The Western States 100: A Conversation with Shea Aquilano ep74

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Shea Aquilano, who recently tackled the formidable Western States 100! From her beginnings in soccer to finding her stride in trail running during college, Shea shares her unique path to becoming a competitive ultra runner.

In this episode, Shea dives deep into the supportive community surrounding trail running, the critical role of nutrition in her performance as a plant-based athlete, and the meticulous race preparation required for such an epic event. She opens up about the significant challenges she faced during the Western States race, particularly a tough battle with her quads, and how she pushed through.

Discover how Shea's family, especially her race-veteran mother, has fueled her passion. You'll also hear her valuable advice for aspiring runners: find your "why" and embrace the joy of the sport. Shea's insights into overcoming setbacks and her future aspirations in the ever-growing ultra running world are not to be missed.

Whether you're an experienced ultra runner or just curious about the sport, Shea's story will motivate and inform.