Everyday Ultra
Tips on how to be a better endurance athlete, every day, directly from the world's best runners! Whether you participate in endurance races as a hobby, or you're a competitive ultra-endurance athlete, this podcast will help you achieve your goals when it comes to racing, training, and recovery. The show is hosted by Ultra-Endurance athlete, Joe Corcione, who has competed in Ultramarathons, Ultratriathlons, and Ironman races.
How to Build Confidence Through Hard Things, Stop Comparing Yourself, and Run for the Love of It with Natalya Platonova
Natalia's journey into ultrarunning is anything but ordinary. After winning The Circle and serving in the British Army, she found herself taking on some of the world’s toughest stage races—including Marathon des Sables as her first ultra.
Today you'll learn how ultrarunning can teach us about resilience, self-trust, preparation, and learning to be comfortable with the unknown. From approaching a brutal race with limited running experience to stepping away from the pressure of social media and performance, Natalia offers a refreshing perspective on what it means to become a stronger ultra runner without losing the joy...
How to Not Let Problems Derail Your Training and Racing
When life throws a wrench into your training, your race, or your plans, it’s easy to let one inconvenience spiral into “my whole race is ruined.” In ultrarunning, things will go wrong. The real skill is learning how to respond when they do.
In this episode, we’re diving into the mindset and practical tools that can help you stay level-headed, solve problems, and keep moving forward when things don’t go according to plan. Every training struggle, unexpected obstacle, or race-day curveball is a chance to build the resilience you’ll need when things get tough.
How to Avoid And Solve Nutrition and Stomach Issues in Ultramarathons
Nutrition can make or break an ultramarathon. In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the most frustrating parts of ultra running: what happens when your fueling strategy stops working. From nausea and stomach issues to palate fatigue, hydration mistakes, and struggling to stay consistent.
You’ll learn how to troubleshoot problems instead of guessing, practice fueling in training, and build the flexibility and discipline needed to keep yourself moving forward.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
-How to tell the difference between true nausea and simply being tired of your fuel
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The State of Everyday Ultra: Everything We’re Building (and How You Can Be Part of It)
This is a different episode, as we are covering everything we're building here at Everyday Ultra, and how you can be a part of it!
We usually don't talk about these too much on the podcast, as we always try to keep the focus of adding value first and foremost. But after many requests, we wanted to put out this episode to lay out everything!
Along with a special announcement at the end of the episode.
Enjoy!
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Fueled by Maple Syrup, This Guy is Running 12 Ultras in 12 Months with Justin Kaufmann
Justin Kaufman joins us for this episode of Everyday Ultra, and this one goes DEEP. From sobriety and rebuilding his life through endurance sports to becoming a 12x ultramarathoner, 2x Ironman, and someone taking on 12 ultras in 12 months.
Kaufy has built a completely different approach to what it means to train, recover, and perform at a high level. Kaufy gets into the mindset, habits, and philosophy behind it all—and there are some seriously unconventional takeaways.
In this episode you will learn:
How sobriety completely changed Kaufy’s relationship with endurance sports The high-volume, Norwegia...Max Jolliffe on Winning Badwater 135 and Building Self-Belief
Max is back on the Everyday Ultra Podcast—and this time, he’s coming off one of the most jaw-dropping performances in ultrarunning history. After setbacks, DNFs, and plenty of people questioning what he was capable of, Max finally put all the pieces together at Badwater 135. The real story isn’t just what happened on race day. It’s everything that went into making that performance possible.
Behind betting on yourself, the training changes that helped unlock another level, and what it takes to stay patient when a race feels like it’s falling apart. From brutal heat prepa...
How to Run Your Best 100 Miler Yet and Improve Your Ultra Performance with Jen Higgins
Jennifer Higgins is back on the Everyday Ultra Podcast after an incredible year of racing, coaching, and learning what she’s capable of.
In this episode we dive into consistency, self-belief, handling the low points of an ultra, learning from difficult races without beating yourself up, and how to stay composed when things don’t go according to plan.
If you’re training for your first ultra, chasing a PR, or trying to become more mentally resilient when races get tough, there’s a lot here you can take straight into your next training block.
In...
