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Jacob and Melody Bateman welcome Mark Fradd, a long-time friend and listener of the podcast, who shares his journey from road running to his first 100k!

Mark discusses his experiences with the Nanny Goat 100k, the challenges he faced, and the importance of family support during his ultra marathon journey. He reflects on how trail running has impacted his life, teaching him the value of endurance and personal growth.

Mark also offers advice for older runners looking to start their running journey, emphasizing the importance of patience and gradual progression.

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Mike McCalley shares his journey into ultra running, focusing on his preparation for the Leadville 100. Mike shares his personal story of transformation, the challenges he faced while training for his first 100-mile race, and the importance of family support and coaching.

The discussion covers the experiences from his 50K and 50 miler races, emphasizing lessons learned about hydration, nutrition, and pacing. Mike also expresses his concerns about the altitude and cutoffs at Leadville, while highlighting the significance of having a supportive crew during the race.

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Brendan Boren a recent 50k finisher delves into what brought him into the sport and how he was able to to build up to his first ultra.

In his conversation with host Jacob Bateman they discuss the challenges and joys of training, the differences between marathon and ultra running experiences, and the supportive nature of the trail running community.

Brendan shares valuable insights on training strategies, the importance of strength training, and the mental aspects of endurance running. The conversation concludes with reflections on personal growth through running and future aspirations in the sport.

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