In this episode, we share an honest recap of Kevin’s experience at the Long Haul 100. We dive into the emotional highs and lows of race day, the challenges Kevin faced along the way, and the mix of pride and disappointment that comes with tackling a 100-mile race.

We also talk about what mattered most in the buildup and during the race—strength training, mobility, fueling, mindset, and the power of having a supportive crew. Kevin reflects on the lessons learned and how this experience will shape his future training and racing.

This is a real, unfiltered look at endurance racing and the personal growth that comes from choosing hard things.

00:53 Kevin's Race Experience and Initial Reactions

01:37 Race Results and Initial Reflections

02:46 Positives and Challenges During the Race

04:06 Mental and Physical Struggles

09:13 Training Reflections and Future Plans

17:09 Crew Dynamics and Support

23:33 Lessons Learned

43:25 Jokes and Reflections on Race Position

44:17 Struggles in the Last Loop

44:48 Aid Station Experiences

46:14 Fueling and Music Challenges

47:33 Training and Family Involvement

51:30 Mindset and Mobility

53:30 Post-Race Reflections

55:46 Dark Thoughts and Perseverance

01:09:20 Silliness and Strength

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Prepping for the Long Haul 100: Training, Mindset, and Fueling Strategies with Kevin

With just two days to go before toeing the line at the Long Haul 100, Kevin takes us behind the scenes of his year-long build toward a 100-mile ultra marathon. In this episode, we dive into what really went into his preparation—from how his training evolved over time, to the mindset shifts that made the biggest difference, to the fueling strategies he’s using to go the distance.

Kevin reflects on lessons learned from past ultras, the mistakes he didn’t repeat this time around, and how he’s learned to stay flexible when things don’t go according to plan (because in ultras… they never do). We also talk mental toughness, adapting in the moment, and why preparation is about more than just logging miles.

We wrap up by sharing how you can follow Kevin’s race in real time and what to expect in our post-race recap episode once the dust (and miles) settle.

00:59 Kevin's Current State and Mindset

02:23 Kevin's Ultra Marathon Journey

09:38 Training Insights and Adjustments

24:45 Balancing Training with Life

28:27 Setting Ambitious Goals

31:29 Fueling Strategy for Ultra Running

34:54 Training the Stomach for Endurance

42:27 Mindset and Race Strategy

47:39 Final Preparations and Expectations

51:19 Follow the Race Live

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Skinny culture is making a comeback… and honestly, it’s got me concerned. It’s not only back — it feels like it’s EVERYWHERE. And it’s not serving runners — especially women in their 40s and beyond.

In this episode of the Real Life Runners Podcast, Kevin and I have a real, honest conversation about why chasing “skinny” is holding so many runners back — from stronger runs, better recovery, and long-term health.

We dive into three powerful mindset shifts that can change how you train, fuel, and feel in your body:

• Strong over skinny — because muscle is your superpower for performance, injury prevention, and aging well
• Building over losing — shifting the focus from shrinking your body to building strength, confidence, and resilience
• Fueling over restricting — learning how proper nutrition (and even eating more!) actually supports fat loss, hormone health, and better running

If you’ve ever felt torn between wanting to be lighter and wanting to be stronger… or if old diet rules are creeping back into your running life, this episode is for you.

We talk about what actually supports sustainable running, why muscle matters more than the number on the scale, and how to move into 2026 focused on health, energy, and longevity — not deprivation.

This is your reminder:
👉 You don’t need to be smaller to be a better runner.
👉 You need to be strong, fueled, and supported.

Press play and let’s redefine what healthy running really looks like — together. 💪✨

01:06 New Year Reflections and Upcoming Race

01:32 Kevin's Race Preparations

05:22 Angie's New Year and New Planner

10:59 The Skinny Culture Discussion

25:40 Owning Your Space and Voice

26:11 Building a Resilient Body

27:11 The Dangers of Rapid Weight Loss

30:17 The Importance of Muscle for Longevity

34:02 Strong Over Skinny

40:08 Fueling Over Restricting

48:49 Summing It All Up

53:14 Join the Movement

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