Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Well, we've reached the finish line.  Episode 190 is the final episode of the Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast.  In this final episode, we feature the Herd.  You get to hear from many of the amazing people that make up this great community.

Jefé gives his sincere thanks to all the people that made this podcast so special.  From the Big Ass Runner crew, the many guests, the Herd members who have shared their stories and their "why's".  To Coach Greg and Coach Melody for sharing their wisdom, and for Steve "Cinnamon Bear" Saunders for sharing his creative gifts. Thank you!

Get out there and hit those trails, and keep running your asses off!

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We recommend Trail Shorts Liners and Socks from XOSkin, discount code "BAR" for 10% off
We recommend Trail apparel and Rain jackets from Janji discount code "BAR15" for 15% off
We recommend Blaze Trails for races in the greater north Texas area
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

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Audio Engineer: Steve "Cinnamon Bear" Saunders

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We celebrate our second to last episode by bringing you a very special edition of the show.  All four of the original Big Ass Runner Crew share their memories, experiences, and stories from the last four years.

Join us as we sit around Jefé's Big Ass Couch and share some laughs and tears on our way to the conclusion of the Big Ass Runner.

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We recommend Trail Shorts Liners and Socks from XOSkin, discount code "BAR" for 10% off
We recommend Trail apparel and Rain jackets from Janji discount code "BAR15" for 15% off
We recommend Blaze Trails for races in the greater north Texas area
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast? We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Cinnamon Bear" Saunders

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Do you bio-hack?  What does that even mean?  Where does sauna fit, what are the benefits, and what does the science say?  We dig into this topic, and find out if Jefé made the plunge into sauna.  

And we talk a lot about different seasons of life.  Well Big Ass Runner Herd member Rick Bonam is in a season where he is running toward the trails.  You'll love his perspective on this new season, and why he follows the manta, "find your trail"!

Plus, Jeff shares the things he is thankful for in this season.  

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We recommend Trail Shorts Liners and Socks from XOSkin, discount code "BAR" for 10% off
We recommend Trail apparel and Rain jackets from Janji discount code "BAR15" for 15% off
We recommend Blaze Trails for races in the greater north Texas area
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast? We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Cinnamon Bear" Saunders

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You'll love hearing from Alan Davis, Executive Director of Whitefish Legacy Partners, whose goal is protecting the preserving the trails in Whitefish, Montana. Their Whitefish Trail Legacy Run helps ensure that happens - a great event and great cause.  One you'll want to add to your racing calendar.

And in the second segment, Jeff details his experience at RunLab in Austin, where he finds out if improving his gait is even possible. What do their data scientists discover and can a Clydesdale get better?

Plus Jeff shares two Apple Podcasts reviews - five stars?  We'll find out.  

Episode 90 line-up:

Intro: Caleb Dille @calebdille
Pre Show: New Reviews
Segment One: A Must-do Montana Ultra
Shoutout & Kudos: Dusty Fonzo @phanzoo
 Segment Two: Improving Your Gait 

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We recommend Trail Running apparel at Path Projects
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off.
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

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Audio Engineer: Steve "Say it Isn't So" Saunders

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New YouTube channel ->YouTube

BigAssRunner.com
More content on IG @big_ass_runner


We recommend Trail Shorts Liners and Socks from XOSkin, discount code "BAR" for 10% off
We recommend Trail apparel and Rain jackets from Janji discount code "BAR15" for 15% off
We recommend Blaze Trails for races in the greater north Texas area
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast? We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Cinnamon Bear" Saunders

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Nutrition expert Eve Pearson joins Jeff to talk about some very important nutrition tips every trail runner needs to consider.  Find out what two key insights helped change Jeff's mindset about food.

And in the second segment, Marcie Bazor answers the Big Ass Runner Herd questions on the top of everyone's mind. Find out when she'll be running her first trail race and where she got her laugh.

Plus Jeff shares the latest Path Projects gear hot off the presses.

