Momma Runs an Ultra, The Trailer
Summary
Ever decide to celebrate a birthday with something epic…and then immediately wonder what on earth you just signed up for? That’s basically how I tumbled into the world of ultra-running. Back in 2020, I had grand plans for a 50K to mark turning 50, but the pandemic had other ideas. Cue a lot of reflection, some mild existential spiraling, and the growing realization that my 50s weren’t going to wait around for me to face Big, Scary Goals.
So in Momma Runs an Ultra, I talk about finally taking the plunge and registering for my very first ultra, even though I’m still not entirely sure how may miles these kilometers are, how many snacks I can handle while running, or whether my I can even do it. It’s a mix of excitement, confusion, and the kind of “Why am I doing this?” energy that pairs perfectly with a long run.
Join me as I jog into this wild new chapter. Let’s see how far we can go.
Links
- Music Playlists
- Sleep with Rock Stars, the Gen X Sleep Podcast
- Dive Bar Music Club, the Low Key, High Taste Happy Hour for Music Nerds
- Country Fried Rock, Podcast Archives from 2009-2020
- Support this Podcast
Chapters
- 00:13 - The Impact of the Pandemic on Personal Goals
- 00:18 - A New Beginning in Running
- 00:43 - Understanding Ultra Marathons
- 00:57 - Reflections on Choices
Recommended If You Like
running motivation, ultra marathon training, 50K race preparation, pandemic running journey, celebrating 50th birthday, consistency in running, running in your 50s, ultra running experiences, long-distance running tips, race day expectations, running community support, personal fitness goals, overcoming running challenges, 5K to ultra transition, preparing for ultra races, running milestones, finding joy in running, age and fitness, mental health and running, podcast about running stories, masters running, grand masters
Transcript
So back in 2020, I had big plans for my running. I was going to celebrate my 50th birthday with a 50K. I was already 50.
And that's where it kind of kicked in of like, ooh, I've done nothing with my life. And then the pandemic. So the race got canceled. I never did it, but I did start running consistently.
Fast forward to 2025, and I was like, well, I am running out of years in my 50s. I better start making this happen.
And one thing led to another, and I saw this race that kind of reminded me of all of my theater friends grow up, as if they all decided to go run really, really long distances. Next thing I knew, I was waking up bright and early to sign up for my first ultra.
I mean, I'm the kind of person that when I run a 5k, I'm mad if it's not exactly 3.11 miles in ultras. It's a whole different deal. Like a 50k might be 48k, it might be 56k. You don't really know. It could change when you show up.
What the hell am I thinking? Well, I'm going to share it all with you as Mama runs an ultra.
Subscribe to the podcast now and help me figure out why I didn't just go buy my high school car.
Transcript
I was going to celebrate my 50th birthday with a 50K.
Speaker A:I was already 50.
Speaker A:And that's where it kind of kicked in of like, ooh, I've done nothing with my life.
Speaker A:And then the pandemic.
Speaker A:So the race got canceled.
Speaker A:I never did it, but I did start running consistently.
Speaker A: Fast forward to: Speaker A:I better start making this happen.
Speaker A:And one thing led to another, and I saw this race that kind of reminded me of all of my theater friends grow up, as if they all decided to go run really, really long distances.
Speaker A:Next thing I knew, I was waking up bright and early to sign up for my first ultra.
Speaker A:I mean, I'm the kind of person that when I run a 5k, I'm mad if it's not exactly 3.11 miles in ultras.
Speaker A:It's a whole different deal.
Speaker A:Like a 50k might be 48k, it might be 56k.
Speaker A:You don't really know.
Speaker A:It could change when you show up.
Speaker A:What the hell am I thinking?
Speaker A:Well, I'm going to share it all with you as Mama runs an ultra.
Speaker A:Subscribe to the podcast now and help me figure out why I didn't just go buy my high school car.
