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Jade Belzberg shares her inspiring journey in ultra running, discussing her strategies and the importance of enjoyment in the sport.

Jade Belzburg: The Quiet Strength Behind the Ultra TrailI Star "I just kept telling myself that I was doing the best I could and I wanted to stay relaxed because while I was solely focused on being in the canal path, I was also aware that there were a lot of miles left after I got off of the canal path." - Jade Belzberg on her way to win the 2025 JFK50 This episode is sponsored by Thrive Protein | Canadian made supplements, nutrition, and hydration to fuel all your adventures. Check them out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thrive Protein⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use the code RUNEGADE to save 20% off your order. This episode, we sit down with Jade Belzburg, an inspiring Canadian ultra runner whose journey exemplifies curiosity, discipline, and authentic passion for the trails. Jade’s story reveals how relentless curiosity and love for the sport can propel you forward. Her racing career spans over 70 races and some of the most challenging terrains, all while maintaining a sense of joy and purpose. In this episode: Jade shares her unconventional entry into ultra running, shifting from a non-athletic background to racing She discusses her approach to race strategy, including pacing, nutrition, and mental tactics…

People in this episode

Hosts: Mark, Todd

Guest: Jade Belzberg

Topics covered

• ultra running
• race strategy
• mental tactics
• nutrition
• enjoyment in sports

Keywords

• ultra running
• race strategy
• Jade Belzberg
• Thrive Protein
• JFK50
• mental tactics
• nutrition

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