Tips on how to be a better endurance athlete, every day, directly from the world's best runners!
Whether you participate in endurance races as a hobby, or you're a competitive ultra-endurance athlete, this podcast will help you achieve your goals when it comes to racing, training, and recovery.
The show is hosted by Ultra-Endurance athlete, Joe Corcione, who has competed in Ultramarathons, Ultratriathlons, and Ironman races.
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From Thru Hiking to Ultrarunning and How They Can Change Your Life with Emma Lawson
Monday, October 5, 2026 • Duration 55:42
Emma Lawson went from completing the Pacific Crest Trail to discovering a love for ultrarunning—and just days before this conversation, she finished her first 50K.
In this episode, Emma shares how through hiking shaped her endurance mindset, how she rebuilt her training after injury, and what she learned from taking on her first ultra at Mammoth Trailfest.
You’ll learn: • How through hiking can build endurance and problem-solving skills • Why strength training became a game-changer for Emma’s 50K preparation • How to practice fueling before race day • What to do when a low point hits during an ultra • How community can shape your mindset and confidence • Why choosing races for the experience can make training more meaningful
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Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!
How to Train For An Ultra AND Show Up For Your Family
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 • Duration 01:06:24
Balancing ultrarunning with family life isn't easy. Between demanding training schedules, parenting, work, and relationships, finding time to pursue your goals can feel impossible. But what if you didn't have to choose between being a dedicated ultrarunner and being present for your family?
In this coaches roundtable episode, Carolyn and Christian discuss how they've navigated ultrarunning while raising children and maintaining relationships. They share practical strategies, personal experiences, and lessons on making training work around real life.
You'll learn:
How to build consistency when family responsibilities take priority
Why flexibility can make or break your training
Which workouts to prioritize when time is limited
How to plan races around your family's schedule
When a treadmill can make all the difference
How to balance ambitious goals with being present for your loved ones
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Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!
Want to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program?
Why One Bad Training Block Doesn't Define Your Race, with Matt Zupan
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 • Duration 01:01:08
Matt Zupan has built an ultrarunning career around doing a little bit of everything—from massive mountain linkups to some of the most competitive 100-mile races in the country. But his biggest lessons may have come from the races and training blocks that didn’t go according to plan.
Matt gets candid about failure, ego, pacing, expectations, and the mindset shift that helped him show up to Leadville with almost everything working against him. His story is a reminder that a messy training block doesn’t automatically mean a bad race and sometimes the biggest breakthrough comes from letting go of what you thought race day had to look like.
You’ll learn: •Why failed attempts can become some of your most valuable training •How to approach a race when your training block falls apart •Why controlling expectations can completely change race day •What mountains can teach you about handling the low points of an ultra •How to balance performance goals with the experiences that keep you motivated
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Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!
Sign up for our 100K and 50K races at Desertpeakultra.com
Sign up for our Backyard Ultra at endurebetter.com
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Ultrarunning Lessons from a Leadville 100 Winner with McKendree Hickory
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 • Duration 01:03:04
McKendree Hickory’s 2026 Leadville 100 win wasn’t just about being tough enough to run 100 miles. It was about mindset, identity, knowing when to push, knowing when to back off, and learning how to stay objective when your brain starts telling you a different story.
She also gets into what it actually looks like to train at a high level while working a full-time job, why genuinely easy running matters, and why confidence might not be the best thing to chase when you're doing something you've never done before.
You’ll learn: • How to build a more resilient identity around running • Why the story you tell yourself can change how you perform • How to interrupt negative thinking when an ultra gets hard • Why conviction can matter more than confidence • How to build confidence through smaller, repeatable wins • What genuinely easy running can look and feel like • How to prioritize training when you have a full-time job • Why consistency may matter more than chasing every training “hack” • How to keep showing up when the highs and lows inevitably come
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Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!
Sign up for our 100K and 50K races at Desertpeakultra.com
Sign up for our Backyard Ultra at endurebetter.com
FKTs, Mental Toughness, and Rewriting Your Life with Allison Powell
Sunday, September 20, 2026 • Duration 01:09:07
What does it actually take to keep moving when you’re completely on your own?
Allison Powell unpacks her experience completing an unsupported Tahoe to Yosemite FKT, the mental preparation that helped her navigate three days alone, and the behind-the-scenes work that went into Rewritten, the documentary following Jeff Garmire's Appalachian Trail FKT.
This conversation goes far beyond big-mile accomplishments. Allison shares practical lessons on decision-making under fatigue, preparing for the unknown, nutrition and logistics, and approaching difficult efforts with a growth mindset.
You’ll learn:
How to prepare mentally for the moments when your decision-making starts to deteriorate
Why creating decision trees before a race can preserve valuable mental bandwidth
How to break intimidating distances into manageable pieces
What unsupported efforts can teach you about preparation and self-reliance
How to turn mistakes and unexpected challenges into future advantages
Why giving yourself room to grow may be one of the most important parts of ultra training
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Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!
