Helen Pelster is a risk-adverse adventurer and we explore her mindset, planning and execution of the 171 mile Tahoe Rim Trail Fastest Known Time (FKT) as well as discuss motherhood, mindful meditation, getting kids involved in the outdoors, gear/nutrition/water sources digging all the way into the nature of reality. Helen is a multi dimensional athlete who balances family life with some pretty incredible goals. Read her race report here Follow her on instagram Thank you to our episode sponsors: Altra Running and Kogalla ..read more

Kaylo Littlejohn is a Columbia graduate and getting his phD at UC Berkley in electrical engineering and computer science. He's also one of the youngest finishers of the Moab 240 (21 yrs) and Bigfoot 200 (22 yrs). Kaylo overcame a lot to be where he is today from an abusive home environment to being in special education because he was misunderstood. We talk about his ultrarunning experiences and motivation, racism growing up and what it's like to be a black man in a sport that is predominantly white. Follow Kaylo on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/kaylolittlejohn You can listen to his T ..read more

Clare Gallagher joins us shortly after her stunning win at Western States 100, the most competitive 100 miler in the USA, following a trip to the Arctic National Refuge to work on climate change with David Roche (her coach extraordinaire) to talk about Western States, the lead up to the race including training and balancing life, activism, coaching, cultivating empathy and being kind to yourself. We delve into the importance of rest and recovery and why more training will not make you faster or stronger. Learn how Clare balances joy with awareness of the injustices of the world. Clare's Trip t ..read more

I got together a group of my friends and ran the Enchantments Traverse while recording a podcast! This route is near my home in Leavenworth, WA and boasts some of the most amazing terrain you can find in the world. It's a tough and technical route through the Stuart Mountain Range in Washington State and much of it requires following cairns, crossing snow and boulder fields. We talk about the route and its challenges, what to bring on a long adventure, food/nutrition, safety equipment and dealing with the unknowns of a long trail running route. Featuring: Jenny Low, Bethany Loeffler, Riley Smi ..read more

In HOU's Part 2 on Trolls and Social Media, Stephanie Voilett and Candice Burt chat about Stephanie's experience with online trolls and negativity including the Udo's Oil ad that came out a few years ago, common problems with social media, the effect of comments on women, sexualization of athletes, how to be a part of the solution including some environmental tips. We address the recent Outside Online article about Trail Runners being "Parasites" and what the real issues are including climate change and how to support your fellow athletes and ultrarunners when you see trolling or online bullyi ..read more

Camille Herron is one of the best ultrarunners in the world right now for both women and men. You can find Camille with a big smile on her face while regularly beating both the men and women in ultramarathons. One of her secret weapons is her unwavering positive attitude and a desire to prove her doubters wrong. She has been successful in both road and trail races from the marathon,  100 miles and 24 hour events. Earlier this year she was in a bad car accident that she was lucky to walk away from but this near death experience changed her focus and she's tackling each day with a new energ ..read more

Podcast episode co-hosted by Kevin Westlake and Candice Burt chronicling the inaugural Delirious WEST 219 mile/350km race that took place on the West Coast of Australia. We bring you live recordings from before, during and after the race including Candice's story (1st place female/3rd place overall) and Kevin's experiences as a first time crew/pacer and his interviews of other athletes in the race, volunteers, crew/pacers and the race director Shaun Kaesler. This inaugural event is special because it runs point to point along the very west coast of Australia on the Bibbulmun Track from Northcl ..read more

In a series of episodes we explore trolling, the internet and social media. Part one features Chris Mocko. Chris is a lively and colorful personality in the Ultrarunning and trail world. Chris runs professionally for Nike. He's known for his playful "The Mocko Show" on YouTube. He lives in Boulder Colorado, loves Costco and drives a bright yellow Kio Rio named Daisy.  Follow Chris' channel on YouTube: The Mocko Show Follow Chris: Instagram Twitter Facebook Strava This episode is sponsored by Spring Energy. Spring Energy believes food is a powerful source of energy and nature does not need ..read more

Jeff Garmire set the new overall record on the 800 mile Arizona Trail, finishing it self supported in 15 days 13 hours and 10 minutes. That beats the supported record by 9+ hours and 3+days for the self supported record, an impressive effort! Jeff calls the 800 mile Arizona Trail a "short" FKT (Fastest Known Time) route. As unbelievable as that sounds, to Jeff 800 miles is a tiny portion of trails he's accomplished in one go. Since 2011 Jeff has logged over 21,000 miles on America's long trails including completing the Triple Crown in one year which includes the Appalachian Trail, the Pacific ..read more

Dr. Josh Emdur joins us to discuss your running related questions and talk about his online medicine practice, an innovative way to have your doctor at your fingertips! Josh is a graduate of Western University of Health and Sciences School of Osteopathic Medicine and board certified in Family Medicine. He is the Medical Director of Steady MD, an online concierge practice for athletes and anyone interested in living a healthy life. He is also Clinical Adjunct Faculty at Rocky Mountain Vista Osteopathic University, a 2:52 marathoner, an avid backcountry skier, former climber, and married father ..read more