Episode 89 line-up:

Intro: Ben Mead
Pre Show: New Path Projects gear you need to hear about
Segment One: Trail Runner Nutrition with Eve Pearson @nutriworksinc
Shoutout & Kudos: Aukland, New Zealand
 Segment Two: Ask Marcie Anything (feat. the Bazors)

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We recommend Trail Running apparel at Path Projects
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off.
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

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Audio Engineer: Steve "Chaka Khan" Saunders

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New YouTube channel ->YouTube

BigAssRunner.com
More content on IG @big_ass_runner


We recommend Trail Shorts Liners and Socks from XOSkin, discount code "BAR" for 10% off
We recommend Trail apparel and Rain jackets from Janji discount code "BAR15" for 15% off
We recommend Blaze Trails for races in the greater north Texas area
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast? We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Cinnamon Bear" Saunders

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You don't want to miss Episode 88 as we get to know the fun and fantastic Kelly Fain! Find out where she developed her love for burritos and what is currently stirring her heart.

Plus we play a game of Trail Running Trivia with the Bazors and have a very unexpected winner. Can you beat pre-runner Marcie?

And Jeff has a new piece of gear you'll want to hear about.  All that and more on Episode 88 of the Big Ass Runner!

Episode 88 line-up:

Intro: Landon Harrell @landonharrell
Pre Show: New gear you'll want to hear about
Segment One: Inside the Herd feat. Kelly Fain @moonstonekelly
Shoutout & Kudos: Denny Hodge @_the_mad_1
 Segment Two: Train Running Trivia (feat. The Bazors)

BigAssRunner.com
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We recommend Trail Running apparel at Path Projects
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off.
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast?  We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Slice and Dice" Saunders

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New YouTube channel ->YouTube

BigAssRunner.com
More content on IG @big_ass_runner


We recommend Trail Shorts Liners and Socks from XOSkin, discount code "BAR" for 10% off
We recommend Trail apparel and Rain jackets from Janji discount code "BAR15" for 15% off
We recommend Blaze Trails for races in the greater north Texas area
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast? We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Cinnamon Bear" Saunders

#trailrunning
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Get to know the amazing Denver Isom in our third installment of "Inside the Herd".  Find out what led him to trail running and what special race he is currently training for. 

Plus the Bazors are back and you get to meet another member of the family.  Find out what happens when you combine a pre-runner with a trail runner.

And hear about the Big Ass Runner Crew's experience at the Grasslands Half Marathon complete with secret audio.  What was Timmy Time wearing?

Episode 87 line-up:

Intro: Jacqueline Carrillo @jbv714
Pre Show: Our Grasslands Half Marathon Adventure
Segment One: Inside the Herd feat. Denver Isom @run__denver_run
Shoutout & Kudos: Kyle buckley @kylebuckleyy
 Segment Two: The Bazors (feat. Charli Bazor)

BigAssRunner.com
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We recommend Trail Running apparel at Path Projects
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off.
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast?  We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Sassafras" Saunders

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New YouTube channel ->YouTube

BigAssRunner.com
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We recommend Trail Shorts Liners and Socks from XOSkin, discount code "BAR" for 10% off
We recommend Trail apparel and Rain jackets from Janji discount code "BAR15" for 15% off
We recommend Blaze Trails for races in the greater north Texas area
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast? We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Cinnamon Bear" Saunders

#trailrunning
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#runningpodcast

On Episode 86 of the Big Ass Runner Trail Running Podcast, you'll hear the second installment of the very powerful "Inside the Herd".  Get to know Kelly Black, a wife, mom, defender of justice and all around bad ass trail runner.  Find out why her family is not quite yet complete. 

And we do a quick recap of all that happened at Frozen Head National Park during the Barkley Marathons.  You won't believe what video nugget Jeff found while doing research. 

And, find out what the Big Ass Runner Crew thinks are the must-have running shorts.  All that and more on Episode 86 of the Big Ass Runner. 

