Careth Arnold: From Bangkok to the Big Leagues of Ultrarunning
In this episode, we sit down with Careth Arnold, an Altra-sponsored ultrarunner whose path into the sport is anything but typical. Born in Bangkok and now living in Paonia, Colorado, Careth shares how her background in fine arts, life as a mother of two, and deep love for the trails fuel her approach to racing, family, and balance.
We talk about her first-ever trail race win at the Swamp 30K in Florida, how she actually enjoys east coast humidity, and the mindset that’s helped her secure at least six outright wins—beating the entire field, men included. She even treats us to a bit of Thai during the conversation.
Careth also shares the story behind her Golden Ticket at Canyons 100K, her experience at the Western States 100, and her plans to return to the east coast to run in Hurricane, West Virginia—home of the Hurricane Hundred K, a big-time race with small-town feels.
This episode is a fun, thoughtful look at grit, growth, and the beauty of forging your own trail.
