When life throws a wrench into your training, your race, or your plans, it’s easy to let one inconvenience spiral into “my whole race is ruined.” In ultrarunning, things will go wrong. The real skill is learning how to respond when they do.In this episode, we’re diving into the mindset and practical tools that can help you stay level-headed, solve problems, and keep moving forward when things don’t go according to plan. Every training struggle, unexpected obstacle, or race-day curveball is a chance to build the resilience you’ll need when things get tough.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why expecting things to go wrong can actually make you more preparedHow to shift from panic mode into problem-solving modeWhy the language you use can change how you respondHow to stay productive when your first solution doesn’t workA mindset shift that turns everyday inconveniences into ultra trainingWhy saying your positive self-talk out loud can make a differenceWhen to accept what you can’t control—and where your power still liesWhy “something is better than nothing” matters in training and racing How taking accountability can make you a more resilient athlete SHOW LINKSWant 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!Want 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-coachingFollow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by going to the link here.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at playonrelief.comTry Janji apparel at janji.com/everydayultraCreate running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free and get a free trial at footpathapp.com/everydayultraIncrease your recovery and performance with FivePointFive breathing exercises and get a 20% discount with code EVERYDAYULTRA20: :https://fivepointfive-ambassadors.onelink.me/KWZR/htluyd8zFree Supplement Guide for Ultrarunners: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mhp3vKx1uJPU1-i9F03BVzZdDRiUHCk85HF7pjthoVM/edit?usp=sharing
Aug 20
1 hr 6 min
Nutrition can make or break an ultramarathon. In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the most frustrating parts of ultra running: what happens when your fueling strategy stops working. From nausea and stomach issues to palate fatigue, hydration mistakes, and struggling to stay consistent.You’ll learn how to troubleshoot problems instead of guessing, practice fueling in training, and build the flexibility and discipline needed to keep yourself moving forward.In this episode, you’ll learn:-How to tell the difference between true nausea and simply being tired of your fuel-Why hydration may be playing a bigger role in your GI issues than you realize-How to build more variety into your race-day nutrition-Why experimenting with one variable at a time matters-What your fueling timing can do for your stomach-How to troubleshoot carbs, sodium, magnesium, caffeine, and ingredient sensitivities-Why your nutrition strategy needs to evolve with distance, intensity, heat, and race conditions-How to develop the discipline to keep fueling when food is the last thing you wantSHOW LINKSWant 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!Want 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-coachingFollow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by going to the link here.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at playonrelief.comTry Janji apparel at janji.com/everydayultraCreate running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free and get a free trial at footpathapp.com/everydayultraIncrease your recovery and performance with FivePointFive breathing exercises and get a 20% discount with code EVERYDAYULTRA20: :https://fivepointfive-ambassadors.onelink.me/KWZR/htluyd8zFree Supplement Guide for Ultrarunners: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mhp3vKx1uJPU1-i9F03BVzZdDRiUHCk85HF7pjthoVM/edit?usp=sharing
Aug 19
1 hr 7 min
This is a different episode, as we are covering everything we're building here at Everyday Ultra, and how you can be a part of it! We usually don't talk about these too much on the podcast, as we always try to keep the focus of adding value first and foremost. But after many requests, we wanted to put out this episode to lay out everything!Along with a special announcement at the end of the episode.Enjoy!SHOW LINKS:Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@everydayultrapodcast1473Everyday Ultra Website: theeverydayultra.comEveryday Ultra Newsletter: https://everydayultra.beehiiv.com/Desert Peak Ultras 100K + 50K: desertpeakultra.comEndure Better Backyard Ultra: endurebetter.comFree running events: https://everydayultraevents.netlify.app/Javelina Jundred Training Camp: https://javelinatraningcamp.netlify.app/1:1 Ultramarathon Coaching: everydayultracoaching.comGroup Ultramarathon Coaching: https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coaching
Aug 19
1 hr 9 min
Justin Kaufman joins us for this episode of Everyday Ultra, and this one goes DEEP. From sobriety and rebuilding his life through endurance sports to becoming a 12x ultramarathoner, 2x Ironman, and someone taking on 12 ultras in 12 months.Kaufy has built a completely different approach to what it means to train, recover, and perform at a high level. Kaufy gets into the mindset, habits, and philosophy behind it all—and there are some seriously unconventional takeaways.In this episode you will learn: How sobriety completely changed Kaufy’s relationship with endurance sports The high-volume, Norwegian-inspired training philosophy behind his massive mileage Why sleep, food, and recovery come BEFORE training How back-to-back long runs build the durability needed for ultras His wild fueling strategy, including HUGE carbohydrate intake and the legendary maple syrup method Adjusting hydration, sodium, and carbs for heat, elevation, and race conditions Training for the long term while managing health, AFib, and race anxiety The mental toughness that comes from overcoming some of life’s hardest battlesSHOW LINKSWant 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!Want 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-coachingFollow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by going to the link here.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at playonrelief.comTry Janji apparel at janji.com/everydayultraCreate running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free and get a free trial at footpathapp.com/everydayultraIncrease your recovery and performance with FivePointFive breathing exercises and get a 20% discount with code EVERYDAYULTRA20: :https://fivepointfive-ambassadors.onelink.me/KWZR/htluyd8zFree Supplement Guide for Ultrarunners: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mhp3vKx1uJPU1-i9F03BVzZdDRiUHCk85HF7pjthoVM/edit?usp=sharingJustin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morningkaufy/
