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MWM Episode 95 - Its Hot! - Earn Your Fall Fitness
Jun 24, 2026
22m 36s
MWM Episode 94 - The Weight of the Goal
May 29, 2026
19m 14s
MWM Episode 93 - Don't Quit in the Middle
May 6, 2026
16m 11s
MWM Episode 92 - Doing What it Takes
Apr 28, 2026
21m 05s
MWM Episode 91 - Don't Listen to That Voice
Apr 22, 2026
15m 15s
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| 6/24/26 | ![]() MWM Episode 95 - Its Hot! - Earn Your Fall Fitness | As temperatures rise and summer training settles in, many runners find themselves asking the same question: "Why am I so much slower than I was a few months ago?" In this Midweek Motivation episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, ultrarunner and ultrarunning coach David Theriot shares an important reminder for every runner grinding through the heat and humidity: the work you're doing now is building the fitness you'll rely on later. With Western States just around the corner and many runners preparing for fall marathons, trail races, 50Ks, 100 milers, and 200-mile ultra racing adventures, it's easy to focus on race-day performances and finish-line celebrations. What we don't see are the countless training miles, early mornings, difficult workouts, and uncomfortable summer runs that make those moments possible. David explores why summer training often feels discouraging, why pace can be a misleading metric during hot-weather running, and how endurance fitness is built beneath the surface long before the results become visible. In This Episode Why heat and humidity slow every runner down The difference between effort and pace during summer training How ultrarunning fitness develops over time Why consistency beats intensity The "summer deposit" mindset for endurance athletes Lessons from Western States and elite ultra racing Building earned confidence through the training process How today's choices create tomorrow's race-day success One of the biggest mistakes runners make is expecting immediate results. Endurance sports don't work that way. The long run you complete today may not reveal its value until mile 18 of your marathon, mile 75 of your 100-miler, or deep into your next ultrarunning adventure. Every run is a deposit. Every early morning matters. Every hot, uncomfortable mile is helping build the runner you'll become. Whether you're training for your first race, chasing a personal best, preparing for a 100-mile finish, or tackling your next ultra racing challenge, this episode is a reminder to trust the process and keep showing up. The fitness you're building today may not be visible yet—but it's there. Work with Run the Riot Coaching Looking for guidance on your next race, ultrarunning goal, or endurance challenge? David Theriot provides personalized coaching for runners of all experience levels, from first-time trail runners to experienced ultrarunners preparing for ultras. Learn more about coaching here: http://www.theriot.run/coaching Listen, Watch, and Connect Website:http://www.theriot.run YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@runtheriot | 22m 36s | ||||||
| 5/29/26 | ![]() MWM Episode 94 - The Weight of the Goal✨ | Bigfoot 200 trainingDiscipline vs motivation+5 | — | — | — | ultramarathontraining+6 | — | 19m 14s | |
| 5/6/26 | ![]() MWM Episode 93 - Don't Quit in the Middle✨ | motivationrunning+3 | — | — | — | pushing throughrunning+3 | — | 16m 11s | |
| 4/28/26 | ![]() MWM Episode 92 - Doing What it Takes✨ | traininggoal setting+3 | — | Luke 16:10 | — | runningultra+3 | — | 21m 05s | |
| 4/22/26 | ![]() MWM Episode 91 - Don't Listen to That Voice✨ | mental enduranceovercoming challenges+3 | — | — | — | mental strengthquitting+5 | — | 15m 15s | |
| 4/15/26 | ![]() MWM Episode 90 - Show Up Anyway✨ | mindset of showing updiscipline and consistency+3 | — | — | — | motivationconsistency+8 | — | 20m 09s | |
| 2/27/26 | ![]() EP 190 - From Back Surgery to Boston: Ryane Broussard’s 20-Year Goal✨ | perseverancerunning community+5 | Ryane Broussard | — | TexasSouth Louisiana | runningBoston Marathon+8 | — | 1h 03m 50s | |
| 2/25/26 | ![]() MWM Episode 89 - Relentless Forward Progress✨ | ultramarathon mindsetmental toughness+4 | — | Relentless | — | ultrarunningChristian motivation+4 | — | 21m 25s | |
| 2/7/26 | ![]() EP189 - The Long Game: Injury, Identity, and the Ultrarunner’s Comeback - Melanie Mathews✨ | ultrarunninginjury+4 | Melanie Mathews | — | Nebraska | ultrarunninginjury+5 | — | 1h 19m 34s | |
| 1/28/26 | ![]() MWM Episode 88 - Stop Waiting Until You're Ready✨ | motivationtaking action+3 | — | — | — | motivationaction+3 | — | 18m 40s | |
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| 1/24/26 | ![]() EP188 - When FKTs Break You (and Make You Stronger): Katie Gunvalson✨ | Fastest Known Timeultrarunning+4 | Katie Gunvalson | — | Pacific Crest TrailArizona Trail+2 | ultrarunningFKT+6 | — | 1h 16m 26s | |
| 1/16/26 | ![]() EP187 - Built by Consistency: Chris Avery’s Ultra Journey✨ | ultrarunningconsistency+4 | Chris Avery | — | — | ultrarunnerconsistency+5 | — | 1h 00m 26s | |
