Today, host Travis Macy revisits conversations with three exceptional cyclists—Sarah Sturm, Payson McElveen, and Peter Stetina. As the cycling industry continues to evolve, it's fascinating to highlight different approaches to building a career in this beloved sport. In this mash up, Sarah emphasizes the importance of enjoying cycling and finding j…

Travis Macy & I finally coordinated and recorded the following podcast on running & coaching. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation, & I hope you do as well! Learn more about Travis, his podcast, and his books at his website - www.travismacy.com Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.p…

Still here & ok! Thank you all for checking in on me! I hope everyone and their loved ones is safe! Reach out if you need anything! Love to all! -Aaron Saft Resources - Wahoo Trackr - https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/heart-rate-monitors/trackr-heart-rate-buy Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please vis…

Mental skills are so important to train to assist us in our races, but often times we leave it out. Included in this episode are some things you can work on to help you in your daily runs/life. My notes: Mentally preparing for a race Goals A B C Write them down and share them. Revisit them from time to time. Realistic? Extrinsic & Intrinsic Why’s T…

This week on the podcast Travis sits down at his home in Salida, Colorado for a chat with the winner of this year's Vapor Trail 125, Nolan Van Harte! Nolan shares candid insights on the highs and lows of ultra-endurance racing, the importance of community, and the power of embracing one's unique wiring. Congrats to Nolan and all the other participa…

I had a great discussion with the athlete's I coach about using HRV as a predictor for recovery, and that is what spurred this Episode. That original discussion was inspired by the following podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trainingpeaks-coachcast/id1435395422?i=1000664573776 with Marco Altini https://www.marcoaltini.com/ and the follo…

So we built "Saft's Trail". A lot went into this trail, and here's how we did it. Thanks to the Carolina Mountain Club - https://carolinamountainclub.org/ - for all their help! Thanks to Rugby Middle School for allowing us to build this. Thanks to both the Rugby and West Henderson athletes and parents for their work hours. We did it! Now come enjoy…

Can acknowledging our mortality change the way we live our lives? I'm excited to bring you a thought-provoking episode with Jodi Wellman, author of "You Only Die Once." Jodi explores how the historical openness about death contrasts with today’s tendency to avoid the topic, and introduces terror management theory—a concept that shows how awareness …

There are many different types of coaches out there. Here I describe all sides of each type. The good and the bad. Then I talk about qualities I try to use as a coach myself. If you'd like to speak with me about coaching, please reach out! Truly Tough XC Classic 5K - Sept. 28 - complete details & registration here - https://ultrasignup.com/register…

“Coaches are so much more than just a program. It’s someone that listens, someone that has been there (oftentimes) and they can drawn on both academia and peer reviewed studies, and also from our experience and what we know works, like evidence -based practices…” — Adam Mills Hey listeners, please meet my friend and cycling coach, Adam Mills! We’ve…

“I ride my bike to connect with humans.” - Duzer Hey you guys, please meet Ryan, aka DUZER, Lover of the Adventuresome (Bike) Life! This guy is the definition of FULL STOKE — I’ve been following along with him online for years, always uplifted and encouraged by his posts, adventures, authenticity and vulnerability. He’s 45 and never owned a car-whi…

The levels of deep conversations-- that people can share vulnerably in such a quick way-- is so amazing and so transformational. It’s the core motivation but also the core fears, which helps them understand why they do what they do. Most important though, Enneagram provides a path to development. Not only yes, I know my type … now what do I do abou…

The human experience with Alzheimer's is changing every day. Join Travis Macy for a mashup episode highlighting what we know right now, including a blend of scientific breakthroughs, personal experiences, and actionable advice on supporting brain health. Mark Roithmayr of the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation highlights new drugs like lecanemab…

Racing is hard enough. After a poor performance or DNF, it makes the next race even tougher to mentally and physically prepare for. Here are my thoughts for moving forward! Podcast on Analyzing your race/event: https://runningislifepodcast.podbean.com/e/so-you-had-a-bad-race-here-s-the-next-steps-w-personal-notes-episode-95/ Books: "Puke & Rally" b…

Stream of consciousness (Outline of the episode): House Keeping Truly Tough XC Classic info - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=118288 Tsali Frosty Foot - https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Almond/TsaliUltra Podcast with Travis update - His Book "Ultra Mindset" I appreciate the road shoe suggestions - haven’t had a chance to try any on COROS arm…

In 1982, Leadville's primary employer, Climax Mine, shut its doors and ceased operations. 3,000+ miners were instantly unemployed, devastating the town. Overnight, Lake County had the highest unemployment in the nation. In searching for ways to save the struggling community, the Leadville Trail 100 running race was born. Beginning in 1983 with 45 r…

Justin Walker was one of the lucky "Never Runs" to be selected in the Hardrock 100 Lottery to run in 2024. This is his story. Connect with Justin on Strava as Justin Walker or on Instagram @runjwalkrun Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Socials, Channels…

