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The Art of Type 2 Fun: An adventure podcast
Karey Miles
Frequency: 1 episode/21d. Total Eps: 22

Type 2 Fun, according to many adventurer folks, is the type of fun that is not necessarily fun while you are doing it, but you are hella glad you did it after the fact. And that's what this Podcast is all about!
The Art of Type 2 Fun is an adventure podcast hosted by backcountry adventurer, cyclist, and ultrarunner, Karey Miles. We feature women and their supportive folks and talk about epic tales of adventure and suffering! Even if you aren't a lady, join in on the fun! These stories and tips and tricks are for anyone who loves pushing themselves in the outdoors! We share questions, and all the juicy deets of how we experience and grow from learning the Art of Type 2 Fun.
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S2: Ep 7: The Art of Returning From Injury
Season 2 · Episode 7
vendredi 14 février 2025 • Duration 38:17
On this solo episode, Karey shares a bit her thoughts and experiences going through a current injury. She talks about how she incurred her recent foot injury, which includes a torn plantar fascia as well as a sprain, both in her left foot, which have left her unable to run for the past couple of months.
Karey talks about:
- Mental Fortitude
- Dealing with Setbacks
- DNF'ing a race
- Finding a support team
- Riding the wave of recovering from injury
Links to things that she mentioned in this episode:
Ultra Performance Physical Therapy (Meghan Slavin)
Everyday Ultra Coaching (Joe Corcione)
If you want to learn more about Karey and her adventures go here!
Intro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder
License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI
Outtro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling
License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M
S2 E6: Solo Episode: The Art of Mentorship
Season 2 · Episode 6
mardi 12 novembre 2024 • Duration 24:23
In this Episode, Karey gives an update about what is going on in her neck of the woods, upcoming races, and touches on some recent accomplishments of previous guests of the pod.
Karey's focus on this episode is the Art of Mentorship and she talks about the following:
- What does it mean to be a mentor?
- What is the state of female mentorship in the Sports world?
- What can we do to be good mentors
- How do we find other strong female mentors and role models in the adventure space
Here are some references to check out for further reading/listening! (I receive no benefit from the links provided below)
Bravey - by Alexi Pappas
Good for a Girl - by Lauren Fleshman
Everyday Ultra podcast and Coaching (Joe Corcione)
Ultra Performance Physical Therapy (Meghan Slavin)
Javelina Jundred Ultra Race
Across the Years Timed Endurance Race
Intro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder
License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI
Outtro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling
License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M
Episode 10: Dirty Details with Type 2 FunBassadors: No. 2
Season 1 · Episode 10
vendredi 5 avril 2024 • Duration 56:14
After a brief hiatus in March, Karey launches into April by sitting down with Type 2 FunBassadors with Aliza and Deann and talk about all things adventuring, food, and all of the things!
Make sure to subscribe to the pod and check us out on Instagram for updates on Karey's adventures this summer and more! Exciting things down the pipeline!
Intro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder
License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI
Outtro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling
License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M
Episode 9: The Art of Sticking to it with Michelle Schroff aka Waddell Running Lady
Season 1 · Episode 9
mardi 5 mars 2024 • Duration 01:05:29
This week, for Episode 9, Karey sits down with Michelle Schroff, aka Waddell Running Lady, to talk about redefining stereotypes, finding joy in the unexpected, and balancing life while pushing yourself. Michelle Schroff is a plus-sized endurance runner who is active in her pursuits to share her stoke with others. They talk about ups and downs of self-love, trying to fit into a mold, and pushing beyond expectations of yourself and others.
***Please note that there is reference to sensitive material regarding weight, yo-yo dieting, eating habits, etc, so please take care when listening to this episode. ***
Topics Covered are:
- Ultra-Endurance Running
- Self-love
- Dieting and Fitness Culture
- What “healthy” means
- Social Media and Putting yourself out there
- Goal setting and upcoming races
- What it means to be successful
- Life/Training balance
- Race stories and more!
Michelle’s IG: @Waddellrunninglady
Michelle’s Podcast: Fun of the Run on Apple Podcasts
Other IG Mentions:
The Running Dietician: Amy
Jayson Hefner
Desert to Peak Coaching
Last but not least:
Become an official Type 2 Fun member of the Pod! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2288685/support
Intro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder
License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI
Outtro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling
License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M
Episode 8: The Art of Coming Back and Giving Back with Kait Boyle
mardi 27 février 2024 • Duration 01:10:35
Karey had the opportunity to sit and chat with adventurer extraordinaire, Kait Boyle, a while back and now you get a chance to listen in! They cover so many things including:
- Outdoor adventures like biking and climbing.
- Setting world records
- Pushing yourself past setbacks
- Finding yourself after coming back to your sport
- Giving back to the community
- Trail Advocacy and Bikepacking Roots efforts
- CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES and other Snakzzzz
Kait and Karey talk about their steps to recovery after unfortunate events that set them back from their trajectory on the bike. Kait talk about how life has changed since injury and how she continues to push herself through that. She gives helpful tips for mental and physical recuperating and sheds light on the tough times going through some thing like that. Make sure to check out the links below for further information!
