In this episode of the Happy Trails Podcast, Mitch and Benny along with guest Brent Ford delve into the transformative journey of running, exploring Brent's personal experiences from a non-runner to an ultra-endurance athlete.

They discuss the importance of nutrition, mindset, and self-talk in endurance sports, as well as strategies for overcoming challenges during races. The conversation highlights the significance of mental preparation and the lessons learned from past races, providing insights for both new and experienced runners.

In this conversation, Brent Ford discusses the unpredictable nature of trail running, particularly in events like Coast 2 Kosci.

He emphasizes the role of media in enhancing the experience of trail running events and the necessity of building a strong race resume for aspiring participants.

We also discuss the important topic of on community safety, especially for female runners, and the evolving culture of trail running, highlighting the need for better infrastructure and education to ensure safety for all participants.

We hope you enjoy the show!

As promised the link to Menslink: Home - Menslink which is a great initiative educating young males in schools around very important issues regarding womans safety.

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In this episode of the Happy Trails podcast, hosts Ben Kubra and Mitch Clark discuss their recent training experiences, preparations for the Moab ultra marathon, and insights into the upcoming Western States race. They share personal anecdotes, training strategies, and predictions for the races, while also engaging in light-hearted banter about the trail running community. The conversation highlights the challenges and excitement of ultra endurance events, emphasizing the importance of preparation and mental resilience.

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In this episode of the Happy Trails podcast, Aaron Young shares his inspiring journey from playing AFL to becoming a prominent figure in endurance sports. He discusses his transition into running and cycling during the COVID-19 pandemic, his experiences with backyard ultras, and the mental resilience required to push through challenges in long-distance races. Aaron also delves into his training regimen, future aspirations, and the lessons learned from his various racing experiences. In this conversation, Aaron Young shares his experiences and challenges faced during the Cocodona 250 race, including the importance of self-crew, sleep strategies, nutrition, and the unique terrains of the race. He discusses the mental and physical challenges, including hallucinations due to exhaustion, and the camaraderie within the running community. The conversation also touches on the impact of weather conditions and the significance of aid stations in endurance racing. In this conversation, Aaron Young shares his experiences and insights from ultra running, focusing on the challenges faced during races, the importance of mental resilience, and the preparation required for success. He discusses the significance of community support and personal motivation, as well as his future goals in the sport. The dialogue emphasizes the journey of self-discovery and the impact of endurance sports on mental health.

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A good fun chat with Hugues about his recent experience at UTA, pacing duties at WSER and what can go wrong when you make rookie errors at the big daddy of ultra's UTMB

In this episode of the Happy Trails podcast, Ben recaps his UTA 100km while Hugues tells a great yarn about his experiences at UTMB 2023 as well as a recap on UTA Miler and the exciting chance to pace at Western States. We share insights on training, pacing, emotional moments during races, and the importance of community support. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by athletes, lessons learned from past experiences, and future race aspirations.

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In this episode, Sonia and Ali share their experiences of completing events in the Ultra Trail Australia race in Katoomba. Alex completing her first 100km after a checkered prep and Sonia fighting for 42 hours to complete the inaugural 100 Miler.

An introduction to the newest trail running Podcast on the block. Get to know your two co hosts Benny and Mitch.