Mental Performance for Ultrarunning and Training for 100 Milers with Sierra Morris
In this episode, Sierra Morris, weeks after her first 100-mile finish at the Vermont 100, unpacks the mental skills that helped her navigate one of endurance sport's toughest challenges. From managing self-doubt, handling pain, setbacks, and the inevitable emotional highs and lows that every ultrarunner faces.
If you've ever struggled with consistency or wondered how the best ultrarunners stay mentally strong when things get hard, this episode will give you tools you can put into practice immediately.
In this episode, you'll learn:
-Why mental training is just as important as physical training.
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Badwater 135 Q&A: How to Run Well in Heat, Nutrition and Hydration, and More
We're answering all of your questions about my Badwater 135 race in this massive Q&A episode!
In this episode we cover:
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Badwater 135 Recap: How to Overcome Mental Darkness in Any Race
I ran the Badwater 135 this past week, and it was the hardest thing I've ever done.
The mental battles I faced out there were unlike any other; combine that with fatigue coming off racing Western States 100 one month prior, 120+ degree temps, and tons of climbing, this was a battle.
In this episode, we go through the play-by-play of the whole race, along with tips, strategies, and lessons to help you overcome any challenge you face in an ultramarathon.
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Badwater Preview Episode
Fresh off Western States 100, the focus now shifts to one of the toughest races on the planet: Badwater 135.
What does it take to prepare for 135 miles across Death Valley? In this episode, we explore the training, recovery, mindset, and strategy behind taking on one of ultrarunning's greatest challenges. Whether you're training for your first ultra or chasing a new PR, you'll find lessons you can apply to your own running.
In this episode, you'll learn:
• Why recovery after a goal race can make or break your next performance.
• How to prepare for...
The Most Important Metrics to Track in Your Ultramarathon Training
If you've ever let your watch dictate how you feel about your training, this episode will change the way you think about progress.
This episode breaks down the difference between the metrics that actually make you a stronger ultra runner and the ones that create unnecessary stress, helping you focus on the data that truly matters while tuning out the noise. Instead of chasing flashy numbers, you'll learn how to measure real progress, make smarter training decisions, and build confidence in your fitness.
In this episode, you'll learn:
• Which metrics actually predict ultra marathon pe...
How to Mentally Overcome Any Challenge in Running (And Life) With Janina Simmons
This episode isn't about overcoming adversity—it's about redefining what strength actually looks like.
Army Ranger, ultrarunner, author, and cancer warrior Janina Simmons shares a mindset that challenges the way most runners think about setbacks, ambition, and success.
Whether you're battling an injury, chasing a big race, or simply trying to stay consistent, this conversation offers a perspective that can change the way you approach both running and life. If you want to become a tougher, more resilient ultrarunner, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
In this episode, you'll learn:
...How He Nearly Doubled His Backyard Ultra Distance in One Year: Alberto Gomez on Smarter Training, Mental Toughness, and Going Further
If you've ever wondered what separates runners who make massive breakthroughs from those who stay stuck, this episode is for you.
Everyday Ultra athlete Alberto Gomez unpacks the mindset, training, and race-day decisions that helped him nearly double his Backyard Ultra performance in just one year. Rather than focusing on talent, this conversation reveals the habits, perspectives, and lessons that create lasting progress—not just in racing, but in life.
You'll walk away with practical insights that can help you train smarter, race stronger, and build the confidence to keep improving. This episode isn't just ab...
How to Keep Improving as an Ultrarunner: Training Experiments, Race Lessons, and Mental Toughness with Hunter Foltz
This episode is a masterclass in what actually helps ultra runners improve over the long term.
Everyday Ultra coach Hunter Foltz shares the lessons that took him from a collegiate golfer with no running background to completing Leadville 100, chasing the Lead Challenge, and preparing for Moab 240.
Instead of focusing on race results, this conversation explores the habits, training decisions, and mindset shifts that create stronger, more resilient ultrarunners. Whether you're training for your first ultra or your fastest one yet, you'll walk away with practical insights you can apply to your own training and racing.<...
Kilian Korth on How to Turn Failure to Success, Build Discipline, and Improve Your Life
What does it take to keep evolving after reaching the top—and how do you know when mental toughness has gone too far?
