Ep. 292 - Training Updates: Pisgah 50k, Goggins Challenge, & Moab 240 In 2 Weeks!
This week I'm sharing real time updates on my recent training sessions as I get closer to running the Moab 240. And we'll also discuss the planning, logistics, crewing and pacing plan for Moab. Stick around until the end for some validation from me about why it's important that you run! ⭐️ GET THE FREE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM
Ep. 291 - DNF Drama - My Battle with Bloodroot 50K Results
What happens when you finish a 50K…but the official results say otherwise?That’s exactly what happened to me back in May when I ran the Bloodroot 50K. I crossed the finish line. I’ve got the pictures & the Garmin data to prove it. But a couple weeks later, a former client emailed me to say: “Not sure if you know this, but UltrasignUp has you listed as a DNF.”Cue five months of back-and-forth with Spartan (the race organizer), unanswered emails, dead ends, and more marketing emails in my inbox than I can count.And here’s the thing: this isn’t about me being salty that my UltrasignUp ranking shows a DNF. I’ve DNF’d before - no shame there. What frustrates me is what this says about how some race organizations are treating runners.Because if this had been your first 50K? If you put your heart, soul, and Saturday mornings into training…showed up nervous but ready…crossed that finish line…and then found out you were listed as a DNF? That would sting. Bad.In this episode, I’m breaking down:The messy reality of my Bloodroot 50K results sagaWhy I think some race organizations have lost sight of their runnersWhat this experience taught me as a coach (and former RD)Why you deserve credit for your work—especially if it’s your first ultraI’ll keep you posted on whether Spartan ever corrects this mistake. But in the meantime, if you’ve had something similar happen—don’t give up. Keep asking for what you’ve earned. You deserve to be seen.⭐️ GET THE FREE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM
Ep. 290 - From Panic to Prepared: Salvaging Your Training With 6 Weeks Until Race Day
We’ve all been there…You take one day off from training.Then one day turns into two.Two turns into seven.And before you know it, weeks have gone by and your race is right around the corner. Cue the “oh shit” moment.If your race is only 6–8 weeks away and your training has completely fallen apart, what do you do? Do you just throw in the towel? Or is there a way to right the ship and get yourself back on track?In this episode, I’m walking you through a step-by-step process to help you figure out where things went wrong, how to reset, and what to prioritize with the time you have left. We’ll cover:How to analyze why you fell off track (without beating yourself up)The one shift that matters most if you want to salvage your race prepWhat skills to focus on in the final weeks leading up to race dayWhy consistency will always win over cramming extra milesHow to recalibrate your mindset so you feel confident—whether you toe the line or decide this isn’t your raceSometimes the smartest move is to show up and salvage what you can. Other times, the boldest decision is to pull back and live to train another day. Either way, you’ll come out of this episode with clarity, confidence, and a plan.Oh—and if you’re already looking ahead to 2026? Don’t miss my Annual Training Plan Workshop coming up soon. Make sure you’re in my Run Your First 50k Facebook group or on my email list so you don’t miss the details.⭐️ GET THE FREE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM
Ep. 289 - No Hills? No Excuse: How to Train for Elevation Anywhere
Flat terrain? No problem. Learn how to train for race-day climbs with the tools you already have.Think you can’t train for an ultra with elevation because you live in the city or someplace flat? Think again. 🏙️⛰️In this episode, I’m breaking down how to prepare for the ups and downs of race day—even if your “hills” look more like parking garage ramps or stairwells.You’ll learn:👉 Why you must understand your race profile before you train👉 How to make the most of the hills (or tiny bumps) you do have👉 Creative ways to build climbing power when you’ve got zero elevation nearbyElevation doesn’t have to be the thing that stops you from running your first (or farthest) ultra. With a little strategy and creativity, you can get the work done no matter where you live.⭐️ GET THE FREE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM
Ep. 288 - T-minus 6 Weeks Until Moab 240
Let the freak out begin! (Just kidding...I think.) Here's a quick recap of what I've been focusing on the last couple of weeks and these are also things that you can be doing to prep for your race too! ⭐️ GET THE FREE ULTIMATE 50K TRAINING TOOLKIT 🔥 JOIN THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS COACHING MEMBERSHIP 🛍️ SHOP THE SHE RUNS ULTRAS STORE ➡️ CLICK HERE TO JOIN MY PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM 📝 IF I HELPED YOU RUN YOUR FIRST ULTRA, FILL OUT THIS FORM