Trail Running Women

The women of the trails share their stories about running, racing, and life. These badass ladies from around the globe get honest about everything from competing, motherhood, and trying to have it all. Get ready for training ideas, gear tips, and a healthy dose of inspiration.

Erin Carson: Performance Strength Q & A 11/21/2024

Erin Carson: Performance Strength Q & A Erin Carson is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist who works with everyone from age groupers to the best in the world. Erin joined us to chat strength training for trail runners and it was such an informative conversation! She answers listener questions on heavy lifting, hormone health, mobilty, warm up, and more. This was one of the best strength episodes I've had to date! Check out her programs at - "Our programs are anchored in science-based fundamentals of mobility and strength training, and we are committed to the most advanced training strategies offered to ensure that we're always at the cutting edge." Insta Discount for Ketone-IQ! Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with Find all things from the podcast here! Follow training for HURT100 with a baby: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/33773082

Tara D: Crushing the FKT on the Appalachian Trail 11/07/2024

Tara D: Crushing the FKT on the Appalachian Trail Tara Dower joins us just a few weeks after crushing the FKT of the Appalachian Trail in 40 days and 18 hours!!! The AT is a 2189 mile trail that traverses 14 states. Tara was an absolute blast to chat with. We get into everything from trail naps and mental toughness, to how to handle those mid race blisters. 100% reccomend following her youtube channel and instagram: Discount for Ketone-IQ! Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with Find all things from the podcast here! Follow training for HURT100 with a baby: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/33616542

Caitlin: Fast and only getting faster 10/24/2024

Caitlin: Fast and only getting faster Discount for Ketone-IQ! Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with Caitlin is an impressively fast runner who's just started to dabble in the trails. Without much experience she has already crushed the 50km distance and will be one to watch. In 2023 she got third place at the Squamish 50k trail race in August, which was the Canadian trail racing championships. Three weeks later, she won the Queen City full marathon in Regina, 17 seconds off her course record and qualified for Boston marathon. In November she won a World Series trail race in Puerto Vallarta Mexico which was another 50k trail race, called PuertoVallarta UTMB. This upcoming year she's excited to run Boston marathon in April and the world championships of trail running in Chamonix, France at UTMB Mont Blanc. Find all things from the podcast here! Follow training for HURT100 with a baby: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/30049493

Lauren: Helping Women Over 40 Run Strong 10/10/2024

Lauren: Helping Women Over 40 Run Strong Discount for Ketone-IQ! Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with So many great tips in this episode! Lauren Beihoffer, aka Lauren Runs Wild, is a biochemist turned running coach who is now specializing in helping women over 40 run their best. She's a certified nutritionist, metabolic specialist, certified coach, and a badass runner and mom herself. We dip into all her knowledge with some great tips for athletes of all ages. Find her at or @lauren_runswild Find all things from the podcast here! Follow my training for HURT100 with a baby and a 5 yr old: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/30509658

Pod Swap: Trillium Running Podcast Interview 10/03/2024

Pod Swap: Trillium Running Podcast Interview I had the pleasure of chatting with John from the Trillium Running Podcast. It was a lot of fun and I highly recommend his podcast to add to your playlist. Their goal is to reach those that we are not already reaching, to give voice to the underrepresented members of our community and bring these stories to the masses. Find all things from the podcast here! The Episode Archive: Pic @allanmcvicar /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/30571208

Trail Tips: Recovery, nausea, heat, and our fav episodes 09/26/2024

Trail Tips: Recovery, nausea, heat, and our fav episodes Discount for Ketone-IQ! Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with I finally catch up with Alyssa after her epic performance at UTMB! We get valuable tips on how she changed her perspective on the pain cave and the impact of that on her results. Listener questions include how to deal with nausea when you're increasing distance, heat training, and gluten free nutrition. We also chat our fav episodes for long run entertainment and inspiration! discount code LOVETRAILS gets you 25% off your first order! Find all things from the podcast here! My training blog for HURT100 and past episodes on /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/33124467

Cory: Working for every step at Western States 09/12/2024

Cory: Working for every step at Western States Discount for Ketone-IQ! Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with Buckle up as Cory takes us back to Western States 100, where he had to pull his runner from the depths of a low, to finish feeling strong. "I feel like after this I have some fresh perspective and tips that I could bring to an episode, especially from the perspective of pacing someone that has gone from chasing a sub 24 hour goal at the beginning of the day to almost fighting the cutoff with 60km of course ahead of them. We started just after 10pm, and wouldn't be seeing our crew for almost 6 hours. Tyler and I had to totally redo his nutrition plan on the fly, and figure out how to keep him moving to stay far enough ahead of the cutoff. He had a glorious rally, and finished with just under 2 hours to the cutoff. " - Cory discount code LOVETRAILS gets you 25% off your first order! Find all things from the podcast here! My training blog for HURT100 and past episodes on Cory @runguides /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/32808647