In this episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast, Joe sits down with Everyday Ultra coach and 200-mile superstar Kilian Korth amidst his upcoming documentary: Forged in Failure: The Quest for the Crown.
Kilian reflects on the lessons he has learned since completing the Triple Crown, the competitive pressure that pushed him to another level at Cocodona, and the devastating injury that came from limping through the final 60 miles of the race.
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The Simple Ultramarathon Training Hack to Improve Your Fitness
The best ultramarathon training plan isn’t necessarily the one you follow perfectly—it’s the one you’re willing to adjust when your body tells you something needs to change.
In this episode, I break down one of the most important—and counterintuitive—strategies for making more progress, recovering faster, avoiding injury, and showing up stronger on race day: being flexible with your training plan.
We cover:
Why blindly completing every workout can actually limit your progressThe difference between lacking motivation and genuinely needing recoveryThe five warning signs that it may be time to modify yo...100 Mile Ultramarathon Training Tips and Lessons
If you want to run your next best 100-mile race, this episode is your roadmap. Three experienced ultra running coaches break down what actually separates a strong 100-mile performance from simply surviving the distance. From training and race execution to pacing, fueling, mindset, and adapting when things don't go according to plan, this conversation is packed with practical lessons earned through both breakthrough performances and hard-fought setbacks.
Whether you're preparing for your first 100 miler or chasing a new PR, you'll leave with a clearer understanding of what it really takes to perform at your highest level—before, du...
How to PR Your Next Ultramarathon
Want to set a new PR in your next ultra?
Whether you're chasing a faster finish, tackling a new distance, or returning to a race with unfinished business, this episode breaks down the key ingredients that separate breakthrough performances from missed opportunities.
Today we are joined by Everyday Ultra coaches Angela and Laura to share the lessons they've learned from their own racing and coaching experience. Together, they dive into the training, execution, mindset, and race-day decisions that can make the biggest difference when you're aiming for your best performance—while sharing practical takeaways you ca...
How to Empty the Tank in an Ultramarathon Without Blowing Up
What does it actually mean to leave it all out there in an ultramarathon? And how do you do it without going all-in too early and completely blowing up your race?
In this episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast, I break down how to truly empty the tank on race day — not just by “trying harder,” but by making smarter decisions, pushing at the right moments, and learning how to override the voice in your head that tells you to slow down, sit down, or play it safe when you still have more to give.
This e...
Everything You Need To Run Your Best Ultramarathon Yet (Episode 400!)
What separates ultrarunners who simply survive race day from those who cross the finish line feeling strong, confident, and ready for the next challenge?
In this milestone 400th episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast, we review the knowledge obtained from years of experience. From coaching hundreds of athletes, interviewing the best ultrarunners in the world, and racing countless ultras.
Instead of chasing every new training trend, you'll learn how to focus on the handful of things that truly move the needle. Whether you're preparing for your first ultra or chasing a personal best, this episode...
Western States 100 Miler Recap: How to Empty the Tank, Be Resilient to Challenges, and Crush Mountains
I had the best mountain 100 mile race of my life on one of the best days of my life, racing the coveted Western States 100 miler.
And in this episode, I share all of the lessons, tips, strategies, and details from the day, so that you can takeaway key learnings to improve your own training and racing.
Enjoy, and Endure Better.
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Pre Western States 100 Miler Thoughts, Intentions, and Lessons
Tomorrow, we race the Western States 100 miler, and here are all of my raw thoughts, emotions, and perspectives going into the race.
See you in Auburn.
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Why The Hard Way Pays More (In Running and Life) with Austin Monteiro
The Hard Route Pays Well: Lessons in Resilience and Ultra Running
What can ultra running teach you about overcoming adversity, building confidence, and becoming the person you're capable of being?
In this inspiring episode, Joe and Kilian sit down with ultra runner Austin Montero, whose life story is a powerful example of refusing to let circumstances define your future. Born with significant challenges and facing obstacles from the very beginning, Austin shares how he developed a mindset centered on personal responsibility, perseverance, and relentless growth.
From training for a 5K to completing a 100...
How to Run Your Best Ultra at Any Age: 100-Mile Lessons from Coach Laura Saponar
What does it really take to keep improving as an ultra runner for decades—not just years?
