In this episode, we sit down with Ben Rosario, Head Coach and Executive Director of Hoka Northern Arizona Elite Team, aka Hoka NAZ Elite, to uncover how professional runners train—and how everyday runners can apply the same strategies. Ben shares why success isn’t only about big workouts, but also about the fundamentals: getting enough sleep, fueling properly, and building strength without needing a fancy gym. He emphasizes the importance of stretching and mobility, as well as truly respecting easy days to allow the body to recover and adapt. Listeners will also learn how pros approach pacing and why managing effort can make the difference between struggle and breakthrough. No matter your age, background, or ability level, these simple yet powerful habits can help you run stronger, faster, and further. This episode shows that elite training principles aren’t reserved for pros—they’re tools that anyone can use to reach their goals.

Learn more in the book he co-authored with Matt Fitzgerald, In their new book, Run Like a Pro (Even If You’re Slow): Elite Tools and Tips for Runners at Every Level, they help us understand that we can reach our potential if we include some of these training techniques and strategies.

• Janji, Use code TRAILRUNNER for 10% off
• Ketone IQ, Used by Tour de France champions—Ketone-IQ naturally boosts EPO, recovery, and endurance. Get 30% off your first subscription order
• Tifosi Optics 20% off with code TRN
• JAMBAR: 20% off with code TRN20
• Get our new "1 > 0" technical running hat- THEY'RE on SALE!

What does it take to keep running strong from your teens into your 90s? Welcome to The Aging Athlete, a new Trail Runner Nation mini-series co-hosted by ultrarunning icon Krissy Moehl. Every 5 to 6 weeks, we’ll dive into what it looks like to grow older in this sport we love—exploring how to train smarter, fuel better, recover more intentionally, and stay motivated through the decades.

In this fourth episode of The Aging Athlete series, we sit down with Selene Yeager, a leading voice in reshaping how we think about performance, aging, and the female athlete. In this episode, she shares her personal journey from elite triathlete and gravel cyclist to trail runner, navigating midlife hormonal shifts. As the host of Hit Play Not Pause and coauthor of ROAR and Next Level, Selene opens up about redefining success, adjusting training and nutrition, and managing the mental side of aging. She offers practical, empowering insights drawn from science, storytelling, and her own lived experience. We also talk about the changes she’s noticed in her own training and mindset while preparing for an ultra. Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond, Selene’s message is clear: your best athletic years might still be ahead.

• Check out her new book, "Next Level: Your Guide to Kicking Ass, Feeling Great, and Crushing Goals Through Menopause and Beyond"
• Her Live Feisty Website

Episode Sponsors

• Janji, Use code TRAILRUNNER for 10% off
• Scarpa, Find your perfect shoe for the trails that lie ahead
• Amazfit - T-Rex 3: Get 15% off
• JAMBAR: 20% off with code TRN20
• Oikos Triple Zero
• Get the NEW "1 > 0" running hat HERE. Limited supply

What if one simple idea could transform the way athletes fuel their bodies? In this episode, we explore the birth of the very first sports nutrition bar back in the 1980s—a product that forever changed performance and recovery. Can you guess what it is?

You’ll hear the story behind its creation from one of its creators, Jennifer Maxwell, from the spark of inspiration to the trial-and-error experiments that nearly derailed it. Along the way, the creators faced unexpected setbacks that tested their resolve, but ultimately paved the way for a groundbreaking innovation. More than just a snack, this bar reshaped the entire sports nutrition industry and sparked a wave of creativity that continues today. Join us for a story of grit, vision, and the power of an idea that fueled athletes worldwide.

Jennifer continues to share the reason why she is back in the business with a yummy and healthy NEW product, JamBar!

Episode Sponsors:

• Janji, Use code TRAILRUNNER for 10% off
• Ketone IQ, Used by Tour de France champions—Ketone-IQ naturally boosts EPO, recovery, and endurance. Get 30% off your first subscription order
• Tifosi Optics 20% off with code TRN
• Visit Electrokare before September 5th to get your spot
• Oikos Triple Zero
• Get our new "1 > 0" technical running hat