Becoming Ultra is following the journey's of runners who are being coached by some of the best coaches in the sport. The runners coaching calls and journey is documented on this podcast and social media. Along the way will be coaching tips, race directors perspective, and the stories of elite and everyday runners on their first Ultra run!
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Sep 29, 2026 · 43:26
Neal Palles knows the mental side of endurance sport from a few different angles. He's an ultrarunning coach, licensed clinical social worker, Certified Mental Performance…
Sep 22, 2026 · 1:01:03
Tim Gorichanaz didn't grow up athletic. His path into running started with a family 5K, moved quickly into marathons, and eventually led to ultrarunning and a nearly decade-long…
Sep 15, 2026 · 48:03
Blake Nations used to joke that he'd only run if it was raining and he needed to get to his car. A couple of years later, he's finished his first ultra and is training for the…
Sep 1, 2026 · 32:05
Hardrock 100 puts just 146 runners into one of the most remote and demanding mountain races in ultrarunning. Supporting them requires approximately 650 volunteers, specialized…
Aug 25, 2026 · 26:04
Finishing last isn't the same as failing. Ultrarunner and race director Mandy Hansel shares what her DFL finishes have taught her about courage, cutoffs, and creating races where…
Aug 18, 2026 · 35:25
How fast should you actually be moving at mile 20, 50 or 80 of an ultra? Danny Murphy is an ultrarunner, engineer and the founder of UltraPacer, a race-planning tool designed to…
Aug 11, 2026 · 49:44
Dr. Mandy Riehl is a chiropractor, former Division I runner, trail and ultrarunner, and high school cross-country coach who works extensively with endurance athletes. In this…
Aug 4, 2026 · 38:51
Ultrarunner and Down with Running founder Matt Lamos shares how his daughter Lilly inspired a mission to help individuals with special needs pursue meaningful physical goals one…
Jul 28, 2026 · 44:10
Many endurance athletes spend plenty of time thinking about what to eat during a race but far less time considering whether they're eating enough to support their training every…
Jul 21, 2026 · 1:05:37
Mike Smith has completed 254 hundred-mile races, but his running journey began with a simple promise to run the Disney Marathon with a coworker. Fresh off becoming the final…
Jul 16, 2026 · 54:48
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Jul 7, 2026 · 35:19
In this episode, Scott talks with ultrarunner and coach, Liza Howard about how endurance athletes can train, race, and stay safe in hot conditions. Liza shares practical…
Jun 30, 2026 · 41:29
In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Kevin Stone for a conversation about injury, recovery, and what runners can do to stay active for the long haul. Whether you are coming back…
Jun 23, 2026 · 37:39
In this episode, we're talking all things ultra race crewing with Sandra Bullock Smith, author of Crewing for an Ultra Run: Start to Finish . Crewing can make a huge difference…
Jun 16, 2026 · 52:44
In this episode, Dr. Tonya Olson shares expert insights on foot care for ultra runners, covering common issues, prevention strategies, and effective products to keep your feet…
Jun 9, 2026 · 38:14
Join us as we explore the scenic West Elk Wilderness with race director Ben Graves. Discover the race details, the stunning landscape of Paonia, Colorado, and how this event…
Apr 30, 2026 · 26:18
Ian Sharman discusses his journey of writing 'The Art of Ultra Running,' sharing insights on pacing, mental strategies, and lessons from elite runners like Zach Bitter and…
Apr 8, 2026 · 7:08
Scott does a short solo episode today to talk about a few of the things going on on the western slope of Colorado! Have a great day!
