Mar 01 2025 42 mins 1
In this episode of the Trail Life Podcast, 'Ultra Buds Unleashed,' with guest host Isabella Janovich, Isabella interviews Kevin Goldberg, an accomplished ultra runner and endurance coach. Kevin shares his journey from starting as a casual runner to tackling some of the toughest 200-plus mile races. He discusses his hip surgeries, his entry into the ultra running scene, and his experiences running races like the Tour de Gence and Cocodona 250. Kevin also talks about his work at TrainingPeaks, coaching athletes, and his podcast 'Distance to Empty,' which focuses on the 200-mile distance. This episode is filled with insights into ultra running, training tips, and an inspiring story of resilience and passion.
00:00 Welcome Back to the Trail Life Podcast
00:52 Introducing Ultra Buds Unleashed
02:23 Meet Kevin Goldberg: Ultra Runner and Endurance Coach
03:43 Kevin's Journey into Trail Running
04:58 The Challenge of 200-Mile Races
10:49 Experiencing the Tour de Gence
15:20 The People's Runner: Kevin's Cocodona Experience
18:10 Balancing a Career in the Running Industry
23:03 Balancing Coaching and Full-Time Work
23:38 Starting the Distance to Empty Podcast
24:27 Podcast Success and Community Impact
26:23 Training and Work-Life Balance
29:06 Big Races and Events for 2025
31:26 Pacing, Crewing, and Podcast Growth
34:37 Advice for New 200 Mile Runners
37:05 Favorite and Dream Races
40:08 Inspiring Hip Surgery Story
