171. Katie Asmuth | Identity, Resilience & Racing: A Journey Through Western States and Beyond

171. Katie Asmuth | Identity, Resilience & Racing: A Journey Through Western States and Beyond

In this episode, Katie Asmuth—elite ultrarunner and Western States finisher—joins Francesco to reflect on the emotional highs and lows of racing, recovery, and personal growth in the sport of trail running.


They explore Katie’s connection to Western States, the identity challenges athletes face, and how she balances motherhood with high-level training. Katie shares lessons on resilience through injury, the joy of returning to the process, and the importance of community, age, and experience in long-distance running.


This conversation is honest, powerful, and full of insight for any runner navigating life, goals, and identity on the trails.


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160. Andy Wacker | How's The Trail Team doing?

160. Andy Wacker | How's The Trail Team doing?

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159. Zach Miller | Ever forward: embracing the past and the future of trail running.

159. Zach Miller | Ever forward: embracing the past and the future of trail running.

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155. Eli Hemming | Working my way up to the top: how to become a professional trail runner

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153. Vic Johnson | Nutrition principles for outdoor athletes - part 1

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