Stories from Loonie Loops

We close season four of the Chasing Trails Podcast by looking back on our running year, family demands, and memorable races. We reflect on what we've learned from our guests and share tentative goals for season five, including more consistent training, youth participation, and possible changes to the show.

In this conversation, Landon Smith shares his incredible journey of running from the southern tip to the northern tip of Nova Scotia. He discusses how he got into running, the inspiration behind his ambitious challenge, and the preparation involved. Throughout the conversation, Landon reflects on the daily realities of ultra-running, the physical and mental challenges he faced, and the significant impact his run had on raising awareness for autism. He emphasizes the importance of community support and mental resilience in overcoming obstacles, and he offers advice for those considering taking on similar challenges.

In this episode, Alison McFadden and Crystal Parrot share their journey to promote women in ultra running through the Women of Capes 100 initiative. They discuss the challenges women face, their dreams for the future, and practical ways to support more women in long-distance trail running.

summaryIn this Thanksgiving episode of the Chasing Trails Podcast, hosts Brandon and Geoff discuss their love for the holiday, the changing seasons, and the challenges of maintaining morning fitness routines as the weather gets colder. They delve into family dynamics, evening routines, and the joy of cooking, leading into a fun turkey dinner draft where they debate the merits of turkey versus ham, the importance of homemade stuffing, and the essential role of gravy in a Thanksgiving meal.

In this episode, Tyler Jackson shares his incredible journey from beginner to ultra trail runner, culminating in his epic five-loop Chiggy Ultra challenge. Discover the mental and physical strategies that made this feat possible and get inspired to push your own limits.

In this episode, Matt Hall shares his incredible journey through trail running, Ironman competitions, and ultra-distance events, highlighting the challenges and lessons learned along the way. Discover how his diverse experiences and training strategies can inspire your own endurance pursuits.

In this episode, Brandon and Geoff share their experiences from the recent Looney Loops race, discussing strategies, memorable moments, and the inspiring stories of fellow runners. They explore the challenges of ultra running and plans for future races, offering valuable insights for trail running enthusiasts.

Derek Barney shares his journey into trail running, the challenges of nutrition in ultrarunning, and how he developed the Ultra Fuel Tracker app to help runners optimize their fueling strategies. Discover practical insights and the story behind a tool designed for everyday runners.

On the show this week we have Marc Gallant who talks about his experience running in one of the most iconic trail races out there. We talk about training, the experience of running into Auburn and the great volunteers who make it all happen.

What does a trail running podcast sound like when one host doesn't want to talk and the other host doesn't want to run? Check it out and see.