Join Travis and Leadville Legend Cole Chlouber for a fantastic and personal conversation about Cole’s new book, GRIT, GUTS, AND DETERMINATION, about his father, Ken Chlouber and the Leadville Race Series plus the town of Leadville, Colorado. Please consider attending Cole’s book signing this weekend at the expo for the Leadville 100 Mountain Bike R…

Julie Jordan is already an amazing person! Then she goes and finishes the Vol State 500k, and what a story she has from the event! Buckle up! This is AWESOME! Connect with Julie on Facebook @Julia Jordan & on Instagram @AndIMustGo55 Tsali Ultra (50k, 30k, & 8k) will take place Jan. 18, 2025 at Fontana Lake. No longer under my direction, but I'm gla…

Here it is, my emotional recap of the High Lonesome 100 finish! Resources - Running is Life Podcast - High Lonesome 100 Plan (Episode 231) - https://runningislifepodcast.podbean.com/e/high-lonesome-100-mile-plan-episode-231/ High Lonesome 100 Website - https://www.highlonesome100.com/ Weird Al "Foil" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urglg3WimHA Aa…

Join host Travis Macy for a special mash-up episode focusing on the craft of ultra-endurance racing and training. We are looking back on previous episodes with Rebecca Rusch, Josiah Middaugh, John Gaston, and Luke Jay to hear some of their thoughts on fueling, mindset, and racecraft. Get ready to be motivated, informed, and empowered! Listen to the…

I’m excited to share a special episode with you from The Travis Macy Show. Travis recently sat down with Kari Loya for a conversation that will leave you reflecting on your relationship with your father and children. Kari is the author of the book Conversations Across America which is about a 73-day, 4,600-mile cross-country bike trip Kari took in …

In this episode I talk through all my plans for the High Lonesome 100 that starts on Friday, July 19th. Resources: Outdoor Research Swift Bucket Cap - https://www.outdoorresearch.com/products/swift-bucket-hat-300965?variant=47342817476929 Outdoor Research Hooded Echo Sun Shirt - https://www.outdoorresearch.com/collections/sun-protection/products/me…

Kari Loya began his career teaching in a first and second grade, Spanish bilingual classroom in Pasadena as part of Teach For America. That fueled a life-long passion for education and empowering others. He has since worked with a range of innovative educational organizations, from a prominent language school in Rio de Janeiro to a charter school i…

PMA = positive mental attitude and when I think of PMA, I think of Rob ... Please meet my friend Rob Kelley. While we share a love of bikes, racing, and other interests... the main reason I asked Rob to come on the show was because I wanted to ask him about his laid-back-ness... his "don't sweat the small stuff" attitude and positive vibes that are…

My daughter and I discuss her outdoor track season and what happened at the Adidas Nationals Meet. Much of her performance was affected by factors outside her control which affected her self confidence. In this episode we discuss what she and you can do moving forward to improve self confidence and not let factors you cannot control hamper your rac…

Join Travis and an incredible crew for an inspiring and educational conversation about the Vapor Trail 125, an epic mountain bike race in the Salida, Colorado area that climbs some 18,000 vertical feet at high altitude in the Rocky Mountains (www.vaportrail125.com). Jeff Kerkove is a legendary endurance mountain biker on Team Topeak Ergon presented…

In this episode of the Running His Life podcast, Coach Aaron Saft shares the incredible journey of Tony McDermott, one of his athletes who recently completed the grueling Tahoe 200. Recorded from the scenic backdrop of Gunnison, Colorado, Aaron reflects on his own preparations for the High Lonesome 100 while celebrating Tony's monumental achievemen…

Join Michelle Payne of The Coaching Champions Summit and Travis as they discuss supporting athletes for peak performance and general wellness. Interested parents and coaches, please check out the Summit for great resources for supporting the young people we care about. The Coaching Champions Summit Website | Instagram | Facebook Related Episodes: E…

Welcome to the Running Life podcast with Coach Aaron Saft! In today's episode, Coach Aaron delves into a mix of topics, sharing insights from his athletes' experiences and his own training journey. He addresses the common pitfall of over-focusing on specific race segments, using examples from races like Leadville and Western States. Aaron emphasize…

Micah Ling’s journey from education to becoming a prominent figure in sports journalism is a story that blends sports analysis with love for the thrill of the ride. Travis Macy sits down with Micah to share insights and predictions for the upcoming Tour de France and Olympic cycling and triathlon events. In Micah's world, perseverance, passion, and…

Meet my friend Travis Macy! He is a FORCE, I tell you! From his website, he is a "Finisher of over 120 ultra endurance events in 17 countries, Travis Macy is a speaker, author, coach, and professional endurance athlete. He is the author of The Ultra Mindset: An Endurance Champion's 8 Core Principles for Success in Business, Sports, and Life, and he…

I start this episode with a bit about rotating your running shoes as I had a listener question about the topic (thank you Ron). The main focus of the episode is my conversation with Zach Dean. He has done a lot of ultras in very little time. We'll hear about some of them, but mainly we discuss his finishing of the BRUTES Challenge & the Hellbender …

