Today, we've got an extraordinary guest who truly personifies the spirit of relentless improvement—Mika Thewes. She has not only completed the grueling Bigfoot 200 ultra-marathon five times but has also managed to get faster with each and every race! In this episode, we'll delve into Mika's journey from her first Bigfoot 200 to her recent defending win and course record. How does one continuously up their game in one of the most challenging races out there? Mika is here to break down her evolution, offering unparalleled insights that could help both seasoned racers and newcomers alike. "You don't have to run very fast to have a fast finish" - Mika
Check out Luke Nelson, Mika's coach
EP 676: Runners' Rescue: The Trail Triage Toolkit
EP 675: Balancing Act - Running and Living
EP 674: Gut Check: Managing GI Distress
EP 673: It Starts with the Feet
EP 672: Running on Motivation: Tactics to Move
EP 671: Balancing Stamina and Durability
EP 670: Part 2- Decoding Longevity: Lessons from 'Outlive'
EP 669: Safety, Innovating Runner Security
EP 668: Running with Science
EP 667: Voices Within: Navigating the Mind's Mind
EP 666: Ultrarunning for Normal People
EP 665: The Runner's Renaissance: A Fresh Start
EP 664: Decoding Longevity: Lessons from 'Outlive'
EP 663: Endurance Lessons from Rowing Across the Atlantic
EP 662: From Random Words to Trail Tales: A Lighthearted Ultrarunning Discussion
EP 661: Classic Ultramarathon Beginnings
EP 660: BONUS MILES- From Metabolic Profiling to Peak Health
EP 659: The Endurance Eats Enigma: What to Consume When the Miles Add Up
EP 658: Fueling for Endurance
EP 657: From Start to Finish: Laying out Your Running Calendar
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