| 1/14/26 | ![]() MWM Episode 87 - Building Your Pain Cave✨ | pain cavemental preparation+3 | — | — | — | pain cavemental training+3 | — | 15m 09s | |
| 1/10/26 | ![]() EP186 - Executing the Vision: Phillip Klinkner’s Road to the Badger Slam and 200 Miles✨ | ultrarunningtraining strategies+3 | Phillip Klinkner | — | — | ultrarunnertraining+6 | — | 1h 13m 49s | |
| 12/31/25 | ![]() MWM Episode 86 - The Skill Every Ultrarunner Needs in the New Year | The Skill Every Ultrarunner Needs in the New Year The start of a new year brings motivation, fresh goals, and big plans—but for ultrarunners, that energy can be a double-edged sword. In this episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, we talk about one of the most important (and overlooked) skills in ultrarunning: training patience. This isn’t about doing less—it’s about doing the right things at the right time so you can stay healthy, consistent, and excited about training all year long. Drawing from years of coaching ultrarunners and recent conversations on the podcast, including insights from athletes who have stayed competitive for decades, this episode focuses on how patience protects long-term progress. January isn’t the race. It’s the foundation. If you’ve ever felt the urge to ramp up too fast, chase fitness early, or “win January,” this episode will help reframe how you approach the new year. What you’ll hear in this episode: Why January motivation often leads to mid-season burnout or injury How training patience becomes a competitive advantage in ultrarunning The difference between being disciplined and being reckless with volume Why connective tissue, recovery, and consistency matter more than big weeks How experienced ultrarunners think long-term instead of chasing short-term wins A better way to set New Year goals that actually last Whether you’re training for your first ultra or planning another season of ultra racing, this conversation will help you start the year with intention—and stay in the game. Want help building a patient, sustainable training plan? If you’re looking for guidance from an experienced ultrarunning coach, learn more about Run the Riot coaching here:http://www.theriot.run/coaching | 19m 10s | ||||||
| 12/24/25 | ![]() MWM Episode 85 - Choose Joy | Life doesn’t always give us a choice in what happens — but it does give us a choice in how we respond. In this Midweek Motivation, we talk about what it really means to choose joy, even when life feels heavy. Not pretending things are easy. Not ignoring pain. But choosing gratitude, perspective, and faith in the middle of hard circumstances. This message is a reminder that joy isn’t a feeling reserved for perfect seasons. It’s a decision we can make — one step at a time. As we head into Christmas, this episode also challenges us to slow down, tune out the noise, and focus on what truly matters most. Why joy is a choice, not a mood How gratitude reshapes your mindset What endurance running teaches us about perspective Choosing joy in the middle of uncertainty A Christmas reminder about hope and what really matters Whether you’re out on a run, driving, or just needing a reset, this episode is here to encourage you to keep showing up — with gratitude and joy. Merry Christmas, my friends. | 13m 30s | ||||||
| 12/20/25 | ![]() EP185 - Still Competitive After 25 Years of Ultrarunning - Jeff Browning | Jeff “Bronco Billy” Browning returns to the Run the Riot podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on staying competitive in ultrarunning for decades, not just seasons. From rebuilding after tendonitis to preparing for Cocodona 250 and another run at Western States, Jeff shares practical insight every ultrarunner and ultrarunning coach can learn from. This episode covers what it really takes to manage big ultra racing goals, recover from hard efforts like the Colorado Trail, and keep showing up healthy—physically and mentally. In this episode, we talk about: Training for Cocodona 250 and managing a Western States double What Jeff learned from the Colorado Trail and why tendon and connective tissue damage often shows up months later Taking a rare full month off running and rebuilding intelligently Strength training for ultrarunners: heavy lifting, isometrics, mobility, and durability Ankle taping for technical trail racing and why Jeff tapes for every race Ultra shoe design: ideal drop, rocker, stack height, and stability for long distances Nutrition, recovery, and why Jeff prioritizes protein for longevity Coaching, family life, and balancing training with real-world responsibilities Mental resilience when races don’t go as planned and how to move forward as a competitor Show Notes: https://www.theriot.run/jeff-browning2 Whether you’re training for your first ultra, chasing a PR, or focused on staying healthy long-term, this episode is packed with real experience from one of the most durable ultrarunners in the sport. | 1h 06m 56s | ||||||
