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Jan. 12, 2024

Karen Ellis: From Half-Marathons to Western States 100 With “The Active Joe” Sponsor Entry & Tips for How You Could Be Selected, Too!

Karen Ellis's transformation from a casual runner to an ultramarathon finisher is a tale that echoes the sentiment of pushing beyond one's perceived limits. It's a narrative that resonates deeply within the running community and encapsulates the jou…

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Jan. 5, 2024

Spartan Races with Robert B. Foster: Similarities to Ultra Running and Why they Might Be a Great Compliment to your Ultra Training

When Rob Foster first stepped into the world of Spartan Ultra Races, little did he know that he was embarking on a transformative journey that would not only redefine his physical capabilities but also sharpen his mental resilience. This episode of …

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Dec. 30, 2023

Mastering Mountains: Bigfoot 200 Recap with Ultra Runner & Wildsense Co-Owner Jason Hanley

Imagine lacing up your running shoes, standing at the starting line, and staring down a trail that stretches for 200 miles with over 40,000ft of climbing. That's exactly what ultra runner Jason Hanley did when he took on the formidable Bigfoot 200-m…

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Dec. 22, 2023

Running for a Cause: Veteran Runner Lisa Decker Previews the Annual Snowdrop 55hr Ultra, in Support of Pediatric Cancer

In our latest podcast episode, we had an enriching conversation with Lisa Decker, a veteran ultra runner. Lisa shared her passion for running, her compelling experiences with the Snowdrop 55-Hour Ultra, a unique fundraising event for pediatric cance…

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Dec. 15, 2023

Kelli Means’ Business: From First-Time Volunteer to Ultra Marathon Finisher

Ultra running - the ultimate test of endurance and determination. For many, the thought of running a marathon is daunting enough, let alone tackling an ultra marathon. But for Kelli Means, a therapist turned ultra runner, the call of the trail was t…

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Dec. 7, 2023

Conquering Moab: Insider Story from Two-Time Moab 240 Finisher Casey Sanders

In the world of running, endurance is everything. But how does one transition from being the last pick in gym class to finishing grueling ultra-marathons? Our latest podcast episode features an enlightening conversation with Casey Sanders, who achie…

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Dec. 6, 2023

Stuart Secker: Adventures And Lessons From International Ultra Running

Endurance running is more than just a physical challenge; it is a journey of self-discovery, a test of one's willpower and mental strength. This was revealed in our enlightening conversation with ultra-runner Stuart Secker on the Choose to Endure po…

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Nov. 18, 2023

Breaking the 50K Barrier: My Emotional First Ultra Marathon Adventure

In the latest episode of the Choose to Endure Podcast, host Richard Gleave takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through his experience running his first Ultra Marathon, the Lighthouse Hill Ranch 50K. Richard strips away the mystique of ultra r…

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