Episode 86 line-up:

Intro: Steve Saunders
Pre Show: The best trail running shorts
Segment One: The Barkley Marathons Recap
Shoutout & Kudos: Brooke Benner
 Segment Two:  Inside the Herd with Kelly Black @lovegoesthedistance

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We recommend Trail Running apparel at Path Projects
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off.
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast?  We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Summer Sausage" Saunders

#trailrunning
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New YouTube channel ->YouTube

BigAssRunner.com
More content on IG @big_ass_runner


We recommend Trail Shorts Liners and Socks from XOSkin, discount code "BAR" for 10% off
We recommend Trail apparel and Rain jackets from Janji discount code "BAR15" for 15% off
We recommend Blaze Trails for races in the greater north Texas area
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast? We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Cinnamon Bear" Saunders

#trailrunning
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Episode 85 is all about the Herd!  In segment one, hear Caroline Loveall's "Why I Run".  It will inspire and resonate deeply with those of us who tend to diminish our accomplishments.

And we unveil a brand new segment called "Inside the Herd".  Get to know long-time Herd member Andy Allen and find out what keeps him motivated, what race he is training for, and what major obstacle he's overcome that brings perspective to his life.  You'll love this segment!

And, Jeff has an exciting announcement that will benefit the entire Big Ass Runner Herd.  All that and more on Episode 85 of the Big Ass Runner.

Episode 85 line-up:

Intro: Jesse Ortt @jesse_ortt
Pre Show: Exciting announcement
Segment One: Why I Run with Caroline Loveall @cynicalcaroline
Shoutout & Kudos: Caroline Loveall @cynicalcaroline
 Segment Two:  Inside the Herd with Andy Allen @the.andy.allen

BigAssRunner.com
More content on IG @big_ass_runner

We recommend Trail Running apparel at Path Projects
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off.
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast?  We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Sufferin' Succotash" Saunders

#trailrunning
#trailrunningpodcast
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New YouTube channel ->YouTube

BigAssRunner.com
More content on IG @big_ass_runner


We recommend Trail Shorts Liners and Socks from XOSkin, discount code "BAR" for 10% off
We recommend Trail apparel and Rain jackets from Janji discount code "BAR15" for 15% off
We recommend Blaze Trails for races in the greater north Texas area
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast? We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Cinnamon Bear" Saunders

#trailrunning
#trailrunningpodcast
#runningpodcast

What is the best way to recover after a really long run or race?  Running physical therapist Dr. Lisa is back on the show to dole out some tasty wisdom nuggets.  How effective are epsom salt baths?  What's one of the first things you do right after a run?  Find out from Dr. Lisa.

And Marcie Bazor is back to see how she is progressing in her trail running knowledge.  We give her some common trail running terms to see how she is doing.  How many can you get right?

And, Jeff shares some awesome reviews from the Big Ass Runner Herd.  All that and more on Episode 84 of the Big Ass Runner.

Episode 84 line-up:

Intro: Magic Lucy @_magic_lucy
Pre Show: Listener Reviews
Segment One: Long Run Recovery with Dr. Lisa Mitro @dr.lisa.dpt
Shoutout & Kudos: Joseph Fuller @justrunfuller
 Segment Two:  Trail Running Terms with Marcie Bazor and Timmy Time

BigAssRunner.com
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We recommend Trail Running apparel at Path Projects
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off.

Starting a podcast?  We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Summer Sausage" Saunders

#trailrunning
#trailrunningpodcast
#runningpodcast

New YouTube channel ->YouTube

BigAssRunner.com
More content on IG @big_ass_runner


We recommend Trail Shorts Liners and Socks from XOSkin, discount code "BAR" for 10% off
We recommend Trail apparel and Rain jackets from Janji discount code "BAR15" for 15% off
We recommend Blaze Trails for races in the greater north Texas area
We recommend Trail Running jackets and vests at Vander Jacket
We recommend Chafing Cream at Salty Britches, discount code "bigassrunner" for 20% off
We recommend Nutrition Guidance with Nutriworks

Starting a podcast? We recommend Buzzsprout for hosting.

Audio Engineer: Steve "Cinnamon Bear" Saunders

#trailrunning
#trailrunningpodcast
#runningpodcast