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  • Stephanie Case | Fertility, Motherhood, & Winning Snowdonia by UTMB

    Stephanie Case | Fertility, Motherhood, & Winning Snowdonia by UTMB
    2025/06/04

    Stephanie Case is a Canadian pro ultra runner and human rights lawyer based in Chamonix, FR. Over the last few years, Stephanie has been very open about her fertility journey, including miscarriages and failed IVF treatments, and all the emotional turmoil of her path to motherhood. At the end of 2024, Stephanie gave birth to her daughter Pepper, and in May 2025, Stephanie returned to the racecourse for the first time in nearly 3 years, winning the Snowdonia by UTMB 100k. The performance has gained immense mainstream news coverage. This is her third appearance on the podcast:

    • Stephanie's fertility struggles
    • The financial and lifestyle sacrifices on the path to motherhood
    • Return to racing at Snowdonia, only 6 months post-partum
    • Starting with a 30min disadvantage
    • Lessons on optimism
    • Preparing for Hardrock in July
    • A lot more!

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    1 時間 12 分
  • Alex King | The Story of Terignōta

    Alex King | The Story of Terignōta
    2025/06/02

    Today's episode is a crosscast with our other show, Second Nature. If you enjoy this type of content, search and subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player or on YouTube.

    Alex King launched his brand Terignōta less than a year ago, showing the industry that it is possible to deliver high quality running apparel without breaking the bank. In this extremely transparent conversation, Alex shares all of the details of the business. As a first-time founder, Alex shares all of the lessons he's learned, as well as his plans for the future of Terignōta.

    Show Notes:

    Terignōta: https://terignota.com/

    Trailmix Article: https://wearetrailmix.substack.com/p/what-if-running-apparel-was-cheaper

    Warby Parker HIBT Episode: https://www.npr.org/2018/03/26/586048422/warby-parker-dave-gilboa-neil-blumenthal

    Terignōta x Abigail West: https://terignota.com/products/abigail-west-x-crest-cap

    Shopify Loan Program: https://www.shopify.com/capital

    Outside Buyer's Guide: https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-gear/clothing-apparel/best-running-shirts-for-men/

    Brand, Product, Content:

    Gates $100k Prize: https://go.gates.com/GBD-100k-BELTED-PURSE.html

    Andy Irons Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJWIPRvtAHk

    HY.Q: https://www.drinkhyq.com/

    Join us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/second-nature-media

    Meet us on Slack: https://www.launchpass.com/second-nature

    Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondnature.media

    Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.secondnature.media

    Subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@secondnaturemedia
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    1 時間 14 分
  • Rest Day | Western States Attrition, Kilian's Training, TrailCon, Zegama, & Sunnape Scramble

    Rest Day | Western States Attrition, Kilian's Training, TrailCon, Zegama, & Sunnape Scramble
    2025/05/30

    Welcome to Rest Day, Freetrail's occasional news pod covering the latest happenings in trail running. The docket today:

    • Western States Training Camp
    • Jim Walmsley, Hayden Hawks, & Jon Rea withdraw from Western States
    • Is Kilian the WS favorite?
    • Unbreakable 2 cancellation
    • What to expect at at TrailCon
    • Freetrail's Trailgating coverage of Broken Arrow and WS
    • Zegama recap
    • Sunnape Scramble preview

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    1 時間 6 分
  • Joaquin Lopez | UTMB Podium Finisher & Mt. Fuji 100 Course Record Holder

    Joaquin Lopez | UTMB Podium Finisher & Mt. Fuji 100 Course Record Holder
    2025/05/28

    Joaquin Lopez is a professional trail runner from Ecuador, living in Barcelona. After many years of strong performances, Joaquin had a huge international breakthrough, finishing 3rd at the 2024 UTMB. Building off that momentum, Joaquin started his 2025 season with a huge win and course record at the Mt. Fuji 100 in Japan, winning by a large margin. This is his first appearance on the podcast.

    Topics discussed:

    • Ecuadorian sporting culture
    • The state of Latin American trail running
    • Having a clear purpose and its benefit to performance
    • Joaquin's background in adventure racing
    • The 2024 UTMB and what led to that breakthrough
    • Joaquin's method for goal setting and race selection
    • The dominant Mt. Fuji 100 performance
    • Joaquin's sponsor Kailas
    • His work with the Pro Trail Runners Association
    • A lot more!