How to Run The Longest You've Ever Ran Before (And Not Die Trying)
Thursday, September 17, 2026 • Duration 01:14:35
Running farther than you ever have isn’t just about adding more miles. When the distance gets into unfamiliar territory, your training, pacing, fueling, mindset, and ability to manage the hard moments all start to matter in different ways.
In this episode, we break down what it actually takes to safely and successfully tackle a distance you’ve never run before without letting the excitement of a big goal turn into a disaster. Whether you’re training for your first ultra or pushing toward a distance that scares you a little, these lessons can help you approach big mileage with more confidence and a better strategy.
You’ll learn: • How to prepare your body for unfamiliar distances • Why pacing becomes even more important as the miles pile up • The fueling mistakes that can derail a long run • How to recognize when to push and when to back off • The mental skills that help you keep moving when things get hard • What changes when you go farther than you’ve ever gone before
SHOW LINKS:
Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!
Sign up for our 100K and 50K races at Desertpeakultra.com
Sign up for our Backyard Ultra at endurebetter.com
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How to Finish a 100 Mile Ultramarathon Strong with Kareem Afzal
Saturday, September 12, 2026 • Duration 59:34
Kareem Afzal’s journey to the Leadville 100 is anything but ordinary. After a life-threatening illness, major lifestyle changes, years of endurance racing, and multiple failed attempts at 100 miles, Kareem finally found the combination of training, mindset, recovery, and support that changed everything.
In this episode, Kareem breaks down what he learned from working with a coach, why more mileage isn’t always better, how speed work transformed his ultrarunning. His story is a reminder that becoming a better ultrarunner isn’t just about getting fitter—it’s about learning, adapting, and being willing to do things differently.
In this episode we deep dive on:
Why recovery can unlock fitness you didn’t know you had• How speed work can make you a stronger ultrarunner• What Kareem learned from multiple 100-mile attempts• How to use your crew when your brain stops cooperating• The mental strategy that helped him survive Leadville’s toughest moments• Why breaking an ultra into smaller segments can change everything• Why staying open to learning may be your biggest performance advantage
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Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!
Sign up for our 100K and 50K races at Desertpeakultra.com
Sign up for our Backyard Ultra at endurebetter.com
Ashley Paulson on Her Ultra Training, Recovery, and Mindset Protocol to Break World Records
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 • Duration 47:32
Ashley Paulson has built an extraordinary career in ultra running, pushing the limits of what’s possible while chasing world records and learning exactly what it takes to perform at the highest level.
In this episode, Ashley breaks down the training, recovery, and mindset principles behind her approach to extreme endurance—and how everyday ultra runners can apply those lessons to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient.
• How Ashley approaches training when the goal is to perform at an elite level • The recovery principles that can make the difference between adapting and breaking down • How to build a mindset capable of handling extreme physical and mental demands • What ultra runners can learn from training specifically for record-level performance • How to approach consistency, discipline, and pushing your limits without losing sight of the bigger picture
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Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!
Phil Gore on Backyard Ultra Tips and How He Ran Over 600 Miles in Over 6 Days
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 • Duration 46:55
Phil Gore knows what it takes to push the limits of the backyard ultra. As the official Backyard Ultra World Record holder, Phil has spent years learning how to manage his body, mindset, pacing, sleep, and crew through extreme endurance efforts. In this episode, he breaks down what he’s learned from going deeper than almost anyone else in the sport—and how those lessons can make you a smarter, stronger, and more resilient ultrarunner.
From pacing strategies and adapting your plan mid-race to handling the mental battles that come when your brain tells you to stop, Phil shares the principles behind his approach to going farther.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why slowing down can be the key to going farther
How to build a race plan that still allows flexibility
The role your crew can play when fatigue takes over
How to handle the mental urge to quit
Why focusing on one lap at a time can change your entire race
What Phil believes first-time backyard runners should avoid
How extreme endurance efforts are pushing the limits of the sport
SHOW LINKS:
Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!
Sign up for our 100K and 50K races at Desertpeakultra.com
Sign up for our Backyard Ultra at endurebetter.com
How to Pick Your Next Ultramarathon: Choose the Right Race, Goal, and Training Process
Thursday, September 3, 2026 • Duration 51:46
Finished your last ultra and wondering what’s next?
Maybe you feel like you’re supposed to go farther. Run faster. Tackle a harder course. Chase a bigger race.
But the truth? Your next ultramarathon shouldn’t be based on what you think you’re supposed to do. It should be based on what will actually help you progress, excite you, and make the training process worth it.
In this episode, I break down the exact process I use for myself and with athletes to choose the right next race—and why picking the race first can actually be the wrong approach.
We cover:
How to decide whether you should go farther, get faster, or try something completely new
Why progression matters more than simply increasing distance
The question you need to ask before committing to months of training
How to know if you actually have enough time to prepare for your goal
How your work, life, and personal schedule should influence your race calendar
How to build a race schedule that keeps you excited about ultrarunning for years to come
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Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!
