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Trail Runner Nation

Trail Runner Nation

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Trail Runner Nation is a gathering place for the trail and ultrarunning community. We aim to help the listener improve their running experiences through better health and fitness via expert guests. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to replace professional, medical, or training advice or recommendations for listeners. The views expressed in this podcast by guests are not necessarily endorsed by Trail Runner Nation, LLC.Copyright © Trail Runner Nation 2015 Hygiene & Healthy Living Running & Jogging
Episodes
  • EP 739: Effortless Efficiency: Biomechanics in Running
    Jul 18 2025

    What if the key to becoming a stronger, more resilient runner isn’t about pushing harder, but moving smarter? In this episode, we’re joined by Samuel Stow, ultramarathoner and movement coach behind Pop Running. With a background in aerospace engineering, Sam blends biomechanics, breathwork, and mindfulness to help runners reconnect with their core, activate their glutes, and move with intention. We explore how awareness, not intensity, leads to pain-free and efficient movement, both on and off the trail. Sam shares practical tips for posture, breathing, and body alignment that can transform your running experience.

    • Find out more about Pop Running and the book, Engineering Flow State
    • Follow Samuel on Instagram

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • EP 738: The Comfort Crisis - Reclaiming Happiness
    Jul 18 2025

    Over two years ago, we introduced the concept of Misogi—doing something so challenging it changes you—through Michael Easter’s book The Comfort Crisis - Discomfort to Reclaim Your Wild, Happy and Healthy Self. Now, we’re revisiting it with fresh eyes and deeper insights. In a world built for convenience, what does it truly mean to seek out discomfort? And how can that mindset shape us into stronger runners—and better people? Join coach, Adam Kimble, and us as we explore boredom, solitude, hunger, and the wild places that force us to grow.

    Here is the link to Adventure Scientists that Adam talked about.

    Photo Credit: Jacob Banta

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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • EP 737: Cutting Through the BS
    Jul 10 2025

    Join us as we have an insightful conversation with renowned coach Ian Sharman. We discuss how to navigate the world of running advice with a critical eye and how his coaching philosophy has evolved. How to identify credible running advice and avoid misinformation.

    Find out more about Ian at Sharman Ultra Coaching

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    1 hr and 8 mins

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Great podcast for all runners, from beginner to advanced. Hosts are great! Fantastic variety of content and guests.
Highly recommend whether your focus is trail running or if you want to add some variety to your training.

Fun, informative, and motivational!

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These guys have been running trails since before the old testament, and they have the knowledge and insight to prove it! With top-notch guests that are doctors, coaches, nutritionists, champions, and runners that keep you up to date on the latest research and trends. You gotta listen! You'll quickly find yourself part of the Tribe!!

Hilarious! Informative! Motivational! Geriatric!

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