Endurance Buzz Podcast

2014 was the inaugural launch of the the overall and age-group based Texas Trail Running Championship Series that included over 25 trail races from throughout the state. Over 450 runners from within and outside the state participated and scored points. I thought it would be kind of fun to hear from... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Welcome to the Weekend Buzz, where we showcase and provide result summaries and fun interviews for our TALON (TX, AR, LA, OK, NM) races from the past weekend. In this episode we will be showcasing results from one TALON race from Texas. The Race Rocky Raccoon 100 (with post-race chats with Paul... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Welcome to the Weekend Buzz, where we showcase and provide result summaries and fun interviews for our TALON (TX, AR, LA, OK, NM) races from the past weekend. In this episode we will be showcasing results from two TALON races with one from Arkansas and the other from Oklahoma. The Races Athens Big... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Welcome to the Weekend Buzz, where we showcase and provide result summaries and fun interviews for our TALON (TX, AR, LA, OK, NM) races from the past weekend. In this episode we will be showcasing results from four Texas and one Oklahoma trail/ultra race along with some special post-race interviews... [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. Robert submitted the following question: “I am 59 and have fallen in love with the... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Welcome to the Weekend Buzz, where we showcase and provide result summaries for our TALON (TX, AR, LA, OK, NM) races from the past weekend. What happened last weekend? There were two trail/ultra adventures in the region, the Bandera Trail Run in Texas and the Village Creek Trail Run (FB Page) in... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Paul Terranova of Texas raced throughout the state and country in 2014 putting together some inspiring efforts and having a heck of a lot of fun, that included a 17:26 13th place finish at the uber-competitive Western States 100. Paul will be looking to finish his 500th Bandera kilometer this... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Nicole Studer of Texas has continued to raise her bar of running excellence throughout state of Texas earning a number of wins and course records throughout 2014. While familiar with the local terrain, this will be Nicole’s first Bandera adventure. Enjoy our 3 Qs pre-race chat about the... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Texan Joe Prusaitis of Tejas Trails race directs one of the biggest trail races in the country, the Bandera Trail Run, located outside the cowboy town of Bandera, Texas in south central Texas. Nearly 1000 runners from around the world will get dirty at this 13th annual event that includes a 100km,... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

We are super excited to share more awesomeness for our Endurance Buzz tribe with the addition of the Ask Meredith episode on the Endurance Buzz Podcast! What is Ask Meredith? Periodically, Texas-based ultra athlete and nutritionist, Meredith Terranova will share her thoughts on your nutrition... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Wesley Hunt Of Arkansas loves the goal race, the commitment, the disciplined training cycle, and the opportunity to bring it all together on race day and “give it your best shot.”  Wesley may also now love 40 mile training runs…on the treadmill, after his recent win and third... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“You got to start. Just get out there and do whatever you can do. Take that first step.”  – Gia Madole Two years ago, Gia Madole of Oklahoma along with a few friends decided to participate in a Warrior Dash event. This 5km-ish length run plus obstacles, required a bit of focused... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“If you really want it, you just have to go for it.” – Rachel Adamson In 2010 Rachel Adamson of Texas was inactive and 272 pounds. After an emotional conversation with her son, she was determined to make a change in her lifestyle. After a short period of taking weight loss pills... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“Maybe you should try track instead of basketball.” – 7th grade basketball coach These unexpected words shared with the youthful Texan, Sydney Pitt, transitioned her to a love of running, a love of beautiful natural environments, and a love to challenge herself with good friends... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Ferdinand de Souza of New Mexico entered the running and trail running scene in Utah during the late 1970s. Ferdinand progressed through the distances and was intrigued by the challenge of the 100 mile distance, a journey into the unknown. “Can I do this?” After finishing his first 100... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Jared Fatterolf of Texas recently completed his first Badwater 135 in a time of 39:39:27. Jared starting ultra running about five years ago and has since completed twenty 100 mile or greater races including Lean Horse, Arkansas Traveller, Cactus Rose, Rocky Raccoon, The Bear, Burning River, Ozark... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Enjoy our pre-race Western States 100 chat with many of the Dirty Dozen from Texas! Texas Juan Escobar #173 What is your running background and how long have you been playing in the world of trail/ultra running? I started running Marathons in 2008 and then went on to train and compete in two... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

Enjoy our pre-race elevate the legs Western States 100 chat with Shannon McFarland, Ryan Holler, and Jeremy Day of Arkansas! Arkansas Shannon McFarland #221 How has trail running impacted/enhanced your life? Trail running has enhanced my life in a few different ways. I appreciate the outdoors much... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

“At the end of the day, you get to spend time with people you want to spend time with.” Shannon McFarland of Arkansas took on the Post Oak Challenge in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he dashed off a trail 50km on Saturday and a trail/road marathon on Sunday! Sounds like a dandy weekend of dirt... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]

On March 2nd, Libby Jones played at this great intimate trail race in Atoka, Oklahoma called the A-OK Trail Run. This year’s 50k and 25k scamper turned hair grey, froze eyebrows and bottles, and served tasty chili in front of a wood burning stove. Enjoy our chat with Libby as we talk about... [Hey EB tribe! Check out the full podcast article, interview, and other goodies by simply clicking on the article title.]