Kait Boyle is a sponsored athlete who is currently a part fo the PRO Backcountry team who is sponsored by: Pivot Cycles, Industry Nine, and others! Check out her website here! : Kait Boyle
Also follow along in her adventures and advocacy efforts through her and Bikepacking Roots Insta!
Kait Boyle (@kait.boyle) • Instagram photos and videos
Bikepacking Roots (@bikepackingroots) • Instagram photos and videos
Intro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder
License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI
Outtro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling
License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M
Episode 7: Dirty Details with Type-2-Funbassadors: Aliza, Heather, and Karey
Season 1 · Episode 7
mardi 13 février 2024 • Duration 01:05:39
Episode 7: Dirty Details Funbassador Report #1
In this episode, I have my adventure gal-pal Type-2-funbassador crew on as guests. This week includes Heather Snapp (California) and Aliza Richman (Oregon). We generally leave the topics open and just talk about all things life, goals, and general Type 2 Fun. We also cover any questions that listeners have sent in, so make sure that if you have any questions or topics you want covered, to let me know!
In this episode, we cover the following:
- Tips and Tricks for Getting out the door for your workout or adventure
- Training/Life Balance
- Motherhood
- Sleep!
- Dealing with Anxiety around workouts and training
- Fueling for Adventure - all things snacks
- Our Upcoming goals for 2024
As always, message me at:
IG: TheArtofType2Fun
OR
TheArtofType2Fun@gmail.com
if there are any topics you want to see covered in one of our Dirty Details episodes!
Intro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder
License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI
Outtro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling
License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M
Episode 6: Solo: The Art of Self-Talk and Preparation
Season 1 · Episode 6
mardi 6 février 2024 • Duration 31:28
In this episode, your host, Karey Miles, delves into her mental state and methods of preparation for her first 60k ultra marathon on the Black Canyon Trail (BCT) in AZ.
She starts by giving a brief run down of the BCT and the race and her experiences on the trail in the past.
To help you understand where her years of experience on the bike and in other athletic disciplines have helped her prepare mentally for this race, she delves into her history as an athlete and how she has learned to work hard.
She hopes that by sharing her methods of being prepared and dealing with setbacks and potential negative self-talk, listeners might find comfort that they are not alone if you have self-doubts going into your next adventure. She hopes that you can find some ways to find positive self-talk and strength from within yourself.
Karey does get a bit emotional at the end - unexpectedly, so bear with her as she navigates all the feels this week! Thanks for tuning in!
IG: @BlackCanyonUltras
Info about Black Canyon Ultras
Intro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder
License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI
Outtro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling
License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M
Episode 5: The Art of Solo Adventuring, with Cassidy Howard
mardi 30 janvier 2024 • Duration 01:00:58
In Episode 5, I get to sit down with Cassidy Howard, adventure chick extraordinaire! We chat about her journey into bikepack adventuring and her super packed year of bikepacking adventures in 2023. We talk all things learning, community, and most impressively, adventuring solo!
If you've ever thought about going out alone, this episode is for you. Cassidy gives tips and tricks for figuring things out and gaining the confidence you need to plan your own solo trips or adventure races!
Here are some links to things we reference in this episode that you might want to check out after you get done listening!
Cassidy Howard IG: CAHoward34
Idaho Women's Bikepacking
OR
IG: idahowomensbikepacking
Smoke and Fire Bikepacking Race/Route
Pinyons and Pines Bikepacking Route
The Big Lonely Bikepacking Race:
OR
IG: the.big.lonely
Boise Trails Challenge Event
Intro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder
License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI
Outtro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling
License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M
Episode 4: The Art of Sobriety, with your host, Karey Miles
mardi 23 janvier 2024 • Duration 18:33
During this solo episode, Karey ventures a bit into "life" Type 2 Fun and talks shares her experience of sobriety with y'all. She ventures into her journey to sobriety and likens her experiences to those on the trail in the wilderness.
If your experience doing a Sober January goal has got you thinking more about putting down the drink, or if you know someone who needs a bit of encouragement in their sober journey, hopefully y'all get a bit of inspiration from Karey's journey.
Listener alert: Karey does talk at length about alcohol and substance abuse, so if that is a trigger, feel free to skip this episode.
Happy adventuring!
SAMHSA's National Helpline website:
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
Intro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder
License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI
Outtro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling
License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M
Episode 3: The Art of the Buddy System, Part 2, with Aliza Richman and Deann Garcia
Season 1 · Episode 3
jeudi 18 janvier 2024 • Duration 23:33
In Episode 3, we continue to hear from Aliza Richman and Deann Garcia about their experience with their first bike packing race as a duo. Make sure to check out Episode 2 where we cover tons of information including details about The Big Lonely, eating, what the race start was like, etc.
In this episode we talk more about food and snacks, sleeping, and race strategy and what went well and what didn't. Keep listening to see if Aliza and Deann finish the race and what they learned along the way.
Intro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder
License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI
Outtro Music Credits:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling
License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M