Mar 24, 2026 · 40:12
In this conversation Scott speaks with Lauren Callahan, a nutrition coach and doctoral student, as she shares her insights on nutrition, gut health, and endurance sports. She…
Jan 28, 2026 · 41:33
Summary On this episode Scott and Ian Sharman discuss the evolving landscape of ultra running, coaching, and the impact of social media on sponsorships. He reflects on the…
Jan 19, 2026 · 46:46
In this episode Scott chats with Chris Avery, a coach and ultra runner, about his journey from hating running to embracing ultra marathons. They discuss Chris's ambitious plan to…
Jan 7, 2026 · 56:34
On this episode Scott and Hans Kaspersetz discuss Hans's transformative journey from being 305 pounds to becoming an ultra runner. They explore themes of family dynamics, the…
Dec 10, 2025 · 1:00:40
Scott sits down with Marie Leautey to talk about her epic run around the world, yes, the world! Enjoy the show and read below for a solid AI description of it all!! Title:…
Dec 3, 2025 · 11:55
On this episode Scott shares 5 ideas to get the most out of your December to hit the ground running in January. Some are great reminders and a couple may be new to you. In any…
Nov 20, 2025 · 41:45
In this episode of Becoming Ultra, host Scott Jones speaks with Mary Martin, the race director of the Stand Hope Ultra Challenge. They discuss Mary's journey from the East Coast…
Nov 12, 2025 · 12:34
Becoming Ultra is back after a little 4 month hiatus! Scott hops on to share what's been going on and what to look forward to with BU. The lessons from running far transend to…
Jun 27, 2025 · 29:15
In this episode of Becoming Ultra, Scott discusses with Ken Krogsrud, the race director of the Lost Sierra ultra in Downeyville, California. Ken shares his journey into ultra…
May 16, 2025 · 52:02
Scott has a conversation with Adam Ludwin who shares his entrepreneurial journey from founding Captify Technologies to discovering the transformative power of breathwork. He…
May 14, 2025 · 22:24
On this episode Denise shares her transformative experience running the Mendocino Coast Ultra. From her initial impressions of the beautiful coastal town to the challenges faced…
May 9, 2025 · 1:13:56
Scott Jones and Henry Abbott explore the importance of outdoor play, the evolution of sports, and the significance of injury prevention in athletics. They share personal…
May 3, 2025 · 28:26
Today Scot interviews Jennifer Conroyd, the founder of Fluid Running, about her journey into the world of aqua jogging and how it can help runners maintain their fitness while…
May 1, 2025 · 1:05:28
On this episode, Dr. Scott Frey discusses his journey from academia to the world of sports science, focusing on the intersection of cognitive neuroscience and athlete…
Apr 30, 2025 · 20:30
In this episode of Becoming Ultra, Deidra shares her inspiring journey to becoming an ultrarunner, detailing her training, race experience, and the personal growth she achieved…
Apr 21, 2025 · 48:07
In this episode, Scott Jones introduces Jackson Brill, a coach based in Bend, Oregon. They discuss Jackson's background, his experiences in teaching and coaching, and his love…
Apr 17, 2025 · 24:22
In this episode, Scott Jones and Deidra discuss her journey leading up to her first 50K race. They explore her training experiences, the challenges she faced, and the mental…
Apr 17, 2025 · 32:32
In this episode of Becoming Ultra, Scott Jones, Denise, and Addie discuss the journey of preparing for an ultra marathon, focusing on the challenges of tapering, dealing with…
Apr 14, 2025 · 17:26
Today Scott and race director Sid discuss the upcoming Mendocino Coast 50K, focusing on pre-race nerves, logistics, course strategy, aid stations, and post-race activities. Sid…
Apr 7, 2025 · 20:24
In this conversation, Denise shares her experiences and insights from her recent marathon as she prepares for her first ultra marathon. The discussion covers her mental and…
Apr 2, 2025 · 57:23
In this engaging conversation, Scott and Cassidy Randall explore the world of freelance writing, the impact of AI on creativity, and the adventures that inspire Cassidy's work.…
