about all of this at this point with overall mileage, we are still within range of miles I have done before.We have not yet come close to like maximum mileage per week. So that part is not scaring me at this point. So kind of two thumbs up at this point? Sure, why not?One of the things I've been working on since day one of this ultra training has been giving myself a variety of carbs from which to choose while I run because I have already had the experience in a number of half marathons where I could not look at one more sweet thing at all on any level. So I told y' all a while back that I had done little baggies of pre measured mashed potatoes and I gotta be Honest, they work really well.They fit right in the little drink pocket on the vest. I mean, I don't love mashed potatoes anyway, so I don't dislike them anymore eating them while running than I would just eating them on a plate.So, yeah, mashed potatoes are a choice. I've been trying with those. Like, one of my blocks will get the carb load from those mashed potatoes.And then I've recently added in a new one because I got to like, mile 12 of a run. And I was like, you know what would sound good right now? ...
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  • Slip Slidin' Away: It's Not Awkward for Runners to Talk About Their Favorite Lube

    Slip Slidin' Away: It's Not Awkward for Runners to Talk About Their Favorite Lube
    Mar 10 2026

    Summary

    If you know the liquid fire of a post-run shower, you might have chafed. In this episode, I talk about the moment it hit me that chafing can be just as painful as poor fueling. Turns out, nutrition isn’t the only thing you need a strategy for.

    I share some of my personal trial-and-error with different anti-chafing products, including how well they hold up when humidity decides to join your training run. Some survive, some melt like cassette tapes on a dashboard.

    Since I’m still navigating the adventure of training for my very first ultramarathon, this episode is a pretty honest look at the small challenges that come with stepping into longer distances. I also invite listeners to share their go-to anti-chafe solutions, because when it comes to ultrarunning, the best advice often comes from the community that’s been through it before.

    As I keep moving toward that first ultra, one thing is clear: every long run teaches a new lesson, and sometimes that lesson involves a lot more lube than you expected.

    Chapters

    1. 00:12 - Introduction to Ultra Marathon Training
    2. 01:59 - Exploring Anti-Chafe Solutions
    3. 02:59 - Exploring New Running Products
    4. 04:07 - Exploring New Products for Comfort during Runs
    5. 05:26 - Introduction to Ultra Running

    How I Procrastinate

    1. Sleep with Rock Stars, the Gen X Sleep Podcast
    2. Country Fried Rock, Podcast Archives from 2009-2020
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    4. Support This Podcast
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