The Appalachian Trail Reset: Katie’s Path to Mental Clarity & Finding Ultras
About this episode
Katie shares her journey from burnout in high-level sports to finding her passion in trail and ultra running.
This week on the Dirt and Vert Podcast, we are sitting down with Katie , an athlete whose endurance resume is as diverse as it is impressive. From the structured intensity of collegiate rowing and professional triathlons to the rugged freedom of the Appalachian Trail , Katie has seen it all. We dive into how she navigated high-level burnout to find her passion again in the trail and ultra world—culminating in her unique (and digestive-defying) victory at the Taco Bell 50K . Katie breaks down how she balanced a "Fourth Meal" with race-pace miles, the lessons she carried off the AT, and why she’s traded the Ironman asphalt for the dirt of the upcoming Arizona Trail . Whether you're looking for professional training insights or just want to hear how one survives a 31-mile burrito run, this episode is a masterclass in versatility.
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