Apr 1, 2025 · 28:09
In this episode, Scott Jones, Carrie, and her coach Ian Sharman discuss Carrie's journey as she pivots from training for her first ultra marathon to participating in the Napa…
Mar 22, 2025 · 26:57
In this episode of Becoming Ultra, host Scott Jones, along with coach Addie and her client Denise, discuss Denise's journey as she prepares for her first ultra marathon. They…
Mar 21, 2025 · 19:11
Deidra's Journey to Ultra Running Continues: In this episode, Scott talks with Deidra about her training regimen leading up to a crucial race in April. They discuss the…
Mar 7, 2025 · 46:59
Summary In this conversation, Scott Jones and Mari Lowe discuss Mari's journey from training for her first ultra marathon to summiting Kilimanjaro. They explore the mental and…
Mar 3, 2025 · 21:55
Adapting Goals and Overcoming Challenges in Ultra Training. Pivoting is not quitting. In this episode of Becoming Ultra Season 16, host Scott Jones and coaches Ian and Carrie…
Feb 24, 2025 · 22:40
Becoming Ultra: Training Tales and Marathon Musings with Denise and Addie. In this episode of 'Becoming Ultra,' Denise and Addie catch up on Denise's running journey, discussing…
Feb 13, 2025 · 22:13
In this episode of 'Becoming Ultra', Scott, Ian, and his coaching client, Carrie, discuss the emotional and physical hurdles faced during Carrie's preparation for her first ultra…
Feb 11, 2025 · 19:21
Training for Your First Ultra: Overcoming Challenges with Deidre In this epsode, Scott and Deidre discuss her journey of training for her first ultra-marathon scheduled in…
Feb 4, 2025 · 56:01
Creating Inclusive Athletic Opportunities: The Kyle Pease Foundation Story In this engaging conversation, two brothers from Atlanta, Brent and Kyle Pease, share their inspiring…
Jan 28, 2025 · 14:39
In the first call of 2025, Denise catches up with her coach Addie about her training progress for her first ultra marathon, set for April 19th in Mendocino. They discuss…
Jan 27, 2025 · 39:42
In this episode of Becoming Ultra, host Scott Jones interviews Carrie and her coach Ian Sharman. Carrie is training for her first Ultra marathon on April 19th in Mendocino. They…
Jan 21, 2025 · 23:02
Overcoming Winter Challenges: Deidra's Journey to Her First Ultra Marathon In the first call of 2025, Scott and Deidra discuss how she is faring in the initial weeks of 2025 of…
Jan 17, 2025 · 25:31
Midpoint Training Updates and Overcoming Challenges in Ultra Marathon Prep In this episode of Becoming Ultra Season 16, host Scott Jones catches up with Carrie and her coach Ian…
Jan 15, 2025 · 56:46
A Deep Dive into the Hard Rock 100 with Race Director Dale In this episode, Scott chats with Dale, the race director of the Hard Rock 100 Endurance Run. They discuss Dale's…
Jan 7, 2025 · 33:06
Balancing Training and Holiday Cheer: Denise, Addie, and the Importance of Cross-Training In this episode of 'Becoming Ultra,' Denise and Addie discuss their recent training…
Jan 2, 2025 · 25:54
Carrie brings some great questions about her training to the call today including: How to decide when running is too much when you aren't 100% well? Pre and post training Dexa…
Dec 16, 2024 · 1:04:11
Scott had a chance to sit down with Ben Tracy who is running across the country to highlight the importance on online safety for our youth. Some of the stories from the kids he…
Dec 12, 2024 · 58:28
Dreama Walton is an ultrarunner and parent with a great story of perseverance from life circumstances. She took chances to get out of situations that weren't ideal and has…
Dec 11, 2024 · 16:55
Many ultra runners start training perfectly healthy with no past injury or issues to slow them down and some of us have to start while we are dealing with those issues. Deidra is…
Dec 9, 2024 · 26:31
As coach Ian Sharman guides Carrie throughout the holiday season ramping up for big goals in 2025 she asks some common but pertinnet questions about footwear and strength…
Nov 26, 2024 · 47:54