In this episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast, Coach Laura Saponar shares the lessons she's learned from nearly 20 ultramarathons, including her recent breakthrough performance at the Sedona 125.
At 59 years old, Laura continues to set new personal bests, proving that growth in ultrarunning has far less to do with age and far more to do with consistency, adaptability, and a willingness to keep learning.
Whether you're training for your first ultra, chasing a breakthrough race, or looking fo...
How to PR a 100-Miler by Training Smarter, Not Just Running More: Melanie Hoy
How a Smarter Approach to Training Can Unlock Your Best 100-Mile Race Yet
What separates an ultra runner who simply finishes from one who continues to improve race after race?
In this episode, ultra runner Melanie Hoy shares how stepping outside her comfort zone transformed her training and racing. After feeling like she left too much on the table in previous 100-mile races, she decided to challenge herself with structured speed work, intentional mental strategies, and a more purposeful approach to building fitness.
Melanie breaks down the highs and lows of the Canyons 100...
Mobility for Ultrarunners: How to Run Better, Stay Healthy, and Nail Your First 100-Miler with John Lindsey
Could Better Movement Be the Missing Piece in Your Ultra Training?
Most ultra runners focus on mileage, workouts, and nutrition—but what if becoming a stronger runner starts with improving the way you move?
In this episode, Joe sits down with mobility coach and sub-24-hour 100-mile finisher John Lindsay to explore how mobility, strength, and movement quality can help you run more efficiently, recover better, and stay healthier throughout training. This conversation goes beyond stretching, breaking down common misconceptions and revealing why building a resilient body is one of the smartest investments an ultra ru...
Why Striving for Excellence Is the Key to Better Ultrarunning (and Life)
What If Becoming a Better Ultra Runner Starts With Raising Your Standards?
What separates runners who consistently improve from those who stay stuck? It isn't just talent, fitness, or the perfect training plan—it's the standards they choose to live by every single day.
We'll explore why striving for excellence can transform not only your ultrarunning but every area of your life. Instead of chasing perfection, you'll learn how small daily habits, intentional choices, and a commitment to growth create the athlete capable of reaching goals that once felt impossible.
Whether you're training fo...
How to Train for 200-Milers With a Full-Time Job, Family, and Real Life with Sarah Normand
Trying to balance work, family, travel, and ultra training? This episode proves you don't need a perfect schedule to chase extraordinary goals.
Sarah Normand is a full-time professional, wife, mom, and 200-mile ultrarunner who has built success through consistency, adaptability, and a willingness to keep showing up. From transitioning out of road running to tackling some of the toughest endurance races, she shares the lessons that have helped her thrive on and off the trail.
If you're training for your first ultra or a new personal best, this conversation will help you become a stronger...
The Craziest Ultrarunning Stories We've Ever Heard: The Lambros Brothers
What does it take to keep moving when everything tells you to quit?
In this episode, the Lambros brothers share how they went from everyday athletes to running across Australia and the UK while raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for cancer research, overcoming injuries, brutal conditions, and setbacks that would end most attempts.
This conversation is packed with lessons that every ultra runner can apply, whether you're training for your first 50K or chasing a 100-mile finish. You'll learn why having a strong "why" is the ultimate performance tool, how to stay calm when...
He Had Never Run 100 Miles…Then He Finished Cocodona 250: Dr. Jeff Hammond
What does it take to go from barely running beyond 15 miles to finishing one of the toughest 250-mile ultramarathons in the world?
Dr. Jeff Hammond shares a refreshingly honest look at what it really takes to chase a massive goal and embrace the unknown.
This conversation is packed with practical wisdom, mindset shifts, and stories that will inspire you to think bigger while staying grounded in smart training and preparation.
This episode will challenge the limits you place on yourself and give you a new perspective on what's possible.
In this...
Peak Training for Ultrarunning: How to Nail It and Avoid Costly Mistakes
Peak training is where ultramarathon dreams are either reinforced—or quietly sabotaged.
Most runners think peak weeks are simply about logging the biggest mileage of their training cycle. But the athletes who arrive at race day strong understand that these weeks are about much more than volume. Learning how to handle fatigue, testing race-day decisions before they matter, and balancing the fine line between building fitness and digging a hole too deep to climb out of.
