After a 7-month hiatus, WE’RE BACK!! Thanks, listeners for your emails and tweets asking us to come back Join us for this episode as we talk about topics including: mountain lions, bears, dyslexia, heel/ankle issues, shoes, caffeine, smoothie recipes, and plans for the future! If anyone is interested in checking out Melissa’s charity run for dyslexic children, here is the link: https://www.gofundme.com/charity-run-for-dyslexic-children. Thanks to everyone who has already donated! We’ve...

Here it is, the big Javelina Jundred recap show! It is hard for us to believe that after nearly a year of hard work, our big race is finally over. As most of you already know, the race did not go as planned (or hoped) for any of us. But you know what they say, you learn the most from the tough days.  We want to extend all our gratitude to everyone who has supported us throughout this journey. Thanks so much for being with us every step of the way. Here is a link to Christina’s race...

The big day is almost here! Listen to us discuss our final race preps, biggest fears, etc. Thanks for following along on this journey! Watch and subscribe to Christina’s Vlog here! She has got seriously great stuff!! Angela’s Twitter: @angelmurf Angela’s Blog: https://silverliningstrong.wordpress.com/ Christina’s Twitter: @arunningmess Christina’s Blog: http://www.arunningmess.com/ Melissa’s Twitter: @melissa_raguet Melissa’s Blog: http://www.clothmother.com/ Music: Happy Rock...

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Podcast, we chat about our preparations for Javelina 100 and recap Christina’s amazing marathon PR at Chicago. Join us as we laugh, cry, and throw it down.  Thanks for listening! Watch and subscribe to Christina’s Vlog here! She has got seriously great stuff!! Angela’s Twitter: @angelmurf Angela’s Blog: https://silverliningstrong.wordpress.com/ Christina’s Twitter: @arunningmess Christina’s Blog: http://www.arunningmess.com/ Melissa’s Twitter:...

In this episode, Angela updates us on her new life in Nevada and how she is managing to run with her crazy work schedule, Christina continues to crush those mountains and miles, and Melissa works on rehabilitating her knee.  Thanks for listening! Watch and subscribe to Christina’s Vlog here! She has got seriously great stuff!! Angela’s Twitter: @angelmurf Angela’s Blog: https://silverliningstrong.wordpress.com/ Christina’s Twitter: @arunningmess Christina’s...

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Podcast, Christina tells us all about her Bulldog 50K PR (and her upcoming charity marathon in Chicago!), Angela shares some news about major life changes, and Melissa discusses her injury and crazy dry needling experience.  This episode is a must-listen-to! Watch and subscribe to Christina’s new Vlog here! She has got seriously great stuff!! Angela’s Twitter: @angelmurf Angela’s Blog: https://silverliningstrong.wordpress.com/ Christina’s Twitter:...

We just hit record and started going. Usually this is the kind of life/training conversation we have before we start the show. But this time it is the show. Enjoy! Here are some things we talked about: Melissa’s Howl At The Moon race report What the heck is a rossiter? Also: watch and subscribe to Christina’s new Vlog here! She has got seriously great stuff!! And now for our usual links: Angela’s Twitter: @angelmurf Angela’s Blog: https://silverliningstrong.wordpress.com/ Christina’s...

Angela, Melissa, and Rob recently ran a 12-hour nighttime relay called Chase the Moon. In this episode we recap the race and talk about what it was like to run a relay in the dark. Rob even pops in to join us as a special (surprise!) guest. Thanks for listening! (If you still want more information about the race, Melissa blogged it here). Also: watch and subscribe to Christina’s new Vlog here! She has got seriously great stuff!! And now for our usual links: Angela’s Twitter:...

This episode is a shortie! We each give you a little update about how our training is going. Enjoy! Watch and subscribe to Christina’s new Vlog here! The Javelina Jundred video we love is here. Angela’s Twitter: @angelmurf Angela’s Blog: https://silverliningstrong.wordpress.com/ Christina’s Twitter: @arunningmess Christina’s Blog: http://www.arunningmess.com/ Melissa’s Twitter: @melissa_raguet Melissa’s Blog: http://www.clothmother.com/ Music: Happy Rock from www.bensound.com

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, we talk about what has been going on for each of us in terms of life and running, etc. Christina discusses her knee injury and vlog, Angela updates us on her training, new coaching gig, and desire for a massage, and Melissa describes her recent adventures getting lost in the Never Summer Mountains, twice. Thanks for listening! Clear Lake: so close, yet so far away. Watch and subscribe to Christina’s new Vlog here! Angela’s Twitter:...

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, Melissa recaps her recent run at the North Fork 50. Hear all about how Melissa’s first more “mountainous” 50 miler went, whether or not she threw up, and how Coors Lite might become a new fixture in her race nutrition plan. You can also read her race report here, and how training went here. Melissa wants to thank everybody for all the good vibes and positive thoughts– she felt it all! Thanks for listening! Photo by @ragfield Angela’s...

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, Christina shares the details of her race at Miwok 100K. In short, there was vertical, more vertical, beautiful trails, some weather, and a seriously awesome goody bag. We predict that after listening to this episode, you’ll be putting your name in the hat for Miwok next year. Here’s Christina’s race report. Congrats, Christina, on a great race, and as always, thanks for listening! Angela’s Twitter: @angelmurf Angela’s...