May: I Heart Running 08/29/2024

May: I Heart Running In 2015 May believed she wasn't an athlete, but started walk jogging short distances around a track to try something different. She quickly became obsessed and started the instagram account @i.heart.running to document her new hobby. Like many of us, May most certainly is an athlete and just needed to get over that mental block. She's now run distances up to 50km and is passionate about the sport and the community. She will leave you feeling excited to get out there! discount code LOVETRAILS gets you 25% off your first order! Find all things from the podcast here! Fine May @i.heart.running The Episode Archive: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/30064778

Sarah: Advanced Human Performance Teacher 08/15/2024

Sarah: Advanced Human Performance Teacher Discount for Ketone-IQ! Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with Sarah Seads has been working and playing in the fields of running, rehabilitation and health and wellness since 1996 when she stumbled into her career as a Kinesiologist during her first year of University at UVic. Intending to complete her degree as a writer, Sarah suddenly found herself in the school of exercise sciences when a tree planting injury landed her in the university’s Physio clinic. Sarah has been working as a professional Coach in the fields of Kinesiology and sport science for over 25 years and has helped thousands of inspiring humans overcome their limiting beliefs and reach towards their soul sized visions, dreams and goals all over the planet. Thanks in part to the pandemic, Sarah closed her successful in person company on Vancouver Island to follow her lifelong dream of becoming a successful writer. Although she has written 3 small books already, Sarah is currently writing her first experiential & highly adventurous memoir, which will be based around a central theme of pushing pause on her familiar life, closing her business, turning away from her mind-only living experiences and turning solely into heart based living by learning to listen to and trust her intuition. Sarah has recently returned to her full-time business coaching groups and individuals both online & in-person, after spending the past 3 years navigating her inner and outer wilderness all around the world. Find her at and @wildseads Find all things from the podcast here! The Episode Archive: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/30240843

Trail Tips: Why We Run - Replay! 08/01/2024

Trail Tips: Why We Run - Replay! This episode was SO fun.. so it deserves a second play. First or second time through, you'll love this one. This episode is all about why you run. We share our reasons for running and we learn how sappy Tory really is. We will give you something to think about if you're not sure what race to run, or if you want to race at all. Thank you for everyone who sent in their "why" For a backlog of episodes find us on Patreon Find all things from the podcast here! /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/30001443

Cory: How to pace your friends like a pro 07/18/2024

Cory: How to pace your friends like a pro We are back with Cory Jennermann, co-founder of and super skilled runner and pacer. Run Guides is the go-to website for finding the perfect race for you. We chat about his top tips for getting faster in the trails, how to easily cut off time in your next race, and how to pace like a pro. We get into all things pacing from dialing in road splits, to pacing friends in super long trail events, and when to throw oranges at them. Important running tips here : Find all things from the podcast here! The Episode Archive: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/30419033

Lizzie: Pushing the limits of ARVC/Heart Disease 07/04/2024

Lizzie: Pushing the limits of ARVC/Heart Disease I first interviewed Lizzie in 2020 when we was diagnosed with rare heart condition called AVRC. It's genetic condition that effects the muscle in your heart and makes it turn into scar tissue the harder you work the muscle. In short, it means running can kill you. We chat again about how she's learned to live with it and how far she can push. Lizzie found running in her mid 20's and quickly fell in love. It became a huge part of her life as she began winning races and spending her weekends adventuring. She even met her now husband when they shared the podium together at a 50km. Find all things from the podcast here! The Episode Archive: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29967913

April: How running can make you happy 06/20/2024

April: How running can make you happy April went from not being able to run 60 seconds to running the Chicago Marathon. When she was in the darkest place in her life she buckled down and got out the door. She didn’t know anything about running, she just wanted to have peace in her mind and to love life again, and she did! She is now 4 years in the game and loving what running has done for her and her life. Find April @thisisaprilpullins Her socks Find all things from the podcast here! The Episode Archive: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29921838

Alyssa: Mountain Sports Anti-Diet Dietitian 06/06/2024

Alyssa: Mountain Sports Anti-Diet Dietitian Alyssa is an anti-diet sports dietitian and lover of all things mountain sports. As a dietitian, she believes that physical health matters. As an athlete, she understands the importance of performance. She covered some awesome listener questions including: How to fuel for long runs How much protein do women need? Is protein powder actually healhty? How many electrolytes do we need? What is intuitive eating for athletes? How do I get in more calories? And more! Find her @ alyssaoutside_rd and P Find all things from the podcast here! The Episode Archive: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29731448

