In this episode the boys sit down with Nick Richards the 2025 winner of the Keji Backyard Ultra. He talks about his race experiences as well as what he learned about himself. The boys also break down their experiences running with their daughters in the East Coast Beast Coast.

The boys had a great time sitting down with Bethany as she shares her journey from early sports experiences to becoming a prominent figure in trail running. She discusses her transition from road to trail running, the challenges she faced while training for the Boston Marathon, and her preparations for the upcoming QMT. The conversation also touches on the importance of community in running, the benefits of yoga for runners, and the mental aspects of endurance sports. Bethany's enthusiasm and insights provide valuable lessons for both novice and experienced runners alike.

In this conversation, Chester Dana shares his journey into trail running, detailing how he transitioned from hiking to marathon running and eventually to ultra marathons. He discusses his experiences in various races, the challenges faced during long-distance running, and the importance of setting milestones. Chester also introduces the Mastodon Rumbler, a trail race he has organized to raise funds for a local playground, highlighting the community support and logistics involved in making the event a success. The conversation emphasizes the joy of running, the significance of community, and the need for outdoor activities for children.

In this conversation, performance dietitian Melissa Allen shares her insights on nutrition for trail runners, emphasizing the importance of hydration, food choices, and recovery. She discusses her personal journey into running, the healing power of nature, and the mental aspects of endurance sports. The conversation also touches on the challenges athletes face with food and the need for a balanced approach to nutrition. We also touch on stress and its impact on eating habits are explored, along with strategies for developing a personalized nutrition plan. The conversation concludes with practical advice on maintaining a balanced diet during training for trail races.

The boys spend some time breaking down their latest Ultra the Rompin' Rockwood 50k. They'll talk about what went right and what went wrong. Tune in for the all the gory details on this amazing but "punchy" race.

In this episode, trail runner Chrissy Cusack shares her journey from a novice to an accomplished trail runner, recounting her first race experience and the lessons learned along the way. She discusses her transition to longer distances, including her first ultra marathon, and the challenges that come with it. Chrissy also highlights her role as the coordinator for community development with the Trans Canada Trail, emphasizing the importance of volunteerism and community engagement in maintaining the trail network. The conversation wraps up with her favorite sections of the trail and the impact it has on communities across Canada.

This week the boys had a great conversation with local trail runner and founder of the Fredericton Women's Trail Running Group Trailmix. We spend some time sharing our love of trail snacks as well as her journey from being a non-runner to a passionate trail runner, highlighting the importance of community, the joy of trail running, and the unique experiences that come with it. She discusses her upcoming races, the camaraderie among women in trail running, and the challenges of balancing family life with her running ambitions.

In this episode of the Chasing Trails Podcast it's just the boys as they sit down and talk about their training mishaps from the past week as well as play a little fun game of Would you Rather. It's fun, it's unprofessional it's classic chasing trails. Enjoy!