Host Travis Macy's life has always been an adventure. In this episode of the Travis Macy Show, reflects on his personal journey with ADHD, and how he learned to harness his strengths and manage challenges. Travis shares stories from his high school days when his intense focus and energy helped fuel success in sports and academics - and led to chall…

For this Father's Day episode of the podcast, I sat down with my dad Mike “Pappy” Palmer to have a real heartfelt conversation about family, parenting, and life. We sat down over a glass of bourbon and covered a lot of ground - from our experiences raising kids and being grandparents, to how family dynamics have changed over the generations. Dad sh…

Before you sign up for an event, please take these things into consideration: Time to train Commitments Family obligations Level of guilt Vacation time Time off work Time for ancillary training (strength & mobility work) Healthy enough to do it Prior injury history & plan to stave off repeating injury Assessing your goals to be realistic with time …

Growing up, my parents always told me that if I couldn’t pay cash for something, I couldn’t afford it. With few exceptions, like my law school loans and my first few home, that has been my life motto. Yes, I do use credit cards as a way of leveraging points, perks and privileges, but I pay my balances off each month. Also yes, I am one of those “we…

Today’s guest is a new friend I met - no surprise- through bikes! I had the good fortune of parking next to Gavin at a mountain bike stage race back in March and thanks to the ‘gram & Strava, we connected and stayed in touch… Fast forward a few months and I noticed some content he was posting regarding a very difficult topic — femicide. While we ta…

Chas Adams is came to me in Dec. of 2023 with the goal of completing the Pennsylvania Triple Crown of Ultras (Hyner 50k, World's End 100k, & Eastern States 100-miler). He is two-thirds of the way there having just completed World's End 100k. This episode is about his journey and frankly his struggle to complete World's End having run the race in 20…

Meet my amazing guest, DR POP WATTS!!!!! Aka— Jody M. Bartz (she/her), Ph.D., BICP L1, USAC L3She’s a Cycling Enthusiast, Passionate Disability Advocate, Educator AND, Owner and Head Coach, Sonoran Endurance Sports Academy, www.sonoranendurance.com AND effective June 1, 2024---> Founder and Coordinator, GRO girl GRO!!! PLEASE visit the website GroG…

I'm really excited to bring you this conversation I got to have with my good friend and the host of the Travis Macy Show, Travis Macy, and legendary mountain guide and adventurer Jason Antin. You may know Jason from his incredible Beat Monday series where he and former WDDR guest Mike Chambers take on epic outdoor challenges in 64 hours from Friday…

Jason Antin is a legendary mountain guide and devoted father who has conquered peaks across the globe and inspired countless adventurers to join him. He joins Travis Macy to talk about living passionately while prioritizing family, and how grit from endurance sports seamlessly translate into the realm of parenting. With candid insights and personal…

There are so many variables to consider with in a race such as running surface, terrain, elevation change, distance, altitude, temperature, etc. Hydration and nutrition are huge concerns based on these variables. We have a lot to talk about, including the fact that Spring Awesome Sauce, one of my go to's, does not have anywhere near the amount of c…

I had 2 athletes complete the 2024 Cocodona 250. This episode is my conversation with each of those runners. Ben Gans - @dr_bentendo on Instagram Mike Reardon - @get_some_trail on Instagram Resources: Books: Jason Koop's Training Essentials for Ultrarunning - Heat Training Protocols Fixing Your Feet: Injury Prevention and Treatment for Athletes by …

Professional sports are just one aspect of Corrine Malcolm’s life. She joins host Travis Macy to discuss her multifaceted career as a coach, podcaster and live sports commentator, and how she juggles it all while thriving as a professional runner. Corrine shares how she manages her busy schedule while staying healthy as an endurance athlete, includ…

Hellbender 100 didn't go as planned. This episode goes into why. I also discuss my essay for my application for Badwater 135 (actual letter is below). Here's my Post from Facebook after Hellbender: I’ve learned something over the 3 decades I’ve been running. When we line up for a race, no matter how much we’ve trained and prepared, the race and lif…

How does mental resilience impact our partnerships? Join host Travis Macy for an enriching conversation with Amy Morin, renowned psychotherapist, bestselling author, and mental strength trainer. Amy’s new book "13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do" is out now. Against the backdrop of Amy's unique experiences living on a sailboat and as a fost…

Travis Macy sits down Dr. Patrick LaCount, a leading authority in the field of ADHD assessment and treatment, to talk about how to embrace neurodivergence and discover the power in individual strengths to navigate life's challenges with resilience and authenticity. As the director of Practical Psychological Services and a distinguished researcher, …

Hellbender 100 Miler is upon us! In this episode I take a deep dive into the course and some tips and strategies to employ if you're racing! Good luck to everyone toeing the line & thank you to all the volunteers & race staff! Volunteer for Hellbender Here - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=115039 Flight of the Falcon 24 Hour Event - https…

Tim Nooney runs for a couple of companies, but his main sponsor is La Sportiva. La Sportiva was my first contractual trail specific sponsor back in 2008. In this episode, we discuss what it means to be sponsored, and what are the responsibilities that come along with a sponsorship, and what the brands are doing to sport not only athletes, but our s…