Endurance Buzz Podcast

Cal Neff of Texas has lived in various countries throughout our world for much of his youth. While the address of Cal’s home would frequently change, one constant was running since a very early age. “It was always my connection to making new friends, being part of the community, and... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Tire pulling is hot right now! It’s sexy. It’s hypnotic. It may not be as popular yet as many of the dance crazes you may be familiar with – YMCA, The Twist, Macarena, The Electric Slide, or how about the Texas Two-Step, but in our itty bitty yellow polka dotted micro-world of... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“That one mile I ran in my neighborhood, I thought was going to kill me.” – Alison Brown Alison Brown played the Tuba in High School. College was focused on math engineering. Sports and physical activity were of little interest for Alison. All her exercise occurred between the... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“I told her she was out of her mind…and then I signed up.” – Candi Paulin Candi Paulin of Kansas enjoyed running throughout her youth and college years before placing the tread in the closet to focus on her young children. And then Candi turned 30 which ignited the urge to... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Victor Brown of Oklahoma was a soccer dude. Endurance running was on the list somewhere about #87 on the fun scale. And then Victor stopped playing soccer his junior year of undergrad and had to find something to fill that void. #87 somehow wiggled its way to the top of the list. A dabble in... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Anthony Jacobs was lost and had to bum a ride home from a stranger with a pickup truck. He made it home…thankfully. That may not be the ideal first trail run experience but that was Anthony’s, and he wanted more it (minus the getting lost). After learning more about the dirt... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“I was running as hard as I can and the race officials said I was done…because I was not running to my potential.” – Michael Bursum’s Tahoe Rim 100 dream nightmare Michael Bursum of New Mexico lived and breathed basketball. In college, Michael’s exploration in... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“If Oprah Winfrey can go out and run and marathon, I  can go run a marathon.” – Mariela Botella When we look back on our life, we can see those moments that helped to weave the life thread of where we are today. Mariela Botella of Texas, had one of those moments after hearing... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“I enjoy running, but it’s something I do, not something I am.” – Christophe Block Christophe Block of Arkansas is not your typical trail runner. (if there is such a thing in this sport) He doesn’t wear a Garmin watch. He does care about mileage. He doesn’t care... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

73 year old Ken Johnson of Texas is a streaker…a run streaker. On New Year’s Day 1992, Ken began his first run streak of 600 days that included at least one mile of running per day. Since December 30, 1997 Ken has only missed 18 days of running and enjoys both the road and trails.... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Since the age of 14 and running his first marathon, Tim Neckar of Texas has been chasing his running dreams. Tim has always enjoyed challenging himself and finding that next adventure. After the marathon, it seemed natural to explore the ultra running world once he became aware of it thanks to a... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“…it all has to do with yourself…that feeling of accomplishment. Even when hurting you can push through it.” – Shae Vaughan Between going to classes and cheerleading during her college years, Shae Vaughan of Texas was looking for something else to keep busy. She laced... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“…I am not out there looking at splits…just out there enjoying nature and running…and having fun with people. That is what it is all about.” – David Newman David Newman of Arkansas was a 20 year golfer that had to change his active life fix due to painful back... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

65 year old, Bobby Keogh of New Mexico, has nearly ran the greatest north-south distances of the contiguous United States in his accumulated finish miles at the Rocky Raccoon 100 alone! This year, Bobby completed his 15th Rocky Raccoon 100 and puts himself in a very small group, count it – 2,... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“I don’t really remember a time when I wasn’t a runner.” – Katie Kramer-Ochoa From growing up and attending college in Iowa, to moving and living in northern Oklahoma, Katie Kramer-Ochoa has always loved to lace them up and head out the door. Katie won the 2014... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Fellow trail runner, Riley (Jacob) Evans of Texas, was the first person to successfully thru-hike the entire 130 mile NorthEast Texas Trail (NETT) self-supported in 69 hours 15 minutes and 30 seconds! This fascinating and challenging journey began on the morning of February 3rd as good friend, Lynn... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Welcome to our Ask Meredith feature on the Endurance Buzz Podcast where Texas-based nutritionist and ultra athlete, Meredith Terranova shares her thoughts on questions you submit on the Ask Meredith page. Let’s get to it! A member of the EB tribe submitted the following question: “What... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“If a person can do it, as long as you want to do it, you can do it.” – Thomas Orf Thomas Orf of Texas won the Ultra Men’s division of the 2014 Texas Trail Running Series. Thomas put together three top 100 mile series finishes along with earning the series win at the final... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Tracie Akerhielm of Texas won the 2014 sub-ultra Women’s division of the Texas Trail Series. She put together seven top series finishes along with an overall win at the Rockledge Rumble 30k. Tracie has always loved sports and being active. A journey that has included cross country, road... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Aaron Ochoa of Oklahoma won the men’s division of the inaugural 2014 Oklahoma Dirt Trail Series (FB Page) which consisted of 11 races around north east Oklahoma. Throughout life we all arrive at various fork-in-the-road moments where one decision will lead you down path X and a different... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]