Episode 106: Pregnancy, Cocodona, and the Chaos of Trying to Do It All

Episode 106: Pregnancy, Cocodona, and the Chaos of Trying to Do It All

From The Trail Network Podcast by The Trail Network Podcast

May 14, 2026 · 48 min

About this episode

Leah and Hilary discuss pregnancy, ultrarunning, and the challenges of balancing motherhood with athletic pursuits.

After a couple missed recording attempts and a very full few weeks, Leah and Hilary finally sit down to catch up. Hilary shares her pregnancy news and what the last few months have looked like balancing training, work, commentary, and just trying to survive the first trimester. The conversation also dives into Cocodona, Rachel Entrekin’s massive performance, the growing momentum behind women’s ultrarunning, and the different ways athletes navigate motherhood, racing, and identity within the sport. They also touch on Western States training camp season, postpartum running, Hilary’s upcoming film premiere, and why this era of trail running feels especially exciting right now. This episode is edited and produced by the Sandyboy Productions Podcast Network. A big shout out to our new sponsor ⁠⁠Precision Fuel & Hydration⁠⁠. Go to ⁠⁠pfandh.com⁠⁠ to crush your next race with a personalized fuel & hydration plan. Use code "TTNP15" at checkout. A special thank you to Osprey for supporting this episode. Visit Osprey.com to explore their incredible products!

People in this episode

Hosts: Leah, Hilary

Topics covered

  • pregnancy
  • ultrarunning
  • motherhood
  • training
  • Cocodona
  • Western States
  • postpartum running

Keywords

  • pregnancy
  • Cocodona
  • ultrarunning
  • motherhood
  • Western States
  • postpartum running
  • athletes
  • training
  • film premiere

Sponsors

Precision Fuel & Hydration, Osprey

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sandyboy Productions Podcast Network

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