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, join us for a Monday Rant about pre-race anxiety. We talk about the difficulty of remembering why we signed up for the race in the first place once the big day draws near. Everybody, please send Christina your very best wishes for Miwok 100K this weekend! It’s going to be great!! Thanks for listening! Angela’s Twitter: @angelmurf Angela’s Blog: https://silverliningstrong.wordpress.com/ Christina’s Twitter: @arunningmess Christina’s...

Altras, Salomons, Brooks, Skechers, and Hokas, oh my. Join us this week as we talk about shoes we’ve worn and loved (or not) on the trails.  Angela updates us on her recent run on the North Fork 50 course, and Melissa issues a plea for advice on trail running shoes with aggressive outsoles. Thanks for listening! Angela’s Twitter: @angelmurf Angela’s Blog: https://silverliningstrong.wordpress.com/ Christina’s Twitter: @arunningmess Christina’s Blog: http://www.arunningmess.com/ Melissa’s...

It has been a while. The past several weeks we have been busy tending to tonsillitis, tax season, teaching loads, and … training for ultras (not to mention, living in different time zones)!  We’ve reconvened to bring you Episode 13– another race recap show.  This past weekend, Angela became a Desert Rat, and Christina settled a score at Leona Divide. Thanks for listening! Gemini Adventures Desert Rats Festival: http://www.geminiadventures.com/running-events-2/festival/ Angela’s race...

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, we’ve got Christina’s race recap from her spur of the moment 50K, and Melissa’s recap from her “heavy half” in Monument Valley.  Join us for a tale of two races! Thanks for listening. Links from this show: Christina’s Race Report: http://www.arunningmess.com/2016/03/15/run-deo-run-50k-2016/ Run Deo Run Trail Races: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=37538 Melissa’s Race...

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, we have Angela’s recap from Sufferfest Weekend.  Contrary to its ominous name, the Sufferfest turned out to be fun! Listen to Angela talk about conquering her fears, meeting great new friends, learning some new trails, and in general, fully immersing herself in the ultra life (and loving it). Thanks for sharing your experience, Angela! I think all the UOR listeners are going to want to head out to Fruita next year for the...

This episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast is all about confidence issues we may experience with our running.  For some of us, it can be hard to feel good about our own efforts when others are posting or talking about their high mileage, pace, and vert for the week.  In this episode, we explore how to avoid negativity in comparisons and how we should all remove the words “just” and “only” from our vocabularies. Thanks for listening. What is “impostor syndrome”?...

“I want to put fear back into my running.” In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, we have an interview with LA-based runner and musician, Jim Doyle.  Jim went for an impromptu 2 mile run in 2002, and from there, he started running marathons, then ultras, and finally Javelina Jundred in October 2015.  Join us as we talk to Jim about his running journey and gain insight from him about his experience at Javelina Jundred. We truly loved getting this chance to talk to Jim, and we had...

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, we have compiled a list of What Not To Do during an ultra or trail race.  Every race is an opportunity to learn, and we’re here to share what we’ve learned with you.  Join us as we discuss running/walking, trail etiquette, wardrobe decisions, and more. As always, thanks for listening, and feel free to send us your own What Not To Do tips.  We love hearing from you! Angela’s Twitter: @angelmurf Angela’s...

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, we talk about possible stress fractures, posterior shin splits, ankle sprains, and more. Injuries are something nearly every runner deals with at some point or another.  The key is knowing when you are experiencing a discomfort you can push through, and when you’ve got pain you can’t ignore.  We’re here to share our stories about injuries we’ve had, how we got through them, and what we’ve learned. We’ve got a lot of websites for you....

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, we get together to talk about Post Ultra Blues.  Yes, it’s a thing!  But it’s a thing we haven’t heard other ultra runners talk about all that often.  After the big event, it can be common to feel a let down or sadness as you struggle to get back to your “ordinary” life or look for your next adventure.  We think that talking about it helps. Thanks for listening!  We had some technical difficulties in recording this episode (a spotty internet...

Here it is, Christina’s San Diego 50 Mile Race Recap! Find out if she encountered any coyotes (or other wildlife) on the trail and how her experience compared to the first time she ran this race in 2015. Thanks to all our listeners for your encouragement and support! And a huge congratulations to Christina on your fantastic finish. San Diego 50 Mile and Trail Marathon: http://sandiegotrail50.com/ Angela’s Twitter: @angelmurf Angela’s...

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, the three of us are at different stages in our training. Melissa is recovering from Across The Years, Angela is putting in the miles and focusing on strength and core work, and Christina is tapering for her upcoming 50 miler. Join us as we chat about what we’ve been up to during the past week, and if you are a coyote expert, please drop us a line to let us know once and for all what to do when we see or hear coyotes on trail, and also: what...

In this episode of Ultra Ordinary Running Podcast, we have Rob and Melissa’s race recaps from Across The Years! Find out what it’s like to run for 24 hours while trading off childcare, encountering below freezing temperatures, and possibly falling asleep in a porta potty. Rob and Melissa want to thank everybody for listening and for the good wishes they sent during the race.  Aravaipa Running puts on a fantastic event, and we hope to see you all at ATY next year! Here is Melissa’s very...