    *Note: In the podcast, Joaquin says his first ultra was in 2019 - he meant to say 2012, when he was 19 years old.

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    1 時間 16 分
  • Hans Troyer | Young & Fit with a Golden Ticket

    Hans Troyer | Young & Fit with a Golden Ticket
    2025/05/21

    Hans Troyer is a pro trail runner for Altra living in Cartersville, GA. He burst onto the scene with a win and course record at the Bandera 100k in 2024. At only 25 years old, he's one of the most exciting young talents in the sport. Most recently, Hans finished 2nd at the Canyons 100k, earning a Golden Ticket to the 2025 Western States 100. This is his first appearance on the podcast.

    Topics:

    • The meaning behind Hans' various taglines
    • Cartersville, GA and how it's shaped him as an athlete
    • Big breakthrough at the 2024 Bandera 100k
    • When the competitive drive goes to far: Rhabdo at Black Canyon
    • Training under the tutelage of David Roche
    • Canyons 100k performance
    • Goals for Western States
    • A lot more!

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    Hans Troyer's YouTube channel

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    1 時間 22 分
  • Tommie Runz | Sobriety, Self-Transformation, & The Solo Speed Project

    Tommie Runz | Sobriety, Self-Transformation, & The Solo Speed Project
    2025/05/14
    In this conversation, Tommie Runz shares his inspiring journey of personal transformation, focusing on his struggles with alcohol addiction and the path to sobriety through running. He discusses the pivotal moments that led to his decision to change, the importance of community support, and how he filled the void left by alcohol with positive habits, particularly running. Tommie reflects on his experiences with marathons and ultra-distance events, emphasizing the significance of saying 'yes' to opportunities and the power of choosing one's own path in the face of adversity. In this conversation, Tommie Runz shares his transformative journey through the Speed Project, a grueling 340-mile race from Santa Monica to Las Vegas. He discusses how he embraced the challenge, faced his fears, and the importance of community support. Tommie reflects on the lessons learned from both running and life, emphasizing accountability, the power of choices, and the significance of personal growth. He also honors the memory of a close friend and highlights the importance of making positive decisions in life. Topics: Discovering alcohol and falling into addictionTommie’s rock bottom momentGetting sober and the ingredients of self-transformationDiscovering running and investing in healthRunning all six World Marathon Majors in a calendar yearThe magic of the speed projectTommie’s experience running 340 miles in five daysFinishing in Las VegasTommie’s fundraiser for release recoveryA lot more! REGISTER FOR TRAILCON Listen to the Tommis Runz show Donate to Tommie's Speed Project fundraiser Sponsors: Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland FootwearGrab a trail running pack from OspreyUse code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.comGo to ketone.com/freetrail30 for 30% off a subscription of Ketone IQ Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava
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    1 時間 19 分
  • Rest Day | Canyons Debrief, Golden Ticket Conclusion, Great Wall Trail, Madeira, Mt. Fuji 100, Cocodona, & Athletes as Employees

    Rest Day | Canyons Debrief, Golden Ticket Conclusion, Great Wall Trail, Madeira, Mt. Fuji 100, Cocodona, & Athletes as Employees
    2025/04/29

    Welcome to Rest Day, Freetrail's occasional news pod covering the latest happenings in trail running. The docket today:

    • Canyons by UTMB debrief
    • Western States Golden Ticket recap
    • Great Wall Trail, Madeira, & Mt. Fuji 100 highlights
    • Cocodona 250 preview
    • The emerging trends of athletes becoming employees of their brand partners

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    1 時間 6 分
  • Canyons 100k & 50k Post Race Show & Podium Interviews | Trailgating

    Canyons 100k & 50k Post Race Show & Podium Interviews | Trailgating
    2025/04/27

    Welcome to Freetrail's coverage of the 2025 Canyons by UTMB hosted by Dylan Bowman. Today we recap the 100k and 50k races. Thanks to everyone for tuning into this weekend's coverage! And a huge thanks to HOKA!
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    1 時間 27 分