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Dianna and Steve are a couple that runs ultramarathons… and they’re in their 70s!

Josh Law (from 5 episodes ago) started running and so did some of his siblings. Naturally, Dianna as their mom didn’t want to miss out on all the fun! She showed up as support to a few of her kids’ 5k races, and her daughter asked her if she wanted to run too. She agreed, and the next 5k Dianna, Steve, and all of her kids ran it together. What a special event! After that she was hooked, and even felt like God was pushing her to keep running. Steve, Dianna’s husband, was a bit slower to get hooked. But Steve was all about pushing himself and the adventure of running. After he did rim-to-rim for his 65th birthday with his son and daughter, he was also hooked on endurance running. Listen to today’s episode about how Josh invited Dianna and Steve to run their first ultra and the story of their first 50k ultramarathon.

Other topics include training in your 60s/70s, training on the road for an ultramarathon, running a marathon, running a 12 and 24 hour timed race, running brings mental and physical health, the personal growth and satisfaction that comes from running ultramarathons, running as a family, and more.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

05:36 Consistent Training and Exercise

08:04 Starting Running and Finding Joy

23:32 Discovering Races and Locations

28:00 Night Running and Unique Experiences

30:54 Introduction and Background

32:07 The Story of the 50K Race

34:35 Challenges Faced During the Race

36:52 The Benefits of Pickle Juice Shots

39:10 The Mental and Emotional Triumph of Crossing the Finish Line

46:04 Training for the 50K Race

50:07 The Experience of a Timed Race

51:58 The 12-Hour Timed Race Experience

56:34 The Mental and Physical Challenges of a Timed Race

59:18 Advice for New Ultra Runners

01:02:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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How do you run a marathon and ultramarathon? How do you know when you’re ready to commit and sign up? Jake, MSc Physiology of Sport and Exercise Nutrition, knows exactly what it takes to train for long-distance races from his education and personal experience. Jake started running in 2020 while he was in Loughborough, England earning his master’s degree so that he could see more of the city. After returning home to the USA, he signed up for his first marathon and hasn’t been able to stop since. Listen to today's episode for loads of advice on how to prepare for and run marathons, 50ks, and 50-mile ultramarathons. And you’ll also hear Jake’s story of his first few marathons, 50k, and 50-mile ultramarathon.

Other topics include the differences between marathons and ultramarathons, Jake’s 3 pillars of training, rotating shoes to help prevent injury, nutrition strategy for marathons and ultras, mental resilience during a race, running races with friends, and running for charity.

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Have you ever wondered if you should quit your job and move to Europe? Or give in to the impulse to skydive? Well… Jamie sorta does! Jamie had been casually running for a few years and found an intriguing race nearby on a weekend that was wide open. AND, it just so happened to be a 60k ultramarathon. Jamie was both intrigued and a bit intimidated, but she entertained the thought. Later that day, Jamie reached out to a friend to ask if they’d be interested in running it with her. Her friend's response… “Yep, I just signed up!” Naturally, Jamie didn’t leave her friend to die alone, so she signed up as well ;) Listen to today’s episode to hear more about Jamie’s running history, how she trained for an ultra in only 2.5 months, and the exciting story of her first ultramarathon and 60k race.

Other topics include running with kids, staying active with your family, fitting in training between family and work, ultramarathon training, proper gear and nutrition, dealing with injury during a race, mental strategies for overcoming self-doubt, support from friends and family, and what it’s like to cross the finish line.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background 06:31 Signing Up for an Ultra Marathon on a Whim 11:41 Balancing Family and Training 20:09 Conquering Loops: Jamie Tosh's Ultra Marathon Experience 21:24 The Importance of Training and Preparation 22:02 Mental Strategies for Overcoming Challenges 22:56 Dealing with IT Band Issues 24:23 The Support of Family and Friends 27:29 The Physical and Emotional Toll of an Ultramarathon 36:34 Future Plans and Reflections