100-Miler Training Principles: The Most Important Things to Focus On in Training
Training for a 100-mile ultramarathon isn’t just about piling on the miles — it’s about building the right foundation that makes your body, mind, and strategy bulletproof on race day.In this episode, Joe breaks down the exact framework he used while preparing for the Kodiak 100, explaining how to identify your biggest limiter and structure training around what really matters. Whether you’re chasing your first buckle or aiming for a PR, you’ll learn how to craft a plan that fits your life, maximizes your strengths, and eliminates the mistakes that sabotage most runners.What you'll learn:The 4 key training pillars that determine success in every 100-miler—and how to know which one you need to prioritize.How to personalize your plan based on your background, schedule, and experience level (instead of blindly copying others).Why most runners overtrain in one area and completely miss the real limiter holding them back.The simple diagnostic test Joe uses to decide if you’re fitness-limited, durability-limited, or mindset-limited.How to build an unbreakable engine that lasts through the final miles, even when your legs want to quit.A major training mistake that quietly sabotages endurance progress—and how to fix it immediately.The hidden link between strength training and race-day performance that most ultrarunners overlook.How to build mental resilience for when everything starts to unravel at mile 70 (and what separates those who finish strong from those who fade).Joe’s personal insights from racing 200-milers and coaching hundreds of ultrarunners—and how those lessons shaped his approach for Kodiak.Thank you for listening!SHOW NOTES:Register for our race, The Desert Peak Ultra 100K + 50K at desertpeakultra.comWant to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here: https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coachingWant to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray at playonrelief.comTry Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at bearbuttwipes.comTry Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at Janji.comTry Ketone-IQ and get 30% off your order at ketone.com/everydayultra
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The Pre-Race Checklist to Crush Your Ultramarathon
You’ve put in the miles, nailed your training, and visualized the finish line—but one missed detail can still derail your entire ultra. In this episode, Joe breaks down the six essential steps every runner needs to dial in before race day. Whether you’re running a 50K or a 200 miler, this checklist will help you avoid common mistakes and show up fully prepared.Here’s a taste of what you’ll learn:How to build a realistic pace plan (and why it’s the foundation of everything else).The exact gear strategy Joe uses for 100-milers (including must-haves most runners overlook).A proven system to plan your nutrition and hydration hour by hour so you never bonk.Smart drop bag and crew tactics that keep you moving instead of scrambling.Pro tips for avoiding DNFs and making race day as smooth as possible.If you’ve ever worried about forgetting something before your big race, this episode will be your go-to guide.SHOW LINKS:Register for our race, The Desert Peak Ultra 100K + 50K at desertpeakultra.comWant to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here: https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coachingWant to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgGet your FREE TrainingPeaks account to track, plan, and analyze your training easier at trainingpeaks.com/everydayultraTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray at playonrelief.comTry Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at bearbuttwipes.comTry Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at Janji.comTry Ketone-IQ and get 30% off your order at ketone.com/everydayultra
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Powerful Ultrarunning Lessons from Running Across Colorado with Hunter Leininger
What can ultrarunners learn from running 760 miles across Colorado with 300,000 feet of climbing—while battling sickness, broken gear, and brutal weather? That’s exactly what Hunter Leininger discovered on his record-setting traverse across the Rockies.In this episode, Hunter shares not just the story of his Colorado FKT, but the practical lessons you can apply to your own training, racing, and mindset. Whether you’re training for your first ultra or chasing your own big goals, these insights will help you go further than you thought possible.You’ll learn:How to reframe suffering so it doesn’t break you mid-raceThe daily strategy Hunter used that completely changed his performanceWhy mindset can be more important than mileage in long ultrasA simple trick to avoid feeling overwhelmed by distance or time leftThe fueling principle that kept negative thoughts away for 760 milesHunter’s personal race-day checklist that you can adapt to run your best raceHuge thank you to Hunter for coming on the show!SHOW LINKS: Register for our race, The Desert Peak Ultra 100K + 50K at desertpeakultra.comWant to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here: https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coachingWant to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray at playonrelief.comTry Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at bearbuttwipes.comTry Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at Janji.comTry Ketone-IQ and get 30% off your order at ketone.com/everydayultra
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Ultramarathon Training for Mountains from the Flatlands: Jennifer Taylor’s High Lonesome 100 Miler Success
In this episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast, host Joe Corcione chats with his athlete Jennifer Taylor, who recently conquered her first 100-miler at the High Lonesome 100—one of the toughest ultras in the U.S.Jennifer opens up about how she turned grief and trauma into fuel for her running journey, but just as importantly, she shares the training strategies that helped her prepare for a mountainous, high-altitude race while living in the flatlands of North Carolina. From grinding out vert on the treadmill to learning how to pivot through multiple race cancellations, Jennifer’s story shows what’s possible when commitment meets belief.Whether you’re training for your first 100-miler or looking for mental and physical strategies to take your running to the next level, this conversation is packed with insights you can use right away.What you'll learn:How Jennifer trained for 20,000+ feet of vert while living in North CarolinaThe tricks she used to go from treadmill hater to treadmill warriorWhy building a strong mental game and emotional resilience is just as important as mileageHow to pivot training and goals when races get canceled or plans changeFueling and mindset lessons learned from a tough 50-mile training raceHow belief, coaching, and consistency carried her through the High Lonesome 100 finish lineHuge thank you to Jennifer for coming on the show!SHOW LINKS:Register for our race, The Desert Peak Ultra 100K + 50K at desertpeakultra.comWant to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here: https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coachingWant to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray at playonrelief.comTry Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at bearbuttwipes.comTry Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at Janji.comTry Ketone-IQ and get 30% off your order at ketone.com/everydayultra
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How to Plan an Ultramarathon Race Season and Schedule For a Great Year of Racing
In this episode of the Everyday Ultra Podcast, Joe breaks down the exact process for building a powerful and smart race schedule. From A-races to tune-up events, he shares the key principles that will help you avoid common mistakes, set meaningful goals, and create a lineup of races that keeps you motivated, consistent, and ready to perform at your best. Whether you’re chasing your first ultra or looking to maximize a season of big goals, this episode will give you the framework to plan smarter, not harder .What you'll learn in this episode:The three core principles every runner should follow when picking racesHow to think about A, B, and C races (and why timing matters more than you think)The biggest scheduling mistakes runners make—and how to avoid themHow to use intentions to guide your race choices and stay aligned with long-term goalsWhy the type of race you choose (flat vs mountain, short vs long) can set you up for success—or struggleSmart ways to fit in tune-up races without derailing your trainingThe truth about off-seasons—when to take one, when to skip it, and how to know the differenceSHOW LINKS:Register for our race, The Desert Peak Ultra 100K + 50K at desertpeakultra.comWant to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here: https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coachingWant to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray at playonrelief.comTry Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at bearbuttwipes.comTry Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at Janji.comTry Ketone-IQ and get 30% off your order at ketone.com/everydayultra
Tips on how to be a better endurance athlete, every day, directly from the world's best runners!
Whether you participate in endurance races as a hobby, or you're a competitive ultra-endurance athlete, this podcast will help you achieve your goals when it comes to racing, training, and recovery.
The show is hosted by Ultra-Endurance athlete, Joe Corcione, who has competed in Ultramarathons, Ultratriathlons, and Ironman races.
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