About this episode

Mike McKnight discusses his experiences and challenges as an elite ultrarunner.

Mike McKnight - elite American ultrarunner renowned for his dominance in 200-mile and longer trail races. A multiple-time champion and course-record holder, including victories at the Bigfoot 200, Tahoe 200, Moab 240, Cocodona 250, and Arizona Monster 300. He is widely recognized as one of the sport's top endurance athletes. Follow Mike: https://www.instagram.com/mikejmcknight/  Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Timestamps: 00:00:00 – The Dark McKnight & Winning the 200 Mile Race Triple Crown 00:06:25 – Finding a Love for Multi Day Races 00:13:52 – The Growth of Ultra Running & Grassroots Running Nostalgia 00:19:41 – The Super Bowl of Ultras: Cocodona 00:19:41 – Mike’s favorite Races 00:26:26 – Running at Hayward Track, a Fun Run, & Shooting at The Bow Rack 00:35:38 – Running Cocodona 2026 & it’s Epic Stories 00:49:00 – The Arizona Trail Frustrations & Goals 00:54:00 – Hardships of Being a Race Director 00:57:48 – Trying New Things to Avoid Burnout 00:50:04 – Difficulties of Being a Dad While While Running Races 01:03:09…

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