Holly shares her inspiring journey from sailing to ultra running, discussing the challenges and triumphs she has faced along the way. She emphasizes the importance of nutrition, community support, and mental health in endurance sports.

Holly reflects on her experiences at the Dead Cow Gully race, her future aspirations in international competitions, and the evolving landscape of sponsorship in athletics. The discussion highlights the growing presence of women in ultra running and the cultural experiences that enrich the lives of athletes.

links:

- Follow and like the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/happy-trails-podcast/id1816856770
- Follow Holly: https://www.instagram.com/hollyrranson?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

- Trail Talk Live: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/western-states-100-recap-elites-heat-and-a-bear-encounter/id1784216154?i=1000715690188

Remember, it doesn’t matter if you are at the front, middle or back of the pack, they are all HAPPY TRAILS!

In this episode of the Happy Trails Podcast, Mitch and Benny along with guest Brent Ford delve into the transformative journey of running, exploring Brent's personal experiences from a non-runner to an ultra-endurance athlete.

They discuss the importance of nutrition, mindset, and self-talk in endurance sports, as well as strategies for overcoming challenges during races. The conversation highlights the significance of mental preparation and the lessons learned from past races, providing insights for both new and experienced runners.

In this conversation, Brent Ford discusses the unpredictable nature of trail running, particularly in events like Coast 2 Kosci.

He emphasizes the role of media in enhancing the experience of trail running events and the necessity of building a strong race resume for aspiring participants.

We also discuss the important topic of on community safety, especially for female runners, and the evolving culture of trail running, highlighting the need for better infrastructure and education to ensure safety for all participants.

We hope you enjoy the show!

As promised the link to Menslink: Home - Menslink which is a great initiative educating young males in schools around very important issues regarding womans safety.

Other links:

- Listen to the podcasting guru himself on the Peak 2 Soon Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/peak2soon/id1673188264

- Follow and like the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/happy-trails-podcast/id1816856770

- Get involved with the Fantasy Freetrail tipping for Western States: https://fantasy.freetrail.com/leagues/join/c4802453df

Remember, it doesn’t matter if you are at the front, middle or back of the pack, they are all HAPPY TRAILS!