In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, Ash sits down with Roger, CEO of SQUEEZY Nutrition and one of the pioneers of endurance fueling in Europe, to break down the fundamentals of fueling for performance.

Roger shares over 30 years of experience in sports nutrition, starting from introducing energy gels in Germany in the early 1990s to working with athletes across endurance disciplines today.

This conversation focuses on the basics most runners overlook, how the body actually produces energy, why fueling matters, and the common mistakes that lead to fatigue, bonking, and poor performance.

If you’ve ever wondered how much you should eat during a run, why energy crashes happen, or how to build a proper fueling strategy, this episode gives you a clear and practical starting point.

Topics covered:

• Energy systems explained (glycogen vs fat)
• Why fueling is essential for endurance performance
• How many carbs you actually need
• Common fueling mistakes runners make
• Why copying others doesn’t work
• The importance of individualized fueling

This is Part 1 of a deeper series on endurance fueling.

Keywords:
endurance fueling, running nutrition, marathon fueling strategy, ultra running nutrition, glycogen depletion, bonking, carbs per hour, hydration for runners, sports nutrition basics, fueling mistakes runners make, SQUEEZY nutrition, energy gels history

In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, I sit down with Nicole Linke: an ultrarunner who returned to running after 8 years away and went from self-doubt to completing some of the toughest endurance races out there.

From her first 61K in 2021 to conquering 100 milers, 24-hour races, backyard ultras, and the brutal CCC at UTMB, Nicole’s journey is raw, honest, and powerful. We talk about fear, resilience, eating disorders, self-belief, and what it really takes to push past your limits.

This is not a story about instant confidence.
It’s about showing up anyway.

If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re capable: this one hits hard.

Keywords: ultrarunning, Nicole Linke, CCC UTMB, backyard ultra, 100 miler, endurance mindset, trail running, ultra marathon training, mental strength, running podcast, resilience, German ultrarunner, long distance running, pushing limits

After winning Moab 200, setting a new Triple Crown overall time record, and completing one of the most brutal challenges in ultrarunning, Kilian Korth returns to the podcast.

In this episode, we go beyond the headlines.

We break down what it actually took to execute across Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, and Moab 200, how strategy shifted under pressure, and what changed mentally once “delusional self-belief” became undeniable proof.

We talk about:

• The reality of racing Moab in extreme conditions
• Chasing a record vs chasing execution
• The cost of stacking 200-mile races in one season
• The moment everything changed after crossing the finish line
• Sudden growth, attention, and becoming a full-time athlete
• Why success didn’t feel like an ending

This is not just about winning.
It’s about what happens after you prove yourself right.

Keywords

ultrarunning, Moab 200, Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, Triple Crown ultrarunning, endurance mindset, ultra marathon podcast, Cocodona 250, trail running, endurance athlete mindset, running podcast, long distance running, ultramarathon training, mental toughness

What does it take to win one of the toughest ultramarathons in the world?

In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we sit down with Rebecca Rick, who claimed 1st place female at Moab 240 Endurance Run (2025) after finishing 2nd the year before.

From pushing through 240 miles of desert terrain to managing sleep deprivation, pain, and mental breakdowns, Rebecca shares what it really takes to operate at the edge of human endurance.

We go deep into:

• The mindset behind running 200+ mile races
• Lessons from Moab 240 and Tahoe 200
• Sleep strategy, hallucinations, and staying mentally sharp
• Fueling and recovery after multi-day efforts
• Why pushing limits reveals who you truly are

This is not just about running. This is about discovering what you're capable of when quitting is no longer an option.

Keywords: ultrarunning, Moab 240, Tahoe 200, endurance mindset, trail running, 200 mile race, ultra marathon training, sleep deprivation, running podcast, endurance athletes

Episode 50 marks the Season 2 finale of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step.

“Dreams Into Reality” returns, but this time it means something different.

Over this season, the conversations went deeper. Stories of endurance, failure, resilience, and stepping into the unknown started to hit differently. Listening to people push beyond what feels possible doesn’t just inspire you. It forces you to question your own limits.

This episode is a reflection on that shift.

From hearing journeys of ultrarunners and athletes who chose discomfort over safety… to making that same decision personally.

With a 100K race just weeks away and a 100-mile race on the horizon, this is where things start to become real.

This is not about being ready.
It’s about stepping into it anyway.

Season 2 closes here.
Season 3 builds from it.

Keywords:

ultrarunning podcast, dreams into reality, endurance mindset, 100k training, 100 mile race, stepping out of comfort zone, running motivation, mental toughness, ultramarathon journey, growth mindset, endurance athletes, pushing limits, running podcast Berlin, self improvement, endurance stories

In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we dive deep into the journey of an athlete who pushed the limits of human endurance at Big’s Backyard Ultra, completing an incredible 113 loops (≈758 km / 471 miles) and finishing second.

We explore what it really takes to survive multiple days of running , from sleep deprivation and hallucinations to the mental battles that define ultra endurance. This conversation goes beyond performance and into the mindset required to keep going when everything in you wants to stop.

From discovering ultra running later in life to competing against some of the best in the world, this episode is about resilience, persistence, and redefining limits.

If you’re a runner, an endurance athlete, or someone chasing something bigger in life, this one will stay with you.

🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

Keywords

ultrarunning, backyard ultra, bigs backyard ultra, endurance mindset, mental toughness, ultra marathon podcast, running podcast, sleep deprivation running, endurance athletes, pushing limits, long distance running, ultra runner story, trail running, endurance training, mindset and performance

In this episode of Pushing Horizons: Step by Step, we sit down with ultra runner Emilie Mann to explore the mindset behind racing some of the toughest ultra marathons in the world.

From 50K mountain races to 100 mile ultras like Run Rabbit Run, Emilie shares her experience racing globally, including events like Ultra-Trail Cape Town, Black Canyon 100K, and Desert RATS.

This conversation goes beyond results and performance. It dives into the mental side of endurance, staying present during long races, handling setbacks, and continuing forward when things don’t go as planned.

In this episode, we cover:

• 100 mile race mindset and execution
• Training and preparation for ultra marathons
• UTMB and international trail racing experience
• Dealing with setbacks, DNFs, and race-day challenges
• The importance of staying present in endurance sports

Whether you’re preparing for your first ultra, training for a 100K or 100 mile race, or looking to understand what drives elite endurance athletes, this episode delivers real insight from someone who has lived it.

Keywords:
Emilie Mann, ultra marathon, 100 mile race, trail running, UTMB, ultra trail running, endurance mindset, mountain running, 100k race, ultra running podcast, running motivation, trail race strategy, endurance training, Run Rabbit Run 100, Black Canyon 100K, Ultra Trail Cape Town

Megan Eckert returns to Pushing Horizons: Step by Step after an incredible performance at Big’s Backyard Ultra, where she pushed through brutal weather, extreme sleep deprivation, and over 90 hours of continuous running.

In this episode, we break down what it truly takes to survive one of the toughest endurance formats in the world. From running through storms and collapsing tents to battling the mental effects of sleep deprivation, this is a raw and honest conversation about resilience, limits, and the mindset required to keep going when everything inside you wants to stop.

This episode goes beyond performance , it dives deep into the psychology of endurance and what happens when your body can still move, but your mind starts to fade.

Keywords: Big’s Backyard Ultra, ultrarunning, Megan Eckert, endurance mindset, sleep deprivation running, backyard ultra strategy, mental toughness, ultramarathon podcast, Lazarus Lake, Harvey Lewis, long distance running, endurance athletes, pushing horizons podcast