Cale Pearson was a runner for Season 11 of the Becoming Ultra project. One thing that has been so cool are the side projects and trickle down of the project. We have had books…
Nov 25, 2024 · 26:26
On the show today we talk about Ian's amazing PR in the half marathon recently as he had to adjust from a marathon effort to the half. Carrie travels and gets some rest and come…
Nov 19, 2024 · 15:03
Deidra comes back from the amazing mountains of Big Bend and we talk about her adventure as well as come up with some best practices dealing with plantar fasciitis, something…
Nov 19, 2024 · 32:40
Change is here! Kris & Carly discuss how much the past 151 episodes have meant to them and what the future holds! They recap some of their favorite moments and give info on where…
Nov 13, 2024 · 28:50
Coach Addie and Scott get to know Denise on her first epsiode of Season 16. Denise has an amazing coming to running story that I think many will be able to relate to. Starting in…
Nov 12, 2024 · 40:18
One of Kellie's friends describe her as "an all-around incredible runner. Her feet are basically wings as she climbs mountains like they are anthills. She is not only a great…
Nov 6, 2024 · 37:28
Today we get to meet our second runner of Season 16, Carrie Balick who shares her story with Scott and her coach for the season, Ian Sharman. She grew up on the east coast and…
Nov 5, 2024 · 48:41
Anderson Dibble does not shy away from hard races. In fact, she seems to gravitate towards challenges. Some of her racing adventures include the Sugg Farm Ultra 50 Miler (First…
Nov 4, 2024 · 28:39
Coach Scott meets his runner for Season 16 of the Becoming Ultra project, Deidra. Deidra resides in Round Rock, Texas, just outside of Austin. She is currently a stat at home mom…
Nov 2, 2024 · 22:05
Hurricane Helene ravaged many of the communities in the mountains of North Carolina. Scott brings Mariah from Season 10 of the Becoming Ultra project on to talk about her small…
Oct 29, 2024 · 32:43
The Indiana Trail 100 took place at Chain O' Lakes State Park in Albion, Indiana on October 12-13. The course consists of four 25-mile loops with about 1,500 feet of gain per…
Oct 26, 2024 · 11:18
Today Ian, Addie, and Scott come on to choose the runners of Season 16 who will run their first ultra at the Mendocino Coast 50k in April! Enjoy the show!
Oct 22, 2024 · 43:59
What a fun conversation this was with Missy! We know Missy through BU and she was one of our biggest supporters when we launched the podcast. Just a joy to talk with, Missy…
Oct 15, 2024 · 46:17
Some of our most inspiring guests come from referrals. Our friend Rebecca messaged us about Heather. They met during Vol State and Rebecca knew we had to chat with her. Heather…
Oct 8, 2024 · 20:43
Coach Addie Bracey joins the show again to share her recent adventures which include an epic race that took 30 hours and finishing a retreat center near Leadville! We talk about…
Oct 8, 2024 · 54:08
We catch up with Lucja after her latest adventure, and wow was it a big one! The Divide 200 is Canada's only 200-mile ultra marathon. It takes place in the…
Oct 3, 2024 · 26:02
As Season 16 kicks off we are talking to the coaches of the project about all things ultra running. On this episode Ian Sharman and Scott talk about the most common reasons or…
Oct 2, 2024 · 24:54
Erin trained for over 4 months for her first ultra with Coach Lindsay and nailed it on the Grindstone 50k course! We talk about things she learned on race day and what is next.…
Oct 1, 2024 · 53:17
Scott talks to the race director and founder of the Mendocino Coast 50k, Sid Garza-Hillman about the history of the race, his running journey, and the launch of the newest season…
Oct 1, 2024 · 38:51
We had the most fun talking to Tracy Meyerson. She recently finished her goal of running a marathon/ultra distance in every state. We discuss what it takes to accomplish that…
Sep 24, 2024 · 32:30
If you have ever wanted more information about the World Major Marathons, this episode is for you! If you haven't, well, still listen for a educational lesson :). We talk all…