Katie: Female Champion of Dragon's Back Race REPLAY 05/23/2024

Katie: Female Champion of Dragon's Back Race REPLAY The Dragon's Back Race is the toughest mountain race in the world, covering some seriously extreme terrain. Katie Mills crushed it. She ran it in 61:12:54, coming first female and 7th overall. We chat about the best and worst parts of her race during the gruelling 6 day event across the of the spine of Wales. Find more from Katie @katie_s_mills More from me @hilsport55 Learn more about the race /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29731433

Filsan: Therapy, love notes, and running REPLAY 05/09/2024

Filsan: Therapy, love notes, and running REPLAY Filsan Abdiaman is a Fitness Professional, Brazillian jiu-jitsu enthusiast, ultra-runner and Brooks Running Canada Brand Ambassador. She discovered her passion for running as a form of therapy to deal with depression and anxiety attacks after a breakup in 2013. Now racing ultras and drawing attention to mental health (and recently, eating disorders) — her experience has allowed her to pass on her new found joy and wisdom to other women. Always emphasizing Body love, Self-care and mental health. More from Filsan @runnersinstinct Support the Podcast here! Find the pod /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29789008

Laura Green: Keeping It Fun REPLAY 04/25/2024

Laura Green: Keeping It Fun REPLAY Laura Green is blowing up the internet for chirping all runners, and I’m so here for it! We chat life, motherhood, running, and why middle distance runners might be the strangest of us all. She is also a physical therapist and has a great mindset on how to keep running a life long sport. Follow Laura on Instagram: or Follow Laura on TikTok: More from me /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29777238

Reid: Delta Firefighter's Marathon in Full Gear for B.C. Children's Hospital 04/11/2024

Reid: Delta Firefighter's Marathon in Full Gear for B.C. Children's Hospital Reid Taylor is a Delta Firefighter who has now run 2 marathons wearing 45-pounds of his turnout gear. Reid has always been an athlete but endurance running was something entirley new to him. After his first marathon he began to get chest pains and training stopped abruptly. We chat about how he overcame a 90% blockage in his artery and eventually geared up to run the marathon a second time in March 2024. Donation Links: Donate Directly to Children's Hospital Reid's Links: Check out Oofos Recovery Footwear here: https://www.oofos.ca Find all things from the podcast here! The Episode Archive: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/30339463

Melissa B: How Running Heals 03/28/2024

Melissa B: How Running Heals Melissa started running in March 2020, after she went through late term pregnancy loss. She talks about how trail running saved her and what peace it's brought, both through being alone on the trail, to being filled with community on local trail runs and races. She's now attempting her 3rd 100miler and is navigating training with young kids. If you'd like a backlog of episodes - check us out here: Follow the new pod insta !! 50Km Training Plan Details - Find Melissa @melboisv Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Centre for free counselling: /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29788983

Ellie: Things People Say To Runners 03/14/2024

Ellie: Things People Say To Runners Ellie has loved sports all her life, and came into distance running with her first marathon at 40. What she didn't expect to come with it was the negative commentary from well - meaning friends and family. We chat about the sh*t poeple say to runners and how to handle it. If you'd like a backlog of episodes and a few bonus eps - check us out here: Find Ellie @ellierunsitall Follow the new pod insta !! 50Km Training Plan Details - /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29644538

Rivka: Your body is made to move 02/29/2024

Rivka: Your body is made to move Rivka was so much fun to chat to! She started running in her late 50's in 2013, and ran her first half marathon in 2015. She's now completed quite a few road half marathons, a few trail races, and two marathons. She is a mother of five sons, and grandmother to one and one on the way. Rivka is also a birth attendant, attending some births and teaching a birth attendant course. She is also training for her first 50k! We chat about how you have to move your body to stay healthy and strong. More from Rivka @montrealdoula If you'd like a backlog of episodes - check us out here: Follow the new pod insta !! 50Km Training Plan Details - /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29644463

Anushay: Doing hard things is exciting 02/15/2024

Anushay: Doing hard things is exciting Anushay has always defined herself as an Academic but struggled to call herself an athlete. She moved to Canada from Pakistan and quickly became involved in the trail running community and with a bit of work is now both an athlete and an ultrarunner. Anushay was inspired to go further and push her body and mind to complete her first 50km last summer. She has an amazing energy and will leave you feeling like doing hard things is exciting. More from her @anushaymalik If you'd like a backlog of episodes - check us out here: Follow the new pod insta !! 50Km Training Plan Details - /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29480383

