EP 431: Chasing the Triple Crown of 200s with Michael McKnight
Release Date: 08/23/2019
Trail Runner Nation
In this episode, we discuss "Adaptation and Diversity in Training" with our adventurous guests and . Both elite athletes in mountain endurance sports, Emma and Adam share how their diverse sports backgrounds influence their training approaches. From soccer and rugby to running and ski mountaineering, Emma discusses her journey of integrating different sports to enhance her performance and maintain her passion for the alpine. Adam, a member of several Canadian national teams and a three-time Guinness World Record holder, shares his insights on the importance of variety and adaptability...
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info_outlineIn 2017, Michael McKnight won the fastest cumulated time for the triple crown of 200-milers, Bigfoot 200, Tahoe 200, & Moab 240.
Last week he set a new Bigfoot 200 record by over 4 ours finishing in 51:33 - 18 hours faster than his first attempt in 2017. We sit down with Michael and talk about how his training and strategies have changed since 2017.