Sep 20, 2024 · 32:26
The time has come for Erin to go celebrate her training on the Grindstone 50k course! Her calf woes are over and the training is in the bank. We started the call with a little…
Sep 17, 2024 · 22:29
Kris is back from an epic backpacking trip and is here to tell us all about it! She gives listeners some great advice on how to get started in backpacking, based on her own…
Sep 14, 2024 · 22:22
Erin is experiencing the ups and downs of training as we get ever so closer to her first ultra. On the show today she shares her advneture on the Aqua Blaze race. A rowing and…
Sep 10, 2024 · 58:13
Kris first met Ashley during a 50 mile race Ashley was running and then continued to see her at other local races. With Ashley's unassuming confidence and talent, Kris just knew…
Sep 3, 2024 · 1:04:32
Karmell Ohlrogge & Lee Conner are two bad ass women. Collectively they have conquered over eighty 100 milers. They are also champions of women who want to experience a 100-mile…
Aug 30, 2024 · 1:00:55
Enjoy another episode about ultra endurance. Our guest, Jenn Pattee, is an ultra runner and entrepreneur who took on the challenge of riding the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route…
Aug 30, 2024 · 15:52
Training fatigue has definitely set in as Erin balances her demanding work and training schedule but it doesn't mean she isn't going to find adventure to keep her spirits and…
Aug 27, 2024 · 59:14
Eric Davis is new to ultra running. He has tackled some technical ultras over the last year and has consistently finished in the top, including winning the MoMoFo 100k in June.…
Aug 20, 2024 · 53:57
Will Sprouse is an interesting guy, I think everyone will feel inspired after hearing what he has to say. Will is an ultra-runner, restaurant owner, pilot, race director,…
Aug 13, 2024 · 48:49
Andrew Kelly is extreme, and we mean that in the best way. He rises at 4 am every day to run and is currently on a running streak that is over 1,500 days. He loves the challenge…
Aug 12, 2024 · 51:17
Scott had a great chat with Susie Chan on all things adventure, life, and running. We aim to make more content to inspire big efforts from regular, amazing, humans. Enjoy! From…
Aug 10, 2024 · 39:48
Delorean Ostrom was a featured runner on Season 13 of the project. His amazing wife lost her battle with a rare cancer in January and we wanted to check in on Delorean. He is…
Aug 9, 2024 · 28:00
Erin had the chance to get out and run a part of the course for the Grindstone 50k to see how technical the trails were. School is back in session so a new training schedule had…
Aug 6, 2024 · 51:05
Becky & Sarah are two fun spirited, adventurous friends. They have shared many miles together on the trails including backpacking sections of the AT, trail runs, and most…
Aug 2, 2024 · 49:01
Today's episode is a change up from typical ultra conversations but an important one nonetheless. Whether you are training for the Olympics or your own big goals, having coaches…
Jul 22, 2024 · 28:11
Erin is getting to the higher volume of her training as she continues her journey towards her first ultra. We talk about dealing with heat and seeking water post run during the…
Jul 12, 2024 · 23:24
Erin is training for her first ultra at the Grindstone 50k coming in September. Today her coach talks about her longer efforts and early aid station strategy to start thinking…
Jul 1, 2024 · 13:32
On this episode of Ultra Nutrition we get a great question that many runners and athletes can relate to. As your training volume goes up how do you find ways to get the calories…
Jun 25, 2024 · 52:50
Jess Vanderbush has many interests, she is an ultra-runner, poet, and documentary filmmaker, she is also the founder, editor-in-chief, and creative director of Eat Clean Run…
Jun 19, 2024 · 20:27
Nutrition coach Abby and coach Scott address listener questions in this ongoing series about nutrition and fueling for athletes. The questions were regarding plant based athletes…
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