In this episode, we catch up with Nicole Laughton! Nicole takes us on a journey through some of her races since our last visit - from 'Never Summer 100K' to the muddy 'Lake Murray', the famously challenging 'Outlaw 100’ and the Sweat Hot Summer Trails'. She discusses her training approach, having a coach, and the importance of setting her own goals and pacing herself. We cap it off with her blow-by-blow of 'Arkansas Traveler', where she achieved what she had never even realized was possible - Beating Ann Trason’s 20-year course record! Show notes here: http://www.theriot.run/nicolel3 ..read more

Listen in as Jennifer and I discuss my finish at the Moab 240! Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/moab240 ..read more

In this episode, I had the pleasure of catching up with Nick Fowler for the third time. Now, you might remember Nick as the guy who conquered the Self-Supported Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the Pacific Northwest Trail and the Ozark Trail in our previous chats. Back then, he was dealing with some pesky ankle injuries but was determinedly preparing for a shot at the Self-Supported FKT on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). It's been a fantastic journey following Nick's evolution as a runner, hiker, and all-around person. And guess what? Nick not only took on the PCT challenge but crushed it in a jaw-d ..read more

Jodi Semonell is a strong runner who loves running tough races! She’s done the Hitchock 100 many times, Cocodona 250 twice, Across the Years 200, Western States, Leadville 100, the Hardrock 100, and many more!   Just recently she ran across Nebraska (495 miles in 11 days!) in memory of her son and 2 friends who died of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s her desire to encourage people to install carbon monoxide detectors in their homes and check the batteries on those that are already installed.   Show notes at: http://www.theriot.run/jodis ..read more

In this episode of the Run the Riot Podcast, I had an amazing chat with Kayla Straub, the beast of Kansas!. Kayla's journey into running is pretty incredible. She didn't start long ago, but when she did, she dove in headfirst. Her first ultramarathon was the extremely hot and exposed Honey Badger 100 in June 2020. She snagged second place right out of the gate! But that's just the beginning of her story. In 2021, she went back to the Honey Badger 100 and came out as the champion. Talk about determination, right? And then, in 2022, she set the Kansas state female record at the Prairie Spir ..read more

If you run trails around Arkansas, you probably know who Wesley Hunt is.  Wesley is a beast of a runner and an all-around great guy.  He’s run Arkansas Traveller 100 five times and won it 4 of those times - placing 2nd on his first outing.  Earlier this year, he won the LOViT 100 and plans to return to Traveller this year after a 5-year break.   I love his outlook on embracing the emotions that come out during a race.  We get into the mental aspect of running Ultras, competition, and training for longevity in the sport.  We also chat about his experience with ..read more

Bryan Gillette started doing epic things at an early age. At 20 years old, he rode his bike across the US. Then he got into ultrarunning and after running other distances, completed the Tahoe 200.   He took his experience on the trail and then interviewed 100 leaders (CEOs, CXOs, CIOs, CHROs, CFOs, founders, and ultra-distance athletes) to see how they take really big ideas across the finish line. He then penned the book, EPIC Performance. It was great to visit with Bryan again after reading his book EPIC Performance. We not only talked about his book, but we caug ..read more

I got to sit down in person again with Nick Fowler. Nick had finished the Self-Supported FKT on the Pacific Northwest Trail when we spoke last. Since then, he was able to get the Self-Supported Fastest Known Time on the Ozark Trail! He's dealt with ankle injuries, but is training up for a stab at the PCT Self-Supported FKT! It's been fun watching his journey and hearing how he's learned and grown as a runner, hiker, and person. You'll love his personality and crazy stories from the trail and in life! Show notes: http://www.theriot.run/nickfowler2 ..read more

Mindset dealing with injuries translates to how we should deal with life's problems. Acknowledge the Reality of the Situation Have Patience in Dealing with the Problem Embrace the Process to Fix the Issue Set Goals and Visualize Seek Support Gratitude - Always ..read more

Mindset dealing with injuries translates to how we should deal with life's problems. Acknowledge the Reality of the Situation Have Patience in Dealing with the Problem Embrace the Process to Fix the Issue Set Goals and Visualize Seek Support Gratitude - Always ..read more