| 12/7/25 | ![]() EP184 - Chasing Miles, Not Perfection: Mason Phillips on Moab 240 and Learning as You Go | This week on the Run the Riot Podcast, we’re hanging out with ultrarunner Mason Phillips — and what a story this guy brings to the trail! From growing up in California to working remote trail systems in Alaska, Mason’s path to ultrarunning is as rugged and adventurous as the mountains he trains in. At just 26, he’s already crushed a 100-miler at Rio Del Lago and took on the monster that is the Moab 240 — and did it with grit, creativity, and just a little bit of chaos (spoiler: he carried dog food as training weight and wore trash bags for warmth during a bike race). We talk about: How Mason transitioned from college rugby to thru-hiking and long ultras The trail magic that led to meeting fellow ultrarunner Nick Fowler on the PCT Why he chose the Moab 240 as his first 200+ mile race What it was like running solo for nearly 100 miles without a crew His fueling, sleep strategy, and how he managed Alaska’s snow while training for a desert race Lessons learned, including why efficiency beats perfection every time And yes — he beat David Goggins. Mason brings a refreshing, raw perspective to the world of ultra racing — not everything has to be perfectly planned to achieve something incredible. If you’ve ever thought about going farther, pushing harder, or embracing the unknown in your running journey, this episode is for you. Video and show notes: http://www.theriot.run/masonp | 1h 04m 19s | ||||||
| 11/19/25 | ![]() MWM Episode 84 - More Than the Miles | This week, we’re talking about something most of us don’t slow down long enough to consider — identity. Not the surface-level kind. The deep, heart-level “who am I, really?” kind. A moment at a men’s retreat opened my eyes to how quickly we define ourselves (and others) by what we do. Someone called me “the ultra guy,” and while that’s part of my story, it’s not who I am. That pushed me into some honest reflection. In this episode, we get into: • Why performance-based identity is such a trap • How easy it is for good things — like running — to become labels • The danger of rooting your identity in something you can lose • What Scripture says about who we belong to • How running reveals character without defining identity • Why your unshakable identity anchors you through injury, age, success, or failure • How running becomes worship when it’s a gift, not your name If you’ve ever let a title, a role, or an achievement tell you who you are, this one’s for you. At the end of the episode, I share a song I wrote that captures this whole message — stick around for it. Thanks for listening, friends. Take a minute today to ask the hard question:What am I letting define me? Link to "Hidden in You" song: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/davidtheriot/hidden-in-you-special-version | 15m 05s | ||||||
| 11/17/25 | ![]() EP183 - Burgers, Blisters, and the Mammoth 200 – With Chad Bruce | Chad Bruce is back on the podcast, and this time he’s fresh off the Mammoth 200 — 200+ miles through the high country of the Eastern Sierras. From long stretches of soul-sucking gravel to alpine climbs and a thunderstorm finish that tested every ounce of grit, Chad takes us inside what it really takes to finish a race like this at age 52. We talk about how his training has shifted with age, what gear and nutrition worked (and what didn’t), how he balances racing with life, and the mental strategies that carry him through the lows. Whether you’re looking to run your first ultra or eyeing a 200-miler yourself, there’s something here for everyone. Mentioned in this episode: Mammoth 200, Moab 240, Cocodona 250, Bigfoot 200 Recovery and training tips for ultrarunners over 50 The role of mindset, mid-race nutrition, and sleep in 200s Follow Chad: Instagram: @chadbruce78 Learn more about coaching: www.theriot.run/coaching Episode Page: www.theriot.run/chadbruce2 Hashtags: #runtheriot #ultrarunningcoach #mammoth200 #ultrarunner #ultrarunning #ultraracing #trailrunner | 1h 20m 24s | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | ![]() MWM Episode 83 - The Comeback | Welcome back, friends! After a busy season, it’s time for a reset. Today isn’t about perfection — it’s about taking the next step. What we talk about: When life gets full and priorities shift Why stopping for a season doesn’t mean failure Recap: a powerful men’s retreat and lessons on identity Family updates (Jennifer’s knee surgery + travel softball chaos) Why the Heartland 100 got pushed — and why that’s OK Why comebacks don’t need to be dramatic The power of a single small step Today’s challenge: Choose one small action that moves you closer to the life, health, or goal you want. Just one. You don’t need: A new week A new month A perfect plan You just need to start. Quotes from the episode: “A pause isn’t the end.” “The finish line isn’t for people who never struggle — it’s for those who refuse to quit.” “Momentum changes everything.” I’m back behind the mic. Interviews are coming. New episodes are coming. Let’s reset together — and move the needle. | 11m 17s | ||||||
