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 balancing holiday breaks, ski trips, and work commitments, and address ongoing air quality issues in Southern California. Denise talks about her company's efforts to support associates affected by the Pacific Palisades fire.
The conversation also covers Denise's cross-training activities, including a high-altitude skiing trip and her experience with recovery and endurance.
The episode concludes with advice on specific training inquiries and race day preparations.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:23 Holiday Recap and Balancing Life
00:59 Weather and Relocation Updates
01:31 Denise's Work and Community Efforts
03:34 Grocery Industry Insights
05:10 Ski Trip and Cross Training
08:14 Training Progress and Future Plans
12:25 Final Thoughts and Next Steps
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 discuss several key aspects of her training regimen, including a recent sleep study that diagnosed her with moderate sleep apnea, and the use of a CPAP machine to improve her sleep quality.
Other topics covered include gait analysis, fueling strategies during training, and the importance of incremental improvements in training routines. Ian emphasizes the importance of consistency, incremental progress, and adapting training based on individual needs.
There's also a focus on the balance between work, life, and training, highlighting the challenges and strategies for maintaining a healthy routine. Carrie shares her experience of joining a local running group for accountability and the benefits of social running.
00:00 Welcome to Becoming Ultra
00:06 Carrie's Training Journey
00:56 Entrepreneurial Insights
02:45 Nutrition and Fueling Strategies
10:45 Dealing with Aches and Pains
23:09 Sleep Study Results
28:04 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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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 her training for her first ultra marathon.
Deidra shares her struggles with running in cold weather in Texas, her efforts to adapt to new training routines, and her recent achievements in strength training. They talk in detail about the importance of consistent strength training, proper running form, and strategies for dealing with cold weather runs. The conversation also covers the gradual ramp-up in training intensity and the mental fortitude required to stay motivated.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
00:17 Running in Cold Weather
04:19 Training Progress and Challenges
07:30 Strength Training and Its Importance
12:56 Running Form and Technique
20:39 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts
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 Sharman as Carrie prepares for her first ultra marathon. They discuss their progress halfway through the training, overcoming challenges such as sickness and a busy schedule, and the importance of recovery, including insights from Carrie's recent sleep study. Coach Ian provides valuable advice for maintaining consistency and managing health during the training process, while Carrie shares updates on her personal journey and professional life.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
00:30 Holiday Recap and Listener Feedback
02:04 Carrie's Health and Training Updates
03:07 Training Tips for Cold and Flu Season
04:57 Balancing Work and Training
09:26 Adjusting Training for Injuries
20:14 Sleep Study Insights
24:45 Conclusion and Next Steps
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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 personal journey, the origins and evolution of the Hard Rock 100, and his experiences as both an educator and a race director. Dale shares insights on the importance of community in the race, the logistics involved with organizing the event, and how the race has positively affected the local economy. They also delve into the challenges of maintaining the course, managing the lottery system, and advice for new participants. The episode wraps up with tips on race directing, emphasizing the significance of relationships and effective communication.
00:00 Catch-Up and Family Life
00:49 Professional Background and Retirement
02:28 Exploring Local Trails
02:53 Teaching Career and Passion for Leadership
04:33 Introduction to Hard Rock 100
04:56 Founding and Early Days of Hard Rock 100
07:00 Course Mapping and Permitting Challenges
07:53 Managing Hard Rock 100
16:21 Economic Impact and Community Relations
27:20 Lottery System and Community Building
31:31 The Significance of 146 Participants
33:19 Challenges of Managing the Lottery System
36:00 Technological Advancements in Ultra Running
36:46 Funding and Philanthropy Efforts
41:33 Memorable Moments and Finishers
46:34 Future of Hard Rock and Ultra Running
48:32 Advice for First-Time Ultra Race Directors
52:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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 updates and balancing commitments during the holiday season.
They cover the importance of maintaining a variety of workouts, incorporating cross-training, and staying motivated. Denise shares her insights on the benefit of hiking versus running and how cross-training like mountain biking can complement her running routine.
They also delve into the pros and cons of different types of running shoes and the importance of finding the right fit according to personal needs. The conversation wraps up with holiday wishes and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset during the festive period.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
01:03 Holiday Cheer and Traditions
02:32 Gift Giving and Personal Touches
03:57 Running and Training Updates
09:55 Mountain Biking Adventures
13:02 Balancing Training and Life
23:09 Shoe Talk and Race Preparation
29:27 Conclusion and Holiday Wishes
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 scans. Is gait analysis worth it? How much of the training should be walking verse running?
Coach Ian Sharman gives some great insight as she navigates training for her first ultra.
About the hosts:
Ian Sharman
Ian has been racing around the world in all formats of event since 2005 and coaching since 2010, having run over 250 marathons and ultras on five continents (marathon PR 2:21 at age 43, half marathon PR 1:03 at age 44). He's won over 50 marathon+ races with at least one win every year for 19 (and counting) consecutive years. He also holds the fastest time in a trail 100-mile race by a Brit (12h44m), the record for the Grand Slam of Ultrarunning (69h49m), has won the USATF 100-mile trail championship twice and is a four-time Leadville Trail 100 Champion. Ultra Running Magazine has voted him as high as 2nd in its annual Ultra Runner of the Year rankings and 4th in Ultra Runner of the Decade.
Scott Jones, M.S.
Scott started Becoming Ultra to bridge the gap between athletes doing amazing things and the rest of us. There are so many runners that have experienced the joy of training for big things and getting them done and he wanted to bring that to the masses.
The mission is to bring entertaining content and education to the world of running and to continue to coach runners with big goals as he has for the last 20 years! You can listen to him on the Becoming Ultra podcast as a host and coach, find him interviewing other types of athletes and adventurers on Athlete On Fire, or putting on retreats and training camps all over the world.
He has his M.S. in exercise science and has coached athletes from most major professional sports teams, Olympians, 1000’s of young athletes, and hundreds of endurance athletes in his 20+ year career as a coach.