You’ve heard of bears, moose, and maybe even the occasional skunk sighting on a run...But have you ever been chased by a woodchuck? 🫠

In this episode, I’m telling the wild (and slightly ridiculous) story of how a peaceful 10-mile road run turned into a full-tilt downhill sprint—with a woodchuck in hot pursuit.

We’re talking:

• The exact moment I realized I was being chased
• What went through my head mid-sprint (hint: it includes ER scenarios)
• A truckload of witnesses and a yellow lab 🛻
• My post-woodchuck escape plan
• And why this encounter did not happen on the trails (important PSA!)

PLUS:
Why you shouldn't let this story scare you away from trail running...
And how you can get in on a future episode with your own weird/funny/crazy wildlife story from a run. I want to hear them all!

🎧 LISTEN IN to hear about:

• The fastest I’ve ever run without meaning to
• What I learned about woodchuck top speeds
• Why this is now my #1 craziest wildlife encounter
• And how I managed to escape without a scratch (or a ride back up the hill)

🔗 WATCH THE ORIGINAL VIDEO I POSTED Adrenaline-fueled, slightly incoherent, but totally worth it

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You missed a workout. Your knee feels weird. You forgot your gels.
Cue the internal freak-out... right?

In this episode, we’re talking about something that every runner deals with—making things a way bigger deal than they actually are. Whether it's a bad run, a missed session, or some mid-race drama, it's so easy to spin out and convince yourself that your entire race is doomed. (Spoiler alert: it’s not.)

I'll share a couple stories that will illustrate my point (both in day-to-day life and in ultra running.)

If you're training for your first ultra—or your fifth—and you're constantly questioning “is this a big deal?”... this one’s for you.

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What is your limit?

In this tough-love episode, I’m sharing a question that’s been bouncing around in my head as I train for Moab 240—and why it might just change the way you think about your running (and your life).

We’re talking self-imposed limits, fear of failure, DNFs, and why most runners never even get close to discovering what they’re truly capable of.

If you’ve ever thought “I could never do that…”—this one’s for you.

Hit play and let’s go there. 👊

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