Gotta Run Podcast

Dec 09 2024 133 ep. 47 mins 4
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Trail and Ultra running stories as told to us by average and not so average athletes. We seek the untold tales of everyday runners. Brought to you by GottaRunRacing Series. Please join your hosts Norman and Jodi, Directors of GottaRunRacing.com as we discover the ascents and descents of trail running. Website - https://www.gottarunracing.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpIygehlXPgM_AyruXx4Mxw?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gottarunracing Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gottarunracing/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/gottarun_racing Support us on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/gottarunracing

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GRP #133 Trail Talk with Adam Lee: Host Of The Community Trail Running Podcast / GottaRunPodcast

Dec 09 2024 35 mins  
Welcome back for another episode of the Gotta Run Podcast. We were thrilled to collaborate with Adam Lee, the dynamic host of the Community Trail Running Podcast, for a 2 for 1 episode! We chat with Adam about his journey from Ontario to the BC Coast and his recent relocation to Canada’s hot spot for trail running; Crowsnest Pass. He details his passion for running and how it le

GRP # 132 ANDREA MARCATO 5x Winner of the Self-Transcendence 3100 Miler / GottaRunPodcast

Nov 26 2024 63 mins  
Join us on the Gotta Run Podcast as we delve into the extraordinary world of ultra-endurance running with Andrea Marcato, a five-time consecutive winner of the Self-Transcendence 3,100 Mile Race. Discover the mental and physical challenges of this grueling event, where runners circle a single city block in Queens, New York, for up to 52 days, covering a distance equivalent to runn

GRP #131 Jordan Brett's Journey to Javelina 100K Victory / GottaRunPodcast

Nov 15 2024 58 mins  
Join us in this exciting episode of the Gotta Run Podcast as we dive deep into the world of trail running with Jordan Brett, a 32-year-old runner from Vancouver, British Columbia. Originally hailing from the UK, Jordan shares his journey from his early days in team sports to becoming the first male finisher at the Javelina 100K. Jordan takes us through his transformative running

GRP #130 From Gamer to Ultra Runner: Leo Vitelli's Journey of Transformation / GottaRunPodcast

Oct 24 2024 66 mins  
Join us on the GottaRunPodcast as we dive into the inspiring journey of Leo Vitelli, an ultra runner, personal trainer, and run coach based in Toronto. Once a professional gamer, Leo shares how he transformed his life dramatically in his mid-20s, swapping game controllers for running shoes. Discover how Leo’s relentless determination and mental toughness, honed during his gaming

GRP #129 Joggling the Miles: Michal Kapral’s Record-Breaking Ultra Distance / GottaRunPodcast

Oct 10 2024 50 mins  
In this episode of the Gotta Run Podcast, hosts Jodi and Norm welcome Canadian runner Michal Kapral, an ultramarathon juggler with an impressive list of world records including juggling 3 objects in the half marathon with a time of 1:20:40 in 2014. His claim to fame is the record for the fastest marathon while juggling three objects in a staggering time of 2:50:12 at the Scotiabank

GRP #128 Unstoppable at 63: Susan Lowe-Wylde's Epic Ultra-Running Year / GottaRunPodcast

Oct 01 2024 58 mins  
Welcome back to the Gotta Run Podcast! Join hosts Jodi and Norm as they dive into an extraordinary episode featuring Susan Lowe-Wylde, a 63-year-old ultra-runner who has had an incredible year. Susan shares her journey from her early days in orienteering to her recent ultra-running accomplishments, including her experiences this year at the Yakima Skyline Rim 50K, Meet the Minotau

GRP #127 Lost Soul Ultra: An Epic Race Recap / GottaRunPodcast

Sep 17 2024 29 mins  
Join your hosts Jodi and Norman as they dive into an exhilarating race recap of the Lost Soul Ultra in Lethbridge, Alberta. Norman shares his firsthand experience running the challenging 100K race, detailing the highs and lows, unexpected falls, and the unique scenery. Discover how Norman trained for this Western States qualifier, the importance of a dedicated crew, and the strate

GRP #126 GARETH JONES Part 2: Running Towards Redemption / GottaRunPodcast

Sep 10 2024 37 mins  
Hey everyone, we’re back with part two of Gareth Jones’ incredible journey. If you haven’t listened to the first episode, we strongly recommend you do because it gives you his incredible backstory and what has led him to take on these races that he’s doing now. In this episode, we dive into Gareth’s experience running the Swiss Alps 100, a race known for its stunning scen

GRP #125 GARETH JONES Part 1: A Story of Transformation / GottaRunPodcast

Sep 03 2024 38 mins  
Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Gotta Run Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Gareth Jones, a Welsh ultra runner whose story is nothing short of extraordinary. Gareth shares his harrowing past, from battling drug addiction to facing attempted murder charges to finding redemption through running. Discover how sitting in a jail cell led him to transform his life and e

GRP #124 DEVIN FEATHERSTONE Lost Soul Ultra 3 x Champion Is Back / Gotta Run Podcast

Aug 23 2024 52 mins  
In this episode, your hosts Norm and Jodi are joined by Devin Featherstone, an accomplished ultra runner from Calgary, Alberta. Devin shares his journey in the ultra running world, from his first race at the Canadian Death Race to his multiple podium finishes at the Lost Soul Ultra. He also provides invaluable tips for those preparing for Lost Soul, covering everything from gear