In this episode you will learn how to maximize the benefits of your highest-volume weeks, avoid common traps that de...
From Starting to Run at 51 to Running a 23-Hour 100 Miler with Corey Walker
What does it really take to keep improving as an ultra runner year after year—and what if your best performances are still ahead of you?
Everyday Ultra athlete Corey Walker shares his remarkable journey from starting running at age 51 to running a sub-24-hour hundred miler just a few years later.
Corey’s story is a powerful reminder that progress comes from mastering the fundamentals, staying patient, and focusing on what you can control.
In this episode, you'll discover:
The mindset shift that helped transform a difficult hundred-mile experience into a br...
Lessons From Over 40 races and a first Cocodona with Lila Gaudrault
At just 23 years old, Lila Gaudrault has already built an ultra running resume that most athletes spend decades chasing.
In this episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast, Lila shares her unconventional path into ultrarunning, why she skipped the traditional collegiate running route, and what she learned from taking on her first 250-mile race at Cocodona.
From discovering trail running as a teenager to navigating the highs, lows, and unexpected challenges of a multi-day adventure through Arizona, Lila offers a refreshing perspective on growth, resilience, and the joy of pursuing what genuinely excites you. This conversation...
Glute Pain, Sciatica, Hamstring Issues, and Hip Impingements for Ultrarunners with Kameron Harder
Glute pain, sciatica, hamstring issues, and hip impingements can be some of the most confusing — and frustrating — injuries runners deal with. Because when pain shows up in the glute, hip, hamstring, or low back, the actual cause isn’t always where you feel it.
In this episode, I’m joined again by physical therapist and strength coach Kameron Harder to continue our injury prevention and rehab series for runners.
This time, we break down some of the trickiest problem areas in the posterior chain and hips — including why glute pain might actually be coming from your low b...
How to Structure Your Ultramarathon Training for the Best Results
Most ultrarunners train hard, but they don’t always train with the right structure.In this episode, I break down how to organize your ultramarathon training so you can build fitness, avoid burnout, and show up to race day actually prepared. We’ll cover how to balance easy runs, speed work, long runs, hills, recovery, and race-specific training so every part of your plan has a purpose.Whether you’re training for your first ultra or trying to level up for a 50K, 100K, 100-miler, or 200-mile race, this will help you understand how to structure your weeks and traini...
The 3 Types of Speed Work Every Ultrarunner Should Do
Speed work can be one of the biggest game-changers in ultramarathon training — but only if you know how to use it the right way.
In this episode, I break down the three key types of speed work that every ultrarunner should understand: VO2 max workouts, lactate threshold workouts, and steady state workouts.
You’ll learn what each workout actually does, how they’re different from each other, when to use them in your training, and how to structure them so you can build more fitness without blowing yourself up.
I also explain why speed...
Western States 100 Training Camp: What I Learned 30 Days Before Race Day
Training camps can be one of the most valuable tools in ultramarathon training — especially when you know how to use them the right way.
In this episode, I recap my 3-day, 71-mile Western States 100 training camp and break down the biggest lessons I learned from running the course less than a month out from race day.
I cover why training camps are so useful, how to structure one for your own race, what I learned about the Western States course, how I’m adjusting my race strategy, and the key takeaways around pacing, heat management, down...
The Double Boston Marathon: Running Two Boston Marathons in One Day
What happens when ultra runners bring an ultra mindset to one of the most iconic marathons in the world?
In this episode we discuss taking on the “Double Boston” — running from the finish line to the start line of the Boston Marathon before turning around and running the official marathon itself.
You’ll hear how different athletes approached the same challenge in completely different ways: chasing joy instead of pace goals, learning to stay present instead of obsessing over performance, and discovering how community can completely transform the race experience. From first-time Boston emotions to decades...
A Manifesto for Runners with a 9-5 Job with Brian Peterson
What does it really mean to be an ultra runner when you still have a full-time job, a family, responsibilities, and a life outside the trails?
In this episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast with Brian Peterson you will learn from one of the most honest and relatable conversations about what it means to chase big goals as part of the “95%” of runners balancing training with real life.
From battling unhealthy habits … to taking on one of the hardest races he’s ever attempted with less-than-perfect training, Brian shares the mindset shifts, lessons, and gritty realitie...
