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In this conversation, Brad and Christian Barratt discuss their experiences in endurance racing, particularly focusing on the Rim to Rim to Rim and Cocodona races. They explore the challenges faced during these events, the importance of community and support, and the mental and physical aspects of ultra running. Christian shares his journey of adopting a child with Down Syndrome and how it has influenced his perspective on racing and charity work. The conversation highlights the significance of having a purpose beyond personal achievement in endurance sports. In this conversation, Christian Barratt shares his profound journey of adopting a child from Ukraine, detailing the emotional and logistical challenges faced throughout the process. He reflects on the initial inspiration that led him and his wife to consider adoption, the complexities of navigating international adoption laws, and the heart-wrenching experience of meeting their daughter, Lucy, for the first time. The discussion also touches on the parallels between the challenges of adoption and ultra running, emphasizing resilience, personal growth, and the importance of support systems. Christian's story is a testament to the power of love and commitment in the face of adversity.Christian's YouTube / Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@UCxwflVCBTpYcPbpmGpYOvgQ Christian's Insta @backofthepackultraguyChristian's Charity: www.runsignup.com/HomeoftheHomies

In this engaging conversation, Brad sits down with Emily Keeney, an accomplished ultra runner, about her journey in the world of ultra running, her experiences at Spike Camp, and her impressive goal of climbing over 2 million feet in a year. Emily shares insights on setting goals, the balance between training and life, and the mental strength required in ultra running. The discussion also delves into the dynamics of FKTs, the competitive spirit in racing, and Emily's future plans for upcoming races and adventures.Follow Emily's Adventures On Insta: "emilyin.thewild"

Steven Kornhaus is an American trail and ultra runner, YouTuber, and podcast host. He discovered trail and ultra running through YouTube and was inspired by Billy Yang's "The Why". After trying trail running, he fell in love with the sport and started his own YouTube channel, UltraTrailSteven, to share his passion. ​In addition to his YouTube channel, Steven hosts "The Adventure Jogger" podcast, where he shares inspiring stories from the trail running community. ​Steven has participated in numerous ultra-running events. In 2023, he completed the No Business 100-mile race in 24 hours, 51 minutes, and 24 seconds, finishing 20th overall. He also completed the Leadville Trail 100-mile race in 28 hours, 32 minutes, and 5 seconds, placing 192nd overall. ​He maintains an active presence on social media, sharing his running experiences and insights while being a father and husband.In this episode, Brad and Steven Kornhaus discuss their journeys in ultra running, including the challenges of injuries, the transition to ultra marathons, and the evolution of training and nutrition. They share personal experiences, memorable adventures, and the importance of community support in the ultra running scene. In this conversation, Steven Kornhaus and Brad delve into the intricacies of ultra running, discussing the importance of elevation training, the role of coaching, and the balance between family life and running. They share personal experiences with injuries, recovery, and the mental aspects of training, emphasizing the significance of understanding one's body and the value of communication in relationships. The discussion also touches on the challenges of returning to running after injury and setting future goals.Stevens Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UltraTrailStevenAdventure Jogger Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAdventureJoggerPodcas-jp2rb

Running has taught me a ton of things about myself. I knew this would happen, but what I didnt see coming was how it would give me perspective to my entire life. Here is something that I have figure out recently which I think should propel me forward in my running journey!

So much to talk about this week as we start to come to the end of 2024. I have learned so much and I want to share some things with you that have been coming into perspective over the last few weeks. We got a backyard ultra coming on December 14th. Let's talk about how that's going to shake out. Lastly let's start looking ahead to our next big ultra marathon.

This podcast will break down the 2024 Javelina Jundred 100! During this podcast I will start by answering a lot of questions that I had going into the race that I wish I could have had answered. Next I talk about the power of experience in this sport and how it saved me time after time throughout the day. I then go through each loop and how the day unfolded all the way up to the finish line. We finish with whats next and the mentorship for 2025 that can be found at www.50kready.com/50k

This week is jam packed full of ultra marathon tips. I learned so much when I was training for Canyons, but this time training for Javelina Jundred has been one learning experience after another. I want to talk the last few weeks of training and the high and lows that came and how I battled through the lows. We end with a 6 Hour, as miles as you can run, race I ran today. I PRed my marathon and 50k to finish on the podium. Want to know how many miles? Oh, it's in there. If you wanna try out Mount to Coast shoes us BRAD8 at checkout to get 8% off.

This week I took on the NJ Segment of the Appalachian Trail in the hopes of finishing it in less than 24 hours. In this episode I will talk about that 24 hour adventure with my buddy Jake. Ill talk about the logistics of this trip, how we chose our direction, the things I learned, the unforgettable experiences I had, and how this works into my training for the Javelina Jundred in October.