Starting with his first ultra, the Marathon des Sables at the age of 60, Bob Becker has become a running legend as the oldest runner to finish the Badwater 135. With stories of overcoming challenges like battling extreme heat in Death Valley and dealing with a severe forward lean due to a back issue, Bob’s experiences serve as a treasure trove of inspiration. He discusses his strategies for run/walk, the significance of core strength, the impact of a good crew, and the supportive ultra running community. If that isn't enough, Bob is also the Race Director for the Keys 100 and the Daytona 100. We spend a few minutes highlighting the unique aspects of each event. If you have ever thought that you couldn't run an ultra or that your age was a factor preventing you from accomplishing your goals, then this episode is for you. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to learn from a seasoned ultra runner and gain motivation to pursue their ultra running goals.Connect with Bob: https://www.instagram.com/bobruns150Daytona 100https://www.instagram.com/daytona100ultrarace/website: https://daytona100ultra.com/Keys 100https://www.instagram.com/keys100ultra/website: https://keys100.com/

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Joining Steve and Jeff on the show this week is Anne Tisdell, a CTS Ultra running coach with an impressive resume including multiple 100+ mile races. This episode touches on a variety of topics as Anne brings her experiences at Ouray 100, Moab 240, Arizona 300 and other races along with her knowledge as a running coach. We discuss races at altitude and what you can do if you have a race above 5000 feet on your calendar, as well as, the importance of learning how to train / run by RPE. Whether you are new to ultra running or have a list of races on your ultrasignup, this episode will provide you with some insights to help you as you prepare for your next ultra.Connect with us on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@blueprint_to_ultra⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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In this episode, Steve and Jeff swap their roles to be on the receiving end of the questions, with Brooklyn taking the helm as host. Steve and Jeff open up about their journeys into ultra running, discussing personal challenges and achievements that have defined their paths. From the mental strategies needed to tackle long distances to the logistics of race planning, their stories serve as both motivation and guidance. And perhaps even a little bit of what not to do! Grab a coffee or beverage of your choice and enjoy the episode.

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Katti Jackson has only been running ultras since September 2022. In her debut 100 miler, she ran, and won the Grindstone 100 in 2024 and gained automatic entry into UTMB. Join us as we talk through her early days, her experiences at Grindstone, the Georgia Death Race, and how she is preparing for UTMB this August. We believe that she won't be under the radar much longer.

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Kelly Thrush shares his incredible journey from battling alcohol addiction and undergoing a life-saving liver transplant to completing the Arizona 300. Kelly's story proves to us that we all have more in us than we think we do. We can all accomplish amazing things, despite the odds being stacked against us. Whether you're a runner or not, Kelly's story will inspire you to believe in the impossible.

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In this episode, Steve and Jeff catch up with Troy Rasmussen. Troy shares his early days of disliking running to tackling a few challenging ultras including his first experience at a 50k where he met Jeff and then most recently to his race at Massanutten 100. The Massanutten 100 has over 18,500 feet of elevation and Troy got everything he wanted out of this race and more. Listen to what it takes to finish a race when you get through the first half in 12 hours and then need an additional 22 hours to finish the second half as the wheels come off. Could you do it? Here what it takes to keep moving when the plan gets thrown out the window. You will hear some tips on training, hydration, the pros and cons of an ice bandana and even a discussion of if and when you should consider taking a trail nap in a 100 miler. Whether you're a seasoned ultra runner or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable insights and motivational stories to help you piece together your own blueprint for ultra running success.

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On today's show, we dig into the world of races that are 200+ miles, with our guest who like many of us, works a full time job, has a family, and has outside of running that he enjoys spending time doing. He has run a ton of ultras and started with 50ks for a couple of years before finding the races that are longer than 200 miles. Dave Stinchfield has completed the Bigfoot 200 - 3 times, the Moab 240 2x, the Tahoe 200 2x, the Cocodona 250 2x and just recently, the Arizona 300. Discover how Dave balances his career and family while training for these races. We discuss training strategies, mental fortitude, the unexpected moments and ultra and will have you believing that you too can complete an ultra of any distance. Want to keep up with Dave? Connect with him on IG or check out his Vimeo where you can see some videos of his races.

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On this episode of Blueprint to Ultra, Steve and Jeff hang out with Katie Jenkins who shares her journey from battling an eating disorder and alcoholism to finding solace and strength in ultra running. From starting out with a view that cardio is unhealthy due to having struggled with an eating disorder, Katie eventually falls in love with running and once getting into the sport of ultra running, hasn't looked back. Completing over 20 ultras and her first 100 in a year, Katie has had a schedule of multiple races in a month and shares how you completed a 74 mile race, a 50k and then her first 100, over a 3 week period in March. So grab a cup of coffee, or water for you non coffee drinkers, and listen/watch as we discover the power of persistence, the significance of community, and how running can lead to personal transformation.

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