Tony and Ruel meet up with Ken Michal to go over his multi-day racing, training, nutrition, mindset, and podcasting.
- 01:55 Introducing guest Ken Michal.
- 03:04 How Ken got into ultra running.
- 05:19 Ken's work with Meredith Terranova on fueling training and nutrition.
- 07:00 Ken's product tester and ambassador role with GU Energy Labs and Magdalena Boulet.
- 07:44 Fueling in the Jackpot 48hr race.
- 08:30 Running on Summit Tea.
- 09:15 Davis 48hr race with In N Out shake and burger.
- 10:06 Fueling in HURT 100.
- 11:08 "If you want to do something, throw yourself in there and do it."
- 11:46 More on HURT 100 nutrition.
- 13:28 On difficult, challenging, and stupid events.
- 14:49 Guidance from Ann Trason.
- 15:33 Heart rate tracking.
- 17:11 Western States experience.
- 19:16 Prepping for Six Days in the Dome.
- 21:10 Sleep like 6-day pro.
- 21:50 Ken's 6-day goal.
- 24:31 Dealing with issues and tough times.
- 24:57 "It's mind over matter. And if you don't mind, it doesn't matter."
- 25:14 Typical training week.
- 27:56 What Ken does for real.
- 29:15 Tony Guilting Ann Trason.
- 29:42 Running the same race with your coach and mentor.
- 31:41 Listening to music, podcasts, or audiobooks during multi-day races.
- 33:00 All about Ken's Running Stupid podcast.
- 35:00 Ken's wife, Karen, executing and finishing an amazing 100 miler at Rio Del Lago.
- 36:23 What it's like as couple who runs ultras.
- 40:40 The differences seen since Ken started ultra running.
- 45:36 Has the sport gotten to big and corporate or has its progress been just about right?
- 48:52 Advice for anyone thinking about getting into ultra running.
- 49:12 "Don't be afraid to fail. Failure is your best teacher."
- 49:28 "Build yourself and rise to the challenge, instead of doing things that feel safe and easy. Make the leap."
- 49:53 Events Ken is currently excited about.
- 53:26 Let's play a fun game!
- 55:33 Where you can find Ken Michal and Running Stupid podcast.
- 58:10 Thanking sponsors.
- 59:19 Pay the check at The Ultra Diner.
- 1:01:27 Preshow outtakes.
Special Thanks:
Ken Michal
Dorothy Lane Music: www.dorothylanemusic.com