Trail Tips: Listener Q & A's ! 02/01/2024

Trail Tips: Listener Q & A's ! We discuss your big training questions for your new 2024 goals! We had questions on back yard ultras, mental strategies when you increase in distance, how to stay healthy when you run a 100miles, what to have in your vest, and more! Find Alyssa @theory_in_motion If you'd like a backlog of episodes - check us out here: Follow the new pod insta !! 50Km Training Plan Details - /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29447948

Steph: Breaking the Mental Barrier 01/18/2024

Steph: Breaking the Mental Barrier Steph is the person you want to listen to at the start of the season. Her determination and hard work to better her times until she ultimately broke 3 hours in a marathon is inspiring for any distance runner. We get into her postpartum return to running, the timing of covid and training, and how she kept improving. If you'd like a backlog of episodes - check us out here: Follow the new pod insta !! 50Km Training Plan Details - Find Steph /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29275193

Solocast: Year End Reflections and 2024 Intentions 01/04/2024

Solocast: Year End Reflections and 2024 Intentions Welcome to 2024! We wrap up 2023 by reviewing the best of the year, and then chat what the listener goals and intentions are for 2024. Huge thanks to everyone who has supported the show for so many years, you guys are amazing!! If you'd like a backlog of episodes - check us out here: Follow the new pod insta !! /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29275093

Finn: Behind the scenes of the Singletrack podcast 12/21/2023

Finn: Behind the scenes of the Singletrack podcast Finn Melanson is the Host of the Singletrack, a podcast covering the professional mountain ultra-trail running scene. If you haven't checked out Singletrack yet, go do it now! We had such a great chat about everything Finn is doing in the Trail Running world including his goals for media coverage, and how to keep his personal love for the trails alive. Finn is based in Salt Lake City, UT - by way of Cape Elizabeth, ME - where he enjoys year-round recreation in the Wasatch Mountains. Photo by @shitinthewoods Find Singletrack on instagram Singletrack pod: More from Finn @wasatchfinn Go to to get 5 FREE travel packs and one year supply of Vitamin D! Follow the new pod insta !! /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/29114138

Kaz: Performance Psychologist 12/14/2023

Kaz: Performance Psychologist Kaz has a PhD in human behaviour and MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology, and has studied our power to perform when faced with adversity. Passionate about helping people believe in themselves she explores what is it about our fears, courage, resilience, and mindset, that drives us to succeed or sabotages us? And Kaz loves to run far. Her trail running journey started in Chamonix, France with the Mont Blanc Marathon and UTMB races. Favorite adventures include Tahoe 200 (3rd F), Moab 240 (2nd F), Ouray 100 (1st F), Tot Dret, Italy (3rd F) and Across the Years (420 miles in 10 days – 3rd F), plus successfully completing 1 crazy loop of The Barkley Marathons, and most recently finishing Last Annual Vol State, a 500K continuous and self-supported race across Tennessee. Go to to get 5 FREE travel packs and one year supply of Vitamin D! Follow the new pod insta !! Find Kaz @mountainkaz /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/28959968

Acadia & Peter: Running 100miles with a friend 12/07/2023

Acadia & Peter: Running 100miles with a friend Acadia is a midwife living in Maine and Peter is a Harvard trained lawyer living in Oregon. They have been best friends since high school and decided to tackle Bear 100 together. We chat about how they handled attempting to match the highs and lows of an ultra with a friend, and still make it to the finish line. Go to to get 5 FREE travel packs and one year supply of Vitamin D! Find Acadia @trailrunningbabycatcher and Peter @surprisecowboy Follow the new pod insta !! /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/28937023

Red Rock Canyon 50km: Race Recap 11/23/2023

Red Rock Canyon 50km: Race Recap My husband Andy and I ran Red Rock Canyon 50km in Las Vegas. I was 18 weeks pregnant, and he is a hobbyist. We chat before and after the race about everything from training with a 4 year old, to wondering if one of us maybe didn't train enough. Check out more pics Go to to get 5 FREE travel packs and one year supply of Vitamin D! /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/28738248

Milly: Training for the London Marathon as an Amputee 11/16/2023

Milly: Training for the London Marathon as an Amputee Milly is a total powerhouse of a human being and will leave you with no doubt that you can overcome anything life throws at you. In 2017 she lost a leg in an accident and immediately set new goals for herself academically and physically. She's now the first Amputee to complelete the worlds steepest 400m race. We chat just as she is starting her training for the London Marathon! Find Milly at Find Milly on Instagram @millypickles New podcast instagram Get better recovery! Curranz discount! 20% off of your first purchase of CurraNZ 30 capsules, code: TRW20 Redeemed at : (not Amazon) Go to to get 5 FREE travel packs and one year supply of Vitamin D! /episode/index/show/ruggedconditioning/id/28640778

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