Aug 13
1 hr 9 min
Max is back on the Everyday Ultra Podcast—and this time, he’s coming off one of the most jaw-dropping performances in ultrarunning history. After setbacks, DNFs, and plenty of people questioning what he was capable of, Max finally put all the pieces together at Badwater 135. The real story isn’t just what happened on race day. It’s everything that went into making that performance possible.Behind betting on yourself, the training changes that helped unlock another level, and what it takes to stay patient when a race feels like it’s falling apart. From brutal heat preparation and ultra-specific training to race strategy, consistency, and digging deeper than you thought possible.In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why your biggest setback might not say anything about your actual potential• How intentional training can transform an already-strong athlete• What serious heat training can actually look like• Why patience can be your biggest weapon on race day• How to stay locked into your plan when everything feels wrong• How to use doubt as fuel • Why celebrating your wins matters just as much as learning from your failuresSHOW LINKSWant 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!Want 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-coachingFollow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by going to the link here.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at playonrelief.comTry Janji apparel at janji.com/everydayultraCreate running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free and get a free trial at footpathapp.com/everydayultraIncrease your recovery and performance with FivePointFive breathing exercises and get a 20% discount with code EVERYDAYULTRA20: :https://fivepointfive-ambassadors.onelink.me/KWZR/htluyd8zFree Supplement Guide for Ultrarunners: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mhp3vKx1uJPU1-i9F03BVzZdDRiUHCk85HF7pjthoVM/edit?usp=sharingMax's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woah_max/?hl=en
Aug 12
49 min
Jennifer Higgins is back on the Everyday Ultra Podcast after an incredible year of racing, coaching, and learning what she’s capable of. In this episode we dive into consistency, self-belief, handling the low points of an ultra, learning from difficult races without beating yourself up, and how to stay composed when things don’t go according to plan. If you’re training for your first ultra, chasing a PR, or trying to become more mentally resilient when races get tough, there’s a lot here you can take straight into your next training block.In this episode, you’ll learn:• How consistency creates freedom in your training• Why a tough race can become your most valuable training experience• How to separate a bad performance from your identity• A simple mental check-in for when your brain says it’s time to stop• Why self-belief can change how you finish an ultra• How to build speed and durability together• How to train for hills without constantly overdoing the vert• How to adjust when your race-day plan starts falling apart• Why curiosity can be a powerful mindset for tackling new distancesSHOW LINKSWant 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!Want 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-coachingFollow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by going to the link here.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at playonrelief.comTry Janji apparel at janji.com/everydayultraCreate running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free and get a free trial at footpathapp.com/everydayultraIncrease your recovery and performance with FivePointFive breathing exercises and get a 20% discount with code EVERYDAYULTRA20: :https://fivepointfive-ambassadors.onelink.me/KWZR/htluyd8zFree Supplement Guide for Ultrarunners: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mhp3vKx1uJPU1-i9F03BVzZdDRiUHCk85HF7pjthoVM/edit?usp=sharingFollow Jen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.runningtherapist/?hl=en
Aug 10
1 hr 11 min
In this episode, Sierra Morris, weeks after her first 100-mile finish at the Vermont 100, unpacks the mental skills that helped her navigate one of endurance sport's toughest challenges. From managing self-doubt, handling pain, setbacks, and the inevitable emotional highs and lows that every ultrarunner faces.If you've ever struggled with consistency or wondered how the best ultrarunners stay mentally strong when things get hard, this episode will give you tools you can put into practice immediately.In this episode, you'll learn:-Why mental training is just as important as physical training.-A simple technique to stop negative thought spirals before they derail your race.-Why every emotion during an ultra is temporary—and how that knowledge can keep you moving forward.-How celebrating small wins during training creates stronger race-day resilience.-Practical strategies for staying consistent when motivation fades.-The mental tools Sierra relied on during her first 100-mile finish—and how you can apply them to your own racing.SHOW LINKSWant 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!Want 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-coachingFollow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by going to the link here.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at playonrelief.comTry Janji apparel at janji.com/everydayultraCreate running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free and get a free trial at footpathapp.com/everydayultraIncrease your recovery and performance with FivePointFive breathing exercises and get a 20% discount with code EVERYDAYULTRA20: :https://fivepointfive-ambassadors.onelink.me/KWZR/htluyd8zFree Supplement Guide for Ultrarunners: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mhp3vKx1uJPU1-i9F03BVzZdDRiUHCk85HF7pjthoVM/edit?usp=sharingFollow Sierra on IG: https://www.instagram.com/shatteredrunner/Sierra's website: https://shatteredrunner.com/Sierra's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Go2v5rqzI8ZTWBF9UY8Ru?si=&nd=1&dlsi=e2f0419bc2224989
