Flatlanders vs. The Never Summer 100k
This week on the HappyCast, we are joined by some local Texas trail running enthusiasts who decided to venture outside of their comfort zone and take on some mountains - the Never Summer 100k, to be exact, which is one of the toughest mountain races around. Regina Massingill and Kathleen Hanley from Houston, and Kevin Halliburton from DFW join us to discuss their strategies for taking on this behemoth northern Colorado race. Combined, these three individuals have an average elevation of that ...
16 Elo 20231h 44min
We're going streaking! with Andy Glaze
On this episode of the HappyCast, we sit down with the man who runs more weekly miles than the average American drives, Andrew Glaze. For those of you who don’t know, Andrew Glaze has run 100+ miles a week for 178 straight weeks and counting. But it didn’t start off pretty, as we learn about his struggles before the streak, and his ability to create this incredible mindset that led to his whole “Smile, or you’re doing it wrong” way of life. Andrew has also built up quite the following online ...
9 Elo 20231h 36min
Tahoe 200, The Big "Sho"
For this episode of the HappyCast, we talk all things Tahoe 200 with returning guest Garren Hill, who is also joined by the King of Knoxville himself, and the Tennessee 100 mile record holder, Sho Gray. They both recently completed this behemoth of a race held by Destination Trail, which faced additional challenges such as the heat AND snow after the start date had to be moved to July, so we were all excited to hear their experience with this race. We also learn a little more about Sho and h...
2 Elo 20232h 9min
Trail Race Showdown: Final Four
After you, the crew voted and narrowed down the Elite Eight to the Final Four, we review each of the races and emerge with our final two races. However, we can't come to an agreement as to what should be the winner. This is where we turn to you, the crew again to help us decide, Italy or California. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and we always appreciate you leaving a good rate and review. Join the Facebook Group and follow us on Instagram and check out our website f...
26 Heinä 20231h
Bring on the Heat: How do you handle it?
With the heat at full blast here in Texas, we discuss ways in which we handle the heat. What race strategies as well as some training tips. We also talk about our temporary blindness due to the heat, due to the sweat. Stay cool, run responsibly... Be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and we always appreciate you leaving a good rate and review. Join the Facebook Group and follow us on Instagram and check out our website for the more episodes, posts and merchandise coming s...
19 Heinä 20231h 23min
Western States 100 with Brent, Audi, Amy, Darren, Kathy, John and Catherine
This week we sit down with Brent Heady, who recently had an epic golden hour finish at Western States 100 with barely five minutes to spare. We relive his experience, section by section and get some perspective and also hear from his crew, Brent, Audi, Amy, Darren, Kathy, John and Catherine, and hear their experiences as well. What an epic journey! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and we always appreciate you leaving a good rate and review. Join the Facebook Grou...
12 Heinä 20231h 49min
Yeti 100 with Stephanie
This week we catch up with Stephanie, who recently ran the Yeti 100 in Washington State. We learn about her experience with this rails to trails 100 miler and why considers it one of the harder ones she's attempted. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and we always appreciate you leaving a good rate and review. Join the Facebook Group and follow us on Instagram and check out our website for the more episodes, posts and merchandise coming soon. Have a topic you'd li...
5 Heinä 20231h 29min
Guiding Blind Athletes with Ricky Castaneda and Cheyenne Meyer
Recently, our very own Stephanie Leake has been participating as a blind guide for local DFW runners. We sit down with Ricky Castaneda, an athlete she guides, as well as Chief Guiding Officer, Cheyenne Meyer. They give us a view into the world of blind sports, from running triathlons to blind baseball and much more. Links U.S. Association of Blind Athletes Be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and we always appreciate you leaving a good rate and review. Join the Faceboo...
28 Kesä 202354min
