Our first completely unedited episode, to fit the trail running culture... Among many other accolades, Andy Matthews is an Ultra trail running race director, with A1 Ultra Events and he knows what it’s all about: he explains what it's like to train for and finish thirty five 100 mile races (including Western States three time finisher), and perhaps even more difficult: organizing ultra races that are unique and challenging! We talk about how volunteering and getting involved builds up the running community, and has lead him to some great opportunities & friendships along the way. We also discuss the "vibe" or overall spirit of the trail running community, how to get involved and what to consider in training. We question tail/Ultras continual pursuit of more difficult terrain and and more daunting challenges that push the limits of human capacity. Wrapped into his story, as with most ultra runners, is injury and willingness of the mind and spirit to see failure as a learning opportunity- maybe not failure at all? Please Message us or discover more on our Facebook/Instagram “RunningAnthropologist”, or our blog site: www.runninganthropologist.com