Aug 6
1 hr 16 min
We're answering all of your questions about my Badwater 135 race in this massive Q&A episode!In this episode we cover:How I heat trained so that the heat did not bother me at all at Badwater (and how you can too)My full nutrition and hydration plan for BadwaterBiggest lessons learned out thereTips for applying to Badwater 135 if you want to get in to the raceMental strategies to help you get through low pointsWhat gear I used out thereAnd much more!SHOW LINKS:Want 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!Want 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-coachingFollow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by going to the link here.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at playonrelief.comTry Janji apparel at janji.com/everydayultraCreate running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free and get a free trial at footpathapp.com/everydayultraIncrease your recovery and performance with FivePointFive breathing exercises and get a 14 day free trial with code EVERYDAYULTRA14: :https://fivepointfive-ambassadors.onelink.me/KWZR/htluyd8zFree Supplement Guide for Ultrarunners: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mhp3vKx1uJPU1-i9F03BVzZdDRiUHCk85HF7pjthoVM/edit?usp=sharing
Aug 4
3 hr 35 min
I ran the Badwater 135 this past week, and it was the hardest thing I've ever done.The mental battles I faced out there were unlike any other; combine that with fatigue coming off racing Western States 100 one month prior, 120+ degree temps, and tons of climbing, this was a battle.In this episode, we go through the play-by-play of the whole race, along with tips, strategies, and lessons to help you overcome any challenge you face in an ultramarathon.Q&A portion will be released tomorrow in a separate episode!SHOW LINKS:Want 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!Want 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-coachingFollow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by going to the link here.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at playonrelief.comTry Janji apparel at janji.com/everydayultraCreate running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free and get a free trial at footpathapp.com/everydayultraIncrease your recovery and performance with FivePointFive breathing exercises and get a 14 day free trial with code EVERYDAYULTRA14: :https://fivepointfive-ambassadors.onelink.me/KWZR/htluyd8zFree Supplement Guide for Ultrarunners: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mhp3vKx1uJPU1-i9F03BVzZdDRiUHCk85HF7pjthoVM/edit?usp=sharing
Aug 2
4 hr 4 min
Fresh off Western States 100, the focus now shifts to one of the toughest races on the planet: Badwater 135.What does it take to prepare for 135 miles across Death Valley? In this episode, we explore the training, recovery, mindset, and strategy behind taking on one of ultrarunning's greatest challenges. Whether you're training for your first ultra or chasing a new PR, you'll find lessons you can apply to your own running.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why recovery after a goal race can make or break your next performance.• How to prepare for racing in extreme heat.• The mindset shifts that help you stay adaptable when conditions change.• What goes into transitioning from one major race to another.• Practical strategies that make you a stronger, smarter ultrarunner.• Why some of the biggest breakthroughs happen long before race day.If you want to improve as an ultrarunner while getting an inside look at the preparation behind one of the sport's most iconic races, this episode is for you.SHOW LINKS:For information on Everyday Ultra Coaching and how to join:theeverydayultra.comBook a free coaching call:https://calendly.com/d/cm2z-j76-c49Partnership or podcast inquiries:[email protected]Coaching or athlete support:[email protected]Questions about Desert Peak Ultra:[email protected]Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call with one of our coaches to see if we're a good fit.Want to work with me in our Group Coaching Program?https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coachingFollow Joe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Subscribe to the Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgOur Partners:1st Phorm Phormula-1 Clear Protein:https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1-clear/?a_aid=joecorcione1st Phorm Ignition Post-Workout Carb Drink:https://1stphorm.com/products/ignition/?a_aid=joecorcioneMount to Coast Running ShoesGet 10% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA: https://mounttocoast.com/discount/EVERYDAYULTRA?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall HYPERLYTE Liquid PerformanceGet 15% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA:www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comPlayOn Pain Relief SprayGet 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA:playonrelief.comBear Butt WipesGet 10% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA:bearbuttwipes.comJanji Apparel:janji.com/everydayultraFootpath Route Planning App:footpathapp.com/everydayultraFree Ultrarunning Supplement Guide:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mhp3vKx1uJPU1-i9F03BVzZdDRiUHCk85HF7pjthoVM/edit?usp=sharingFivePointFiveGet a FREE 14-day trial with code EVERYDAYULTRA14:https://fivepointfive-ambassadors.onelink.me/KWZR/htluyd8z
Jul 26
1 hr 11 min
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