| 9/30/25 | ![]() EP182 - The OFM Advantage: Fuel Less, Go Farther with Peter Defty | In this episode of Run the Riot, we reconnect with Peter Defty, a pioneering force behind the fat-adapted movement in endurance sports. Peter is the man behind Vespa and OFM (Optimized Fat Metabolism), and today, he shares powerful insights into how ultrarunners can unlock performance, recover faster, and sustain longevity by training their bodies to burn fat as a primary fuel source. We dive into: Peter’s first 100-miler at the hottest Western States ever recorded 🌡️ How Vespa was inspired by a Japanese study of a wasp species The science behind OFM and how it improves fat utilization Why many athletes suffer from GI issues—and how OFM can solve them Why it’s not about keto or carbs—it’s about balance and metabolic capacity Practical advice for those looking to transition to fat-adapted running The real cost of "science-backed" sports nutrition and how to cut out 75+ lbs of sugar annually How Vespa and OFM have helped elite athletes like Jeff Browning, Peter Mortimer, and Andrea Moore thrive in the sport for years Whether you’re an ultrarunning veteran or just starting to explore performance nutrition, this episode is packed with science, stories, and real-world results. Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/peterd | 1h 18m 50s | ||||||
| 9/19/25 | ![]() EP181 - Stacking 200s! Andrea Moore on Racing Multiple 200+ Mile Races Back-to-Back | In this episode of Run the Riot, ultrarunner Andrea Moore shares how a post-Boston road runner became a desert-loving, mountain-climbing 200-miler—finding joy, grit, and community along the way. We talk about the fire-shortened Oregon 200 experience, redemption arcs at Moab 240 and Tahoe 200, and what it really takes—physically, logistically, mentally—to string together Cocodona 250, Monster 300, and Summit 200. Andrea opens up about mindset over mileage, the power of gratitude, and how OFM/Vespa fueling helps her bounce back fast between huge efforts. What you’ll learn Mindset that lasts past mile 200: Why belief, gratitude, and adaptability keep you moving when the plan falls apart. Race-as-training strategy: How Andrea used back-to-back big efforts to prepare for Cocodona 250—and beyond. Fueling the long game (OFM + Vespa): What goes in during 200–300 mile races, why fat adaptation works for her, and how she manages electrolytes and calories. Logistics that don’t crumble: Pace charts vs. reality, packing for mountain weather swings, and building a flexible crew plan. Community matters: “Voluntary trauma bonding,” trading snacks at aid stations, and why ultra friends feel like family. Course character: How Monster 300’s southern AZ desert differs from the Cocodona storyline, what makes Summit 200 feel like a mountain family picnic, and how Tahoe 200 and Moab 240 teach humility. Episode highlights Leaving a 28-year banking career, moving to Flagstaff, and delivering mail—why service beats sales. From hating running to loving trails: the slippery slope that started at Rocky Raccoon 100K. The “burn the boats” approach to 200s—no plan B, only problem solving. Gear that works at 200+: belts vs. packs, why a bigger-volume vest matters when mandatory gear stacks up. Future goals: a 200-heavy calendar now, then technical vert focus (think Ouray/Speedgoat) on the way to Tour des Géants ambitions. More at http://www.theriot.run/andream | 1h 14m 39s | ||||||
| 9/3/25 | ![]() MWM Episode 82 - One Sentence Can Change Everything | Ever feel stuck? Like you’ve drifted too far off course and don’t know how to get back? In this Midweek Motivation, we talk about the power of one sentence — and how it can be the spark that changes everything. Inspired by Run the Riot athlete Phil Klinkner, this short episode unpacks the moment he stood still in the woods, took a deep breath, and said out loud:“Something has to change.” Whether you’re battling self-doubt, stuck in a rut, or just coasting through your week, this episode reminds you that you don’t need the full plan — you just need a starting point. That starting point might be a sentence. Listen to Phil’s full story here: www.theriot.run/philk Ready to make your own shift? Learn more about coaching: www.theriot.run/coaching | 14m 16s | ||||||
| 8/30/25 | ![]() EP180 - Chris Ange - Swamps, Spiders, and Sweat | In this episode of Run the Riot, we sit down with Christopher Ange from Sulphur, Louisiana. Chris shares his journey from growing up in Lake Charles surrounded by Cajun and Sicilian culture to becoming a passionate ultrarunner and race director. We talk about: His early days running the Crescent City Classic with his dad. Pacing a friend at his first 50K and discovering the trail running community. Founding the No Man’s Land Trail Run after hurricanes nearly destroyed local trails. The unique challenges and beauty of running in South Louisiana — humidity, banana spiders, gators, and all! Balancing family, work as a chemical engineer, and training for ultras. His experiences at Boston and Houston Marathons, and plans for the 100-mile distance at Lugaroo. More info: http://www.theriot.run/chrisr | 1h 11m 47s | ||||||
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